It's official - Polkfest 08...

[janmike]

I assume you be listing the type of shots us foreigners require.

[dorokusai]

I would suggest traveling like your enroute to the Amazon.

The furthest traveled Polkie will get a special prize from Polk Audio.

[dorokusai]

Hey dude does that include me if I am on "the list":D
Can't wait to meet everyone at PF!



Will do:)

No, you're ok Ben....it's the returning Polkies I'm worried about.

[disneyjoe7]

I would suggest traveling like your enroute to the Amazon.

The furthest traveled Polkie will get a special prize from Polk Audio.


Oh come on now I think Mike from "BFE" Canada has that hands down.
;)

[ben62670]

No, you're ok Ben....it's the returning Polkies I'm worried about.

Thanks dude! I haven't heard I'm OK in years:D
Cheers
Ben

[amulford]

Thanks dude! I haven't heard I'm OK in years:D
Cheers
Ben

Don't let your head get all swole, you're still a geek.

[Jstas]

... you're still a geek.

Wow. If that ain't the pot callin' the kettle black...

[george daniel]

Okay,, I'm in as well,,,"other half" is tagging along too.:)

[danger boy]

how far is the BWI airport from Polk HQ? Drive time please.

A friend suggested i may want to fly into Philly and drive to Baltimore instead. Ideas on this?

is Polk HQ located in West Baltimore?

I don't remember from 3 yrs ago.

[Face]

http://www.polkaudio.com/contactus/

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=5601+Metro+Dr,+Baltimore,+MD+21215,+USA&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&resnum=1&ct=title

http://www.bwiairport.com/

http://www.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=114377042409989613060.000448f340caff862f70f&t=p&z=15

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=5601+Metro+Dr,+Baltimore,+MD+21215,+USA&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&resnum=1&ct=title

28 miles away.

Google is your friend, use it.

[danger boy]

this is better http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=5601+Metro+Dr,+Baltimore,+MD+21215,+USA&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&resnum=1&ct=title

[F1nut]

Should only be about 18 miles and @ 35 minutes from BWI to Polk HQ.

You do not want to fly into Philly as it's over 2 hours away.


This is the easiest route to drive.

http://www.randmcnally.com/rmc/directions/dirGetDirections.jsp?cmty=0&notcache=1

[Jstas]

You do not want to fly into Philly as it's over 2 hours away.


Maybe if YOU are driving! I've made Baltimore in about an hour and 15 minutes. I live just outside of Philly and Philly is closer to Baltimore than I am.

[F1nut]

I don't doubt you John, but 2 hours or more is realistic for normal drive times.

[Jstas]

I don't doubt you John, but 2 hours or more is realistic for normal drive times.

Well you can only move as fast as the traffic in front of you.

[hoosier21]

Correct....he's drunk.

Always! lol

[amulford]

Wow. If that ain't the pot callin' the kettle black...

Damn skippy

[F1nut]

I don't know John, that's one label that'll never stick on Anthony.

[danger boy]

my friend who's made the trip from Philly to Baltimore said it took him 90 minutes to drive...

I was just asking.. there doesn't seem to be any benefit of me flying into Philly over Baltimore then. unless I want a Philly Cheese Steak Sammich :)

[F1nut]

One hour and fifty minutes, round it up to two as I guarantee you'll hit traffic.

http://www.randmcnally.com/rmc/directions/dirGetDirections.jsp?cmty=0&notcache=1

[MillerLiteScott]

Hey, if you are in for Polkfest say "AYE!" and I'll start a roster in the main(locked) thread. You can PM me also but I really dislike PM's.....

Aye.

Looks like I never made the list. So put me down as # 50 in attendence.

Scott

[W WALDECKER]

I Am In and i will probably bring my daughter Courtney with me :) thanks....WCW III

[Ricardo]

Is it October yet???

Are we going to have a flea market?

I have a pair of leather chaps from my riding days; should I bring them?

Will we have designated drivers?

Will we play games?

Can we impersonate other members when we get there?

Will we be allowed to burn some piece of gear?

Are we there yet????


Are we there yet????

[treitz3]

Well, I made George's list so you'd better put me on this list as well. I like lists.

Is there a particular "designated" hotel that the bulk of the Polkies are going to stay at? Preferably near a bar [hint]

[F1nut]

I'm sure all the hotels near BWI have a bar. Off hand, I don't know of any around the Pikesville Hilton.

[amulford]

IIRC, there is a watering hole at the Pikesville Hilton.

[danger boy]

is the Pikesville Hilton the place where some of us stayed in 05'?

[Jstas]

If you go to Travelocity, the write up on the Pikesville Hilton will tell you if it has a bar and/or restaurant and even if room service is available. It will also tell you what local places are near by. I do recall seeing an Applebee's nearby...I could be mistaken...but if there is one, there is a bar that is fairly inexpensive and open until 2am at most locations. Some are stifled by local laws. Same deal if there is a Pizzeria UNO near by.

[dorokusai]

The Millstream Tavern is not far from Polkfest.....for you folks into, well.....

[Strong Bad]

The Millstream Tavern is not far from Polkfest.....for you folks into, well.....

I'm suRe there is atleast 1 employee there that I know. ;)





eff you Jstas

[F1nut]

I'm sue there is atleast 1 employee there that I know. ;)

Spent some time in there today, eh!?!

[Jstas]

I'm sue there is atleast 1 employee there that I know. ;)

You're Sue now? Geez, I thought your name was John? I guess that's why all those "girls" are so "comfortable" with you taking their pictures!

