Gulfstream trip

[dellinger63]

Gulfstream w/e Jan 27th-28th. Be there prob 25th but 26th night 4 sure.

[hoovesupsideyourhead]

sweetttttttttttttttttttttt..

[Scav]

So bootleg, I am going first week in March I think

[Cajungator26]

I believe that I'll be at GP for the Sunshine Millions as well. I hope to meet some of you all down there... :cool:

[Buffymommy]

horse shows and riding for me until after my last show in February. I had to take two weeks off for aggravating my herniated disc in my back. I rode for the first time on Saturday and it was wonderful!

I hope to meet some of you though at Fla Derby.

[Cajungator26]

Looks like GPK might be joining me too! :D

We're going to Tampa Bay Downs on the 26th (anyone going to be there?) and then down to GP for Saturday. :cool:

[GPK]

Looks like GPK might be joining me too! :D

We're going to Tampa Bay Downs on the 26th (anyone going to be there?) and then down to GP for Saturday. :cool:


if noone hears anything from me by the 31st of Jan...call the authorities:eek:

[Cajungator26]

if noone hears anything from me by the 31st of Jan...call the authorities:eek:

HAHA!!! I was quite the linebacker this weekend too... I'm bruised all over from tackling a fellow Michigan fan. :D I should be good and recovered by then for round two, Kev... WATCH OUT! :eek:

[GPK]

HAHA!!! I was quite the linebacker this weekend too... I'm bruised all over from tackling a fellow Michigan fan. :D I should be good and recovered by then for round two, Kev... WATCH OUT! :eek:


it ain't you I am worried about:eek:

[Cajungator26]

it ain't you I am worried about:eek:

There is your first mistake then... HEHE! :p

[31lengths]

Gulfstream w/e Jan 27th-28th. Be there prob 25th but 26th night 4 sure.

count me in.

[pmayjr]

I might be there... the appeal of leaving MN in our butt-ass'd cold winter sounds really appealing. I have Fri-Sat-Sun off, so it would definately be a fun one. It'll be a last-minute booking if I decide to go, so I'll let y'all know when the time comes.

I got f'n smoked at Keeneland this past weekend, but that place is as beautiful as I remembered it, so no regrets. It would be interesting to see how the "new" Gulfstream looks as well... hopefully the addition of some winners as well hehe. Lata
-Pete

[ArlJim78]

I'm still trying to figure out what it is you're talking about.

"Gulftream Tirp"?

whatever it is, sounds like it's going to be quite a blast.

[Samm]

I'm only 4 blocks away... let me know when your here!!!

[Bigsmc]

Looks like GPK might be joining me too! :D

We're going to Tampa Bay Downs on the 26th (anyone going to be there?) and then down to GP for Saturday. :cool:


I usually roll in on Fridays for the Pick 4 (races 7-10) and a few cold ones.

[Cajungator26]

I usually roll in on Fridays for the Pick 4 (races 7-10) and a few cold ones.

Awesome... we'll have to all exchange digits before then. Oughtta be a good time.

[dellinger63]

I'm still trying to figure out what it is you're talking about.

"Gulftream Tirp"?

whatever it is, sounds like it's going to be quite a blast.

Sorry right hand is quicker than the left. Gonna have a group then. I'll post more details as we get closer. Just hope we have some hot, sunny weather.

[brianwspencer]

Sorry right hand is quicker than the left. Gonna have a group then. I'll post more details as we get closer. Just hope we have some hot, sunny weather.

What's the closest airport to Gulfstream?

How difficult is it to get around the area without any contacts or a car, etc?

I've been waiting for an excuse to get to Gulfstream....

[KonaNative]

What's the closest airport to Gulfstream?

How difficult is it to get around the area without any contacts or a car, etc?

I've been waiting for an excuse to get to Gulfstream....Here is a link and some info. http://www.gulfstreampark.com/Footer/Directions/

It is not that far from Ft Laurdale Airport.

Miami Int..20 min or so.
Palm Beach Int...30-40 min.

[disappearingdan_akaplaya]

well if i go looks like im gonna miss every1 cuz itll be the first-2nd week of jan if i go

[Cajungator26]

well if i go looks like im gonna miss every1 cuz itll be the first-2nd week of jan if i go

I may be down there then too, John... pm me and I'll give you my digits if you happen to be there during that time.

