Trip to VAN - 4/9-4/14

[LazyBuddy]

Ok, just cancelled my CA trip. Sorry again for my CA buddies.

However, the trip to VAN is for "REAL" now!!! Just booked my ticket, and I will be in VAN in April!

Schedule:
1. Arrive @ YVR (hope this airport code is right, heheheheh) @ 11pm Fri 4/9

2. Leave @ YVR @ 8am Wed 4/14.

Hopefully meet up some BFers between Sat and Tues, especially during the wkends. Any plan (baddy related prefer, :D ) is welcome.

Finally, I am coming... ;)

[604badder]

Awesome, you can swing by the tournament Break-My-String is putting on that Sunday!!! Looking forward to meeting you in Vancouver.

http://www.badmintonforum.com/vb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=13754

[LazyBuddy]

Thanks for the greeting...

However, I believe BMS's tourny is on 4/4, but I won't be in town until 4/9... Unless BMS want to delay his progress.... hehehehehe... j/k

But yeah, prepared for some actions now. ;)

[604badder]

Oh oops...in my haste.... I forgot about that LB. Well, come play with us the Sunday you are here if you can ^_^. There are a number of BF'ers at BMS's dropin.

:D

[Winex West Can]

...I am in Vancouver that weekend staying until Monday evening. There will be lots of badminton to be played (but unfortunately I can only make it to one...family time) :(

Saturday evening (after 8:30pm), we can try the VRC again. During the day, ClearOne might be a good option. Sunday afternoon, BMS's session at Collingwood is good, evening - you can try the Richmond Badminton Club. There are others and I think someone has to take the lead. Only problem that I can see is that we will have an additional number of players showing up for what are regulars sessions (Collingwood & RBC & VRC) which might cause problems with the regular players.

At ClearOne, booking courts will help with that problem and VRC is not too bad as you can play until you drop (as long we have enough VRC members to sign in the guest...they are checking at the door).

[Traum]

~woohoo! Another BF buddy coming to Vancouver for a visit! Awesome! (But 4 days are just too short!)

Saturdays are probably ClearOne's busiest day. If we were gonna book courts there, we should do it early (a week or two in advanced is more than enough).

-Rick

[cappy75]

I think it'll be easier for the majority of the guys that we commit to one day at one place. Me and LB could attend all the club sessions, but not everybody can. As WWC has mentioned, there are other factors why some of us can't play for the whole stretch of days. Highly doubted about VRC and Collingwood Sundays since they both have limits on drop-ins. C1 is a possibility if we could book one or two courts for the entire evening. How about if we repeat BMS' Killarney holiday session? That's quite a success judging from the thread generated.

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by cappy75
Me and LB could attend all the club sessions,

Wow... sounds nice... hehehehhe... isn't that what I am coming for? :D

I'd better train hard and stay in shape the next month or so. ;)

[kwun]

LB sorry that you can't make it to the Bay Area this time. well, there bound to have another chance. i hope you have fun in Vancouver, and as usual, remember to take many pictures and post them here!

[Break-My-String]

For the Sunday April 11 session at Collingwood, I'll see if I can save LB a special spot!

Oh by the way, I guess having a carry-on bag containing 50 Official BF T-Shirts would not be a good way of being cheap on shipping! ;) :D

See you soon!

[badrad]

Originally posted by LazyBuddy
I'd better train hard and stay in shape the next month or so. ;) No need to train prior to arrival. You will be cashing in ONE FREE LESSON as previously promised. Set aside a few hours, I will make sure you get more than ample training in... heheheheh

I've been a bit absent lately, quite busy with work, and my latest injury - recovered, and re-injured again. But by the time you get here, should be able to give you all some games.

I don't have time to plan and schedule court times/dateas, but there are plently of other BFers that can do that for your stay. I'll try to keep that week relatively free so I can make at most of the times as possible.

We're going to have some fun with LB! heheheheheh (coach's glee!):D :D

[cappy75]

Yikes! Badrad, gotta take care of that playing arm of yours... otherwise you may have to switch hands playing against us:D.

[Pete LSD]

LB will be treated to multiple lessons ;). Apart from Master Badrad, there are a host of other qualified coaches and sparing partners :). LB, make sure you loose 5 lbs before your arrival so you can thoroughly soak up the intensive training. As a compliment, on court fitness and polymetric are included, starting at maximum repetition per 15 seconds and going all the way up to 60 seconds :D.


Originally posted by badrad
No need to train prior to arrival. You will be cashing in ONE FREE LESSON as previously promised. Set aside a few hours, I will make sure you get more than ample training in... heheheheh

I've been a bit absent lately, quite busy with work, and my latest injury - recovered, and re-injured again. But by the time you get here, should be able to give you all some games.

I don't have time to plan and schedule court times/dateas, but there are plently of other BFers that can do that for your stay. I'll try to keep that week relatively free so I can make at most of the times as possible.

We're going to have some fun with LB! heheheheheh (coach's glee!):D :D

[Traum]

Originally posted by badrad
and my latest injury - recovered, and re-injured again. But by the time you get here, should be able to give you all some games.


Aiya... you better be more careful when you're nursing that shoulder, you know? Recurring injuries can be a major pain in the butt, and the injured area becomes a lot more prone to getting hurt again.

Take care of yourself, you know?

-Rick

[Pete LSD]

Like Badrad, I am out of the action for at least 2 weeks due to a twisted ankle on Friday night!!! :(

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by kwun
LB sorry that you can't make it to the Bay Area this time. well, there bound to have another chance. i hope you have fun in Vancouver, and as usual, remember to take many pictures and post them here!

Kwun,

I think I am suppose to be the one to say sorry. Feel a little bit guilty to let ur guys planning for me, but had to change at the last minute.

Hopefully, I can get another vacation in Sept frame, so, maybe we can meet in US Open?

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by Break-My-String
For the Sunday April 11 session at Collingwood, I'll see if I can save LB a special spot!



Wow, thanks a lot. Make me feel very important right now. Hope I can perform well, so, won't waste this golden oppotunity.

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by badrad
No need to train prior to arrival. You will be cashing in ONE FREE LESSON as previously promised. Set aside a few hours, I will make sure you get more than ample training in... heheheheh

We're going to have some fun with LB! heheheheheh (coach's glee!):D :D

Nice, u still remember this free lesson? Hahahahahah... sure, I am more than willing to take it. Just hope I can stay alive after the "torture session".

Take care ur body first, even though, I think u can beat me badly even with ur non-racket hand. ;)

[badrad]

Originally posted by Pete LSD
Like Badrad, I am out of the action for at least 2 weeks due to a twisted ankle on Friday night!!! :( Yeah, saw that last night as I was chugging down a few beers and chicken wings... Looked rather nasty. Did you ice it later at home? Use RICE method to get it back to normal soon.

[Pete LSD]

Yeah, I iced it last night. It was too bad. 2 motrins every 4 hours and ice pack did the most of the job.

I'll take ya. It was an interesting experience resting on VRC's wooden floor! :D


Originally posted by badrad
Yeah, saw that last night as I was chugging down a few beers and chicken wings... Looked rather nasty. Did you ice it later at home? Use RICE method to get it back to normal soon.

[cappy75]

My knees creaked whenever I walk around in the house. Limping alot these days cuz my blister's on the heel of my racquet foot, felt the bloody thing every time I lunged. Haven't had a serious roll on the ankle yet *knock on wood*. Hopefully things will get better once LB get into town.

[bluejeff]

Don't forget to bring a camera with you :)

Van is beautiful, I have been there once (7 years ago)

[Break-My-String]

I'm not too sure what the Vancouver BFers have setup for LazyBuddy, but for

Sunday April 11th, there is
12noon-2:30pm at Collingwood

Also for the 11th, I have a tentative session 8:30pm-12midnite, 2 courts, location tba. If there were no other plans or other facilities, are you guys interested?

(note: do not stop trying to book other facilities because the above evening session is tentative and I won't know until 2 weeks from now)

Cheers! :D

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by Break-My-String
I'm not too sure what the Vancouver BFers have setup for LazyBuddy, but for

Sunday April 11th, there is
12noon-2:30pm at Collingwood

Also for the 11th, I have a tentative session 8:30pm-12midnite, 2 courts, location tba. If there were no other plans or other facilities, are you guys interested?

(note: do not stop trying to book other facilities because the above evening session is tentative and I won't know until 2 weeks from now)

Cheers! :D

Sounds good to me.

Thnx. ;)

[Traum]

As hosts of our city, I think we should try to give LB the maximum exposure to various baddy venues. Assuming that LB will be playing everyday (ouch... I feel sorry for body, LB ;) ), we can probably take him to 4 different places.

Collingwood is already on the schedule. VRC and ClearOne should also be top choices since they're arguably the best facilities here in the city (although we'll need some VRC BFers to bring LB there). That leaves one more place we should visit.

Cameron? RBC? Pinetree? Some place else?

-Rick

[cappy75]

For sure, Sunday at Collingwood is a "can't miss" session:D. But like VRC, we can't have a proper BF gathering for LB due to drop-ins restrictions:(. We should set aside one session specifically for everybody to meet and play with LB:). That tentative session BMS talked about is very promising.

Rick - can you think of other places that we could book two or three courts for a few hours?


Originally posted by Break-My-String
I'm not too sure what the Vancouver BFers have setup for LazyBuddy, but for

Sunday April 11th, there is
12noon-2:30pm at Collingwood

Also for the 11th, I have a tentative session 8:30pm-12midnite, 2 courts, location tba. If there were no other plans or other facilities, are you guys interested?

(note: do not stop trying to book other facilities because the above evening session is tentative and I won't know until 2 weeks from now)

Cheers! :D

[604badder]

I'm sure we can reserve LB a spot at the Collingwood drop-in. Is the usual amount of people there at max capacity? BMS, is the sign up list full usually?

I think the extra session's a great idea, but on the same day?

[Traum]

I love ClearOne because of its awesome facilities (this should be pretty evident from my other posts). But it'll probably be difficult to book more than 2 courts there under the same name because Darryl doesn't like having one particular group taking over his gym. Furthermore, because of the training sessions there, we can get at most 3 hours on Monday, and 2.5 on Tuesday.

I can try looking into Bethany (church where I held my last tournament) for Monday or Tuesday night. They have 4 decent courts there, but they are a little trouble to deal with because of their busy schedule.

-Rick

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by Traum
As hosts of our city, I think we should try to give LB the maximum exposure to various baddy venues. Assuming that LB will be playing everyday (ouch... I feel sorry for body, LB ;) ), we can probably take him to 4 different places.



Even though it sounds difficult for my "aged" body, but I am very glad that I will be "trained" a lot during my short vacation.

