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I'm confoosed Demi, as far as I know the Arden Hills spot would be all about parking and tail gaitng. And it certainly would not be hard to find, nestled between the I-35's and close to 694 and US 10, etc.Demi wrote:That'd make too much sense. Zygi and the Vikes probably wouldn't go for it.
Need to shoe horn another stadium into a place with no business having one to guarantee hard to find parking and absolutely no tail gating.
Not a chance, even last year they were pretty much accepting the fact that they would have to play outside the metrodome if a lease was NOT signed to extend their stay.. You would really be stretching it if they signed a deal today, and had twice the number of contractors on the job as was needed. My guess is that the Vikes will get some kind of deal done some time around the same time as the CBA and it will take 3 years to get into the new stadium (whatever that is). They will extend the Metrodome lease just long enough to get into their new digs.TeamChaplain wrote:Again, my biggest concern is time, can a new stadium be built by the start of the 2012 preseason? It seems to me that we are seriously behind the 8 ball. Dallas Cowboy Stadium took 4 years, Lucas Oil stadium took 3 years, Gillette took 2. I just don't know, I don't see it unless it involves using the existing Metrodome in some way.
Ash Manson wrote:Were any of you at the game against the Bears at TCF? I'm not saying those of you who say the Vikings should have an outdoor stadium are wrong, but I think a large percentage of Vikings fans may have changed their mind about a roofless stadium after attending that game.
I was there, it was a fun, great atmosphere...but the conditions were uncomfortable to say the least. It's Minnesota, it's cold as hell, and honestly I think the convenience of being outside (whatever that is) is far lesser than the inconvenience of dang near freezing to death while trying to support your favorite football team.
That being said, nothing is going to stop me from coming to see the Vikings...I just don't think an outdoor NFL football stadium is very logical in Minnesota.
Yeah, for the OTHER team!Hamburglar wrote:A home playoff game would be hell though lol.
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Zygi originally wanted a site in Blaine a little bit NW of this one. I kinda thought the reason for sticking with Minneapolis is that there are more state reps/senators from there (and Hennepin County) then any other city/county, so that's the best chance to get broad support for state money.Demi wrote:That'd make too much sense. Zygi and the Vikes probably wouldn't go for it.
Need to shoe horn another stadium into a place with no business having one to guarantee hard to find parking and absolutely no tail gating.
He's saying they want to build in downtown Minneapolis, not a site like this with parking, etc.PsyDanny wrote: I'm confoosed Demi, as far as I know the Arden Hills spot would be all about parking and tail gaitng. And it certainly would not be hard to find, nestled between the I-35's and close to 694 and US 10, etc.
glg wrote: He's saying they want to build in downtown Minneapolis, not a site like this with parking, etc.
does your property have commercial zoning. I'd be seeing $$$. You could make out like a bandit.yezzir wrote:i live in arden hills, and am actually literally right across the street from this proposed site. Forum members could park and tailgate at my place for free!
were there any post-meeting articles released? or has anyone heard if any progress was made on this?
Just thought it was funny how they didn't include the Vikes (not that I blame them).The Wolves support the renovation proposal because it is sensible and will benefit you - our fans. The renovations will provide an improved fan experience so that our fans will get what they deserve - a fan experience on par with those enjoyed by fans of the Twins, Wild, and other NBA teams. To read more about today's announcement, visit timberwolves.com. To learn more about the proposal, see renderings of the improvements and to learn how you can get involved, visit www.targetcenterrenovation.org.
