Saratoga Trip

[SniperSB23]

Originally Posted by FlBred

Actually I am more into the all day gambling and drinking, then off to the bars for some more drinking and company of beautiful ladies! How are the ladies in Toga on a routine weekend?

I can shop at home, but thanks....all suggestions are welcomed!

If that is what you are looking for then definitely hit up Siro's after the track and then head on to Gaffney's on Caroline St later.

[Gander]

If anybody would be interested in renting a small house for any weekend of Saratoga track season this year, let me know. I have a freind at work looking to rent his place for weekends.

Those DT'ers looking to come up this year should really think about pitching in and getting his place.

I will have price information if you want it.

[Cajungator26]

Originally Posted by Gander

If anybody would be interested in renting a small house for any weekend of Saratoga track season this year, let me know. I have a freind at work looking to rent his place for weekends.

Those DT'ers looking to come up this year should really think about pitching in and getting his place.

I will have price information if you want it.

Gander, can you PM me with the info? Thanks.

[Gander]

Yes. I just spoke to him, he is a very good friend of mine.
The price will depend on who it is renting it. I was thinking that it would be perfect for like yourself, Scavs, Curt and anyone else thinking they were coming up here opening weekend. Its not huge, but it will work.

The best is the location...very close to the track. 5 minute walk at most. Maybe even less than that.

[Cajungator26]

Originally Posted by Gander

Yes. I just spoke to him, he is a very good friend of mine.
The price will depend on who it is renting it. I was thinking that it would be perfect for like yourself, Scavs, Curt and anyone else thinking they were coming up here opening weekend. Its not huge, but it will work.

The best is the location...very close to the track. 5 minute walk at most. Maybe even less than that.

Awesome... thanks for the info.

[Gander]

I will need you guys to collaborate and get me a head count of whos in and whos not. He has other people interested and needs some sort of commitment within the next month.

I cant stress enough how hard it is to get hotels near the track. Virtually impossible unless you want to pay $350-400 a night. Most people opt to stay somewhere within driving distance but to get the full experience, if you can stay at a place where you dont have to drive at all its huge.

Again, the price will depend on how many are staying.

[Cajungator26]

Originally Posted by Gander

I will need you guys to collaborate and get me a head count of whos in and whos not. He has other people interested and needs some sort of commitment within the next month.

I cant stress enough how hard it is to get hotels near the track. Virtually impossible unless you want to pay $350-400 a night. Most people opt to stay somewhere within driving distance but to get the full experience, if you can stay at a place where you dont have to drive at all its huge.

Again, the price will depend on how many are staying.

Where is Kev staying? I mean, who all is for sure going? If we're talking about opening weekend, that's when I'm going.

[blackthroatedwind]

Horseplayers LEAVE restaurants when jockeys come in....we certainly don't go looking for them.

[dellinger63]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

Horseplayers LEAVE restaurants when jockeys come in....we certainly don't go looking for them.

and RUN when jock agents arrive?

[GPK]

the most "famous" person I have spent the most time with is a formal professional athelete. Im very proud to call him a friend and know that if I ever need a single thing, he is a phone call away. I have seen the way that he has treated the "general public" and I promise you that many people could stand to take a lesson from him in humility.

[boswd]

I do believe what BTW is trying to convey is that to compare the graciousness of jockeys compared to other famous people is unfair, is that even though at Saratoga, Keeneland and maybe some other places they may be treated like celebraties but all in all they will go through most of the year not being pestered for autographs, hounded by the paparazzi, not being able to leave their confines without people hounding them. thus leaving them to be more gracious and actually enjoy the attention of some fame.
As with famous actors, athletes, entertainers, who are more widely known, who can't go to the store for a gallon of milk, they sometimes won't be so gracious with the fans etc because it has worn them down.

Originally Posted by boswd

I do believe what BTW is trying to convey is that to compare the graciousness of jockeys compared to other famous people is unfair, is that even though at Saratoga, Keeneland and maybe some other places they may be treated like celebraties but all in all they will go through most of the year not being pestered for autographs, hounded by the paparazzi, not being able to leave their confines without people hounding them. thus leaving them to be more gracious and actually enjoy the attention of some fame.
As with famous actors, athletes, entertainers, who are more widely known, who can't go to the store for a gallon of milk, they sometimes won't be so gracious with the fans etc because it has worn them down.

