Octurbofest

[Bardoly]

Wow!  I just today discovered this.  I'll have to mark my schedule and see if I can come.   Brookfield isn't too far away from me - probably just under an hour away.  I was at the VGS in July, and I'd sure like to see more events like this.

[syphic]

any los angels cats wanna put something together?

Why there isnt something like this in Southern California! All the Socal peeps how about we get something going? Roll call, where are you all? Inland Empire here.

[Arjak]

*Sigh* It's things like this that make me wish I didn't live in the middle of nowhere. Wyoming's a nice place, but there's little to do there...

[bartre]

*Sigh* It's things like this that make me wish I didn't live in the middle of nowhere. Wyoming's a nice place, but there's little to do there...

where at in wyoming?

on a related note, who all is in the central midwest?

as I stated earlier, i won't be able to make it for turbofest, but i'm down for MGC 2013, at least as of yet, already put in the time off request.

[alexsduo]

Maybe we can skype it up, or facetime with the people in the middle of no where?

[esadajr]

Maybe we can skype it up, or facetime with the people in the middle of no where?

That would be awesome. Kinda like those DC and NES marathons.

[chany60126]

One month away from the show! 

Here a news story one of the local channels did on Galloping Ghost:

[alexsduo]

Wondering if y'all are interested in bringing turbobs for trading and such?

[turbokon]

I will be bringing my vid out and external controller port modded TE to show off to you guys:)

[BlueBMW]

I may have a small pile of turbobs for trade.

[jeffhlewis]

I'll be there - Galloping Ghost has to be seen to be believed; so amazing. Should be an awesome time.

If anyone would like to split a hotel let me know - it's far enough away from Milwaukee that it makes more sense to just stay overnight.

Also - for the Chicagoland folks, I went out with some buddies to Emporium in Wicker Park a couple weekends ago - it's like Brooklyn's BarCade but with a different vibe. A little on the hipster side for my taste but they have some nice cabinets in there and a really good beer list: http://emporiumchicago.com/

[jeffhlewis]

Also - BlueBMW - I'm shooting to have your SMS mod done by then. I'll hand deliver it for ya!

[BlueBMW]

Also - BlueBMW - I'm shooting to have your SMS mod done by then. I'll hand deliver it for ya!

Haha no rush on that!

[majors]

If anyone would like to split a hotel let me know - it's far enough away from Milwaukee that it makes more sense to just stay overnight.

PM sent. Anyone else looking to split a hotel in case this does not work out? Planning to arrive Friday but I can work with you.

[turbokon]

So what's the closest hotel to the turbofest and where are other turbobs going to stay?  I haven't started looking it.

[chany60126]

The closest hotel I can think of is the Rodeway Inn in Lyons, IL which is about a mile east of the arcade.
http://www.hotelsone.com/lyons-hotels-us/rodeway-inn-lyons.html?as=g&aid=7454091398&dsti=251582&dstt=8&label=ggehoeu-ESRI-bh251582&akw=rodeway%20inn%20lyons&asrc=Search&ast=&gclid=CKH3hszl07ICFYQ7Mgodqh0AVA

[BlueBMW]

I think I'm going to stay at my usual el cheapo Red Roof Inn in Downers Grove.... its not too to far away, and its close to Frys and DragonmasterDan

[TheClash603]

I've never wanted to drive anywhere less in my life...  is anyone thinking of flying in?  What is the approximate cost of a cab from the airport to the arcade?  Is the arcade in a place where I can easily catch a cab to the airport?

[jeffhlewis]

I've never wanted to drive anywhere less in my life...  is anyone thinking of flying in?  What is the approximate cost of a cab from the airport to the arcade?  Is the arcade in a place where I can easily catch a cab to the airport?

Depends - if you're flying into midway it's probably about a 20 minute drive. I'd say it's about 40 minutes from O'Hare (don't believe google map's estimates - you have to account for shitty illinois traffic).

Galloping Ghost is kind of out in the 'burbs a bit - not downtown at all. Depending on what kinds of deals you get you might be better off renting a cheap car for the trip. It's not like you're going to be able to walk out of your hotel and go to GG.

Is the gang up for another bank-breaking trip to that badass retro gaming store downtown?

