Arndrake Posted June 7, 2006 Share Posted June 7, 2006 I just returned from a three day stay at Vegas. Since Geds is currently down there for a week, I figure he will probably post some of his experiences as well. So why not have a thread where we can discuss the experiences? Anybody who has been to Vegas wanna share your stories? I went down for a bowling tournament. The bowling league I am a member of has been preparing for this all season, bowling to establish average, submitting a little bit of money each week for the trip and tournament. We had a blast and I bowled one of the best series I ever had. In the end, I lost $400, but I had fun. I bowled, gambled, played cards, drank (and I rarely drink), ate (a little), but didn't sleep. In fact, I cat napped most of the time. The only negative I had to deal with was at the stud poker table, which was mostly populated by old people. I do have a tendency to get a little whiny when I lose, so when my decent hands were getting crushed, some old lady kept telling me my hands were not that good. That was a little irritating, especially when she was winning with weaker hands. Not to mention the fact that all the old farts were playing more straightforward, betting their strong hands very hard. This is counter-intuitive to how I learned poker, which is to bet slightly weaker with your strong hands to get paid off and bet strong with weak hands to protect them. But all in all, it was a great time. And I plan to go back next year. The bowling tournament was especially great. Out of about 200 or so pairs bowlers, my partner and I placed 28, mostly because he was a strong bowler who stayed at or above his average, while I bowled a great series. The tournament paid the top 60 teams, so we got $15 each for our success. I didn't have a camera, so I don't currently have any pictures to post. Some of the people in my league took pictures, so maybe I will get some copies, which I will post. Great fun, flashing lights, lots of sights and sounds, so many things to separate you from your money. Vegas is definitely an adult playground. So share your experiences here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucid Seer Posted June 7, 2006 Share Posted June 7, 2006 You're in violation of the first rule of Vegas "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" Expect to be getting a call from the Las Vegas Tourism Board Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandpa Grizz Posted June 7, 2006 Share Posted June 7, 2006 I rode the Big Shot with kineticdreamer. The Big Shot thrill ride catapults 16 riders from the 921-foot high platform up the Tower's mast to a height of 1,081 feet. Traveling at 45 miles per hour, riders experience 4G's as they reach the very top, and feel negative G's on the way down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro2112 Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (Lucid Seer @ Jun 7 2006, 04:14 PM) You're in violation of the first rule of Vegas "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" I concur, this thread should be shut down immediately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaotica Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (pedro2112 @ Jun 7 2006, 08:23 PM) QUOTE (Lucid Seer @ Jun 7 2006, 04:14 PM) You're in violation of the first rule of Vegas "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" I concur, this thread should be shut down immediately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostGirl Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 I went to Vegas during the summer of 2004 to see a concert. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/RushBabe/Vegas/PICT0099.jpg Went driving in the desert with this really hot guy http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/RushBabe/Vegas/PICT0029.jpg Did I mention he was hot because we were in the desert? http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/RushBabe/Vegas/PICT0053.jpg Oh, and the concert was pretty awesome. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v297/RushBabe/Vegas/PICT0103.jpg I had the most amazing time in Sin City, including being mistaken for a waitress in a bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drumnut Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (GhostGirl @ Jun 7 2006, 06:31 PM)I had the most amazing time in Sin City, including being mistaken for a waitress in a bar. Sorry about that GG, I just wanted a beer... I love Vegas For 15 years, I called Vegas Home Sweet Home. I saw Rush 3 times while I lived there. Once at the Thomas & Mack and twice at the MGM. Can't wait to return home. Even better place to live than it is to visit. The weather is fantastic year 'round if you love hot weather like I do. No humidity! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RushRevisited Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostGirl Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (Drumnut @ Jun 7 2006, 09:46 PM) QUOTE (GhostGirl @ Jun 7 2006, 06:31 PM)I had the most amazing time in Sin City, including being mistaken for a waitress in a bar. Sorry about that GG, I just wanted a beer... Was that you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostGirl Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (RushRevisited @ Jun 7 2006, 09:48 PM) Remember this Ghostgirl? Do I know you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeilPeartFan2112 Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 http://www.windycitynovelties.com/Epaysoft/prodimages/7957_detail.