micgtr71 Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 QUOTE (Gompers @ Jul 26 2010, 03:51 PM) QUOTE (micgtr71 @ Jul 26 2010, 04:40 PM) Now that SPAC is over I am getting pumped for this show. Last time they played 'cuse was when I was 12. My mother wouldn't let me go...I have since forgiven her. I was at that show. It was my first Rush show. http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/653.gif Excellent! I had to wait two more tours before I could see them. GUP I coud live with, but the signals tour setlist would have been killer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgeddy05 Posted August 10, 2010 Author Share Posted August 10, 2010 I took the day off from work to attend the fair http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/653.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gompers Posted August 10, 2010 Share Posted August 10, 2010 QUOTE (micgtr71 @ Aug 1 2010, 07:11 AM) QUOTE (Gompers @ Jul 26 2010, 03:51 PM) QUOTE (micgtr71 @ Jul 26 2010, 04:40 PM) Now that SPAC is over I am getting pumped for this show. Last time they played 'cuse was when I was 12. My mother wouldn't let me go...I have since forgiven her. I was at that show. It was my first Rush show. http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/653.gif Excellent! I had to wait two more tours before I could see them. GUP I coud live with, but the signals tour setlist would have been killer! Do you remember Geddy getting pissed at someone who threw firecrackers on the stage and calling them assholes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yyztmmb Posted August 11, 2010 Share Posted August 11, 2010 QUOTE (iluvgeddy05 @ Aug 10 2010, 11:03 AM)I took the day off from work to attend the fair Me, too. But then I found out that my wife's first day back at school is the 2nd! I still have to wait 'til 3ish to pick her up and go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xredsectorx Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 Got the time booked off work, tickets are in, passport is good to go!! Really looking forward to this one!! I'm going to Nova Scotia with my family then like the day after we get back I'm off to the fair!! I have a question for any locals, what are some good/affordable hotels near the fairgrounds? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrysalii Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 QUOTE (xredsectorx @ Aug 13 2010, 09:04 PM)Got the time booked off work, tickets are in, passport is good to go!! Really looking forward to this one!! I'm going to Nova Scotia with my family then like the day after we get back I'm off to the fair!! I have a question for any locals, what are some good/affordable hotels near the fairgrounds? Between my apartment and the fairgrounds there are a few hotels There is a hotel right across the street from the fair, but I know nothing about it (and there a high chance it's completely booked) these are going North at the 690 exit of the Thruway (for reference) The Fair is south. There's a Clarion a bit further down the 690 (Farrell road exit) going toward Baldwinsville, there's a big billboard. It's a nice place, I don't know the prices for it, but the food was excellent 12 years ago when it was a Holiday Inn (my dad worked there). There's a Comfort Inn off the Jones Road exit It's right off the highway, you can't miss it. I think there's a Wingate or something a bit off the Van Buren road exit (get off, and take a couple back roads to a hotel seeming in the middle of nowhere). I'm not sure if it's still there (or if someone else owns it). Going further up 690 toward me there's a Microtel off the Downer street exit in Baldwinsville. It's in front of what used to be a small mall. I have no idea how good these are (except for the Clarion noted above, but that's outdated info), or their prices (they don't advertise them on the sign anymore) All you need is a place to sleep, everything else is handled at the Fair (going to the Fair and not eating something is almost against the law) those are the ones I know of between me and the fairgrounds. There's a few more around here as well. that aren't right on 690 A Super 8 Motel right off the thruway at route 57 in Liverpool there's a non-chain one going from the fairgrounds toward the city a Howard Johnson or something in Liverpool off 481 and a bunch more around the area, in places I don't often go. But it's a start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgeddy05 Posted August 15, 2010 Author Share Posted August 15, 2010 QUOTE (Chrysalii @ Aug 13 2010, 10:21 PM) QUOTE (xredsectorx @ Aug 13 2010, 09:04 PM)Got the time booked off work, tickets are in, passport is good to go!! Really looking forward to this one!! I'm going to Nova Scotia with my family then like the day after we get back I'm off to the fair!! I have a question for any locals, what are some good/affordable hotels near the fairgrounds? Between my apartment and the fairgrounds there are a few hotels There is a hotel right across the street from the fair, but I know nothing about it (and there a high chance it's completely booked) these are going North at the 690 exit of the Thruway (for reference) The Fair is south. There's a Clarion a bit further down the 690 (Farrell road exit) going toward Baldwinsville, there's a big billboard. It's a nice place, I don't know the prices for it, but the food was excellent 12 years ago when it was a Holiday Inn (my dad worked there). There's a Comfort Inn off the Jones Road exit It's right off the highway, you can't miss it. I think there's a Wingate or something a bit off the Van Buren road exit (get off, and take a couple back roads to a hotel seeming in the middle of nowhere). I'm not sure if it's still there (or if someone else owns it). Going further up 690 toward me there's a Microtel off the Downer street exit in Baldwinsville. It's in front of what used to be a small mall. I have no idea how good these are (except for the Clarion noted above, but that's outdated info), or their prices (they don't advertise them on the sign anymore) All you need is a place to sleep, everything else is handled at the Fair (going to the Fair and not eating something is almost against the law) those are the ones I know of between me and the fairgrounds. There's a few more around here as well. that aren't right on 690 A Super 8 Motel right off the thruway at route 57 in Liverpool there's a non-chain one going from the fairgrounds toward the city a Howard Johnson or something in Liverpool off 481 and a bunch more around the area, in places I don't often go. But it's a start. There are some off the NYS thruway as well. Also, all along 690, the main route where the fairgrounds is, are hotels off the road. Your basics like Marriots, Holiday Inns, etc. Right in downtown, a couple miles from the farigrounds, are some hotels but I am not sure about them being budget friendly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cat 3 Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 There are a few right at Carrier Circle...that's where I always stay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xredsectorx Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Thank you very much for the help/suggestions Chrysalii, iluvgeddy05 and ReGorLaTroy. It is muchly appreciated http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/yes.gif I ended up going with the Super 8 in Liverpool. The price was right, it's fairly close and we get a free breakfast!!!! http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/common001.gif I don't