Rochester, NY anyone?

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11/2/09 at 8:00am

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I will be in Rochester with a co worker from Nov. 8-13. Anyone close by that would like to grab a drink with a fellow bear. What can we do to kill time after 4:00 weekdays, We will be in Webster at the iGen Training center for the week. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

"Why do they call him Pecan ?"

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11/4/09 at 2:41pm

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Definately up for meeting to share a beverage being available 11/9-12. If you like ribs, blues and microbrews then the Dinosaur Barbeque is a must. Hot wings, big screen spots and a "Cheers" environment, then Jeremiahs is worth a peak - karaoke on Tuesday and Friday nights.

PM me for contact detail.

Falcon_O aka Charlie

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Originally Posted by BerthoudPass

I will be in Rochester with a co worker from Nov. 8-13. Anyone close by that would like to grab a drink with a fellow bear. What can we do to kill time after 4:00 weekdays, We will be in Webster at the iGen Training center for the week. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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11/5/09 at 3:54pm

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I'll second what Charlie said about Dinosaur BBQ. Tasty pulled pork...

I'm around all next week, but busy with studying for tests on Wed. and Thurs. I could do something on the 12th...

That is, if you guys don't mind hangin' with a 23 year old punk

Shoot me a PM for contact info.

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11/5/09 at 8:13pm

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Thursday it is. Pulled Pork MMMMMMMMMMMMM!
I'll PM ya'll.

"Why do they call him Pecan ?"

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11/5/09 at 8:39pm

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Is Dinosaur in Rochester as hard to get in as the one in Syracuse? Good stuff indeed. To the OP, if you've never been to the Buffalo/Rochester area, definitely make room for wings too. Wings sold outside of this region just aren't the same. I like the Beef on Weck as well.

BTW, since we are talking about Rochester, what are the other ski shops besides The Ski Company around there that's worth the while to stop? I'd like to shop for a speed suit (not for me). My family will be there in two weeks over a weekend.

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11/5/09 at 9:48pm

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Enjoy the wings and weck. I miss them, and I miss the apples and cider right now too. But I have Chiavettas sent here by the case.

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11/5/09 at 10:07pm

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Originally Posted by chanwmr

BTW, since we are talking about Rochester, what are the other ski shops besides The Ski Company around there that's worth the while to stop? I'd like to shop for a speed suit (not for me). My family will be there in two weeks over a weekend.

Snow.

...and for the record. Rochester doesn't make wings.

If you want local cuisine, have a garbage plate. If you want wings and weck, come to where we actually know how to make them...

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11/5/09 at 10:21pm

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Yeah, Rochester is close enough to make a difference though. No? Of course, if there's time, the extra hour drive is probably worth it.

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11/5/09 at 10:36pm

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Just like skis made in Austria are better... wings made in Buffalo are better.

Duffs, Bar Bill (East Aurora - Rick should know this one), Anchor Bar Shannon's, Caputti's (sp?), Gabriel's Gate, Fat Bob's, etc... Hell even the UB dining halls make damn good wings. You can't go wrong here.

That said, if you can't get here, Rochester is the next best option. Fun city. I don't recall very well, but I'm pretty sure the last time I was on A-street I had a blast.

Oh yeah... the shop question - Snow. Not sure if that was picked up. Talk to Timmy.

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All-Mountain: A common descriptive term for boots or skis that are designed to perform equally poorly under a variety of conditions and over many different types of terrain.

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11/6/09 at 5:53pm

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Nick Tahou's is the place for the Garbage Plate Special. Make sure you wash it down with some Genny Cream ale's
320 west main Rachacha. or www.garbageplate.com.
If it's Sea food you want, Palmers Market, but they close around sunset.

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11/6/09 at 9:48pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by HeluvaSkier

Oh yeah... the shop question - Snow. Not sure if that was picked up. Talk to Timmy.

Snow. Got it. Looks like it's in the same neighborhood as Ski Company. We are staying at Henrietta, so it's perfect.

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Nick Tahou's is the place for the Garbage Plate Special. Make sure you wash it down with some Genny Cream ale's
320 west main Rachacha. or www.garbageplate.com.
If it's Sea food you want, Palmers Market, but they close around sunset.

Now, that got me confused when Heluvaskier mentioned it. Thanks for clearing that up.

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11/7/09 at 2:27am

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Snow and Ski Company are owned by the same people, but with some different product lines both in hard goods and soft goods ( Snow tends to be more upscale in their clothing lines).
They are the last two B&M ski shops in Rochester except for the chains like Dicks.

Early November is a rather boring time in Rochester as we anticipate the upcoming ski season. The weather is supposed to be in the high 50s-low 60s on Monday and Tuesday, so you'll get a break there. Another restaurant suggestion: Beale Street. We haven't eaten at their Webster location, but have had good meals at South Ave in the city. Some of the same stuff as the Dino, but more Cajun oriented. Nightlife-the hoppin' clubs are in the East and Alexander area in the city.Pick up a copy of Freetime-it's the local entertainment guide.

If you guys plan on meeting at the Dino for a beer on Thursday the 12th PM or post it here-I'll try to make it down........

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11/8/09 at 3:04pm

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Try some Jeremiahs wise guys then compare !!!!!

Thursday at the Dinosaur it is. I'll post a time to meet when set so all who wish can join in.

