Yawn

goodroc · April 2009

New tix system - big mistake--- It takes away from the instant buzz of buying tix--

if this system continues for Pearl jam shows -- it will put an end to road trips and mulitple shows

just a thought do not flame -- thanks

The loyal fans who -- check and watch website daily should be rewarded for loyalty -- yes does it take time and energy yes-- but i for one enjoy it

and for those who assume i was shut out of EV tix-- i "won" tix to philly friday night show--

like.echoes · April 2009

*yawn*

SPEEDY MCCREADY · April 2009

seems to me that a lot of people here got their tickets to see Mr. Vedder....

maybe im wrong....

but this system seemed to work just fine..............

Chazz · April 2009

goodroc wrote:

New tix system - big mistake--- It takes away from the instant buzz of buying tix--

if this system continues for Pearl jam shows -- it will put an end to road trips and mulitple shows

just a thought do not flame -- thanks

The loyal fans who -- check and watch website daily should be rewarded for loyalty -- yes does it take time and energy yes-- but i for one enjoy it

and for those who assume i was shut out of EV tix-- i "won" tix to philly friday night show--

I'm not flaming but I disagree - especially with the bit i've highlighted - i'm lucky my job means that I spend most of my day in front of a computer, not everyone has that opportunity with the jobs they do/lives they lead - I know i didn't participate in this sale, but going from past experience trying to get PJ tickets (i.e MSG and Wembley) it SEEMS like a less tense way of doing things...thats my 2 cents

pjsteelerfan · April 2009

my_small_self wrote:

goodroc wrote:

New tix system - big mistake--- It takes away from the instant buzz of buying tix--

if this system continues for Pearl jam shows -- it will put an end to road trips and mulitple shows

just a thought do not flame -- thanks

The loyal fans who -- check and watch website daily should be rewarded for loyalty -- yes does it take time and energy yes-- but i for one enjoy it

and for those who assume i was shut out of EV tix-- i "won" tix to philly friday night show--

I'm not flaming but I disagree - especially with the bit i've highlighted - i'm lucky my job means that I spend most of my day in front of a computer, not everyone has that opportunity with the jobs they do/lives they lead - I know i didn't participate in this sale, but going from past experience trying to get PJ tickets (i.e MSG and Wembley) it SEEMS like a less tense way of doing things...thats my 2 cents

OK but couple things here, there are a lot of people that do have internet access, so do you change the system for the few people that don't. It is not like we come here one day and, surpirse, the tickets are on sale, they do give notice. And do you change the system since 3 or 4 shows sell out really fast when other don't? But the biggest thing is say there is a 60 show tour, or even 30, or 10. Say they have between 3000-5000 ten club seats. There is a lottery for every show. Do you know how long it would take to go through all the people in the lottery?

2-feign-reluctance · April 2009

i'm just glad i got to see EV and Liam Finn last year. final show. it was amazing.

Stephen Flow · April 2009

the lottery system won't be in place for Pearl Jam arena shows...

they did it like this because the venue's are too small to accommodate the amount of fans requesting tickets...

that being said... I think it's a great system, and it's much better than the old system they had in place... it was insane trying to get EV tickets the first time around... at least now everyone who really wants tickets has an equal chance of getting them.

mjb · April 2009

my only complaint was the "window" to enter the lottery was too long. The system should reward the people who make an effort to be here when they go on sale and follow all the little tweets, clues, etc. If the club didn't think that was important then they should be more upfront with info. Obviously they are trying to avoid overloading the system, etc., but I think there would have been far less entries (and a greater shot at winning) had the window been open for hours rather than days. Anyways, kudos to them for trying something different and not reward people with the fastest internet connection and "multiple clicking skills". I appreciate what they are trying to do, but considering I didn't win any lottery tickets, I am not exactly convinced I like it :?

Zoso · April 2009

I'm assuming that the lottery system was put in place for the EV tour just because;

- the small venues
- extreme high demand for tickets

There is no point for the PJ tickets as there are almost enough tickets for 10c members to go around.

Stephen Flow · April 2009

mjb wrote:

my only complaint was the "window" to enter the lottery was too long. The system should reward the people who make an effort to be here when they go on sale and follow all the little tweets, clues, etc. If the club didn't think that was important then they should be more upfront with info. Obviously they are trying to avoid overloading the system, etc., but I think there would have been far less entries (and a greater shot at winning) had the window been open for hours rather than days. Anyways, kudos to them for trying something different and not reward people with the fastest internet connection and "multiple clicking skills". I appreciate what they are trying to do, but considering I didn't win any lottery tickets, I am not exactly convinced I like it :?

