Jauronimo Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 14 hours ago, Kirby Jackson said: Is it okay if I come and park early Saturday and then come back a few hours later? I’d like to set up at 8 but I don’t really want to be out there until 11 or so. The only issue you may face is getting charged entry again at the walk in price of $10. Not sure how they track who re-entry. I was thinking of doing the same thing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiotAct Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, eball said: I was wondering whether the roof at the stadium will be open Saturday (forecast is 68 degrees and sunny) and came across an interesting tidbit -- the roof at NRG has not been open for a Texans game in more than FIVE years. A local news station "investigated" and seemed to arrive at a conclusion that the team believes a closed roof contributes to crowd noise and creates more of a home field advantage. The article I read (dated November 2019) lists the various NFL stadiums with retractable roofs and notes they are open a considerable amount of the time. Way to go, Texans. Get the taxpayers to pony up big time for a fancy retractable roof and then keep it closed because you don't think your crowd is loud enough. plus there will be a LOT of Bills fans there. Maybe they can open it every time the Texans are on offense, and close it when our offense comes onto the field Edited January 2, 2020 by RiotAct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, eball said: I was wondering whether the roof at the stadium will be open Saturday (forecast is 68 degrees and sunny) and came across an interesting tidbit -- the roof at NRG has not been open for a Texans game in more than FIVE years. A local news station "investigated" and seemed to arrive at a conclusion that the team believes a closed roof contributes to crowd noise and creates more of a home field advantage. The article I read (dated November 2019) lists the various NFL stadiums with retractable roofs and notes they are open a considerable amount of the time. Way to go, Texans. Get the taxpayers to pony up big time for a fancy retractable roof and then keep it closed because you don't think your crowd is loud enough. The atmosphere is more like a basketball game in NRG in my very limited experience. Texans fans are quiet until they are prompted to make noise with organized cheers from the PA. They need to contain as much crowd noise as possible. Edited January 2, 2020 by Jauronimo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99problems Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Think its gonna be a Nashville like turnout? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston's #1 Bills Fan Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 2 hours ago, eball said: I was wondering whether the roof at the stadium will be open Saturday (forecast is 68 degrees and sunny) and came across an interesting tidbit -- the roof at NRG has not been open for a Texans game in more than FIVE years. A local news station "investigated" and seemed to arrive at a conclusion that the team believes a closed roof contributes to crowd noise and creates more of a home field advantage. The article I read (dated November 2019) lists the various NFL stadiums with retractable roofs and notes they are open a considerable amount of the time. Way to go, Texans. Get the taxpayers to pony up big time for a fancy retractable roof and then keep it closed because you don't think your crowd is loud enough. I live here and yeah, it's the stupidest damn thing to have a retractable roof that never retracts!! This is my fear that if Buffalo goes ahead with a downtown stadium, they'll never open the thing! On 1/1/2020 at 2:27 AM, Peace Frog said: I recommend Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen and order the salmon alexander. Totally awesome. Love me some Pappadeaux's! Sausage and Seafood Gumbo! DAMN - NOW I'M REALLY HUNGRY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 40 minutes ago, 99problems said: Think its gonna be a Nashville like turnout? My thinking is closer to Cleveland than Nashville. If I had to guess I’d say 25%ish. Nashville was legitimately 50/50. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted January 2, 2020 Author Share Posted January 2, 2020 3 hours ago, eball said: I was wondering whether the roof at the stadium will be open Saturday (forecast is 68 degrees and sunny) and came across an interesting tidbit -- the roof at NRG has not been open for a Texans game in more than FIVE years. A local news station "investigated" and seemed to arrive at a conclusion that the team believes a closed roof contributes to crowd noise and creates more of a home field advantage. The article I read (dated November 2019) lists the various NFL stadiums with retractable roofs and notes they are open a considerable amount of the time. Way to go, Texans. Get the taxpayers to pony up big time for a fancy retractable roof and then keep it closed because you don't think your crowd is loud enough. They get loud...... when their own QB gets hurt. https://ftw.usatoday.com/2013/10/texans-fans-schaub-injury Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Finally got the trip squared away, can't wait for the weekend and to meet up with a few peeps at the tailgate. What is going on late night Friday? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted January 2, 2020 Author Share Posted January 2, 2020 (edited) 41 minutes ago, Kelly the Dog said: Finally got the trip squared away, can't wait for the weekend and to meet up with a few peeps at the tailgate. What is going on late night Friday? Christian's is open until 2am, which is when the bars legally need to shut down. Late night restaurants are House of Pies, Katz'. Whataburger for a fast food burger. I live in the burbs so @Jauronimo could probably answer that better. Edited January 2, 2020 by The Real Buffalo Joe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 40 minutes ago, Kelly the Dog said: Finally got the trip squared away, can't wait for the weekend and to meet up with a few peeps at the tailgate. What is going on late night Friday? The party at Christian's Tailgate on Bagby will be going long into the night. I fully expect that you will be running into Bills fans at any bar in Midtown Friday night. Lil' Woodrows on Brazos should be jammed with red, white, and blue as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 3 minutes ago, Jauronimo said: The party at Christian's Tailgate on Bagby will be going long into the night. I fully expect that you will be running into Bills fans at any bar in Midtown Friday night. Lil' Woodrows on Brazos should be jammed with red, white, and blue as well. With the Bills playing the Texans - in Texas - red, white and blue are safe color calls. