It's official - Polkfest 08...

[kab]

I know you've been waiting patiently. At long last, I managed to pin down the genius (not Paul).

As promised, Polkfest 2008 will be in Baltimore. On Friday October 17th, we will expect to see you all at Polk Headquarters. On Saturday October 18th festivities will resume (continue) at a nearby location to be announced. On Sunday, you will go away :)

Doro has kindly volunteered to herd the cats. I'll see if Hedy can arrange hotel deals. And I will recede into the shadows, letting Doro and you conspire. I expect you to leave B'more in the same shape you found it.

See you then.

Al

[hoosier21]

I expect you to leave B'more in the same shape you found it.

I would not count on that.

[dorokusai]

I feel really bad for this Doro guy.

[MillerLiteScott]

Cool. I will bring some Maryland Crab Dip, from Maryland and made in Maryland.

Scott

[Ricardo]

Sounds great. What happens if some of us want to stay for a week? Will we be able to sleep at the HQ's, or at this Doro's place?

[ESAVINON]

I will definetly make it this year.

[kab]

...What happens if some of us want to stay for a week? Will we be able to sleep at the HQ's, or at this Doro's place?

I've heard Doro loves company.

By the way, Anthony, fireworks are frowned upon in Maryland although, with enough alcohol, we'd be happy to watch you do Swan Lake with sparklers.

[wallstreet]

Marked on the calendar...

[hearingimpared]

Man I can't wait for this!!! I have some space for a few Polkies to crash here so I'll be getting my wife primed and ready for the onslaught!

BTW who is this Doro fellow? does he wear a mask?

[stereo_luver]

I'm sure I'm only speaking for myself when I ask for a list of some of the better Bail Bondsmen in the area.

Your help would be greatly appreciated.

Chuck

[danger boy]

Man I can't wait for this!!! I have some space for a few Polkies to crash here so I'll be getting my wife primed and ready for the onslaught!

BTW who is this Doro fellow? does he wear a mask?

I hope I get the honor of hearing your vinyl rig :D :D

[janmike]

What, another sled trip.

[McLoki]

ok, its official, who from Illinois would like to rent a van, drive out Thrusday and head back Sunday? it should be about a 13 hour trip each way. Splitting gas it shouldn't be that expensive...

[ben62670]

Sweet. I am going to a Polk fest!!! With, or without my Mom's permision. I hope no bad people show up.

[Ricardo]

I'm driving from Cincinnati on Friday morning. Coming back when this Doro guy kicks me out.

Room for 4 or 5 so whoever wants to ride with me is welcome.

Edit: Of course I get to approve riders. But I'm serious.

[ben62670]

I'm sure I'm only speaking for myself when I ask for a list of some of the better Bail Bondsmen in the area.

Your help would be greatly appreciated.

Chuck

Car pool! We can empty out the trunck, and fill it with water:D Join AAA they can help out in a pinch:p(bail)

[disneyjoe7]

Great the date is set, now about "leaving Baltimore in the same shape as I found it" I don't think so. ;)


And Doro I do pity him.

[Frank840]

cant hurt b more no more then what it is. So what goes on at these Polk FesT ?????:confused: Just a raging Beerfest with really good audio ??

[AndyGwis]

CRABCAKES AND FOOTBALL. . .THAT'S WHAT MARYLAND DOES!!!

Are you ready to have the noise brought on you?!?

not in

[dkg999]

McLoki - I'm in for the road trip! H9 is currently without internet service, but I think we can count him in on the roadtrip.

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

In!!

[ilikesound]

i may make it for a night or two. that's going to be close to my birthday, but it sure is close to home in springfield, VA. plan to see you all there!

[BaggedLancer]

Can I bring my dad?

[beardog03]

B ring whomever you want....!

I will sart trying to make plans...

Gotta mark the calander and get the time off, and get tickets, and a room, and , and ........
**
Okay, okay....you can do this beardog....
**

It will be good to see old faces, and punch Ron...I mean meat new people.....!!


**did I say that outloud ?!**

J/K of course..!!

[BaggedLancer]

I was kidding.....I'm not bringing my dad.....hopefully some people got it.

Anyway, I'll be there for sure. There is a 75% I will be driving so if anyone is interested in a road trip, let me know.

[reeltrouble1]

ok, its official, who from Illinois would like to rent a van, drive out Thrusday and head back Sunday? it should be about a 13 hour trip each way. Splitting gas it shouldn't be that expensive...

sure I am from Illinois, just drop by Georgia to pick me up, DJ will join us.

I like folks from Illinois, there cool.

RT1

[Fireman32]

Im in!!!!! Any polkies from the Raleigh are are free to ride up with me. Will put in for the time off today.

[TroyD]

Who is this dorokusai person that you speak of?

Shit, I can't believe I'm going to miss 2 PF's in a row.

BDT

[shack]

Shit, I can't believe I'm going to miss 2 PF's in a row.

We could always have one at your place in S. Korea. Long drive...but Polkies travel well.

[TroyD]

I'm down with that.....


BDT

[Face]

I'll be there. I believe there should be 1 or 2 others from the Island also.

[polrbehr]

I'll be there. I believe there should be 1 or 2 others from the Island also.
What he said ^^^ ;)

[danger boy]

Polkfests are a hoot... tons of fun...and you get to match faces with names...

but do remember you are a guest in someone's home.. so be respectful of that.


other than that.. i look forward to meeting a lot of new faces and seeing some old friends again.