I disagree with this.

I'm willing to bet that not even 20% of the fan club frequents this board, i'd venture to bet it's less than 20% actually.

Zoso · April 2009

Stephen Flow wrote:

mjb wrote:

my only complaint was the "window" to enter the lottery was too long. The system should reward the people who make an effort to be here when they go on sale and follow all the little tweets, clues, etc. If the club didn't think that was important then they should be more upfront with info. Obviously they are trying to avoid overloading the system, etc., but I think there would have been far less entries (and a greater shot at winning) had the window been open for hours rather than days. Anyways, kudos to them for trying something different and not reward people with the fastest internet connection and "multiple clicking skills". I appreciate what they are trying to do, but considering I didn't win any lottery tickets, I am not exactly convinced I like it :?

I disagree with this.

I'm willing to bet that not even 20% of the fan club frequents this board, i'd venture to bet it's less than 20% actually.

i agree I also think that the majority of PJ 10c members aren't on this board or even visit. The lottery was the fair to make these small solo shows happen.

soulsinging · April 2009

pjsteelerfan wrote:

my_small_self wrote:

goodroc wrote:

New tix system - big mistake--- It takes away from the instant buzz of buying tix--

if this system continues for Pearl jam shows -- it will put an end to road trips and mulitple shows

just a thought do not flame -- thanks

The loyal fans who -- check and watch website daily should be rewarded for loyalty -- yes does it take time and energy yes-- but i for one enjoy it

and for those who assume i was shut out of EV tix-- i "won" tix to philly friday night show--

I'm not flaming but I disagree - especially with the bit i've highlighted - i'm lucky my job means that I spend most of my day in front of a computer, not everyone has that opportunity with the jobs they do/lives they lead - I know i didn't participate in this sale, but going from past experience trying to get PJ tickets (i.e MSG and Wembley) it SEEMS like a less tense way of doing things...thats my 2 cents

OK but couple things here, there are a lot of people that do have internet access, so do you change the system for the few people that don't. It is not like we come here one day and, surpirse, the tickets are on sale, they do give notice. And do you change the system since 3 or 4 shows sell out really fast when other don't? But the biggest thing is say there is a 60 show tour, or even 30, or 10. Say they have between 3000-5000 ten club seats. There is a lottery for every show. Do you know how long it would take to go through all the people in the lottery?

You would think with computers and technology being what they are it'd take about 24 hours. But with a Mickey Mouse op like the 10c... years

Chazz · April 2009

pjsteelerfan wrote:

my_small_self wrote:

goodroc wrote:

New tix system - big mistake--- It takes away from the instant buzz of buying tix--

if this system continues for Pearl jam shows -- it will put an end to road trips and mulitple shows

just a thought do not flame -- thanks

The loyal fans who -- check and watch website daily should be rewarded for loyalty -- yes does it take time and energy yes-- but i for one enjoy it

and for those who assume i was shut out of EV tix-- i "won" tix to philly friday night show--

I'm not flaming but I disagree - especially with the bit i've highlighted - i'm lucky my job means that I spend most of my day in front of a computer, not everyone has that opportunity with the jobs they do/lives they lead - I know i didn't participate in this sale, but going from past experience trying to get PJ tickets (i.e MSG and Wembley) it SEEMS like a less tense way of doing things...thats my 2 cents

OK but couple things here, there are a lot of people that do have internet access, so do you change the system for the few people that don't. It is not like we come here one day and, surpirse, the tickets are on sale, they do give notice. And do you change the system since 3 or 4 shows sell out really fast when other don't? But the biggest thing is say there is a 60 show tour, or even 30, or 10. Say they have between 3000-5000 ten club seats. There is a lottery for every show. Do you know how long it would take to go through all the people in the lottery?

I know i mentioned MSG and Wembley as an example, but I was just really trying to say, this seemed a less stressful way to sell EV tickets with high demand but small venues. I just assume that they wouldn't use this method for PJ shows, especially as some of the venues don't always sell out straight away. Just highlighting that not every 10C member spends all day on the boards

pjsteelerfan · April 2009

my_small_self wrote:

I know i mentioned MSG and Wembley as an example, but I was just really trying to say, this seemed a less stressful way to sell EV tickets with high demand but small venues. I just assume that they wouldn't use this method for PJ shows, especially as some of the venues don't always sell out straight away. Just highlighting that not every 10C member spends all day on the boards

Ok- gotcha- I agree with you, I think this is the best way for EV and small shows like the Vic too.