Trying to be physically and mentally prepared... ;)

[SchrodingerCat]

Perhaps Vancouver Lawn and Tennis (VLT) facility too. But everyone have to dress all-white plus a member from VLT to bring guests in.

[cappy75]

Er... VLT is abit too rich for me:rolleyes:. I heard that membership fee is $10,000 to join, $1200 a year. Definitely I won't feel too comfortable hanging out with the upper class folks:p.


Originally posted by SchrodingerCat
Perhaps Vancouver Lawn and Tennis (VLT) facility too. But everyone have to dress all-white plus a member from VLT to bring guests in.

[timeless]

Cool LB, you're coming to visit us!

Make sure you count me in guys. I'll hopefully be free to play those days :).

As for badminton venues, since LB is coming from such a long distance, as someone mentioned before, I think it would be nice to bring him to both ClearOne and VRC. I realize not everyone would be able to play at ClearOne and VRC but there aren't many (or any) similar facilities in NYC so it would be cool to show him what we have to offer here. If I remember correctly, from talking to LB in the past, he plays in regular multi-purpose gyms and has to sometimes commute a fair-long distance just to play. Shouldn't we show him the best we've got, and something different than what he has at home? Not very many people have the opportunity to play on International mat courts like at ClearOne, or at a dedicated, specifically-designed-for badminton, facility like VRC. It usually costs an arm and a leg, like the VLT or Hollyburn, to play in such environments. If we set it up right, he should be able to play at both venues as well as a couple community centres so he can meet as many BF members as possible. Just my thoughts :)...

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by timeless
Cool LB, you're coming to visit us!

Make sure you count me in guys. I'll hopefully be free to play those days :).

As for badminton venues, since LB is coming from such a long distance, as someone mentioned before, I think it would be nice to bring him to both ClearOne and VRC. I realize not everyone would be able to play at ClearOne and VRC but there aren't many (or any) similar facilities in NYC so it would be cool to show him what we have to offer here. If I remember correctly, from talking to LB in the past, he plays in regular multi-purpose gyms and has to sometimes commute a fair-long distance just to play. Shouldn't we show him the best we've got, and something different than what he has at home? Not very many people have the opportunity to play on International mat courts like at ClearOne, or at a dedicated, specifically-designed-for badminton, facility like VRC. It usually costs an arm and a leg, like the VLT or Hollyburn, to play in such environments. If we set it up right, he should be able to play at both venues as well as a couple community centres so he can meet as many BF members as possible. Just my thoughts :)...

Lol... thnx a lot...

Yeah, I guess I might be really jealous after I saw both facilities, and decide to stay? hehehehhee...

Maybe after several years, u will see a new threads "Move to VAN".. :D

[15Love]

LB, if you need someone to sign you in to VRC, we can do that. Probably best on the weekend because Mon, Tu, Thu are all ladder nites and it would be difficult to find games.

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by 15Love
LB, if you need someone to sign you in to VRC, we can do that. Probably best on the weekend because Mon, Tu, Thu are all ladder nites and it would be difficult to find games.

Thnx a lot! I am looking forward to it.

If more VRC members can do it, maybe we can drag in several more others as well. Seems Sunday night is booked, so, maybe VRC for Sat???

I am not very familar with other facilities' schedule. Can someone from VAN help me to figure out a schedule, which could "utlized" the personnel and facility availabilities?

Don't worry too much about me, I will try to save as much stamina as possible before the trip. Therefore, even afternoon vs night schedule could be considered (not 4 days consecutively, though. ;) )

[Traum]

Give LB's schedule, may I propose the following baddy schedule?

Sat, April 10: VRC evening?
Sun, April 11: Collingwood afternoon
Mon, April 12: Cameron evening
Tues, April 13: ClearOne evening

How does that sound to everyone, especially to LB?

-Rick

[cappy75]

Now that's a lot of baddy here:D. We could fit in two sessions on sunday to accomodate BF'ers who might not be able to make it during the weekdays. Possible to book two courts at ClearOne on sunday instead, Rick?


Originally posted by Traum
Give LB's schedule, may I propose the following baddy schedule?

Sat, April 10: VRC evening?
Sun, April 11: Collingwood afternoon
Mon, April 12: Cameron evening
Tues, April 13: ClearOne evening

How does that sound to everyone, especially to LB?

-Rick

[JChen99]

Originally posted by Traum
Give LB's schedule, may I propose the following baddy schedule?

Sat, April 10: VRC evening?
Sun, April 11: Collingwood afternoon
Mon, April 12: Cameron evening
Tues, April 13: ClearOne evening

How does that sound to everyone, especially to LB?

-Rick
AHHHHH cant make it to the one at cameron!! >< Practice the same time... but I wonder if my coach will let me off the hook if I dont go :rolleyes:

[Traum]

Originally posted by cappy75
Now that's a lot of baddy here:D. We could fit in two sessions on sunday to accomodate BF'ers who might not be able to make it during the weekdays. Possible to book two courts at ClearOne on sunday instead, Rick?

We could certainly reserve some court at C1 on Sunday. It's just that I don't know how well the games will turn out if we play twice during the same day. As it is, 4 days of back to back baddy is probably enough to kill LB already. :D

-Rick

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by cappy75
Now that's a lot of baddy here:D. We could fit in two sessions on sunday to accomodate BF'ers who might not be able to make it during the weekdays. Possible to book two courts at ClearOne on sunday instead, Rick?

Personally, I don't think I have a problem. If ppl want to give 2 sessions (afternoon + evening) on sunday, I will say "YEAH".

Yeah, that's a lot of baddy. In case I am too tired, I will sit on the side, and talk. Hehehhehehhe... hope my mouth still working by then.

Thanks for the schedule suggestions. ;)

[Break-My-String]

Originally posted by Traum
I don't know how well the games will turn out if we play twice during the same day. As it is, 4 days of back to back baddy is probably enough to kill LB


I say, book as many sessions as we can, not every Vancouver BFer will be able attend every session, plus, I don't think LB would mind passing away to the badminton-courts-in-the-sky with a big :D on his face! (I'll buy the life insurance policy first!) just kidding!

[15Love]

Sunday nite would be a good nite to play at the VRC. We can sign you in then! Maybe Timeless and Badrad will turn up?

[cappy75]

Very possible but it's gonna be a logistical challenge since we don't even know how many BF'ers will show up. If there's too many, then there may not be enough VRC members to sign us in:(. At least with C1, we can book two or three courts and let everybody come in to visit/play with LB.


Originally posted by 15Love
Sunday nite would be a good nite to play at the VRC. We can sign you in then! Maybe Timeless and Badrad will turn up?

[15Love]

Its really up to LB. We go to VRC every sun nite so we know there will be people to play with. If he wants to come try a different facility, he is welcome to be our guest ( its a 10 dollar guest fee and you have to bring your own birds) If there is something organized for Clear One, thats fine too. I think Darryl has his training group till 730 on sunday nites.

[Break-My-String]

Originally posted by 604badder
I'm sure we can reserve LB a spot at the Collingwood drop-in. Is the usual amount of people there at max capacity? BMS, is the sign up list full usually?

I think the extra session's a great idea, but on the same day?


Reviewing my data for 2004, the average player turn-out is 22, some days more, some days less.

A double session is definitely do-able! Baddy, food, conversation, baddy, food, and sleep! :D

You should try a triple session... Baddy, Baddy, FOOD, conversation, baddy, food, and crash! :D :D :D

[cappy75]

Yes, and that will be a great condition for a cardiac arrest:D. Too much of a good thing can't be a good thing:p.


Originally posted by Break-My-String
Reviewing my data for 2004, the average player turn-out is 22, some days more, some days less.

A double session is definitely do-able! Baddy, food, conversation, baddy, food, and sleep! :D

You should try a triple session... Baddy, Baddy, FOOD, conversation, baddy, food, and crash! :D :D :D

[LazyBuddy]

1st cut about my possible schedule:

Sat, April 10 evening: VRC or ClearOne

Sun, April 11 afternoon: Collingwood
Sun, April 11 evening: ClearOne or VRC or Collingwood

Mon, April 12 evening: Cameron

Tues, April 13 evening: ClearOne

So far, seems ppl give multi suggestions on Sat and Sun night between VRC and ClearOne. Is that possible to let the 2 groups to provide their "perfer" schedule, and maybe I can make a decision depend on the "demand" and "facility avaiablity" (i.e. VRC needs enough members to sign in), etc.

If there's high demand, I don't mind to add another one for Sat afternoon. However, with limited stamina, I have to consider to save energy for the rest of the days, so, can't play intensively all the time. But I don't mind to watch a little bit more, while chatting with ppl on the side.

Thanks for all suggestions.

[badrad]

Originally posted by LazyBuddy
1st cut about my possible schedule:

Sat, April 10 evening: VRC or ClearOne

Sun, April 11 afternoon: Collingwood
Sun, April 11 evening: ClearOne or VRC or Collingwood

Mon, April 12 evening: Cameron

Tues, April 13 evening: ClearOne

So far, seems ppl give multi suggestions on Sat and Sun night between VRC and ClearOne. Is that possible to let the 2 groups to provide their "perfer" schedule, and maybe I can make a decision depend on the "demand" and "facility avaiablity" (i.e. VRC needs enough members to sign in), etc.

If there's high demand, I don't mind to add another one for Sat afternoon. However, with limited stamina, I have to consider to save energy for the rest of the days, so, can't play intensively all the time. But I don't mind to watch a little bit more, while chatting with ppl on the side.

Thanks for all suggestions. If LB is around Vancouver on Saturday, we could explore some of the sites and sounds of Vancouver east-side (heheh - main and hastings), then drop in to Britannia in the afternoon. Afterwards time for get-together dinner before evening badminton at the VRC or Clearone?

The rest of the week sounds pretty well booked, although LB could play at the VRC during the mornings and afternoons Monday and Tuesday as well.

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by badrad
If LB is around Vancouver on Saturday, we could explore some of the sites and sounds of Vancouver east-side (heheh - main and hastings), then drop in to Britannia in the afternoon. Afterwards time for get-together dinner before evening badminton at the VRC or Clearone?

The rest of the week sounds pretty well booked, although LB could play at the VRC during the mornings and afternoons Monday and Tuesday as well.

My flight will arrive in VAN around 11:30pm (to my usual EST time, that will be 2:30am). Therefore, I am not sure about how early I could get up on Sat, even though, 4-5 hrs of sleep generally should be enough for me. Therefore, the whole day plan for Sat should be good for me. We still need to do a "vote" (might be too early as for now, since we still have 5-6 weeks) to figure out either VRC or ClearOne.

