And the saga continues,
You heard the whispers, you saw the flyers. Turbo Fest is returning to Chicagoland!! Now with double the fun with more games and systems to play. Best of all, there will be 3 T-16/PC Engine tournaments throughout. Come take part in our exciting 5-player Battle Lode Runner and Bombeman 94 tourney matches. Then, step into the shoes of Vic Viper as you try to navigate the treacherous obstacles the game throws your way in this high scoring tournament. Each winner will receive a DVD set of Turbo Views Volume 2.
Tournament times are as follows:
Battle Lode Runner: 12 PM
Bomberman 94: 2 PM
Salamander: 4 PM
The event will take place July 16th in Lombard, IL at the Heron Point Convention Center. The address is 665 W. North Ave in Lombard. It is in the same parking zone as the Fairfield Inn. Lombard is located a couple of miles west of Chicago. Turbo Fest is part of a retro-gaming convention called the Video Game Summit (VGS). The show, as well as Turbo Fest, will run from 11-6 PM. There will be many people selling retro games and many other tournaments for other consoles as well. Arcades will also be present.
Admission is $3, but the price is well worth the admission. Entrance into our tournaments is 100% free. We would love to meet fellow T-16 enthusiasts such as yourselves.
In comparison to MGC, the VGS is smaller. However, you will find that the gaming area is much spacious and can do a better job accommodating the awesomeness that is Turbo Fest. If you have any questions, please let me know.
Come spend the day with your PCEFX brethren.
Let's keep the good times rolling!
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Here is a list of people that are attending for sure:
chany60126
JoshTurboTrollX-16
DragonmasterDan
Mathius
Ash
BlueBMW
hizaygizirlz
Roy the Sunderer
alexsduo
majors
Here is a a list of people that may be attending:
guyjin
turbokon
Keranu
roflmao
tggodfrey
elseven
Emerald Rocker
I also want to point out some of the cool things Chicago has to offer in terms of gaming.
First off, Galloping Ghost Arcade is an absolute MUST-SEE. It is technically the second largest arcade in the US, and comprised of mostly retro arcades. It has got some pretty obscure cabinets such as Galaga 88, Street Fighter 1 (Fighting Street), Splatterhouse and many more. Feast your eyes on the amazing cabinet list:
http://www.gallopingghostarcade.com/games_list.htm
If you're in the mood for buying turbob games, you should check out the stores below. They have a decent selection of T-16 games.
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I'm tempted. :-k
To bad, I'm in Kansas. Would really love to go.
Good stuff Chany. Like I said you can most likely count me and a friend in. Consider us dead money in the tournaments.
The woman and I are obviously coming. :) I already have the that weekend requested off at work, and I can't wait!
Brought this up with the wife the other day. She agreed it would make a good ride trip. Now I'm very tempted.
our fam wouldn't miss it for the world. I wonder if more MGC peeps will make the jump? Quite a few people were asking about it as we plopped the flyers on the doors into and out of the convention!! HAHA!
Can't wait for more turbob gamer gathering!!
I am seriously thinking about attending.
One thing Turbofest needs a tatoo artist. I need a TG16 themed tatoo!
Carlson
Damn I wish I be there!
Quote from: 16-bit on 04/08/2011, 08:13 PMI am seriously thinking about attending.
One thing Turbofest needs a tatoo artist. I need a TG16 themed tatoo!
Carlson
Matt from MGC here! I bough your Super Fami. I personally would love to see you there just to chill and oBey. There will be plenty of other vendors there, so no one will be bothering you to sell/trade. :wink:
At least it will be warm! Been busy with a new cab and planning for Animazement. ...hows that go, "don't you...forget about meeeee"
Quote from: majors on 04/09/2011, 12:20 AMAt least it will be warm! Been busy with a new cab and planning for Animazement. ...hows that go, "don't you...forget about meeeee"
The song??? :lol:
Quote from: Mathius on 04/08/2011, 10:25 PMQuote from: 16-bit on 04/08/2011, 08:13 PMI am seriously thinking about attending.
One thing Turbofest needs a tatoo artist. I need a TG16 themed tatoo!
Carlson
Matt from MGC here! I bough your Super Fami. I personally would love to see you there just to chill and oBey. There will be plenty of other vendors there, so no one will be bothering you to sell/trade. :wink:
Has this been confirmed about other vendors? Last year there were no sellers, only trading/personal selling. If 16-bit showed up he'd be the only seller from what I understand. Could be a great reason to show up for those on the fence.....
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 04/12/2011, 11:20 AMHas this been confirmed about other vendors? Last year there were no sellers, only trading/personal selling. If 16-bit showed up he'd be the only seller from what I understand. Could be a great reason to show up for those on the fence.....
There was a gentleman selling Lynx games.
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 04/12/2011, 11:20 AMQuote from: Mathius on 04/08/2011, 10:25 PMQuote from: 16-bit on 04/08/2011, 08:13 PMI am seriously thinking about attending.
One thing Turbofest needs a tatoo artist. I need a TG16 themed tatoo!
Carlson
Matt from MGC here! I bough your Super Fami. I personally would love to see you there just to chill and oBey. There will be plenty of other vendors there, so no one will be bothering you to sell/trade. :wink:
Has this been confirmed about other vendors? Last year there were no sellers, only trading/personal selling. If 16-bit showed up he'd be the only seller from what I understand. Could be a great reason to show up for those on the fence.....
I am reading Chany's initial post where states "people selling/buying retro games" as vendors. Maybe not? Maybe it's peeps like you and me?
Quote from: Mathius on 04/12/2011, 11:48 AMI am reading Chany's initial post where states "people selling/buying retro games" as vendors. Maybe not? Maybe it's peeps like you and me?
Last year there WERE vendors. Just none of them large like in previous years when GOAT store had showed up. The largest vendor selling games last year had a giant table of Lynx games for sale. I bought Zaku from him!
Oh yeah that is correct. I do remember the Lynx guy selling Air Zonk....lol, I mean Zaku.
I do remember a couple, there was also a guy selling a Master System book and music. Was pretty sweet.
My bad!