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Just now, Gugny said: With the Bills playing the Texans - in Texas - red, white and blue are safe color calls. I hate you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted January 2, 2020 Author Share Posted January 2, 2020 Just now, Gugny said: With the Bills playing the Texans - in Texas - red, white and blue are safe color calls. Everytime I talk to my family I tell them "Look for me on TV saturday. I'll be the guy in red,white, and blue!" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted January 2, 2020 Author Share Posted January 2, 2020 (edited) https://wben.radio.com/articles/houston-bills-backers-ready-for-playoff-party I was interviewed on WBEN this morning about the playoff party plans. Edited January 2, 2020 by The Real Buffalo Joe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 19 minutes ago, Jauronimo said: The party at Christian's Tailgate on Bagby will be going long into the night. I fully expect that you will be running into Bills fans at any bar in Midtown Friday night. Lil' Woodrows on Brazos should be jammed with red, white, and blue as well. Awesome. Thanks. Looks like only a mile or two from Toyota Center. Going to see the Rockets/76ers early so will get a later start on the bars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 minute ago, Kelly the Dog said: Awesome. Thanks. Looks like only a mile or two from Toyota Center. Going to see the Rockets/76ers early so will get a later start on the bars. If you're looking to pre-game in style, the Xochi happy hour begins at 4. Grab a cocktail or two and a dozen wood fired oysters. Their drinks are tasty but fairly weak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Just now, Jauronimo said: If you're looking to pre-game in style, the Xochi happy hour begins at 4. Grab a cocktail or two and a dozen wood fired oysters. Their drinks are tasty but fairly weak. Prefer a strong drink in a chipped glass. They got any of those nearby? Thx for all the tips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Just now, Kelly the Dog said: Prefer a strong drink in a chipped glass. They got any of those nearby? Thx for all the tips. Dirt Bar fits the bill, is close to Toyota Center, but doesn't open until 6. Sunny's is a longer walk but guaranteed to give you a chipped glass and stiff drink. $1 jello shots too. Opens at 3PM. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 minute ago, Jauronimo said: Dirt Bar fits the bill, is close to Toyota Center, but doesn't open until 6. Sunny's is a longer walk but guaranteed to give you a chipped glass and stiff drink. $1 jello shots too. Opens at 3PM. Dirt Bar and Sunny's sound good. I was once kicked out of a bar named "Dirtbags" in Tucson, which is no small feat. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted January 2, 2020 Author Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 minute ago, Kelly the Dog said: Dirt Bar and Sunny's sound good. I was once kicked out of a bar named "Dirtbags" in Tucson, which is no small feat. Dirt bar is literally just a bar. Nothing fancy. Almost no decorations. Lives up to it's name. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99problems Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Is there a capacity limit to the tailgate by chance? And $10 walk-in? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Just now, 99problems said: Is there a capacity limit to the tailgate by chance? And $10 walk-in? That’s a good question. I know in Nashville the “open Bills pre-made tailgate” event sold out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 hour ago, The Real Buffalo Joe said: Dirt bar is literally just a bar. Nothing fancy. Almost no decorations. Lives up to it's name. Just a bar, not even any dirt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 I'm seriously jealous. If I hadn't just spent all my available cash on moving I'd join y'all in a heartbeat. On 12/30/2019 at 10:07 PM, Augie said: Ranch has it’s place, with homemade chips. Or even veggies. Get that stuff near wings and you are running risks. We will Dizzy Bat, then come after your arse! (OK, You’ll probably be safe for a while, but we will eventually be relentless!) Ranch has no place with anything. It's simply slightly flavored mayonnaise. Yeech. Besides neither blue cheese nor ranch belong on the wings. The blue cheese is for the crudites. On 1/1/2020 at 3:27 AM, Peace Frog said: I recommend Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen and order the salmon alexander. Totally awesome. You do realize he asked for a STEAKHOUSE, right? ? And my one contribution to those lucky enough to be there: ALWAYS ask for your wings to be "extra crispy". Never just expect them to be served properly cooked, especially outside of WNY. I also make it a point to order my pizza "Well done. Crispy." Then when it comes out soggy I have a legitimate complaint. Sorry I don't have more interesting advice. To those going, Salute! ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedy Beebe Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 (edited) This is likely a stupid question but I’ve never tailgated with people that I don’t know. How does this work just show up and say Go Bills? I’m taking my 12 year old daughter and want to show her a good time, it’s her first Bills game Edited January 3, 2020 by Speedy Beebe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thronethinker Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 9 minutes ago, Speedy Beebe said: This is likely a stupid question but I’ve never tailgated with people that I don’t know. How does this work just show up and say Go Bills? I’m taking my 12 year old daughter and want to show her a good time, it’s her first Bills game I have taken my son who is 12 to a couple tailgates. One in Jacksonville 2 years ago for the playoff game. I wil say that everyone will be happy to let you tailgate with them, buttt....you will quickly find that there are a few that you will not want your child around. Other than that you will be fine. Just show up and have a good time. