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DukeHarding

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How many bowlers are going
« on: July 17, 2009, 05:06:58 PM »
to Shoot the USBC Nationals next year in Reno?

If you are not why, are you not?

If you are why?

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Minnesota Don

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Re: How many bowlers are going
« Reply #31 on: July 20, 2009, 02:06:07 PM »
What are the specials for going both years? Where is the info posted?
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DukeHarding

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Re: How many bowlers are going
« Reply #32 on: July 20, 2009, 02:18:57 PM »
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Yes, I plan to go to Reno next year, because I always go, and I've already paid.

Although you didn't ask, I'll be going to Reno again in 2011, Baton Rouge in 2012, Reno in 2013, and wherever in 2014 and beyond.

I enjoyed the trip to Vegas.  I drove this year from Chicago, and it was an enjoyable drive.  I had no problems with traffic in Vegas, but I did not take my car anywhere near the strip.  We stayed at Sam's Town, and when we visited the strip or Fremont Street, we took the free Sam's Town shuttle.  We used the monorail to get around when we went to the strip.  It all worked out very well.  I did make several runs to the airport from Sam's Town to pick up members of our group, and had no problems with traffic for any of those trips, either.

I enjoy Vegas in small doses, and will be returning in the future.

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Rick,
That's a nice drive if you make the time, and you don't mind driving.
I lived in Vegas in 1979-81. I visited in 1991, and thought it had changed.
I was in shock...
My wife always hated Vegas, now she does meeting planning, and a lot of people love Vegas.

How are you doing?

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Tateman

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Re: How many bowlers are going
« Reply #33 on: July 21, 2009, 02:47:24 AM »
Well, I have gotten worse the last three years, but have just been a sub too.  Maybe I can turn it around in Reno  I plan on trying to bowl them all.  I wish I could bowl on this pattern a lot.
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ozsweet

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Re: How many bowlers are going
« Reply #34 on: July 21, 2009, 04:24:26 AM »
1) I am not exactly sure how many bowlers are going, but my guess is 65,000

2) I am going because I moved out of CT about 11 years and it is the one time each year that I get to see a group of my friends that I otherwise would likely lose track of.

(as to those with $$ issues, that is certainly understandable and I am lucky that so far it has not been a problem with me. as to those with bowling/tournament issues, just have fun and treat it as a challenge.)
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drillbit

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Re: How many bowlers are going
« Reply #35 on: July 21, 2009, 09:21:31 PM »
I'm hoping to go, but the team I went with the last few years isn't going to go, so I'm looking to put together at least one team to go with in 2010.


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laner7pin

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Re: How many bowlers are going
« Reply #36 on: July 23, 2009, 07:49:16 PM »
I will be going to Reno next year. I just got back from Vegas last night and although I did not bowl the best (1st timer), my team cashed and I had a great time. If Reno is priced less than Vegas (hotel, food, etc) then I will be there with a big grin. Wife and I made a mini vacation out of it and had fun. She played at the pool and slot machines and I bowled and played a lot of blackjack. Ended up ahead at the bj table and down a little on slots. The travel up and down the strip was a major pain during busy times (stayed at the Mirage) but there are some back roads to take to save time with traffic. I enjoyed the bowling experience (was a bit overwhelming at first) and am already looking forward to next year.
I guess the main question I have is:
Is Reno that hot in July as well? 110 first 3 days there even though we had a nice storm Monday night and 85-90 for a low is something I am not used to anymore.

Cant wait for Reno
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Atochabsh

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Re: How many bowlers are going
« Reply #37 on: July 23, 2009, 11:00:47 PM »
Laner7pin,

There are several large casinos within walking distance to the bowling stadium.  El Dorado, Silver Legacy and Harrahs are just a few.  Most of the other larger hotels/casinos will have shuttles.  Taxies are less (Vegas taxi = $3.30/ 1/12th mile).  The general traffic of the city is less.  I've stayed at El Dorado and Silver Legacy many many times and never had a bad experience.  Circus Circus is fairly close as well.  

The Peppermill, Atlantis are on the other side of town as are the Nugget and Grand Sierra.  Call to make sure they have shuttles.  

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