Hey guys, as of right now there is one confirmed vendor at the VGS named Replay Vintage Games. The Lynx guy will definitely be coming back as well. I am itching to pick up a copy of Zaku for myself as well! The promoter of the event is currently in talks with other vendors, I will keep you guys posted. :)
Really excited to go in July. Looking foward to it. :dance: I am excited to see what the vendors are going to have :)
Contemplating going, maybe take my nephew.
sounds pretty cool, not much here like that in Maine :( Hope you guys have a great time!
If I didn't live all the way out in California, I would be there for sure! A Salamander tournament sounds awesome.
Chris
Salamander is such an awesome game. It blows the NES version away with its sharp graphics. The difficulty of the game makes it excellent for a tournament game. :)
Say whatever happened to 'Roy The Sunderer'? I met him at last years VGS, we had a blast with the multiplayer TG!!
:D
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 04/18/2011, 08:17 PMSay whatever happened to 'Roy The Sunderer'? I met him at last years VGS, we had a blast with the multiplayer TG!!
:D
Yeah, he seems to have disappeared. There's was quite a few irregular posters on the forums who showed up last year.
Hehe, Roy is a cool guy. He may be MIA here, but he can't escape my wrath since he is one of my contacts on FB. :twisted:
Yeah there were quite a few irregular posters last year. That one guy who made the snakeskin turbografx pinball controller and Bomberman arcade stick is awesome.
The prizes for each of the tourney winners have arrived: a pre-numbered set of Turbo Views Volume 2 :)
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hmmm.. Not too far a drive from VA.. I may consider this.
I saw adds requesting vendors for this on Craig's List. I'm sure it will attract a few as there is still about 10 weeks until the event.
Unfortunately for me, I won't be able to attend this year.
I will be in Chicago for ACEN next week though and Geekcon in Madison, WI this September. Next year I will be back at the Midwest Gaming Classic 2012 for sure.
Carlson
Quote from: 16-bit on 05/13/2011, 01:16 PMUnfortunately for me, I won't be able to attend this year.
I will be in Chicago for ACEN next week though and Geekcon in Madison, WI this September. Next year I will be back at the Midwest Gaming Classic 2012 for sure.
Carlson
Well holy shit, we'll see you at GeekKon in Madison!
Quote from: 16-bit on 05/13/2011, 01:16 PMUnfortunately for me, I won't be able to attend this year.
I will be in Chicago for ACEN next week though and Geekcon in Madison, WI this September. Next year I will be back at the Midwest Gaming Classic 2012 for sure.
Carlson
Bummer... :(
No problem Carlson, thanks for letting me know. I'm not much of an anime fan, but if you're attending ACEN, I may reconsider going.
I just thought I'd give you an update on Turbo Fest/VGS itself. We will have a whole room almost entirely for us!! This room was closed off last year. There will be four turbo stations available for people to play. The composition of those systems will be my T-16 with CD attachment and Turbo Duo. The other two will be figured out later. I do own a few hucard converters to play PCE games.
Adjacent to the turbo stations, there will be two Neo Geo AES systems to play with a wide variety of genres to choose from, and not just fighters. We will try out a couple of LAN games for the very first time such as League Bowling, Riding Hero, and Thrash Rally.
I'm still planning to hit this up, flying does not allow me a lot of options but if I can bring something to help out let me know.
My summer vacation plans have changed up a bit, so I've arranged to get the Thursday and Friday off before this event. I'm planning on driving up! :P If any additional hardware / software is needed for the game room just let me know!
Quote from: BlueBMW on 05/31/2011, 09:52 PMMy summer vacation plans have changed up a bit, so I've arranged to get the Thursday and Friday off before this event. I'm planning on driving up! :P If any additional hardware / software is needed for the game room just let me know!
I took the Friday beforehand off, did we want to plan any pre-show events, like a trip to Galloping Ghosts?
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 05/31/2011, 09:59 PMQuote from: BlueBMW on 05/31/2011, 09:52 PMMy summer vacation plans have changed up a bit, so I've arranged to get the Thursday and Friday off before this event. I'm planning on driving up! :P If any additional hardware / software is needed for the game room just let me know!
I took the Friday beforehand off, did we want to plan any pre-show events, like a trip to Galloping Ghosts?
I am game :)
Woo-hoo!! This is great. I'm also taking Friday off. Glad to hear you're coming to show Beamer and Majors. :)
Been so caught up with other cons...Anyone willing pick me up from the airport? There is a 1pm and 5:30pm arrival on Friday if one time works better for anyone. I can always take advantage of the wonderful Chicago public transit. Also, anyone getting a hotel room? I figure since it being a one day event most will just make it a day trip.
I work till 5pm on Friday, and most likely would be traveling in late Fri night or early Saturday morning. I think last year we came in Saturday. We'll be staying over till Sunday, then probably hit downtown Chicago and then head home in the afternoon.
I'd love to check out the local shenanigans after the show on Saturday!!
PS: The German Restaurant in that area has some of the tastiest beer I've ever had!! Must hit that up again!!! :)
http://www.schnitzelplatz.com/
Also I was bumming around this morning on facebook, and noticed there was no 'page' made for TurboFest. So I created one of just the TurboFest Tour. I hope that was ok. Just a way to get the word out to peeps, I actually already got a message asking me about what it was. :)
I'm thinking of just posting video's of past events, and dates of upcoming stops for the tour. I can send invites out when I get back from work to anyone that wants to be involved in TurbobFeccler!
Also, I'm thinking of contacting someone at Geek.kon that is being held in Madison in Sept about bringing some Turbo goodness, to kind of throw together a mini turbofest to go along with whatever gaming they got going. This'll be my first Geek.kon so we'll see if that is even a possibility.
One idea for 2012 could be our T-Shirts with a TurboFest tour 2012 - and places and dates for our 'tour' could look something like-
March 31st 2012 - Midwest Gaming Classic, Milwaukee WI
May 14th 2012 - Too Many Games, Phoenix, AZ
July 12th 2012 - Video Game Summit. Chicago IL
Sept 10th 2012 - Geek.kon, Madison WI
etc etc.
Lemme know what you think :)
Thumbs up for Turbo Fest Tour t-shirts!
You'all need to get out of the east and party in the south! The retro section of the game room at Animazement will grow next year. For the past three years it's just been my JP Duo Turbo-wise (with 2600, Gen, NES, etc). just something to think about...might be able to get folks a hook up.
Also, MAGFest is the best east coast gaming con IMO.
Star -> TMG in Arizona? Is that right?