decides2dream · April 2009

goodroc wrote:

New tix system - big mistake--- It takes away from the instant buzz of buying tix--

if this system continues for Pearl jam shows -- it will put an end to road trips and mulitple shows

just a thought do not flame -- thanks

The loyal fans who -- check and watch website daily should be rewarded for loyalty -- yes does it take time and energy yes-- but i for one enjoy it

and for those who assume i was shut out of EV tix-- i "won" tix to philly friday night show--

firstly, this was for EV tix only. we have no idea if it will be utilized for pj shows, at all. secondly, even if it were....why would it necessarily do away with road trips? :?: i'm not sure i follow that line of reasoning. 'rewarding' loyalty does not necessarily go hand in hand with taking 'time and energy.' i honestly don't have a problem putting time and energy into being a fan, but yes, it IS quite difficult to be here for sales, during work hours, especially when one wants multiple shows and the sales are staggered. i remember the italy shows in 2006, all went on sale simultANEOUSLY, that actually was far 'easier' to me than the staggered sales, tho i understand the rationale. anyhoo, i honestly don't think it's a system that will be utilized for pj shows, EXCEPT maybe for rare/small shows where demand will be uber-high, just like the EV shows. the ONLY time 've been shut out of 10c tix was EV in NYC last year. i've bought a LOT of 10c tix over the years, so definitely fortunate...traveled a lot for shows.....and will continue to do so in the future too. the only thing that would hinder that is $$$ and/or time off. this time around, i was lucky and scored for EV.

whatever system they utilize, i truly appreciate how they continaully tweak the system, listen for suggestions, make improvements, all for the benefit of US.

demetrios · April 2009

*yawn

polaris_x · April 2009

all the lottery system does is take away "advantages" of having a good internet connection and being able to be online at one specific time ... this system is no different than logging in and buying instantly on a first come first serve basis - no one is guaranteed tickets that way either ... all this system does is give everyone a fair chance at them whereas the old system favoured thos who have a good connection at the particular time of the ticket sale ...

as a longtime fan and member - i think this system was brilliant for ev shows .. limited shows, limited seats - it's the fairest way ... congrats to 10C for not worrying about pissing off some fans for the sake of all of them ...

QuarterToTen · April 2009

polaris_x wrote:

all the lottery system does is take away "advantages" of having a good internet connection and being able to be online at one specific time ... this system is no different than logging in and buying instantly on a first come first serve basis - no one is guaranteed tickets that way either ... all this system does is give everyone a fair chance at them whereas the old system favoured thos who have a good connection at the particular time of the ticket sale ...

as a longtime fan and member - i think this system was brilliant for ev shows .. limited shows, limited seats - it's the fairest way ... congrats to 10C for not worrying about pissing off some fans for the sake of all of them ...

couldn't agree more.

the lottery system simply leveled the playing field,
and gave everyone an equal chance, which is the ultimate goal.

Red Burrito · April 2009

QuarterToTen wrote:

polaris_x wrote:

all the lottery system does is take away "advantages" of having a good internet connection and being able to be online at one specific time ... this system is no different than logging in and buying instantly on a first come first serve basis - no one is guaranteed tickets that way either ... all this system does is give everyone a fair chance at them whereas the old system favoured thos who have a good connection at the particular time of the ticket sale ...

as a longtime fan and member - i think this system was brilliant for ev shows .. limited shows, limited seats - it's the fairest way ... congrats to 10C for not worrying about pissing off some fans for the sake of all of them ...

couldn't agree more.

the lottery system simply leveled the playing field,
and gave everyone an equal chance, which is the ultimate goal.

+1
+1

decides2dream · April 2009

Red Burrito wrote:

QuarterToTen wrote:

polaris_x wrote:

all the lottery system does is take away "advantages" of having a good internet connection and being able to be online at one specific time ... this system is no different than logging in and buying instantly on a first come first serve basis - no one is guaranteed tickets that way either ... all this system does is give everyone a fair chance at them whereas the old system favoured thos who have a good connection at the particular time of the ticket sale ...

as a longtime fan and member - i think this system was brilliant for ev shows .. limited shows, limited seats - it's the fairest way ... congrats to 10C for not worrying about pissing off some fans for the sake of all of them ...

couldn't agree more.

the lottery system simply leveled the playing field,
and gave everyone an equal chance, which is the ultimate goal.

+1
+1

just to echo the sentiment....EXACTLY!

DeLukin · April 2009

It was rigged. U R A Crazy Breed and I want a recount.

Yawn

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