MARCH for Puerto Rico Game

[AL-MO]

The meeting place will be the park just south of McDonald's (King and Dufferin) @ 7PM.

We will walk down down Dufferin and through the Exhibition grounds to the stadium.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1003/mike24k/dufferin_park.jpg

[Ageroo]

Big match deserves a big march!

[Jay P]

Big match deserves a big march!



:drum::scarf::flare::drum::scarf::flare::canada::c anada::drum:

[ochos]

why isn't the march going the usual route through the pubs around liberty and under the go train?

[Belfast_Boy]

Cool I'm in. who's going to Joes before? would like to meet you guys over a pint.

[Carter]

I'll be there Mark.

[Ageroo]

I'll be there Mark.

He said guys he actually wants to meet.......:D

[james]

ya the old march route is much easier for me, ill be by the pub. I think more people walk the old route because you also pass all the bars and the GO station where thousands take the train and you also got the Street cars station right there to. I think you will get more people involved if you stick to the old route!

[TFCinVANCOUVER]

PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!! Someone video tape the whole march start to finish!!
I hate not being able to fly back home because of school for this and to miss the march!! :picard:
Atleast I can see the atmosphere on here!
PLEASSSSSE!!!!

[Bluenose13]

The meeting place will be the park just south of McDonald's (King and Dufferin) @ 7PM.

We will walk down down Dufferin and through the Exhibition grounds to the stadium.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1003/mike24k/dufferin_park.jpgGood idea Alex.......change it up a bit & we also miss the log jam at the station!

[Raging Reggie]

yea why the sudden change of routes? they old route seems the best and makes the most impact and if there are going to be any visiting PR fans i would like to march from under the go train right towards them..

[AL-MO]

why isn't the march going the usual route through the pubs around liberty and under the go train?


ya the old march route is much easier for me, ill be by the pub. I think more people walk the old route because you also pass all the bars and the GO station where thousands take the train and you also got the Street cars station right there to. I think you will get more people involved if you stick to the old route!

I think the idea is that we change it up a bit and try something new.

If it doesn't work we can always revert back to the old route for the one.

[TFC~Vatreni]

yea why the sudden change of routes? they old route seems the best and makes the most impact and if there are going to be any visiting PR fans i would like to march from under the go train right towards them..

Exactly how I feel. Besides the log jam just creates a buzz while we wait for everyone to funnel through. The visiting fans notice the crowd for sure!

[Belfast_Boy]

I'll be there Mark.

Cool Carter, will your terrorist friend be there?


I'm new so don't have anything to add to the route debate. you guys know best. just want a few pints then to become part of the mob!

[Azzurri86]

The log jam is one of the best parts of the March as we wait for everyone to get through. I'm good with whatever but lets clarify before tomorrow afternoon so people dont miss out

[AL-MO]

The log jam is one of the best parts of the March as we wait for everyone to get through. I'm good with whatever but lets clarify before tomorrow afternoon so people dont miss out

Its clarified. We are going down Dufferin.

[__wowza]

Cool Carter, will your terrorist friend be there?


I'm new so don't have anything to add to the route debate. you guys know best. just want a few pints then to become part of the mob!

i'm down for joe's before. i got three friends who aint been to a game before alongside three who have. i think its high time to show em what a true game/march is like!

[Smuttynose]

sounds like a good route almo... let's bring out voices loud and clear for this one!

edit: i too will be at joes beforehand.

[FluSH]

why isn't the march going the usual route through the pubs around liberty and under the go train?


We are trying not to be too predictable... :D

[Nodoubtguy]

can the march cut along the north side of BMO, between the food building so that it still goes by the visitors corner???

[FluSH]

I need to pickup a few landscaping tools... can the march pass through a Home Depot or Canadian Tire?

kkthanks!

[Ageroo]

I need to pickup a few landscaping tools... can the march pass through a Home Depot or Canadian Tire?

kkthanks!

Are you not finished the Pergola? :D

Back to topic FluSH!!!!

[morgank1986]

can the march cut along the north side of BMO, between the food building so that it still goes by the visitors corner???