DB

[RuSsMaN]

Nothing is taking place at Mark's house.

[Strong Bad]

About damn time!

Again, I open up the offer to assist any polkies who fly into BWI. I can pick you up at the airport and help you get to your hotel. I know how big a pain in the ass it is flying into that airport and trying to catch a ride. Don't think I'm driving your ass to the stripclub though. I would never subject those girls to you freaks!!! ;) They're all mine anyway.

I'm probably going to schedule off Thursday and Friday from work, so I'll be available.

Anyone who hangs out beyond Sunday, there's always the Inner Harbor (on Sunday) for great food and attractions. I'm down with that.

Doro for Club Polk President! We need CHANGE! CHANGE...CHANGE...CHANGE....what we're changing, i have no idea.

[dorokusai]

I wondering what piece of gear will blow up at this event.

[cfrizz]

That rots big time Troy!

You really gotta find a new job, or tell them that you do not WORK during the week of PF!!!;):D

Who is this dorokusai person that you speak of?

Shit, I can't believe I'm going to miss 2 PF's in a row.

BDT

[TroyD]

Well, the upshot is in 2009, I'm either going to do PF or some sort of event (if the concensus is another location for PF) at my place. I'd like to host one more event.

BDT

[Fireman32]

Sorry you wont be making it Troy. Hopefully you will be able to make it to the NC mini meet.

[candyliquor35m]

Have fun but make it back in one piece: http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=21132&d=1165090965

[danger boy]

i just put in my request for the time off... shouldn't be a problem though. ;)

[nadams]

I'll be there!

[Jstas]

Had too much fun seein' all the cool stuff at the last PolkFest in 2005, I'm not missing this one either! Dragging at least one friend with me, maybe two.

[amulford]

I've heard Doro loves company.

By the way, Anthony, fireworks are frowned upon in Maryland although, with enough alcohol, we'd be happy to watch you do Swan Lake with sparklers.

Should I wear the tutu???

I'm in...

[dorokusai]

Had too much fun seein' all the cool stuff at the last PolkFest in 2005, I'm not missing this one either! Dragging at least one friend with me, maybe two.

I hope they are alive by the time you reach Baltimore.

[danger boy]

Should I wear the tutu???

I'm in...

Hey Anthony... lets meet for a drink again on Thurs night before the big event if you're going to be there then.

al

[Libertyc]

I'm in!! Joe, I call the sofa in the audio room. Leave the tubes on to keep me warm.:cool:

[fumoffu]

What happens at this a event? Just the legal stuff which you can talk about :)

[RuSsMaN]

We discuss audio and then the hazing and initiation of all the newbies takes place. I suggest wearing some sort of adult diaper fumoffu.

[george daniel]

We discuss audio and then the hazing and initiation of all the newbies takes place. I suggest wearing some sort of adult diaper fumoffu.

Yeah,, and be sure to bring plenty of turpintine,,it'll help with removal.

[reeltrouble1]

I'm in!! Joe, I call the sofa in the audio room. Leave the tubes on to keep me warm.:cool:

pfffftt............there is where Lou and I sit, then everyone else, I have however given a few lap rides, I would suggest strongly beefing should you desire mounting any serious challenge. I guess we will heave way for Heddy though.

RT1

[stereo_luver]

I'm still waiting for that list of Polk approved Bailbondsmen in the area there.

Chuck

[MillerLiteScott]

SL

Off the top of my head from driving around.

Hall Brothers Bail Bonds. ( I can wear their T-shirt on Friday or Saturday, which ever day you think you will need it most. Their # is on the shirt)

Big Boyz Bail Bond.

Phat Girlz Bail Bonds.

Bad Boyz Bail Bonds

[Jstas]

I hope they are alive by the time you reach Baltimore.

Well, I figure if I drive the Lightning, I can get moving fast enough that they will be off the ground for most of the trip down I95. The Beltway will be a problem though 'cause we'll have to slow down and then they'll hit the deck and some unscrupulous truck driver might "not see" them and squash their heads like zits. If that happens then I'll have to go all "Weekend at Bernie's" for the fest. At least if there's food, I'll have an excuse to fill up two or three plates!

[Jstas]

SL

Off the top of my head from driving around.

Hall Brothers Bail Bonds. ( I can wear their T-shirt on Friday or Saturday, which ever day you think you will need it most. Their # is on the shirt)

Big Boyz Bail Bond.

Phat Girlz Bail Bonds.

Bad Boyz Bail Bonds


What? No "DOG" Chapman and "Da Kine Bail Bonds"?

[Libertyc]

pfffftt............there is where Lou and I sit, then everyone else, I have however given a few lap rides, I would suggest strongly beefing should you desire mounting any serious challenge. I guess we will heave way for Heddy though.

RT1

Thanks for the heads up Ted. You know I was kind of thinking of keeping away from the sweet spot…aka essence of ass. Good thing that sofa is brown to hide the stains. I call the floor.

[stereo_luver]

Thanks Scott....noted.

Chuck

[MillerLiteScott]

Here you go Chuck.

I got it from a Radio Station give away at the Towson Town Spring Festival.