[dorokusai]

John Strong has been talking about a sex change since the last Polkfest.

[Jstas]

John Strong has been talking about a sex change since the last Polkfest.

Hey man, it takes all kinds! Just as long as he...I mean she...it? Just as long as Sue does something about hair removal before trying out more risque employment at a "Gentleman's Club".

[Strong Bad]

John Strong has been talking about a sex change since the last Polkfest.

I'm trying to live out a fantasy by having a sex change, then being donkey punched by Doro while Jesse screams "Who's your daddy now BITCH!"

[Jstas]

I'm trying to live out a fantasy by having a sex change, then being donkey punched by Doro while Jesse screams "Who's your daddy now BITCH!"

OMG! You've had that fantasy too? In mine, doro is wearing the ass-less chaps with some twigs and leaves stuck in the zippers. Jesse was yelling out the side of his mouth while trying not to lose his mahageny pipe and dump it all over his smoking jacket. He probably couldn't do much more about it because he had wine in one hand and cheese in the other. He also had curlers in his hair but they weren't curlers, they were 2.2 uf/250v mylar caps and 1.0 uf/250v mylar caps.

It was weird. But I guess that's what I get for getting Baja style Chalupas from Taco Bell for dinner and washing them down with Miller Lite.

[schwarcw]

Priceless!:D

[F1nut]

OMG! You've had that fantasy too? In mine, doro is wearing the ass-less chaps with some twigs and leaves stuck in the zippers. Jesse was yelling out the side of his mouth while trying not to lose his mahageny pipe and dump it all over his smoking jacket. He probably couldn't do much more about it because he had wine in one hand and cheese in the other. He also had curlers in his hair but they weren't curlers, they were 2.2 uf/250v mylar caps and 1.0 uf/250v mylar caps.

It was weird. But I guess that's what I get for getting Baja style Chalupas from Taco Bell for dinner and washing them down with Miller Lite.

JHC, I'd never use mylar caps!

WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

[BaggedLancer]

I Am In and i will probably bring my daughter Courtney with me :) thanks....WCW III

That's what I call living dangerously.....:cool:

And yes, where be everyone stayin?

[Strong Bad]

OMG! You've had that fantasy too? In mine, doro is wearing the ass-less chaps with some twigs and leaves stuck in the zippers. Jesse was yelling out the side of his mouth while trying not to lose his mahageny pipe and dump it all over his smoking jacket. He probably couldn't do much more about it because he had wine in one hand and cheese in the other. He also had curlers in his hair but they weren't curlers, they were 2.2 uf/250v mylar caps and 1.0 uf/250v mylar caps.

It was weird. But I guess that's what I get for getting Baja style Chalupas from Taco Bell for dinner and washing them down with Miller Lite.

Now that you mention it, mine did include Jesse curling his hair with a pile of 6DJ8 Amperex Bugle Boy tubes. I noticed a smoothness in his voice as he yelled "Who's your daddy now BITCH!"

God help us all at Polkfest!

[cfrizz]

Only for you Mark!:eek::p;):D

That's what I call living dangerously.....:cool:

And yes, where be everyone stayin?

[BaggedLancer]

Only for you Mark!:eek::p;):D

Hey now.....be nice

[cfrizz]

Heh, heh, heh. Fine you are more than free to find out the hard way dear!:D

Hey now.....be nice

[dorokusai]

The senior members are planning on initiating more than just BL.

[BaggedLancer]

haha.......wwwwwwwwwwwweeeeeeee shall see.

[dorokusai]

Our crew is MUCH bigger than you.....and we have duct tape.

[BaggedLancer]

I'm faster though, you old folks don't stand a chance.

And if necessary I'll scream "Rape!!!!"

[dorokusai]

I'll have to get back to you on that one but we'll round up a stun gun....TED!??

[treitz3]

I have the assless straightjacket ready. Doro, you bring the twinkies.

[dorokusai]

We're having a Twinkie race fo' sho'....and I don't mean with your hands. It might even be combined with a sack race....hell, the ideas are unlimited.

[strider]

Oooh ooooh! Elephant walk!

[RuSsMaN]

Keep your fingers crossed, we are getting entertainment booked for the big meet!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaW-uj0Ta14

[dorokusai]

53 "confirmed" Polkies....that's pretty incredible.

[Face]

Keep your fingers crossed, we are getting entertainment booked for the big meet!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaW-uj0Ta14

Can we put her in a velcro suit?

[Beekyman]

I'll be there!! Make that 54 confirmed Polkies!

[Ricardo]

Keep your fingers crossed, we are getting entertainment booked for the big meet!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaW-uj0Ta14

If that thing is going to be there I'm staying home. I mean it.

[treitz3]

Should we pick a hotel and reserve two floors? Who's room is the keg staying in? :D

[dorokusai]

Should we pick a hotel and reserve two floors? Who's room is the keg staying in? :D

F1Nut has volunteered to be Keg President and is hosting the room.

[disneyjoe7]

Keep your fingers crossed, we are getting entertainment booked for the big meet!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaW-uj0Ta14


I don't think there will be enough liquor at PolkFest to make that one pretty to me. :eek:

[F1nut]

F1Nut has volunteered to be Keg President and is hosting the room.

In your dreams.

[danger boy]

you just can't find entertainment like that anymore. ha ha

[Jstas]

I don't think there will be enough liquor at PolkFest to make that one pretty to me. :eek:

I would hope so 'cause it's a guy.

