Polkfest 2012

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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited February 2012
    this thread sure hit the skids.. even though airline prices skyrocketed recently.. i'm still holding out that I can make it.
    PolkFest 2012, who's going>?
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  • JimMueller
    JimMueller Posts: 100
    edited March 2012
    I plan to be there; anyone other Polkies in central Florida besides Joe and me?
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  • doctor r
    doctor r Posts: 837
    edited March 2012
    I'm in NE, so you will be coming by my house on the way Jim. I am marking my calander for a little time off. We have to go right by RT1's on the way also.
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited March 2012
    doctor r wrote: »
    We have to go right by RT1's on the way also.
    Rick

    No-Notice Hospitality Check!
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  • JimMueller
    JimMueller Posts: 100
    edited March 2012
    doctor r wrote: »
    I'm in NE, so you will be coming by my house on the way Jim. I am marking my calander for a little time off. We have to go right by RT1's on the way also.
    Rick

    Hmm, it sounds as if you're driving from Jax? I was planning on flying since it's only about $270 roundtrip at this time. Joe, if you get the time off what did you have in mind?
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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited March 2012
    Jim, I usually fly in Baltimore for PF.

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  • reeltrouble1
    reeltrouble1 Posts: 9,312
    edited March 2012
    George Grand wrote: »
    No-Notice Hospitality Check!

    It's all good, me and the Doc have valves to open.

    I won't be missing this one GG.

    RT1
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited March 2012
    reeltrouble1 wrote: »
    It's all good, me and the Doc have valves to open.RT1

    Great signature material here.

    See you there Big Daddy.
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited March 2012
    Swap meet!
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    edited March 2012
    Is anyone from the greater Houston area driving to PF that could bring me a pair of bookshelves w/stands currently residing in Katy?
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  • ohskigod
    ohskigod Posts: 6,502
    edited March 2012
    taking the time off.......ROAD TRIP!!!!!

    coming from North Jersey with a Chevy pickup regular cab, so room for one comfortably and 2 not so comfortably (think I might stick to one), if any South Jersians are interested.

    plenty of room for gear though if any shuttling is needed
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  • reeltrouble1
    reeltrouble1 Posts: 9,312
    edited March 2012
    ohskigod wrote: »
    plenty of room for gear though if any shuttling is needed

    hhhmmm...now there's a thought.
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  • TroyD
    TroyD Posts: 13,077
    edited March 2012
    Man, PF can't get here quick enough....

    BDT
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  • ohskigod
    ohskigod Posts: 6,502
    edited March 2012
    reeltrouble1 wrote: »
    hhhmmm...now there's a thought.

    nice, he says as he cruises Audiogon for 500 lb tube monoblocks in the NY metro area..lol

    my truck bed is covered like last time, with a locking tailgate even :)
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited March 2012
    I just hope Mark still has my Polk director chairs.
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    edited March 2012
    Big Dawg wrote: »
    Is anyone from the greater Houston area driving to PF that could bring me a pair of bookshelves w/stands currently residing in Katy?

    Anyone?
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited April 2012
    Well Mark and I should be attending, he had to check his schedule he thought he was going to be out of town that week but he's not so I can come down.

    It will be a great time, 2008 was a blast! George I'm looking forward to seeing you again.:smile:
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  • kab
    kab Posts: 275
    edited April 2012
    PolkFest - we're working on it.

    September will be here in a blink and we are working on plans for PolkFest. Over the next few weeks, I'll be passing along the agenda and additional details. As we will be celebrating our 40th anniversary, I can promise this Polkfest will be special.

    The festivities will start at our Baltimore headquarters at 10 am on Friday, September 21st where there will be tours, demos, peaks behind the curtain, etc. You can get as geek as you want. And as a special bonus, you will have the opportunity to abuse Patrick in person. If you have the stomach for more, the party gets serious on Saturday at a yet to be named location.

    If you're looking for places to stay, Toni has put a hold on a block of 25 rooms at the Hilton Pikesville. Dates held are 9/20, 9/21, 9/22 and 9/23. The rate is $120.00. You can call and book yourself. Mention "Polk Audio/Polk Fest" and ask to book under the room block for September. Rooms will be held until Sept 6th.