[stereo_luver]

sweet!.....programmed in my phone. Not that I'll need it or anything...but you never know?????

Chuck

[dorokusai]

Chuck sounds like my kinda Polkie.

[treitz3]

You don't even know the full extent of it yet Mark, but you are right. Glad to hear PF is on!

[Lasareath]

WOW, DAMN!, I think I will be in Italy on my honeymoon!, we'll be most likely flying back on the 18th or 19th :(

[ohskigod]

emphatically IN!!!!!!

no Troy again? faaaaaaak!

Dave, split a room again?

[Strong Bad]

emphatically IN!!!!!!

no Troy again? faaaaaaak!

Dave, split a room again?

Lou, which side of the bed do you take?

Dave, does he hog the covers?

I'm so dead come Polkfest! :D

[strider]

WOW, DAMN!, I think I will be in Italy on my honeymoon!, we'll be most likely flying back on the 18th or 19th :(

Then I guess Joe won't make it either? Bummer.....

[Fireman32]

lou yea man I will split a room again.

[Fireman32]

Lou, which side of the bed do you take?

Dave, does he hog the covers?

I'm so dead come Polkfest! :D

Yes he hogs the covers but if I spoon close enough I stay warm.:D:eek:

[stereo_luver]

You don't even know the full extent of it yet Mark, but you are right. Glad to hear PF is on!

I represent that statement.

Chuck

[amulford]

Hey Anthony... lets meet for a drink again on Thurs night before the big event if you're going to be there then.

al

Absolutely, Al, I'm with it. I've been known to enjoy a cocktail upon occasion.

[reeltrouble1]

Chuck sounds like my kinda Polkie.

naw he's way to smart.

RT1

[Ricardo]

WOW, DAMN!, I think I will be in Italy on my honeymoon!, we'll be most likely flying back on the 18th or 19th :(

Well, you have here the opportunity to show her what comes first.

[BaggedLancer]

At the rate I'm going I'll be sleeping in my car and bathing in the river.....but I'll be there. How's the bay water down there? Pretty clean?

[stereo_luver]

Anyone wanting to split a room let me know...also I will be driving up from the Atlanta area if anyone needs a ride. Dodge Ram quad cab so 3 more could ride with me....unless I carry any equipment. In that case I have the bed free but you have to share with my toolbox and it was there first.

Chuck

[Zero]

It's been a long time since I've last visited the Polk digs.... at that time, Micah still roamed the halls - Paul DiComo was still "Polk Paul", and the LSi's were still a new thing. Sheat, I even recall Justin being stuffed under his desk by one of his friends/coworkers. Good times.

All this talk is making me miss those LSi-9's..... wonder if I could go up there and score a pair.. hmm..

[TroyD]

I just talked to Paul this week. Don't be surprised if he crashes the party.

BDT

[Lasareath]

Well, you have here the opportunity to show her what comes first.

You're correct, I'm going to the travel ajent today and changing the dates.

[janmike]

That's right Sal, you just put your foot down and show her who's boss. Good luck. :D

[warlocks1]

If anyone flys in and needs a rental car, let me know. I will get you a real good deal. Can't wait until Ocotber! Jeff

[BaggedLancer]

Gotta be 25 to rent a car right?


Damn it's gonna be a long walk if i decide to fly and not drive :(

[warlocks1]

yeah, unless you have a corporate discount.

[danger boy]

If anyone flys in and needs a rental car, let me know. I will get you a real good deal. Can't wait until Ocotber! Jeff

cool, i'll be hitting you up for a rental car.. unless you own a limo to take me around? :p ;)

[warlocks1]

Shoot me a PM in the beginning of October.

[Lasareath]

If we all find a local hotel we can carpool, I always rent a car and I bring my gps with me. So let's find some hotels close by. I can't share a room with anybody, well unless your a chick, ;), I have wierd pre-bedtime rituals

[treitz3]

We know. You have to inflate her. Nothing new here.

[strider]

At the rate I'm going I'll be sleeping in my car and bathing in the river.....but I'll be there. How's the bay water down there? Pretty clean?

Chesapeake Bay's as clean as they come. Disregard any EPA study saying the contrary. You'll just need to find some place where you can break through the surface.

[cfrizz]

:eek: Mark, you might have an easier time jumping into the Charles River & surviving!:eek::D

Chesapeake Bay's as clean as they come. Disregard any EPA study saying the contrary. You'll just need to find some place where you can break through the surface.

[stereo_luver]

If we all find a local hotel we can carpool, I always rent a car and I bring my gps with me. So let's find some hotels close by. I can't share a room with anybody, well unless your a chick, ;), I have wierd pre-bedtime rituals

***fingers in ears..."la la la la"*****

I don't want to know.

Chuck

[danger boy]

Polk will usually choose a hotel not to far away from the HQ and usually get us a corporate discount on the room.. stay tuned. that's how they've done is in the past.

[amulford]

Hedy will set all that up.

[avelanchefan]

Man I would really love to hit this. And I was actually going to commit to this, but I just realized that the dates coinside with my son's birthday...so it's a no go.:cool: Hopefully some west coast folks will represent.

[Strong Bad]

Chesapeake Bay's as clean as they come. Disregard any EPA study saying the contrary. You'll just need to find some place where you can break through the surface.


and with enough antibiotics and skin creams, your skin will stop glowing and itching, in say, a few months.