Mon and Tues morning and afternoon? I suppose not too many BFers could be around by then. However, if I can manage to get up (if I could survive double sessions on sunday), why not? :D

Am I aiming for 4 days of double sessions for baddy??? I guess if I can stay alive (maybe borrow Kwun's oxygen tank), I will really get this trip worth. ;)

[Marky]

If it is Saturday night at VRC, I am almost certain that I can sign one guest in.

[wood_22_chuck]

Me, me, me! Sign me in, Marky ... but seriously there should be a headcount of guests vs members, just for accounting (and entry) into VRC.

-dave

[Marky]

Yes Dave; I am most delighted to sign you in.

[timeless]

I'm pretty much up for anything...

VRC/ClearOne at anytime on the weekends. Just let me know and I'll be there. I can sign someone in at VRC as well. My wife might be around to sign someone in at VRC as well.
Community centres on a weekday will depend on the time, place, etc.

[LazyBuddy]

With suggestions from Traum and Cappy75, I borrowed a hard leather luggue from a friend. Hopefully I can get all my rackets wrapped up properly and heading to VAN.

;)

[Break-My-String]

Sorry LazyBuddy :( , but the Sunday April 11 evening session 8:30pm-midnite is out, it is being taken by someone else. There still is the afternoon session at Collingwood.

Does anyone have anything promising for Sunday evening?

[LazyBuddy]

No worry, BMS. Thanks a lot for your update. So, 4/11 (sunday) is down to ClearOne or VRC now. ;)

[SmashingBird]

Originally posted by Break-My-String
Sorry LazyBuddy :( , but the Sunday April 11 evening session 8:30pm-midnite is out, it is being taken by someone else. There still is the afternoon session at Collingwood.

Does anyone have anything promising for Sunday evening?

RBC is good!!

[Break-My-String]

Originally posted by SmashingBird
RBC is good!!

I was going to suggest RBC for Sunday evening, but I didn't know if RBC can handle a large group of drop-in BFers. :confused:

[Pete LSD]

Hi BMW,

The answer is RBC is too small to hold that many people.


Originally posted by Break-My-String
I was going to suggest RBC for Sunday evening, but I didn't know if RBC can handle a large group of drop-in BFers. :confused:

[wood_22_chuck]

BMW? You're subliminally submerged in autos, Pete ... :D

it's Break-My-String ... not Bavaria Motor Works (or something-or-rather)

-dave

[Pete LSD]

Sigggghhhh, sorry BMS. half asleep must be . . . :(


Originally posted by wood_22_chuck
BMW? You're subliminally submerged in autos, Pete ... :D

it's Break-My-String ... not Bavaria Motor Works (or something-or-rather)

-dave

[Break-My-String]

Hey LB, any update on your Vancouver itinerary?

Has any Vancouver BFer got something in the works for LB?

Cheers! :)

[LazyBuddy]

I am busy training for the up coming torture sessions. ;)

I've been bothered with flu for the past 3 weeks, and trying to regain my stamina and strength. After weeks of frustration of under performance, seems things getting better the past weekend.

I think we might be able to finalize our schedule within the next week or so. I think now, ppl should have much better idea about their "plan" than 1 month ago. I am free to take any offers, anything work for majority of BFers, will be fine with me.

Once the schedule is done, maybe some BFers can help us to reserve the court(s).

[Winex West Can]

Can someone please post the final itinerary once it's available since I am planning to make it to one of the sessions.

Sorry LB but given the fact that I'm away from home most of the week, the family is demanding that my weekends are for them although I can get the occassional time to play baddy on the weekends (have some credits stored up) :D

[timeless]

Hmmm... I was under the impression that the itinerary was pretty much settled, with just the logistical details to be worked out. But now it seems it's totally all up in the air again? :confused:

LB, I suggest you don't leave it up to us. We want you to have the best time possible, so from our list of suggested venues, please decide which of those you'd like to visit. Then we can work out the details since we know the venue schedules. The last thing we want is to take you to play at some place you didn't really want to go.

I'll only add that I, and I'm sure others would agree, strongly suggest you include both VRC, and ClearOne in your choices. ClearOne, because it's relatively easy to secure court bookings for a private BF meet. And plus it's just dayam cool to play on international mats if you haven't had the chance to do so before :cool: :D. And VRC, for having the best quality courts & facilities in the area (argueably?).

[cappy75]

It's totally up to LB. I thought we had pretty much set the itinerary too... for baddy anyways. VRC and Collingwood is definitely in the plan but it'll be great if we could book a session at C1 for the non-VRC BF'ers. How about a confirmed time for the VRC visit? Make it easy for folks to commit and meet up.

[Break-My-String]

Originally posted by LazyBuddy
No worry, BMS. Thanks a lot for your update. So, 4/11 (sunday) is down to ClearOne or VRC now. ;)

My apologizes for re-stirring up the pot. Since my cancellation on the Sunday "evening session" (the Collingwood Sunday afternoon is still ago), I thought someone who has the better connection to VRC & C1 may be planning something.

Cheers! :)

[Traum]

Just to re-iterate and make sure everyone is on the same wavelength, this was the most "recent" schedule that we've come up with: (I took out Collingwood from Sun evening since BMS said it is not available.)


Sat, April 10 evening: VRC or ClearOne

Sun, April 11 afternoon: Collingwood
Sun, April 11 evening: ClearOne or VRC

Mon, April 12 evening: Cameron

Tues, April 13 evening: ClearOne


The only decisions we need to make is where we should take LB on Sat, April 10 and Sun, April 11. I'm not sure which night would be busier at VRC, but Sunday might be a better time to visit ClearOne since they still have limited drop-ins on Saturday.

Unless someone influential and persuasive can talk to Darryl, I think we can reserve at most get two courts under the same name (but even that might be difficult). I'm also concerned that the bookings at ClearOne would get filled up since we're only two weeks away, so I strongly recommend that we fix a schedule ASAP.

-Rick

[badrad]

Originally posted by Traum
Just to re-iterate and make sure everyone is on the same wavelength, this was the most "recent" schedule that we've come up with: (I took out Collingwood from Sun evening since BMS said it is not available.)


Sat, April 10 evening: VRC or ClearOne

Sun, April 11 afternoon: Collingwood
Sun, April 11 evening: ClearOne or VRC

Mon, April 12 evening: Cameron

Tues, April 13 evening: ClearOne


The only decisions we need to make is where we should take LB on Sat, April 10 and Sun, April 11. I'm not sure which night would be busier at VRC, but Sunday might be a better time to visit ClearOne since they still have limited drop-ins on Saturday.

Unless someone influential and persuasive can talk to Darryl, I think we can reserve at most get two courts under the same name (but even that might be difficult). I'm also concerned that the bookings at ClearOne would get filled up since we're only two weeks away, so I strongly recommend that we fix a schedule ASAP.

-Rick if we are deciding to make an evening of this on the Saturday night at clear one, we can try to get 2 courts for a couple hours or three? if we want to confirm this, I can talk to Daryl and see what he can do.

[badrad]

i sent him an email, but mrs and little badrad will see daryl tomorrow night - they will ask him if we can get a set of bookings for Sunday night (or alternative Saturday night) for 2 courts? for 2 or 3 hours? How many and how long? I'll ask him to book under Badminton Central Forum.

[badrad]

Daryl replied - he will take a look at the bookings tomorrow and find out what the availability is for Sunday April 11.
I had asked for 2 courts - 7:30 to 10:30. Do you all think we need more? Let's have a quick show of hands on those who will attend the Sunday night with LB.

[Traum]

I am sooooooo gonna come.

But one minor issue is, ClearOne is supposed to close at 10 on Sundays, so Darryl may or may not be willing to let us stay that late.

-Rick

[wood_22_chuck]

I'm in too :D for every night, if I don't drop dead from exhaustion.

Also, lately, Cameron's been REALLY busy. For the last two weeks, the drop-ins have been filled to capacity and the front desk people have had to turn away maybe a half-dozen extras.


-dave

[cappy75]

Damn! I guess I skipped Cameron at the right time, eh? Haven't been there for awhile, I still got this lingering flu. Had to skip tonight cuz I went all out at Collingwood on Sunday when I should be taking it easy:(. Guess I have to start calling in for Monday night drop-ins now.


Originally posted by wood_22_chuck
I'm in too :D for every night, if I don't drop dead from exhaustion.

Also, lately, Cameron's been REALLY busy. For the last two weeks, the drop-ins have been filled to capacity and the front desk people have had to turn away maybe a half-dozen extras.


-dave

[wood_22_chuck]

I doubt it's going to stay that way. There were quite a number of players from Pinetree there tonight. But maybe we should plan an alternate venue for Monday, according to LB's itenerary.

-dave

[SmashingBird]

I think I should be good to go to for the Sunday night at Clearone.

[LazyBuddy]

Wow, thnx for the help from everyone.

So, if I am not mistaken, the schedule seems like:

Sat, April 10 evening: VRC (need some members to sign non-members in)

Sun, April 11 afternoon: Collingwood
Sun, April 11 evening: ClearOne (if we can reserve 2-3 courts from 7:30-10:30pm)

Mon, April 12 evening: Cameron (or, with a better sub?)

Tues, April 13 evening: ClearOne


If there's better ideas, please feel free to bring up. ;)

[15Love]

I don't know if it will make any difference to you guys or not, but the BC Closed Badminton tourney is being held at the VRC from Apr 9-11. They usually play to around 6 or 7 ( sometimes to 8) on Sat nite and then there is a dinner. At this time, the tourney players will not be on court but all the regular weekend players who have been deprived of their friday games will flood in on saturday nite, along with the regular sat nite crew so... I would anticipate that it would be pretty crowded Sat nite!

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by 15Love
I don't know if it will make any difference to you guys or not, but the BC Closed Badminton tourney is being held at the VRC from Apr 9-11. They usually play to around 6 or 7 ( sometimes to 8) on Sat nite and then there is a dinner. At this time, the tourney players will not be on court but all the regular weekend players who have been deprived of their friday games will flood in on saturday nite, along with the regular sat nite crew so... I would anticipate that it would be pretty crowded Sat nite!

Oh I see...

I don't have too much of a problem if we need to alternate schedule. Since, either way, I am sure our VAN buddies won't let me go without being sweat. :D

I can think the following solutions, and let's see which one will make everyone else feel more comfortable:

1. Still put VRC to be Sat night. Assume it will open to really late (or 24 hrs?), then, we can have some good dinner and chit chat before getting to the action. Say, if a lot of ppl don't mind stay up late, we can start to play after 9 or even 10pm, and run toward 2 or even 3 am? I can get into action with the ppl who would like to leave earlier, and the hardcore players can wait for their turns after mid night. Well, sounds like I am good, but actually not. But I will try to stay alive, until all the games are done.

2. Put ClearOne or Collingwood or any other ones to be Sat night. Move VRC to be Mon or Tues night. However, some ppl might not be able to make it, due to early schedule on 2nd day.