[disneyjoe7]

I would hope so 'cause it's a guy.


OMG guy transsexual 3ft person.... Even if DRUNK it would be a new LOW :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:


Hoooooooooooold on I think I need to rinse my eyes out with robbing Alcohol.

[Strong Bad]

Based on the responses so far, i'm NOT clicking the link. I fear my retinas may be burned.

Jesse is guest bartender! He'll be dressed in classic Chipendales attire.
Antny is guest chef who will also be dressed in classic Chipendales attire.
Disneyjoe is guest waiter who will be dressed like the first two.

I'll be arriving flat out drunk so they are just a blur and nothing close to being recognized as human.

[Ricardo]

I heard (just in) we're having this little exercise. Who's going first??


http://www.wired.com/images/article/full/2007/10/torture_580x.jpg

[Ron Temple]

Hmmm...I think I want to get in on this...but the TV midget has got to be there.

[treitz3]

Anybody know if Monica Robles, Mark Suskind, and Al Ballard will be there for the event?

[dorokusai]

As far as I know, yes.

[treitz3]

Cool deal. Monica? Sweet, sweet Monica what can I say? She rocks! [Well, maybe she listens more than she rocks (very quietly), but she still rocks! :D ] Mark? Definitely one of a kind and filled with a plethora of information! Al? Well, he unfortunately had to leave early at last year's PF so hopefully he can hang long enough this year to get to know some of the newer folks attending.

I look forward to seeing them again.

[dorokusai]

Hopefully, they feel the same way. ;)

[halo]

Not attending :(

[MacLeod]

Keep your fingers crossed, we are getting entertainment booked for the big meet!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaW-uj0Ta14

Dammit Russ! Thats the creepiest thing Ive ever seen. Im gonna have nightmares now!

[Strong Bad]

Good god, thanks Russ! Now I need rehab!

[danger boy]

bump for anyone who may have forgotten this is taking place this Oct. and for any new Polkies who have never heard of PolkFest08

;)

[treitz3]

Thanks DB, that reminds me, I asked a while back and never got a definite answer because I don't believe that it's been discussed, but are we gonna all try to stay at a particular hotel?

Should we make a "group" whatever the hell it's called to discuss the who and where? My only request is that it's within walking distance to a pit stop that serves beer....maybe a little of the stronger stuff. :D

[danger boy]

i haven't made any room reservations yet myself.. I too would like to stay in the same place as other people or close by. makes carpooling much easier.

I prob won't book my room for a few month's still.

[amulford]

Don't you worry, there will be plenty of spirits to imbibe ;)

I would like to know where I'm cooking...

[dorokusai]

I'll clarify it a little better in the main thread but there is definitly something happening on Saturday.....there is definitly a location that has been confirmed and all you guys need to worry about is being in town. Ok? :D

[schwarcw]

Dammit Russ! Thats the creepiest thing Ive ever seen. Im gonna have nightmares now!

Don't worry, Russ keeps her locked in a suitcase all to himself!

[janmike]

I just booked my flight. Put me on the board.

[Ricardo]

Thanks DB, that reminds me, I asked a while back and never got a definite answer because I don't believe that it's been discussed, but are we gonna all try to stay at a particular hotel?

Should we make a "group" whatever the hell it's called to discuss the who and where? My only request is that it's within walking distance to a pit stop that serves beer....maybe a little of the stronger stuff. :D

I booked at the Pikesville Hilton way back when.

[schwarcw]

I just booked my flight. Put me on the board.

That's great news Mike! I'll be very plesased to see you there. I'll try and remember to make some hote reservation this week. I think Scompracer is going to make a valiant effort to attend. We'll see.

[janmike]

Thanks Carl. I have not made any hotel reservations yet, so let me know. I want to see if I can apply my corporate discount somewhere.

[treitz3]

Is the Hilton one of the discounted for you? That's where I'm planning on staying. It only seems logical that the group stay within close proximity of each other. Makes things easier. Know what I'm sayin'?

[janmike]

Is that the one near Polk HQ - Hilton Pikesville?

[Ricardo]

That's the one; $98 with AAA.

[janmike]

It's on my list.

[F1nut]

Yes, the Pikesville Hilton is the closest "nice" hotel to Polk HQ that I can think of. I'm not sure about bars in close proximity, but I know there are any number of restaurants. If anyone is interested chowing down on the best brisket ever, Edmart Deli is about a mile down the road. BDT and I ate 2 each. :D

[dorokusai]

Please, for the love of all that is holy....follow F1Nuts' stomach. He has never led me wrong.

I know Lasareath wants to eat at Cracker Barrel, and who would defer a free meal on him, but try an eat at something local while you are in the area. The whole purpose of traveling is to dine and experience new things. Suck it up and do something cool and out of the norm....isn't that why you're here?

[janmike]

Yes, the Pikesville Hilton is the closest "nice" hotel to Polk HQ that I can think of. I'm not sure about bars in close proximity, but I know there are any number of restaurants. If anyone is interested chowing down on the best brisket ever, Edmart Deli is about a mile down the road. BDT and I ate 2 each. :D

No bars Jesse? What's a guy going to do. :D

[dorokusai]

They have soda machines in the lobby. Friday should be more about attention span than hangover....the rest is optional. I plan on being unfriendly thoughout.

[janmike]

So does that mean I bring one or two lacrosse sticks?

[dorokusai]

I'm sure one stick would be enough to distract the typical Polkie, and then slap him in the face. I'm not typical but wouldn't be opposed to a slap in the face.

