Week 13 (Denver @ Oakland) Dec 2

[smalltowngrll]

Weed 13
Denver @ Oakland - 1:05pm PST CBS

[Hawaii_Guy]

See I know a lot of people hate going to Oakland but come on where else do we walk through the door and have a 9-3 recard since Mike has been here? It is a relaxing game we should get a win, tickets are cheap and the fans are fun to laugh at. In the past 3 seasons they have even been more respectfull then KC. So who all is down for a win?

[Meck77]

bump

[broncocalijohn]

I am all for a win Hawaii but when you had a gun pulled on you at a Faider game, getting up the nerve to go again isnt really fun. Maybe some day when there are at least 30 of us sitting together, I will go for it. Power in numbers. I love football and especially live football. I just dont want to give my life for it.

[Dr. Thunder]

I am all for a win Hawaii but when you had a gun pulled on you at a Faider game, getting up the nerve to go again isnt really fun. Maybe some day when there are at least 30 of us sitting together, I will go for it. Power in numbers. I love football and especially live football. I just dont want to give my life for it.

Wow, I was thinking about going there on Dec. 2 but my friend who lives in Oakland told me to stay away for the exact reason. This is what he said to me when I thought about it. "...I would love to see you up here but I would stongly advise you not to go to the Broncos game in Oakland. Raider fans are really tough on folks cheering for their opponents, especially the Broncos and Chiefs (their two most heated rivalrys.) "

[Los Broncos]

My buddy wants to go bad, he would bring a few friends.

Id be a little nervous going, ive heard stories, kinda scary.

I can handle myself, but why put yourself in that situation?

[Los Broncos]

Wow, I was thinking about going there on Dec. 2 but my friend who lives in Oakland told me to stay away for the exact reason. This is what he said to me when I thought about it. "...I would love to see you up here but I would stongly advise you not to go to the Broncos game in Oakland. Raider fans are really tough on folks cheering for their opponents, especially the Broncos and Chiefs (their two most heated rivalrys.) "

Same thing ive heard

[Dr. Thunder]

Same thing ive heard

I remember seeing a sign on TV last year when the Broncos visited the Raiders. It said, "$200 for a ticket, $179 for roundtrip airfare, $20 for food and beer, a Bronco Fan staying alive in Oakland, PRICELESS".

Here are the Raider fans and the Raider lady who sat behind me on Sunday. I am sure glad that I made it out alive from my section.

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n98/airone77/Raiders.jpg

[broncocalijohn]

Maybe there is a suite for rent through the raiders.com where we can cheer and be safe behind some windows/glass. But I would figure tailgatting would suck big time.

[Dr. Thunder]

Maybe there is a suite for rent through the raiders.com where we can cheer and be safe behind some windows/glass. But I would figure tailgatting would suck big time.

I agree John, we need a box suite where we can cheer without them hearing us. You can count me in if there is a box suite for rent. Just need to get another 15 people so that we can all escort each other to the arena, to the bathroom and out of the arena.

Tailgating would suck but we can always do it outside of Oakland....

[Meck77]

**** that...BLACK HOLE WITH ORANGE IN THE MIDDLE!!!!!!!!!!

I'm sure there are seats on stubhub.com

[Dr. Thunder]

**** that...BLACK HOLE WITH ORANGE IN THE MIDDLE!!!!!!!!!!

I'm sure there are seats on stubhub.com

Heck ya! We need to put Orange right in the smack middle. I looked at stubhub.com for suite tickets but there were none. E-mailed a sales rep at the Raiders office to see if there are any suites available for the game on Dec. 2....

[Los Broncos]

Heck ya! We need to put Orange right in the smack middle. I looked at stubhub.com for suite tickets but there were none. E-mailed a sales rep at the Raiders office to see if there are any suites available for the game on Dec. 2....

Ticketmaster hasn't went on sale yet, could get some half price ones.

Ill ask my buddy if he wants to go, if so im game.

[Broncochica]

I would attend if we can get a suite. cbf1

[broncocalijohn]

Heck ya! We need to put Orange right in the smack middle. I looked at stubhub.com for suite tickets but there were none. E-mailed a sales rep at the Raiders office to see if there are any suites available for the game on Dec. 2....

I emailed a sales guy in Oakland also with questions like price on suites. Seems they have some up to 24 people. I will be waiting for their response. Here is what I got from their website. Check the one on the bottom. I think it is the priority for visiting fans. This might work. I believe a separate parking lot for all suite holders. Maybe you can tailgate there too. You get three parking passes (or maybe one big orange bus....HMMM). BTW: You are nuts if you want to put orange in the middle of a huge black hole. Have you heard "circling the wagons"?
Well, here it is......
How do I purchase extra tickets?

Additional tickets can be purchased by filling out this ticket request form. Please email it to Shona Lauritano, Luxury Suites Service Manager at slauritano@raiders.com.

What is the maximum number of guests in a suite?

For a 12 to 16 size suite, it seats 12 guests but you may have up to 16 guests. For an 18 to 24 size suite, it seats 18 guests but you may have up to 24 guests. These additional guests may be invited with a purchase of a Luxury Suite Guest Ticket.

Where do I park? How much is parking?

With the purchase of your luxury suite, you are given 3 parking passes for a 12 to 16 size suite and 5 parking passes for an 18 to 24 size suite. You will park in the VIP Luxury Suite Holders Only parking which is located in lots A or B, depending on what your pass indicates.

How do I get into the stadium and into my suite?

There are two “VIP Suite Holders Only” entrances. One located on the Westside near Customer Accommodations across from Will Call and the Oakland Arena. The other “Suite Holders Only” entrance is located on the East side near the BART ramp entrance into the stadium. You may also present your luxury suite ticket at any other entrance within the stadium.

Once you get into the stadium, please present your luxury suite ticket to one of the “Luxury Suite Guest Services” employees at the Concierge Desks and they will unlock your suite.

Can I bring food and drinks into the suite?

No outside food and/or beverages are allowed in McAfee Coliseum.

What is the temperature like in the luxury suites?

All luxury suites have retractable windows so you can open and close the windows at your leisure. All West Side Suites have heaters in them as well. All East Side Suites have a thermostat so you can adjust the temperature to your personal preference.

When can we get into our suites? How long can we stay after the game?

All luxury suite holders have access into their suite three (3) hours prior to kickoff and one (1) hour after the game.

Are tickets free for children under a certain age?

Children 2 and under are free.

Are we supplied with any game day programs and/or game stats?

Game day programs are provided in all luxury suites. Game stats are distributed at halftime.

Is there a restroom in the suite?

There is a private restroom in all East Side Suites. There are restrooms in both the West Side and the East Side Club as well as restrooms located throughout the club concourse for all Westside suite holders.

Do luxury suite holders have access in any other part of the stadium?

All luxury suite holders have access to the West Side Club and the East Side Club, as well as the club concourse level. For a change of scenery, the clubs offer private bars and dining areas.

Are televisions included in the suites?

All West Side Suites have a television so you can catch every instant re-play and watch the game itself. All East Side Suites have a media wall with 4 satellite television sets so you can catch the latest NFL action.


How do you know from reading your ticket what your suite number/location is?