[timeless]

I'll make sure I'm available to play at either/both ClearOne and VRC that weekend (Sat & Sun). I haven't been to ClearOne in quite a long time either so it'll be nice to go.

Good call about BC Closed 15Love, I didn't realize it was the same weekend. 15Love is right, it's usually really busy Saturday nights on weekends of tournaments. In the past I've seen 5-6+ court waits up to midnight which translates to any where between 10 - 20min waits. Then it usually drops off dramatically around midnight. So if you guys want to play that late then it's cool... otherwise probably better to play at ClearOne on Saturday. Since the guest/drop-in at VRC is good for an entire day, technically if you start right after midnight, I suppose you could come back and play anytime on Sunday too :). Another thing to also consider LB, you could watch the BC Closed Finals which are usually all played on Sunday morning till mid afternoon. It's not international caliber but the finalists will most likely be comprised of A level players, some national competitors and even jr. national champions. So it's about as high a level you'll find around here of active competitors. Admission to spectate is free.

[LazyBuddy]

10-20 min waits up is nothing new to me. :D

Now seems we have 3 choices for Sat night now:

1. Just play in ClearOne on Sat night, and move VRC to Sun night.

2. Play in VRC on Sat night, come in late, as we enjoy a good relax dinner, and play with less intensive schedule at first, then, rock after mid night.

3. Play in ClearOne first, after midnight, storm back to VRC and play as long as we could. :D

Let's see which one draw the most vote...

[badrad]

Okay, Daryl got back to me, and he has the two end courts (5/6) for 7:30 to 10 pm (yes - he does close at 10).
If we want those we should book quickly (like tomorrow) as they will get gobbled up quickly. All the other courts are block booked.
So head count:
Timeless
Smashingbird
Lazybuddy (like duh)
badrad

[cappy75]

Count me in as well! Dave might be able to make it too. Hopefully the other non-posting BF'ers read this and make it too.


Originally posted by badrad
Okay, Daryl got back to me, and he has the two end courts (5/6) for 7:30 to 10 pm (yes - he does close at 10).
If we want those we should book quickly (like tomorrow) as they will get gobbled up quickly. All the other courts are block booked.
So head count:
Timeless
Smashingbird
Lazybuddy (like duh)
badrad

[Traum]

Just wanna make this clear: You're referring to Sunday night here, right, badrad?

Court 5 and 6 are absolutely horrible. It's really difficult to judge your distance and various spatial relationships there, and the lighting in that area is not the greatest (although it is still leagues ahead of what you'd find in community centers).

-Rick

[Break-My-String]

I'm in for Sunday @ C1 :D

Saturday, is a maybe. :)

[Break-My-String]

I forgot to ask...

What do you guys normally do for birds? Does everybody chuck in a few birds (hopefully not used :p ) into the pot, or something else?

[cappy75]

Sounds like a good plan to me! Unless C1 provides the feathers:p!


Originally posted by Break-My-String
I forgot to ask...

What do you guys normally do for birds? Does everybody chuck in a few birds (hopefully not used :p ) into the pot, or something else?

[Traum]

Opps... Forgot to mention that even though courts 5 and 6 are not my favourite, I'm still gonna come on Sunday. So sign me up!

And yes, BMS, I would expect everyone here on BF to be pretty civilized, so we'll probably just go by the honour system and have everyone chip in a shuttle every so often.

-Rick

[SmashingBird]

How much are we paying ?

[badrad]

yes - courts 5/6 are the ones that are quite busy and tunnel vision distractions. but should still be fun to play. It is Sunday night, from 7:30 to 10pm.
Shuttles - Hey BMS - thought maybe you have spare tubes kicking around. Just kidding, normal practice - everyone pitches in shuttles for their games. Since we will likely play an even amount of games, we should all be pretty fair in shuttle usage.

Traum
Smashingbird
Lazybuddy
Cappy75
Break my strings
timeless
badrad (maybe mrs and little will hang around after her elite training session)

cost - not sure yet, but will depend on how many of us will attend. If normal booking fee of 15 per hour, assume will be around 2.5x2x15 = $75. So if there are 10 of us, will be around $7.50 each. we can get the breakdown from there, the more, the cheaper...

[TTT]

count me in badrad...thx!

[richho]

Hey,count me in April 10.Saturday nite.

VRC or ClearOne?

A long march from April 9 to April 13.you guys must be crazy!!!!!!!

[LazyBuddy]

Badrad,

Thnx a lot for the work. Yeah, let's go ahead and book the courts (so far, at least 7-8 BFers will be there). So, Sunday night is settled to be ClearOne.

[Winex West Can]

Count me in. That's Easter Sunday to boot.

[wood_22_chuck]

I'm IN!

[wwcbro]

Badrad, Appreciate if you could include me in this. Thanks.

[LazyBuddy]

So far, Sunday 4/11 7:30-10pm in Clearn One, we will have:

Traum
Smashingbird
Lazybuddy
Cappy75
Break my strings
timeless
badrad (maybe mrs and little will hang around after her elite training session)
Winex West Can
wwcbro
wood_22_chuck
TTT

Total of 11-13, and still counting... ;)

Thanks everyone for your time. :)

[LazyBuddy]

Sat, April 10 evening: VRC (need some members to sign non-members in, and need to figure out the schedule or even sub choices???)

Sun, April 11 afternoon: Collingwood (12 noon - 2:30pm, thnx BMS)
Sun, April 11 evening: ClearOne (Court #5,6 @ 7:30-10pm)

Mon, April 12 evening: Cameron (or, with a better sub?)

Tues, April 13 evening: ClearOne

[Traum]

BTW, badrad, when you were talking to Darryl, did you also mention that we are interested in booking 2 courts for Tuesday? If we're planning to go there, we should probably book the courts as well. I don't mind asking Darryl about court availability, but I think you'd be a little more influential than I am, and he'd give you "more face" than he would give me.

-Rick

[Pete LSD]

Count this handicap in as well! :D


Originally posted by Traum
BTW, badrad, when you were talking to Darryl, did you also mention that we are interested in booking 2 courts for Tuesday? If we're planning to go there, we should probably book the courts as well. I don't mind asking Darryl about court availability, but I think you'd be a little more influential than I am, and he'd give you "more face" than he would give me.

-Rick

[cooler]

Originally posted by Traum
I don't mind asking Darryl about court availability, but I think you'd be a little more influential than I am, and he'd give you "more face" than he would give me.

-Rick

you mean darryl is an impressionist(many faces)

[cooler]

Originally posted by Pete LSD
Count this handicap in as well! :D

what happen to you, did Tonya Harding whack your leg too??:p

PS : She is very protective of her boyfriend(s) :D

[cooler]

Originally posted by LazyBuddy
So far, Sunday 4/11 7:30-10pm in Clearn One, we will have:

Traum
Smashingbird
Lazybuddy
Cappy75
Break my strings
timeless
badrad (maybe mrs and little will hang around after her elite training session)
Winex West Can
wwcbro
wood_22_chuck
TTT

Total of 11-13, and still counting... ;)

Thanks everyone for your time. :)

LOL, here you have more canadian (and US) players than in our recent BC Open (aka Canadian Open). LOL

LB, beware of little badrad, watch your face when playing against wood_22_chuck, don't fixate(deceptive) on timeless imported shoes and WWC limping is part of his deception.;) :D

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by cooler

LB, beware of little badrad, watch your face when playing against wood_22_chuck, don't fixate(deceptive) on timeless imported shoes and WWC limping is part of his deception.;) :D

Sunday 4/11 7:30-10pm in Clearn One, we will have:

Traum
Smashingbird
Lazybuddy
Cappy75
Break my strings
timeless
badrad (maybe mrs and little will hang around after her elite training session)
Winex West Can
wwcbro
wood_22_chuck
TTT
Pete LSD

Lol... thnx for all the advice...

Seems I really need to reserve an ambulance to follow me around during these 4-5 days. Maybe ppl can figure out some of my moves when i come, and let's see... ;)

[badrad]

I only booked for the Sunday. Darryl is heading to the island on some personal business and won't be able to contact him until the weekend.

I assumed the Tuesday night that the group of you were going to drop in.

[Break-My-String]

Originally posted by badrad
Shuttles - Hey BMS - thought maybe you have spare tubes kicking around. Just kidding, normal practice - everyone pitches in shuttles for their games. Since we will likely play an even amount of games, we should all be pretty fair in shuttle usage

From my personal experience, when I play at a new place (I've never been to C1 before) and with new players, I don't want to add a third factor of different flight characteristics of shuttles between points/games.

I would like to suggest, if someone would supply a few tubes of the same birds and everybody chip in, and when there are no more left is when we bring in our personal supplies. If no wants to do it, I can offer my Sosan Blacks, which we use at Collingwood (Wood_22_Chuck & Cappy75 can attest to their quality).

In terms of warm-up shuttles, don't worry, I'll have lots after Sunday afternoon!

Cheers! :)

[604badder]

I wonder if we can even get the BF t-shirts in by that weekend. It'll be great advertising for BF, as well as a good conversation starter for people as we tour all the Vancouver badminton locations. "Hey, who are all these people with the cool badminton shirts"!

[Traum]

Originally posted by badrad
I only booked for the Sunday. Darryl is heading to the island on some personal business and won't be able to contact him until the weekend.

I assumed the Tuesday night that the group of you were going to drop in.

There are no more drop-ins at ClearOne except on Fridays and Saturdays now. So if we want to go, we'll have to book ourselves a court.

Can we have a quick count to see who is interested in going to ClearOne on Tuesday evening? I'll try to reserve two courts (if they are still available) if we have 10 to 12 players.

-Rick

[Winex West Can]

Well, I have 5 tubes of Winex Tournament shuttles left...Not sure how much more it is than the Sosan Black (I know how much I can get the Sosan Black for)...but you are probably looking at around $8/per person (based on group of 12) plus another $6/7 for the courts.

[Traum]

Originally posted by 604badder
I wonder if we can even get the BF t-shirts in by that weekend. It'll be great advertising for BF, as well as a good conversation starter for people as we tour all the Vancouver badminton locations. "Hey, who are all these people with the cool badminton shirts"!

Hmm... somehow I don't think we're gonna smell very nice if all we wear is that BF-tee for those 4 days. (And let's not forget we're gonna be playing in them as well!!!) :o ;) :D

-Rick

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by Traum
Hmm... somehow I don't think we're gonna smell very nice if all we wear is that BF-tee for those 4 days. (And let's not forget we're gonna be playing in them as well!!!) :o ;) :D

-Rick

That's why I ordered 3... ;)

[richho]

Can i have a T-shirt of BF? Though I can't join your gala party on Sunday nite.

