Any Cali peeps flying out?

[DiRTyBuNNy]

Since I realized only like 5 minutes ago that I can fly out late friday and fly home late sunday I wanted to know if any Cali peeps are going to be going and if we can room/share a rental car/whatever for the event. I know it's 5 months out but I really want to travel and make it out to this one..

Team AO-SoCal:
The DBizzle
No sKiLLz



Already Signed Up:
Gibby
TDS

[No sKiLLz]

Originally posted by DiRTyBuNNy
Since I realized only like 5 minutes ago that I can fly out late friday and fly home late sunday I wanted to know if any Cali peeps are going to be going and if we can room/share a rental car/whatever for the event. I know it's 5 months out but I really want to travel and make it out to this one..

If I go I'll split the cost with you.

You have to play paintball though.

[DiRTyBuNNy]

Well...I think by September I will have a functioning marker...I'm working on things...don't make me give up my secrets so easily..

[No sKiLLz]

Originally posted by DiRTyBuNNy
Well...I think by September I will have a functioning marker...I'm working on things...don't make me give up my secrets so easily..

So is that a yes? You don't mind sharing a room with No sKiLLz?

[DiRTyBuNNy]

not at all man...and that is a "yes"...let's see if we can get more peeps to come out...maybe TDS and Gibby...tried J.Lo but he'll be at officer's school...I'll start looking into flights and rooms soon just to get an idea what it would cost..

[gibby]

TDS and I just signed up. We're still not sure when we'll be leaving as she might not be able to take the Friday off. But let's definitely keep in touch and see if we can help minimize costs. Pitching in for a rental car would definitely be a plus!

[No sKiLLz]

How about a Van? Or Excursion? If we all pitch in it shouldn't be much at all.

[gibby]

Originally posted by No sKiLLz
How about a Van? Or Excursion? If we all pitch in it shouldn't be much at all.
Sounds good to me. We'll need it for all our gear. BTW, how are you guys handling the paintball marker issue on the flight over? Are you guys going to ship your stuff to the hotel or will you chance trying to take it with you on the flight?

First time we went, we had no problems. But since then, I've heard horror stories with regards to equipment not passing through.

[DiRTyBuNNy]

Originally posted by No sKiLLz
How about a Van? Or Excursion? If we all pitch in it shouldn't be much at all.

That's exactly what I was thinking...the more people..the bigger the car..and the smaller piece each of us has to dump in to make it work..

I haven't signed up yet. I probably won't till at least next week, maybe even next month because of budget concerns (I love sounding like congress).

My plan is to ship my gear to the hotel...I'm paranoid and I don't even trust a baggage handler as far I can kick him...

[No sKiLLz]

Originally posted by DiRTyBuNNy


That's exactly what I was thinking...the more people..the bigger the car..and the smaller piece each of us has to dump in to make it work..

I haven't signed up yet. I probably won't till at least next week, maybe even next month because of budget concerns (I love sounding like congress).

My plan is to ship my gear to the hotel...I'm paranoid and I don't even trust a baggage handler as far I can kick him...

Have you ever tried kicking a baggage handler? They have good hangtime.

I never considered the gun issue. There's another thing we can do together to consolidate shipping costs.

[Bad_Knees]

I can ship them from my work...send them a week or two in advance so I can package them properly after I take them out for weekend of fun. Seriously...I can get them all packed up here and ship it 2-3 day fedex to your destination.

BK

[gibby]

If we do end up shipping our stuff...I might know a guy or two who can be trustworthy. They can probably ship it back afterwards too.

I'm not so paranoid about the baggage handler snagging our stuff, more along the lines of, will I be able to pass check in. Last thing I want to do is go on a flight knowing my stuff isn't coming with me only to play with a rental. GAH!

