October 17, 20178 yr comment_169194 It's about 9 months away, but the Long Island Retro Expo has confirmed the dates of Saturday Aug 11th and 12th in 2018 at the Cradle of Aviation Museum (same venue as the 2017 tournament) Nothing has been set yet, but I fully expect that we will run a '94 tournament on one of those days. So get your fare alerts and plans set for a trip to NYC in August! More information to come later (way later), but I wanted to get this out now. Report
October 17, 20178 yr comment_169196 Ok, thanks for the headsup. I am going to try to make this one, and the long notice helps! Also, I have moved to the original Gens controller for online play, so I am not hitting the wrong buttons when I play live! (In Vegas, my first time using an original controller -- besides 20+ years ago -- was the day of the tourney. Huge mistake.) Is this Retro Expo going to be just as big as the Hartford one? You did this one last year, didn't you, or was that a different one? (Or my imagination.) I added this thead to www.nhl94.com/events for easy sharing... Edited October 17, 20178 yr by aqualizard Report
October 17, 20178 yr Author comment_169197 We've been there the last two years and have a great relationship with the Expo organizers (they are fantastic). This will definitely be bigger than Hartford as far as '94 turnout. First year we had 26 or so...this year we had over 40 sign-ups (36 ended up playing) and I am hoping we can get to 64 for 2018! Now, that is premature because we will need a lot more space to run a 64 person tourney and we haven't had those discussions yet! Other consideration is to have an entry fee ($5?) and cap at 32, leaving it to the more serious '94 players. Again...way early now, but thoughts are circulating. Hope you can make it! Report
October 17, 20178 yr comment_169198 6 minutes ago, kingraph said: We've been there the last two years and have a great relationship with the Expo organizers (they are fantastic). This will definitely be bigger than Hartford as far as '94 turnout. First year we had 26 or so...this year we had over 40 sign-ups (36 ended up playing) and I am hoping we can get to 64 for 2018! It is GENs only, right? Report
October 17, 20178 yr Author comment_169200 10 minutes ago, aqualizard said: It is GENs only, right? Correct! Report
October 17, 20178 yr comment_169201 Wow, hotels in "Garden City" are a couple or even few hundred bucks!! Do you know any good hotel options on the subway line, or a short(ish) Uber from the venue? (I think the nearest Subway is Jamaica, 10 miles away?) Edit: Here is a link with some transport info: Long Island Rail Road Edited October 17, 20178 yr by aqualizard Report
October 17, 20178 yr Author comment_169202 I haven't looked into hotels/transportation myself, but it's a good idea to provide some of that info for anyone traveling. I'll do some legwork, thanks for the prompt. Also - I'd advise staying away from Jamaica. Trust me on that one. Report
October 17, 20178 yr comment_169207 1 hour ago, aqualizard said: Wow, hotels in "Garden City" are a couple or even few hundred bucks!! Do you know any good hotel options on the subway line, or a short(ish) Uber from the venue? (I think the nearest Subway is Jamaica, 10 miles away?) Edit: Here is a link with some transport info: Long Island Rail Road Don't stay in Jamaica. You can probably find cheaper out further east on the island. Then take the LIRR in. Report
October 17, 20178 yr comment_169209 When I went in 2016, I stayed in an air b&b in long island city. It was hit and miss like most redevelopment areas are. I was a block away from the subway and lucky enough for me chaos was willing to give me a lift deeper into long island. Staying anywhere in or near NYC will cost you a bundle. Your best bet is to room with someone and plan out your logistics ahead of time as they change dramatically depending on the airport. Ex: I arrived in Newark and departed from la Guardia. LIRR is your best bet away from the city, but it is far more expensive than the subway. You'll also need Ubers and other things away from the city, those expenses can pile up quickly. My best suggestion is to compare costs of staying in NYC and not. Just don't try to get too cute in the city and run things by the NYC guys in the forum as they will likely be able to help out with the nuances of your trip. Report