[31lengths]

T-minus 1 month.
Everyone still in ?

[Cajungator26]

T-minus 1 month.
Everyone still in ?

Yep, I'm in.

[brianwspencer]

T-minus 1 month.
Everyone still in ?

thanks to cajun's unflinching desire to spend over two hours in a car with me, and then spend two more consecutive days with me toting me all over the great state of florida -- i am a good airfare away from coming!

[SentToStud]

....-- i am a good airfare away from coming!

Brian,

I travel from Ft Lauderdale to either Chicago or Detroit at least 1x a month.

I've been using Spirit Airlines almost exclusively the past six months.

I would expect that you can get round trip, non-stop for $150-$200 from either city into Ft. Lauderdale using Spirit.

Just fyi...

[brianwspencer]

Brian,

I travel from Ft Lauderdale to either Chicago or Detroit at least 1x a month.

I've been using Spirit Airlines almost exclusively the past six months.

I would expect that you can get round trip, non-stop for $150-$200 from either city into Ft. Lauderdale using Spirit.

Just fyi...

thanks. yea i've been looking at spirit as an option -- i'm just waiting to make sure i get my days off before i book. then it should be a done deal, because northwest (i believe) is also offering fares to orlando RT for under $130 right now, because that's where Cajun will pick me up.

[Cajungator26]

thanks to cajun's unflinching desire to spend over two hours in a car with me, and then spend two more consecutive days with me toting me all over the great state of florida -- i am a good airfare away from coming!

LOL!!! I think it was your promises of alcohol... haha. :D

[brianwspencer]

LOL!!! I think it was your promises of alcohol... haha. :D

i, for some reason, sense a huge disaster occurring the evening of saturday the 27th of January somewhere near Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

[Cajungator26]

i, for some reason, sense a huge disaster occurring the evening of saturday the 27th of January somewhere near Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

Don't say that! You will be the one bailing my a$$ out of prison! :D

[brianwspencer]

Don't say that! You will be the one bailing my a$$ out of prison! :D

the best part, is that in all of these incredibly well laid plans, there is still the whole part about actually GOING TO THE RACES!

it has the makings of "best weekend ever!"

[Cajungator26]

the best part, is that in all of these incredibly well laid plans, there is still the whole part about actually GOING TO THE RACES!

it has the makings of "best weekend ever!"

Hell yeah it does! We'll make Hallandale the best f'ing city ever! LOL :p

[dellinger63]

Still coming from Chicago with a group. I should have firm plans by the end of the week. I know Kev is out but still believe Hooves is in.

[brianwspencer]

Still coming from Chicago with a group. I should have firm plans by the end of the week. I know Kev is out but still believe Hooves is in.

keep us all posted. i should know for sure by the end of the week too!

[brianwspencer]

keep us all posted. i should know for sure by the end of the week too!

and by the end of the week, i apparently meant 15 minutes ago.

it's official. flying through charlotte on the way there and DC on the way back, but I got an airplane ticket to Orlando and back.

Which means my involvement with the Gulfstream party rests solely in Cajungator's hands now!

[Cajungator26]

and by the end of the week, i apparently meant 15 minutes ago.

it's official. flying through charlotte on the way there and DC on the way back, but I got an airplane ticket to Orlando and back.

Which means my involvement with the Gulfstream party rests solely in Cajungator's hands now!

In Cajungator we trust! :D

[31lengths]

does anyone know if it will be difficult to get in that Saturday? Is it typical admission? Or do you need to know someone?

[SentToStud]

Been working on some tickets.
How many you need?
-bruce

[Cajungator26]

Been working on some tickets.
How many you need?
-bruce

Bruce,

Can you get Brian and I tickets? I will send you money...

[SentToStud]

Bruce,

Can you get Brian and I tickets? I will send you money...

Sure, you're in for two. don't worry about money. i'll PM you once they get here. Should be tomorrow or Saturday. I'll let you know....

[Cajungator26]

Sure, you're in for two. don't worry about money. i'll PM you once they get here. Should be tomorrow or Saturday. I'll let you know....

Thank you so much! :) I'll pm you with my cell phone number, too.

[31lengths]

Yep, I'm in.

Are you guys planning to go to TBD that weekend also?

[brianwspencer]

Are you guys planning to go to TBD that weekend also?