Each luxury suite ticket has the first letter of the suite level you are on as well as the suite number. P is for Plaza, C is Club and L is Loge. Suites L7 through L60 and C21 through C48 are on the West side. Suites P67 to P96, C67 to C96 and L67 to L96 are all located on the East side of the stadium.

Are the suites wheelchair accessible?

All East Side Suites are wheelchair accessible and all luxury suites on the West Side Club level are wheelchair accessible.

Where is Will Call?

Will Call is located between the Coliseum and the Oakland Arena across from Customer Accommodations on the West side of the stadium. For your convenience, all suite holders may use the “VIP Will Call” on the West side of the stadium or the East Side Customer Accommodations located on the BART Ramp Plaza.

Is there re-admittance?
There is no re-admittance into McAfee Coliseum.

What are the prohibited items?

This list is located in our Ticket section.

Where are the closest ATM’s?

ATM machines are located throughout the Stadium in the following locations:

Main Concourse inside the stadium behind Section 120.
Main Concourse inside entrance Gate C at Section 109.
Main Concourse inside entrance Gate D at Section 125.
West Club Concourse behind Section 218.
East Club Concourse behind Section 242.
Outside the stadium on the Plaza, between Customer Accommodations and the West Side Club Entrance.

Where is the closest First Aid?

Located at Section 109 (inside Gate C) on the Main Concourse and the Main Concourse at Section 143. If there is a medical emergency, please notify a Coliseum employee so they can contact an on-site medical team.

[Meck77]

No what is circling the wagons?

[smalltowngrll]

Suite? I don't want no stinkin' suite! I want a seat behind the Broncos bench!!! ;D I want to be able to scream my head off!! I'll just wear waterproof gear and a suit of armor and a bullet proof vest!!

[Dr. Thunder]

Suite? I don't want no stinkin' suite! I want a seat behind the Broncos bench!!! ;D I want to be able to scream my head off!! I'll just wear waterproof gear and a suit of armor and a bullet proof vest!!

Good thing sitting behind the Broncos players is if something happens, I am sure John Lynch will come to your rescue. ;)

Private bathroom in a suite.... We won't even have to step outside and get death threats while we go to the bathroom.

[Dr. Thunder]

I emailed a sales guy in Oakland also with questions like price on suites. Seems they have some up to 24 people. I will be waiting for their response. Here is what I got from their website. Check the one on the bottom. I think it is the priority for visiting fans. This might work. I believe a separate parking lot for all suite holders. Maybe you can tailgate there too. You get three parking passes (or maybe one big orange bus....HMMM). BTW: You are nuts if you want to put orange in the middle of a huge black hole. Have you heard "circling the wagons"?
Well, here it is......


Sounds good John, I inquired about the 12 person suite just in case some folks are afraid of heading up to Oaktown. Hopefully the prices are reasonable and not outrageous. We need Meck to bring OF1 into Oaktown, put bullet proof glass, reinforce the body with extra steel and have Raidersuck guard the roof.

[Hawaii_Guy]

I swear I have been there 4 times and it is not even 1/2 as bad as KC. if you are not picking a fight with someone they for the most part leave you alone. My wife and I are going with 4 other people if anyone is going to be interested in getting a row of Bronco fans, let me know.
Miles

[broncocalijohn]

Suite? I don't want no stinkin' suite! I want a seat behind the Broncos bench!!! ;D I want to be able to scream my head off!! I'll just wear waterproof gear and a suit of armor and a bullet proof vest!!

It was nice knowing you STG. I have two kids and wife. I cannot put my life on the line for a football game. "Circling the Wagons" is us frontiersmen getting surrounded by Indians. Just replace Bronco fan with frontiersmen and Indians would be replaced by Faider Drunk fan. I havent heard back from the guy yet but he emailed and told me to give him my number. If I do this, it would be morning up there on Jet Blue and back that night. Easy in, survive, then easy out? I also emailed a broncos fan that goes up there every year and stays in a suite. I will see what he says.

[broncocalijohn]

I just talked to the guy and he will email info over today. Suites are pretty expensive which comes to $263 to $313 a ticket. Next option is club level for AROUND $126 to $151 a ticket but must be bought privately (stub hub, etc) to get a group. Last option is group tickets and they have some around goal line to 5 yard line for $76 each. Individual tickets go on sale for this game at the end of the month and I dont know if they will keep a block of tickets after that for group tickets. $76 seems like a great price compared to Denver and of course San Deigo. Safety in numbers. Minimum is 20 people but 50 seems to be more secure! Of course getting that many is going to be tough. Also, tailgatting is on the open market. That is where it could get nutso. I am sure tailgatting near Spike would give us respect as they come out and tailgate with Barrelman and Hat Man Jay. Who knows. Maybe getting an interest list would be needed here. Include Faider fans as we need as many as possible to make group. Friendly Faider fans a plus.

[smalltowngrll]

Yeah, you can pretty much count me out of this one! I'd love to go since it's not too far for me, but since I'm trying for the Monday nighter on the week of Thanksgiving and the Birthday game on the 9th, this would be right in the middle and would make funds a little tight! Especially if I'm planning on attending our playoff games in January!!! ;D

[Los Broncos]

Nearest first aid?

Your a funny dude John

[Dr. Thunder]

Yeah, you can pretty much count me out of this one! I'd love to go since it's not too far for me, but since I'm trying for the Monday nighter on the week of Thanksgiving and the Birthday game on the 9th, this would be right in the middle and would make funds a little tight! Especially if I'm planning on attending our playoff games in January!!! ;D

Count you out??. We need you in Oaktown!. I will cover your game ticket, just hop in that car and drive down!

[Dr. Thunder]

Next option is club level for AROUND $126 to $151 a ticket but must be bought privately (stub hub, etc) to get a group. Last option is group tickets and they have some around goal line to 5 yard line for $76 each.

Thanks for the info John. I got a call from them this morning and they said the same prices too.

The tickets that are on Club Level for $126 - $151 aren't suites right?. $76 is a good price near the 5 yard line. We should get an interest list going just to see how many Maners are interested.

[Hawaii_Guy]

I am going to need 6 to this one so we can start the list at that...

[Los Broncos]

I'm down if the price is right

[smalltowngrll]

Tickets go on sale for this game on Friday 9/28 at 10am pacific time. Be there at the time they go on sale and you could end up getting them at face.

If you have a pre-sale password (not sure how you get one) then you can purchase them on ticketmaster right now.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C003F03DE136C51?artistid=805994&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=8

[Meck77]

All the inside info you need on the raiders can be found at www.raiderfans.net

I tailgated with some of their mods and even admin I believe a couple years ago. They stopped by. They aren't savages....lol

Don't believe the hype.

[CBF1]

Hummmmmmm Looks more promising now. Chica and I were invited by her Sister and brother-in-law to attend. Can't say no to family..... can I? ROFL!

[broncocalijohn]

I believe the Faiders will still hold onto some group section seats. Maybe near the 5 yard line. Getting a group is the way to go not buying individually through tickmaster. Hawaii guy needs 6 but i think it takes 20 for group.