[Flare65]

I think I'm going to stay at my usual el cheapo Red Roof Inn in Downers Grove.... its not too to far away, and its close to Frys and DragonmasterDan

That Frys is about 10 min way from me.  They sell all kinds of cool stuff there kinda like a Best Buy on steroids.  Lots of steroids.

[majors]

Depending on what kinds of deals you get you might be better off renting a cheap car for the trip. It's not like you're going to be able to walk out of your hotel and go to GG.

I can fly to match anothers arrival time, I have no prob chilling at O'hare waiting(there is a bar, right?!) for someone so we can split the cab or even better, call the BlueBMW Taxi Express! My Friday arrival options are: 8:29am, 10:50am, 12:41pm, 3:26pm, 5:16pm, 7:12pm, 9:24pm.

Public transport looks like 2 hour trek but you pass right by GG on the way to Red Roof. (I think out-of-towners should all stay in the same hotel so we can after party!)

[Mathius]

(I think out-of-towners should all stay in the same hotel so we can after party!)

Sounds good to me!

[BigusSchmuck]

Man I wish you guys could have this closer for some of us on the west coast, that would be so cool. Oh well, maybe someday when I make a bundle of money we will go.

[Bardoly]

Wondering if y'all are interested in bringing turbobs for trading and such? 

I'll be bringing all of my Turbo trade swag, and I hope that others do so also.

[Bardoly]

@jeffhlewis

So, what is this really good retro gaming store downtown that you speak of?

[Mathius]

@jeffhlewis

So, what is this really good retro gaming store downtown that you speak of?

I'll say this much; they have a boxed Soldier Blade.

...for way too much money.


I'll bring some PCE/Turbo trades plus some other trades for other systems.

[Flare65]

I think they wanted $250 for it last time I was there.  Tack on another 25.00 for sales tax 10.25%.  I think Chicago is tied with L.A. for the highest sales tax in the nation.

[Bardoly]

Are y'all talking about People Play Games on Clark Street?

I've never been there, but I would like to check them out.

[Mathius]

Are y'all talking about People Play Games on Clark Street?

I've never been there, but I would like to check them out.

I think that is the one. It's the one downtown. I am not positive that a trip would be doable since it takes several hours to get there. That will be Chany and D-Dan's call.

[chany60126]

People Play Games is a neat store as they have quite a diverse selection of games for different systems. The prices can be hit or miss with some of the rarer games such as the one Mathius alluded to above. The most difficult thing about People Play Games is parking and especially the commute. If you try going there in the late evening or at night, it is a nightmare.

As far as the Friday trip is concerned before the fest, I will talk it over with Dan and see if it's doable. It also depends on what time people will be arriving in town and where they will be staying at for purposes of carpooling. I'll keep you guys updated.

[jeffhlewis]

Are y'all talking about People Play Games on Clark Street?

I've never been there, but I would like to check them out.

I think that is the one. It's the one downtown. I am not positive that a trip would be doable since it takes several hours to get there. That will be Chany and D-Dan's call.

I'll have my truck (driving down from Milwaukee but staying overnight) so if anyone would like to carpool over to People Play Games I'm down. I can fit about 5 total unless you guys want to pile into the truck bed, haha.

Did we decide on a hotel location? I'm ready to book but I want to make sure I'm staying in the same place as everyone else. Last time I strayed from the group I wound up in the honeymoon suite at the comfort inn at Lombard. Quite the uh...experience.

[esadajr]

PPG is worth visiting. I could take three with me if anyone is interested. I'm in Northwest IN.

[Bardoly]

PPG is worth visiting. I could take three with me if anyone is interested. I'm in Northwest IN.

I'm in Northwest Indiana as well, and I've been wanting to make a trip up to PPG, but I just haven't found the time yet.

[jeffhlewis]

Also - BlueBMW - I'm shooting to have your SMS mod done by then. I'll hand deliver it for ya!

Haha no rush on that!

good - because I just realized that I put my last available FM chip in Mati's SMS haha. I just ordered a new batch; should be here in about 2 months. sorry for the delay man!

[Mathius]

PPG is worth visiting. I could take three with me if anyone is interested. I'm in Northwest IN.