Quote from: majors on 06/02/2011, 03:56 PMStar -> TMG in Arizona? Is that right?
No, I just made that up. TMG is in Philly (Google search)
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 06/02/2011, 10:57 AMA
Also, I'm thinking of contacting someone at Geek.kon that is being held in Madison in Sept about bringing some Turbo goodness, to kind of throw together a mini turbofest to go along with whatever gaming they got going. This'll be my first Geek.kon so we'll see if that is even a possibility.
The guys who run Geekcon are hardcore. They showed me pics of their gameroom and they had EVERYTHING. I really can't speak for them, but I would think they would be open to a Turbo Fest. I am really looking forward to attending that show as a vendor and an attendee.
Also any interest in a Turbo Fest outside of the Smithsonian Museum Spring 2012 to protest the exclusion of the TG16 from the video game art exhibition? We could all bring TurboExpresses/GTs and maybe a LT or two...LOL
Quote from: 16-bit on 06/03/2011, 01:32 AMQuote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 06/02/2011, 10:57 AMA
Also, I'm thinking of contacting someone at Geek.kon that is being held in Madison in Sept about bringing some Turbo goodness, to kind of throw together a mini turbofest to go along with whatever gaming they got going. This'll be my first Geek.kon so we'll see if that is even a possibility.
Also any interest in a Turbo Fest outside of the Smithsonian Museum Spring 2012 to protest the exclusion of the TG16 from the video game art exhibition? We could all bring TurboExpresses/GTs and maybe a LT or two...LOL
This angers me to no end! The Turbografx/PC Engine, Bonk, Ys, etc. must be included! I am tired of NEC's and Hudson's love child always getting the shaft! ....Fuckers!
I just laugh when people say 'fuckers' !! LOL, I also dig 'Shit Fer Brains'
As luck would have it, I just happened to exchange conversation with Sean Orange on Twitter (Fucking twitter) He said they'd love to have TurboFest be a part of GEEK.KON's video game room, and will suggest it at their next meeting!
O_O Turbob Fest's possible third stop of 2011 is in the works!!
Internet says Galloping Ghost has KoFXIII. Now I'm interested in a Friday outing and pay a visit.
Should we make a list of confirmed attendees from this forum?
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 06/14/2011, 11:15 AMShould we make a list of confirmed attendees from this forum?
Add Mathius M. Mathius and Ash to teh lists! :D
Im still planning on coming up. My dad is going to come with and visit some friends so I may need to hitch a ride if we do anything outside the convention saturday.
I'm bringing the usual gaggle- (Tasha, me, and two sons - age 12 and 10) the plan as of now is to arrive early Saturday morning and stay the night in hotel. We should make some plans to do something Saturday night (arcades, gaming, etc), and maybe do a tour of all the good places to find goods in the wild Sunday.
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 06/14/2011, 02:17 PMI'm bringing the usual gaggle- (Tasha, me, and two sons - age 12 and 10) the plan as of now is to arrive early Saturday morning and stay the night in hotel. We should make some plans to do something Saturday night (arcades, gaming, etc), and maybe do a tour of all the good places to find goods in the wild Sunday.
Sounds good to me.
This is so tempting.... I'm trying to come up with a way to make it work. :)
Quote from: guest on 06/14/2011, 03:18 PMThis is so tempting.... I'm trying to come up with a way to make it work. :)
where you coming from ROLFO?
Any idea as to what happened to 'Roy the Sunderer'? He was cool as hell last year, but has since disappeared.....
I'd be coming from Fayetteville, NC. It's almost a toss up cost wise driving vs flying... If I were to drive, I'd lose a day on each end, but could visit a friend in WV on my way. If I flew, I'd probably want to rent a car.... And me and the wife and kid are going to San Diego for 10 days later that month. Hard to justify 2 trips in one month. :)
Quote from: guest on 06/14/2011, 05:37 PMI'd be coming from Fayetteville, NC. It's almost a toss up cost wise driving vs flying... If I were to drive, I'd lose a day on each end, but could visit a friend in WV on my way. If I flew, I'd probably want to rent a car.... And me and the wife and kid are going to San Diego for 10 days later that month. Hard to justify 2 trips in one month. :)
Obeying the PC engine sometimes requires sacrifices.... theres no justification needed in this case. One simply must obey.
Hey hey, fellow NC head!
When I get up there, I will have no car so I'll be bumming. Lets keep planning.
Anyone who needs help getting around town I will have two seats available. I would prefer to have at least one person with me that knows the area.
Quote from: Mathius on 06/14/2011, 09:14 PMAnyone who needs help getting around town I will have two seats available. I would prefer to have at least one person with me that knows the area.
I have a small and messy car but we could definitely meet up and then just have cars follow one another so we could travel as a group.
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 06/15/2011, 07:40 AMQuote from: Mathius on 06/14/2011, 09:14 PMAnyone who needs help getting around town I will have two seats available. I would prefer to have at least one person with me that knows the area.
I have a small and messy car but we could definitely meet up and then just have cars follow one another so we could travel as a group.
a caravan if you will
If my brother's wedding isn't on that weekend, I just may be there!
Quote from: Keranu on 06/15/2011, 03:29 PMIf my brother's wedding isn't on that weekend, I just may be there!
Cool! :D
Quote from: Keranu on 06/15/2011, 03:29 PMIf my brother's wedding isn't on that weekend, I just may be there!
Nasa's getting married?! give him my congrats :)
Quote from: guyjin on 06/18/2011, 12:42 PMQuote from: Keranu on 06/15/2011, 03:29 PMIf my brother's wedding isn't on that weekend, I just may be there!
Nasa's getting married?! give him my congrats :)
Nah not him lol, he's basically unofficially married for life.
Looks like the wedding will be before the 16th, I think I should be available that weekend! I may have a Jungle Bros demo to supply by that time.
Quote from: Keranu on 06/18/2011, 01:04 PMQuote from: guyjin on 06/18/2011, 12:42 PMQuote from: Keranu on 06/15/2011, 03:29 PMIf my brother's wedding isn't on that weekend, I just may be there!
Nasa's getting married?! give him my congrats :)
Nah not him lol,
BEN?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!??!
That is awesome Keranu! :) We would love to have you and the demo at the show.
I updated my first post by adding two lists: one for people attending the show for sure and one for people that might attend.