Got my vacation locked in for that Thursday and Friday. As we get close, we can square up who needs picking up from the airport and rental pickup assistance, who wants to meet for food and drinks and whatever else.

[amulford]

Crabs and beer for Friday night.... Who's in???

[Fireman32]

Putting in for the time off now. Man I cant wait for this. Looking foward to the factory tour.

[Strong Bad]

Crabs and beer for Friday night.... Who's in???

I'm always up for that! When we get close and depending on where everyone is staying, I can line up some reservations somewhere.

Antny, have your people contact my people! :D

[amulford]

Cool, I'll have my machine leave one on your machine.

I just had another epiphany... Who's kitchen do I get to trash, er I mean, prepare succulent morsels in this time???

[heiney9]

ok, its official, who from Illinois would like to rent a van, drive out Thrusday and head back Sunday? it should be about a 13 hour trip each way. Splitting gas it shouldn't be that expensive...

I'll make it official...........I'm in.

[heiney9]

Nothing is taking place at Mark's house.

So how's it going to work this time? Polk HQ is providing a place to set-up rigs, etc. Probably asking this question too early on in the planning stage. :).

[RuSsMaN]

No setting up of rigs at HQ either. It's being worked out, and you will all know what the goings downs are for Saturday say by, Friday afternoon sometime at HQ. There will be other festivities, but the location is to remain undisclosed (for now at least).

Cheers,
Russ

[dorokusai]

At the moment, all the rigs will be provided by Polk Audio.

[reeltrouble1]

Guys, relax, my pipeline says we just need to show up and enjoy ourselves, we are in good hands with Doro.

Going to HQ lat time was super cool. FWIW its not the factory its HQ, full of very neat stuff.

RT1

[dorokusai]

If anyone has discount codes for lodging or transportation via land/sea/air....let me know so I can include them in the main Polkfest information thread.

[BaggedLancer]

doro can i put a mattress in the back of your pickup

[dorokusai]

Sure.

[amulford]

You might have to wear a chastity belt...

[VSchneider]

Ok, my Friday has been booked now. See you all there. It's only 8 mo. away.

[dorokusai]

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.....

[danger boy]

If Doro is going.. I'm not.


















:p ;)

[Strong Bad]

AYE!

I've already locked in Thursday and Friday as vacation at work. We're still 7 months away, but i'm planning on making myself available to assist some of you flying into BWI by picking you up and getting you to your rental car, hotel or whatever. Standing at any airport trying to get a taxi or shuttle is the biggest pain in the ass!

[reeltrouble1]

look if you want to come along its fine, but I would rather you just send one of the ladies to get me. Ask her to wear some short shorts a tight t and no underwear.

RT1

[Ricardo]

AYE!

In for the crabs and beer on Friday!!!!

I initially was planning to drive on Friday, but looks like I would miss a lot. What are the plans for Thursday night??????

[phuz]

Info on hotels? Anyone? Is everyone flying in Thurs or early Fri?

[dorokusai]

http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63145

[phuz]

http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63145

Got that part. So, no hotel or car pool deals/arrangements yet.

[dorokusai]

Nothing that has been relayed to me. The last time folks had more success on their own as the hotels Polk gets for VIP's are downtown and not cheap....even at corporate rates. That would also depend on a block of rooms for a committed set of people and everyone comes in at different times.

If I've learned anything in my years here, its that Polkies are unreliable when traveling.

I would suggest looking on your own and asking about locations amongst us locals for "approval" or recommendations.

If a group of ppl start discussing coming in at the same time, that's fine but Polk isn't the travel agent. I haven't seen much discussion amongst anyone so far.

[cfrizz]

Aye!

I'll be there with my brother Mark!

[schwarcw]

Aye!

A four hour ride, but here I come.

[Strong Bad]

I'll do some searching for hotels in the area convenient to BWI and Polk HQ's, but one I just checked was the Holiday Inn Express near BWI. Before getting boned in the rear with taxes and fees, it's $109 per night. Most of the Airport area hotels are going to be higher. I'll check near Arundel Mills Mall as there are a slew of them there. It's fairly close to BWI and very near some major highways. The Mall itself is really sweet!

If you guys have a GPS device (Garmin, Tom Tom, etc...) then bring it with you. Polk HQ's is pretty easy to get to off the highway (I-695).

I'll email the one legged pirate, Peg-Leg Doro, and let him know what I've come up with.


Arrrrr

[Libertyc]

Aye!

See you in Oct. Mark.

Bill

[dkg999]

Aye! Also in for the Friday night beer and crabs (the edible kind, not the kind that come with scantily clad ladies for sale :eek:)

[BaggedLancer]

I'm in, driving from boston since im not old enough to rent a car if I fly.

[danger boy]

it would be great to get some suggestions from the Baltimore local Polkies for those of us traveling and needing a hotel/motel to stay in. within a reasonable distance from Polk HQ. I know what i can afford per night, but I'm not always sure what the level of the place is or the level of that part of town.

so any local polkies willing to offer some suggestions on say medium priced rooms? Say in the range of $60 to $90-ish.

I'd be willing to share a room with someone too if anyone is interested. Knowing of course that between now and Oct, things could change, but for now. All is a go.

[heiney9]

AYE, going wherever the Midwest caravan takes me, hopefully we make it to PF :p

[Face]

In like Flynn.

