***Labor Day Weekend at the Gorge 2021***

[flames_theman]

Originally Posted by Klize17

2016 setlist wise you do get the best of the best all weekend. That night 1 Jane through Don't Drink is a fantastic run.





Was it cold and rain? I assume it doesn't rain often there during that part of the year.

Cold and very windy. Only time I remember rain was set up on N0 2016 if I recall. Rained for about an hour.

Originally Posted by seanbrutus

How's the front row of sec 203? There were some seats smack dab in the middle that looked appealing.

Can’t speak for the front row but I had 203 row 10 last year and sound and view of the stage was great but like people have said the people coming and going and the chairs getting in the way is a bit of a pain in the ass.

Originally Posted by MidwestGirl

Cold and windy!!

If I remember correctly they cut the set short due to the light rig blowing around

Or maybe that was a diff year

You’re right. They played a very quick Shake Me encore and Dave and Carter kept looking up at the lights like we gotta get outta here!

[seanbrutus]

So if the front row of those sections is no bueno, what's everyones favorite spots when it comes to seats? I'm not sure I'd mind the foot traffic as I want to be free to come and go the last night of the Gorge shows, so I thought it'd be a great seat to get back and fourth from without bothering too many people.

[madpiker]

mornin gorge. happy friday!

[nickcua]

Originally Posted by seanbrutus

So if the front row of those sections is no bueno, what's everyones favorite spots when it comes to seats? I'm not sure I'd mind the foot traffic as I want to be free to come and go the last night of the Gorge shows, so I thought it'd be a great seat to get back and fourth from without bothering too many people.

It’s essentially having people less than a foot from you standing, walking and talking the whole show. If that doesn’t sound like a big deal then go for it.

Best spot is 102 row 20. Dead center and exactly at eye level with the band.

Those are tough to get so anything in 203 rows 2-10 is great.

[MidwestGirl]

Have a pair of WH $115 seats for n2 for sale potentially. But won’t know location till posted.

[seanbrutus]

Originally Posted by nickcua

It’s essentially having people less than a foot from you standing, walking and talking the whole show. If that doesn’t sound like a big deal then go for it.

Best spot is 102 row 20. Dead center and exactly at eye level with the band.

Those are tough to get so anything in 203 rows 2-10 is great.

This is good stuff thanks man!

[Route_2]

Originally Posted by nickcua

It’s essentially having people less than a foot from you standing, walking and talking the whole show. If that doesn’t sound like a big deal then go for it.

I've sat in this area before and it does get distracting as it's hard not to be perpetually people watching everyone passing by. It can lead to some an entertaining encounters, but if you're just there for the music you won't enjoy it.

However, if you drink and pee a lot it's hard to beat the easy trips to the concession area.

[nickcua]

if you institute the optimal pee schedule prior to the show you shouldn't have to go more than 1 time during the show.

[Route_2]

Originally Posted by nickcua

if you institute the optimal pee schedule prior to the show you shouldn't have to go more than 1 time during the show.

This is what I do. Rarely go more than once and have even gotten away with zero bathroom breaks on several occasions. My wife is another story....

[Bmwm3oz]

https://www.google.com/amp/s/komonew...s-performances

[troll565]

Originally Posted by madpiker

for those that were considering "EASY CAMPING". I just saw that they have moved the location. It is no longer part of the main campgrounds, and it's a cut out portion of gold. very very close to gates. interesting..

as a gorge newbie, is that good or bad?

[lizzardsauce]

Originally Posted by troll565

as a gorge newbie, is that good or bad?

Gold camping is right by the entrance gates, and also next door to the winery for some lovely day-drinking with an incredible view. There's not as much of a party atmosphere in Gold, but there can be some extra noise from RV generators. There's a little convenience store walking distance (by the road) to get ice, but most other concessions are a bit of a walk away.

If you like to camp where the action is (or near the Pivot where all the campground food trucks are) then General, Premier, or Terrace is the way to go (if you can even still get tickets for Premier or Terrace). There are buses for Terrace and Premier to get to/from the venue, but for everyone else its a solid mile hike to get to the venue. I used to LOVE the camaraderie of the walk back when my feet could handle three days of it. Now not so much.

I personally go for Gold due to the quick walk back to camp after the shows, so IMO this is probably a good thing.

[Bmwm3oz]

Originally Posted by troll565

as a gorge newbie, is that good or bad?

Neither, really. It’s just a diff spot. Gold camping is closer to the venue so some people might say it’s better.

[seanbrutus]

Originally Posted by troll565

as a gorge newbie, is that good or bad?

I'd imagine the closer the better, so it's most likely a good thing.

[Bmwm3oz]

Originally Posted by lizzardsauce

Gold camping is right by the entrance gates, and also next door to the winery for some lovely day-drinking with an incredible view. There's not as much of a party atmosphere in Gold, but there can be some extra noise from RV generators. There's a little convenience store walking distance (by the road) to get ice, but most other concessions are a bit of a walk away.