Since I'm the man in the equation, I'll answer for her. :D

It's unlikely that we'd get to Tampa because of the timing of my flights and getting to GP for Saturday and then getting back to Orlando on Sunday in time to sleep and get me to the airport on Monday.

This is all conjecture on my part, however, because we all know that once I step off the airplane I become her property for the next three days and lose pretty much all power in decision making.

So, you were right, we should probably wait for her answer.

[Cajungator26]

Since I'm the man in the equation, I'll answer for her. :D

It's unlikely that we'd get to Tampa because of the timing of my flights and getting to GP for Saturday and then getting back to Orlando on Sunday in time to sleep and get me to the airport on Monday.

This is all conjecture on my part, however, because we all know that once I step off the airplane I become her property for the next three days and lose pretty much all power in decision making.

So, you were right, we should probably wait for her answer.

LOL! I'm liking the sounds of this. :D

I doubt we'll have a chance to get over to Tampa UNLESS you want to go over to TBD on Sunday instead of staying at GP. It's up to you... I just need a fun weekend and I've got a feeling we're going to have one. :cool:

[Cajungator26]

Hotel is booked... I hope South Florida is ready for us! :D

[brianwspencer]

Hotel is booked... I hope South Florida is ready for us! :D

ha! I found $150 in my kitchen last night that I had completely forgotten I hid there after winning at the track on Sunday.

Yes, between Sunday and Thursday, I forgot that I hid money from myself.

Moral of the story?

BOOYEA!

[Buffymommy]

Hotel is booked... I hope South Florida is ready for us! :D


Dear Lord,

Give us strength to deal with these two!

:D

[brianwspencer]

Dear Lord,

Give us strength to deal with these two!

:D

I'm fun, and a very nice, polite young man. If you are there, I promise to lay the charm on thick to quell any fears you may have :)

[Buffymommy]

I'm fun, and a very nice, polite young man. If you are there, I promise to lay the charm on thick to quell any fears you may have :)


I may go. ALTHOUGH my hubby doesn't like when I talk to strange men.. :) Just kidding. He is just mad that they don't have blackjack in the casino.

I may not make it because my parents are coming to town for the So. Fla Fair, but I am not sure which weekend it is.

So you all may get to meet me!

[Cajungator26]

I may go. ALTHOUGH my hubby doesn't like when I talk to strange men.. :) Just kidding. He is just mad that they don't have blackjack in the casino.

I may not make it because my parents are coming to town for the So. Fla Fair, but I am not sure which weekend it is.

So you all may get to meet me!

COOL, Buffy... I hope you make it down. Fun times... :cool:

[Buffymommy]

COOL, Buffy... I hope you make it down. Fun times... :cool:


I know. I was looking forward to meeting you this weekend in Altoona! :mad: Phooey on this stupid herpes virus.

Maybe in April? If we don't meet before then.

[Cajungator26]

I know. I was looking forward to meeting you this weekend in Altoona! :mad: Phooey on this stupid herpes virus.

Maybe in April? If we don't meet before then.

Yeah, it stinks... to be honest, I'm glad I'm not going to Altoona. I have been sick with this damn cold... it sucks. :(

[dellinger63]

OK the plans are set. We are arriving into Ft Lauderale Thur 1/25 night (early enough to go out lol) and are staying within a mile of the track. We'll be there Fri, Sat, and Sunday all day. Anyone going for sure PM me and I'll give you my cell for yet another Derby Trailer's meeting.

I know it's early but we are also locked in for opening w/e at Toga.

[Scav]

OK the plans are set. We are arriving into Ft Lauderale Thur 1/25 night (early enough to go out lol) and are staying within a mile of the track. We'll be there Fri, Sat, and Sunday all day. Anyone going for sure PM me and I'll give you my cell for yet another Derby Trailer's meeting.

I know it's early but we are also locked in for opening w/e at Toga.

I haven't bought my flight 'yet' but I am also locked in for opening weekend at Toga.....Planning on arriving Wed night and leaving Sunday night, last week in July.....

[dellinger63]

Scavs
We'll be getting there Thur night and leaving Sun night. Got $69 each way on SW. Also was at Trackside yesterday for the first time in a long time to root on Taylor M. They rated her on purpose and she finished 3rd while going a 100 wide. I'd never use Ferrer though.

[Scav]

Scavs
We'll be getting there Thur night and leaving Sun night. Got $69 each way on SW. Also was at Trackside yesterday for the first time in a long time to root on Taylor M. They rated her on purpose and she finished 3rd while going a 100 wide. I'd never use Ferrer though.