think I've ever been to Syracuse/Liverpool before, or if I have I was very young and don't remember, so it should be quite an adventure. The guy I'm going with has only been to the states once and that was like 9 years ago ha ha It's going to be a good trip. Really looking forward to it http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgeddy05 Posted August 22, 2010 Author Share Posted August 22, 2010 QUOTE (xredsectorx @ Aug 22 2010, 06:04 PM) Thank you very much for the help/suggestions Chrysalii, iluvgeddy05 and ReGorLaTroy. It is muchly appreciated http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/yes.gif I ended up going with the Super 8 in Liverpool. The price was right, it's fairly close and we get a free breakfast!!!! http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/common001.gif I don't think I've ever been to Syracuse/Liverpool before, or if I have I was very young and don't remember, so it should be quite an adventure. The guy I'm going with has only been to the states once and that was like 9 years ago ha ha It's going to be a good trip. Really looking forward to it http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif Liverpool is a good area! http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/2.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indyclev Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Anybody know if cameras without detachable lenses will be allowed in the concert? It will be a major pain to have to return to the car after a day at the fairgrounds if they prohibit them for the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgeddy05 Posted August 23, 2010 Author Share Posted August 23, 2010 Just a heads up: Your admission to the fair is included in the Rush ticket price, but parking is extra. Expect $5-10 per car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgeddy05 Posted August 26, 2010 Author Share Posted August 26, 2010 Fair opens today! One week til showtime http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/2.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/2.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/2.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gompers Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 QUOTE (iluvgeddy05 @ Aug 26 2010, 08:07 AM) Fair opens today! One week til showtime http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/2.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/2.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/2.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/1022.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJH Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 I'm going too!!!!! can't wait!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowdog212 Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 QUOTE (indyclev @ Aug 23 2010, 09:19 AM) Anybody know if cameras without detachable lenses will be allowed in the concert? It will be a major pain to have to return to the car after a day at the fairgrounds if they prohibit them for the show. I think someone on here said no cameras allowed in the Grandstand Pretty strict policy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red sector animal Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 Can't wait for next Thursday... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgeddy05 Posted August 28, 2010 Author Share Posted August 28, 2010 Weather looks iffy so far http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/sad.gif But it is only Saturday so that could change. **PRAY FOR SUN**!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gompers Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 QUOTE (iluvgeddy05 @ Aug 28 2010, 08:59 AM) Weather looks iffy so far http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/sad.gif But it is only Saturday so that could change. **PRAY FOR SUN**!! Yes. Let's hope for good weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowdog212 Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 How is it getting out of there I have to get back to the 690 and then take the I90 east back to Buffalo I know this is a small pic but were will we have to park? http://a.imagehost.org/0448/parking_lot22.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrysalii Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 I just got back from the fair a few minutes ago (living so close, I go multiple times occasionally, plus today was the company picnic there) The best way to get to the Fair from the Thruway is to get off the Thruway on to 690 east going toward Syracuse. Then exit the Lakeland/State Fair Blvd exit and take a left off that exit (exit 5 I think). Takes you right to the parking lot closest to the fairgrounds (and that lot is usually crowded enough that you have to park in the back, close to the grandstand). But I didn't encounter much traffic going there that way (insane for the Fair), and 690 is always a horror show. There's a traffic light on the highway for the fair (for shuttles from the upper lots) parking is $5. Oh and for weather. Channel 9 has a high of 86F and a 30% chance of rain Channel 3/5 has 85F with a slight chance of storms The Weather channel has 79F with isolated T-storms the National Weather Service has a chance of showers or storms and a high near 88F Why is The Weather Channel always cooler than everywhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micgtr71 Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 I am ready for this show. My college buddy is coming out to accompany me. We have seen Presto, RTB, T4E, VT, and R30 together. This is going to be fantastic. Beef and Cheddar, Barley soup, and a hand pumped Armory Ale at Clark's before. RUSH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 QUOTE (snowdog212 @ Aug 28 2010, 04:19 PM) How is it getting out of there I have to get back to the 690 and then take the I90 east back to Buffalo I know this is a small pic but were will we have to park? http://a.imagehost.org/0448/parking_lot22.jpg You'll be taking the I-90 west back to Buffalo. It's a pretty cut and dry route. It doesn't look like they're will be any trouble getting there or getting back. You can just mapquest it for the exact route. I haven't been there before so i'm not sure of the parking situation. Also, I managed to score front row tickets for this show http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/653.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/new_thumbsupsmileyanim.gif http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/applaudit.gif Does anyone know what the seating situation is like right up by the stage? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgeddy05 Posted August 29, 2010 Author Share Posted August 29, 2010 There are plenty of signs for 690/Thruway all around the fair. For thsoe out of state, the Thruway is I-90 http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/wink.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gompers Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 QUOTE (micgtr71 @ Aug 29 2010, 12:13 AM) I am ready for this show. My college buddy is coming out to accompany me. We have seen Presto, RTB, T4E, VT, and R30 together. This is going to be fantastic. Beef and Cheddar, Barley soup, and a hand pumped Armory Ale at Clark's before. RUSH! Sounds awesome! I have never heard of Clark's but now it has become a must visit locale. http://www.therushforum.com/html/emoticons/653.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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