jaelu Posted January 12, 2016 Posted January 12, 2016 oh re: the cold-queue-from-hell, Internet says it was in the high 20s F / -6s C in Detroit on March 2nd 2013. it will be colder tomorrow and there will be no wall or building behind you or a roof above you for the UC (again you probably already know this).
gesselleg Posted January 12, 2016 Posted January 12, 2016 I hope you can too! you'll have a fabulous time and any suffering during the cold ass queue will be forgotten. I do hope the thing with your dad works out. there have been some prior UC queue experiences discussed elsewhere on the board. it might help your planning with pop. (although I might not realize you are already a queuing veteran for the UC from other gigs) go back to class! you'll get your phone confiscated I read the other post you made and damn was it cold. I'm scared for it haha and I've actually never had general admission tickets so don't know anything. Thanks for the tips! I know it will be a grand ol' freaking time. I wish I knew how to drive and could have a car there even though I do live 15 minutes away (driving) so I could put my stuff away instead of bothering my dad. Cps sucks so my teachers don't care if I'm on my phone
jaelu Posted January 12, 2016 Posted January 12, 2016 might have seen this already, but just in case if you're looking for GA and queuing info from some very experienced goers, I recommend the thread below, has some really helpful info including what @fluorescentadolescent just mentioned about a chair and bringing things to keep yourself occupied GA pit vs seated what to expect
gesselleg Posted January 12, 2016 Posted January 12, 2016 might have seen this already, but just in case if you're looking for GA and queuing info from some very experienced goers, I recommend the thread below, has some really helpful info including what @fluorescentadolescent just mentioned about a chair and bringing things to keep yourself occupied GA pit vs seated what to expect Actually haven't seen it. Thanks a lot!
RiverMuser Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 My friend and I are going and will be in the 300's. We're planning on getting there around an hour before doors open. Are the seats good enough to keep a coat on? I'd rather wear one layer under a heavy jacket than hope I don't sweat to death inside because of too many layers. (really irritated at myself for not getting GA in time, oh well)
gesselleg Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 My friend and I are going and will be in the 300's. We're planning on getting there around an hour before doors open. Are the seats good enough to keep a coat on? I'd rather wear one layer under a heavy jacket than hope I don't sweat to death inside because of too many layers. (really irritated at myself for not getting GA in time, oh well) I had seats in the 300s last time and I was boiling! I say bring a light layer and a jacket especially if you don't have to wait in line as long!
jaelu Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 My friend and I are going and will be in the 300's. We're planning on getting there around an hour before doors open. Are the seats good enough to keep a coat on? I'd rather wear one layer under a heavy jacket than hope I don't sweat to death inside because of too many layers. (really irritated at myself for not getting GA in time, oh well) it's been a while, but I would be in those seats for a couple of Blackhawks games so maybe this will help: I think it can be chilly for some people in the 300s. if you're normally someone who is cold all the time and always wants the thermostat turned up past 72 F, you might be ok with your coat on - unless you know you're going to be getting a lot of aerobic excercise from jumping around and warm up that way. that's just been my experience, and I tend to prefer it at 67 or the most 68 F because I get warm too easily. I'll sweat sitting in a room that's upwards of 70-72. the ice is most likely under the flooring, during hockey it might have been chillier in the UC because the ice was uncovered
jaelu Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 I had seats in the 300s last time and I was boiling! I say bring a light layer and a jacket especially if you don't have to wait in line as long! hahah we had the opposite experience then! so maybe it was because the ice was uncovered
RiverMuser Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 I had seats in the 300s last time and I was boiling! I say bring a light layer and a jacket especially if you don't have to wait in line as long! it's been a while, but I would be in those seats for a couple of Blackhawks games so maybe this will help: I think it can be chilly for some people in the 300s. if you're normally someone who is cold all the time and always wants the thermostat turned up past 72 F, you might be ok with your coat on - unless you know you're going to be getting a lot of aerobic excercise from jumping around and warm up that way. that's just been my experience, and I tend to prefer it at 67 or the most 68 F because I get warm too easily. I'll sweat sitting in a room that's upwards of 70-72. the ice is most likely under the flooring, during hockey it might have been chillier in the UC because the ice was uncovered Thanks guys! I work in 35F and under all day long so I'll probably be ok.Yes aerobic exercise is on the menu
conforming-on-a-monday Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 Does anyone have any idea how early the merch table will be open?? I have reserved tix at will-call, and last I checked doors opened at six, but I'm coming down from Milwaukee so I'm not even sure when I should head down to begin with...esp. if there isn't anything to do in the area.
