Minnesota Roll Call

Siouxhawk":1kynicfh said:

I'll be there. Looks like it's going to be clear sky and in the upper 30s at game time.

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minormillikin":184u8ah9 said:

I came very close to going to this game as just a day trip. Fly out early, go to the game, then fly right back. Still tempting, being that I love outdoor cold weather games.

If there was snow in the forecast, I might be arranging the trip right now. Psychotic, I know.

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tooshort":1bueemz0 said:

When the schedule came out I circled this game as a " must go if my schedule allows it" experience. Watching the last chance (possibly in my lifetime) at an outdoor Minny game in a "tiny" 50,000 person stadium just seemed like it should be awesome, even if frigid temps ensued.

SEA/MSP round trip booked today for really cheap (less than $280) , 12th row section 234 seats for $72 apiece bought and printed... hotel rooms galore available for $50-$80 (2-3star places within 6 miles of the stadium) or $120-$150 (luxury downtown or right by the stadium). This may be one of the overall cheapest away game experiences available these days against a team that doesn't completely suck.

Since they're sitting in the seats I just acquired, I know at least 2 other people on .net are going... but I'm sure there has to be more blueand green heading the Vikings way. Any other depraved 12th men/12s heading to Vikings territory??

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Tbone":2e3ezhe1 said:

tooshort":2e3ezhe1 said:

When the schedule came out I circled this game as a " must go if my schedule allows it" experience. Watching the last chance (possibly in my lifetime) at an outdoor Minny game in a "tiny" 50,000 person stadium just seemed like it should be awesome, even if frigid temps ensued.

SEA/MSP round trip booked today for really cheap (less than $280) , 12th row section 234 seats for $72 apiece bought and printed... hotel rooms galore available for $50-$80 (2-3star places within 6 miles of the stadium) or $120-$150 (luxury downtown or right by the stadium). This may be one of the overall cheapest away game experiences available these days against a team that doesn't completely suck.

Since they're sitting in the seats I just acquired, I know at least 2 other people on .net are going... but I'm sure there has to be more blueand green heading the Vikings way. Any other depraved 12th men/12s heading to Vikings territory??

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Where did you find the cheap airfare at and when did you buy? What I saw last night was double what you paid. I could be in if I found the cheap air.

GO HAWKS

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tooshort":1qmukg60 said:

Tbone":1qmukg60 said:

tooshort":1qmukg60 said:

When the schedule came out I circled this game as a " must go if my schedule allows it" experience. Watching the last chance (possibly in my lifetime) at an outdoor Minny game in a "tiny" 50,000 person stadium just seemed like it should be awesome, even if frigid temps ensued.

SEA/MSP round trip booked today for really cheap (less than $280) , 12th row section 234 seats for $72 apiece bought and printed... hotel rooms galore available for $50-$80 (2-3star places within 6 miles of the stadium) or $120-$150 (luxury downtown or right by the stadium). This may be one of the overall cheapest away game experiences available these days against a team that doesn't completely suck.

Since they're sitting in the seats I just acquired, I know at least 2 other people on .net are going... but I'm sure there has to be more blueand green heading the Vikings way. Any other depraved 12th men/12s heading to Vikings territory??

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Where did you find the cheap airfare at and when did you buy? What I saw last night was double what you paid. I could be in if I found the cheap air.

GO HAWKS

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Just checked again and airfare's back down.

Southwest , Alaska, united etc all have $284 rt if you come in Saturday and leave Sunday or Monday. In fact Southwest prices have gone down since I booked. I had to cobble together my Southwest in , Alaska out tickets.

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Tbone":242omzmy said:

tooshort":242omzmy said:

Tbone":242omzmy said:

tooshort":242omzmy said:

When the schedule came out I circled this game as a " must go if my schedule allows it" experience. Watching the last chance (possibly in my lifetime) at an outdoor Minny game in a "tiny" 50,000 person stadium just seemed like it should be awesome, even if frigid temps ensued.

SEA/MSP round trip booked today for really cheap (less than $280) , 12th row section 234 seats for $72 apiece bought and printed... hotel rooms galore available for $50-$80 (2-3star places within 6 miles of the stadium) or $120-$150 (luxury downtown or right by the stadium). This may be one of the overall cheapest away game experiences available these days against a team that doesn't completely suck.

Since they're sitting in the seats I just acquired, I know at least 2 other people on .net are going... but I'm sure there has to be more blueand green heading the Vikings way. Any other depraved 12th men/12s heading to Vikings territory??

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Where did you find the cheap airfare at and when did you buy? What I saw last night was double what you paid. I could be in if I found the cheap air.