[dorokusai]

I would suggest that everyone stay near BWI airport for ease of ingress/egress from the area to go home and coordination of the sharing of rental cars.

I hope that some of you have used the internet or traveled before but I'll HIGHLIGHT some places for you to use in your search in the main thread. I wouldn't stay near Polk HQ because the area is less than stellar....but maybe your adventurous.

[Ricardo]

Did a search and could not find a hotel below $100 in Baltimore. We need some ips from the locals.

[jtgranby]

Did a search and could not find a hotel below $100 in Baltimore. We need some ips from the locals.

If you want cheaper it's by the hour:D

JT

[beardog03]

with or without hookage ?!!!

[dorokusai]

Polkies never fail to amaze me with how cheap they are. If you want to stay somewhere cheaper than what's listed on the main Polkfest page, its at your own risk. See you at Polkfest!

[beardog03]

Better listen to the man....he know of what he speaks...

I was there and saw first hand....lost on the really wrong side of the tracks...literaly

don`t be a tight ass........... get a room that you will actually wake up in


I plan on going this year.....it will be good to see everybody again

[66chevyIISS]

Do hotels have rooms cheaper then $100 anymore? I don't even think Motel 6's are that cheap still.

[Ricardo]

$98 with AAA. Close to the Polk HQ's

http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/PIKHIHF-Hilton-Pikesville-Maryland/index.do;jsessionid=CFEA2BB78598314604D2DACCC58E21 AF.etc32?brand_id=HI&brand_directory=/en/hi/&xch=154202259,XMH4ZQETHKBJCCSGBIY2VCQ

[dorokusai]

I added that location Ricardo.

I split it up into near BWI and near Polk HQ.

[beardog03]

Mark is correct in directing you to stay close to the airport....I spent most of the night lost after leaving his house that night....almost ended up in Jersey !!

long story !

anyway, pair up and get a nice place....it will make the whole trip much better if your in Vacation Mode....just don`t act like a friggen tourist !!

I look forward to seeing Mark, amd Russ and Russ, and the other Russ ,and russ` freind....and the guy theat knows russ....and russ` freind...

....and Jesse, and troy and.....well you get the dea..

I also look forward to seeing Ken Swagger (one of the nicest folks you will ever meet), and Matt P., and.......AL (Great guy...much respect for this Man), and Polk Paul....


..... and that really fine Receptionist at HQ......Damn she was pretty....and very nice



and yeah....I guess I am getting alittle excited !!!


Is george Grand (of teh Jersey Grands) going to make an appearance ?

what about a um al ford !!!....Mr. fireworks !!
I haven`t heard much from him since he got all those bad ass mono blocks, and disappeared into audio nervana

[F1nut]

Mark's suggestions of the BWI airport area, the Inner Harbor or the Pikesville Hilton are going to be your best choices. Baltimore is a big city, with big city prices. The cheap places are not in areas that you'd want to stay.

[Face]

Plus the fact you have 7 months to save for a room.

[beardog03]

downtown...at least where i got lost at, aint nothin nice !!

[Refefer]

Oooh baby, count me in. October 17th and 18th are BOOKED.

BTW, if anyone's flying in to National or Dulles, I can probably cart one or two of ya up North with me. I live about 20 minutes away from both.

Just hit me with a PM.

[F1nut]

For those that want something special (read expensive, but worth it), check out http://www.hendersonswharf.com/inn/

It's in historic Fells Point, right on the water with great views of the Inner Harbor/Federal Hill area. It's within easy walking distance to great restaurants and a ton of bars dotting the Fells Point area, which is really a neat area.

[beardog03]

Right on Jesse !

Now thats more like it !!

Thanks for posting it....check it out fellas.....that is what I`m talkin about

Nice, clean digs.....thats what one needs to be into when away from home

It can`t be that friggen much, and so what if it is....

pair up, three , four...whatever it takes

after all....an Invite to HQ is a big deal....
..treat it as such, I say.......

[danger boy]

what's the airport part of Baltimore called? What's the part of the city where Polk HQ is located? any major highways between the two? I like to stay outside of the city most times.. but within reason..

I'm certainly open to booking a room where other polkies are staying too. It would suck if all the Polkies were spread out at 12 different hotels. :eek:


*side note: please understand that some of us are traveling a long distance.. just to make it to PF08. We're not within driving distance.. and some of us have to arrive on Thurs and leave on Sunday.. as the earliest just to partake in the whole event. It's not inexpensive for some of us to travel back and forth over a 4 day period, hotel for 3 nights, food, car rental, etc.

Just show a little compassion for those people traveling outside of the Baltimore metro area who are not familiar with the city. I wouldn't expect you to know what part of town to avoid in my city either. :)

[dorokusai]

www.mapquest.com

[amulford]

I'm in.

[Ricardo]

That is a beautiful place Jesse; just not for this time. If I have time to enjoy a hotel, Polkfest is not what I thought it was :D

I booked in the Pikesville Hilton.

[Strong Bad]

I have to agree with Mark. Stay near BWI as it's a pretty centralized location with easy access to major highways. The Arundel Mills Mall area...arf! Very expensive! Avoid it! Right at the Inner Harbor is VERY pricey also, but you are at the Inner Harbor.