My side to side action is limited but the forward lunge is pretty good. I hope you have some secondary defense. I usually bring a rubber, penis shaped knife, FYI.

[janmike]

I'm sure one stick would be enough to distract the typical Polkie, and then slap him in the face. I'm not typical but wouldn't be opposed to a slap in the face.

My side to side action is limited but the forward lunge is pretty good. I hope you have some secondary defense. I usually bring a rubber, penis shaped knife, FYI.

WOW - One of my favourites. I just hope the National Parole Board grants me permission to cross the border again. :eek:

[dorokusai]

I never thought I'd like to meet a Canadian....but a photo op is in the works.

[janmike]

Perfect! I just love meeting Polk Folk.

[treitz3]

Friday should be more about attention span than hangover....the rest is optional. I plan on being unfriendly thoughout.
Damn, I'm disappointed. Friday? That's...........well, frickin' Friday! Whoooooo-hooooooooo! Food optional. Suds Mandatory! :D :D :D
I hate paying attention. Though, for this, it may be worth it. ;)

[dorokusai]

Just save your motivation for Saturday and feel free to get wild....it's not my house.

[Lasareath]

53 "confirmed" Polkies....that's pretty incredible.

Actually it's 54, For some reason you keep forgetting to put my name down on that list!, Some kind of mental block?

[Lasareath]

Is the Hilton one of the discounted for you? That's where I'm planning on staying. It only seems logical that the group stay within close proximity of each other. Makes things easier. Know what I'm sayin'?

I friends who live in Glen Burnie so I will most likely stay with them. I will also have my car, so I can pick people up if you don't rent a car.

Just let me know...

Sal

[Jstas]

I never thought I'd like to meet a Canadian....but a photo op is in the works.

Just watch out for his floppy head. It'll put an eye out if you're not careful. Those floppy headed Canuckleheads get a little rambunctious around the Loudmouth Soup.

[dorokusai]

Actually it's 54, For some reason you keep forgetting to put my name down on that list!, Some kind of mental block?


Not that I'm aware of.

[warlocks1]

Count me in. Also, you can add my name to contact for a rental car. Thanks, Jeff

[danger boy]

Count me in. Also, you can add my name to contact for a rental car. Thanks, Jeff

cool. I'll be looking for a rental for sure. What rental cars do you represent?

[warlocks1]

I work for AvisBudget Group. So I can help with either Avis or Budget.

[treitz3]

Cool. Polkies helping Polkies. There's a thought. :D

[dorokusai]

I received a cool batch of brand new CD's to giveaway as Karma @ Polkfest 2008 (http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63145) from a somewhat new, and cool member. I'm not sure if he wants me to reveal him but I would encourage that....since no one else has even thought of it so far.

I believe it was originated from this karma (http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=66225&highlight=polkfest+karma) and it's nice to see a member "pay" something back or forward....for an event that's essentially all about membership in the first place.

Push aside the vitriol and hatred and do something bigger than yourself. GET YOUR ASS TO POLKFEST! This isn't about the individual(s)....it's about Polk Audio and the CP community.

If the community isn't something you like, well, you probably don't participate enough. This is hands down, one of the best forums I am a part of....and I'm on a bunch. It's a great mix of everything and aside from a Steam Vent or Political Forum, whch I personally would love to have.....not too freaking shabby.

If you are pensive about checking the event out....and it's an EVENT!....get a grip and come on down. This is an awesome opportunity to attend something that many folks never have. It's not a calender event, just membership driven. You don't have to come down for the whole weekend....at LEAST come down for Friday.

PLEASE! post publically, as to how many other manufacturers, have opened their respective doors to their user forums. Whether it be this level or smaller. Why would you not, want to just check out what a company does....in the field of which you spend money. This isn't a sales pitch with time shares involved....it's a walkthrough, wtf, that's not worth some time?

This is Polkfest man...peace, love and threesomes.....or whatever.

[kab]

Hi,

I've been working on the agenda and if things pan out, it will be memorable. I expect to lock it down and publish it here soon.

I have been reluctant to say this out loud but my house in west Baltimore will be the headquarters for the Saturday events.

[Ricardo]

I'm sorry for your loss......I mean....that's very generous of you :)

[janmike]

Al you are a brave and generous man. I assume that additional security has been retained. :D

[dorokusai]

Al - If you increase your homeowners insurance and think about a private security guard onsite....you should be fine. I'd bet its some crazy Canadian that causes all the problems. You can't let those folks loose on American soil.

[Jstas]

The last Polkfest in 'aught five was very cool!

They had free food, a live band and all kinds of cool stuff. You got a walk through and got to see so much stuff that they require you to sign a non-disclosure agreement! Means you can't talk about some of the stuff you saw. If that isn't enticing enough, I dunno what is!

We got to see testing equipment and the testing rooms, the measurement equipment and the room it is used in, demo rooms, offices of the cool guys, even Justin's desk! If you are on the car audio side, we got to see the car audio workshop and the cars they were working on. We even got to see what kind of tools they use for doing the work. Right next to that is an area where they have drivers galore that they use for testing and rebuilding and such. It's like seeing the museum of Polk Audio. You don't really want to get separated from your tour group but if you lingered and asked questions, people were happy to talk and then help you find your tour group again. Oh and they have an SRT theater setup in the warehouse!