[broncofan2438]

Lynchmob, let me know if you want to go, i might cruiz up with you (or anyone else from the LA area

[Los Broncos]

Like i said im down

[Dr. Thunder]

Like i said im down

I am down too, but I agree with John, we need 20 at least.

[Los Broncos]

I am down too, but I agree with John, we need 20 at least.

We will also need some guns, ak-47, tech nines and some ammo.

[broncocalijohn]

i am 50/50 on this one. We have to get more than the 9 that looks like wants to show up. If we get another 6, we might have to start getting serious.

[Dr. Thunder]

i am 50/50 on this one. We have to get more than the 9 that looks like wants to show up. If we get another 6, we might have to start getting serious.

Hmmm, no posts in the last month.....I guess no trip to Oaktown....

[Dr. Thunder]

i am 50/50 on this one. We have to get more than the 9 that looks like wants to show up. If we get another 6, we might have to start getting serious.

Okay this game is coming up and I thought I would try one more time to see if anyone was interested in going. My soure up in Oakland tells me that the games have been pretty sad since Faiders are on a 5 game losing streak.

Maybe they can get us that box suite for cheap John?. Anyways, anyone interested?.

[Los Broncos]

Okay this game is coming up and I thought I would try one more time to see if anyone was interested in going. My soure up in Oakland tells me that the games have been pretty sad since Faiders are on a 5 game losing streak.

Maybe they can get us that box suite for cheap John?. Anyways, anyone interested?.

I'm down to go, but i have to be back to work Monday morning.

[Dr. Thunder]

I'm down to go, but i have to be back to work Monday morning.

Southwest Airlines just started their route from LAX to SFO for $59 one way for December 2nd. With gas prices these days in LA / OC, its easier to just fly up there.

I have 3 on my side that are willing to go....

[broncofan2438]

Southwest Airlines just started their route from LAX to SFO for $59 one way for December 2nd. With gas prices these days in LA / OC, its easier to just fly up there.

I have 3 on my side that are willing to go....

Might be a good idea bud. Let me know if you can get that suite, or whatever. Also who is going to fly, ill try to get on with some of you

[broncofan2438]

Ok people, got the low down as of today.
Southwest from LAX to Oakland is $54 there and we can get in as early as 8:30am on Sunday Dec 2nd.
Going back is $71-$91 depending on when you want to leave.

Southwest from LAX to San Fran is $39 there
Again $71-$91 back depending on when you want to leave

Lets get this going

[Dr. Thunder]

Might be a good idea bud. Let me know if you can get that suite, or whatever. Also who is going to fly, ill try to get on with some of you

Interest List Count with number of people:

Broncosfan116.......2
Lynch...................1
Broncosfan2438......4

[broncofan2438]

Actually I may have 3-4 people

[Los Broncos]

Southwest Airlines just started their route from LAX to SFO for $59 one way for December 2nd. With gas prices these days in LA / OC, its easier to just fly up there.

I have 3 on my side that are willing to go....

Id rather drive, that way after the game i can just take off on home.

Should i check ticketmaster for a ticket?

[broncofan2438]

Lynchmob, its much better to fly. You can get a flight out right after the game. Let me know

[Dr. Thunder]

Id rather drive, that way after the game i can just take off on home.

Should i check ticketmaster for a ticket?

Don't check ticketmaster just yet.... Just want to gain an interest list to see how many people are interested. I know that I can secure about 15 tickets for around $49.00 a piece and seats are in the upper section.

As far as the suite goes, the Faiders rep said its about $4,600 for the smallest suite which holds about 15. He also said if the suite doesn't work out, he would be happy to discuss group tickets.

[broncofan2438]

Don't check ticketmaster just yet.... Just want to gain an interest list to see how many people are interested. I know that I can secure about 15 tickets for around $49.00 a piece and seats are in the upper section.

As far as the suite goes, the Faiders rep said its about $4,600 for the smallest suite which holds about 15. He also said if the suite doesn't work out, he would be happy to discuss group tickets.

Sounds like a plan 116. Lets get it going. Any idea on where to tailgate without getting shot?

[broncofan2438]

Any ideas, any more people going? no..................

[Dr. Thunder]

Any ideas, any more people going? no..................

So far only 7 to 8 people in total. I wonder where HawaiiGuy is since he said start with 6 on his side... hmmm....

[broncofan2438]

So is 7-8 people good or what? When would you know for sure so i can get airfare? Tickets?

[broncocalijohn]

I am still a maybe as I think the bday party will be the following week. I would not come in until Sunday though if I can get it. I will be checking out this coming week. Maybe United has some efare deals going on. I will post whatever airfare is found out of LAX, Long Beach or John Wayne.

[broncofan2438]

BCJ- Southwest has great deals, like $39 one way from LAX on Sunday. I am also thinking about making this game and will be doing a one-dayer

[Dr. Thunder]

So is 7-8 people good or what? When would you know for sure so i can get airfare? Tickets?

Its getting real close to Dec. 2 so lets start posting airfare and get an idea of how much all of this will cost us. I heard that Virgin America which just started its route to the Bay Area is cheap too.

[broncofan2438]

Its getting real close to Dec. 2 so lets start posting airfare and get an idea of how much all of this will cost us. I heard that Virgin America which just started its route to the Bay Area is cheap too.

I am most likely going to fly Southwest, its easy and cheap. Juast need to figure out tickets, so lets get it going

[Dr. Thunder]

I am most likely going to fly Southwest, its easy and cheap. Juast need to figure out tickets, so lets get it going

I just e-mailed the Faiders Rep again to see how much group tickets would cost. There is a smaller suite called the Hall of Fame suite which isn't as extensive as the bigger suites. This includes in-suite restroom, full buffet, sliding window, etc.

Trying to get a quote on how much that suite will cost per person.

[broncofan2438]

Ok sounds good let me know

[Dr. Thunder]

Ok sounds good let me know

Okay, so this is the scoop from the Faiders rep...

It appears that the Hall of Fame suite holds 96 people but its $325 per ticket which is out of the question. They can do group tickets in the stadium but the minimum is 20 people.

Stubhub has tickets for however amount of tickets we need and those I am sure tickets can be purchased a week or so before the game on Stubhub. So, lets keep the interest list going until we have a final number.

[broncofan2438]

Okay, so this is the scoop from the Faiders rep...

It appears that the Hall of Fame suite holds 96 people but its $325 per ticket which is out of the question. They can do group tickets in the stadium but the minimum is 20 people.

Stubhub has tickets for however amount of tickets we need and those I am sure tickets can be purchased a week or so before the game on Stubhub. So, lets keep the interest list going until we have a final number.

When is the earliest you can let me know. I know its a couple weeks away, but I need to know whats going on with tickets so we can all sit together

[broncofan2438]

Just checked airfare and it went up in price a little, so asap would be great

[Dr. Thunder]

When is the earliest you can let me know. I know its a couple weeks away, but I need to know whats going on with tickets so we can all sit together

I just looked at Stubhub again and there are plenty of seats for 10 - 15 people together. So, I think the interest list so far is this....