I like this idea. We avoid the tunnel log jam but still present in numbers to BMO

[james]

you guys can go whatever way you want, i just think since its such a big game it would make more sense to go the route we always have gone because you know it will be a big march. The new route is a maybe it will work maybe not, i think it will be less numbers this route and i think it would be better to try the new route maybe on a mtach less meanningful. But ya thats just my thoughts!

[Raging Reggie]

wait a minute, so we are marching on dufferin, then going to a home depot, then BMO? this new route is way to confusing!

[rocker]

we need Drew Carey to plan the March to the Match (tm) for us.

[ochos]

you guys can go whatever way you want, i just think since its such a big game it would make more sense to go the route we always have gone because you know it will be a big march. The new route is a maybe it will work maybe not, i think it will be less numbers this route and i think it would be better to try the new route maybe on a mtach less meanningful. But ya thats just my thoughts!


Totally agree.. why mess with a good thing? Experiment during a inner-conference grudge match or something.

But I'll be there of course :wink5:

[AL-MO]

we need Drew Carey to plan the March to the Match (tm) for us.

And get it sponsored by Bud Light! :lol:

[Belfast_Boy]

And get it sponsored by Bud Light! :lol:

uggg, I'm not drinking that shite!

[RedRum]

7 pm is too late. The march down, ticket scan at the gates, grab a beer/take a piss, banners, whatever...

People participating are going to be rolling in after KO for our most important game of the year.

[AL-MO]

uggg, I'm not drinking that shite!

Don't worry noone is. :)

[prizby]

sweetness!

[LP The RPB]

7 pm is too late. The march down, ticket scan at the gates, grab a beer/take a piss, banners, whatever...

People participating are going to be rolling in after KO for our most important game of the year.March at 7:00.....Arrive at 7:15, stadium empty, beer and a piss & I am in my seat for 7:25-7:30......30 minutes before game time :D

[__wowza]

so whats the final concensus?

[AL-MO]

so whats the final concensus?

Nothing has changed. Check out the first post. :)

[Jay P]

can the march cut along the north side of BMO, between the food building so that it still goes by the visitors corner???



interesting to see how many PRI supporters come for the game tomorrow, there was a post on BS to not expect them to be very exciting or vocal , lol!

"But remember that people down here aren't used to that type of atmosphere in football stadiums, so they won't really look as motivated as the fans at each and every game in BMO. "

[Bobo]

i'm down for joe's before. i got three friends who aint been to a game before alongside three who have. i think its high time to show em what a true game/march is like!

In pretty much the exact same boat. This match is going to bring some people to the red side.

[AL-MO]

In pretty much the exact same boat. This match is going to bring some people to the red side.

Those are always fun games. The last couple years I brought many friends to 114 and they all had a blast.

[Brooker]

whatever happend to, if it aint broke, don't fix it?


7 pm is too late. The march down, ticket scan at the gates, grab a beer/take a piss, banners, whatever...

People participating are going to be rolling in after KO for our most important game of the year.


People participating are going to be rolling in after KO for our most important game of the year.


an hour to walk 20 minutes, then a few minutes to scan a ticket & take a piss is too short?

dunno bout that one.

[Bloor West FC]

I like the idea of shutting down the south traffic on Dufferin. But what happens if Dufferin is already backed up with vehicle traffic? TTC busses use this two. Would there be Police escort like the Canada Jamaica match last year?

[Sage]

interesting to see how many PRI supporters come for the game tomorrow, there was a post on BS to not expect them to be very exciting or vocal , lol!

"But remember that people down here aren't used to that type of atmosphere in football stadiums, so they won't really look as motivated as the fans at each and every game in BMO. "

I'd be surprised if there were more than a dozen supporters... the Ultras dont have the cash to make a trip to Toronto :S... if you see an orange shirt do let me know ;)... there are some Foreing Legionares in the US bu I dont know if they will be going to Toronto

[Darlofletch]

I like the idea of shutting down the south traffic on Dufferin. But what happens if Dufferin is already backed up with vehicle traffic? TTC busses use this two. Would there be Police escort like the Canada Jamaica match last year?

is this going to be taking up the road? If so, the dufferin bus which brings in a lot of fans, will be really slowed down.

I'm not complaining, just want to know so I can make alternate plans.

Also, does anyone know if there is still construction at queen/dufferin? will the dufferin bus be detoured again like it was for the houston game?

