Calgary Blizzard

nc_jammer1

PowerSlave wrote:

Hi all ... we flew in to Calgary from the east coast to see this show. We are out at a hotel just north of the airport. Can someone recommend the best way to get to and from the show in these conditions?

The C-train runs in the Northeast (a few km's east of the airport area),...check with the hotel desk,...maybe they can shuttle to the train or line up a cab to train. You will take the train into downtown, then switch over to the Fish Creek train,... get off at Stampede Victoria station and trot to the Dome.
Getting home is where it gets tricky, the cab situation could be questionable to say the least. But at least its not a friday or saturday night. But I suggest using the hotel staff to assist.

nc_jammer1

PowerSlave wrote:

Hi all ... we flew in to Calgary from the east coast to see this show. We are out at a hotel just north of the airport. Can someone recommend the best way to get to and from the show in these conditions?

...but if you don't mind paying,...a cab is probably best. Grab a card from the cabbie maybe you can arrange for a pickup later.

TJack

My biggest concern is that there is always the chance of hitting the ditch and like you said Dave - being stranded in your car in -20 is not something I want to do. As much as I love PJ, my 2 kids mean more to me and I can't risk it.

Love it if they would play Unthought Known tonight

davethenflder

TJack wrote:

My biggest concern is that there is always the chance of hitting the ditch and like you said Dave - being stranded in your car in -20 is not something I want to do. As much as I love PJ, my 2 kids mean more to me and I can't risk it.

Love it if they would play Unthought Known tonight

Ya bro best not chance it. You made the right decision. I'm with you so if you feel bad to miss PJ, I'm in the same boat and feel what you are feeling right now.

davethenflder

http://www.theweathernetwork.com/videos ... 93038001_0

msujammer

Started making the drive up this morning from Great Falls, Montana and turned around. Couldn't see the interstate and was slick as hell. We made it about 70 miles before calling it and turning back. To those traveling, please be safe! Bummed I can't donate my TC tickets or something since we won't be there now.

acharding

part of me wishes they would just cancel and reschedule so the poor people that can't make it to the concert wouldn't just have to miss it. (and so people would stay home and be safe)

Part of me hopes they don't cancel because a lot of people have traveled from a long way and are already in town

In short...I don't envy Pearl Jam having to make this decision. Either way, it sucks

ajaxslax

acharding wrote:

part of me wishes they would just cancel and reschedule so the poor people that can't make it to the concert wouldn't just have to miss it. (and so people would stay home and be safe)

Part of me hopes they don't cancel because a lot of people have traveled from a long way and are already in town

In short...I don't envy Pearl Jam having to make this decision. Either way, it sucks

Maybe they could just make sure they come back in early 2014.

nc_jammer1

ajaxslax wrote:

acharding wrote:

part of me wishes they would just cancel and reschedule so the poor people that can't make it to the concert wouldn't just have to miss it. (and so people would stay home and be safe)

Part of me hopes they don't cancel because a lot of people have traveled from a long way and are already in town

In short...I don't envy Pearl Jam having to make this decision. Either way, it sucks

Maybe they could just make sure they come back in early 2014.

Great Idea!! Maybe just wait for spring though.

davethenflder

Ya maybe that means they will have to come back for another show in 2014.

let's face it, its a first world problem. Sucks to all us that can't make it and we pout and cry, etc, but to those that did make it and travelled to be there I hope its a fantastic show. I'm excited for you all, just rock out a little harder for us folk. Be thankful you got there safely.

prljamgirl

acharding wrote:

part of me wishes they would just cancel and reschedule so the poor people that can't make it to the concert wouldn't just have to miss it. (and so people would stay home and be safe)

Part of me hopes they don't cancel because a lot of people have traveled from a long way and are already in town

In short...I don't envy Pearl Jam having to make this decision. Either way, it sucks

I understand what you're saying about people who can't make it to town because of the highways, but how fair is that to those of us who made alternate arrangements to get here early? My husband and I were supposed to fly in today, our flight would only now be leaving Edmonton....but we changed it and flew in last night, extra night in a hotel. We aren't the only people who made alternate travel plans. It sucks that some people can't make it because of the roads. But Calgary has an excellent train system and those who are in the city already shouldn't have too much difficulty getting there.

PJ_Soul

TJack wrote:

My biggest concern is that there is always the chance of hitting the ditch and like you said Dave - being stranded in your car in -20 is not something I want to do. As much as I love PJ, my 2 kids mean more to me and I can't risk it.

Love it if they would play Unthought Known tonight

Definitely the right decision..... Maybe PJ will come back soon and do another show for those who can't make it tonight.
This really sucks though. I'm so sorry - what a disappointment. PJ and the weather aren't getting along too well this year.

acharding

prljamgirl wrote:

acharding wrote:

part of me wishes they would just cancel and reschedule so the poor people that can't make it to the concert wouldn't just have to miss it. (and so people would stay home and be safe)

Part of me hopes they don't cancel because a lot of people have traveled from a long way and are already in town

In short...I don't envy Pearl Jam having to make this decision. Either way, it sucks

I understand what you're saying about people who can't make it to town because of the highways, but how fair is that to those of us who made alternate arrangements to get here early? My husband and I were supposed to fly in today, our flight would only now be leaving Edmonton....but we changed it and flew in last night, extra night in a hotel. We aren't the only people who made alternate travel plans. It sucks that some people can't make it because of the roads. But Calgary has an excellent train system and those who are in the city already shouldn't have too much difficulty getting there.

see point number 2...

Blood Red Mosquito

msujammer wrote:

Started making the drive up this morning from Great Falls, Montana and turned around. Couldn't see the interstate and was slick as hell. We made it about 70 miles before calling it and turning back. To those traveling, please be safe! Bummed I can't donate my TC tickets or something since we won't be there now.