As stated before, there are always areas you can stay in that are frequented by the hour and ocassionally bodies found hidden under the bed. Just put on a brown fedora, bring out the whip and get adventurous like Indiana Jones! :D

[McLoki]

AYE, going wherever the Midwest caravan takes me, hopefully we make it to PF :p

Aye... (as I will be on the caravan as well....)

Any besides Heiny, myself and dkg999 that are driving in from Illinois? Ricardo - want us to pick you up? (ohio is between here and there right??? :p)

Michael

[Strong Bad]

I'm in.


The terror threat level for the Maryland area just jumped to RED! :eek:

[amulford]

It's OK. They track me electronically 24/7.;)

[Ricardo]

Aye... (as I will be on the caravan as well....)

Any besides Heiny, myself and dkg999 that are driving in from Illinois? Ricardo - want us to pick you up? (ohio is between here and there right??? :p)

Michael

Where are you planning to come from (I-90 to I-80, or I-74 to I-70)???

If you are coming from I-90, I could meet you guys somewhere around Cleveland where I can safely park for a few days (airport sounds like a good idea).

If you are coming from I-74 and you don't mind driving another 30 minutes total you could pick me up, grab something for lunch, and listen to whatever speakers I own by that time :p. Or, I could meet you at Dayton airport.

Whichever way, count with me if there's room. Gas is not going to get cheaper.

[Jstas]

I thought I posted here already and said I was in but...

...umm...


...AYE!

Make that two 'cause I'm dragging a friend with me.

[heiney9]

Aye... (as I will be on the caravan as well....)

Any besides Heiny, myself and dkg999 that are driving in from Illinois? Ricardo - want us to pick you up? (ohio is between here and there right??? :p)

Michael

Aaron (a_mattison) hasn't chimed in yet. But based on his current busy work schedule he will probably be a last minute addition if he can go. Or atleast he won't know until it gets a bit closer.

Ricardo you are welcome to ride the Midwest Express, not responsible for getting you there in one piece or at all!! :p:D. The more we have the lesser the cost of gas.

H9

[dorokusai]

19 Polkies is all we have? That's sad.

[Jstas]

19 Polkies is all we have? That's sad.

You missed my +1, I'm bringin' a friend with me

[m00npie]

Tentative - I have already made hotel reservations but I won't know for sure until September.

[BaggedLancer]

19 Polkies is all we have? That's sad.

it's still a bit early, no?

[dorokusai]

For what? To weed out the lame people from the cool people?

[pearsall001]

My house is open to any of you guys that are too cheap to spring for a hotel room!!! If you don't mind crashing on a sofa or in a sleeping bag you're good to go. I'm in South Jersey & it's about a 2hr ride to the Fest. Philly Int'l & Atlantic City airport are only 30min away from my place.

[strider]

I'll definitely be there Friday, Saturday's up in the air.

[danger boy]

it's still month's away.. chill people

[Jstas]

My house is open to any of you guys that are too cheap to spring for a hotel room!!! If you don't mind crashing on a sofa or in a sleeping bag you're good to go. I'm in South Jersey & it's about a 2hr ride to the Fest. Philly Int'l & Atlantic City airport are only 30min away from my place.

No way dude. In 2005 we made it to Polk HQ in an hour and 15 minutes and we even got a bit lost on the way.

[ohskigod]

if I didnt say it before, "AYE".......emphatically!

I'm a large man, so if you count me twice, so be it.

[Fireman32]

I am definitly in.

[polrbehr]

I'll be there. I believe there should be 1 or 2 others from the Island also.

Aye, definitely in.

[jtgranby]

Aye how's that??? I will be there.


JT

[MKZ]

What is POLKFEST 2008?
My search skill didn't bring up the detail info.

[stereo_luver]

Hey Gimpy....add me to the list and possibly Mary. But that will depend on any other wives or Gf's attending. She says she'd like to roll along but understands its a "guy's" thing and adds no disrespect intended to all the women on the forum. But I'm there for sure and looking for a split on the room there.

I'm also wondering about a conference room at a hotel for sampling any rigs or pieces of rigs anyone may bring. I haven't read thru the thread to see if this was mentioned or not.

Chuck

[stereo_luver]

What is POLKFEST 2008?
My search skill didn't bring up the detail info.

Just go. It doesn't hurt much after the second day. I have a list of the better Bail Bondsmen in the area and a special fund started for the bail monies. Fake ID's are highly recommended as well as Groucho Marx type glasses/nose & stache.

Chuck

[dorokusai]

What is POLKFEST 2008?
My search skill didn't bring up the detail info.

Take a look in the system showcase and scroll down to all the past Polkfests. You might need to refine your search as everyone of them is onsite.

[dorokusai]

Hey Gimpy....add me to the list and possibly Mary. But that will depend on any other wives or Gf's attending. She says she'd like to roll along but understands its a "guy's" thing and adds no disrespect intended to all the women on the forum. But I'm there for sure and looking for a split on the room there.

I'm also wondering about a conference room at a hotel for sampling any rigs or pieces of rigs anyone may bring. I haven't read thru the thread to see if this was mentioned or not.

Chuck

There will be about 5-6 females that I know off the top of my head in attendence. I would encourage Mary to attend, as she will have a very good time.

There will be no conference room or hotel setups as that will be handled at the Saturday location. The discussion of what's planned is only preliminary at this point.