April 4, 20188 yr comment_172531 If you take the bus in LI, be aware that they don't accept bills... only quarters... $2.75 all in quarters... Report
July 17, 20188 yr Author comment_173702 BUMP! We are set for August 11th at 2pm! Pre-registration can take place on the Long Island Retro Gaming Expo site: http://expo.liretro.com/ If anyone is planning to attend from this community, please let me know sooner than later! 2017 was a blast, @corbettkb beat @smozoma in an exciting finals! @Lupz27 went to the semis, and we had @orangeblack92 representing as well. You can read through 2017 here and see the finals video. @chaosand I will be running the event again this year, unfortunately @Evan and @egg won't be able to attend. In addition, we have had some players come for 3 straight years and the competition is pretty tight! Format (based on 32 entries) is a 3 game round robin, followed by 16 team single elimination (best of 3 series). It's a blast, and as part of the Expo, there are lots of other things to do there, so come early and leave late! Featured table will be streamed at www.twitch.tv/kingraph ( I will let everyone know when that goes live). Arda Ocal is planning to attend, along with former NHL enforcer Colton Orr! Here's a sample of Orr's work: Report
July 26, 20188 yr Author comment_173764 16 Days to the tourney -- can you name all #16's (without cheating?) Report
July 27, 20188 yr comment_173766 17 hours ago, kingraph said: 16 Days to the tourney -- can you name all #16's (without cheating?) Ooof I am drawing a blank For sure, top right Hull, bottom right Goulet Pretty sure Lafontaine in center Left side I drawing a blank on both Report
July 27, 20188 yr comment_173767 Borchevsky (sp) Hull Patty L Verbeek Goulet Where is.... Douris Berube Propp Konstantinov Holik Boschman Berezan Kontos Linden May Report
July 27, 20188 yr Author comment_173768 Haha, nice job Coach. None of the others are starting lineup w/ pictures. Wanted to keep it to classic. Report
July 28, 20188 yr comment_173769 Really want to go to this but I can't get a day off right now. I'll probably hold out till the next KO94. Hope everyone has a blast. Report
July 28, 20188 yr comment_173782 Yeah, I wanted to go, too. But: 1. I am camping with friends at that time, and 2. Don't want to ask wife to go to two tourney's close together, and have my eyes on Ko94 III. Edited July 28, 20188 yr by aqualizard Report
August 2, 20188 yr comment_173858 80% sure I'm in for this one but would love to get reacclimated with competitive play. Anyone looking for an online game, HMU! Report
August 2, 20188 yr comment_173859 20 minutes ago, skoolyardpuck said: 80% sure I'm in for this one but would love to get reacclimated with competitive play. Anyone looking for an online game, HMU! Welcome back stranger!!! One of the most retro dudes that could make a comeback! Report
August 2, 20188 yr comment_173860 6 minutes ago, angryjay93 said: Welcome back stranger!!! One of the most retro dudes that could make a comeback! Good to be back! Jesus, it's been almost 10 years I think... Report
August 2, 20188 yr Author comment_173865 Welcome back @skoolyardpuck! Not only am I excited that you may make the tourney, but perhaps a return to late night 2v2??? Report
August 11, 20188 yr Author comment_173986 2 hours ago, crazygoalie33 said: Will be there tomorrow Yes! Awesome to see you come back! Report
August 11, 20188 yr comment_173991 THE STREAM IS NOW LIVE! Alternate stream (check the "Videos" link to see Colton Orr playing in the recorded stream) Report
August 11, 20188 yr comment_173994 As always thanks @kingraph & @chaos for hosting the event. Super smooth. I didn’t get many pics today like I usually do. Great to hang out and play both @skoolyardpuck & @MikeGartner22 Report
August 12, 20188 yr comment_173997 Early on in the day Colton Orr as playing another guy, then a glitch happened and both their nets disappeared. Report
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