Me thinks I will be at teh convention (I am going to use teh from now on)
Quote from: 16-bit on 06/03/2011, 01:32 AMQuote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 06/02/2011, 10:57 AMA
Also, I'm thinking of contacting someone at Geek.kon that is being held in Madison in Sept about bringing some Turbo goodness, to kind of throw together a mini turbofest to go along with whatever gaming they got going. This'll be my first Geek.kon so we'll see if that is even a possibility.
The guys who run Geekcon are hardcore. They showed me pics of their gameroom and they had EVERYTHING. I really can't speak for them, but I would think they would be open to a Turbo Fest. I am really looking forward to attending that show as a vendor and an attendee.
Also any interest in a Turbo Fest outside of the Smithsonian Museum Spring 2012 to protest the exclusion of the TG16 from the video game art exhibition? We could all bring TurboExpresses/GTs and maybe a LT or two...LOL
Actually, I would be interested in that.
If I could afford a plane ticket, I would be there... but right now, I can't afford a gumball. :(
Can I get some directions? I am going to be traveling north on the toll road (I-355 I think) coming from Indiana. I am not awesome enough to have a GPS.
Quote from: Mathius on 07/01/2011, 09:30 PMCan I get some directions? I am going to be traveling north on the toll road (I-355 I think) coming from Indiana. I am not awesome enough to have a GPS.
The VGS is literally right off of I-355 and North Avenue. It's just West of 355.
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/02/2011, 01:20 AMQuote from: Mathius on 07/01/2011, 09:30 PMCan I get some directions? I am going to be traveling north on the toll road (I-355 I think) coming from Indiana. I am not awesome enough to have a GPS.
The VGS is literally right off of I-355 and North Avenue. It's just West of 355.
Sweet! That's just as easy as the MGC hotel! Thanks Dan buddy! :D
Quote from: Mathius on 07/02/2011, 01:27 AMQuote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/02/2011, 01:20 AMQuote from: Mathius on 07/01/2011, 09:30 PMCan I get some directions? I am going to be traveling north on the toll road (I-355 I think) coming from Indiana. I am not awesome enough to have a GPS.
The VGS is literally right off of I-355 and North Avenue. It's just West of 355.
Sweet! That's just as easy as the MGC hotel! Thanks Dan buddy! :D
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&pq=heron+point+lombard&xhr=t&q=645+west+north+avenue&cp=17&client=firefox-a&hs=p2l&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&biw=990&bih=764&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl This will show you where it is from 355 and North Avenue, basically you're right there.
yea it's super easy to find. I'm really looking to hanging with you guys again! I better find me a copy of battle load runner to practice up on mah skillz!! LOL
You guys are real bastards at that AND bomberman!!
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/02/2011, 01:20 AMQuote from: Mathius on 07/01/2011, 09:30 PMCan I get some directions? I am going to be traveling north on the toll road (I-355 I think) coming from Indiana. I am not awesome enough to have a GPS.
The VGS is literally right off of I-355 and North Avenue. It's just West of 355.
Do you mean East?
Yep Mathius, you are correct. The convention center is just 1/2 a block east of 355 on North Ave. I think Dan accidently linked the wrong map. When you get onto North Ave from 355, it will be on the right hand side.
Quote from: chany60126 on 07/06/2011, 11:56 PMYep Mathius, you are correct. The convention center is just 1/2 a block east of 355 on North Ave. I think Dan accidently linked the wrong map. When you get onto North Ave from 355, it will be on the right hand side.
Dangit Dan! :P
Okay groovy! Thanks you two!
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/06/2011, 01:52 PMyea it's super easy to find. I'm really looking to hanging with you guys again! I better find me a copy of battle load runner to practice up on mah skillz!! LOL
You guys are real bastards at that AND bomberman!!
Hehe, Battle Lode Runner is a blast. It may even be my favorite multiplayer game on the system. You should download the game on Virtual Console for the time being. It is not quite obey, but hey. :P
Quote from: chany60126 on 07/07/2011, 12:31 AMQuote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/06/2011, 01:52 PMyea it's super easy to find. I'm really looking to hanging with you guys again! I better find me a copy of battle load runner to practice up on mah skillz!! LOL
You guys are real bastards at that AND bomberman!!
Hehe, Battle Lode Runner is a blast. It may even be my favorite multiplayer game on the system. You should download the game on Virtual Console for the time being. It is not quite obey, but hey. :P
I am a Battle Load Runner virgin. I have played the Commodore 64 version (which rocks!), and the NES version (which blows IIRC).
Edit- I am referring to the original Load Runner. Oops.
Quote from: chany60126 on 07/06/2011, 11:56 PMYep Mathius, you are correct. The convention center is just 1/2 a block east of 355 on North Ave. I think Dan accidently linked the wrong map. When you get onto North Ave from 355, it will be on the right hand side.
The map loads fine for me. Could differ depending on which browser he's using.
I tried in another browser and this is what it would need to be.
There's two different identical addresses within a few miles of each other, just different cities. When I was looking at it, it was right. But it pasted wrong.
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=645+west+north+avenue,+Lombard+IL&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=0x880fad34c61fee1d:0x2ac7c307d1c2e289,645+W+North+Ave,+Lombard,+IL&gl=us&ei=ppIVTpvPM_SjsQKK5Jxm&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CBkQ8gEwAA
Quote from: chany60126 on 07/07/2011, 12:31 AMQuote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/06/2011, 01:52 PMyea it's super easy to find. I'm really looking to hanging with you guys again! I better find me a copy of battle load runner to practice up on mah skillz!! LOL
You guys are real bastards at that AND bomberman!!
Hehe, Battle Lode Runner is a blast. It may even be my favorite multiplayer game on the system. You should download the game on Virtual Console for the time being. It is not quite obey, but hey. :P
I haven't slept or showered for 86 hours straight mastering this game. You all are going down!
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/07/2011, 08:17 AMI haven't slept or showered for 86 hours straight mastering this game. You all are going down!
Unless you're playing human opponents that practice isn't much help, the AI just stands in the same place and runs towards enemies.
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/07/2011, 07:02 AMQuote from: chany60126 on 07/06/2011, 11:56 PMYep Mathius, you are correct. The convention center is just 1/2 a block east of 355 on North Ave. I think Dan accidently linked the wrong map. When you get onto North Ave from 355, it will be on the right hand side.