[Jstas]

What is POLKFEST 2008?
My search skill didn't bring up the detail info.

Stop whining and go!

At the last Polkfest at HQ, a ton of people went and all we got were polo shirts...and satellite radio tuners.

[MKZ]

Take a look in the system showcase and scroll down to all the past Polkfests. You might need to refine your search as everyone of them is onsite.

Got it. Thanks.

[MKZ]

Stop whining and go!

At the last Polkfest at HQ, a ton of people went and all we got were polo shirts...and satellite radio tuners.

I preferred cash or postal money order. :D

[amulford]

all we got were polo shirts...and satellite radio tuners.

Not true, I got a copy of the blueprints and burglar alarm codes;)

[disneyjoe7]

Not true, I got a copy of the blueprints and burglar alarm codes;)


You lucky stiff. :mad:

[ESAVINON]

Aye for both dates.

[venomclan]

When is it coming to Florida?

[dorokusai]

When hell freezes over :)

[disneyjoe7]

I always thought Orlando around March would be nice. ;)

[danger boy]

anyone book their room(s) yet? I think i'm going to wait a couple month's still to be sure i'll be 100% sure I can go. but it's looking good now.

[MKZ]

When hell freezes over :)

then New York, New England?

[cfrizz]

I don't think Matt & company would like moving their HQ for a day up or down or over to another state so that Polkies could check it out!:eek:;):D

[reeltrouble1]

I always thought Orlando around March would be nice. ;)

yes, indeed my friend, also its an easy trip for the Camel.

Cat I am bringing one of my special tubes just for you.

RT1

[appadv]

Would it be okay to just attend on Satuday?

[BaggedLancer]

Would it be okay to just attend on Satuday?

Only if you bring your dad, a knocking nissan maxima, and a $20 Apex DVD player.

[appadv]

Only if you bring your dad, a knocking nissan maxima, and a $20 Apex DVD player.

No. :)

[hockeyboy]

I'm still tentative! Which DFW polkies are in already?

[MacLeod]

Woohoo! Count me in representing the 12V side.

[janmike]

For those that want something special (read expensive, but worth it), check out http://www.hendersonswharf.com/inn/

It's in historic Fells Point, right on the water with great views of the Inner Harbor/Federal Hill area. It's within easy walking distance to great restaurants and a ton of bars dotting the Fells Point area, which is really a neat area.

Nice looking spot. Wonder what that runs a night. Call me cheap but the airline ticket is a G-note for me alone.

[Strong Bad]

Nice looking spot. Wonder what that runs a night. Call me cheap but the airline ticket is a G-note for me alone.

I guarantee you won't like the price!

[MacLeod]

Motel 6 here I come!

[danger boy]

I guarantee you won't like the price!

I think that hotel is $200+ a night. :eek:

seriously, does any room have to cost $200+ a night? You're paying for the employees wages more than for anything. Do you really need imported Italian marble in the bathroom ? (just an example)

[danger boy]

are we going to get to listen to the new DSW pro subs while at Polk HQ? I hope so. :)

[hoosier21]

I'm in,

As this will not be at somebody's house, looking for a hotel with or near (walking distance) to a good watering hole.

[F1nut]

Nice looking spot. Wonder what that runs a night. Call me cheap but the airline ticket is a G-note for me alone.

$269 per night, one person, queen bed.

[danger boy]

$269 per night, one person, queen bed.

how many Polkies do you think we could fit in one room? 8, 9, 12? :eek: :D

[dorokusai]

I want to ride on Brett's shoulders and box Polkies for money.

[reeltrouble1]

OK Mark, but I need to get a Goliath to hold my ass up, shoulder box instead of belly buck might be good, Lou is just too tough anymore for the buck, it was a forfeit last year. I even had the mosh pit ready.

RT1

[reeltrouble1]

how many Polkies do you think we could fit in one room? 8, 9, 12? :eek: :D

for 269 there better be a Queen in the bed, the lady kind for me.

RT1

[hoosier21]

nice looking place, but at 269 a night for 3 nights when I ain't even going to get laid, I will look for something a little cheaper :)

[janmike]

Ya for that price there had better be more than a couple of companions for the weekend.

[F1nut]

Bunch of cheap mofo's. :D

[Face]

Bunch of cheap mofo's. :D

I agree.

I guess you guys have never stayed in NYC, the Hamptons, or the Poconos.

[janmike]

Hey Jesse, I can't afford those audio recommendations of yours if I spend all my money on ritzy hotel rooms. :)

[dorokusai]

If you're not making every effort to attend this years' Polkfest.....there is something wrong with you.

The HQ tour alone is worth the price of admission...which is FREE. You'll also get to meet all the SOB's that have ragged or complimented you and either shake hands or wrestle for dominance.

I will personally be displaying my privates until the Police are notified. After I'm hauled away, Russman will immediately pick up the slack and display his private stash of electronics and tubes. We're hoping that Polk Paul DiComo also shows up and WOW's everyone.

Seriously, get off your arse and get to Baltimore on October 17th at the very least. It will be a GREAT event. In 2005, we had live music from resident Polk musicians, The Kluge, and it was a fully catered event, complete with homemade chili containing Matt Polk's blood.....so you can leaves evens smarter thans you is's before.