Falcon_O aka Charlie

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Just like skis made in Austria are better... wings made in Buffalo are better.

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11/8/09 at 4:41pm

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YO! Charlie!

Maybe I can get PJ to fly us out for ribs...we've done stranger things...

Steve

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11/8/09 at 4:54pm

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Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, 80 Court St.

Position: N43 09.219 W77 36.461

I'll have landing lights on

Charlie

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YO! Charlie!

Maybe I can get PJ to fly us out for ribs...we've done stranger things...

Steve

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11/8/09 at 5:01pm

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maybe some would pick us up at the airport...?

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11/8/09 at 5:10pm

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The lot is a bit small for fixed wing so a pick up in a chauffered 1998 Durango motorcoach with 312,000 break in miles could be arranged .....

Should I add Jules to the guest list ???????

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maybe some would pick us up at the airport...?

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11/8/09 at 5:27pm

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I dare you!!!

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11/8/09 at 7:17pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by HeluvaSkier

Just like skis made in Austria are better... wings made in Buffalo are better.

Duffs, Bar Bill (East Aurora - Rick should know this one), Anchor Bar Shannon's, Caputti's (sp?), Gabriel's Gate, Fat Bob's, etc... Hell even the UB dining halls make damn good wings. You can't go wrong here.

Anyone here try Sammy's wings in the Falls? They're my personal fav's along with their pizza. (Does Niagara Falls still count as Buffalo?)

I haven't hit too many spots in Buffalo proper, other than the few around the arena. I just haven't seen the need to drive the extra 20 minutes or so when Sammy's is SO good. As well, my sources tell me that the Anchor Bar doesn't measure up, though I really want an excuse to go try the original wing. Could my sources be right?

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11/8/09 at 7:44pm

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Originally Posted by JoeSchmoe

Anyone here try Sammy's wings in the Falls? They're my personal fav's along with their pizza. (Does Niagara Falls still count as Buffalo?)

I haven't hit too many spots in Buffalo proper, other than the few around the arena. I just haven't seen the need to drive the extra 20 minutes or so when Sammy's is SO good. As well, my sources tell me that the Anchor Bar doesn't measure up, though I really want an excuse to go try the original wing. Could my sources be right?

I counted East Aurora... so the falls counts I suppose... as long as its the US side. I've not had Sammy's though (don't get up there much). My personal favorite is Duff's though - better than Anchor Bar IMO.

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11/9/09 at 4:19am

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Charlie, You say the time and just let us know. I will be available after 4 on thurs. I just need to know how long it should take from webster to get there. The flight up yesterday was a good one other than leaving CLT at 6:00, was in webster and checked into hotel by 10:00. I hope yall enjoy the nice weather from the south that followed me up .

"Why do they call him Pecan ?"

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11/9/09 at 9:57am

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Target time 6 pm - approx 20 minutes from your hotel. Any Bears wishing to join - ALL are welcome !!!!!

Charlie aka Falcon_O

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Charlie, You say the time and just let us know. I will be available after 4 on thurs. I just need to know how long it should take from webster to get there. The flight up yesterday was a good one other than leaving CLT at 6:00, was in webster and checked into hotel by 10:00. I hope yall enjoy the nice weather from the south that followed me up .

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11/9/09 at 12:49pm

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I don't miss home much but all this talk of Dinosaur BBQ, wings, and just looking at the Bristol Mt website and finding out they are installing the ONLY NEW HIGH SPEED QUAD in the east this year, I am quite homesick!

By the way, if you like subs, DiBellas (and the sub shops in Wegmans) are the best I've ever had. My father no longer has to ask where the first stop is after I get off the plane.

Have fun at DBBQ guys.

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11/11/09 at 4:08am

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At this point, I plan on being there @ 6:00 Thurs. Probably not for dinner, but at least for a beer or two.

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11/11/09 at 7:57am

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+1 Dinosaur BBQ

Are we there yet?

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11/11/09 at 9:05am

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I can't make it.

Had a date set up for tonight, but need the time to study. The date got moved to tomorrow.

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11/11/09 at 6:46pm

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KRP - sorry you can't make it but looking forward to meeting those who do.

As it is the Dinosaur, I may

Falcon_O aka Charlie

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11/13/09 at 5:17am

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Patrick (Berthoud Pass) & Carol & John (John V) - Enjoyed meeting you all and hope the visit to the Dinosuar left you with a happy fog. Look forward to sharing turns @ Utah for the Epic gathering & Killington for a taste of the East

Falcon_O aka Charlie

Carol, Patrick & John - The Festivities Begin !!!

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11/14/09 at 5:30pm

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Charlie & John it was great to visit, the Dinosaur has a great atmosphere and the pork ribs were out of this world! Thanks for the hospitality it was greatly appreciated by both (non skier Caryl) and myself. Am now back in the sunny south awaiting the upcoming Ski season to get underway.
Charlie I will call you once in SLC to make a feew turns in feb.

Patrick

"Why do they call him Pecan ?"

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11/15/09 at 2:56am

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Great to meet you folks! Charlie-thanks for the invite to your Killington house, We may take you up on that. Maybe see you at Bristol sometime or at the Ellicottville gathering. Patrick-see you out west some time or if you're back up in the area when there's snow bring your skis. Hope Caryl wasn't too bored with all the ski talk!

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