InHeavenThereIsNoBeer Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Just require all fans to stand the entire game, then we'd weed the fake ones out ...well that and the old people Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hayduke Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 There is really nothing special about World Arena in the Springs...other than the fact that is was half full of UND fans when I was there a couple of years ago! yup.... still like it better than Magnuss... hope I am in a sea of green Saturday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn-O Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Re: Amsoil. How bad are the obstructed seats behind the bench? There's a bunch open for Feb 21-22 but it's a little scary that the rest of the joint is sold out other then some scattered singles. Anyone have an idea? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFG Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 And that's a shame. I'm probably in the minority on this but I'd personally be in favor of all rinks moving to the bigger surface. The Olympic ice sheet gives players more room to make plays. Today's hockey player is simply much larger in size than players in the 1940's and 1950's. Sometimes the 5 on 5 game in the NHL is like watching 10 kids playing in a sandbox. 100% agree with this. Maybe 20 or 30, heck even 15 years ago the smaller ice sheet seemed like a smart choice. But seeing how players have gotten and keep getting bigger and more skilled, I think it's gotten to the point where the larger ice surface would make the game much more wide open and entertaining than it is now. The NHL is always trying to find ways to increase offense, and I think that would make a huge difference Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biddco Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Re: Amsoil. How bad are the obstructed seats behind the bench? There's a bunch open for Feb 21-22 but it's a little scary that the rest of the joint is sold out other then some scattered singles. Anyone have an idea? I'm guessing those are the seats right behind the bench? If so you'll be looking through and around players, coaches and staff on the bench. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goon Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Re: Amsoil. How bad are the obstructed seats behind the bench? There's a bunch open for Feb 21-22 but it's a little scary that the rest of the joint is sold out other then some scattered singles. Anyone have an idea? I sat there for a game and you can't see when you sit by the side of the bench. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nodakvindy Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Let's get to the bigger question about why Michigan Tech, Northeastern, and Quinnipiac are on the list. I've been to MacInnes but it's nothing special. Tech vs North Dakota...about 3,000 fans there...pretty quiet place. I know during Winter Carnival it is a riot, but in general? Have you been to a game at Northeastern? It's an iconic arena, the college hockey equivalent of Wrigley Field or Fenway Park. The sightlines are outstanding and the seats in the front rows of the upper deck are probably the closest you will ever get to a game, it's like being right on top of the action. For a perennially average team the atmosphere was very good - active student section and good band, Concessions were solid and cheap, as were souvenirs. The arena is right off the orange line on the T and not far off the green line so very easy to get to. It checks virtually every box for a college hockey experience, definitely worthy of a high rating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackheart Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 100% agree with this. Maybe 20 or 30, heck even 15 years ago the smaller ice sheet seemed like a smart choice. But seeing how players have gotten and keep getting bigger and more skilled, I think it's gotten to the point where the larger ice surface would make the game much more wide open and entertaining than it is now. The NHL is always trying to find ways to increase offense, and I think that would make a huge difference If you wanna play on the big ice sheet then play Bandy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siouxforce19 Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Let's get to the bigger question about why Michigan Tech, Northeastern, and Quinnipiac are on the list. I've been to MacInnes but it's nothing special. Tech vs North Dakota...about 3,000 fans there...pretty quiet place. I know during Winter Carnival it is a riot, but in general? I'd actually like to go to a game at Quinnipiac if I ever am out that way. I saw one of their games on TV last year and it looked like a fun rink. Granted the game I saw was their rivalry game against Yale and they had like, a "yellow-out" so I might have caught a game at a good time, but it still looked fun. Maybe if I'm ever on the east coast I'll check it out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn-O Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I sat there for a game and you can't see when you sit by the side of the bench. Thanks, that's what I figured. I'm going to pass on those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MafiaMan Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Have you been to a game at Northeastern? It's an iconic arena, the college hockey equivalent of Wrigley Field or Fenway Park. The sightlines are outstanding and the seats in the front rows of the upper deck are probably the closest you will ever get to a game, it's like being right on top of the action. For a perennially average team the atmosphere was very good - active student section and good band, Concessions were solid and cheap, as were souvenirs. The arena is right off the orange line on the T and not far off the green line so very easy to get to. It checks virtually every box for a college hockey experience, definitely worthy of a high rating. I have not seen a game there, that's why I was curious. Thanks for the insight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Basically, rinks like Northeastern, QU, and perhaps Michigan Tech are on the list for the very same reasons we would hope the Old Ralph would've made it if we were still playing there??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MafiaMan Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Basically, rinks like Northeastern, QU, and perhaps Michigan Tech are on the list for the very same reasons we would hope the Old Ralph would've made it if we were still playing there??? Not much for bells and whistles, but man that old barn would rock when the fans made noise! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goon Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Thanks, that's what I figured. I'm going to pass on those. I don't know, I like going to the Amsoil, it's not the RALPH, but the atmosphere is good and you can see on the big screen. I would go if the wife didn't have to work that weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MafiaMan Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I don't know, I like going to the Amsoil, it's not the RALPH, but the atmosphere is good and you can see on the big screen. I would go if the wife didn't put the hammer down and order me to stay at home that weekend. Hmnnn... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goon Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 Hmnnn... What do you mean Hmmm? I am the alpha dog at my house and there's no Hammer Down at the Goon's house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MafiaMan Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 What do you mean Hmmm? I am the alpha dog at my house and there's no Hammer Down at the Goon's house. It's fun to yank the chain of the alpha dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokey the cat Posted January 25, 2014 Share Posted January 25, 2014 What do you mean Hmmm? I am the alpha dog at my house and there's no Hammer Down at the Goon's house. Goon from your picture I would say your real boss is the darling little blond girl you are holding. She has daddy wrapped around her finger, as it should be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fightingsioux4life Posted January 26, 2014 Share Posted January 26, 2014 Goon from your picture I would say your real boss is the darling little blond girl you are holding. She has daddy wrapped around her finger, as it should be. Yep, the rules change when you bring a child into the world. I have seen it in friends of mine that have started having kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biddco Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 http://www.uscho.com/2014/01/28/commentary-the-highlights-and-rankings-from-a-trip-to-some-of-the-midwests-arenas/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fightingsioux4life Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 http://www.uscho.com...idwests-arenas/ This list is even worse than the one that prompted this thread!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNDBIZ Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 This list is even worse than the one that prompted this thread!!! I'd have to assume he didn't go to the Ralph on this trip..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WiSioux Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 The fact that the title references rinks in the Midwest and then he picks Alabama tells me something... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InHeavenThereIsNoBeer Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 I'd have to assume he didn't go to the Ralph on this trip..... Yeah, the only conclusion I can draw is that he didn't go to The Ralph... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Yeah, the only conclusion I can draw is that he didn't go to The Ralph... Obviously because he couldn't get a ticket!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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