I didn't even know they ran her yesterday.

You flying out of midway to Toga?

Living 3 minutes from O'Hare means it is hard for me to fathom going to Midway, never been their actually.....I am looking at like $280 roundtrip, O'Hare to Albany

[dellinger63]

yea that's the prob with SW. Though you get delayed so often at ORD it's almost quicker in the long run.

[brianwspencer]

OK the plans are set. We are arriving into Ft Lauderale Thur 1/25 night (early enough to go out lol) and are staying within a mile of the track. We'll be there Fri, Sat, and Sunday all day. Anyone going for sure PM me and I'll give you my cell for yet another Derby Trailer's meeting.

I know it's early but we are also locked in for opening w/e at Toga.

I'd PM Cajun too -- because she's running the show for the weekend for me. We're staying on the beach (?) and will be going out at least Saturday night, but should be in town early enough Friday night to grab a few beers too.

Can't wait to meet a few people and get my first taste of live Florida racing!

Any idea of how many people total are going to be meeting up?

[GPK]

im out for Gulf...but opening weekend for Toga is almost a certainty..

Oh man...

Me, Scavs, Randall, Gander, Bethani, Dell, Hooves....life will be good:D

[paisjpq]

OK since I know this thread is going to be around for a few more weeks I had to go in and fix the title...sorry Dell it was makin' me crazy:o

[Scav]

im out for Gulf...but opening weekend for Toga is almost a certainty..

Oh man...

Me, Scavs, Randall, Gander, Bethani, Dell, Hooves....life will be good:D

How can you forget about Byk?

Randall is going?

[GPK]

How can you forget about Byk?

Randall is going?


Byk is a GIVEN...he works and lives there...the rest do not.

Rand said last night he will be there for opening weekend.

[Scav]

Byk is a GIVEN...he works and lives there...the rest do not.

Rand said last night he will be there for opening weekend.

oh man....THIS has the sound and feeling of a 96 HOUR STRAIGHT DEGENERATE SESSION

SARATOGA HARNESS WHAT?

[dellinger63]

Oracle will definately be there. As most likely A-Team and maybe they can let him be at the main stand this year.

[dellinger63]

OK since I know this thread is going to be around for a few more weeks I had to go in and fix the title...sorry Dell it was makin' me crazy:o

appreciate it. I couldn't edit it from my side

[GPK]

oh man....THIS has the sound and feeling of a 96 HOUR STRAIGHT DEGENERATE SESSION

SARATOGA HARNESS WHAT?


LMFAO...thats what I was telling Gander yesterday...simulcast at the harness track...


"Saratoga Harness...where the beer is warmer than the pizza":eek:

[Scav]

Oracle will definately be there.

As most likely A-Team and maybe they can let him be at the main stand this year.

Can't forget about Gales also, he is down for some degenerate stuff

[Cajungator26]

LOL!!!



Can't forget about Gales also, he is down for some degenerate stuff

Martin is the MAN! :D

I hope he's going to make it down here for the Florida Derby too.

[Buffymommy]

Hey, Cajun.

I am not going to make it on Jan 27th. Parents are coming that weekend! Sorry.

You coming for the FL Derby?

[Cajungator26]

Hey, Cajun.

I am not going to make it on Jan 27th. Parents are coming that weekend! Sorry.

You coming for the FL Derby?

Yep, most likely... :)

[Bigsmc]

I haven't bought my flight 'yet' but I am also locked in for opening weekend at Toga.....Planning on arriving Wed night and leaving Sunday night, last week in July.....

Holy freaking crap!

I'm there Tues night thru Sat. night. Booked it in Sept.

Look out.

[Bigsmc]

im out for Gulf...but opening weekend for Toga is almost a certainty..

Oh man...

Me, Scavs, Randall, Gander, Bethani, Dell, Hooves....life will be good:D

...and Bigs:eek:

[Scav]

...and Bigs:eek:

That opening weekend at Toga?

[randallscott35]

Wow, this sounds like an awesome first weekend in Toga. I'll bring a bottle of Patron so we can have some midday tequila shots at the track. Totally serious.

[Scav]

Wow, this sounds like an awesome first weekend in Toga. I'll bring a bottle of Patron so we can have some midday tequila shots at the track. Totally serious.