The map loads fine for me. Could differ depending on which browser he's using.
I tried in another browser and this is what it would need to be.
There's two different identical addresses within a few miles of each other, just different cities. When I was looking at it, it was right. But it pasted wrong.
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=645+west+north+avenue,+Lombard+IL&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=0x880fad34c61fee1d:0x2ac7c307d1c2e289,645+W+North+Ave,+Lombard,+IL&gl=us&ei=ppIVTpvPM_SjsQKK5Jxm&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CBkQ8gEwAA
There we go! Thanks!
I was thinking of bringing my collection for trades or whatever anyway. Would you guys be interested in me bringing my region Modded Duo along with a projector just for added OBEY!?
O_O?
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/07/2011, 05:10 PMI was thinking of bringing my collection for trades or whatever anyway. Would you guys be interested in me bringing my region Modded Duo along with a projector just for added OBEY!?
O_O?
That actually might be a good idea if you want. Neither of my Duos are region modded so any PC engine HuCard
play will require a converter
YES!! Great idea JoshTurboTrollX-16. We should cover every square inch of that room with obey. A region modded duo would be awesome, that way we don't have to deal with converters and such.
I had planned on bringing the following:
- Supergrafx + games
- PC Engine DuoR + component converter (for any who want to see what all the fuss is about RGB modding)
- Laseractive + sega / nec PACs (The unit is for DragonmasterDan, but if he's willing to share, maybe peeps can try out the two LDROM2 games I've got)
- Some games, not sure what all games yet, but I'll bring some :D
Quote from: chany60126 on 07/07/2011, 05:56 PMYES!! Great idea JoshTurboTrollX-16. We should cover every square inch of that room with obey. A region modded duo would be awesome, that way we don't have to deal with converters and such.
Yep, last year doing Bomberman 94 and Battle Load Runner required use of the somewhat testy diving board converter you brought. A region modded duo would be an upgrade.
Awesome Beamer! That's some good stuff you will be bringing. :)
I will be bringing my Turbografx + CD attachment and Turbo Duo. I will also bring most of the games I own. My collection is composed mostly of US games, so any PC Engine games brought to the show would be super.
I will bring my Turbo-CD w/ Murai converter along with my modded Neo Geo just in case it will be needed.
Turbostar, I will be bringing some "possible trade" games along also.
There will be some sweet PCE obey in my case as well. :)
I'll probably also bring my Turbo Express that thesteve installed the switchless region mod on. Those mod chips should be arriving soon! :D
Sounds like we'll have PLENTY of systems hehe.
I wish I had another copy of BLR. I flove that game! It is one of my favorites. Please someone bring faceball for pce so I can try and buy :)
I can bring Faceball but its not really for sale... :mrgreen:
Quote from: alexsduo on 07/08/2011, 02:06 AMI wish I had another copy of BLR. I flove that game! It is one of my favorites. Please someone bring faceball for pce so I can try and buy :)
Thanks for loaning your BLR out!
My schedule at work got moved. I am now workign till 5pm on the 16th :( If you guys do anything afterwards or this goes late I can stop by after work.
Terry
someone bring a copy of Magical Chase for Alex to buy too! haha just kidding Alex sorry I couldn't resist! hehe
Quote from: tggodfrey on 07/08/2011, 09:18 AMMy schedule at work got moved. I am now workign till 5pm on the 16th :( If you guys do anything afterwards or this goes late I can stop by after work.
Terry
We're going out for Pizza at Roundheads Pizza in Lombard, off Roosevelt Road just West of Main Street after the VGS.
If anyone has a consolized MVS they want to bring and sell I'd buy it in a snap! I am getting tired of playing Metal Slug on my PS2. I wants it on real (modified) hardware!
o man wish I could join you guys this year but i got tickets for pitchfork :/
and why was R-Type taken out of the tournaments??? :)
because we figured you'd win again :wink:
Quote from: ElSeven on 07/09/2011, 03:55 PMo man wish I could join you guys this year but i got tickets for pitchfork :/
and why was R-Type taken out of the tournaments??? :)
WOW, now someone else has a chance to win!!! LOL :P
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/08/2011, 08:11 AMQuote from: alexsduo on 07/08/2011, 02:06 AMI wish I had another copy of BLR. I flove that game! It is one of my favorites. Please someone bring faceball for pce so I can try and buy :)
Thanks for loaning your BLR out!
thanks for being awesome!!
Quote from: RR1980 on 07/08/2011, 09:19 AMsomeone bring a copy of Magical Chase for Alex to buy too! haha just kidding Alex sorry I couldn't resist! hehe
At least I am not the one posting this, :) (I should have some interesting stuff to trade..)
Quote from: Mathius on 07/08/2011, 04:27 PMIf anyone has a consolized MVS they want to bring and sell I'd buy it in a snap! I am getting tired of playing Metal Slug on my PS2. I wants it on real (modified) hardware!
I have a cool little Nintendo Red Tent with a MVS installed inside, for sale..
Quote from: ElSeven on 07/09/2011, 03:55 PMo man wish I could join you guys this year but i got tickets for pitchfork :/
and why was R-Type taken out of the tournaments??? :)
Aren't there 3 days of Pitchfork, why did you have to pick that day :)
Looks like systems are good, so I will not bother lugging a Duo from NC. I'll bring a handful of games and converter as back up. Are we set for pads/taps? Those are easy to pack (remember, I'm flying).
My plan is to head up Friday to visit a friend, then hit VGS early Saturday. I haven't bothered looking at hotels but I figure I could find something Saturday night.
Quote from: majors on 07/11/2011, 11:21 AMLooks like systems are good, so I will not bother lugging a Duo from NC. I'll bring a handful of games and converter as back up. Are we set for pads/taps? Those are easy to pack (remember, I'm flying).
My plan is to head up Friday to visit a friend, then hit VGS early Saturday. I haven't bothered looking at hotels but I figure I could find something Saturday night.
Hotwire from your laptop, you could stay somewhere near for around $50 ;)
The plan as of now, is my Son, Tasha and myself are leaving Central WI at 6am. We should be able to get to the convo's doors by 12 noon or earlier(Depending on the speeding I do!). I'm bringing a collection of tradeable SNES, NES, Gens, Saturn, 7800, and Keith Courage. Along with my Turbob softs. As well as the Turbob Duob Region Modded and the Projector.
we game OBEY all day long, bitch about the good ole days and then go out for Pizza afterwards!