Or, we can check up on the airline we'll be flying and see if we can get some type of prior authorization. Or something. Shoot me now if I'm just babbling. :)

[gibby]

Originally posted by Bad_Knees
I can ship them from my work...send them a week or two in advance so I can package them properly after I take them out for weekend of fun. Seriously...I can get them all packed up here and ship it 2-3 day fedex to your destination.

BK
Hrm...sounds shaddy to me. Do any of you fellas even know this guy?:p

[DiRTyBuNNy]

nope...never heard of him..


btw, for anyone that hasn't signed up if you'd like to sign up under a Team AO-SoCal I'd be willing to get that all started. I'll probably try to get us all signed up by the end of the month if it's at all possible. If you can do it by then I understand but usually people are lot more willing to commit after you've gotten a little money from them... $75...so let's aim for that unless people want to get the money in by the 22nd to get in one the first Tac-One drawing..

[gibby]

The team name I signed under was TooDamnSweet's Hoodlums. :)

Seeing how we might not have special jersies this year, we should all coordinate on at least wearing something. Should we be high class gangsters...or ratty street thugs?

[No sKiLLz]

Originally posted by gibby
The team name I signed under was TooDamnSweet's Hoodlums. :)

Seeing how we might not have special jersies this year, we should all coordinate on at least wearing something. Should we be high class gangsters...or ratty street thugs?

We're SoCal, we need to bling. Large "cash money" and Cadillac pendants and 12oz rings on each finger, especially the thumb.

I was thinking of a thug logo, like SCK (So Cal Koncieted) and yes, it's spelled wrong on purpose.

[No sKiLLz]

Yallz can holla "Nizzle Skizzle".

[gibby]

Originally posted by No sKiLLz
We're SoCal, we need to bling. Large "cash money" and Cadillac pendants and 12oz rings on each finger, especially the thumb.

I was thinking of a thug logo, like SCK (So Cal Koncieted) and yes, it's spelled wrong on purpose.
Hehe...that'd be sweet! Anyone have any Tommy Gun ammo clips laying around that we can slap on our guns? :D Guess we better slick back our hair huh? Or maybe I'll shave my head for the occasion?

Hrm..how about hitting up that one dude that does the AO jersies to make us a custom SCK themed gangsta jersey?

[DiRTyBuNNy]

We should all show up looking like Jamie Kennedy from "Malibu's Most Wanted"

[No sKiLLz]

Originally posted by DiRTyBuNNy
We should all show up looking like Jamie Kennedy from "Malibu's Most Wanted"

Best movie ever.

So you thinking jerseys with wife beater and tattoos printed on them?

No Tommy guns, we got gats yo. THUG LIFE!!!

[Bulldog]

Crap, I didn't even know this forum existed! I may have to overcome my dislike of flying for this. Looks like it could be a blast. What's the latest time I have to commit to this?

[DiRTyBuNNy]

Originally posted by No sKiLLz


Best movie ever.

So you thinking jerseys with wife beater and tattoos printed on them?

No Tommy guns, we got gats yo. THUG LIFE!!!

With Gucci tank covers and Louis Vuitton Murikami packs..

[DiRTyBuNNy]

Originally posted by Bulldog
Crap, I didn't even know this forum existed! I may have to overcome my dislike of flying for this. Looks like it could be a blast. What's the latest time I have to commit to this?

Well...since we're all flying in from all over the country I may make the flight up to you...I'm thinking we should have people nailed down with rooms booked by June-ish...I'm thinking the Hampton Inn off I-80. It's going for about $99 a night/double occupancy...and it's got high speed internet in every room...we can rent an SUV and pile all of our shiz in it..

So...the question is what do all those that haven't already paid want to call our team?

[RoadDawg]

Originally posted by Bulldog
Crap, I didn't even know this forum existed! I may have to overcome my dislike of flying for this. Looks like it could be a blast. What's the latest time I have to commit to this?

Same here. It sounds like fun but cash problems could be something else. If I do go I might have to pick myself up two PT Extremes to roll with. :)

[TooDamnSweet]

Wow! I didn't think anyone from CA would be interested in going since it's on the East Coast. It would really be great if you guys made it out.

