Royals Parade Attendance Roll Call - Page 21

Fairplay · 11-04-2015, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by DaFace

And the next time they win it, I bet things will be better. It just takes time to plan all of that, which they didn't have (not to mention money that isn't likely anywhere in a budget).

They had last year to plan it and though we did not win the parade route and all was in the KC Star just in case the Royals last year.

This year everyone knew well in advance the Royals were in the post season the city had plenty of time to go over the plans with transportation, police and fire department heads to improve them.
I blame this failure on Sly this parade could've been improved immensely.

**gblowfish** · 11-04-2015, 01:02 PM

Man, this week has been a whirlwind for me. I was up and out early, went to the parade with my pals Gary and Derrek. These two guys are dear friends, and we went to the parade together in 1985. 30 years later, we're all together again, doing the parade once again, celebrating being a WORLDS CHAMPION again.

We got to our spot around 8:30am, we were between 10th and 11th and Oak, right up the street from City Hall. Here's some of my favorite pictures I took from my vantage point.

I've had a charmed life, and a front row seat for many of KC's biggest sporting events. I'm blessed, and a lucky guy.

Pictures to follow:

**gblowfish** · 11-04-2015, 01:04 PM

Here's some more...

**gblowfish** · 11-04-2015, 01:05 PM

Ned bringing up the rear with the hardware, and my pals Gary and Derrek, 30 years back from the future.

**luv** · 11-04-2015, 01:13 PM

So, how many do you think would should up next time, granted it's not another lifetime before then?

**gblowfish** · 11-04-2015, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by luv

So, how many do you think would should up next time, granted it's not another lifetime before then?

If it's another 30 years, I probably won't be here to see it.

WhawhaWhat · 11-04-2015, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Halfcan

It was crazy. I have never been part of such a huge event. I felt it was poorly planned. KC cops were blocking streets off, not letting fans move to the front of Union station from the side. No bathrooms or water stations. We parked at Kemper and it was a cluster. Busses were mobbed afterward and had to walk back. Put in about 6 miles for the day.

Pretty disappointing day.

I have no sympathy for anyone that expected to go to an event of that size and didn't expect some inconveniences.

"OMG I had to walk so far!"
"OMG it took an 2 hours to get into/out of downtown!"
"I had to wait in line to use the bathroom!"

Stay at home losers.

DaveNull · 11-04-2015, 01:43 PM

I don't know what people expected in terms of logistical planning and preparation. I was impressed at how quickly they determined a route and could get stuff like the stage pulled together.

Plus, even if there had been some better planning nobody expected 1/4 of the metro area to come down. They probably could have put every port-a-potty in the region there and people would still have had to stand in line.

Personally my only regret is not having the foresight to go down to one of those labor-ready outfits and dispatched 100 dudes with backpack coolers and nat-light to sell for $5 a piece inside the crowd.

sedated · 11-04-2015, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by DaFace

Yeah, I hear you. And the next time they win it, I bet things will be better. It just takes time to plan all of that, which they didn't have (not to mention money that isn't likely anywhere in a budget).

I heard MLB has a rule that the parade has to be held within 3 days after the series ends.

SLAG · 11-04-2015, 01:45 PM

Per my wife's suggestion we booked a room at the westin first thing Monday Morning.
Took us over 2 Hours to get there from Southern Johnson County leaving the house around 8AM

FYI there was plenty of parking at Crown center - If you were lucky enough to get in there.

Here are a few shots from our 9th floor room.

as a father to a lot of kids, and the fact that my 87 year old grandfather joined us - having our own bathroom, seats, land line was worth us not even spending the night in the hotel.

Something tells me this guy wasn't aware this walkway had previous collapsed killing people - cops were getting people off the top of that thing all day.

Fireworks!

The Aftermath

sedated · 11-04-2015, 01:48 PM

I was sure they would have lanes dedicated to the buses. If not, there isn't much point in having them, everyone knew traffic would be just as much of an issue as parking.

But honestly, this thread is the only negative feedback I've heard. Everything else has the tune of "I can't believe such a big event went so perfectly".