gesselleg Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 hahah we had the opposite experience then! so maybe it was because the ice was uncovered yeah probably. It was really hot and reeked of beer and weed I walked out with the biggest headache Stay warm everyone!
jaelu Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 Does anyone have any idea how early the merch table will be open?? I have reserved tix at will-call, and last I checked doors opened at six, but I'm coming down from Milwaukee so I'm not even sure when I should head down to begin with...esp. if there isn't anything to do in the area. merch tables should be open as soon as patrons walk in/ doors open, during the entire gig, and after the encore before we're all kicked out by security (regular entry anyway, VIP is different)
jaelu Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 not to raise any gig anxiety, just an FYI there are a few people queuing for UC. I would die in these conditions. I would need to hire an assistant to aid me if I had to queue today. they would run for warmers for me, hold my place in line for half the time, generally be my pseudo-slave
DJ Stay Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 Have fun! It would be great to see you at a Muse gig again, but Chicago in January is not my idea of fun. Plus it's pricey for flights, hotel, etc; and we are already going to Vegas, San Diego, and LA x 2! I'll spend the $ for a bit of sunshine! You may like the warm ocean breeze but I'm all about that frigid lake breeze. I look forward to that moment when I'll get off the Green Line. The lingering smell of urine turns into the frigid breeze and a slight smell of what seems to be a hint of vinegar. I ease my worries at a local watering hole. I wake up the next morning forgetting I even saw Muse at the United Center. Sincerely, the Chicago Experience.
conforming-on-a-monday Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 On that note, does anyone know when the will call office will be open? I don't want to have to wait forever to get my tickets in a long line (Last I checked people who did GA also have to go to Will Call?).
gesselleg Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 not to raise any gig anxiety, just an FYI there are a few people queuing for UC. I would die in these conditions. I would need to hire an assistant to aid me if I had to queue today. they would run for warmers for me, hold my place in line for half the time, generally be my pseudo-slave Omg I really don't want to go! I'm procrastinating until he last possible minute. About how many people were there?
fluorescentadolescent Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 UPDATES: 13 people in line. They let us get out tickets already. I froze my fingers typing this for you all, so you're welcome lol.
jaelu Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 UPDATES: 13 people in line. They let us get out tickets already. I froze my fingers typing this for you all, so you're welcome lol. your sacrifice is duly noted and will go down in the annals of history!
Trakis Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 I posted this on reddit, but there isn't any coat check. So for us floor seat guys, it's either mosh in your jacket, or don't bring one. Unless you want to stand in back and hang on to it. Just a heads up.
jaelu Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 or how about all people about to ice fish all jumping about
matlockbruce27 Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 Might have two extra tonight if anyone wants in cheap.
jaelu Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 Might have two extra tonight if anyone wants in cheap. did you already post on Craigslist I got a few hits and sold it even though it's will call
matlockbruce27 Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 (edited) did you already post on Craigslist I got a few hits and sold it even though it's will call They're up now. I'd take $50 for both. SOLD! Woo, beer/dinner money lol Edited January 13, 2016 by matlockbruce27
jaelu Posted January 13, 2016 Posted January 13, 2016 am getting too excited for my own good driving now to say hi to the queue
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