Englishman in AZ part 3

[English on tour]

its only 18 days now until Mrs English and i fly over - and i cant wait!

everything is booked (apart from a hotel for the fist 4 night in Tempe - is there much to do around the town lake/downtown area btw - as i have seen hotel there that looks ok)

So what about meeting up tailgating etc! who wants to invite us to join them pre game


Also all other tips welcome - where is the best place to sit in SDS (which side etc)? what do i need to bring (water, hat, sun cream etc)? what time do you all get there? where will i be able to get a new jersey before the game?

and anything else you think i need to know?


CHEERS CHAPS

Ben

 

[CaptTurbo]

Im very excited about this trip and Im not even going lol.

Your beating me to see a game in AZ live.

Hope you guys have a great time!

 

[azwulf]

I'm just bit jealous.

Have fun over there.

 

[conraddobler]

Don't drink the water and stay on the lighted streets.


Don't forget your American plug adapter and watch for hurricanes.

 

[dreamcastrocks]

To answer your question OP, there is a ton to do around the town lake. Mill Avenue is right there with shops, a club, restaurants, bars, etc.

Are you staying at The Palms?

 

[Renz]

Sit on the west side of the stadium if possible. The sun will be at your back.

 

[jw7]

English - as far as a jersey/merchandise, you can buy them from the stands within the stadium. Try to find one of us season-ticket holders to go with you to buy it as we get a 20% discount. Replica Jerseys I belieive are $85, or about $68 after the discount.

 

[ANDY440]

English you are welcome to join our tailgate party in the world famous lot D .One of my motorcycle buddies is from England so I should be able to understand what your saying.We have a pretty good setup with a motorhome & all the ammenities you woulden't need to bring a thing.

 

[ANDY440]

We get there before the gates even open & a lot of ASFN'ers are tailgating in that corner (sw).

 

[dogpoo32]

Man that sounds like a lot of fun. I was thinking of going to see a game this season as well, but the only one that works with my school schedule is Philly. Seeing how I hate Philly, I would hate to see them win. <sigh> maybe next year. Let's all just hope my fiance gets into ASU's law school so I can be at every home game.

Oh and have fun English... you lucky man you.

 

[English on tour]

'I have also booked a fight from LIMA, PERU, to Phoenix for the Seahags game so maybe we can make this a real international event! I know AZ and can figure out the logistics but would be great to meet some of you guys, and agee wholeheartedly with nidan - DO NOT miss the Grand Canyon!

JMT' (FROM PART 2)
you still going to hags games JMT?

if i bring and England flag with Cardinals on it will i be able to hang it in SDS during the game somewhere? there is a firm over here that does the prints, but thought i would check before i ordered it!

 

[GreenCard]

Hey Ben, we have your old bridge here in Lake Havasu and lots of English flags flying.Be like jamming at home.

 

[blindseyed]

'I have also booked a fight from LIMA, PERU, to Phoenix for the Seahags game so maybe we can make this a real international event! I know AZ and can figure out the logistics but would be great to meet some of you guys, and agee wholeheartedly with nidan - DO NOT miss the Grand Canyon!

JMT' (FROM PART 2)
you still going to hags games JMT?

if i bring and England flag with Cardinals on it will i be able to hang it in SDS during the game somewhere? there is a firm over here that does the prints, but thought i would check before i ordered it!

Help me out here guys but I think the flag is OK. I've seen alot of Raider flags over the years, so why not an English flag with the Cards Logo?
Hey, why don't all the ASFN tailgaters say where they'll be and have your nicknames displayed somewhere (on your truck, hood, forhead, etc) maybe everybody can meet somewhere.....I never know where you guys are so I never get to meet before the games...

 

[CardLogic]

its only 18 days now until Mrs English and i fly over - and i cant wait!

everything is booked (apart from a hotel for the fist 4 night in Tempe - is there much to do around the town lake/downtown area btw - as i have seen hotel there that looks ok)

So what about meeting up tailgating etc! who wants to invite us to join them pre game


Also all other tips welcome - where is the best place to sit in SDS (which side etc)? what do i need to bring (water, hat, sun cream etc)? what time do you all get there? where will i be able to get a new jersey before the game?

and anything else you think i need to know?


CHEERS CHAPS

Ben

Downtown Tempe: Mill Ave., Tempe Town Lake, Arizonal State University. It's as good a place to hang as any!

Tailgating: Personally, due to church, I never can get their very early, but there is this - ASFN Tailgaters

SDS: Sit on the west side, bring water for sure, a hat and maybe even a small towel to shield your neck and face. Sunscreen is a must, a lot of the regulars are conditioned to 3-5 hours in the sun, but for an Englander such as yourself maximum protection would be wise... A severe case of sun poisoning could ruin your entire trip!

Don't forget the halftime meet!!!

 

[English on tour]

looking on the official site and where do i get one of these

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[English on tour]

Have i mentioned its only 8 days til i visit

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[blindseyed]

How long ya gonna be here for? Where are you staying? In Tempe?

 

[DeAnna]

Wow, you haven't booked your hotel in Tempe yet?? Bloody heck, you're going to have a hard time finding something reasonable at this time of the year!

 

[DeAnna]

looking on the official site and where do i get one of these

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That's Mr B's personal hat. I've seen him wear it. It's not for sale.

 

[English on tour]

Wow, you haven't booked your hotel in Tempe yet?? Bloody heck, you're going to have a hard time finding something reasonable at this time of the year!

its all booked now


just hunting about for travel insurance

its 4 nights tempe - 7 Vegas (including Grand Canyon trips etc) - then 6 in scottsdale!


BRING IT ON

 

[daytripper]

Sounds like you'll be covering a lot of ground in a short span of time.
And that'll be just the tip of the iceberg.
There are places like Show Low, Sedona, Lake Roosevelt,and Bisbee not to mention the largest Ponderosa pine forest in the world here to see.
Enjoy your trip.
Regards
Daytripper

 

[KingofCards]

Did you get your seats yet? If so where are you?

Come down to the NEZ! We get the sun but the weather is nice this time of year, it isn't August anymore.

Also definetly stop by Lot D, where Diehard/bleedingred's crew hang out. You can impress the misses by doing a beer bong!

Show up at the halftime meet as well. It is behind section 18 in the concourse. A bunch of us meet there to bitch about the game and drink some brews.

Anyway have fun man. Hope you have a good time!

 

[earthsci]

Come down to the NEZ! We get the sun but the weather is nice this time of year, it isn't August anymore.

King, for God's sake, he's from England!
Check this out.

 

[KingofCards]

Ok, sit in the shade and wear sunshade!

 

[earthsci]

Ok, sit in the shade and wear sunshade!

And pour cold water on him all game.