Oh and Matt, Al, Polk Paul and even Stu made it a point to go around and meet everyone. This isn't just a chance to have almost unfettered access to a corporate headquarters and R&D office, it's a chance to meet people who have made waves in the industry. they are all humble about it but ask anybody, even if they think Polk is cheap stuff, they all say that Polk Audio is innovative. We got to meet everyone including the Polk Customer Service giants like Ken Swauger and the venerable Kim from the car audio side.

These are very smart people and very kind people who are just floored by your rabid support for their company and what they do. That's why they support you so much. They want you to come and say hi and see what they do. They wouldn't open the doors if they didn't. Judging by the number of Polk employees that started posting here on the forums after the last event, they enjoyed it immensely too. So get off your dead butt and get out here for this event. You won't regret it.

[danger boy]

thanks for the update Al

[amulford]

Cool, now I know where I'm cooking...

[janmike]

Al - If you increase your homeowners insurance and think about a private security guard onsite....you should be fine. I'd bet its some crazy Canadian that causes all the problems. You can't let those folks loose on American soil.

That's right - like we are the crazy ones. :D

[cfrizz]

This is totally awesome! I just booked my tickets yesterday. I'm actually in DC right now visiting my brother. We will both be attending.

Al, it's really cool that you are offering up your digs for this occaision!!!

[dorokusai]

It's ok Cathy....no need to call us local boys when you're in town.

[RuSsMaN]

The core members and a handful of hardcore newbies will be all the security he needs. Any hanus attempts will be handled in short order. No soap stealing, streeking the living room, upper deckers - none of it will be tolerated.

Al, do you have a place you would prefer for me to vomit in the yard? Do you have any dogs? (I'd hate to see them eat it like mine does)

My typical vomit time at Polkfest occurs from 3 to 4 am (right after I smear mustard on my chest). That window is subject to change however. Oh, and I have to have Abernathy with me for encouragement too (just fyi).

[schwarcw]

Only four months to go! It's close enough to smell the vomit:eek:

[Lasareath]

Are we allowed to bring other people than our significant others?

I may want to bring my brother with me, he's into car audio.

[F1nut]

Sorry Sal, one eating machine is enough. ;)

[RuSsMaN]

Sorry Sal, one dunderhead is enough. ;)

I agree.

On second thought, go ahead and bring him, just as long as he doesn't try to vertically bridge any amps on hand. :)

Cheers,
Russ

[TroyD]

Man, I WISH I was able to come. Maybe I can beam in via satillite or some shit.

I've had two of these things and I'd do it every year if I could. What a blast.

BDT

[reeltrouble1]

sure Bubba,

you know I was chatting with TLW the other day, ummmmmm, PF came up and how great it was to see her, errrr, i mean you at the SC fests, then we tried to remember the other fests you had attended??????

busted bro. well you will be missed........again.

RT1

[Lasareath]

Sorry Sal, one eating machine is enough. ;)

He's 12 years younger than me and is one of those people who watch everything that they eat. You know, those 6% body fat people. I guess I scared the shit out of him, LOL

[Lasareath]

Man, I WISH I was able to come. Maybe I can beam in via satillite or some shit.

I've had two of these things and I'd do it every year if I could. What a blast.

BDT

Have a buddy accidentally shoot you in the foot, maybe they'll send you home and I'm sure you'll be ok in 3 months and then you can attend ;)

[Ricardo]

Are we allowed to bring other people than our significant others?

I may want to bring my brother with me, he's into car audio.


Only if he makes it to the list, something you have not been able to accomplish yet.

[amulford]

Al, do you have a place you would prefer for me to vomit in the yard? Do you have any dogs? (I'd hate to see them eat it like mine does)

My typical vomit time at Polkfest occurs from 3 to 4 am (right after I smear mustard on my chest). That window is subject to change however. Oh, and I have to have Abernathy with me for encouragement too (just fyi).

I thought you had a preference of going for distance off the deck???

Only four months to go! It's close enough to smell the vomit:eek:
It's quite the sight. Usually Russ starts it off and then others follow in rapid succession. Kind of like sympathy yawning, only not...

[Lasareath]

Only if he makes it to the list, something you have not been able to accomplish yet.


The night before I come to PF I'm gonna have a huge Indian dinner with some really spicy food.

Then when I'm there I'm gonna run around the building 20 times and work up a really good sweat and I'm gonna give you a really nice & loving 3 minute bear hug!

I love you Big Guy :)

[janmike]

WOW Sal, I can hardly wait. :eek:
Nah, just leave that for your fellow Americans. :D

[hearingimpared]

You guys are all nutz!!! WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA Sal that would be highly disgusting!

[Lasareath]

You guys are all nutz!!! WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA Sal that would be highly disgusting!

And I'd be dead!, 20 laps?, LOL, maybe I can do 3.

[disneyjoe7]

3 Hmmmmmmm............ Maybe 4 with Oxygen?

[hoosier21]

Oh, and I have to have Abernathy with me for encouragement too (just fyi).

"Atta boy"

I'll be there

[Ricardo]

The night before I come to PF I'm gonna have a huge Indian dinner with some really spicy food.

Then when I'm there I'm gonna run around the building 20 times and work up a really good sweat and I'm gonna give you a really nice & loving 3 minute bear hug!

I love you Big Guy :)


Careful; I've got my own techniques...you don't want to challenge me (And I don't mean strength or anything like that...pure aroma baby).

[hearingimpared]

Careful; I've got my own techniques...you don't want to challenge me (And I don't mean strength or anything like that...pure aroma baby).