Broncosfan116.....2
Broncofan2438.....4 ??
Lynchmob...........1
Calijohn..............1 (Not sure if he can make it yet)

What happened to HawaiiGuy?. I noticed in an earlier post that he was looking for 6 but that past was months ago. Anyone else who is interested in going, post a message so we can include you in our group.

[broncofan2438]

Just sent HawaiGuy a message, but airfare is going up

[Dr. Thunder]

Just sent HawaiGuy a message, but airfare is going up

I actually just spoke to HawaiiGuy by phone (Nice Maner btw..) and he says to put him down for 4 tickets. So here is the total so far.

Broncosfan116.....2
Broncofan2438.....4 ??
Lynchmob...........1
Calijohn..............1 (Not sure if he can make it yet)
HawaiiGuy...........4

I would say we should start booking our plane tickets since either way, it will be at least 10. As far as the game tickets, Stubhub has tickets for 10 - 15 people together for around $33.00 in the upper section.

[broncofan2438]

Cool, do we all want to get the same flight or does that not work for everyone? Also, i would like to sit near the Broncos sideline or tunnel, anyone else?

[Dr. Thunder]

Cool, do we all want to get the same flight or does that not work for everyone? Also, i would like to sit near the Broncos sideline or tunnel, anyone else?

I would get your own flight since everyone seems to be coming in at different times and days. Also, we can't get 10 tickets together near the lower section unless we pay $150 a person. The places that I have found 10 tickets together are in Section 346.

[broncofan2438]

What if the seats are broken up, like 6 and 4 or whatever. And how are we going to get the seats at one time?

[Dr. Thunder]

What if the seats are broken up, like 6 and 4 or whatever. And how are we going to get the seats at one time?

The seats are not broken up, they are all seated together. Found another Section which is 306 at $45.00 a piece.

[Hawaii_Guy]

Sorry all for falling off the map. Work and Travel has been Crazy!!! 13 states in 18 days. Then wife and I have put off getting these tickets because they are always easy to come by. I have a buddy comming up from LA with me for this game so we are for sure down for 4 tickets. On another note if anyone is interested in comming to denver for the KC game let me know I still have those two tickets. BroncosFan116 just let me know and I can get you the funds asap. If we dont get group tickets va the raiders we still should get the stubhub tickets together and have a Broncos Mob there.

[broncofan2438]

Sounds good for the Stubhub deal. Sounds like Lynchmob is out. How and when are most of you getting there?
Where to tailgate?

[broncofan2438]

Real quick, has anyone been to a home faiders game? Any pics? What is it like?

[Dr. Thunder]

Sounds good for the Stubhub deal. Sounds like Lynchmob is out. How and when are most of you getting there?
Where to tailgate?

I plan on getting the Stubhub tickets this week and will collect the funds when we get things sorted out. Lynchmob is out?. No way!

[broncofan2438]

I plan on getting the Stubhub tickets this week and will collect the funds when we get things sorted out. Lynchmob is out?. No way!

Ok sounds good, ill let you know a definate number of people in the next few days

[Dr. Thunder]

Ok sounds good, ill let you know a definate number of people in the next few days

I found 10 tickets together on the sideline on the Broncos side. Its on Field Level 135, Row 31. Price per ticket is around $95.00 (including service fee).

Is that too pricey for you guys and should I just stick with the $35.00 tickets?. Respond here..

[smalltowngrll]

Sounds like a LOT of fun you guys! really wish I could make the drive down for this one...but, I can't take that Monday off of work!

You all can say you saw us beat the Raiders at the start of Russell's era! Ha!

[Hawaii_Guy]

Real quick, has anyone been to a home faiders game? Any pics? What is it like?

I have and it is not as bad as people say it is. I like the upper level better because there are more Bronco fans there. So I think the $35 tickets would be better. KC fans are worse by a lot. Some of the rraider fans are funny but if you show them respect they will show it back unlike kc.

[Dr. Thunder]

Sounds like a LOT of fun you guys! really wish I could make the drive down for this one...but, I can't take that Monday off of work!

You all can say you saw us beat the Raiders at the start of Russell's era! Ha!

Awwww, thats a bummer! Rent a car from Seattle and leave it in Oakland. Hop on a flight back to Seattle from Oakland. Air fare is like $131 one way. :D

[broncofan2438]

Trying to get final touches on this here. What is the deal for tickets and tailgating. If i fly into SF what is the best way to get to the stadium and are any of you meeting before gametime, tailgating or just going in?

[broncofan2438]

Had two people bail out on me, so 2 still a maybe

[broncofan2438]

Ok, sorry to keep being a pain in the ass, but i may have three now. But again i would like to know about tickets because airfare is going up and would like to have some spending money

[Hawaii_Guy]

BroncosFan2438 If you need a ride to the stadium just let me know. IM me and my wife and I can pick you up. Our hotel is right near the SFO airport

[broncofan2438]

Ok cool thanks

[Dr. Thunder]

Ok, sorry to keep being a pain in the ass, but i may have three now. But again i would like to know about tickets because airfare is going up and would like to have some spending money

According to HawaiiGuy, I am targeting the $35.00 tickets and will probably have a total of 10. However, I need to know a final count by Friday as I plan on purchasing these tickets.

Go ahead and book your airfare as I am booking my trip tomorrow.

[broncofan2438]

Sounds good 116

[Dr. Thunder]

Trying to get final touches on this here. What is the deal for tickets and tailgating. If i fly into SF what is the best way to get to the stadium and are any of you meeting before gametime, tailgating or just going in?

I think we should find a local sports bar before game time either near the airport or outside of SF (San Mateo, Daly City, etc). Also, here is the list of attendees so far:

Broncosfan116......2
HawaiiGuy............4
Broncofan2438......3

Anyone else??

Total of 9 people so far. Is there any one else that is interested in joining us?. Safety in numbers!

[broncofan2438]

I think we should find a local sports bar before game time either near the airport or outside of SF (San Mateo, Daly City, etc). Also, here is the list of attendees so far:

Broncosfan116......2
HawaiiGuy............4
Broncofan2438......3

Anyone else??

Total of 9 people so far. Is there any one else that is interested in joining us?. Safety in numbers!

Ok, so no one is tailgating then?

Anyone doing stuff the night before?

[broncofan2438]

Hopefully there will be other Bronco fans around

[Dr. Thunder]

Hopefully there will be other Bronco fans around

I am probably going to get the 10 tickets but it looks like we only have a total of 7 people going so far since I haven't seen anyone else with interest.

Broncosfan116.....2
HawaiiGuy...........2
Broncofan2438.....3

Should I get the 10 assuming people will join us or should I just get 8 tickets?.

[broncofan2438]

If I were you I would get 10 just in case. There are always stragelers. I just bought my flight. I am flying SouthWest and getting in Sunday at 9am, and leaving that night at 9pm. We are flying into Oakland, I asked Hawaii guy if he could pick us up, but not sure what everyone is doing?

[broncofan2438]

Did you get tickets yet 116?

[Dr. Thunder]

Did you get tickets yet 116?

Not quite yet but I was wondering if you think you will bring more than 3?.

