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There seems to be quite a few CPers in the Great Lakes region. I was just wondering if a gathering in a central local would interest anyone. Let's say late summer/early fall. That way the heat will be dying down. I might be able to get access to a rec room with a pool. Is there any interest?
Guess not, oh well I asked.
Polkapops
06-11-2005, 06:11 PM
hey HEY!!
NOT SO FAST!!!! I am very interested. From what I've read around here, the guys usually like to go to each others' homes for gatherings. But I've never been to one yet and you're practically in my backyard - Hell yes I'm interested!!:D :p :cool: ;)
Dan
Originally posted by Polk-a-pops
hey HEY!!
NOT SO FAST!!!! I am very interested. From what I've read around here, the guys usually like to go to each others' homes for gatherings. But I've never been to one yet and you're practically in my backyard - Hell yes I'm interested!!:D :p :cool: ;)
Dan
The rec room is in my subdivision, community pool w/ party room,
gear could be set up there or at my place. I have a 450 sq ft family room. I live in New Castle, IN. It's about 40 miles east of Indy on interstate 70E. Just thought it would be nice. I've never been to one either. Doing one in Indiana might be convenient for alot of people. Ohio, KY, TENN, ILL, MICH, PENN, WVA, MO, WI, all would be within driving distance. I would hope that we could get a pretty decent turnout. I've got connections when it comes to motels/hotels for those who would want to get some rest before venturing home afterwards.
I was kinda shooting for Labor Day weekend. But am open to suggestions.
I'll be back on CP Monday. Computer at home is being devirused.
Have a nice weekend all.
heiney9
06-12-2005, 11:51 AM
I'm in Illinois and I'd be interested. Indy isn't that long a drive for me. I agree it would be ideal to meet at a Polkies home, but if something more centrally located is decided then that's fine. Keep us updated Noel. :)
Brock
bvette94
06-12-2005, 03:23 PM
i would be interested also.
Talked with the wife, she's okay with it. So far it looks like 4, including me. I'll keep everbody informed of the progress.
hotwheelman
06-13-2005, 10:16 AM
Put me in as a possible, I will let you know if I can make it down the road a bit.
Okay we have 5 most likelys including myself. We're getting somewhere now. I'd like to see some of the New Englanders and those Texas boys also, but I know it's alot to ask for them to drive that far, but maybe a couple of them can make it over/up anyways.
rskarvan
06-14-2005, 05:45 PM
I'm interested.
SCompRacer
06-15-2005, 12:17 AM
Are members with less than 50 posts allowed?
Can shy, introverted types attend?
Is there a dress code, or are pants OK?
Where is Indy from the Chicago area? I can only find Indianapolis on the map.
Thanks in advance.
heiney9
06-15-2005, 12:27 AM
Originally posted by SCompRacer
Are members with less than 50 posts allowed?
Can shy, introverted types attend?
Is there a dress code, or are pants OK?
Where is Indy from the Chicago area? I can only find Indianapolis on the map.
Thanks in advance.
You better start posting.... ;)
Only if brash, extroverted types are attending.....:D
Dress Code??? No you don't have to wear a dress, but clothing IS mandatory :p
To the east....:cool:
Absolutely you can come once you learn the secret handshake...
Just kidding, of course :eek: :)
H9
Originally posted by SCompRacer
Are members with less than 50 posts allowed?
Can shy, introverted types attend?
Is there a dress code, or are pants OK?
Where is Indy from the Chicago area? I can only find Indianapolis on the map.
Thanks in advance.
The cost for you being allowed= 1 SVS Sub in beech.;) :D
dorokusai
06-15-2005, 01:44 PM
This is what you should concentrate on attending....start your motors.
http://clubpolk.polkaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=29665
SCompRacer
06-15-2005, 05:07 PM
Originally posted by ND13
The cost for you being allowed= 1 SVS Sub in beech.;) :D
The price is too high, I'll just stay home and listen to mine. Have fun.:D
Originally posted by SCompRacer
The price is too high, I'll just stay home and listen to mine. Have fun.:D
Oh well, had to try. You know that you're more than welcome in my house. If I can get everything worked out, it will be a blast. I
can't believe Chuck hasn't responded yet.