Like Manny being Manny, Just Kiddin'. BTW & ME resolved this in private, I do see the point. Huge Sox fan here in Upstate NY, and that doesn't mean Orange, Westchester and Putnam CO. (those are Downstate regardless of what they think) short trip to The SPA, we don't get NESN, just wondering if you've caught any Spring Tr. yet?

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

Horseplayers LEAVE restaurants when jockeys come in....we certainly don't go looking for them.

Never said I went looking for them, I just happened to be having the Cadillac of Margaritas when they came in, Santos(whom I lost a huge tri on that day but kept that to myself) and I believe Migs was coming in as I was leaving and Bob intro. me to as well. Couple of others but had too many Margaritas to remember. They were very cordial and thank us for being fans of the sport. Not many other athletes or famous folks can say the same IMO.

[Cajungator26]

Originally Posted by estreetposse

Never said I went looking for them, I just happened to be having the Cadillac of Margaritas when they came in, Santos(whom I lost a huge tri on that day but kept that to myself) and I believe Migs was coming in as I was leaving and Bob intro. me to as well. Couple of others but had too many Margaritas to remember. They were very cordial and thank us for being fans of the sport. Not many other athletes or famous folks can say the same IMO.

I agree.

[blackthroatedwind]

Originally Posted by Cajungator26

I agree.

I don't.

I am taking nothing away from the vast majority of riders, and their pretty much extremely generous behavoir in Saratoga, but compared to other " athletes " and famous people they are hardly well known, nor do they act differently than most.

One of my close friends is a well known movie actor and he is unbelievably gracious to everybody who stops him on the street or sees him publicly. Certainly everybody is not quite as generous, but most are within reason, just like the riders. To say that " not many others " behave in that manner is grossly unfair.

[Sightseek]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

I don't.

I am taking nothing away from the vast majority of riders, and their pretty much extremely generous behavoir in Saratoga, but compared to other " athletes " and famous people they are hardly well known, nor do they act differently than most.

One of my close friends is a well known movie actor and he is unbelievably gracious to everybody who stops him on the street or sees him publicly. Certainly everybody is not quite as generous, but most are within reason, just like the riders. To say that " not many others " behave in that manner is grossly unfair.

I bet Dixie is pretty gracious towards all of his fans too.

[Cajungator26]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

I don't.

I am taking nothing away from the vast majority of riders, and their pretty much extremely generous behavoir in Saratoga, but compared to other " athletes " and famous people they are hardly well known, nor do they act differently than most.

One of my close friends is a well known movie actor and he is unbelievably gracious to everybody who stops him on the street or sees him publicly. Certainly everybody is not quite as generous, but most are within reason, just like the riders. To say that " not many others " behave in that manner is grossly unfair.

I know a few "famous" folks myself that are gracious and friendly as well, but I think it's fair to say that the MAJORITY of famous people are not so gracious. Furthermore, while the jockeys are not considered well known to you, they are to other people who may not be as deep into the racing industry as yourself. I would say that since you are considered an insider, you couldn't possibly think of the jockeys as famous people and therefore you can't judge.

[randallscott35]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

I don't.

I am taking nothing away from the vast majority of riders, and their pretty much extremely generous behavoir in Saratoga, but compared to other " athletes " and famous people they are hardly well known, nor do they act differently than most.

One of my close friends is a well known movie actor and he is unbelievably gracious to everybody who stops him on the street or sees him publicly. Certainly everybody is not quite as generous, but most are within reason, just like the riders. To say that " not many others " behave in that manner is grossly unfair.

Ron Jeremey is not a famous movie actor Andy, cmon.

[Payson Dave]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

Horseplayers LEAVE restaurants when jockeys come in....we certainly don't go looking for them.

Guess you and I would never get along...I've actually been known to even consider a couple of exercise riders as friends....but then again I'm not famous either...

[blackthroatedwind]

Originally Posted by Payson Dave

Guess you and I would never get along...I've actually been known to even consider a couple of exercise riders as friends....but then again I'm not famous either...

Hey, I'm friends with a few jockeys, which I guess is why I have trouble getting along with myself.