GO HAWKS

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Just checked again and airfare's back down.

Southwest , Alaska, united etc all have $284 rt if you come in Saturday and leave Sunday or Monday. In fact Southwest prices have gone down since I booked. I had to cobble together my Southwest in , Alaska out tickets.

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Yes airfare is 283 if you come in Saturday and leave Monday. Game tickets are cheap too. Just gotta find someone to go last minute not really wanting to go Solo.

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Uncle Si":3uku0kdr said:

I live in the Twin Cities, so if anyone needs recommendations on places to eat and drink while you're here, let me know.

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Siouxhawk":3tmn7n57 said:

Uncle Si":3tmn7n57 said:

I live in the Twin Cities, so if anyone needs recommendations on places to eat and drink while you're here, let me know.

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How does the whole tailgating at the Fairgounds thing work Si? We're ubering it from our hotel, so wouldn't need to get back to the Fairgrounds after the game, but would like to do some pre-game tailgating there if that's the place to be.

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Uncle Si":3tbrk7i1 said:

Siouxhawk":3tbrk7i1 said:

Uncle Si":3tbrk7i1 said:

I live in the Twin Cities, so if anyone needs recommendations on places to eat and drink while you're here, let me know.

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How does the whole tailgating at the Fairgounds thing work Si? We're ubering it from our hotel, so wouldn't need to get back to the Fairgrounds after the game, but would like to do some pre-game tailgating there if that's the place to be.

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That I'm not sure of. I assume the Fairgrounds gather a decent crowd because a. its off campus and b. its a much bigger lot. I'm assuming there are shuttles (doubt just the regular buses) from the fairgrounds to the field. There is tailgating around the stadium, but there are not many decently sized lots. One thing about TCF, its right in the middle of the UofM campus. Cool little spot with some decent bars, but on the whole, on a Sunday...there are better places to celebrate.

Once the game is over, you can light rail downtown (green to blue) for drinks/food.

Where are you guys pre-gaming?

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Siouxhawk":3j8zhwj0 said:

Uncle Si":3j8zhwj0 said:

Siouxhawk":3j8zhwj0 said:

Uncle Si":3j8zhwj0 said:

I live in the Twin Cities, so if anyone needs recommendations on places to eat and drink while you're here, let me know.

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How does the whole tailgating at the Fairgounds thing work Si? We're ubering it from our hotel, so wouldn't need to get back to the Fairgrounds after the game, but would like to do some pre-game tailgating there if that's the place to be.

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That I'm not sure of. I assume the Fairgrounds gather a decent crowd because a. its off campus and b. its a much bigger lot. I'm assuming there are shuttles (doubt just the regular buses) from the fairgrounds to the field. There is tailgating around the stadium, but there are not many decently sized lots. One thing about TCF, its right in the middle of the UofM campus. Cool little spot with some decent bars, but on the whole, on a Sunday...there are better places to celebrate.

Once the game is over, you can light rail downtown (green to blue) for drinks/food.

Where are you guys pre-gaming?

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Si, looking for a place tomorrow afternoon with the Bison/Montana game on. Our hotel is on the same block as Brits Bar, so we'll be there. I'd also like to get over to Lee's Liquor Lounge Saturday night. And for Sunday pregame that's what I'm asking. Fairgrounds or hang around TCF? Security tight after Paris, so want to get to the stadium by 11. Join us somewhere along the line Si

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Siouxhawk":3h2hvp0t said:

Uncle Si":3h2hvp0t said:

Siouxhawk":3h2hvp0t said:

Uncle Si":3h2hvp0t said:

How does the whole tailgating at the Fairgounds thing work Si? We're ubering it from our hotel, so wouldn't need to get back to the Fairgrounds after the game, but would like to do some pre-game tailgating there if that's the place to be.

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That I'm not sure of. I assume the Fairgrounds gather a decent crowd because a. its off campus and b. its a much bigger lot. I'm assuming there are shuttles (doubt just the regular buses) from the fairgrounds to the field. There is tailgating around the stadium, but there are not many decently sized lots. One thing about TCF, its right in the middle of the UofM campus. Cool little spot with some decent bars, but on the whole, on a Sunday...there are better places to celebrate.

Once the game is over, you can light rail downtown (green to blue) for drinks/food.

Where are you guys pre-gaming?

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Si, looking for a place tomorrow afternoon with the Bison/Montana game on. Our hotel is on the same block as Brits Bar, so we'll be there. I'd also like to get over to Lee's Liquor Lounge Saturday night. And for Sunday pregame that's what I'm asking. Fairgrounds or hang around TCF? Security tight after Paris, so want to get to the stadium by 11. Join us somewhere along the line Si

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I've not seen the tailgate seen at the Fairgrounds. But I know there isn't much around there. It's literally the state fairgrounds and an open parking lot. So you would have to pack in whatever you want to ingest.

