Buffalo NY - Advice for a newbie in the Pit!!!

lizwoods

I'm going to the Buffalo show Oct 12th. This will be my 4th PJ show but my first time in the pit. Looking for any advice you may have.
I have been to many concerts at all types of venues over the years. I have to admit I haven't been in a pit situation in a long time. When I hit my late 20's I decided I wanted a seat and my own little space to enjoy the show. But not for PJ. I want to be as close as possible with the people who love it as much as I do. I'm 36 now and nervous about having to stand and jump and dance for 4+ hrs and still be able to move the next day!
Looking for any advice on pit etiquette, footwear, clothing, basically anything you think I need to know to make the experience awesome.
Thanks in advance.
Liz

Stryker

Pee before you find your spot on the floor or you'll be in for a long uncomfortable night. I usually have a few beers during shows and then pee at the encore break. Can't do that without losing your spot in a GA situation. Guys can (sort of) get away with peeing in an empty water bottle, but I don't recommend that. The other option, which I also don't recommend, is to just pee in your pants. In the past I've done both of these ( :oops: :oops: :oops: ). At Lollaplooza '07 it wasn't because I was drinking beer, but rather because I was standing in the same spot for like 14 hours,it was a scorching hot day, and I really had no choice but to drink water. I have GA tickets to Worcester II and I plan to only drink water before the show and then empty every drop out of my bladder before I head in.