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corporatejay · 06-10-2019, 03:03 PM

Thinking of taking in the game tomorrow. Any thoughts on what I should wear? I have a Calgary rangers track jacket (blue), a striped Fluminense jersey and that's it for soccer gear.

Weitz · 06-10-2019, 03:04 PM

Taking in my first game tomorrow with a few other first timers. We got tickets in 106 row 1... are we going to be too low to have a good vantage of the field?

FlamesFanStrandedInEDM · 06-10-2019, 03:09 PM

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Thinking of taking in the game tomorrow. Any thoughts on what I should wear? I have a Calgary rangers track jacket (blue), a striped Fluminense jersey and that's it for soccer gear.

Come find me and I can let you use my seasons ticket discount card at the team store ?

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Arsenal14 · 06-10-2019, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Weitz

Taking in my first game tomorrow with a few other first timers. We got tickets in 106 row 1... are we going to be too low to have a good vantage of the field?

Row 1 isn't great, but if you don't like it there will probably be lots of empty seats higher up you can move to. Doesn't look like very high ticket sales for this game.

Resolute 14 · 06-10-2019, 03:57 PM

There *might* be a thousand seats sold. You'll have no issue moving around if you need to, Weitz.

mac_82 · 06-10-2019, 08:12 PM

Bringing 4 new people to the game tomorrow. Looks like 500 tickets have been sold at most.

FlamesFanStrandedInEDM · 06-10-2019, 09:15 PM

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Bringing 4 new people to the game tomorrow. Looks like 500 tickets have been sold at most.

They also get quite a few walk-up tickets...I think it bypasses Ticketmaster charges

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jayswin · 06-10-2019, 09:19 PM

Jesus, almost a statistical zero sold for such an anticipated rematch.

I just don't see their vision of building a premium experience fan base ever catching. In a vacuum I can see how you might think you've built a great venue and experience (and they have), but outside your little vacuum you simply won't achieve what you think you can when MLS fans can watch their teams for less. You didn't miss the mark, you flew by it by 1000 miles.

I know many fans don't want to hear it anymore so I'll keep it to a minimum, but it is flat out bonkers, and so beyond frustrating. I'll pay my $10/mth to Onesoccer to do my part and to watch the games, but **** me.

TheAlpineOracle · 06-10-2019, 09:29 PM

Nm.

Howie_16 · 06-10-2019, 10:16 PM

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They also get quite a few walk-up tickets...I think it bypasses Ticketmaster charges

May have to try that next time I go. Jimmy Stang & I bought two singles (with only two seats between us) in the Supporters' Section for the June 22 game against Forge. Hoping for sun and the opportunity to see Cavalry clinch the Spring Pennant or whatever its called.

I'd love to go to the match tomorrow, but taking a pass because I'm going to the Stamps game on Saturday and Cavalry on the following weekend. Single me would have seasons' tickets for both teams. Family me needs to find some balance and keep Mrs. Howie_16 happy.

cam_wmh · 06-10-2019, 11:25 PM

I declined the option to purchase my season ticket seats for tomorrow's game, but am still going with a few friends.

Check out how many seats are available. This is embarrassing.

FlamesFanStrandedInEDM · 06-10-2019, 11:37 PM

There has been almost no publicity for this match. The Fan960 has been advertising that the next home game is June 22nd.

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mac_82 · 06-11-2019, 05:38 AM

By the looks of things a very small number of seasons ticket holders outside the supporter section optioned their tickets.

Muta · 06-11-2019, 08:43 AM

I agree, there has been no advertising for this match. That said, that is definitely embarrassing. Ticket prices need to be dropped, but c'mon... there's got to be more fan demand and commitment than that.

Ozy_Flame · 06-11-2019, 08:47 AM

I don't know what could possibly drive this game to more ticket sales, but goddamn tell your friends and family that this will be one of the best games of the season! Lets help this club get all the attention it needs!