    Pikesville Hilton
    1726 Reisterstown Road
    Pikesville, MD 21208
    410-653-1100
    Polk Audio Polk Fest block of rooms
    $120.00 per night

    If you have ideas or suggestions to help make this more special, let me know.

    Al
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,645
    edited April 2012
    Will Stu's Baltimore video be shown again?
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  • cstmar01
    cstmar01 Posts: 4,424
    edited April 2012
    WOOOT!

    I'm planning on this, got the week off and will just have to book the room and flight.

    Can't wait to see everyone that I haven't been able to meet in person yet.

    I like when I tell people I'm going to Polkfest...they are like Polk? :eek: and then they stop asking questions...

    anyone in the WI area want to fly with me? I was prob going to fly out of Milwaukee or Chicago depending on what will be a better rate.
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  • Drenis
    Drenis Posts: 2,871
    edited April 2012
    Well last week brought forth an issue that will probably prevent me from attending PF... I shouldn't have hopped on the band wagon so soon.

    Needless to say I'm frustrated but it's out of my control.
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,193
    edited April 2012
    cstmar01 wrote: »
    WOOOT!

    I'm planning on this, got the week off and will just have to book the room and flight.

    Can't wait to see everyone that I haven't been able to meet in person yet.

    I like when I tell people I'm going to Polkfest...they are like Polk? :eek: and then they stop asking questions...

    anyone in the WI area want to fly with me? I was prob going to fly out of Milwaukee or Chicago depending on what will be a better rate.

    I'll be in touch when I can 100% solidfy I am going. When are you wanting to book?
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  • Big Dawg
    Big Dawg Posts: 2,005
    edited April 2012
    That's a really bad weekend for me - but, I really want to go. I expect to be there.
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  • kab
    kab Posts: 275
    edited April 2012
    F1nut wrote: »
    Will Stu's Baltimore video be shown again?

    If Stu is not in town, we'll run the video. But I am hoping for his live performance which is side-splitting.
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited April 2012
    for those people who have never been to a PolkFest.. do not miss it. you will kick yourself in the arse once you see and hear how much fun you missed out on. Sept is way far away still.. so plan accordingly. Unless you're attending a funeral (your own) you don't want to miss PF12 :biggrin:
    PolkFest 2012, who's going>?
    Vancouver, Canada Sept 30th, 2012 - Madonna concert :cheesygrin:
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  • strider
    strider Posts: 2,568
    edited April 2012
    kab wrote: »
    If Stu is not in town, we'll run the video. But I am hoping for his live performance which is side-splitting.

    Maybe you guys can do a routine with him giving you directions to something on "Blair" Rd. :cheesygrin:
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  • Drenis
    Drenis Posts: 2,871
    edited April 2012
    danger boy wrote: »
    for those people who have never been to a PolkFest.. do not miss it. you will kick yourself in the arse once you see and hear how much fun you missed out on. Sept is way far away still.. so plan accordingly. Unless you're attending a funeral (your own) you don't want to miss PF12 :biggrin:

    Its too bad when things get in the way of being able to have fun. Unless I win the lottery, I won't be there.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited April 2012
    I'm still in. Driving. Maybe I'll stop for coffee at Carl's.

    Planning to leave Thursday noonish.
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  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,504
    edited April 2012
    Ricardo wrote: »
    I'm still in. Driving. Maybe I'll stop for coffee at Carl's.

    Planning to leave Thursday noonish.

    Kewl! I'm waiting for vaca bids to start. If I get the week off, I'll meet Carl and drive up with him. Wonder if we'll have a 'white' van with speakers in the back this time? Or one with seats.:cheesygrin:
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited April 2012
    Ricardo wrote: »
    I'm still in. Driving. Maybe I'll stop for coffee at Carl's.

    Planning to leave Thursday noonish.

    Ricardo, what time will that put you in Baltimore on Thurs? I think I fly in around 7pm-ish

    anyone else checking in on Thurs?
    PolkFest 2012, who's going>?
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