[broncofan2438]

Not at this point, thats why I think you may be better off at ten. I have some friends in the area and they are just not sure. 2 is for sure because we just bought air fare and the other which makes 3 lives in Santa Clara is 50/50

[Dr. Thunder]

Not at this point, thats why I think you may be better off at ten. I have some friends in the area and they are just not sure. 2 is for sure because we just bought air fare and the other which makes 3 lives in Santa Clara is 50/50

Okay. I just hope that we have 10 because I don't want to be left with 3 extra tickets if we can't find anyone.

[broncofan2438]

What is the deal before the game?
Tailgate?
Bar?

[Dr. Thunder]

What is the deal before the game?
Tailgate?
Bar?

I doubt there will be a tailgate, maybe a bar somewhere. 9 Tickets have been bought from Stubhub. Wouldn't let me get 10 for some reason.

Here is the breakdown.

Broncosfan116.....2
HawaiiGuy...........2
Broncofan2438.....3
Empty................2

Price per each ticket is $43.

[broncofan2438]

Where are the seats at

[Dr. Thunder]

Where are the seats at

Seats are in Section 347. Upper section, 30 yard line.

[broncofan2438]

Cool thanks for getting that going. Will give you $ when we get there. Just let me know what is going on before the game.

[Dr. Thunder]

Cool thanks for getting that going. Will give you $ when we get there. Just let me know what is going on before the game.

Definitely. I am just concerned about the two extra tickets we have. We need two more die hard BRONCO fans!

[broncocalijohn]

I just looked up flight from LAX and found one going there in the early morning and flying out at 8PM Sunday for $202. I can get promotional efare discounts of $100 for $20 so total flight would be $122. If i can wing it, I will take one of those tickets. So i assume you bought them already? No try for lower yardage tickets? Anyone else coming from LAX? Efares through united has great fares to fly on Sat. and fly out Monday. Personally, I want to get the hell out of that 3rd worst unsafest town asap. Probably the unsafest on any given Sunday! I will let you guys know on the status. Havent heard on Lynch lately on this one. If i go, i owuld need a partner for protection and Lynch has good size. Dont forget your black sweat shirt when going to the concession stand or bathroom.

[broncofan2438]

Yea calijohn, he already bought the ten tickets, I am going from LAX 7am.
Talk to Lynch, get him to come

[broncocalijohn]

Yea calijohn, he already bought the ten tickets, I am going from LAX 7am.
Talk to Lynch, get him to come

i looked up a flight on united around 7:30am. If you havent got your flight yet, the $202 charge might be knocked down to $102 (plus the $20 for the promotional $100 code). I am trying to warm up the misses on this one but she isnt happy that i am also going to the XMAS eve game before heading out to AZ after the game. Let me know on the flight so i can get you the discount from united.

[broncofan2438]

You better make it calijohn so i can give you my chugger friends money

[broncofan2438]

we need you there calijohn

[Sassy]

It was nice knowing you guys...

[broncocalijohn]

the flight promotion is over so i wont be able to make it. I cannot afford $202 for a flight for just the day. If i see another chance at a cheap flight, I will go for it.

[Dr. Thunder]

I just looked up flight from LAX and found one going there in the early morning and flying out at 8PM Sunday for $202. I can get promotional efare discounts of $100 for $20 so total flight would be $122. If i can wing it, I will take one of those tickets. So i assume you bought them already? No try for lower yardage tickets? Anyone else coming from LAX? Efares through united has great fares to fly on Sat. and fly out Monday. Personally, I want to get the hell out of that 3rd worst unsafest town asap. Probably the unsafest on any given Sunday! I will let you guys know on the status. Havent heard on Lynch lately on this one. If i go, i owuld need a partner for protection and Lynch has good size. Dont forget your black sweat shirt when going to the concession stand or bathroom.

I thought you weren't going?. Yes, I bought the game tickets already and there were no tickets that sat 10 together in the lower sections. Besides, they were over $100 a piece. I am actually leaving on Friday night from LAX but flying to SFO since its cheaper. Take a look at Virgin America flying between LAX and SFO. If you need a ride, let me know.
Lynch won't be able to make it unfortunately, I wanted him too for protection.

Safety in Numbers!!

[broncofan2438]

I thought you weren't going?. Yes, I bought the game tickets already and there were no tickets that sat 10 together in the lower sections. Besides, they were over $100 a piece. I am actually leaving on Friday night from LAX but flying to SFO since its cheaper. Take a look at Virgin America flying between LAX and SFO. If you need a ride, let me know.
Lynch won't be able to make it unfortunately, I wanted him too for protection.

Safety in Numbers!!

Well fortunately and unfortunately my other buddy coming with me is a Faiders fan, and is huge. Feeling safe is better than feeling like josa, josb, carlos and raul looking like they might cap you.

[Dr. Thunder]

Well fortunately and unfortunately my other buddy coming with me is a Faiders fan, and is huge. Feeling safe is better than feeling like josa, josb, carlos and raul looking like they might cap you.

Your bringing a Faiders fan with you?. How could you include him in our Maner group?. Now I really feel unsafe! Sassy was right..Nice knowing all of us!

[broncofan2438]

Its all good man, relax

[Jana®]

Brave souls. Don't forget your pepper spray and body armor!

[broncofan2438]

Oh c'mon people, dont freak me out. Its my first time going and I would like to go with good thoughts.

[smalltowngrll]

You all should be fine. It's mostly hype and if you go in there just like any other fan and be a fan and don't get all pig headed, you guys should be just fine!

Most of the ones that say you shouldn't go are the ones that have never been to Oakland for a game. Look at what those who have been to a game there have said. Actually, I think Hawaii Guy has been. And pull up some of the threads from previous years games.

See this thread.... here (http://www.orangemane.com/BB/showthread.php?t=40399)

And this thread...Here (http://www.orangemane.com/BB/showthread.php?t=24929)

Those that have actually been do NOT have horror stories to tell!

[broncofan2438]

Thanks STG, that makes me feel a lot better. I am hoping to have fun and well, hope we come out with a win
GO BRONCOS

[Dr. Thunder]

Thanks STG, that makes me feel a lot better. I am hoping to have fun and well, hope we come out with a win
GO BRONCOS

Yeah, I feel better now too, thanks STG.

I hope Broncocalijohn can join us because we still have two tickets available....

[smalltowngrll]

I'm going to be looking for you guys on TV!!! ;D

[Dr. Thunder]

I'm going to be looking for you guys on TV!!! ;D

You should be there with all of us!. Are you sure you can't take a flight from Seattle to Oakland or San Francisco and back on Sunday?.

SEA 8:30a SFO 10:47a
SFO 9:18p SEA 11:19p

$209 on Alaska Airlines roundtrip

[broncofan2438]

Yeah, I feel better now too, thanks STG.

I hope Broncocalijohn can join us because we still have two tickets available....

Hey 116 did you try and post anywhere else? Some just don't come into the tailgate section. I am sure there are more to come

[Dr. Thunder]

Hey 116 did you try and post anywhere else? Some just don't come into the tailgate section. I am sure there are more to come

No I didn't post anywhere else. Can you help me out?.

[broncofan2438]

No I didn't post anywhere else. Can you help me out?.

Yea ill try. Got a lot going on this week before i get out of town. I have finals coming up, and work, work , work.
Also, did you find out what we are going to do before the game? I would like to go in early to watch them warmup, and maybe some autographs.