Yeah, we might need to hire a paramedic for too much pork digestion and yelling at Hooves, and OF COURSE, making fun of GPK

[GPK]

Yeah, we might need to hire a paramedic for too much pork digestion and yelling at Hooves, and OF COURSE, making fun of GPK


um....you better be worried about keeping me around.....none of your ugly asses can pull the ladies like GPK:cool:

[randallscott35]

um....you better be worried about keeping me around.....none of your ugly asses can pull the ladies like GPK:cool:
Kev, I'll put this last girl I was with against any girl you've had. Solid as they come. LOL

[GPK]

Kev, I'll put this last girl I was with against any girl you've had. Solid as they come. LOL


2 things in life you NEVER do....

1. Tug on Superman's cape...
2. Underestimate Kev

[randallscott35]

2 things in life you NEVER do....

1. Tug on Superman's cape...
2. Underestimate Kev
Not an underestimation. I was surprised as anyone I got that girl. Now she turned out to be crazy, but......

[Scav]

um....you better be worried about keeping me around.....none of your ugly asses can pull the ladies like GPK:cool:

While I will FULLY BE entrenched in a 96 hour DEGENERATE BINGE, I might partake in the lady area, depending on how things are going. We hit a couple races and it will be OPEN THE FLOOD GATES AND RELEASE THE HOUNDS.

[GPK]

Not an underestimation. I was surprised as anyone I got that girl. Now she turned out to be crazy, but......


Imagine that...she was only 23, right?

[randallscott35]

Imagine that...she was only 23, right?

Yep, just turned it....Going for the older ones now. Learned my lesson....Unless they look like this girl. I can handle some crazy.

[GPK]

Yep, just turned it....Going for the older ones now. Learned my lesson....Unless they look like this girl. I can handle some crazy.


GPK's #1 rule about women...

stay away from young girls....I can't stress that to you enough Rand.

[randallscott35]

GPK's #1 rule about women...

stay away from young girls....I can't stress that to you enough Rand.
Teach me "Yoda," I need the force.

[GPK]

Teach me "Yoda," I need the force.


We will head to The Wine Bar in this summer while in Toga...bring pen and paper...:cool:

[Scav]

We will head to The Wine Bar in this summer while in Toga...bring pen and paper...:cool:

I can't wait to see this. CAN'T WAIT

[randallscott35]

We will head to The Wine Bar in this summer while in Toga...bring pen and paper...:cool:

Hopefully I'll be bringing some blond with me to the Wine Bar as well. Thus she can take the notes.

[GPK]

Hopefully I'll be bringing some blond with me to the Wine Bar as well. Thus she can take the notes.


judging from the talent I saw there last year when I was there with Gander and his wife...leave the blonde at home...plenty there already:D

[GPK]

I can't wait to see this. CAN'T WAIT


bring your supplies too....God knows you need help:eek:

[Scav]

7/26/2007 The Sanford II 150,000 2YO 6 Furlongs
7/27/2007 The Lake George III 100,000 added F3YO 1 1/16 (Turf)
7/28/2007 The Diana I 500,000 F&M 3&UP 1 1/8 (Turf)
7/28/2007 The Go For Wand (Hdcp) I 250,000 F&M 3&UP 1 1/8
7/28/2007 The Alfred G. Vanderbilt (Hdcp) II 200,000 3&UP 6 Furlongs
7/28/2007 The Whitney (Hdcp) I 750,000 3&UP 1 1/8
7/29/2007 The Jim Dandy II 500,000 3YO 1 1/8

[Bigsmc]

That opening weekend at Toga?

Yes sir, had no idea you clowns were going to be there too.

Going to have to hit something early to finance the alcohol consumption...

[ntheiroff]

What's the closest airport to Gulfstream?

How difficult is it to get around the area without any contacts or a car, etc?

I've been waiting for an excuse to get to Gulfstream....


Fort Liquordale International is 15 minutes away, much better than Miami.

[brianwspencer]

T minus ten days.

[Cajungator26]

T minus ten days.

I have to quit drinking for 10 days...

I drank so much last night that I can barely stand up. No joke... :eek:

[SentToStud]

I have to quit drinking for 10 days...

I drank so much last night that I can barely stand up. No joke... :eek:
package arrive?

[Cajungator26]

package arrive?

Nope, not yet...