This years' event looks to top all others, so stay awake Polkies!

[cfrizz]

Oh man I'm getting psyched!!!!

Mark is right, get a move on Polkies!

HQ has this big bad machine that gets me all hot & bothered!!!:D

AND If you REALLY want to hear what the biggest of the SDA's can do, they got a special room all set up with some! Matt Polk invented surround sound w 2 channel speakers before anyone else had a clue!!!:D:D:D:D

[danger boy]

and to think it's only 7 month's away! Woo Hoo! :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[dorokusai]

How about you contribute some positive comments instead of sounding like a kid on a long trip.

[danger boy]

How about you contribute some positive comments instead of sounding like a kid on a long trip.

are we there yet?

are we there yet?

are we there yet?

are we there yet?

are we there yet?

are we there yet?





:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p:p

[cfrizz]

Al, ROTFLMAO!!!! Too funny.

[MillerLiteScott]

I am here. Still got to wait the 7 months. :D

[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????

[treitz3]

Well, I gotta tell y'all one thing....I can't wait to see everybody again and meet some more faces I haven't met before. I just perused through the photos of '07 PF and many great memories came back just like it was yesterday. Good tunes, good times, good food, good friends.

Even with the mini-fests going on, man it sure does seem like a long time between events. Lookin' bloody forward to new gear, faces and meeting some of the ladies of the forum and trashing Polk HQ......er, um........visiting Polk HQ.

Anybody know if Matthews house rig is still a possibility?

[dorokusai]

No, not a possibility.

[treitz3]

That bites. Does anybody know if he will be in attendance?

[dorokusai]

You'll find out on October 17th.

[ben62670]

Can we sent up tents at Polk HQ? Designated camping area?

[dorokusai]

Only if you want to be arrested.

[halo]

Working on it. If it happens it'll be me + my wife.

[halo]

Are we going to have a flea market?

Will we have designated drivers?Good questions.

[dorokusai]

I know of 2 that will be around....but it's up to them as far as availability.

[reeltrouble1]

I'm in,

As this will not be at somebody's house, looking for a hotel with or near (walking distance) to a good watering hole.

Huh? I thought it was at the factory one day and then somebody was hosting on Sat.?

RT1

[dorokusai]

Correct....he's drunk.

[dorokusai]

The current RSVP is at 37....and from the looks of those members, it's a pretty solid list. This might be the biggest Polkfest yet.....

[schwarcw]

Oh yeah! This will be a blast!

[jtgranby]

That bites. Does anybody know if he will be in attendance?


From what I understand he goes to work every day.

He was at the last Polkfest @ HQ.

JT

[danger boy]

The current RSVP is at 37....and from the looks of those members, it's a pretty solid list. This might be the biggest Polkfest yet.....

lets see if we can make it an even 50 :D

[ben62670]

I'm in

[dorokusai]

You have been added to "the list".

[MKZ]

Any chance to walk in without reservation?

[dorokusai]

Yes.....these aren't reservations, just "commitments" to attend.

[disneyjoe7]

Ok how do I get my name on that ***Attendance Roster***?

Also where are we sleeping at night?

[danger boy]

Mark, for head count purposes, I might be bringing a friend with me.. so it would be Danger Boy + 1, maybe. he won't know till the time gets closer.

[disneyjoe7]

Well I look forward to see all you guys, and gals again.

[dorokusai]

Al - No problem, I'll make note of that.

[shawn474]

Mark,
Jake (dipiazza) and I are planning on attending. Looking forward to it.

Take Care,
Shawn

[jdhdiggs]

Assuming the kid is still in Mom at that time I'll be there...

I'll be bringing myself +2

[hoosier21]

Also where are we sleeping at night?

Tent camping in Mark's back yard

[disneyjoe7]

Cool that's better then Mark bushes out front. ;)

[amulford]

I call the dog's bed...

[dorokusai]

I will electrocute anyone found in my backyard.

[amulford]

Cool, The dog sleeps inside

[MillerLiteScott]

Mark, better yet.

Lock them in a small room and pipe in El Zol. Then give them the option of electricution.:D

Scott

[dorokusai]

You have been banned from Polkfest Anthony.....I'm sorry. We'll send you a t-shirt.

Scott - Nice.....now that's an idea!

[amulford]

I can't help it the dog has more pull than you...:p

[treitz3]

Dibs on Mark's frontyard then! I can bring a moped and we can do donuts all night long. :D

[dorokusai]

I'll pick up a mini motorcycle too!

[Vr3MxStyler2k3]

I am attending this!

Thanks! :)

[Jstas]

Dibs on Mark's frontyard then! I can bring a moped and we can do donuts all night long. :D

MMMMM! Donuts!





I won't be attending the after festivities most likely. You guys can't handle me on the forums, what makes you think you can handle me in person? :eek:

[dorokusai]

For those of you that want to step up and donate something to giveaway....start sorting thru your goody boxes now. We'll have a free raffle for all the stuff collected at the Saturday event location.

[ben62670]

I will electrocute anyone found in my backyard.

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

For those of you that want to step up and donate something to giveaway....start sorting thru your goody boxes now. We'll have a free raffle for all the stuff collected at the Saturday event location.

Will do:)

[dorokusai]

I would suggest that all Polkies to update their medical and death benefits prior to attending Polkfest.