Sassy Squatch · 11-04-2015, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by sedated

I was sure they would have lanes dedicated to the buses. If not, there isn't much point in having them, everyone knew traffic would be just as much of an issue as parking.

But honestly, this thread is the only negative feedback I've heard. Everything else has the tune of "I can't believe such a big event went so perfectly".

Really went about as well as could be expected. Just sucks getting caught up in that cluster ****ed shuttle situation and missing out on most of it.

**BigRedChief** · 11-04-2015, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud

I'd have no problem moving back in a heartbeat if my business existed there.

I miss it, big time. Enjoy it!

I lived there for 19 years. No way I'm going back. I miss the tailgating and BBQ but living on the water and the weather is just too damn good to give up.

cosmo20002 · 11-04-2015, 02:26 PM

The mass of humanity between Union Station and the WWI memorial was just insane. And they had ONE video screen. And it was located pretty much right next to the stage and not elevated much higher than the stage. Other than just being there, there wasn't much point in being there for most of those people because they couldn't see anything and could barely hear it.

I was on the hill in front of Union Station right at the top of the steep part where it starts to flatten out a bit and I could see ok most of the time. But the people behind me had a tough time. And the people way behind us, they had no chance.

**BigRedChief** · 11-04-2015, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by DaveNull

I don't know what people expected in terms of logistical planning and preparation. I was impressed at how quickly they determined a route and could get stuff like the stage pulled together.

Plus, even if there had been some better planning nobody expected 1/4 of the metro area to come down. They probably could have put every port-a-potty in the region there and people would still have had to stand in line.

Personally my only regret is not having the foresight to go down to one of those labor-ready outfits and dispatched 100 dudes with backpack coolers and nat-light to sell for $5 a piece inside the crowd.

In the town I live they have a big park right on the water. It holds about 125K. They have no issues getting people and supplies in and out even though 50% of the land is on water and obviously cant be used to get supplies and people in and out. It's really about experience and trial and error with the cities logistical capabilities.

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gblowfish Be Kind To Your Pets Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Glorious Independence, MO Casino cash: $16886178 VARSITY	Man, this week has been a whirlwind for me. I was up and out early, went to the parade with my pals Gary and Derrek. These two guys are dear friends, and we went to the parade together in 1985. 30 years later, we're all together again, doing the parade once again, celebrating being a WORLDS CHAMPION again. We got to our spot around 8:30am, we were between 10th and 11th and Oak, right up the street from City Hall. Here's some of my favorite pictures I took from my vantage point. I've had a charmed life, and a front row seat for many of KC's biggest sporting events. I'm blessed, and a lucky guy. Pictures to follow: Attached Thumbnails
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gblowfish Be Kind To Your Pets Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Glorious Independence, MO Casino cash: $16886178 VARSITY	Here's some more... Attached Thumbnails
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gblowfish Be Kind To Your Pets Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Glorious Independence, MO Casino cash: $16886178 VARSITY	Ned bringing up the rear with the hardware, and my pals Gary and Derrek, 30 years back from the future. Attached Thumbnails
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DaveNull Veteran Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Villa Straylight Casino cash: $9975610	I don't know what people expected in terms of logistical planning and preparation. I was impressed at how quickly they determined a route and could get stuff like the stage pulled together. Plus, even if there had been some better planning nobody expected 1/4 of the metro area to come down. They probably could have put every port-a-potty in the region there and people would still have had to stand in line. Personally my only regret is not having the foresight to go down to one of those labor-ready outfits and dispatched 100 dudes with backpack coolers and nat-light to sell for $5 a piece inside the crowd.
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cosmo20002 Debunking your bullshit Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: KC area Casino cash: $3630890	The mass of humanity between Union Station and the WWI memorial was just insane. And they had ONE video screen. And it was located pretty much right next to the stage and not elevated much higher than the stage. Other than just being there, there wasn't much point in being there for most of those people because they couldn't see anything and could barely hear it. I was on the hill in front of Union Station right at the top of the steep part where it starts to flatten out a bit and I could see ok most of the time. But the people behind me had a tough time. And the people way behind us, they had no chance.
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