I'm in Northwest Indiana as well, and I've been wanting to make a trip up to PPG, but I just haven't found the time yet.

Wow! And I thought Keith Courage and me were the only PCFX members from Indiana.

[BlueBMW]

Also - BlueBMW - I'm shooting to have your SMS mod done by then. I'll hand deliver it for ya!

Haha no rush on that!

good - because I just realized that I put my last available FM chip in Mati's SMS haha. I just ordered a new batch; should be here in about 2 months. sorry for the delay man!

As ive said, no rush. 

[turbokon]

Just found out today I might have to miss this. I might have to fly out to savanha, Georgia for a job interview that Friday. I'll know for sure next week.

[Mathius]

Just found out today I might have to miss this. I might have to fly out to savanha, Georgia for a job interview that Friday. I'll know for sure next week.

Keep us updated. Hope you can make it, but I am sure there will be other Turbofests in the future.

[esadajr]

I'm in Northwest Indiana as well, and I've been wanting to make a trip up to PPG, but I just haven't found the time yet.

It's definitively worth the trip. If subsequent trips are worth it, well, that's up to you to decide.

[hizaygizirlz]

If you guys meet somewhere to go to stores I might go with.  I don't want to drive downtown though I hate that.

[jeffhlewis]

Did we ever pick a hotel? Just looking at Google Maps - you have to go about 4 miles out to find a real, non-fleabag hotel - there's a holiday inn express and a hampton inn both within striking distance and fairly cheap.

If you guys are down with crappy motels, there are a bunch within walking distance of GG. I just tend to avoid those because i don't want to wake up with bed bugs and STDs!

[Mathius]

Did we ever pick a hotel? Just looking at Google Maps - you have to go about 4 miles out to find a real, non-fleabag hotel - there's a holiday inn express and a hampton inn both within striking distance and fairly cheap.

If you guys are down with crappy motels, there are a bunch within walking distance of GG. I just tend to avoid those because i don't want to wake up with bed bugs and STDs!

Hampton Inns are probably a safe bet.

[turbokon]

Yep, my interview is on the 18th in savannah, Georgia. They are flying wife and I and we going to spend a few days there to scope out the place. If all goes well, we might be leaving Kansas. Sorry, I was really looking forward to the octurbo fest and meeting you guys. Gonna have to wait until the next meet.

[BlueBMW]

Jeff, I was planning to do my usual el cheapo Red Roof Inn in Downers Grove.  Its a little further from the GGA, but its close to peeps I know, and I've stayed there before.

[jeffhlewis]

I'm probably going to book at the Hampton Inn - Red Roof is about a 15-20 minute drive; a little farther than I want to be (cheap though!)

Address for the Hampton:
2222 Enterprise Drive, Westchester, IL
(708) 409-1000

Address for the Red Roof:
1113 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL
(630) 963-4205

Anybody up for some beers or something later on Saturday night after the festivities?

[tggodfrey]

Both Westchester and Downers are on my route home from GGA so count me in for beers!

If you choose Downers Jeff, there is a Tilted Kilt nearby!!!!!!

[hizaygizirlz]

I'm probably going to book at the Hampton Inn - Red Roof is about a 15-20 minute drive; a little farther than I want to be (cheap though!)

Address for the Hampton:
2222 Enterprise Drive, Westchester, IL
(708) 409-1000

Address for the Red Roof:
1113 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL
(630) 963-4205

Anybody up for some beers or something later on Saturday night after the festivities?

I might be down for that.  I don't know though I'm not much of a drinker.

Or if people are coming early on Friday and want to do something Friday night I might be down for that too.

[DragonmasterDan]

There has been some consideration of a possible group trip to SuperDawg on Friday evening. But we haven't planned it out yet.

[jeffhlewis]

Both Westchester and Downers are on my route home from GGA so count me in for beers!

If you choose Downers Jeff, there is a Tilted Kilt nearby!!!!!! 

SOLD - changing reservations as we speak, haha. Red Roof it is!

Is everybody showing up Friday night or saturday morning?

[chany60126]

We are planning to go out to eat following the conclusion of the Octurbofest on Saturday night. The place has yet to be decided.