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blonde77th Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 awesome pic's and the story too but they are right What happens in Vegas Stay's in Vegas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolinda Bonz Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/RushRevisited/10.jpg that fuggin kills me...everytime i see it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Holdyourfireal Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 I'm going to Vegas 6/13 to 6/19. I'm staying with a friend & her husband Tuesday to Thursday and then the MGM Grand Fri to Mon. I can't wait! I LOVE Vegas! The Strip, Red Rocks, The Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, In & Out Burger! Yayyy!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arndrake Posted June 8, 2006 Author Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (Lucid Seer @ Jun 7 2006, 03:14 PM)You're in violation of the first rule of Vegas "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" Expect to be getting a call from the Las Vegas Tourism Board You suppose the Board is still owned by the Mob? Will I 'have an accident?' Hey, I didn't say we had to share anything that could get us in trouble with our significant others. pleeeeeez don't close the thread, pleeeeeez If you could see me right now, you would note I'm doing my best lower-lip-quivering, pouting face Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaotica Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (Arndrake @ Jun 8 2006, 05:33 AM) QUOTE (Lucid Seer @ Jun 7 2006, 03:14 PM)You're in violation of the first rule of Vegas "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" Expect to be getting a call from the Las Vegas Tourism Board You suppose the Board is still owned by the Mob? Will I 'have an accident?' Hey, I didn't say we had to share anything that could get us in trouble with our significant others. pleeeeeez don't close the thread, pleeeeeez If you could see me right now, you would note I'm doing my best lower-lip-quivering, pouting face Your too much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostGirl Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (Rolinda Bonz @ Jun 8 2006, 12:31 AM) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/RushRevisited/10.jpg that fuggin kills me...everytime i see it Me too. Great memories! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keneticdreamer Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (Grandpa Grizz @ Jun 7 2006, 06:29 PM) I rode the Big Shot with kineticdreamer. The Big Shot thrill ride catapults 16 riders from the 921-foot high platform up the Tower's mast to a height of 1,081 feet. Traveling at 45 miles per hour, riders experience 4G's as they reach the very top, and feel negative G's on the way down. We also rode Speed - The Ride, which goes right through the Sahara sign. Click on the link in my sig for my full Vegas story. Since I wrote the majority of it IN Vegas, it counts as staying there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Der Trommler Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (keneticdreamer @ Jun 8 2006, 06:21 PM) QUOTE (Grandpa Grizz @ Jun 7 2006, 06:29 PM) I rode the Big Shot with kineticdreamer. The Big Shot thrill ride catapults 16 riders from the 921-foot high platform up the Tower's mast to a height of 1,081 feet. Traveling at 45 miles per hour, riders experience 4G's as they reach the very top, and feel negative G's on the way down. We also rode Speed - The Ride, which goes right through the Sahara sign. Click on the link in my sig for my full Vegas story. Since I wrote the majority of it IN Vegas, it counts as staying there. Nor for me.....I don't like heights & after my being hit by a car, I get motion sickness easily.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keneticdreamer Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 Neither Grizz nor I would ride X-Scream or Insanity. (And there is a reason it is called Insanity!) But Big Shot was great. The major difference - at least for me - is that Big Shot does not force you to look down at the street and the other 2 do. If I had to look down, I would not have made it. I just kept my eyes level and looked out at the mountains. We got keychain pix on the ride, but I don't have a working scanner. Edit for Vegas :bam:! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Der Trommler Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 I'll be working my way out to Vegas. I have family that just moved out there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keneticdreamer Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 2 User(s) are reading this topic (0 Guests and 0 Anonymous Users): keneticdreamer, Grandpa Grizz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Der Trommler Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (keneticdreamer @ Jun 8 2006, 06:52 PM) 2 User(s) are reading this topic (0 Guests and 0 Anonymous Users): keneticdreamer, Grandpa Grizz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keneticdreamer Posted June 8, 2006 Share Posted June 8, 2006 QUOTE (Der Trommler @ Jun 8 2006, 06:53 PM) QUOTE (keneticdreamer @ Jun 8 2006, 06:52 PM) 2 User(s) are reading this topic (0 Guests and 0 Anonymous Users): keneticdreamer, Grandpa Grizz Nice to meet you DT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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