Also, is anyone interested in doing some retro-roundtable style shows/specials for my youtube channel? It'd be cool to talk to some of you guys about your favorite/least favorite games or modding and whatnot.
I'm sure we'll talk more at the show! :D
See you guys Saturday!
I'll make sure to grab Salamander, also.
Quote from: majors on 07/11/2011, 12:15 PMI'll make sure to grab Salamander, also.
Multiple Slammanders running Simultaneously!! O_O
Much appreciated Majors. :)
Also, does anybody have those adapters that allow you to play Turbografx controllers on Turbo Duo or PC Engine systems? For those who didn't attend last year's show, there was a guy who brought some awesome custom made turbografx controllers, including one specifically made for pinball games with buttons on the sides of the arcade stick. I will also bring along third party T-16 controllers that most of you have never played before.
I think I
Quote from: chany60126 on 07/11/2011, 05:17 PMMuch appreciated Majors. :)
Also, does anybody have those adapters that allow you to play Turbografx controllers on Turbo Duo or PC Engine systems? For those who didn't attend last year's show, there was a guy who brought some awesome custom made turbografx controllers, including one specifically made for pinball games with buttons on the sides of the arcade stick. I will also bring along third party T-16 controllers that most of you have never played before.
I may have one, but it may be lost somewhere :(
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/11/2011, 11:32 AMwe game OBEY all day long, bitch about the good ole days and then go out for Pizza afterwards!
What?? No sushi and beer?!?!? :wink: :lol:
http://youtu.be/i6oFqjmLRk4
Quote from: nectarsis on 07/11/2011, 08:27 PMQuote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/11/2011, 11:32 AMwe game OBEY all day long, bitch about the good ole days and then go out for Pizza afterwards!
What?? No sushi and beer?!?!? :wink: :lol:
http://youtu.be/i6oFqjmLRk4
It was your job to bring the sushi and beer... [-(
Looks like my buddy has to work Friday till 10pm...any one wanna save me a two hour bus ride and pick me up from the 'port? I do not see any hotel shuttles as of yet, and being so far, not likely. I can try to get in at these times on Friday:
8:34 AM ORD
10:53 AM ORD
12:55 PM ORD
3:25 PM ORD
5:07 PM ORD
7:06 PM ORD
9:16 PM ORD
Does it work for anyone? Still figuring out hotel stuff...anyone looking to split a room?
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/11/2011, 11:32 AMQuote from: majors on 07/11/2011, 11:21 AMLooks like systems are good, so I will not bother lugging a Duo from NC. I'll bring a handful of games and converter as back up. Are we set for pads/taps? Those are easy to pack (remember, I'm flying).
My plan is to head up Friday to visit a friend, then hit VGS early Saturday. I haven't bothered looking at hotels but I figure I could find something Saturday night.
Hotwire from your laptop, you could stay somewhere near for around $50 ;)
The plan as of now, is my Son, Tasha and myself are leaving Central WI at 6am. We should be able to get to the convo's doors by 12 noon or earlier(Depending on the speeding I do!). I'm bringing a collection of tradeable SNES, NES, Gens, Saturn, 7800, and Keith Courage. Along with my Turbob softs. As well as the Turbob Duob Region Modded and the Projector.
we game OBEY all day long, bitch about the good ole days and then go out for Pizza afterwards!
Also, is anyone interested in doing some retro-roundtable style shows/specials for my youtube channel? It'd be cool to talk to some of you guys about your favorite/least favorite games or modding and whatnot.
I'm sure we'll talk more at the show! :D
See you guys Saturday!
A roundtable discussion might be cool. With Chany, Dan, Byron, and myself it may end up being interesting.
Quote from: majors on 07/12/2011, 11:41 AMLooks like my buddy has to work Friday till 10pm...any one wanna save me a two hour bus ride and pick me up from the 'port? I do not see any hotel shuttles as of yet, and being so far, not likely. I can try to get in at these times on Friday:
8:34 AM ORD
10:53 AM ORD
12:55 PM ORD
3:25 PM ORD
5:07 PM ORD
7:06 PM ORD
9:16 PM ORD
Does it work for anyone? Still figuring out hotel stuff...anyone looking to split a room?
I don't know if Ash and me would be in a position to yet. Are you coming in to O'Hare?
Yes, o'hare. 30 minutes away from vgs.
Oh wow, it's almost here. I'm so coming to this! :dance:
Quote from: cyloaiza on 07/14/2011, 12:09 AMOh wow, it's almost here. I'm so coming to this! :dance:
See you there! You will be able to find us by following all the shouting coming from Nintendo fanboys attempting to make one sided arguments. The best defense against them is to just don't move. Their vision is based on movement.
Quote from: majors on 07/12/2011, 12:37 PMYes, o'hare. 30 minutes away from vgs.
Did you find a ride?
Quote from: BlueBMW on 07/14/2011, 12:25 AMDid you find a ride?
Always looking for a better ride, better to roll w/ TG heads rather than the homeless on the city bus. PM sent.
Quote from: nectarsis on 07/11/2011, 08:27 PMWhat?? No sushi and beer?!?!? :wink: :lol:
Nectie, are you coming?
Quote from: Mathius on 07/12/2011, 12:05 PMA roundtable discussion might be cool. With Chany, Dan, Byron, and myself it may end up being interesting.
What no lurboStar? :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:
Ha ha! Yeah, "lurbostar" would be conducting the panel I would assume. :wink:
Quote from: majors on 07/14/2011, 09:15 AMQuote from: BlueBMW on 07/14/2011, 12:25 AMDid you find a ride?
Always looking for a better ride, better to roll w/ TG heads rather than the homeless on the city bus. PM sent.
Glad you may have found a ride majors. I just wasn't sure if I would have been in a position to. I didn't want to say yes and then not make your arrival time.
I hope you have found some place to crash for the weekend.
Turbo Fest is almost here!!
There should be signs in the convention center indicating where to go, but just in case, the VGS will take place in the lower level of the building.