Why not arrange a gathering on Sat nite ( April 10)? You guys scheduled that nite initially.Why just focus on Sunday nite only? What a pity !!!!

-richard

[Break-My-String]

Originally posted by richho
Can i have a T-shirt of BF?

Hi Richard,

If you want BF t-shirts, you need to PM Kwun (& myself) asap with the details of your order. It may not be too late to get your order in with the Vancouver shipment.

FYI, I have no eta nor costs from Kwun yet.

Please check this thread on ordering BF T-shirts

http://www.badmintonforum.com/vb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=14171


Cheers! :)

[Break-My-String]

Originally posted by Winex West Can
Well, I have 5 tubes of Winex Tournament shuttles left...Not sure how much more it is than the Sosan Black (I know how much I can get the Sosan Black for)...but you are probably looking at around $8/per person (based on group of 12) plus another $6/7 for the courts.

Thanks WWC for offering. Just want to confirm, are you saying $8 per person for the Winex shuttles or for the Sosan Black?

Because I have very little experience with the Winex shuttles, I know with the Sosan Black we will need around 3 tubes, unless everybody changes changes the shuttle after 5 points, I'm estimating 2 shuttles per game.

Cheers! :D

[LazyBuddy]

Originally posted by richho


Why not arrange a gathering on Sat nite ( April 10)? You guys scheduled that nite initially.Why just focus on Sunday nite only? What a pity !!!!



Rich,

I am pretty sure there's another one on Sat, 4/10. Just not sure when and where yet. (mostly VRC around late night or even pass mid night)

Just keep check this thread, and we should have a better idea in the very near future.

[badrad]

I think we have always been thinking VRC on the Saturday night. Although it is likely the fallout from the BC Open will cause some larger than normal crowds on Saturday night, the upside with playing at the VRC on the Saturday evening is that more of us can stay up later into the wee hours. For those of you who are early risers on Sunday morning for work or other reasons... well - tough!:D mrs. badrad had 3 hours of sleep from when we finished with Kwun early Sunday morning and her workshift a few hours later. So if this ol' lady can do it....:D

Anyways, there should be ample VRC members around, but a headcount should help prevent any miscalculations and obvious problems with the guest fee nazis.

VRC members:
badrad + mrs.
timeless + mrs. (btw - mrs timeless wants timeless to take her dancing)
marky
peteLSD and Shrodingercat
TTT
GRYP

others?

[15Love]

we could sign some people in if needed but won't be playing.. Think ol Mr 15Love's body will be too battered from the tournament.

[Winex West Can]

Originally posted by Break-My-String
Thanks WWC for offering. Just want to confirm, are you saying $8 per person for the Winex shuttles or for the Sosan Black?

Because I have very little experience with the Winex shuttles, I know with the Sosan Black we will need around 3 tubes, unless everybody changes changes the shuttle after 5 points, I'm estimating 2 shuttles per game.

Cheers! :D

BMS,
If only 3 tubes are required, then it's only $5/person for the Winex (all taxes, PST/GST are included).

[Marky]

For Saturday night at VRC, I can sign a guest in for sure... Dave are you coming ?

For Sunday night at ClearOne, too bad, I can only pop in and say hello to everybody.

[wood_22_chuck]

COming for sure :D

-dave

[Break-My-String]

Originally posted by Winex West Can
If only 3 tubes are required, then it's only $5/person for the Winex (all taxes, PST/GST are included).

Sounds good to me!:)

[chihong]

As hosts of our city, I think we should try to give LB the maximum exposure to various baddy venues. Assuming that LB will be playing everyday (ouch... I feel sorry for body, LB ;) ), we can probably take him to 4 different places.

Collingwood is already on the schedule. VRC and ClearOne should also be top choices since they're arguably the best facilities here in the city (although we'll need some VRC BFers to bring LB there). That leaves one more place we should visit.

Cameron? RBC? Pinetree? Some place else?

-Rick

BC Closed tournament is going to be held at VRC from April 9 - 11..so I guess the courts will be used up for the weekend..

Cheers,

[cappy75]

It's a 24/7 facility, right? So we could catch some baddy tourney action first on Sat. and then play after they're done. Only thing is... might not get enough sleep for Collingwood in the afternoon and C1 later in the evening the next day:p.


BC Closed tournament is going to be held at VRC from April 9 - 11..so I guess the courts will be used up for the weekend..

Cheers,

[Break-My-String]

If Sat is starting to look troublesome, here is a suggestion

Sat 2-5pm @ Killarney Community Centre private court rental
Sat midnite - 4am-ish @ VRC
Sun 12noon-230 @ Collingwood, no big deal if not too many BFers can show up because drop-ins are limited
Sun 730pm -10p @ C1
Sun 1030pm rush back to VRC & try to play past midnite!

Remeber, Monday is a holiday.

Cheers!

[JChen99]

MAKE SURE U GUYS DUN SKIP OUT MONDAY nite@CAMERON!!! ><
just make sure those of you who are comming call @ around 3 to reserve spots... and get someone who isn't coming to "reserve" a spot for those who dont have a card... other wise we'd have to sneak some ppl in ;) :p

[cappy75]

Hey JChen99,

Do you know what's the max. drop-in capacity allowed on Monday nights at Cameron? If the folks at Pinetree gets one of their playing days cut, they'll definitely take over Cameron Monday for sure. Is Tuesday night drop-in at Pinetree still on? Pinetree could be the alternative in case Cameron doesn't work out.


MAKE SURE U GUYS DUN SKIP OUT MONDAY nite@CAMERON!!! ><
just make sure those of you who are comming call @ around 3 to reserve spots... and get someone who isn't coming to "reserve" a spot for those who dont have a card... other wise we'd have to sneak some ppl in ;) :p

[JChen99]

Hey JChen99,

Do you know what's the max. drop-in capacity allowed on Monday nights at Cameron? If the folks at Pinetree gets one of their playing days cut, they'll definitely take over Cameron Monday for sure. Is Tuesday night drop-in at Pinetree still on? Pinetree could be the alternative in case Cameron doesn't work out.
Cameron max is something about... 32-40... as fo pt... tuesday/thursday depending on the # of courts should be ppl to fit in # of courts + 8-12 per 6 courts. As for tuesdays being cut... it's not likely unless there's a holiday...

[LazyBuddy]

If Sat is starting to look troublesome, here is a suggestion

Sat 2-5pm @ Killarney Community Centre private court rental
Sat midnite - 4am-ish @ VRC
Sun 12noon-230 @ Collingwood, no big deal if not too many BFers can show up because drop-ins are limited
Sun 730pm -10p @ C1
Sun 1030pm rush back to VRC & try to play past midnite!

Remeber, Monday is a holiday.

Cheers!

Wow, this schedule looks really challenging ;) But, that's exactly what I am coming for. Just survived 19 hrs of action this weekend, so, mentally prepared about how tough the work might be. :D

Good to me. In case I am deadly tired, I can take extra break, talk talk talk, and watch some games. :o

[badrad]

C1 on Sunday night - we are confirmed for courts 5/6 from 7:30 to 10pm. I paid tonight, so depends on how many show up. The total cost for the 2.5 hours/2 courts was $75, so we will split the cost then. Currently with about 12 people, will be $6.25.

Courts are booked under Badrad.

[LazyBuddy]

C1 on Sunday night - we are confirmed for courts 5/6 from 7:30 to 10pm. I paid tonight, so depends on how many show up. The total cost for the 2.5 hours/2 courts was $75, so we will split the cost then. Currently with about 12 people, will be $6.25.

Courts are booked under Badrad.

Thnx a lot.

So, sunday "early night" is settled. Depend on how many ppl will show up and how tired everyone is, we might be able to go back to VRC after the C1 session, as BMS suggested.

[kwun]

i think LB's comment should be taken seriously: have an ambulance ready at the door. after just one night of play with these guys i was already on the floor. i cannot imagine going 4 days on a roll...

LB, bring ankle/knee/elbow straps and then make sure your hotel have massage service as well as ointments for cramps and then also bring some painkillers, etc...

and last but not least, POST PICS!!

:)

[richho]

Sat 2-5pm @ Killarney Community Centre private court rental

hey,can anyone shows me the way to K C C private court?

thanks
richard :)

[Traum]

Sat 2-5pm @ Killarney Community Centre private court rental

hey,can anyone shows me the way to K C C private court?

thanks
richard :)

Just get yourself to 49th Ave, and take the bus heading East. Once you pass Victoria, the next major intersection is Elliot. When you keep going, you're gonna see a huge (and I mean gigantic) highschool to your left. That's Killarney, and that's where you wanna get off. The community center is just behind the highschool.

Word of caution: The Killarney Community Center's lighting isn't the greatest. I tend to lose sight of the birdie during a clear. Then again, I admit my eyes are kinda bad...

-Rick

[Winex West Can]

i think LB's comment should be taken seriously: have an ambulance ready at the door. after just one night of play with these guys i was already on the floor. i cannot imagine going 4 days on a roll...

LB, bring ankle/knee/elbow straps and then make sure your hotel have massage service as well as ointments for cramps and then also bring some painkillers, etc...

and last but not least, POST PICS!!

:)

Hahaha...Kwun, could it be that you are just getting old?? :rolleyes: I'm still kicking myself for not being able to come out to play with you and Janet and the rest of the gang but another time. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for LB since that's the Easter long weekend, too. :p

[timeless]

Kwun is just being modest! He easily played twice the number of games I did that day, and he was still moving pretty quick at the end. I was impressed. Boy did we enjoy that late night snack/meal though... mmmMMMMMM!! Nothing like stuffing yourself after a hard day of badminton. Which brings me to my next point, LB, do you like sushi? I know you can get almost anything asian in NYC as far as food goes, but isn't sushi still relatively expensive there? The sushi here, is arguably the most inexpensive (and among the most delicious) in the world! :D

[Pete LSD]

Kwun packed a lot of energy!!! He managed to outlast a lot of us. For the last game we played together, he even jumped up to intercept the birdie ;) Super Kwun

[LazyBuddy]

Kwun packed a lot of energy!!! He managed to outlast a lot of us. For the last game we played together, he even jumped up to intercept the birdie ;) Super Kwun

Kwun's superior performance adds extra pressure on my shoulder now... I am afraid that I will be nowhere near his lvl, and might disappoint some of ur guys... :(

But, hey, I will fight as much as possible. Giving up is not an option for me. :o :D

[kwun]

i was so completely dead that night. but after badminton snack was great!

but hey, that was the plan, we said we will play till our legs falls off! :)

[Break-My-String]

Hey LB,

What type of food does your tastebuds crave? :rolleyes: Especially after long hours of baddy?