If you like to camp where the action is (or near the Pivot where all the campground food trucks are) then General, Premier, or Terrace is the way to go (if you can even still get tickets for Premier or Terrace). There are buses for Terrace and Premier to get to/from the venue, but for everyone else its a solid mile hike to get to the venue. I used to LOVE the camaraderie of the walk back when my feet could handle three days of it. Now not so much.

I personally go for Gold due to the quick walk back to camp after the shows, so IMO this is probably a good thing.

The ‘action’ is almost non existent anymore as the fan base ages. I was surprised by how quiet it was in premier in 2018 and 2019 - basically everyone went to bed after the show.

Standard might be a diff story but pretty sure the median age is 38 for this event

[lizzardsauce]

Originally Posted by Bmwm3oz

The ‘action’ is almost non existent anymore as the fan base ages. I was surprised by how quiet it was in premier in 2018 and 2019 - basically everyone went to bed after the show.

Standard might be a diff story but pretty sure the median age is 38 for this event

My definition of action is more related to late-night spicy pie, which, to be honest, I'm still willing to hike over for at least one time during the weekend. I think we're all turning into olds, but I'm here for it.

[Bmwm3oz]

Originally Posted by lizzardsauce

My definition of action is more related to late-night spicy pie, which, to be honest, I'm still willing to hike over for at least one time during the weekend. I think we're all turning into olds, but I'm here for it.

Yeah, my action post show is chugging water and downing a few Advil... that’s about it for me these days. I might stroll over for a pizza at most.

[lizzardsauce]

Originally Posted by Bmwm3oz

Yeah, my action post show is chugging water and downing a few Advil... that’s about it for me these days. I might stroll over for a pizza at most.

Last year (2019) we brought one of those little kiddie-pools for camp, and soaking our feet after the show was transcendent. Best camp accessory ever.

[Route_2]

Originally Posted by Bmwm3oz

The ‘action’ is almost non existent anymore as the fan base ages. I was surprised by how quiet it was in premier in 2018 and 2019 - basically everyone went to bed after the show.

Standard might be a diff story but pretty sure the median age is 38 for this event

So true. Gone are the days of the drum circle of randos until 4am.

[madpiker]

Originally Posted by Bmwm3oz

https://www.google.com/amp/s/komonew...s-performances

great news.

Originally Posted by troll565

as a gorge newbie, is that good or bad?

neither.

everyone's pretty well explained it already.

closest spot to the gates, but far from the main campgrounds and food trucks.

I think if you're choosing to do easy camping, it's for more important reasons than either of those two factors.

[madpiker]

Originally Posted by Route_2

So true. Gone are the days of the drum circle of randos until 4am.

every so often there's some late night fun.

our group is always up late after the shows. maybe dont rage every night, but definitely up playing music and drinking for a few hours.

the late night adventures into D9 aren't a nightly thing anymore, that has changed.

[seanbrutus]

What time does lawn open up for WH Lawn ticket holders? I'd love to get a good spot that last night.

[amberleigh]

Originally Posted by seanbrutus

What time does lawn open up for WH Lawn ticket holders? I'd love to get a good spot that last night.

Usually around 3-4 , people line up pretty early for the run down the hill!

[Route_2]

Originally Posted by amberleigh

Usually around 3-4 , people line up pretty early for the run down the hill!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-3VG7CGKrs

[Bmwm3oz]

Originally Posted by lizzardsauce

Last year (2019) we brought one of those little kiddie-pools for camp, and soaking our feet after the show was transcendent. Best camp accessory ever.

I wish I was that creative.

Originally Posted by Route_2

So true. Gone are the days of the drum circle of randos until 4am.

Indeed. They were good times, but I’m happy to go to bed right after the show these days. Don’t have the energy or the interest to ‘party’. I’m all for a great convo and beers, but don’t need to butt chug natty ice on top of a RV at 2am anymore.

[madpiker]

Originally Posted by Bmwm3oz

I wish I was that creative.



Indeed. They were good times, but I’m happy to go to bed right after the show these days. Don’t have the energy or the interest to ‘party’. I’m all for a great convo and beers, but don’t need to butt chug natty ice on top of an RV at 2am anymore.

well no one needs to...

that's not the point!

[Bmwm3oz]

Originally Posted by madpiker

well no one needs to...

that's not the point!

touché

[Route_2]

Originally Posted by lizzardsauce

Last year (2019) we brought one of those little kiddie-pools for camp, and soaking our feet after the show was transcendent. Best camp accessory ever.

What was your source of water to fill it?

[seanbrutus]

Originally Posted by Route_2

What was your source of water to fill it?

Natty ice

[Route_2]

Originally Posted by seanbrutus

Natty ice

Hmmmmm.....I'm a Busch Light man myself, but willing to give it a try.