Make sure you guys arrive early enough so you can participate in all the tournaments starting with the 5-player game: Battle Lode Runner at 12 PM. :)
Quote from: Mathius on 07/14/2011, 12:34 PMHa ha! Yeah, "lurbostar" would be conducting the panel I would assume. :wink:
^ makes lurboing fun again!
So, you just need a Salamander from me? Do we need more taps, pads, Hu's, CD's? Last chance from NC. I know it's only 7 hours long...but that damn boy scout in me...
I'm planning on arriving in ORD at 5pm (might be 7pm, love the stand-by). I got a room at the HoJo 3 miles away(600 E Lake Street, 60101)...free shuttle and under $100, works for me! If anyone is down for some pre-party-ness, shoot me a PM and I can drop my number at you. Prolly could use a ride Saturday morn...breakfast anyone or are are just gonna gnaw on some loose KC Hu's?
I am all packed! Here is my cargo list:
Modded Neo Geo AES w/ a few goodies
TurboGrafx Super CD-ROM System w/ Murai Converter + The cream of my collection and a some possible trade fodder
-my NEC games container is freakin heavy!
That's all...I think
Good to hear everything will work out majors!!
Nice Mathius. That Neo Geo AES will come handy as we needed another system. :)
I brought my copy of Salamander also so it wouldn't feel left out. :)
Ash and me made it! Fairfield INN room 312.
The day of TurboFest has arrived!
:dance:
Woo-Hoo! Ash and me just got up and will be over there at 11.
Was great meeting some of you. Hope everyone had a good time.
We did! The company was great as always.
Absolutely awesome weekend! Met some new friends and several old ones! We all had a fantastic time though. Lots of turbo playing and story swapping. Special thanks to DragonMasterDan and Chany60126 for their coordination efforts on making the TurboFest happen!
Quote from: BlueBMW on 07/16/2011, 11:10 PMAbsolutely awesome weekend! Met some new friends and several old ones! We all had a fantastic time though. Lots of turbo playing and story swapping. Special thanks to DragonMasterDan and Chany60126 for their coordination efforts on making the TurboFest happen!
How could I forget D-Dan, Chany, and Rob?!?! Thanks guys for an awesome weekend! Josh, BlueBMW, and Majors were the icing on the cake! Great to meet you tggodfrey! :)
When will the obey-pics come?
Quote from: Tatsujin on 07/16/2011, 11:44 PMWhen will the obey-pics come?
Give me a bit :)
Quote from: Mathius on 07/16/2011, 11:51 PMQuote from: Tatsujin on 07/16/2011, 11:44 PMWhen will the obey-pics come?
Give me a bit :)
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Viewpoint!!! fuggin awesome!! man I need to head out to chicago someday. Looks like a blast!
Quote from: Opethian on 07/17/2011, 12:06 AMViewpoint!!! fuggin awesome!! man I need to head out to chicago someday. Looks like a blast!
That's the copy of Viewpoint that Joe "reviewed" for Game Sack.
It was awesome meeting everyone, I hope everyone had as much fun as I did!
I want to thank each and everyone of you guys that came out to support Turbo Fest. I hope everyone had a good time, I know I did. It was awesome meeting everybody. As long as the VGS continues on, we will continue to host Turbo Fest next year as well in Chicagoland.:)
wow look at those cupcakes! and those pizzas!
Look at how many of Mathius pictures have Alex wheelin' and dealin' in the background!
Hahaha! Alex actually seemed like a pretty cool guy. Had some decent stuff for sale too. Though he wanted $75 for a TG16... little high IMO. But still a nice guy :)
Looks like everyone had a good time! Hopefully the wife and I can make it to next year's meet. Be nice to actually meet some of the friends I've made here. Guess I will have to keep an eye out for the next year's date. :)
Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 07/17/2011, 01:58 AMLook at how many of Mathius pictures have Alex wheelin' and dealin' in the background!
:)
Quote from: BlueBMW on 07/17/2011, 07:24 AMHahaha! Alex actually seemed like a pretty cool guy. Had some decent stuff for sale too. Though he wanted $75 for a TG16... little high IMO. But still a nice guy :)
I dropped it to 60, and included ultra rare Keith Courage (pronounced korage) but, fortunately it will still be used as my back-backup system :)
Bluebeemer, thanks for that link, I was searching faceball and thought it had sold, evidently face ball is a totally and completely different game!!
I wanted to thank everyone for being awesome! I do not think I can wait until next year...
How could I forget the venerable Alexduo? I guess my camera didn't ha ha!
alex, treat that Facclerball 2000 with love and caring!! Zeej is having a blast with his new Wiimote with Motion Plus!! :D
lol, again, it was a blast to hang out again with all you guys!! I know I talked to Hizagizirls but didn't realize it was him till it was too late :C....
And I think I totally missed Terry......
Will be sharing pics and vids online soon!!
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/17/2011, 10:04 PMalex, treat that Facclerball 2000 with love and caring!! Zeej is having a blast with his new Wiimote with Motion Plus!! :D
lol, again, it was a blast to hang out again with all you guys!! I know I talked to Hizagizirls but didn't realize it was him till it was too late :C....
And I think I totally missed Terry......
Will be sharing pics and vids online soon!!
Turbostar, nice to sorta meet you.
You sold me the Genesis game right?
Sorry neither one of us realized what was going on b4 I took off, next time or the MGC I guess.
Unfortunately I left before Terry arrived.
As its been said many times it was a lot of fun.
was it master of monsters? if so, you'll have to let me know how it is!!
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/17/2011, 10:52 PMwas it master of monsters? if so, you'll have to let me know how it is!!
Yeah,
Thanks buddy, I'm going to check it out one of the 2 upcoming weekends I will let you know.
Enjoyed the show. Good getting up with the Northern Turboheads (and TN). New have a new appreciation for Battle Load Runner. I'm pretty much tapped out for cons until AWA (Sept 30-Oct 2), then the MAG (Jan 5-8). Back to trolling the threads for now.
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ha ha awesome!!! man that must of been a good time!!! uggg cant wait for mgc!
My Slammander score was 258,500 in case you missed it Chany!
Also, don't forget JD or DHG Hunter was also at VGS this past weekend!! he's also a pcfx forumite! Good to hang with him also. :D
Well we see how much T-Star scored now. But, what did "Josh" score?
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/18/2011, 10:36 PMMy Slammander score was 258,500 in case you missed it Chany!