Give us some ideas, this way we could set something up between sessions or have it take-out to the courts! (I know, most facilities will not allow food in the gym, but I'm pretty sure there will be areas where food is allowed.)

Cheers!

[cappy75]

Hey LB,

I think we could make a short trip to one of those 24/7 massage parlours after the games every night, what do you think:D?



...then make sure your hotel have massage service as well as ointments for cramps and then also bring some painkillers, etc...

[Traum]

I think we could make a short trip to one of those 24/7 massage parlours after the games every night, what do you think:D?
Hey cappy. If you're the one taking care of the bill, count me in, eh? :D

-Rick

[LazyBuddy]

Hey LB,

What type of food does your tastebuds crave? :rolleyes: Especially after long hours of baddy?

Give us some ideas, this way we could set something up between sessions or have it take-out to the courts! (I know, most facilities will not allow food in the gym, but I'm pretty sure there will be areas where food is allowed.)

Cheers!

After sessions, I prefer soup based food, such as soup (duh...), noodles, etc. However, seems sushi is a popular choice over there, I am also excited to jump in for that. :D

[badrad]

Hey cappy. If you're the one taking care of the bill, count me in, eh? :D

-RickNot paying the bill - I think Cappy75 is the one giving the massage! hahahaha :eek: :eek:

[wood_22_chuck]

Not paying the bill - I think Cappy75 is the one giving the massage! hahahaha :eek: :eek:

Bwahahahaha ... and here's the left turn, courtesy of badrad!

-dave

[Traum]

Not paying the bill - I think Cappy75 is the one giving the massage! hahahaha :eek: :eek:
bwahahahahahahahahaha!!!

You know what, badrad? I might just like that massage a little more than the ones from the palours! :p ;) :D

Cheers,
-Rick

[timeless]

What the... a lil too much information! :rolleyes:

[cooler]

i was so completely dead that night. but after badminton snack was great!

but hey, that was the plan, we said we will play till our legs falls off! :)


my head almost fell off too from wood_22_chuck's shot. It happened after 12:30am though when my movements were slower:rolleyes: As u can see, it's hard for me to forget that little incident ;)

[wood_22_chuck]

Bwahahahha ... you did an offensive clear to the backhand rear-court, and siddled up to the net expecting a weak drop, remember? :D

I merely played on your anticipation, negative reinforcement!

-dave

[LazyBuddy]

Hey LB,

I think we could make a short trip to one of those 24/7 massage parlours after the games every night, what do you think:D?


heheheheheh...

Do u think make me all hyped up right afterward is a good idea? :rolleyes: :D

[richho]

bwahahahahahahahahaha!!!

You know what, badrad? I might just like that massage a little more than the ones from the palours! :p ;) :D

Cheers,
-Rick

How about making a bet on games? The pair who lose the game will be the massager for the winning pair. Is it a good idea? We will have more fun playing games ,and you're going to be more motivated to win the game...HAHA

[Winex West Can]

How about making a bet on games? The pair who lose the game will be the massager for the winning pair. Is it a good idea? We will have more fun playing games ,and you're going to be more motivated to win the game...HAHA

I ain't giving any guy any massage :eek: . Ladies are okay :D :D :D

[cappy75]

Oh, and here I thought expenses are shared among the participants:D.


Hey cappy. If you're the one taking care of the bill, count me in, eh?

-Rick

Nah, Badrad... one pays for quality. Can't pay the bill? Don't visit in the first place, loh:D! Besides, if anybody do want massage from me... methink they better be shapely women;):p.


Not paying the bill - I think Cappy75 is the one giving the massage! hahahaha :eek: :eek:

Heh! Be careful what you wish for, you just might get it:D!!! Well, maybe not from me... but you never know:p!


bwahahahahahahahahaha!!!

You know what, badrad? I might just like that massage a little more than the ones from the palours!

Cheers,
-Rick

[cappy75]

I second that motion! Any ladies in the house:p?


I ain't giving any guy any massage :eek: . Ladies are okay :D :D :D

[604badder]

Wow.... this threads has over 2600 views!!! LB, your trip/BF gathering will be the most highly anticipated badminton event in Vancouver to kick off a summer of badminton!

[richho]

I second that motion! Any ladies in the house:p?

It must have more fun for massage if there are games like Men double VS.Women doule or Mix doule VS. Mix doule. Agree? :D :rolleyes: :) :p

[Pete LSD]

That's too much for my taste. It sounds so Japanese :D & Greek :D.


It must have more fun for massage if there are games like Men double VS.Women doule or Mix doule VS. Mix doule. Agree? :D :rolleyes: :) :p

[Break-My-String]

Hey guys, focus on F-O-O-D, not massaaggee!! :eek:

[LazyBuddy]

How about making a bet on games? The pair who lose the game will be the massager for the winning pair. Is it a good idea? We will have more fun playing games ,and you're going to be more motivated to win the game...HAHA

Lol...

Then, I am afraid that I have to serve the entire gym then. :D

[Traum]

Alrighty folks. I've managed to book two courts (courts 1 & 2) at ClearOne for Tuesday, April 13, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. The reservation is under my name, and for the moment, it has been paid for using my maxed out VISA card. May I ask who would be able to make it on Tuesday night?

-Rick

[cappy75]

I am up for it if LB is up for it:D.


Alrighty folks. I've managed to book two courts (courts 1 & 2) at ClearOne for Tuesday, April 13, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. The reservation is under my name, and for the moment, it has been paid for using my maxed out VISA card. May I ask who would be able to make it on Tuesday night?

-Rick

[wood_22_chuck]

I'll go ... :D

-dave

[Winex West Can]

Alrighty folks. I've managed to book two courts (courts 1 & 2) at ClearOne for Tuesday, April 13, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. The reservation is under my name, and for the moment, it has been paid for using my maxed out VISA card. May I ask who would be able to make it on Tuesday night?

-Rick


Sorry Rick, can't make it. I'll be back in Victoria for another week of work.

[Marky]

I can come but only for about an hour play from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Would you welcome this short stay?

[LazyBuddy]

I am up for it if LB is up for it:D.


Anyone think I will say "no" for this? Count us 2 in!

The only problem is, whether I still can run and jump or, already lying down with my oxygen tank next by? :D

[Break-My-String]

Although this might not help, I'm a maybe for Tuesday.

[LazyBuddy]

Wow.... this threads has over 2600 views!!! LB, your trip/BF gathering will be the most highly anticipated badminton event in Vancouver to kick off a summer of badminton!

It's my honor that such many BFers willing to squeeze out some valueable time to have a gathering. I will try my best to perform (well, according to my lowly standard though...)

Here's the up-to-now schedule:

Sat 4/10: Some time around night (late) in VRC

Sun 4/11: 12-2:30pm Collingwood
7:30 - 10pm C1 (Court #5, 6)

Mon 4/12: Many choices so far, depends...

Tues 4/13: 7 - 10pm C1 (Court #1,2)

[Traum]

Alrighty, so so far we only have the following players available on Tuesday:

Confirmed
Traum
LB (playing in his oxygen mask)
cappy75
wood22chuck

7:30 - 8:30
Marky

Maybe
BMS

We'll probably need a few more players to fill up those two courts. Any other takers?

-Rick

[richho]

Alrighty, so so far we only have the following players available on Tuesday:

Confirmed
Traum
LB (playing in his oxygen mask)
cappy75
wood22chuck

7:30 - 8:30
Marky

Maybe
BMS

We'll probably need a few more players to fill up those two courts. Any other takers?

-Rick

:( I am extremely eager to come,stay tuned...I hope i could swap my work schedule on that nite.. :)
--richard--

[kwun]

come on guys, leaving a badminton court empty and unused is a sin punishable by the Badminton Gods! :eek:

[LazyBuddy]

Help, help, help...

Fill the other court up. Otherwise, they will force me to play singles and kill me there. :confused:

[wwcbro]

Wow Kwun, bringing down the Badminton Gods on us Vancouverites...Guess the rest of the BF members better take note! :eek: :D

Rick/LB..unable to throw my hat in on the Tue sessions. Sorry mates.

[Pete LSD]

Let's start a contest to design a BADMINTON GOD so every badder can pray and confess to before going to sleep!


Wow Kwun, bringing down the Badminton Gods on us Vancouverites...Guess the rest of the BF members better take note! :eek: :D

Rick/LB..unable to throw my hat in on the Tue sessions. Sorry mates.

[Pete LSD]

SORRY!

Guys and Gals . . . At the last minute I have an emergency so I will not be able to make it for LB's grand tour of Vancouver. It's very unfortunate.

Best wishes to LB and happy birdie pounding!!!

Pete

[chihong]

Alrighty, so so far we only have the following players available on Tuesday:

Confirmed
Traum
LB (playing in his oxygen mask)
cappy75
wood22chuck

7:30 - 8:30
Marky

Maybe
BMS

We'll probably need a few more players to fill up those two courts. Any other takers?

-Rick

I should be able to make it on Tue after 7:30.

Cheers,
Chi

[LazyBuddy]

About 7 days left... I can't wait.

I would like to do a head count to see who will come to VRC on Sat 4/10 (we might go there and stay late, though). If possible, please indicate you are a member (and be able to sign in others), or a non-member.

Thanks a lot.

[wood_22_chuck]

In in for Sat night (I'm a non-member) ... think Marky (member) has opted to sign me in :D

-dave

[Marky]

this is confirmed, Dave.

[timeless]

I'm in for VRC. I'll be able to sign someone in as well.

[cappy75]

BMS might coming in with me and LB on Sat. So, we probably need some members to sign us in.

[badrad]

I'll be there on the Saturday night. Depending on how late though, mrs badrad might not be attending as she has early shift on Sunday mornings.

So current status of VRC members for Saturday night:

Timeless (+1?)
Marky
badrad

unconfirmed:
peteLSD + schrodingercat
TTT
GRYP
15love (+1)

[richho]

I will be there on Sat 4/10,hopefully Schrodingercat can sign me in...

Richard ( non -memeber)



I'll be there on the Saturday night. Depending on how late though, mrs badrad might not be attending as she has early shift on Sunday mornings.

So current status of VRC members for Saturday night:

Timeless (+1?)
Marky
badrad

unconfirmed:
peteLSD + schrodingercat
TTT
GRYP
15love (+1)

[viver]

I'll be there on the Saturday night. Depending on how late though, mrs badrad might not be attending as she has early shift on Sunday mornings.

So current status of VRC members for Saturday night:

Timeless (+1?)
Marky
badrad

unconfirmed:
peteLSD + schrodingercat
TTT
GRYP
15love (+1)
I could make it on Saturday night provided there are enough members to sign guests in. Not able to make on Sunday - family commitments.