I would imagine the beer drinkers would win that one.:eek:

[amulford]

Not necessarily, I think I could do a little with a semi solid based diet...

But I do drink beer...

[danger boy]

anyone book their hotel room yet? I am interested in staying in or near the same place as other Polkies.

[F1nut]

In case you good folks haven't noticed, another hotel has been added to the list. There is a Ramada Inn right across the street from the Pikesville Hilton. The Ramada is a two story building with room access from the outside as opposed to the Hilton, at which room access is from the inside and in theory, may be more secure. A quick call to either will get you pricing.

[schwarcw]

Which hotels have the hookers?:eek:

[dorokusai]

It's getting closer and let me assure you....this is not one to be missed. I'm not just hyping it as much as I know what's going on behind the scenes. UNREAL.

If you don't make this event, your SOL and should request to have your account deleted.

As a reminder, please let me know in advance if you're planning on coming, since there are SOME logistical things to work out in regards to bodies.

[dorokusai]

Which hotels have the hookers?:eek:

In Baltimore? All of them.

[F1nut]

He's joking Carl. The places on Rt. 40 are the ones you want.

[schwarcw]

I just want to know which hotels to stay away from.

But, some of the other boys well . . . . . . .

[janmike]

I think this is going to be one memorable trip in many ways.

[schwarcw]

Michael,

Are you on your deck getting a tan? The sun is still high in the sky!

[dorokusai]

The information within the thread contains enough data for you to make travel arrangements. If you're looking for an excuse to back out, that's on you.

[janmike]

For sure. A little over 2 hours left tonight.

[dorokusai]

NO Canadians @ Polkfest.

[janmike]

The information within the thread contains enough data for you to make travel arrangements. If you're looking for an excuse to back out, that's on you.

Ok, how many of you YES people are looking to back out. Be accountable as BIG TIME plans are being made.

And I wanted hookers in my hotel. :D :mad:

[janmike]

NO Canadians @ Polkfest.

OK, I'll send Al the bill for the plane ticket.

[Ricardo]

there are SOME logistical things to work out in regards to bodies.

I'll take two bodies please; a blonde and a brunette.

[schwarcw]

I'll take two bodies please; a blonde and a brunette.

Wax babes or dolls?

[janmike]

NO Canadians @ Polkfest.

Let's hope there are no new Canadians that WERE planning on attending. :confused:

[amulford]

I just want to know which hotels to stay away from.

But, some of the other boys well . . . . . . .

Excellent backpedal there, Carl. You wanna run for office???;)

NO Canadians @ Polkfest.

Let's hope there are no new Canadians that WERE planning on attending. :confused:


Don't worry about him, he'll be too busy rediscovering the wonders of convenience with assless chaps and playing peekaboo with strange objects of various construction and increasing size...:eek:

[Frank840]

hey mark i plan on coming to polkfest with 1 guess

[ND13]

If I can get away from the new job, I'll be heading back to HQ for a 2nd helping. Might try to bring the family this time and get there a couple of days early, so we can visit D.C..

[disneyjoe7]

I'm looking forward to it all :)

[Face]

So which hotel will be the "hot spot" for the late night mayhem?

[treitz3]

hey mark i plan on coming to polkfest with 1 guessAnother pair of assless chaps perhaps? That would be my guess? :p :D

[ohskigod]

in case a new list is being formed, I am still EMPHATICALLY in!!!!

[disneyjoe7]

I heard due to the high cost of travel, it was canceled.

[janmike]

You are stirring the pot again Steve. :D

[Frank840]

Another pair of assless chaps perhaps? That would be my guess? :p :D

argh "Guest" .. stupid 5th grade education

[amulford]

I heard due to the high cost of travel, it was canceled.

Only to Floridians for not letting us drill off your coast;)

[m00npie]

So which hotel will be the "hot spot" for the late night mayhem?


I'm thinking of staying at the Ritz.....






Cabaret on Broadway in Fells point

[danger boy]

ok... where is the excitement here folks? we're now just a few month's away... this place should be buzzing with anticipation of the BIG event. :D

[reeltrouble1]

Kind of normal for the fests, I know last year I had 35 coming per e-mail and then 22 actually showed, this has pretty much been the same for each fest. If we get numbers in the 50's that will be awesome.

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[janmike]

Only 102 days and counting. I need that much time to prepare for the heat. :D

[dorokusai]

I've already begun shaving myself so I can be hairless for the event.

[Jstas]

I've already begun shaving myself so I can be hairless for the event.

It takes you 4 months to shave your body?

[reeltrouble1]

dull razor.

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[Jstas]

dull razor.

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Razor!? If it takes him 4 months, sounds like he's using a hatchet!

[Len]

Those of you that are "on the fence" as to attending Polk Fest. You will regret not doing what you have to come. This will be a BLAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Len

[danger boy]

Agreed Len.... there is still plenty of time to get plans going for PF08.... :D

[dorokusai]

Watch out....Len has been unharnessed from his cube!

[Jstas]

Watch out....Len has been unharnessed from his cube!

I'll worry when they tell me he's off his meds.

[amulford]

This will be a BLAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Len

Oh, so now they WANT me to play with fireworks...;)

[dorokusai]

Oh, so now they WANT me to play with fireworks...;)

No, and it was discussed in the meeting....no fireworks.

[Jstas]

No, and it was discussed in the meeting....no fireworks.

How about just fire?

I can't do the work stuff. I'm highly allergic. If there's gonna be work, I might not be able to go.