[Dr. Thunder]

Yea ill try. Got a lot going on this week before i get out of town. I have finals coming up, and work, work , work.
Also, did you find out what we are going to do before the game? I would like to go in early to watch them warmup, and maybe some autographs.

I am not quite sure yet but I will have that sorted out soon. Just want to make sure that these tickets go to use and not have to waste $90 worth of empty seats.

[Sassy]

I see John hasn't told you his horror stories yet ;D

[broncofan2438]

Cmon Sassy, really, did you have to go and ruin it for me!

[Dr. Thunder]

I see John hasn't told you his horror stories yet ;D

What kind of story was it or should we have John tell us?.....

[broncofan2438]

What are ya all wearing, I am hearing mixed things

[Sassy]

What kind of story was it or should we have John tell us?.....

It had to do with fader fans and guns.

[smalltowngrll]

Really, they'll be fine. Again...everyone that has really been to this stadium has come back and said how much things are blown out of proportion. You have to go into any opponents stadium with a little respsect and they will have no problem with you. Maybe a little heckling, as we give that to opponents when they come to Invesco, but that should be the jist of it.

[broncofan2438]

STG is making me feel better each and every day.

116-any idea on meeing up before gametime

[Hawaii_Guy]

Everyone should email Broncos Billy and find out what he wants to do before the game and talk him into comming. I am offering him a hotel bed and to be his driver. He needs to shake his loosing streak off. Let the emails begin..

[broncofan2438]

I hear ya, Get your ass to the game BroncoBilly!

Hey 116, you will be glad to hear that I most likely have a couple people interested in the remaining tickets.

GO BRONCOS

[Bronco Billy]

Everyone should email Broncos Billy and find out what he wants to do before the game and talk him into comming. I am offering him a hotel bed and to be his driver. He needs to shake his loosing streak off. Let the emails begin..

I don't know what made go into this thread in the first place, but happened to see my name!

For the sake of actually looking, I did check the flights on Expedia and have no idea where you see $199. I checked LAX, Oakland, and SF and the cheapest I found was $360 a ticket. I saw one flight that left at 8PM Sunday night and arrived at 5:30AM. In all honesty, there's really no way for me to make this one. Monday is the first business day of the month and I have no chance of getting it off right now.

Thanks for the offer, I do appreciate it. Right now, I am still really damn miserable.

[Dr. Thunder]

I don't know what made go into this thread in the first place, but happened to see my name!

For the sake of actually looking, I did check the flights on Expedia and have no idea where you see $199. I checked LAX, Oakland, and SF and the cheapest I found was $360 a ticket. I saw one flight that left at 8PM Sunday night and arrived at 5:30AM. In all honesty, there's really no way for me to make this one. Monday is the first business day of the month and I have no chance of getting it off right now.

Thanks for the offer, I do appreciate it. Right now, I am still really damn miserable.

First off, you should come and join us at the game!. You will definitely have a blast. Take a look at Virgin America which is around $218 round trip on the same day. Also, take a look at Kayak.com which does a search on all airlines. Forget Expedia, those are too expensive!.

[Dr. Thunder]

I hear ya, Get your ass to the game BroncoBilly!

Hey 116, you will be glad to hear that I most likely have a couple people interested in the remaining tickets.

GO BRONCOS

Sweet, thanks for working on the two tickets for me. I think we should meet up at a sports bar somewhere outside of SF. What do you all think?. Also, I am planning on taking the BART over to Oakland instead of driving. Are you guys planning on driving there or taking the BART?.

[broncofan2438]

First, what is the BART? and how early should we get to the game? I fly into Oakland at 9am

[Dr. Thunder]

First, what is the BART? and how early should we get to the game? I fly into Oakland at 9am

The BART is called the Bay Area Rapid Transit system which is a subway which runs from San Francisco Airport, the city and all the way beyond Oakland. The BART also stops in front of Mcafee Stadium as well. Take a look at the link below. I believe the airport shares the same BART station as Mcafee Stadium.

http://www.bart.gov/stations/stationGuide/stationOverview.asp

The game is at 1:15pm and I plan on getting to the game around 12:30pm.

HawaiiGuy has a car but I am not sure where he is staying at....

[smalltowngrll]

The BART is called the Bay Area Rapid Transit system which is a subway which runs from San Francisco Airport, the city and all the way beyond Oakland. The BART also stops in front of Mcafee Stadium as well. Take a look at the link below. I believe the airport shares the same BART station as Mcafee Stadium.

http://www.bart.gov/stations/stationGuide/stationOverview.asp

The game is at 1:15pm and I plan on getting to the game around 12:30pm.

HawaiiGuy has a car but I am not sure where he is staying at....

Getting there 45 minutes before the game leaves no time to tailgate. Are you guys planning on tailgating at all, or just showing for game. Also, remember to allow time for parking (if you guys park) and walking to the stadium from where you park, get off the bus or whatever. Then, finding your seats. Don't want to miss kick off!!

[broncofan2438]

Getting there 45 minutes before the game leaves no time to tailgate. Are you guys planning on tailgating at all, or just showing for game. Also, remember to allow time for parking (if you guys park) and walking to the stadium from where you park, get off the bus or whatever. Then, finding your seats. Don't want to miss kick off!!

I totally agree, we need to get there way before that. i might just meet up with you 116 to get my tickets and then head over earlier. I want to see them warm up

[Dr. Thunder]

I totally agree, we need to get there way before that. i might just meet up with you 116 to get my tickets and then head over earlier. I want to see them warm up

Okay, STG has a good point and 45 minutes is pushing it. I will send a PM tomorrow to HawaiiGuy and yourself know where I will be (sports bar somewhere in SF) on Sunday morning and how to contact me.

[broncofan2438]

Sounds good, but why you trying to be in SF at a bar?

What you people going to wear?

[Dr. Thunder]

Sounds good, but why you trying to be in SF at a bar?

What you people going to wear?

I am staying in SF and will catch the BART from SF to Oakland. Wearing my grey and black shirt. What about you?

[broncofan2438]

Are you serious? Your not going to wear anything Broncos?

[Dr. Thunder]

Are you serious? Your not going to wear anything Broncos?

Of course not, I am not wearing any grey, silver or black. Not quite sure what I am wearing yet. I want to make it out alive when I leave Mcafee Stadium.

[broncofan2438]

I have been hearing mixed feelings. I am wearing Javon's with a orange beanie.

Most likely I will have a buddy pick me up from the airport. But again, I would like to get to the stadium early. Do you know when the gates open?

[Dr. Thunder]

I have been hearing mixed feelings. I am wearing Javon's with a orange beanie.

Most likely I will have a buddy pick me up from the airport. But again, I would like to get to the stadium early. Do you know when the gates open?

Nice! Javon should be able to play more on Sunday. Stadium gates open at 11:15am. You need to meet me before that so that I can give you the tickets. I PM'd HawaiiGuy asking him where he wants to meet before the game so I will keep you posted.

BTW, should I hold onto the two extra tickets for you?.