I'll check again tonight when I get home. :cool:

[dellinger63]

I have to quit drinking for 10 days...

I drank so much last night that I can barely stand up. No joke... :eek:

Trust me you'll be better training up until 1/27 or at least galloping. lol It's friggin 0 degrees in Chicago wish I could skip a week and be there tomorrow.

[GPK]

can we get this whole thread erased????:( :(

[brianwspencer]

It's friggin 0 degrees in Chicago wish I could skip a week and be there tomorrow.

Same in Detroit. Amen!

can we get this whole thread erased????:( :(

Awwww why?

[paisjpq]

can we get this whole thread erased????:( :(

amen...we're holding steady @ zero degrees and I don't get to escape to florida next week:(

[GPK]

amen...we're holding steady @ zero degrees and I don't get to escape to florida next week:(


Mine is more just the simple fact I cant make it....

[Cajungator26]

Mine is more just the simple fact I cant make it....

I'm sorry, babe. I wish you were coming too! :(

[brianwspencer]

I'm sorry, babe. I wish you were coming too! :(

Me too! We could share a bottle of Arbor Mist on the beach with Jamie!

[Cajungator26]

Me too! We could share a bottle of Arbor Mist on the beach with Jamie!

Arbor Mist? UGH! :D

Speaking of the beach, I have half of Daytona Beach on my car... there was a cold front that moved through last night and the wind was HORRIBLE. I've never seen so much sand in my life! (Well, maybe the desert, but still.)

[GPK]

Me too! We could share a bottle of Arbor Mist on the beach with Jamie!


uh...no we couldn't. You are worse than my ex-wife...her and that Boones Farm crap she used to drink sometimes:eek:

[brianwspencer]

uh...no we couldn't. You are worse than my ex-wife...her and that Boones Farm crap she used to drink sometimes:eek:

well, as you know, i prefer beer over anything else to drink.

but a good night of arbor mist, or jokes about it, will never go out of style in the Spencer household

[Antitrust32]

Hey ya'll. I live in Ft Lauderdale right by the airport, if someone needs a lift from the airport holla at me, 717 873 9088. As long as I am not working/busy I will pick u up. I cant wait to party w/ the DTers next weekend!

[Cajungator26]

Hey ya'll. I live in Ft Lauderdale right by the airport, if someone needs a lift from the airport holla at me, 717 873 9088. As long as I am not working/busy I will pick u up. I cant wait to party w/ the DTers next weekend!

Me either. Fun times... :D

[brianwspencer]

fyi, t-minus 60 hours until the first plane takes off! :D

[dellinger63]

OK about 24 hrs from takeoff. My call list includes Sent to Stud, Antitrust and Cajun who will have bspencer and of course Mr. Byk. We will be out on Thur night Ft. Lauderdale Mambo's??? and be at the track Fri, Sat and Sun. I think most aren't getting there till Fri night/Sat??? Let me know. Otherwise I'll start trying to contact Friday before first post.

[brianwspencer]

OK about 24 hrs from takeoff. My call list includes Sent to Stud, Antitrust and Cajun who will have bspencer and of course Mr. Byk. We will be out on Thur night Ft. Lauderdale Mambo's??? and be at the track Fri, Sat and Sun. I think most aren't getting there till Fri night/Sat??? Let me know. Otherwise I'll start trying to contact Friday before first post.

Friday evening for us -- leaving Orlando at (cross your fingers that my plane is not late....) about 4:15 pm.

[dellinger63]

Gotcha give me a call when you get in. Jamie has the number.

[Cajungator26]

Gotcha give me a call when you get in. Jamie has the number.

Yep, got it. Can't wait to meet all of you guys. :)

Thank God Lori will be there too... not sure if I could handle being the only female around a bunch of men. J/K :cool:

[Buffymommy]

Yep, got it. Can't wait to meet all of you guys. :)

Thank God Lori will be there too... not sure if I could handle being the only female around a bunch of men. J/K :cool:


You two kick their azzes in handicapping will ya?

[Cajungator26]

You two kick their azzes in handicapping will ya?

Well Buffy, I wish I was good at handicapping...

Since I'm not, I'll try and pick some winners in the paddock. I seem to do ok doing that. :o

[Nascar1966]

Jamie,
Which kind of winner are you going to try and pick in the paddock tomorrow?
The Thoroughbred kind or the Human kind.:D


Robert


Ps You will be having some fun tomorrow, I will be working 12 hours tomorrow.:mad:

[Buffymommy]

So did you all have a great time?

