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There have been discussions in past threads discussing whether fans in premium seats are "true" fans because they may be less than completely vocal at games or because they prefer to hang out at the bar in the club lever rather than watch a game.

I can't comment on that, but I an comment on this.

I am pretty disgusted by people that tailgate in the purple lot or, I should say, the lack of people that tailgate in the purple lots. Each week I arrive as soon as the lots open up, set my stuff up, and start tailgating.

It is usually at least an hour before someone pulls up near me. When they start filtering in, the lot is not filled at all as the hours pass....not like the Orange and Green lots are.

For the Eagles game, instead of parking in my usual spot, I'm gonna drive over closer to Arena Drive to see if I can find a place to set up my Canopy. At least there will be much more foot traffic near Arena Drive.

Yes, I am pretty much disgusted by the lack of "true fans" (when it comes to tailgating) in the purple lots.

Just had to say that.

Out of curiosity, is it easier for purple-lotters to get in and out of the stadium from their spaces? If so, why would they beat the rush?

REDEEMEDSKIN wrote:Out of curiosity, is it easier for purple-lotters to get in and out of the stadium from their spaces? If so, why would they beat the rush?

It's pretty easy to get in. Getting out is a hellofa lot tougher than when I was in the Red lot.

When we walk from the red lot to the game, I notice the purple lot seems to be a little over 60% full. I also don't see a lot of serious tailgating going on.

We don't go in till around 40 minutes prior, so they may have headed in already.

Justice, I still plan on tailgating with you during the Giants game. I'll bring a little "red" to the purple lot.

HOSS wrote:Justice, I still plan on tailgating with you during the Giants game. I'll bring a little "red" to the purple lot.

That's cool. I'll let you know (in advance) just where you can find me. Just look for the best tailgate set up in the lot!

HOSS wrote:We don't go in till around 40 minutes prior, so they may have headed in already.

If you want my honest opinion, I think a lot of "purple lotters" are non-tailgaters. They simply show up 10-15 minutes before the game, park their vehicle, and walk inside. Pathetic. I, for one, believe that a huge part of the football experience is tailgating!

Justice Hog wrote:If you want my honest opinion, I think a lot of "purple lotters" are non-tailgaters. They simply show up 10-15 minutes before the game, park their vehicle, and walk inside. Pathetic. I, for one, believe that a huge part of the football experience is tailgating!

Have you thought that it might also be that the majority have also paid to be part of the "Tailgate Club" at FedEx. They are a different breed up in the Land of Barney.


BTW - If you don't mind, TRO and "The Bride of TRO (TBOTRO)" would more be more than happy to tailgate with you on 12/30. It'll be TBOTRO's
Birthday weekend, and it'll be great to tailgate with some other die hards.

It's a Saturday game, so there will be NO scheduling conflicts for us that day, and we can be there for some major tailgating. We will be hitting 3 or 4 tailgates that day.

Justice Hog wrote:There have been discussions in past threads discussing whether fans in premium seats are "true" fans because they may be less than completely vocal at games or because they prefer to hang out at the bar in the club lever rather than watch a game.

I can't comment on that, but I an comment on this.

I am pretty disgusted by people that tailgate in the purple lot or, I should say, the lack of people that tailgate in the purple lots. Each week I arrive as soon as the lots open up, set my stuff up, and start tailgating.

It is usually at least an hour before someone pulls up near me. When they start filtering in, the lot is not filled at all as the hours pass....not like the Orange and Green lots are.

For the Eagles game, instead of parking in my usual spot, I'm gonna drive over closer to Arena Drive to see if I can find a place to set up my Canopy. At least there will be much more foot traffic near Arena Drive.

Yes, I am pretty much disgusted by the lack of "true fans" (when it comes to tailgating) in the purple lots.

Just had to say that.

Is there a good spot for the Eagles game?

cleg wrote:Is there a good spot for the Eagles game?

You could start here

1niksder wrote:

cleg wrote:Is there a good spot for the Eagles game?

You could start here

Thanks,

cleg wrote:

1niksder wrote:

cleg wrote:Is there a good spot for the Eagles game?

You could start here

Thanks,

Yep. But get there early. These guys eat like The Hogs. Rumour has it that all the food is gone in the blink of an eye.

Hot dogs are all that you need. Easy to fix with little clean up.

What time do the parking lots open?

cleg wrote:What time do the parking lots open?

The lots open at 9 AM. I think that the THN tailgate starts about a half an hour or hour after that. (Could be wrong, though).

Irn-Bru wrote:

cleg wrote:What time do the parking lots open?

The lots open at 9 AM. I think that the THN tailgate starts about a half an hour or hour after that. (Could be wrong, though).

Thanks, now all I have to do is find someone to buy a pass off of.

Irn-Bru wrote:The lots open at 9 AM. I think that the THN tailgate starts about a half an hour or hour after that. (Could be wrong, though).

To be more specific, the lots open exaclty 4 hours before each home game. On 12/30, they'll open up at 4:00 PM.

For 1:00 PM games, I arrive at the stadium around 7:30 AM. For the Giants game, I'll probably arrive around 2:30 PM. I'm just sick like that.

Hey so it looks like I'm coming. I've decided, what the hell. I won some money gambling so why not blow it on something I love (other than my wife) anyways, so should I meet up with you guys in the A75 green lot? Also, I am still trying to get tix's and may have an extra. It'll be around $125.00 in the 100 sections. If anyone wants to possibly take it let me know.

frankcal20 wrote:Hey so it looks like I'm coming. I've decided, what the hell. I won some money gambling so why not blow it on something I love (other than my wife) anyways, so should I meet up with you guys in the A75 green lot? Also, I am still trying to get tix's and may have an extra. It'll be around $125.00 in the 100 sections. If anyone wants to possibly take it let me know.

If you like free food, the Hogettes, and THN company in general. . .I'd advise stopping at the tailgate. All are welcome. . .

I just put in a bid for tix's in section 105 with Green lot parking passes. Yeah, I'll be there. And I'll throw some money down. The last think I am is cheap (even thought I love a good deal.)

So, I bought tickets for ths game a month or so ago for a lot more than they would be now - it's ok though. I bought a parking pass for freaking 100 bucks for the Orange lot. Anything cool happen there? We are going to tailgate but would be cool to check some others out too.

I'm just getting really excited to come. Not to mention I had to go get a few new outfits b/c I don't have the clothes to withstand the cold there.

frankcal20 wrote:I'm just getting really excited to come. Not to mention I had to go get a few new outfits b/c I don't have the clothes to withstand the cold there.

Remember to wear closed-toe shoes to match. And no heels.

oh yeah. I was wondering if my pumps would look ok with my retro Randel El Jersey. So who all goes to the Green Lot Tailgate and what time should we be there.

Justice Hog wrote:

REDEEMEDSKIN wrote:Out of curiosity, is it easier for purple-lotters to get in and out of the stadium from their spaces? If so, why would they beat the rush?

It's pretty easy to get in. Getting out is a hellofa lot tougher than when I was in the Red lot.

How is it tougher? Aren't you allowed to go to the 5th quarter party afterwards and hang out until the traffic clears?

I bought a pass to the Orange lot and it says "This parking pass if valid for one vehicle only. Not tailgate space." Does that mean we cannot tailgate because otherwise I spent way too much money on the parking pass.

cleg wrote:I bought a pass to the Orange lot and it says "This parking pass if valid for one vehicle only. Not tailgate space." Does that mean we cannot tailgate because otherwise I spent way too much money on the parking pass.

I would take that to mean that you can't take up another parking spot with your tailgating "equipment."