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[KurtRambis4]

Looks awesome out in the OF.

All of those old folks that complained about the new rigs, look silly now.

I can't wait 'till we're hosting post-season games.

That place is going to be loud!

 

[Dawgcap]

Was out in the outfield with my college daughter and friends! Smoke was rising and still had the look of the old lounge. From right field the left field longe looks awesome. Great sight lines. Everyone can see the game if they want. Such a great look. I was skeptical but I never had a longe spot but I felt like I did tonight! Big crowd in the outfield and I can guarantee it will be rowdy! If everyone carry’s there trash to the receptacles and don’t ruin it for everyone the outfield will be unbelievable. You can watch from somewhere if you want unlike in the past! Impressive!!

 

[o_dawgnabit]

I'm just watching it on TV and following on twitter. It seems the general consensus is good. There are a couple complaints about the lounge not being able to have signs/flags and creative things like that. But I think it looks awesome

 

[CochiseCowbell]

Kurt, we have to know if you're in attendance.

 

[notoriousD_O_G]

Kurt, we have to know if you're in attendance.

How could he be? He's using his phone******

 

[KurtRambis4]

Yeah! Nobody

checks scores mid-inning!****

 

[Mjoelner]

Observations from the lounge:

Pros:
-Great site lines. Moving the green monster back allows us to now see the entire field from our spot in left-center.
-It already looks great but when completed, its going to be unbelievable.
-Still some grumbling but we're all MSU baseball fans and will continue to be there. Its just going to take some getting used to for some people.

Cons:
-Having to park halfway across campus if you don't have a parking pass.
-Need a designated play area for the kids. It's hard to watch a game when a herd of 5 year-olds are bouncing up and down the levels on the spot right next to you. I did see some behind the lounge in right field around the scoreboard. Hopefully that'll turn into the area.
-It doesn't affect our group so much but a lot of people that have sat on rigs with friends in the past are going to be S.O.L. this year due to the size reduction. The frat spots looked like a bunch of sardines tonight.
-Storage areas in the lounge are tiny.
-The bathroom is centerfield that serves the entire outfield is about half or a third the size it needs to be but I think I heard that will be taken care of.

Even though I listed more cons than pros, the pros outweigh the cons. The cons are a nuisance and no where close to a deal breaker.

A shout-out to the special effects/music audio guy. Thank you for not playing 2 second snippets of songs after every pitch like we've done in the past. Sometimes less is more.

eta: Sorry. Meant to post under original topic. It's late. I'm tired.

 

[o_dawgnabit]

I was wondering what the feedback was from loungers. Great input. But the fraternity rigs have always been packed like sardines

 

[IBleedMaroonDawg]

Looked great on TV. Can't wait till it is finished.

It was a little dark on TV but that could be lights not turned on yet or broadcast settings.

 

[Dawgcap]

I loved it. No chance to get a lounge spot. Waiting list is long but went with my college daughter. Posted before but the outfield is gonna be great cause you can find an area to hang an enjoy baseball or party

 

[Hump4Hoops]

Observation from watching on TV: The new lounge looks awesome.

The 3 tier look (close spots, 2nd level spots, and the PACKED free roaming area) really gives it something extra.

 

[MSUDC11]

I was wondering what the feedback was from loungers. Great input. But the fraternity rigs have always been packed like sardines

Yeah that is nothing new at all. At least now the safety hazard is significantly lower.

 

[5049]

Cons:
-Having to park halfway across campus if you don't have a parking pass.
-Need a designated play area for the kids. It's hard to watch a game when a herd of 5 year-olds are bouncing up and down the levels on the spot right next to you. I did see some behind the lounge in right field around the scoreboard. Hopefully that'll turn into the area.
-It doesn't affect our group so much but a lot of people that have sat on rigs with friends in the past are going to be S.O.L. this year due to the size reduction. The frat spots looked like a bunch of sardines tonight.
-Storage areas in the lounge are tiny.
-The bathroom is centerfield that serves the entire outfield is about half or a third the size it needs to be but I think I heard that will be taken care of.

I think a kids area is coming in the completed stadium

As far as parking, our fat asses need to be walking anyway, or sack up and pay the money

 

[mcfly.sixpack]

We have a lounge in right-center and we are thoroughly pleased. Storage is an issue but we're just gonna get creative and make it work. Likely benches that flip open for storage. Bathrooms however will be a major issue. I hope they add at least one more if not two.

And the 10x10 soft cooler rule is in effect. They don't have to be exactly 10x10 but if you don't try to comply you aren't bringing any beer in. I saw several guys get turned away.