[Antitrust32]

So did you all have a great time?


Excellent time... (apart from gambling..) Thank you Jamie, B-Dub, Dellinger, Barney, John and Bruce for coming down to South Florida! It was great meeting ya'll and it was a blast!

You guys are welcome to Gulfstream/Calder anytime!

[Buffymommy]

That sounds like fun. I hope some of you had some winning tickets!

I hope to be there for the FL Derby.

[Antitrust32]

That sounds like fun. I hope some of you had some winning tickets!

I hope to be there for the FL Derby.

no winning tickets, I like MaCanns Mojove but I got too drunk and forgot to bet.

Story of my life.

[dellinger63]

[QUOTE=Buffymommy]So did you all have a great time?[/QUOTE

we had a great time and geat meeting Lori, Jamie, Bruce and Brian (Antitrust, Canjungator, Sent to Stud and BrianSpencer). I've met many DT'ers and still have not come across one I didn't like. Not sure whether it was more fun going out for dinner and after party at Lori's or the track.

We'll be either making a repeat trip to GP or to FG's and I'd like to meet new DT'ers or meet the ones I already have again. We'll be out in force first w/e of Saratoga as well.

Of course a huge thank-you again to Steve Byk for getting this snow ball rolling and it's always awesome to see him 'the hardest working man in horse racing.'

Oh and lastly thanks to Michael Matz for sending the bomb home on Sat. and grooms who leave a little shampoo on. (you had to be there to understand) LOL

[Cajungator26]

no winning tickets, I like MaCanns Mojove but I got too drunk and forgot to bet.

Story of my life.

At least you had an excuse... :o

I'm not much of a capper, but I had a great time with all of you as well. It's awesome meeting people who enjoy horse racing as much as I do. :)

[Cajungator26]

Of course a huge thank-you again to Steve Byk for getting this snow ball rolling and it's always awesome to see him 'the hardest working man in horse racing.'

Oh and lastly thanks to Michael Matz for sending the bomb home on Sat. and grooms who leave a little shampoo on. (you had to be there to understand) LOL

I second that on Steve Byk. I was honored to finally meet him in person and I think I'm still in shock over meeting Nick Zito and Sweetnorthernsaint. :o Thank you again, Steve for all that you do. I had a wonderful weekend.

No comments on the "shampoo." Let's hope I learned my lesson! LOL :eek:

[brianwspencer]

Wow, what a weekend. These were the first DT'ers I've met, and they set the bar pretty high. It was a great weekend of capping, racing (well, most of it great, missed bets (lori's for being drunk on mccann's mojave, mine for being broke on summer book) and lots of good talk.

Off the top of my head, highlights include:
1.) Finally putting faces with all the names (Kasept, Dellinger, Cajun, AntiTrust, SenttoStud)
2.) Steve being able to introduce us to Zito and Sweetnorthernsaint
3.) The seemingly endless supply of beer that comes from the Chicago guys
4.) Dinner after the Millions card in Lori's hood
5.) Being able to know that it was 8 degress here while I was having a beer and a cigaratte on the beach.

It was the best weekend in a long time...and Saratoga looks more tempting by the hour!

Thanks for everything to those who went!

[Kasept]

As always, a great gathering... Glad everyone had such fun. That's what it's all about. Always great to see the Chicagoland guys.. Pleasure meeting Cajun, Brian and S2S (whom I embarassingly mistook for a "TeamChicago' guy with Dell, Barney and John... :o )

Thanks for making it a fun weekend for me..

[Sightseek]

I second that on Steve Byk. I was honored to finally meet him in person and I think I'm still in shock over meeting Nick Zito and Sweetnorthernsaint. :o Thank you again, Steve for all that you do. I had a wonderful weekend.

No comments on the "shampoo." Let's hope I learned my lesson! LOL :eek:

How did you like Gulfstream? Worth ever making a trip to?

[Cajungator26]

How did you like Gulfstream? Worth ever making a trip to?

It's beautiful and IMO, defnitely worth the trip. The paddock area was definitely not designed with the horses in mind (fountains in the middle and too close to the parking lot WTF? :eek: ) and there doesn't seem to be a lot of seating area for racing fans. I don't know how they plan on accomodating everyone for the Florida Derby... guess we'll find out soon enough.