Also, don't forget JD or DHG Hunter was also at VGS this past weekend!! he's also a pcfx forumite! Good to hang with him also. :D
Yep, I almost completely forgot about DHG Hunter.
Quote from: Mathius on 07/18/2011, 10:52 PMWell we see how much T-Star scored now. But, what did "Josh" score?
8 million. maybe 8 million and 2.
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/19/2011, 10:24 PMQuote from: Mathius on 07/18/2011, 10:52 PMWell we see how much T-Star scored now. But, what did "Josh" score?
8 million. maybe 8 million and 2.
Yeah, that's what I had in mind as well.
Awesome! Looks like you guys had heaps o fun!
Finally got a few pic's uploaded:
http://wedoca.dyndns.biz/gallery/index.php?level=album&id=13
All the dinner shots came out too dark, need to do a little editing magic for them.
Quote from: majors on 07/21/2011, 10:56 AMFinally got a few pic's uploaded:
http://wedoca.dyndns.biz/gallery/index.php?level=album&id=13
All the dinner shots came out too dark, need to do a little editing magic for them.
I like the description "Con was in basement". I think the proper term is lower level :P
Quote from: majors on 07/21/2011, 10:56 AMFinally got a few pic's uploaded:
http://wedoca.dyndns.biz/gallery/index.php?level=album&id=13
All the dinner shots came out too dark, need to do a little editing magic for them.
I like the fact that Majors and I both took pictures of our epic german beer!!
I didn't hear about the window smashing spree until now. I do know that there was some pretty heavy partying going on by some of the hotel guests. I got up late one night to step out and there was a half naked dude passed out in the floor in front of one of the rooms.
those VGS boys know how to throw down!
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/21/2011, 11:07 AMI like the description "Con was in basement". I think the proper term is lower level :P
No disrespect Dan or to VGS, my comments are normally off the cuff. Basement also give folks the idea that I had no cell service.
Quote from: tggodfrey on 07/16/2011, 08:11 PMWas great meeting some of you. Hope everyone had a good time.
I had a really awesome time :) I think we had a great turn out :)
Glad to hear it Ash. :) It was indeed a great turnout, especially compared to last year's TF. It was truly a blast organizing and taking part in this event. Looking forward to meeting up with you guys again at MGC!
Seconded! :D
Get those vids of VGS up on YT Josh! :-$ :P
Please. :)
Quote from: chany60126 on 07/23/2011, 06:56 PMGlad to hear it Ash. :) It was indeed a great turnout, especially compared to last year's TF. It was truly a blast organizing and taking part in this event. Looking forward to meeting up with you guys again at MGC!
I can no wait until MGC either!!!!!! I want to play on some pinball machinces :) I can not wait until meeting with you guys either. :)
Sorry I couldn't make it this year :( .
PS, where's the spinach on that pizza??? Can't have Chicago-style deep dish without the spinach!
Quote from: Mathius on 07/23/2011, 08:41 PMGet those vids of VGS up on YT Josh! :-$ :P
Please. :)
Up - https://www.youtube.com/user/shubibinman?feature=mhee
And Keranu, Spinach on Pizza sounds pretty sweet! i vote next year we come to your house and you make it right for us!! :D
Quote from: Keranu on 07/24/2011, 07:20 PMSorry I couldn't make it this year :( .
PS, where's the spinach on that pizza??? Can't have Chicago-style deep dish without the spinach!
Spinach doesn't belong on Pizza, it's barely even edible. Clearly, Spinach's only use is for when Bluto kidnaps Olive Oil.
Mmm the mozz + spinach melted together is a piece of heaven on Earth. A Chicago tradition.
Quote from: Keranu on 07/25/2011, 12:44 AMMmm the mozz + spinach melted together is a piece of heaven on Earth. A Chicago tradition.
Then be sure to come next year so you can school us in the art of eating like a "Chicagan." :)
Quote from: Keranu on 07/24/2011, 07:20 PMSorry I couldn't make it this year :( .
PS, where's the spinach on that pizza??? Can't have Chicago-style deep dish without the spinach!
We did not get spinach on the pizza. Never had Spinach on pizza. I wonder if it is any good.:-k ....Will had to try it sometime :)
Quote from: Ash on 07/25/2011, 05:38 PMWe did not get spinach on the pizza. Never had Spinach on pizza. I wonder if it is any good.:-k .
It's spinach.
I like all of gods vegetables. However, Spinach is a vegetable from hell and can ruin any dish.
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/25/2011, 08:42 PMIt's spinach.
I like all of gods vegetables. However, Spinach is a vegetable from hell and can ruin any dish.
I bet if you had it prepared properly you'd dig it.
Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 07/26/2011, 11:42 AMQuote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/25/2011, 08:42 PMIt's spinach.
I like all of gods vegetables. However, Spinach is a vegetable from hell and can ruin any dish.
I bet if you had it prepared properly you'd dig it.
I was predisposed to like spinach at a young age due to too much Popeye.
Keep in mind it's leaf spinach, not that murky, grinded canned stuff like you'd see Popeye eat. I think any doubters would be overwhelmingly surprised as to how good it tastes when cooked in deep dish :) . The iron taste associated with spinach dissipates when cooked and seems to add a certain sweetness. It totally melts in with the cheese so you won't find bits of green nestling between your teeth either. Try it!
Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/25/2011, 08:42 PMQuote from: Ash on 07/25/2011, 05:38 PMWe did not get spinach on the pizza. Never had Spinach on pizza. I wonder if it is any good.:-k .
It's spinach.
I like all of gods vegetables. However, Spinach is a vegetable from hell and can ruin any dish.
I would have to try it first to decide if I would like it or not. When I try everything a first time and if I do not like it then I do not ever try it again.
Quote from: Ash on 08/02/2011, 05:19 PMQuote from: DragonmasterDan on 07/25/2011, 08:42 PMQuote from: Ash on 07/25/2011, 05:38 PMWe did not get spinach on the pizza. Never had Spinach on pizza. I wonder if it is any good.:-k .
It's spinach.
I like all of gods vegetables. However, Spinach is a vegetable from hell and can ruin any dish.
I would have to try it first to decide if I would like it or not. When I try everything a first time and if I do not like it then I do not ever try it again.
Wait, are we still talking about spinach?