[broncofan2438]

Ok, so are you definately not going to tailgate or go early to the game?
I'm kind of confused as to what you want to do here.
If my flight gets in at 9, why don't you just head towards the stadium and we can meet up.

[Dr. Thunder]

Ok, so are you definately not going to tailgate or go early to the game?
I'm kind of confused as to what you want to do here.
If my flight gets in at 9, why don't you just head towards the stadium and we can meet up.

Let me see what HawaiiGuy is up to and see where we can meet before the game. Where do you live in LA?. Maybe we can meet up before I leave on Friday night and I can give you the tickets.

[Hawaii_Guy]

I'm still picking you up still right 2438? Somewhere neer the OAK airport would be good or we could just meet up in the parking lot and do a small tailgate party. Pick some beer and stuff. I could make sure that Avis gives me a SUV type of car But if someone is driving to the game a grill or something could be fun.
Again the fans there are not as bad some of the other places I have been. I have been here 4 times and have seen wins and losses. Miami and KC are both far worse. Just show them respect and ignore the dumb asses and dont act like a dumbass, and it will all be good.
I am going just like I did all 11 other games, in my orange shorts, Bronco clogs, Cutler Jersey, and a old style Bronco helmet. My wife will have the orange shoes and Lynch jersey.
If we meet up before the game we could all get the tickets then and walk in together.

[Dr. Thunder]

I'm still picking you up still right 2438? Somewhere neer the OAK airport would be good or we could just meet up in the parking lot and do a small tailgate party. Pick some beer and stuff. I could make sure that Avis gives me a SUV type of car But if someone is driving to the game a grill or something could be fun.
Again the fans there are not as bad some of the other places I have been. I have been here 4 times and have seen wins and losses. Miami and KC are both far worse. Just show them respect and ignore the dumb asses and dont act like a dumbass, and it will all be good.
I am going just like I did all 11 other games, in my orange shorts, Bronco clogs, Cutler Jersey, and a old style Bronco helmet. My wife will have the orange shoes and Lynch jersey.
If we meet up before the game we could all get the tickets then and walk in together.

I am cool with the small tailgate party and meet you guys there. So we are going to rule out the sports bar idea then right??....

[broncofan2438]

I would say that the HawaiiGuy idea is the best so far. I will let you know if i need a ride by friday. The other people that are coming are from Santa Clara, so if i can get them to pick me up that would probably be easier on you, although i do appreciate it.
As for 116, if that is the plan, then we don't have to meet up in LA to exchange tickets for money, i can just get them on Sunday.
I get in a 9:30am, just let me know and we can go from there
GO BRONCOS

[Hawaii_Guy]

Is anyone driving that can bring a Grill?

[Dr. Thunder]

I would say that the HawaiiGuy idea is the best so far. I will let you know if i need a ride by friday. The other people that are coming are from Santa Clara, so if i can get them to pick me up that would probably be easier on you, although i do appreciate it.
As for 116, if that is the plan, then we don't have to meet up in LA to exchange tickets for money, i can just get them on Sunday.
I get in a 9:30am, just let me know and we can go from there
GO BRONCOS

Just talked to HawaiiGuy by phone and he gave me the instructions on where the parking lot is and where he wants to hold the small tailgating party at. The walk is about .75 miles from the parking lot to the stadium.

So you want all 4 tickets right?. 2 for you and the 2 extra ones?.

[broncofan2438]

Yea, so far as of now, I have two. One for my buddy and I who are flying up Sunday morning. And the other two are for my friends that live in santa clara.
HawaiiGuy-I can see if my friend can bring a little grill. Should be a good day weather wise, about 60 degrees give or take

[broncofan2438]

Do we know what part of the parkin lot we will be in?
Should I just go straight there from airport?

[Dr. Thunder]

Do we know what part of the parkin lot we will be in?
Should I just go straight there from airport?

According to HawaiiGuy, the parking lot is not the Mcafee Stadium parking lot. Basically, the parking lot is on a street about a mile away from the stadium. It is best that we walk in a big group to the game since the walk will be about 20 - 25 minutes and hopefully we won't draw much attention.

[broncofan2438]

According to HawaiiGuy, the parking lot is not the Mcafee Stadium parking lot. Basically, the parking lot is on a street about a mile away from the stadium. It is best that we walk in a big group to the game since the walk will be about 20 - 25 minutes and hopefully we won't draw much attention.

Ok. What is the total count on tickets and people again?

Why park so far. Its leaving that most people are drunk by that time. And when the Broncos win, it may stir trouble

[CBF1]

Really, they'll be fine. Again...everyone that has really been to this stadium has come back and said how much things are blown out of proportion. You have to go into any opponents stadium with a little respsect and they will have no problem with you. Maybe a little heckling, as we give that to opponents when they come to Invesco, but that should be the jist of it.


So you went to a Bronco game in Los Angeles when the faiders were here in LA??? By your comments I am calling BS and say you never did..... You have NO clue. I did and almost got shanked by the tattoo'd gang bangers that infest the faider games here. Sorry, just being real from experience.:thumbsup:

[Dr. Thunder]

Ok. What is the total count on tickets and people again?

Why park so far. Its leaving that most people are drunk by that time. And when the Broncos win, it may stir trouble

Total count on tickets is 9.

Broncosfan116.....2
HawaiiGuy...........3
Broncosfan2368...4

I would agree about parking far but that is where HawaiiGuy parks when he goes there. If we went to a sports bar, at least it will be safe and we can just go straight to the game after the bar.

[CBF1]

You are all going to DIE :)

[Sassy]

You are all going to DIE :)

Like I said earlier...it was good knowing ya! :P

[broncofan2438]

CBF and Sassy, you are unbelievable. Why would you want to wish that upon us? What kind of Broncos fans are you?

[CBF1]

CBF and Sassy, you are unbelievable. Why would you want to wish that upon us? What kind of Broncos fans are you?

I will not speak for Sassy, But I am a SMART and realistic fan:kiss:

[smalltowngrll]

Who has NEVER been to a game in Oakland??!! :P


About parking so far... I don't know how parking works in Oakland, but if it's anything like Denver, if you aren't there early before the gates open, you can't park close anyway. And, typically most of the lots that are close are for those who have pre-purchased parking passes.

Since Hawaii Guy has been to games in Oakland, I'd go with what he's experienced and then maybe do a lot of observations so that next year when we all decide to head out for the game you guys can give us some great direction! I think it would be great to get a group together for this game as an away game...but, maybe we'll start the planning for it when the schedule comes out!

[broncofan2438]

Thanks STG, you might as well go since you have all the insight. Hope to see you next year.
I would like to head into the stadium to watch them warmup, but I heard the players like lynch does not even head out for warmup

[smalltowngrll]

Thanks STG, you might as well go since you have all the insight. Hope to see you next year.
I would like to head into the stadium to watch them warmup, but I heard the players like lynch does not even head out for warmup


It's fun to get in their early. Most are always out on the field warming up and such an hour or so ...sometimes two, prior to game time. You'll also get to see the typical things they do before the start of the game...the Anthem (My favorite...believe it or not) and the cheerleaders (most of the guys favorite ;D) I always try to get into the stadium an hour before. It's fun! I guess if I went to the games every time there was a game, the excitement might wear off...but, it still hasn't for me!