I'm still working on this guys/gals. I didn't forget. Just have to work it all out with the misses and work. It looks as though about 6-7 people so far. Are there any more interested?
Noel
anonymouse
06-27-2005, 04:42 AM
Potential here. Depending on timing.
Polkapops
06-27-2005, 03:04 PM
Originally posted by dorokusai
This is what you should concentrate on attending....start your motors.
http://clubpolk.polkaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=29665
I'm going to try and make this one first.....
Sounds VERY interesting.....
Dan
I would try to make that one myself, but I only get 1 week of vacation/yr and work six days /wk, with only one Saturday /mth off. Since I am going to Memphis the 1st week of August to see my parents, I can't go to the "official" gathering. I understand anyone wanting to go to that instead of coming to my place, I can't even come close to competing with Polk HQ. I'm going to put this off till well after the big event. The only thing about doing it later is that anyone in college will probably not be able to make it.
But anyways, I completely understand anyone wanting to go to the Polk gathering rather than the Driver gathering.
I'm putting the Midwest gathering on hold til further notice, unless of course there's still enough interest to warrant reconsideration. Sorry if anyone feels mislead.
Polk65
09-20-2005, 12:39 AM
Noel, yeah you with the sexy SRS 2's that were given a good listening by Matt... I'll bet you are just about getting happy now.
I'm bumping this to let you know that I'll be at your gathering when it happens. Since we will be indoors, how about a December get together so the college folks can have the opportunity to attend?
Steve
ninerbj
09-20-2005, 01:21 AM
Count me in as well! I wouldn;t have any trouble making it to a Midwest gathering. Hell, Maybe we could get some of those Denver and West of peeps to show as well. (are ya ready Bret and Frank)
RuSsMaN
09-20-2005, 01:22 AM
Let the effing dust settle, good god guys.
Hit a strip club, something. Get it out!
Cheers,
Rooster
Yeah, let me get back on the wife's good side a while before I resurrect this gathering. I will have one, just let me get all the logistics in order.
Demiurge
09-20-2005, 11:53 AM
I would have to say inxnay on a winter one for Midwest folks. Ice storms and snow storms don't plan around PolkFests. :(
I might be interested in something next year, but I'm not sure yet. It all comes down to getting time away and pulling myself away from saving for that down payment on a house ASAP. :)
fireshoes
09-20-2005, 02:44 PM
Yes, plus people have holiday gathering crap to do, and those of us in retail would not be able to attend most likely.
heiney9
09-20-2005, 03:03 PM
What ever, whenever it's decided I'm still in. Everyone has brought up some valid points. Just keep in mind we won't be able to pick a date that will work for 100% of the people :( . Winter would be a scary drive if mother nature lets loose with a storm.
H9
It'll most likely be around Spring Break, that way more of the college members might be able to attend. When the time comes, I'll need to find out the "likely to come" student's week off. That way I can determine which spring break week to pinpoint.
Ricardo
09-20-2005, 04:16 PM
I will do my best to make it for this one.....
amulford
09-20-2005, 07:54 PM
Spring Break??? And miss all that buzzed up, scantily clad, bursting young college girls, just waiting and eager to see what they can get away with cause they're finally out if daddy's grip????
And YOU wanna sit around and listen to AUDIO GEAR???
You're getting old.... :D
I'm open to suggestions on when to have one, but it will have to be a ways away, timewise. I won't be able to do it anytime soon, because of some private issues at this time.
dkg999
09-20-2005, 09:34 PM
The Chicago audio fest is coming up in mid-October at the Homewood Suites in Schaumburg. They have a website up and I'll post it as soon as I get home from work. This might be a good chance for Chicago area CP members to get together!
heiney9
09-20-2005, 09:40 PM
The Chicago audio fest is coming up in mid-October at the Homewood Suites in Schaumburg. They have a website up and I'll post it as soon as I get home from work. This might be a good chance for Chicago area CP members to get together!