[LazyBuddy]

I'll be there on the Saturday night. Depending on how late though, mrs badrad might not be attending as she has early shift on Sunday mornings.

So current status of VRC members for Saturday night:

Timeless (+1?)
Marky
badrad

unconfirmed:
peteLSD + schrodingercat
TTT
GRYP
15love (+1)

Seems here should be more non-members than members for VRC. Wondering how many non-member a member could sign in at once. If just 1, we might get a little bit problem then.

[badrad]

Seems here should be more non-members than members for VRC. Wondering how many non-member a member could sign in at once. If just 1, we might get a little bit problem then.yes, that's why we need to confirm how many members will be there, so there is no problem. Each member is only allowed 1 guest at a time, so until a few more members will confirm, we need to play by ear. In all practicality, there are other members and friends that could offer to sign in extras, but the difficulty is sometimes gathering them up.

[Pete LSD]

I can't make it. I will be out of town.

Thomas, his brother and friend(s) maybe coming. I think it's the same number as last time.


yes, that's why we need to confirm how many members will be there, so there is no problem. Each member is only allowed 1 guest at a time, so until a few more members will confirm, we need to play by ear. In all practicality, there are other members and friends that could offer to sign in extras, but the difficulty is sometimes gathering them up.

[badrad]

I can't make it. I will be out of town.

Thomas, his brother and friend(s) maybe coming. I think it's the same number as last time.Thomas, brother and friends are VRC members?

[Pete LSD]

No, they are not. We need extra members to bring them in. They number in three.


Thomas, brother and friends are VRC members?

[richho]

[QUOTE=Pete LSD]I can't make it. I will be out of town.

Hey,Peter,the baddy gathering will be less amusing w/o ur participation!!! :D :D

[badrad]

No, they are not. We need extra members to bring them in. They number in three.sounds like we're already maxed out?

currently there are 7 VRC members:

badrad & mrs.
timeless & mrs.
marky
15love & hubby (will be able to sign, but not play)
(did I miss any members who confirmed?)

guests:
lazybuddy
wood22chuck (marky's date)
viver?
cappy75?
Traum
richho?
others?

thomas + 2

I think in fairness to the BF'ers our first priority will be to sign them in first. Are Thomas + 2 BFer's?

[cappy75]

Yikes! If that's the case, I am willing to sit this one out and just drop in to spectate. Will still bring my gear along with me if there's another member willing to sign me in at the last moment. I will come in with LB and BMS (if he could make it on that day).


sounds like we're already maxed out?

currently there are 7 VRC members:

badrad & mrs.
timeless & mrs.
marky
15love & hubby (will be able to sign, but not play)
(did I miss any members who confirmed?)

guests:
lazybuddy
wood22chuck (marky's date)
viver?
cappy75?
Traum
richho?
others?

thomas + 2

I think in fairness to the BF'ers our first priority will be to sign them in first. Are Thomas + 2 BFer's?

[Pete LSD]

My bro will be able to sign guests in. Also, Eily and Phillip C. are able to sign people in.


sounds like we're already maxed out?

currently there are 7 VRC members:

badrad & mrs.
timeless & mrs.
marky
15love & hubby (will be able to sign, but not play)
(did I miss any members who confirmed?)

guests:
lazybuddy
wood22chuck (marky's date)
viver?
cappy75?
Traum
richho?
others?

thomas + 2

I think in fairness to the BF'ers our first priority will be to sign them in first. Are Thomas + 2 BFer's?

[Break-My-String]

To make it easier for the gathering (since I'm not yet sure for Sat) I'll just cancel for Sat's VRC. :)

[Pete LSD]

Hummmm, people will be laughing at a half handicap on court :) . I guess that is amusing :D .


[QUOTE=Pete LSD]I can't make it. I will be out of town.

Hey,Peter,the baddy gathering will be less amusing w/o ur participation!!! :D :D

[Marky]

I hope I can get hold one or two members who appear in that night to help signing in guests. This really depends if they are willing to do so.

[Marky]

Pete: I hope Dan is coming.

[Traum]

I won't be able to come to VRC on Saturday. However, I will go to the gathering at ClearOne on Sunday and Tuesday.

-Rick

[cappy75]

Got words that Cameron Monday will be cancelled due to Easter, so we need alternative plans for Monday.


I won't be able to come to VRC on Saturday. However, I will go to the gathering at ClearOne on Sunday and Tuesday.

-Rick

[Pete LSD]

Yes, he will come.


Pete: I hope Dan is coming.

[viver]

Hummmm, people will be laughing at a half handicap on court :) . I guess that is amusing :D .
Hey, what happened to you? :confused:

[Pete LSD]

Sprained Ankle. I am at 70% capacity.


Hey, what happened to you? :confused:

[cooler]

Sprained Ankle. I am at 70% capacity.


damaged ankle,
damaged rackets,

you're one damaged good, dude :p

[timeless]

I think we'll be able to round up enough non-BF VRC members from the normal Saturday night regulars to sign everyone in. I believe I know most of them well enough to coax them to sign guests in. So don't miss out on Saturday night for fear of not getting in!

[Traum]

Sprained Ankle. I am at 70% capacity.
Hey Peter. Did you sprain it on Friday when we were duking it out at VRC? Take care, man.

-Rick

p.s. Ice it. Pop a few Advils. Put a brace on. Do whatever you can to keep yourself on the court, eh? ;)

[JChen99]

can i still sign up for a spot on tuesday at ClearOne? since Monday's easter monday or wutever... Cameron WILL NOT BE OPEN!
so... cant play there... :(

[Traum]

Alrighty, so the following people are gonna come join us at ClearOne on Tuesday:

Confirmed
Traum
LB (playing in his oxygen mask)
cappy75
wood22chuck
JChen99
wonge
defiant

7:30 - 8:30
Marky

7:30 - 10:00
chihong

Maybe
BMS

I'll try to get a few of my buddies to come join the party as well. Will keep everyone posted about the latest details.

-Rick

[cappy75]

Heh! HURRAY! JChen99 finally commits to the final day:D! Glad you're on board for the party... better late than never:p!


can i still sign up for a spot on tuesday at ClearOne? since Monday's easter monday or wutever... Cameron WILL NOT BE OPEN!
so... cant play there... :(

[TTT]

oops...haven't checked the forum lately....from the posting, the current status looks like:

currently there are 9 confirmed (+2 possible) VRC members:

badrad & mrs.
timeless & mrs.
marky
15love & hubby (will be able to sign, but not play)
TTT
Pete's bro (schrodingercat)
Aily and Phillip C. (Possible to sign in people)

8 guests:
lazybuddy
wood22chuck (marky's date)
viver
cappy75
richho
thomas + 2

[richho]

I am sure to make it on Sat nite,but how late we will play on that nite and what time we get started?


sounds like we're already maxed out?

currently there are 7 VRC members:

badrad & mrs.
timeless & mrs.
marky
15love & hubby (will be able to sign, but not play)
(did I miss any members who confirmed?)

guests:
lazybuddy
wood22chuck (marky's date)
viver?
cappy75?
Traum
richho?
others?

thomas + 2

I think in fairness to the BF'ers our first priority will be to sign them in first. Are Thomas + 2 BFer's?

[TTT]

I am sure to make it on Sat nite,but how late we will play on that nite and what time we get started?

I'm not sure...but I know it's gonna be late (at least past 1am) because we're gonna play until we drop!...I think we stayed pretty late last time when kwun was in town?

As for what time we get started, this will depend on when each of the VRC members get to the place. But probably it has to be after 8pm because there might be a lot of juniors playing before.

I think there are a couple ways of doing this:

1.) Get everyone to meet at the front door at a specific time, say 9pm or something.

2.) Non-members "pair-up" with a VRC member before going there. So the meeting time will be decided by each individual pair.

3.) Have someone wait at the front door to record which VRC member has arrived. When a guest comes, the person will find the VRC member to sign the guest in.

[richho]

Thanks TTT,you really bring up a good ideaaaaaaaa..


I'm not sure...but I know it's gonna be late (at least past 1am) because we're gonna play until we drop!...I think we stayed pretty late last time when kwun was in town?

As for what time we get started, this will depend on when each of the VRC members get to the place. But probably it has to be after 8pm because there might be a lot of juniors playing before.

I think there are a couple ways of doing this:

1.) Get everyone to meet at the front door at a specific time, say 9pm or something.

2.) Non-members "pair-up" with a VRC member before going there. So the meeting time will be decided by each individual pair.

3.) Have someone wait at the front door to record which VRC member has arrived. When a guest comes, the person will find the VRC member to sign the guest in.

[LazyBuddy]

Yikes! If that's the case, I am willing to sit this one out and just drop in to spectate. Will still bring my gear along with me if there's another member willing to sign me in at the last moment. I will come in with LB and BMS (if he could make it on that day).

Please bring ur gear - I will make sure u do.

I am sure we can figure out a deal for everyone, as I might feel bad if some BFers will be left behind. For you, I will give you #1 piroity myself, as if u are not coming in, I won't even be able to go home (and, how I am going to apply our tricky MD startegy if u are not here?). :D

[LazyBuddy]

To make it easier for the gathering (since I'm not yet sure for Sat) I'll just cancel for Sat's VRC. :)

Please come, seems we have enough sign-in, as Timeless and TTT suggested.

[Marky]

TTT: other VRC members can possibly sign guests in are:

another Peter (not Pete_LSD);
Hart;
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph

[15Love]

Just a reminder that it is the Sat of the BC Closed tournament at the VRC so it won't be the usual Sat day crowd with priority to juniors. The tournament is pretty small so you might be able to get on court as early as 7

[LazyBuddy]

Just a reminder that it is the Sat of the BC Closed tournament at the VRC so it won't be the usual Sat day crowd with priority to juniors. The tournament is pretty small so you might be able to get on court as early as 7

7pm?

Consider the fact that quite a few BFers (including me, of course) will stay for a long long time (1 or 2 am at least), maybe we can play "safe", and meet around 8 or even 9pm. This way, we can have a good dinner, relax, and prepare to rock an roll.

If the majority feel like to kick my butt as early as possible, 7pm is also fine. :D

[cappy75]

Yes, we definitely need to commit to a time soon. 7pm should be ok for me.


7pm?

Consider the fact that quite a few BFers (including me, of course) will stay for a long long time (1 or 2 am at least), maybe we can play "safe", and meet around 8 or even 9pm. This way, we can have a good dinner, relax, and prepare to rock an roll.

If the majority feel like to kick my butt as early as possible, 7pm is also fine. :D

[timeless]

Regarding VRC on Saturday night, typically it isn't very busy from about 8PM-9:30PM, but then all regulars come in and sometimes it's a mad house from 9:30PM-midnight. After midnight it usually tapers off dramatically and we'll have very little wait inbetween games. This is usually the case on any given Saturday, including tournament weekends, except that it might be busier.

