CanJam '08 - Head-Fi International Meet Florida Edition

[ldj325]

Man, this thread has only been up for 2 days and already the Florida folk are wasted.

I've got a feeling this one will be something special so I better start saving for a Florida vacation.

[MASantos]

GREAAAATTT!!!

I'm planning to go back to the US next year probably in the 1st quarter, living in Orlando,FL for quite a while. If I make it I'll be able to attend the meet and I certainly will!

And if everything goes well, I won't have 106º fever as last year in San Jose and can show you Florida Crew some serious drinking, European(Portuguese) style!

As soon as I know more details about being in Florida next year, I'll let you guys know!

Manuel

[bperboy]

Aw man I had chicago all planned out... pop on the amtrak with all my gear, no problem. Does anyone have any suggestions for getting the larger gear on airlines? Or should I even bother?

[MrSlacker]

Originally Posted by bperboy

Aw man I had chicago all planned out... pop on the amtrak with all my gear, no problem. Does anyone have any suggestions for getting the larger gear on airlines? Or should I even bother?

you can ship it

[bperboy]

Originally Posted by MrSlacker

you can ship it

Like straight to the hotel? Do it like a week before?

[manaox2]

x2 on the university finals... plus student teaching.

[flecom]

Originally Posted by Ooztuncer

can we swim in May - is water warm??

I'm *we are actually, me and my wife* are coming to FL by the way - woohoooo!!

its usually already in the 90's by may so i wouldent worry

[thrice]

Originally Posted by bperboy

Like straight to the hotel? Do it like a week before?

It depends on the gear. What are you bringing? You can certainly box gear up (very carefully and yet easy to unpack and inspect for the TSA) and check your gear as luggage. That's a bit of a risk though, but doable.

You could also ask a Floridian to take shipment of your gear and bring it to the hotel. or you can contact the hotel and ask them about having gear shipped, will they hold it?..etc.

Or just bring a small rig easily packed in your carry-on.

[flecom]

Originally Posted by thrice

You could also ask a Floridian to take shipment of your gear and bring it to the hotel.

if you do this make sure to get signature confirmation to protect you and whoever you are shipping it to...

[bperboy]

Originally Posted by thrice

Or just bring a small rig easily packed in your carry-on.

Yes, I was thinking about just taking my Millett Hybrid Max, very doable size-wise, but would you have to clear it with the airline first? I know, and you all know what that is, but I would think it'd stymy the TSA inspectors.

[thrice]

Originally Posted by jp11801

I really do need to clarify one thing here, the DIY panel 2 shots is a minimum, you are more than welcome to have as many mind erasers as you can handle.

Personally I put my money on Thrice (sorry (Nate) but I've seen that boy put down his fair share and then some mind erasers.

The reason for the 2 shot min is really the panelists while informative have been on their best behavior and we really want to see the real Shiznitz this time no politics no nicey nice just let it all hang out. Basically a steel cage match of headfi though no holds bar.

Thanks for the vote of confidence. I'm working hard to get ready. Keeping myself on a strict diet. Chimay, Dogfishhead, some Rochefort....and whatever else is good at the local imbibery.

Originally Posted by boomana

Or no bars on hold. Has someone actually called on Tina? NightWoundsTime, that's your job!

Originally Posted by Wmcmanus

I think this is one of those 5th amendment moments.

Originally Posted by jp11801

Tyrion: oh no Bluto we can't do mind erasers with you we might get in trouble,

Bluto, what happened to the south florida I used to know where the guts the glory the sheer stupidity the total disregard for humanity or the legal system

Originally Posted by tyrion

It's more like:
tyrion: And it ain't over now. 'Cause when the going gets tough . . . the tough get going. Who's with me? Let's Go! Come on! AAAAEEEEEGGGHHHH!! [tyrion runs out of the room alone; then returns] What the **** happened to the Florida Headfiers I used to know? Where's the spirit? Where's the guts, huh? "Ooh, we're afraid to go with you tyrion, we might get in trouble." Well just kiss my *** from now on! Not me! I'm not gonna take this...,

Originally Posted by ldj325

Man, this thread has only been up for 2 days and already the Florida folk are wasted.

I've got a feeling this one will be something special so I better start saving for a Florida vacation.

You have no idea... you should try to get to the Oct. meet. It's a reccommended warm-up. It's important to warm-up and know what your limits are so that when you pass them you are aware that you passed them.


On topic: I wasn't at the San Jose meet, but I heard great things about the K1000 room. Are there any plans to make a K1000 room?

[thrice]

Originally Posted by bperboy

Yes, I was thinking about just taking my Millett Hybrid Max, very doable size-wise, but would you have to clear it with the airline first? I know, and you all know what that is, but I would think it'd stymy the TSA inspectors.

It's never been a problem for me with portables and what not. I think just pack it up nice and neat and it should be fine. You could always pack it in your luggage wrapped in cloths and whatnot and then check that bag. Should be fine.

[tyrion]

Originally Posted by thrice

On topic: I wasn't at the San Jose meet, but I heard great things about the K1000 room. Are there any plans to make a K1000 room?

We are planning a few rooms depending on space available. It is our hope to have a K1000 room, a portable room and a computer as a source room. The portable room may be a hotel room. We haven't decided on the other two rooms.

[thrice]

Or an e-stat room. A quiet room for e-stats would be beneficial.

[rsaavedra]

I will certainly try my best to make it to this meet.