[broncocalijohn]

According to HawaiiGuy, the parking lot is not the Mcafee Stadium parking lot. Basically, the parking lot is on a street about a mile away from the stadium. It is best that we walk in a big group to the game since the walk will be about 20 - 25 minutes and hopefully we won't draw much attention.


Let me get this correct. You will park that far away for the tailgatting "experience", show your Broncos colors then walk for 20 to 25 minutes thru the 3rd unsafest city in America? Add that you are obviously not from Chokeland, like Sassy said, "It was nice knowing you." What the hell are you guys thinking? Not just for a safety issue but what fun is it to tailgate 25 minutes away? Here is a brilliant idea...... A freaking taxi cab might work! People, pleeeeeeeease rethink this one. For HG's streak to last, you need to be alive for the home game vs KC.

[broncofan2438]

I would agree with that calijohn but it sounds like hawaii knows whats going on, we still may decide to do something else.

[broncocalijohn]

You guys need to wear a sign around your neck, "nutso Broncos fans carry no cash."

[broncofan2438]

116- I spoke with HawaiiGuy and we are all meeting at that parking lot he was talking about at 10am. We can all bring some food and beer, and then we will start heading into the game early.
He can give directions a bit later

[Hawaii_Guy]

As I have said before this is my 5th game in Oakland. Every time parked on the west side of I880 Exit 66th. After exiting head towards the water, then head north and park as soon as you can. We can keep in contact also via cell phones. I'll pick up some beer when I get in tomorrow. Any food anyone else wants to bring would be cool. Talking to Jordan we would like to go into the game early and watch warm ups and stuff. Keep in touch.

[Bronco Billy]

As I have said before this is my 5th game in Oakland. Every time parked on the west side of I880 Exit 66th. After exiting head towards the water, then head north and park as soon as you can. We can keep in contact also via cell phones. I'll pick up some beer when I get in tomorrow. Any food anyone else wants to bring would be cool. Talking to Jordan we would like to go into the game early and watch warm ups and stuff. Keep in touch.

Food does go good with beer! (or is it the other way around!) Have a blast!

[Dr. Thunder]

As I have said before this is my 5th game in Oakland. Every time parked on the west side of I880 Exit 66th. After exiting head towards the water, then head north and park as soon as you can. We can keep in contact also via cell phones. I'll pick up some beer when I get in tomorrow. Any food anyone else wants to bring would be cool. Talking to Jordan we would like to go into the game early and watch warm ups and stuff. Keep in touch.

I guess I am the first one to reach the Bay Area. However, I am staying in Mountain View near Palo Alto. Don't need to be in the 3rd unsafest city except for the game. Anyways, can you PM me the exact address again? I seemed to have lost it.....Thanks!!

[broncofan2438]

Made it back safely people! Can't say much for the Broncos, we look terrible. Had fun at the tailgate and game. It was not as bad as people were making it out to be. We got heckled, but was clearly not as bad as what calijohn made it to be....a little bit of a drama queen.

Tailgated with other broncos locals. Met HawaiiGuy and wife, nice people. Not sure i would wear shorts, but thats cool. He got a little heated towards the people behind us, but they deserved it. 116, not sure why he came late and left early. Not only that but he got more grief for not wearing broncos gear and rooting for them than we did.
Got on the flight from Burbank and the entire plane was filled with Raider fans, and then me in orange! Hope we can get more out next time.

[smalltowngrll]

Made it back safely people! Can't say much for the Broncos, we look terrible. Had fun at the tailgate and game. It was not as bad as people were making it out to be. We got heckled, but was clearly not as bad as what calijohn made it to be....a little bit of a drama queen.

Tailgated with other broncos locals. Met HawaiiGuy and wife, nice people. Not sure i would wear shorts, but thats cool. He got a little heated towards the people behind us, but they deserved it. 116, not sure why he came late and left early. Not only that but he got more grief for not wearing broncos gear and rooting for them than we did.
Got on the flight from Burbank and the entire plane was filled with Raider fans, and then me in orange! Hope we can get more out next time.


Great to hear it wasn't like what some who'd never been were saying! You just never know with these things, so it's best to rely on those who've actually been!

Glad you guys had a good time! Everyone has their own plans and agenda for the games and tailgates and that's ok! Usually when you are traveling in and haven't been around, you want to check things out. And, you live and learn! Guess he'll be wearing Broncos gear the next time! ;D

Sorry the team didn't pull it out for you guys...all of us! :(

[broncocalijohn]

thanks for being the guinea pig. And no I am not a drama queen as I havent been to Chokeland but your story made us all wonder if you would make it back in one piece. Yes, we would probably like to go in the future but we needed the chum bait to go first and test the shark infested waters. If it works, I will go next year fo suuuu.

[Dr. Thunder]

Made it back safely people! Can't say much for the Broncos, we look terrible. Had fun at the tailgate and game. It was not as bad as people were making it out to be. We got heckled, but was clearly not as bad as what calijohn made it to be....a little bit of a drama queen.

Tailgated with other broncos locals. Met HawaiiGuy and wife, nice people. Not sure i would wear shorts, but thats cool. He got a little heated towards the people behind us, but they deserved it. 116, not sure why he came late and left early. Not only that but he got more grief for not wearing broncos gear and rooting for them than we did.
Got on the flight from Burbank and the entire plane was filled with Raider fans, and then me in orange! Hope we can get more out next time.

First of all 2438, in my defense, I didn't know what to expect and I came late because my friend lives all the way in San Jose. Second, my friend had to go to a Faider tailgating party and I didn't want to start anything. I left early because my friend was COLD and she didn't want to hike up almost 30 rows to the top.

Thanks for the grief but at least at the Faider tailgating party, they were more welcoming even they knew that I liked the Broncos.

[Dr. Thunder]

Thanks STG. You are absolutely correct. It was my friends first time to a Faiders game and she wanted to do this and that. I wanted to be with the rest of the Maners but I wanted to observe and check out things for everyone on this site (which I took photos during my scouting of the place).

I went through all that hardwork to get tickets and two tickets went unused because of a tragic event that happened. I don't expect to get money back for the tickets but being a dedicated Broncos fan, I am just glad that I was able to contribute for the rest of the Maners.

[Calif. Bronco]

Made it back safely people! Can't say much for the Broncos, we look terrible. Had fun at the tailgate and game. It was not as bad as people were making it out to be. We got heckled, but was clearly not as bad as what calijohn made it to be....a little bit of a drama queen.

Tailgated with other broncos locals. Met HawaiiGuy and wife, nice people. Not sure i would wear shorts, but thats cool. He got a little heated towards the people behind us, but they deserved it. 116, not sure why he came late and left early. Not only that but he got more grief for not wearing broncos gear and rooting for them than we did.
Got on the flight from Burbank and the entire plane was filled with Raider fans, and then me in orange! Hope we can get more out next time.

Ms. Calif. Girlfriend and I got two tickets last minute and drove up there Sunday morning. I totally agree with what you're saying. We got heckled some, but no worse than in San Diego. Mostly the Raider fans were passionate about their team and pretty good people. Much different than when they were in LA.