[peterboroughtfcfan]

uggg, I'm not drinking that shite!


Apparently neither is Brock Lesnar

[Intru]

interesting to see how many PRI supporters come for the game tomorrow, there was a post on BS to not expect them to be very exciting or vocal , lol!

"But remember that people down here aren't used to that type of atmosphere in football stadiums, so they won't really look as motivated as the fans at each and every game in BMO. "

You will probably get Puerto Rican families nothing more.

[Troll]

Can we march to the Roger's Centre next week?

[Keyman]

March strong guys! Unfortunately I'm not going to be able to make the match (I'll be on a flight to Geneva), but the boys need all the support that they can get. Hopefully when I land in Geneva and check the site, I'll see a WIN for the Reds. Have a great time everyone, All For One!

[Afra]

In - see you at Joe's

[phonzo]

rainy night game...I predict epicness

[uncle p]

is this going to be taking up the road? If so, the dufferin bus which brings in a lot of fans, will be really slowed down.

I'm not complaining, just want to know so I can make alternate plans.

Also, does anyone know if there is still construction at queen/dufferin? will the dufferin bus be detoured again like it was for the houston game?

The detour at Duff & Queen is lifted and back to normal routing. The march shouldnt affect you ride in unless you ar on the bus at 6:50 or later

I like the new route, its more visible to the public. Plus there is nothing wrong with trying something different

I'll be part of it with my two red patch and one casual friends :drum:

[__wowza]

March at 7:00.....Arrive at 7:15, stadium empty, beer and a piss & I am in my seat for 7:25-7:30......30 minutes before game time :D

can we get a post or an email sent out outlining the entire process? i think itd help having it all down in one spot and a bit of an outline (kinda like above). thats just me though, im 'tarded.

[Parkdale]

important note:


stick to the sidewalk down Dufferin, but as soon as we cross the bridge into the CNE grounds, it's WIDE open. It's a park down there.

[I_AM_CANADIAN]

7:00 leaves plenty of time for an 8:00 kickoff, it's not like it's some extremely long walk from Dufferin & King to the stadium. Marches rule! :drum:

[prizby]

important note:


stick to the sidewalk down Dufferin, but as soon as we cross the bridge into the CNE grounds, it's WIDE open. It's a park down there.


damnit, i was hoping we'd take up the whole street :P

[prizby]

7:00 leaves plenty of time for an 8:00 kickoff, it's not like it's some extremely long walk from Dufferin & King to the stadium. Marches rule! :drum:

only if we leave at 7, if ppl start to gather at 7, different story

[I_AM_CANADIAN]

only if we leave at 7, if ppl start to gather at 7, different story
This is a point... Hopefully people are prompt and we don't linger for ages waiting for more, then.

[prizby]

so say, we expect everyone there for 6;45 would be better :P

[juicethps]

Nothing has changed. Check out the first post. :)

what do you mean everything has changed since u didn't even come up with the idea... lol ok well this is what i think on this subject:

just a thought, but since ed from nee came up with the plan and came to (think it was almo) inviting you guys to join. wouldn't you want to probibly go by there plan, not try n change timings and everything and routes.... just a thought ?? well i know when we are going. guess u guys will miss the boat..? which sucks . im a nee member but i know each of our groups can look good alone, but if you guys could stick to the plan and we all went together it would only look better.


hopefully you guys make can join us but it not cheers :)

[Parkdale]

^ it's called a compromise and we're changing our usual route for the sake of having a bigger march with all the groups involved.

[Redpunkfiddle]

what do you mean everything has changed since u didn't even come up with the idea... lol ok well this is what i think on this subject:

just a thought, but since ed from nee came up with the plan and came to (think it was almo) inviting you guys to join. wouldn't you want to probibly go by there plan, not try n change timings and everything and routes.... just a thought ?? well i know when we are going. guess u guys will miss the boat..? which sucks . im a nee member but i know each of our groups can look good alone, but if you guys could stick to the plan and we all went together it would only look better.


hopefully you guys make can join us but it not cheers :)

Its too wet for a pissing contest. Things seem to have been fit together as best as possible on short notice. Cheers.