With that said, it is a beautiful facility, but you can tell that the focus was on making it a "casino experience." Just my take...

[brianwspencer]

It's beautiful and IMO, defnitely worth the trip. The paddock area was definitely not designed with the horses in mind (fountains in the middle and too close to the parking lot WTF? :eek: ) and there doesn't seem to be a lot of seating area for racing fans. I don't know how they plan on accomodating everyone for the Florida Derby... guess we'll find out soon enough.

With that said, it is a beautiful facility, but you can tell that the focus was on making it a "casino experience." Just my take...

Agreed completely.

It's not "racing-friendly," as the grandstand is insanely small and the building is just built awkwardly for racing...but it's mostly a glorified casino really.

It truly is a beautiful facility though and I couldn't think of many other places I'd rather spend an afternoon with some friends. It's really gorgeous.

[Sightseek]

It's beautiful and IMO, defnitely worth the trip. The paddock area was definitely not designed with the horses in mind (fountains in the middle and too close to the parking lot WTF? :eek: ) and there doesn't seem to be a lot of seating area for racing fans. I don't know how they plan on accomodating everyone for the Florida Derby... guess we'll find out soon enough.

With that said, it is a beautiful facility, but you can tell that the focus was on making it a "casino experience." Just my take...

Thanks, something to weigh out for next year. :)

[Cajungator26]

Thanks, something to weigh out for next year. :)

No problem. I hope you make it down... it was nice to hang out with all of the DT'ers. :cool:

[Sightseek]

No problem. I hope you make it down... it was nice to hang out with all of the DT'ers. :cool:

Well if you are planning on going to opening weekend at Saratoga I'm sure you'll meet more in 176 days. LOL

[Cajungator26]

Well if you are planning on going to opening weekend at Saratoga I'm sure you'll meet more in 176 days. LOL

I'm definitely going to try... if I can get a hotel, I'm in. :)

[dellinger63]

I'm definitely going to try... if I can get a hotel, I'm in. :)

You're in!!!!

[Cajungator26]

You're in!!!!

Hurray!!! :D

[Antitrust32]

ooh ooh... can i go too?

[Cajungator26]

ooh ooh... can i go too?

Sign her up, boys! I was kind of scared over being the only female in Saratoga. :eek: Those Chicago boys are party animals. :D

[Antitrust32]

lol... they are a great bunch! I have some friends who have a house in Toga and thats where I stay in the summer.. but if we are partying with the Chi town crew... I may end up passed out in some bushes!

[danzatore]

lol... they are a great bunch! I have some friends who have a house in Toga and thats where I stay in the summer.. but if we are partying with the Chi town crew... I may end up passed out in some bushes!



That should be quite a topic for discussion when we wind up the afternoon for drinks at Siro's.

[brianwspencer]

lol... they are a great bunch! I have some friends who have a house in Toga and thats where I stay in the summer.. but if we are partying with the Chi town crew... I may end up passed out in some bushes!

Oh goodness, I'm jealous that I can't go already! At least I can hang out with the Chi crew this summer at Arlington.

[Cajungator26]

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That should be quite a topic for discussion when we wind up the afternoon for drinks at Siro's.

Yep, for some reason, I'm getting a picture in my head of one of you guys carrying Lori out of the bushes... haha.

[Antitrust32]

saratoga is the greatest place on earth. i cannot wait.

think an arlington trip must be done this summer also.

[brianwspencer]

saratoga is the greatest place on earth. i cannot wait.

think an arlington trip must be done this summer also.

woot! amen! if you've never been there it's got to be on the list. maybe sometime this latesummer/earlyfall maybe washington futurity day?

[dellinger63]

Don't be afraid to come to Arlington million weekend.
Although we'll probably do Saratoga twice this summer. Breakfast at workouts and ending the day at Siro's? That place can't be beat!!!

[elturko]

hey 63 mighttake train into grassy classic. looking foward to meeting dters.been injured lately but going to church sat. for one smallbet. hope everybodys wins . john henry is elturko

[dellinger63]

hey 63 mighttake train into grassy classic. looking foward to meeting dters.been injured lately but going to church sat. for one smallbet. hope everybodys wins . john henry is elturko

Hey John just caught your post. Yea haven't seen you in a while. Friday May 4rth opening with a party in the park Oaks day etc. If I'm not n Louisville that's where I will be.