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 30 minutes ago, thronethinker said: I have taken my son who is 12 to a couple tailgates. One in Jacksonville 2 years ago for the playoff game. I wil say that everyone will be happy to let you tailgate with them, buttt....you will quickly find that there are a few that you will not want your child around. Other than that you will be fine. Just show up and have a good time. That makes me a little sad. But based on my experience over the years I can attest if you find a Biils tailgate you will likely to be welcome. I typically bring alcohol to share, if I'm not at my own tailgate. You'll find they are usually happy to share their food and appreciate any sincere contribution. It goes without saying, be moderate in what you take and how you behave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 11 hours ago, eball said: I was wondering whether the roof at the stadium will be open Saturday (forecast is 68 degrees and sunny) and came across an interesting tidbit -- the roof at NRG has not been open for a Texans game in more than FIVE years. A local news station "investigated" and seemed to arrive at a conclusion that the team believes a closed roof contributes to crowd noise and creates more of a home field advantage. The article I read (dated November 2019) lists the various NFL stadiums with retractable roofs and notes they are open a considerable amount of the time. Way to go, Texans. Get the taxpayers to pony up big time for a fancy retractable roof and then keep it closed because you don't think your crowd is loud enough. $300-400 million wasted IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 By the way, resale prices are falling. Get in for $65 + fees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 19 minutes ago, PromoTheRobot said: By the way, resale prices are falling. Get in for $65 + fees. So, $65 plus fees is like......$200? It’s a steal, I get that, but I hate those lousy fees....... I hope a TON of you can jump on this and make it happen! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 25 minutes ago, Augie said: So, $65 plus fees is like......$200? It’s a steal, I get that, but I hate those lousy fees....... I hope a TON of you can jump on this and make it happen! The fees are like $25 a ticket. Freakin' nuts. I thought Congress smacked down Ticketmaster for gouging once? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 (edited) 4 minutes ago, PromoTheRobot said: The fees are like $25 a ticket. Freakin' nuts. I thought Congress smacked down Ticketmaster for gouging once? That’s actually not too bad, or at least, better than I expected (despite being almost 50%). Again, I hope Bills fans jump on this in droves. Real life stuff took it of the menu for me. . Edited January 3, 2020 by Augie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 6 minutes ago, PromoTheRobot said: The fees are like $25 a ticket. Freakin' nuts. I thought Congress smacked down Ticketmaster for gouging once? How could Congress win where Pearl Jam failed? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 6 hours ago, 99problems said: Is there a capacity limit to the tailgate by chance? And $10 walk-in? There is no limit to the number of walk ins at the tailgate that I am aware of. There are limited surface parking spots at the main lot and an adjoining garage that can handle 800 cars I've been told. The lot owner also owns other nearby lots and guaranteed us he can handle all excess if the main lot is filled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 8 hours ago, Augie said: So, $65 plus fees is like......$200? It’s a steal, I get that, but I hate those lousy fees....... I hope a TON of you can jump on this and make it happen! A lot of Bills gear here at the airport this morning. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanmiami(oh) Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 3 minutes ago, stony said: A lot of Bills gear here at the airport this morning. Picking up my dad and heading to the Cbus airport in about 15! Let’s do this! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thronethinker Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 Ticket prices have been there, its the airfare that is killer. I'm looking at $1000 round-trip for one seat from Orlando. If I was younger and didn't have a family I would have just drove the 14 hours Houston, but unfortunately I can't do that these days. I want to be there, but I know The Mafia will represent us well.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 If ticket prices are really falling that bodes well for the Buffalo fan turnout. The locals aren't sold on their team. Let's take this house over! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tenhigh Posted January 3, 2020 Share Posted January 3, 2020 12 hours ago, Speedy Beebe said: This is likely a stupid question but I’ve never tailgated with people that I don’t know. How does this work just show up and say Go Bills? I’m taking my 12 year old daughter and want to show her a good time, it’s her first Bills game Look for fans wearing jerseys of players currently on the team, or all time greats. Anyone wearing a Losman jersey is probably just there to get drunk and in trouble. 1 hour ago, thronethinker said: Ticket prices have been there, its the airfare that is killer. I'm looking at $1000 round-trip for one seat from Orlando. If I was younger and didn't have a family I would have just drove the 14 hours Houston, but unfortunately I can't do that these days. I want to be there, but I know The Mafia will represent us well.. I'm suffering the same problem from NYC. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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