Sorry man. Bummer, but better to be safe

davethenflder

You are lucky, so I hope for your sake the show continues because you just spent MORE money to make this happen for yourself.

You got a vaild point about going early and making other arrangements but not everyone can for whatever reasons. But like I said in my earlier post, just rock out a little harder for us and have a stellar time. I am genuinely happy for all those that can make it. Positive vibes!

prljamgirl wrote:

acharding wrote:

part of me wishes they would just cancel and reschedule so the poor people that can't make it to the concert wouldn't just have to miss it. (and so people would stay home and be safe)

Part of me hopes they don't cancel because a lot of people have traveled from a long way and are already in town

In short...I don't envy Pearl Jam having to make this decision. Either way, it sucks

I understand what you're saying about people who can't make it to town because of the highways, but how fair is that to those of us who made alternate arrangements to get here early? My husband and I were supposed to fly in today, our flight would only now be leaving Edmonton....but we changed it and flew in last night, extra night in a hotel. We aren't the only people who made alternate travel plans. It sucks that some people can't make it because of the roads. But Calgary has an excellent train system and those who are in the city already shouldn't have too much difficulty getting there.

PJ_Soul

prljamgirl wrote:

acharding wrote:

part of me wishes they would just cancel and reschedule so the poor people that can't make it to the concert wouldn't just have to miss it. (and so people would stay home and be safe)

Part of me hopes they don't cancel because a lot of people have traveled from a long way and are already in town

In short...I don't envy Pearl Jam having to make this decision. Either way, it sucks

I understand what you're saying about people who can't make it to town because of the highways, but how fair is that to those of us who made alternate arrangements to get here early? My husband and I were supposed to fly in today, our flight would only now be leaving Edmonton....but we changed it and flew in last night, extra night in a hotel. We aren't the only people who made alternate travel plans. It sucks that some people can't make it because of the roads. But Calgary has an excellent train system and those who are in the city already shouldn't have too much difficulty getting there.

If PJ's is already in town and at the Saddledome (and obviously that can't get out of town until tomorrow sometime at best), then of course they should go on with the show. BUT they should also offer refunds or credit or SOMETHING for those who can't get there. I know that's not realistic - the show still costs the band the same amount to put on, even if only two people showed up for it (how weird would THAT be?? ). But in a perfect world, the fans wouldn't lose out on the money when it's completely out of their control..... Well, maybe 10C should at least send everyone with tix the digital bootleg for free.

ajaxslax

PJ_Soul wrote:

prljamgirl wrote:

acharding wrote:

part of me wishes they would just cancel and reschedule so the poor people that can't make it to the concert wouldn't just have to miss it. (and so people would stay home and be safe)

Part of me hopes they don't cancel because a lot of people have traveled from a long way and are already in town

In short...I don't envy Pearl Jam having to make this decision. Either way, it sucks

I understand what you're saying about people who can't make it to town because of the highways, but how fair is that to those of us who made alternate arrangements to get here early? My husband and I were supposed to fly in today, our flight would only now be leaving Edmonton....but we changed it and flew in last night, extra night in a hotel. We aren't the only people who made alternate travel plans. It sucks that some people can't make it because of the roads. But Calgary has an excellent train system and those who are in the city already shouldn't have too much difficulty getting there.

If PJ's is already in town and at the Saddledome (and obviously that can't get out of town until tomorrow sometime at best), then of course they should go on with the show. BUT they should also offer refunds or credit or SOMETHING for those who can't get there. I know that's not realistic - the show still costs the band the same amount to put on, even if only two people showed up for it (how weird would THAT be?? ). But in a perfect world, the fans wouldn't lose out on the money when it's completely out of their control..... Well, maybe 10C should at least send everyone with tix the digital bootleg for free.

Can pretty much guarantee they'll do something great. They're all about the fans.

davethenflder

Now there's an idea

PJ_Soul wrote:

prljamgirl wrote:

acharding wrote:

part of me wishes they would just cancel and reschedule so the poor people that can't make it to the concert wouldn't just have to miss it. (and so people would stay home and be safe)

Part of me hopes they don't cancel because a lot of people have traveled from a long way and are already in town

In short...I don't envy Pearl Jam having to make this decision. Either way, it sucks

I understand what you're saying about people who can't make it to town because of the highways, but how fair is that to those of us who made alternate arrangements to get here early? My husband and I were supposed to fly in today, our flight would only now be leaving Edmonton....but we changed it and flew in last night, extra night in a hotel. We aren't the only people who made alternate travel plans. It sucks that some people can't make it because of the roads. But Calgary has an excellent train system and those who are in the city already shouldn't have too much difficulty getting there.

If PJ's is already in town and at the Saddledome (and obviously that can't get out of town until tomorrow sometime at best), then of course they should go on with the show. BUT they should also offer refunds or credit or SOMETHING for those who can't get there. I know that's not realistic - the show still costs the band the same amount to put on, even if only two people showed up for it (how weird would THAT be?? ). But in a perfect world, the fans wouldn't lose out on the money when it's completely out of their control..... Well, maybe 10C should at least send everyone with tix the digital bootleg for free.

davethenflder

You made the right decision. I feel sad for you but at the same time its the smartest decision. Stay safe please!!

msujammer wrote:

Started making the drive up this morning from Great Falls, Montana and turned around. Couldn't see the interstate and was slick as hell. We made it about 70 miles before calling it and turning back. To those traveling, please be safe! Bummed I can't donate my TC tickets or something since we won't be there now.

davethenflder

For those that do attempt the drive, please look at this website. RED = BAD

http://www.amaroadreports.ca/