Weitz · 06-11-2019, 08:51 AM

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I agree, there has been no advertising for this match. That said, that is definitely embarrassing. Ticket prices need to be dropped, but c'mon... there's got to be more fan demand and commitment than that.

I mean I am going to my first game and I am excited, but I will be honest in that if the tickets and food/drink weren't free we wouldn't be going.

The prices are too high which has been discussed to death, but I think what isn't discussed enough is the location. For me to travel all the way there the tickets have to be cheap. Like $30 cheap.

Muta · 06-11-2019, 08:53 AM

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I mean I am going to my first game and I am excited, but I will be honest in that if the tickets and food/drink weren't free we wouldn't be going.

The prices are too high which has been discussed to death, but I think what isn't discussed enough is the location. For me to travel all the way there the tickets have to be cheap. Like $30 cheap.

I'm doing the $30 tickets from the Ship tonight, so I hear you there. My thing about the location is this - it is far, you're right... but once you go to a couple games you realize it isn't all that bad. When I drive there I just listen to good music and enjoy the journey. Plus, the way that the grounds are set up, it's a really beautiful atmosphere once you get there!

Jimmy Stang · 06-11-2019, 09:52 AM

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I'm doing the $30 tickets from the Ship tonight, so I hear you there. My thing about the location is this - it is far, you're right... but once you go to a couple games you realize it isn't all that bad. When I drive there I just listen to good music and enjoy the journey. Plus, the way that the grounds are set up, it's a really beautiful atmosphere once you get there!

Very true. You have to treat it as a day out, and it really is a neat place. That being said, the distance is still a barrier for a lot of people. I live in Tuscany, so Spruce Meadows on a weekend requires a bit of planning and scheduling, but can be done. But Spruce Meadows on a weeknight? That's a big ask for a lot of the population. If lived in Silverado, I'd definitely consider moseying on over there on a weeknight.

The distance is an issue, but can be forgiven for a number of reasons. Real grass, neat venue, intimate setting, non-Flames owners but still able to provide stability, etc.

Cup matches are a funny beast though. Even in Europe, the early rounds of the cups are poorly attended because season ticket holders are asked to buy the tickets as each round progresses. Plans may have already been made, or the opponent isn't exciting, etc. The response in Europe is heavy discounts and it is seen as a way to get new, young supporters into the stands. Cavalry reduced prices very slightly for this one, but the starting point is already off the charts, and the "discounted" prices are still widely rejected as audacious.

I'm so cynical that, should we end up hosting the Whitecaps, I wouldn't be surprised if prices actually increased due to the novelty and the place ended up nearly empty.

Thunderball · 06-11-2019, 10:07 AM

For those of us planning to hitch a ride (and snag a few beers) at Rose and Crown, what time does the bus leave? 6?

TheIronMaiden · 06-11-2019, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimmy Stang

Very true. You have to treat it as a day out, and it really is a neat place. That being said, the distance is still a barrier for a lot of people. I live in Tuscany, so Spruce Meadows on a weekend requires a bit of planning and scheduling, but can be done. But Spruce Meadows on a weeknight? That's a big ask for a lot of the population. If lived in Silverado, I'd definitely consider moseying on over there on a weeknight.

The distance is an issue, but can be forgiven for a number of reasons. Real grass, neat venue, intimate setting, non-Flames owners but still able to provide stability, etc.

Cup matches are a funny beast though. Even in Europe, the early rounds of the cups are poorly attended because season ticket holders are asked to buy the tickets as each round progresses. Plans may have already been made, or the opponent isn't exciting, etc. The response in Europe is heavy discounts and it is seen as a way to get new, young supporters into the stands. Cavalry reduced prices very slightly for this one, but the starting point is already off the charts, and the "discounted" prices are still widely rejected as audacious.

I'm so cynical that, should we end up hosting the Whitecaps, I wouldn't be surprised if prices actually increased due to the novelty and the place ended up nearly empty.

FWIW if the Cavs host the Whitecaps I am taking a day off work if I need to. You'd have to roll me out of there when the game was over.