[Len]

They do let me out of engineering from time. I will be ceasing to be medicated just for the event, well mostly, beer is a med right? God only knows what will happen then. I could get pretty crazy. Yea no fireworks the locals will provide plenty of entertainment. There is a nice little place I know downtown that has some good entertainment, sans clothing for the entertainers, get my drift. That is if anyone's interested in Balmer night life.
Len

[Jstas]

They do let me out of engineering from time. I will be ceasing to be medicated just for the event, well mostly, beer is a med right? God only knows what will happen then. I could get pretty crazy. Yea no fireworks the locals will provide plenty of entertainment. There is a nice little place I know downtown that has some good entertainment, sans clothing for the entertainers, get my drift. That is if anyone's interested in Balmer night life.
Len

Well Doro is probably right outside your office, nekkid and hiding in the bushes, muttering to himself. Is that what you mean by entertainment, sans clothing? The entertaining part would be the look on Matt Polk's face when he walks out the office and gets jumped by a nekkid Doro speckled with leaves, twigs and mulch and Hedy has to shoo him away with a stun stick much like Gary Olen's "Bowel Mover 3000".

[reeltrouble1]

I can shoot fire out my butt.

brett always liked that trick.

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[dorokusai]

They do let me out of engineering from time. I will be ceasing to be medicated just for the event, well mostly, beer is a med right? God only knows what will happen then. I could get pretty crazy. Yea no fireworks the locals will provide plenty of entertainment. There is a nice little place I know downtown that has some good entertainment, sans clothing for the entertainers, get my drift. That is if anyone's interested in Balmer night life.
Len

You and me Len....mano a mano until the keg is dry or someone is arrested.

[Len]

NO NO NO not Doro that could be bad!!!!!!!! But I agree the look on Matthew's face would be priceless. I can picture Hedy with the stun stick:D

[Ricardo]

mano a mano

[Jstas]

mano a mano

Who are you? The Spanish grammar police?

[Jstas]

You and me Len....mano y mano until the keg is dry or someone is arrested.

I'm game but you'll be the one arrested 'cause when the cops show up, I'll punk you out faster than you can bat an eyelash! I can't go to jail, man! I'm too pretty!

[Ricardo]

Who are you? The Spanish grammar police?

Y a ti que te importa?

[Face]

Y a ti que te importa?


Necesitamos una gramática Inglés policía primero.

[Len]

Hey stop that I donut understand Spagnlish:p

[Jstas]

OK, I know I hang out on the car audio side too but English really is my first language and unless it's Polish or German after that, I really don't understand much more. About the only Spanish I know comes from the menus at Don Pablo's.

[Jstas]

Hey stop that I donut understand Spagnlish:p

MMMMM!!!!

Donuts!

[dorokusai]

mano a mano

Get back in your hole Ricardo!

[Ricardo]

Get back in your hole Ricardo!


yes sir

[cfrizz]

Hmmm. Something about Necessary ? grammar English Police ?:confused::confused:

Necesitamos una gramática Inglés policía primero.

[Face]

Hmmm. Something about Necessary ? grammar English Police ?:confused::confused:
It was another play on words. ;)

[cfrizz]

If you say so. I don't speak any language but english, I was just putting down what they looked like since the spelling was similiar.

[amulford]

How about just fire?

Yeah, I can do just fire...( Heh heh, heh, heh, FIRE, heh heh...)

Hedy has to shoo him away with a stun stick much like Gary Olen's "Bowel Mover 3000".

Nah, she just drops him with a taser in the testicular region. She's a damn good shot you know, must be from all the practice...

I can shoot fire out my butt.

brett always liked that trick.

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I noticed a twinkle in his eye, I always thought it was just a reflection...

[Norm Apter]

Forgive me for barging in here, but what exactly occurs at a Polk Fest? Don't tell me its like that scene at the secret residence in Stanley Kubrick's Eyes Wide Shut?

[disneyjoe7]

Can you picture a scene from Animal House?

[danger boy]

Forgive me for barging in here, but what exactly occurs at a Polk Fest?


not much.. it's pretty tame and proper.. just a bunch of nice people having a BLAST! ;) :D

[dorokusai]

Exactly but with more naked dudes.

[heiney9]

with naked dudes.

Sorry..............but that doesn't sound appealing to me :eek:

[Frank840]

Exactly but with more naked dudes.


nuuu a big sausage fest.... is this BYOB?? i belive i can get a kegs for around 65. Let me know.

[Ricardo]

Sorry..............but that doesn't sound appealing to me :eek:

Don't let your paradigms keep you from trying new things.....

[heiney9]

Don't let your paradigms keep you from trying new things.....

:eek: Now we have to try it!:p.

Keep my "paradigms" out of it! I guess this will be the ultimate male bonding experience

H9

[amulford]

nuuu a big sausage fest....

That reminds me, is anyone going to want me to get any sausages?

[danger boy]

That reminds me, is anyone going to want me to get any sausages?

yes, but I don't know what the other's are going to have :p

[candyliquor35m]

Can you picture a scene from Animal House?

You will probably be safe as long as there are no shopping carts involved or the Dean's wife :D

http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=21132

[danger boy]

which West coast Polkies plan to attend PF08?

I'm buying my plane tix tonight. :D

[reeltrouble1]

anybody care to guess the amount of belly fat that will be squeezed into Al's office when we get the inevitable lecture????

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[Lasareath]

anybody care to guess the amount of belly fat that will be squeezed into Al's office when we get the inevitable lecture????