[AL-MO]

what do you mean everything has changed since u didn't even come up with the idea... lol ok well this is what i think on this subject:

just a thought, but since ed from nee came up with the plan and came to (think it was almo) inviting you guys to join. wouldn't you want to probibly go by there plan, not try n change timings and everything and routes.... just a thought ?? well i know when we are going. guess u guys will miss the boat..? which sucks . im a nee member but i know each of our groups can look good alone, but if you guys could stick to the plan and we all went together it would only look better.


hopefully you guys make can join us but it not cheers :)

First off, it took me posting a thread on your board to start the discussion about this. Noone knew about any 'plan' you guys had made before that.

Second, Mas on your board suggested the route. (a route which we agreed with along with U-Sector)

Now after speaking with our guys for close to an hour (or so it seemed) and corresponding with U-Sector (Rudi) at the same time, marching anytime before 7PM was just not going to happen. (let alone the originally suggested time of 6:30PM) We have alot of members coming from work who want to grab a couple pints before heading off to the game.

I then posted 7 PM over on your board, (before any thread was posted on here or U-Sector) but you guys refused saying it has to be 6:45.

Listen, I know why you guys want to go early. But anytime before 7PM (on a weeknight) is just not possible for us and U-Sector. Keep in mind that most if not all of the marches in the past have left AFTER 7PM.

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

interesting to see how many PRI supporters come for the game tomorrow, there was a post on BS to not expect them to be very exciting or vocal , lol!

"But remember that people down here aren't used to that type of atmosphere in football stadiums, so they won't really look as motivated as the fans at each and every game in BMO. "

i wouldnt expect much to travel..if not none...but im sure there will be a few local people there country attending!

[juicethps]

lol almo no need to get mad just saying what i thought , no worries if u come with us then you come with us if you don't then you don't. no need to get worked up. have a good one tonight man ...

[KrazyKanadian]

Juice, come back....Juice.....

[Azzurri86]

No need to be stubborn everyone.. It's worth the try for the new route.. So everyone come together at 7 on Dufferin. Supporters Unite for One! TFC!

[Parkdale]

^ yep. mixing it up a bit is a good thing.

[Belfast_Boy]

No need to be stubborn everyone.. It's worth the try for the new route.. So everyone come together at 7 on Dufferin. Supporters Unite for One! TFC!

well said!!!

All for One!

[Ageroo]

^ yep. mixing it up a bit is a good thing.


Sometimes I use tabasco instead of red hot.......I like change. :D

[__wowza]

what subway stop do i get out at for joes again?
my work, like the geniuses they are just blocked the TTC website.

[Ageroo]

what subway stop do i get out at for joes again?
my work, like the geniuses they are just blocked the TTC website.

If you are coming by the University Line then St. Andrew's and take the King Street Car West.

If you are coming by the bloor line get off at Dufferin and take the bus south to King.

[AL-MO]

lol almo no need to get mad just saying what i thought , no worries if u come with us then you come with us if you don't then you don't. no need to get worked up. have a good one tonight man ...

This deserves a big.....







LOL

[Parkdale]

bumping....




so what was people's take on this march?

It was bit slow to get started (I think Rudi used the expression 'Herding Cats'),
but once we got a decent number of people in that park, things got pretty good.
Walking down Dufferin was a bit harder than normal, just because we had to stay
on the sidewalk, but once we crossed and got into that park area, it really got fun.


plus it's always nice to see the supporters groups showing some unity.

[FluSH]

^^^

I thought the new route was great!!!! I had my doubts at first... but not anymore...the new route is the way to go...

[phonzo]

great route - though as I said to AL-MO more time at the gazebo in the park would have been awesome but I know people kept walking on...

[Afra]

The route was great. There were quite a few that came out to take a look. . .

[Parkdale]

I think that getting honks from cars (and a cement truck) really added to the vibe.

[phonzo]

ohhhh truckers

[Afra]

Parkdale - when are you posting the video of the presentation to Joe? plus whatever footage for the march, etc.

[Parkdale]

well I DO have a day job.....


(might get it done over my lunch break)

[KrazyKanadian]

Is the video online yet?

[Fort York Redcoat]

Had a good march but I got to get back to flag school. Apologies to anyone hit by the big flag...

Good route.