Sounds like it's worth a try. I know I'm pretty busy in October, but maybe something could be worked out :)
H9
That might just be the way to get together. There would definitely be more gear to drool over there. :D
TroyD
09-20-2005, 09:50 PM
Just so you guys know.....Polkfest 5 will be mid October '06 in Charleston SC
BDT
SCompRacer
09-20-2005, 09:57 PM
The Chicago audio fest is coming up in mid-October at the Homewood Suites in Schaumburg.
That would be great! Kind of a long drive for me :rolleyes: but I just might do it.
heiney9
09-20-2005, 10:09 PM
Just so you guys know.....Polkfest 5 will be mid October '06 in Charleston SC
BDT
I didn't know Polk had 2 headquarters, does Matt work out of that office too? :p :D :)
H9
TroyD
09-20-2005, 10:32 PM
That would be cool....no, MDPolkfest '05 was an abberation to coincide with the Polk tour. Thanks to the hard work of dorokusai.....
BDT
heiney9
09-20-2005, 10:46 PM
That would be cool....no, MDPolkfest '05 was an abberation to coincide with the Polk tour. Thanks to the hard work of dorokusai.....
BDT
Mark is the man....One of the better abberation's I'd say. :D
H9
dkg999
09-20-2005, 11:00 PM
Chicago Audio fest link
www.chicagoaudiofest.com/index.html
SCompRacer
09-20-2005, 11:04 PM
Chicago Audio fest link
www.chicagoaudiofest.com/index.html
Thank you Doug!
I'm interested. And this is totally do-able. A room for $89 bucks. Everybody bring your own gear. Time is the issue here. If we're gonna do it I gotta have attendence #'s. If you are definately IN for this year - October 14-16 - let me know and I'll get on this right away.
heiney9
09-28-2005, 07:12 PM
Hey, I think it's a great idea. It's too short notice for me. I have pretty solid plans that weekend. When it was first mentioned I knew this was going to be a problem. Oh well have fun...there will be other opportunities for me to meet some of you.
H9
H9 - Looks like you and SCompRacer are out on this. Hopefully this will be available next year. If we have more time it'll be easier to organize. I'll just have to visit with the nearest CP members one on one until next year or until we figure something else out. ;)
fireshoes
09-28-2005, 11:39 PM
Gotta work that weekend, then moving back to Iowa.
HBombToo
09-29-2005, 09:39 AM
I may be interested in this...
Okay, let's get some clarification here. What is everyone interested in, the audio show in Chitown or a gathering at a member's home? If it's the latter, I'll start looking into a date/time that's convenient enough to get the maximum amount of members to attend.
As I stated a post or two ago, It'll take me awhile to get all the logistics in order and to get some personal matters finalized.
HBombToo
09-29-2005, 10:55 AM
It would be easier fro me to get through Indy rather than Chi Town but Chi Town may be more sellable to the wife... Either way I'm interested
I'd go for either. One person needs to take charge and get this party started. I can't host as I don't have the room. If we go for the latter we've got time to put it together. If it's audiofest we need to move fast and so far two locals can't make it. Right now I'm not looking to the Audiofest - I'd rather be able to get as many people together as possible at one time that is good for everyone involved.
anonymouse
09-29-2005, 09:22 PM
I'd go for either as well.
I got a response from Audiofest and we are more than welcome!!! rooms are are still available at $89. each.
Ricardo
01-31-2006, 09:14 AM
Bringing this subject back.........
I know summer might be difficult for many, but if everything goes as planned, I could host a gathering the weekend of June 11-12. It's only going to be the dog and me at home.....
Let's call this an "Interest Check"......
dkg999
01-31-2006, 09:53 AM
I would be interested in attending!
MrNightly
01-31-2006, 10:12 AM
This would be awesome. I know i don't even have a complete HT setup yet, but to hear everyone's gear, down some brewskies, meet the crowd... How about Kansas? Great plains for everyone to blast their speakers in... hehehe
Ricardo
01-31-2006, 05:22 PM
Hmmm...
dkg999...it seems that it would be you and me....do you like dogs ????
:D :D :D
McLoki
01-31-2006, 05:26 PM
Hmmm...
dkg999...it seems that it would be you and me....do you like dogs ????