[No sKiLLz]

Originally posted by TooDamnSweet
Wow! I didn't think anyone from CA would be interested in going since it's on the East Coast. It would really be great if you guys made it out.

East Coast?











































J/K. I petition for the name "SCK".

[TooDamnSweet]

And I thought you were my friend NoSkillz!!!!! LOL

Okay, so I'm from Hawaii and don't know geography very well. But I can dance the hula. :D

[DiRTyBuNNy]

Yes...well...we all know that TDS is gonna try and be the traitor for Bill's side this year....hahahhaha...

[TooDamnSweet]

Originally posted by DiRTyBuNNy
Yes...well...we all know that TDS is gonna try and be the traitor for Bill's side this year....hahahhaha...

LOL I knew all the AO guy's would think that I was a spy. I have no big roll in the game other than showing up, besides, it would be waaaaay too obvious.......right???
/me laughs the evil laugh

[cabldawg]

well myself and preacher will be going. We'll get there early fri mornin. we'll be stayin at the Hampton Inn and if ya have AAA it's 10.00 off see ya there

[tony3]

Originally posted by TooDamnSweet
Wow! I didn't think anyone from CA would be interested in going since it's on the East Coast. It would really be great if you guys made it out.

Chicago is the east coast? Since when:p

[TooDamnSweet]

Originally posted by tony3


Chicago is the east coast? Since when:p

LMBO Okay, so I can't read a map, but I'll be there. :D

[gibby]

Originally posted by TooDamnSweet
LMBO Okay, so I can't read a map, but I'll be there. :D
Hrm...let's see...can't read a map...but you'll find yourself there?! Are you sure? :p

[TooDamnSweet]

Originally posted by gibby

Hrm...let's see...can't read a map...but you'll find yourself there?! Are you sure? :p

I don't like you anymore. ;)

[gibby]

So TDS told me she already booked a hotel for the event. A sweet with a jacuzzi?! PM her for details. It'll be great to sit in that after a long day of paintball. :D

[No sKiLLz]

Gibster, how big is the room? And how much is it?

We need to roll in there DEEP and let them know SoCal is steady mobbin. :cool:

[gibby]

Gibster, how big is the room? And how much is it?

We need to roll in there DEEP and let them know SoCal is steady mobbin. :cool:
I'm not sure...I'll ask Yvonnie to post up hotel info/links when we get home from work tonight. Actually, I've yet to see pictures myself but it does sound nice. Price wise...I think you're looking at like $98 on weeknights, and around $118 for weekend nights?

Again, it'd be great to stay all in one place so we can rent something together and roll out together. We definitely have to show them what drive bys really means!

[TooDamnSweet]

Here's the link to the Empress Hotel and Casino.

The Jacuzzi suite was $115.00 for the Friday and Saturday and $89.00 for Sunday. The casino is across the parking lot. I don't think they have online reservations so you would have to call to reserve the room, your card isn't charged until check in. The hotel is starting to fill up so book the room as soon as you can if you wanna stay there. You can always cancel if you end up not going.

http://www.argosycasinos.com/property/joliet/the_casino/the_casino.asp

[DiRTyBuNNy]

so...it's been two months since the last post...where you all at now?

[TooDamnSweet]

so...it's been two months since the last post...where you all at now?

Still here. We registered and reserved our hotel room already. Just need to book the flights.

[cabldawg]

regestration....... done
flights............... done
hotel res........... done
car rental.......... done

[DiRTyBuNNy]

I'm still going back and forth...I haven't set anything up yet...but i'm a last minute person anyways...I just can't afford to front everything myself...if I can go halfsies with someone then I'll be a lot closer to committing..

[gibby]

so what's the word with the socal folks?! anyone still planning on going?! :confused:

[RoadDawg]

I can't afford to go. Maybe next year.