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Oh I have at least 100LBS of belly fat to give!

[janmike]

anybody care to guess the amount of belly fat that will be squeezed into Al's office when we get the inevitable lecture????

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Is all of that measurable? :D

[amulford]

Who you callin fat, Pudgy???

[dorokusai]

I had lunch with Al Ballard and Len Shufelt today, mainly to meet Len for the first time....and realize we had already met once before...although it was in passing. We ignored Al the entire lunch and just talked about booze, women and the suprising ease of which you may navigate around the Parts Express website.

You guys are gonna love this dude....the volume knob for Polkfest has officially been turned up to 11. If you car audio guys actually show up, you have a fellow 12v nutcase in your camp :) (That emoticon was for you Len)

[amulford]

Cool, a new set of morals to corrupt...

[danger boy]

I think back to PF05 not to many mobile audio peeps showed up because it was the same weekend as some other "more" important event competition. I don't understand it.. but whatever floats your boat. ;)

[amulford]

Hopi Nationals, IIRC. FWIR, alot of their installers weren't there because of it, and Justin showed us the 12V shop. Mac showed, Jstas, and a couple others....

[Frank840]

Hopi Nationals, IIRC. FWIR, alot of their installers weren't there because of it, and Justin showed us the 12V shop. Mac showed, Jstas, and a couple others....

what is HOPI ??? did you mean Nopi?

[amulford]

Yeah, that's the ticket...

[disneyjoe7]

Given the current fuel prices, when would anyone thing is best to look for the best flight price? 30 days, 40 days, 50 days, 20 days, 10 days what?

[ND13]

what is HOPI ??? did you mean Nopi?

Hopi is an Native American tribe.:p

[danger boy]

Given the current fuel prices, when would anyone thing is best to look for the best flight price? 30 days, 40 days, 50 days, 20 days, 10 days what?

NOW!

[Lasareath]

Given the current fuel prices, when would anyone thing is best to look for the best flight price? 30 days, 40 days, 50 days, 20 days, 10 days what?

I'm going to Italy in May 2009, I'm looking at buying tickets now.

[cfrizz]

Exactly Al!

I booked my tickets back in June just to make sure I got a seat.

People are booking 2-3 months early because the planes are filling up very fast & it cuts down on the expense of the seats.

NOW!

[janmike]

Booked mine a couple of months ago and the next best flight now is $300+. Never understood why anyone would not book the flight seeing the fuel charges we are currently facing.

[disneyjoe7]

What a bunch of Sissies... Live life on the edge.

[disneyjoe7]

Ok so when you're all getting there Thursday?

[disneyjoe7]

Well if you booked the flight did you booked the room also?

[danger boy]

I think the room you have much more time to wait on that.. Oct is out of the tourist season.. and hotels will be looking to fill rooms.. hence a better price. :)

[disneyjoe7]

Can I bunk with you Al ;)

[janmike]

What a bunch of Sissies... Live life on the edge.

We are not all as rich as you Steve - you BIG ICE MAN. :D

[disneyjoe7]

Not that rich you all scared the crap out of me, Booked today.

[janmike]

They will probably go on sale in a week or two now.

[disneyjoe7]

I hate you.

[cfrizz]

:D ROTFLMAO!!!!:D


They will probably go on sale in a week or two now.

I hate you.

[janmike]

I hate you.

Thanks Steve. And I thought you were a nice guy. :D

[disneyjoe7]

Thanks Steve. And I thought you were a nice guy. :D




Mike, you're ok and your right I shouldn't have been so harsh.

So to make it up for twisting my arm for a ticket, then wishing for a cheaper rate down to road. I feel I'll be ok with your CC info so I may charge any audio equipment needed to get me back to myself. Nice Guy. ;)


You can PM the needed info any time. 24/7/365

[janmike]

Just having fun with you Steve. As for the CC, you know me. My wife controls everything and has me on a very strict audio budget. Hell, I will be lucky enough to get permission to buy an old beat up 45 let alone the K-Tel record player to play it.

[disneyjoe7]

Ok then your wife's CC info. ;)

Just playing with you also.

[Sherardp]

where is this going and when? Im flying in from Japan again here shortly. I would like to try and attend. Meet some of you guys.

[danger boy]

POLKFEST 2008 - BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 17th & 18th, 2008

[amulford]

where is this going and when? Im flying in from Japan again here shortly. I would like to try and attend. Meet some of you guys.

Go to the first page of this thread.

[reeltrouble1]

Going to the PolkFest, POLK POLK, Going to the PolkFest, POLK POLK, Going to the PolkFest, POLK POLK.

yea baby getting juiced, starting to beef up for the Belly Buck, I think Lou and I are going to do the lemon/lime sumo on Dave.

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[schwarcw]

yea baby getting juiced, starting to beef up for the Belly Buck, I think Lou and I are going to do the lemon/lime sumo on Dave.

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That would be a scary sight!:eek:

[Frank840]

yea my wife just read some of the post and is a little scared about coming. hehe well I ask my brother if he wanted to come he wants to check out the car audio stuff. so mark can you add one more "Guest" for me thanks Frank

[disneyjoe7]

Frank,

There's only a handful of members haven't been heard or seen after a PF event. ;)

[amulford]

Loose lips sink ships, there blabbermouth...

[george daniel]

Frank,

There's only a handful of members haven't been heard or seen after a PF event. ;)
static's show that number is 2%,so if you are on the fence,,the odds of one returning from PF are in your favor. :D