Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

Meet up with some of your friends from BN and find out who's going to the show

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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

Post by FiremanMike »

OK Lubers anyone tailgating? If so where is the meeting place to caravan in? :)
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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Does anyone know what time the parking lot is opening?
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

Post by MDShark70 »

Probably around 4, perhaps a little bit earlier. Which is why when coupled with the other restrictions I won't be going. Like I've said before, management just killed the vibe for me at Stone Ridge/Nissan/Jiffy Lube. But I sincerely hope everyone that goes has a great time. I'm going to see Delbert McClinton that night at the Ram's Head in Annapolis. Maybe we can get him to cover Margaritaville! :D
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

Post by fruitcakes718 »

5 Parrotheads from the Buckeye state driving down for the show on Friday.....staying in Manassas. Any other of the "phlock" headed to that hotel? Struggling with the driving to the concert....Anyone have a bus or van that they need 5 more to fill?
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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phrankbama wrote: May 15, 2017 9:20 am Does anyone know what time the parking lot is opening?
JLL announced 4PM today.

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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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WVParrothead wrote: May 16, 2017 3:12 pmJLL announced 4PM today.

http://www.livenationvenue.com/jiffy-lube-live
I guess we got spoiled by the years of lots opening at noon but :evil:
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

Post by Captain Tony 20 »

I agree 100%. I've done Virginia Beach twice and the Lube once. Neither are worth the effort I put forth for less than 4 hours of tailgating. I wish Jimmie would stop coming to Virginia altogether. I would love him to bring back Charlotte and Raleigh.
MDShark70 wrote: February 3, 2017 1:31 pm I saw every show here from when it opened through 2013. Stuck it out through storms, brutal heat, the tailgate ban and return of limited tailgating. But I decided enough was enough. It's just such a hassle now with the late opening parking lot, traffic being backed up on Wellington Road and beyond etc. There was a time I'd have put that parking lot right up there with any of the other "great" ones on the tour. But no more. If I just wanted to listen to Jimmy's music I'll turn on the concert on XM. But as much effort as I put into tailgating, coordinating with "Buffett friends" and all the other logistics I can't justify that energy for about 4 hours of tailgating. I know I sound like a spoiled kid but that's how I feel and it's just not the same for me anymore. I'm very fortunate in that I can travel to see Jimmy at other venues so I haven't really missed Stone Ridge/Nissan/Jiffy Lube that much. They killed the vibe for me. I truly hope everyone going has a great time but it's just not for me anymore.
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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HAPPY BUFFETT DAY LUBERS !!!
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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tailgaitingph wrote: May 20, 2017 7:38 am HAPPY BUFFETT DAY LUBERS !!!
Are you coming today Andrea?
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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FunkHouse9 wrote: May 20, 2017 11:45 am
tailgaitingph wrote: May 20, 2017 7:38 am HAPPY BUFFETT DAY LUBERS !!!
Are you coming today Andrea?
I see in the MSC that you are. Are you meeting up with the BN people?
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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FunkHouse9 wrote: May 20, 2017 11:45 am
tailgaitingph wrote: May 20, 2017 7:38 am HAPPY BUFFETT DAY LUBERS !!!
Are you coming today Andrea?
Of course I am!
Are you coming early?
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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tailgaitingph wrote: May 20, 2017 1:30 pm
FunkHouse9 wrote: May 20, 2017 11:45 am
tailgaitingph wrote: May 20, 2017 7:38 am HAPPY BUFFETT DAY LUBERS !!!
Are you coming today Andrea?
Of course I am!
Are you coming early?
About to leave. ETA 4:00
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

Post by Littleskatersmom »

seriously, question just overheard (spoken by cops): if you're drinking, make sure you have ID on you. The times they have changed.
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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Not more than 10 MINUTES after our bus parked, there was a cop walking literally inspecting each bus (checking tires, cargo, blinkers, windshield wipers, horn). I have never seen anything like that in my life. One of the buses a few down got a sticker slapped on it saying it was unfit for operation. No idea how(or if) those folks got home.
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Re: Ok Lubers!!! Who's going to Bristow, VA May 20, 2017?

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What a great show!

I will say I felt an odd vibe from the lot staff & cops. We got in the lot as it opened & were in A7. Had the normal walk by of the cops & tried to make friends by offering water & food but kinda felt brushed off. Ok, whatever.
Then once I set up the luge there was an angry lot lady that came by. I had a solo cup on the ladder that people were putting tips in. She said I was charging people for shots, it was against the law & if I didn't take it down she would have me arrested! :o
So of course I took the cup down but she continued to linger a few cars down watching us like a hawk. I shut it down for a lil while. She then walked past again & have us a dirty look :roll:
I started things up again & next thing I know 2 guys (I'm assuming mgmt) came up saying she told them to 'check on us'. They saw we weren't doing anything wrong, we gave them cheeseburgers & water & they told us to have fun & moved on.
Most definitely a different vibe than years past but we made the best of it & had a blast.
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