:D :D :D
If dogs are allowed, I am in... :D :D
I am sure Gretchen would love to meet a few new playmates...
Michael
BTW - just a word of warning, she is afraid of thunder so we may have to be careful during our demos. Nothing will destroy a room like a 172# dog that desperately wants to leave.
Ricardo
01-31-2006, 05:31 PM
Is that your St. Bernard????
I remember him...after seeing him, I would let you in, but the dog will stay OUT...:)
heiney9
01-31-2006, 05:32 PM
Yeah I'll throw the hat in, as this is an interest check. If we can pick a date to work for eveyone and do it a few months early we shuld be good to go.
H9
I'd love to go but my tush won't tolerate a trip to Ohio. :o
McLoki
01-31-2006, 05:45 PM
I'd love to go but my tush won't tolerate a trip to Ohio. :o
If you want to drive to Peoria (or therebouts) you and scomp can leave your vehicles at my place and we can all travel over in my van. (more room for gear that way) Just wanted to offer.
Of course it has to be on a weekend I am available but still it would save quite a bit on Gas to carpool for the ride.
Michael
heiney9
01-31-2006, 06:00 PM
If you want to drive to Peoria (or therebouts) you and scomp can leave your vehicles at my place and we can all travel over in my van. (more room for gear that way) Just wanted to offer.
Of course it has to be on a weekend I am available but still it would save quite a bit on Gas to carpool for the ride.
Michael
But when would we have time to stop at Big Al's ? :D ;) . You know to check out their sound system.
H9
Ricardo
02-01-2006, 10:03 PM
Ok then; we might have some quorum...
The dates would be fixed to June 10/11 if it's going to be at my place, which I'd love to share with the forum.
Summer..BQ time...if you have not tried my "special" tri tips "a la parrilla", you have not yet tried anything :)
Keep'em coming...
heiney9
02-02-2006, 01:12 AM
Ok then; we might have some quorum...
The dates would be fixed to June 10/11 if it's going to be at my place, which I'd love to share with the forum.
Summer..BQ time...if you have not tried my "special" tri tips "a la parrilla", you have not yet tried anything :)
Keep'em coming...
O.K i'll come for the tri-tips...if there happens to be some Polks and some other gear...well that's a bonus. But I really want the BBq :D :D
H9
dkg999
02-03-2006, 12:23 AM
OK, I'll lock June 10/11 on my calendar. I think meeting at Big Al's in Peoria to check out the ... errr check the sound system ..... is a swell idea :D I have heard that their tweeters and woofers are very fine.
adam2434
02-03-2006, 01:58 PM
Cool, count me in for the June 10/11 thing, assuming we don't have some sporting event or vacation planned. I'd love to meet some of you guys and get my ears on some of your nice gear.
I'll bring some brewskies.
Adam
nebborjk
02-03-2006, 04:17 PM
HTrookie, (Dude, its time for a name change)
June is still a ways out and I don't have any "other" plans yet.
Count me in.
Ricardo
02-03-2006, 04:22 PM
HTrookie, (Dude, its time for a name change)
June is still a ways out and I don't have any "other" plans yet.
Count me in.
Ooooooh no....still a rookie; too many things to learn yet :)
This is looking good; we might actually have a decent amount of members coming. Great!!
schwarcw
02-03-2006, 10:43 PM
I may want to attend. Your about five hours from the "Burgh". I'll keep the dates on the calendar. It would be nice to meet some of you folks!
MrNightly
02-04-2006, 04:04 PM
It'd be nice to show ya all a good time ;) Where are we meeting again? Am I invited? I don't take rejection well... just remember that.. muhahahahaha. Ahem.
Ricardo
03-20-2006, 08:53 AM
Unfortunately...I won't be able to host the gathering on June 11/12; I am being pulled to support some projects in Latin America and will need to do some heavy travelling during the summer. Right now I do not have firm dates, but schedule is getting busy early June, and knowing how these things work I do not want to have everyone planning for that weekend and then call it off at the last minute.
It's a pitty because I really wanted to have some polkies over for some tunes, drinks and food.....we'l do it sometime in the near future.
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