If you do hang around TCF look for the Library or just anywhere around the Stadium village. Stub and Herbs and the Big 10 are right around there as well. You'll find plenty of people around.

You could also walk down to either Hells Kitchen or Ikes for brunch then take the light rail to the game...

Brits is a great soccer bar if you're into that, and I'm sure after 12 you can get them to turn on any game you want. Up Nicollet a big more is Brits counter part, the Local. Not sure what you're into, but Hennepin on a Saturday night is big into "club" scene... if you're looking for something different uber to Uptown or NorthEast. Lees in Uptown.

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Siouxhawk":34nn40g6 said:

Siouxhawk":34nn40g6 said:

Uncle Si":34nn40g6 said:

Siouxhawk":34nn40g6 said:

That I'm not sure of. I assume the Fairgrounds gather a decent crowd because a. its off campus and b. its a much bigger lot. I'm assuming there are shuttles (doubt just the regular buses) from the fairgrounds to the field. There is tailgating around the stadium, but there are not many decently sized lots. One thing about TCF, its right in the middle of the UofM campus. Cool little spot with some decent bars, but on the whole, on a Sunday...there are better places to celebrate.

Once the game is over, you can light rail downtown (green to blue) for drinks/food.

Where are you guys pre-gaming?

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Si, looking for a place tomorrow afternoon with the Bison/Montana game on. Our hotel is on the same block as Brits Bar, so we'll be there. I'd also like to get over to Lee's Liquor Lounge Saturday night. And for Sunday pregame that's what I'm asking. Fairgrounds or hang around TCF? Security tight after Paris, so want to get to the stadium by 11. Join us somewhere along the line Si

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I've not seen the tailgate seen at the Fairgrounds. But I know there isn't much around there. It's literally the state fairgrounds and an open parking lot. So you would have to pack in whatever you want to ingest.

If you do hang around TCF look for the Library or just anywhere around the Stadium village. Stub and Herbs and the Big 10 are right around there as well. You'll find plenty of people around.

You could also walk down to either Hells Kitchen or Ikes for brunch then take the light rail to the game...

Brits is a great soccer bar if you're into that, and I'm sure after 12 you can get them to turn on any game you want. Up Nicollet a big more is Brits counter part, the Local. Not sure what you're into, but Hennepin on a Saturday night is big into "club" scene... if you're looking for something different uber to Uptown or NorthEast. Lees in Uptown.

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Thanks a bunch. Yeah, Uptown would be more my thing. Are the bars around Dinkytown open earlier than 11 on a Vikings gameday? Since we're going to Uber, don't really want to pack a bunch for the Fairgrounds then. I figure 9 to 11 in a place like The Library would do the trick.

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Siouxhawk":5qyshkhn said:

Siouxhawk":5qyshkhn said:

Uncle Si":5qyshkhn said:

Siouxhawk":5qyshkhn said:

Si, looking for a place tomorrow afternoon with the Bison/Montana game on. Our hotel is on the same block as Brits Bar, so we'll be there. I'd also like to get over to Lee's Liquor Lounge Saturday night. And for Sunday pregame that's what I'm asking. Fairgrounds or hang around TCF? Security tight after Paris, so want to get to the stadium by 11. Join us somewhere along the line Si

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I've not seen the tailgate seen at the Fairgrounds. But I know there isn't much around there. It's literally the state fairgrounds and an open parking lot. So you would have to pack in whatever you want to ingest.

If you do hang around TCF look for the Library or just anywhere around the Stadium village. Stub and Herbs and the Big 10 are right around there as well. You'll find plenty of people around.

You could also walk down to either Hells Kitchen or Ikes for brunch then take the light rail to the game...

Brits is a great soccer bar if you're into that, and I'm sure after 12 you can get them to turn on any game you want. Up Nicollet a big more is Brits counter part, the Local. Not sure what you're into, but Hennepin on a Saturday night is big into "club" scene... if you're looking for something different uber to Uptown or NorthEast. Lees in Uptown.

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Thanks a bunch. Yeah, Uptown would be more my thing. Are the bars around Dinkytown open earlier than 11 on a Vikings gameday? Since we're going to Uber, don't really want to pack a bunch for the Fairgrounds then. I figure 9 to 11 in a place like The Library would do the trick.

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Uptown and northeast are good times...as for Sunday I'd imagine dinkeytown bars are open earlier

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