We could just go early and get a feel for what to do. If it gets insanely busy, we could always leave and go chat, have snack & drinks, and then come back around midnight. Or just enjoy the chaos of it all and play through all night, and have snacks n drinks afterwards. Either works for me, but yes, we should nail down a time very soon. One thing to note regarding a meeting time, sometimes VRC posts a "sentry" desk at the front foyer. This person will enforce all people coming to the door to sign in immediately, and won't allow non-members to go looking for their member friends inside. This person will also enforce that each guest has a member to sign them in. So in other words, be honest with your time, and make sure you're not late! We'll have to be organized or there will be grounds for other non-BF VRC members to complain.

[JChen99]

Rick, when does it start/end? 7:30-10:00?

Alrighty, so the following people are gonna come join us at ClearOne on Tuesday:

Confirmed
Traum
LB (playing in his oxygen mask)
cappy75
wood22chuck
JChen99
wonge
defiant

7:30 - 8:30
Marky

7:30 - 10:00
chihong

Maybe
BMS

I'll try to get a few of my buddies to come join the party as well. Will keep everyone posted about the latest details.

-Rick

[viver]

I'll be there around 9:30pm.


Regarding VRC on Saturday night, typically it isn't very busy from about 8PM-9:30PM, but then all regulars come in and sometimes it's a mad house from 9:30PM-midnight. After midnight it usually tapers off dramatically and we'll have very little wait inbetween games. This is usually the case on any given Saturday, including tournament weekends, except that it might be busier.

We could just go early and get a feel for what to do. If it gets insanely busy, we could always leave and go chat, have snack & drinks, and then come back around midnight. Or just enjoy the chaos of it all and play through all night, and have snacks n drinks afterwards. Either works for me, but yes, we should nail down a time very soon. One thing to note regarding a meeting time, sometimes VRC posts a "sentry" desk at the front foyer. This person will enforce all people coming to the door to sign in immediately, and won't allow non-members to go looking for their member friends inside. This person will also enforce that each guest has a member to sign them in. So in other words, be honest with your time, and make sure you're not late! We'll have to be organized or there will be grounds for other non-BF VRC members to complain.

[Traum]

Rick, when does it start/end? 7:30-10:00?
For Tuesday, I've booked courts 1 and 2 from 7:00 -- 10:00pm.

-Rick

[cappy75]

Viver, couldn't you join us in a game or two:(? Half an hour before the session ends won't give adequate satisfaction for anybody.


I'll be there around 9:30pm.

[timeless]

Cappy, I think Viver was referring to VRC Saturday night... not ClearOne on Tuesday.

[cappy75]

Oh, that's cool. I read Viver's reply and skipped to Traum's reply and made an unlikely connection somehow:o. Thanks for clearing it up, Timeless:)! Man, time for some shuteyes:p.


Cappy, I think Viver was referring to VRC Saturday night... not ClearOne on Tuesday.

[Pete LSD]

No, it happened seven weeks ago but the ankle just hasn't healed up completely.


Hey Peter. Did you sprain it on Friday when we were duking it out at VRC? Take care, man.

-Rick

p.s. Ice it. Pop a few Advils. Put a brace on. Do whatever you can to keep yourself on the court, eh? ;)

[SchrodingerCat]

Hi all, I will be at VRC at 7;30 this sat and be happy to sign a person up. Where should I wait and how do I know who is who?

Regards

[badrad]

All BF'ers waiting for a VRC BF member to sign them in - attach this sign to your chest:

I'm a poor lost Badminton Forum Soul that is waiting for another from the BF universe that have transcended to the level of angels, and will take pity on this poor hapless creature and bring me in to the land of pristine courts and badminton heaven...

Nah - too wordy - JUST USE A PERMANENT MARKER AND WRITE "BF" ON YOUR FOREHEAD! One of us will find yah!

[kwun]

how about:




PLEASE SPARE SOME BIRDIES.
WILL WORK FOR BADMINTON.

[15Love]

We can sign someone in at 630 but will not be around after that.

[wood_22_chuck]

All BF'ers waiting for a VRC BF member to sign them in - attach this sign to your chest:

I'm a poor lost Badminton Forum Soul that is waiting for another from the BF universe that have transcended to the level of angels, and will take pity on this poor hapless creature and bring me in to the land of pristine courts and badminton heaven...

Nah - too wordy - JUST USE A PERMANENT MARKER AND WRITE "BF" ON YOUR FOREHEAD! One of us will find yah!


BWAHAHAHAHHAHAA ... any ink color preferences?

-dave

[SmashingBird]

All BF'ers waiting for a VRC BF member to sign them in - attach this sign to your chest:

I'm a poor lost Badminton Forum Soul that is waiting for another from the BF universe that have transcended to the level of angels, and will take pity on this poor hapless creature and bring me in to the land of pristine courts and badminton heaven...

Nah - too wordy - JUST USE A PERMANENT MARKER AND WRITE "BF" ON YOUR FOREHEAD! One of us will find yah!


This will give some bad bfers the idea to make some money off of this..kinda like how people sell tickets right before a hockey game. Imagine we see a vrc member waiting outside at the front door of vrc waiting for ticketless and signinless bfer and offers to sell tickets for like $20.

[LazyBuddy]

We can sign someone in at 630 but will not be around after that.

If both Mr. and Mrs 15love can sign ppl in around 6:30, I think cappy and me (both non-member) can get there round that time. So, this way ppl feel like to torture me can come in whenever they want to. :D

[richho]

This will give some bad bfers the idea to make some money off of this..kinda like how people sell tickets right before a hockey game. Imagine we see a vrc member waiting outside at the front door of vrc waiting for ticketless and signinless bfer and offers to sell tickets for like $20.

Hi,SmashingBird,

Are you the bad Bfer who is gonna to sell tickets? :D

[viver]

Cappy, I think Viver was referring to VRC Saturday night... not ClearOne on Tuesday.
That's right, I was referring to VRC Saturday night. Would it be Ok if I go at that time?

Can't make in other nights - other commitments. :(

[viver]

Viver, couldn't you join us in a game or two:(? Half an hour before the session ends won't give adequate satisfaction for anybody.
If you plan to go to VRC, then see you Saturday night. Can't make it to Clear One though...

[15Love]

Ok, we will be there. We are going to be there earlier to watch the semis for the BC Closed as well.

[SchrodingerCat]

Is there a clearone night? If so, when is it? I want to join too.

[Traum]

ClearOne Night is on Sunday from 7:30 to 10:00, and then again on Tuesday from 7:00 to 10:00.

-Rick

[timeless]

That's right, I was referring to VRC Saturday night. Would it be Ok if I go at that time?

Can't make in other nights - other commitments. :(
I think that would be a safe time to go. If you don't see any BFer's then you always know members of Aily's group. I'm sure one of them would sign you in. Or perhaps even contact her before hand to guarantee sign in? I'm sure she could organize something/someone to sign you in at that time. I'm not exactly sure when I'm planning to show up that night, otherwise I'd arrange to meet you at the front. I'm still waiting to see if the other BFer's can settle on a time to meet. *HINT HINT* :D

[timeless]

LB, what do you have planned for Saturday during the day? If nothing special, you could check out the tournament at VRC. Saturday should be doubles which is always pretty entertaining to watch. I can meet up with you and go watch the tournament if you're interested. I'm thinking of going to spectate anyway. Most of the best active players in this province should be competing this weekend. Other BFer's are welcome to join us as well of course. Admission is free. At the last major tournament at VRC, we got treated to some great action because a former US national player, and two former India national players entered.

[cappy75]

If LB is up for it, I would like to take in some of those tourney actions as well:).


LB, what do you have planned for Saturday during the day? If nothing special, you could check out the tournament at VRC. Saturday should be doubles which is always pretty entertaining to watch. I can meet up with you and go watch the tournament if you're interested. I'm thinking of going to spectate anyway. Most of the best active players in this province should be competing this weekend. Other BFer's are welcome to join us as well of course. Admission is free. At the last major tournament at VRC, we got treated to some great action because a former US national player, and two former India national players entered.

[LazyBuddy]

If LB is up for it, I would like to take in some of those tourney actions as well:).

Sounds good to me. Let's see what time we can really get up on Sat 1st, since my flight is kinda late. ;)

[badrad]

I have various meetings through the day on Saturday, but trying to find some time to drop in to watch some of tournament. We were planning to be back at the VRC between 8 - 9, as we are having dinner out first.

Have a good flight LZ!

[LazyBuddy]

, but trying to find some time to drop in to watch some of tournament. We were planning to be back at the VRC between 8 - 9, as we are having dinner out first.


So, once I pay for my 1-day guest fee, I assume it's good for 24 hrs? Sounds cool. I can get Mr./Mrs 15love get me and cappy75 in first, then, heading out for a dinner gathering with some BFers, then head back for my 1st torture session in VAN.

36 hrs more, i will be in VAN... :p

[Winex West Can]

ClearOne Night is on Sunday from 7:30 to 10:00, and then again on Tuesday from 7:00 to 10:00.

-Rick

Sorry guys, just found out that Sunday night is not good for me :( (will be in Seattle) but will come out Sat. night for sure. I will pass the shuttles for Sunday onto wwcbro to bring.

[SmashingBird]

Sorry guys, just found out that Sunday night is not good for me :( (will be in Seattle) but will come out Sat. night for sure. I will pass the shuttles for Sunday onto wwcbro to bring.


Sorry guys, I will also be unable to attend for Sunday night at clearone due to a shoulder injury I suffered at Collingwood this past Sunday. :(

[timeless]

So no VRC Saturday for you either then?

[SmashingBird]

So no VRC Saturday for you either then?

I never sign up for the VRC meeting on Saturday altho I would love to go but I couldn't go both nights so I decided to goto clearone but now not anymore as I couldn't even move my right shoulder. :(

[wood_22_chuck]

Hope you feel better soon, Smashingbird! Sucks to be out of the badminton scene. Health is more important first and foremost.

-dave

[badrad]

I never sign up for the VRC meeting on Saturday altho I would love to go but I couldn't go both nights so I decided to goto clearone but now not anymore as I couldn't even move my right shoulder. :(Ouch - which part of your shoulder? How did you injure it?
I'm still recovering from my shoulder injury which has now been over 3 months.

[SmashingBird]

Ouch - which part of your shoulder? How did you injure it?
I'm still recovering from my shoulder injury which has now been over 3 months.

Right here on the red spot : http://www.sfu.ca/~mickeyc/shoulder.JPG

I think I injured it by doing too many behind the back shots as thats when I feel the most pain. Now it hurts when I lift my arm up pass 45 degree and it hurts like hell when I rotate it.