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I like going to both pro and npc shows and I judge (npc), etc
I have never been to the Olympia. Why? It seemed to be more hype than hardcore contest.
Granted the very best guys are there and the expo seems awesome. It seemd to be a lot of money to get a good seat compared to other pro events .
For exxample, I got a great seat at the recent Colorado Pro show, for a lot less then what the same seat at the O would cost me.I only have so many $$$ resources and find the other pro shows better for me in terms of $$ and overall logistics.I also feel like I am supporting events that really need and desire the ticket buying fans.
I do wonder if I am missing something special by not attending the Olympia however?
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Probably not.
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I like going to both pro and npc shows and I judge (npc), etc
I have never been to the Olympia. Why? It seemed to be more hype than hardcore contest.
Granted the very best guys are there and the expo seems awesome. It seemd to be a lot of money to get a good seat compared to other pro events .
For exxample, I got a great seat at the recent Colorado Pro show, for a lot less then what the same seat at the O would cost me.I only have so many $$$ resources and find the other pro shows better for me in terms of $$ and overall logistics.I also feel like I am supporting events that really need and desire the ticket buying fans.
I do wonder if I am missing something special by not attending the Olympia however?
Yes..you are missing something special...history.
I can only tell you that you need to go to one, and see for yourself what is different...and I guarantee, you will think it was worth it.
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Yes..you are missing something special...history.
This doesn't mean a thing to me unless it manifests itself into something tangible.
I can only tell you that you need to go to one, and see for yourself what is different...and I guarantee, you will think it was worth it.
Will do. I don't expect it to be a better overall experience than the Arnold though.
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A true fan of bodybuilding has to see at least one live Olympia. Nothing beats sitting next to a bunch of fellow fans of the overall winner, toasting each other with G scooped water bottles, juicehead hugging in the lobby saying "bro, fuckin' next year we do this again", and curling the airplane beverage cart on the flight back home.
gate - airbus sized arms
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Yes..you are missing something special...history.
I can only tell you that you need to go to one, and see for yourself what is different...and I guarantee, you will think it was worth it.
Yeah, plus the expo is worth it alone...
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You should make the trip. Ronnie and Jay going head to head and the Vegas atmos are all the ingredients needed.
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Yes. go to one.
I went to Ronnie's first and second victories and I'll never forget it
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A true fan of bodybuilding has to see at least one live Olympia. Nothing beats sitting next to a bunch of fellow fans of the overall winner, toasting each other with G scooped water bottles, juicehead hugging in the lobby saying "bro, fuckin' next year we do this again", and curling the airplane beverage cart on the flight back home.
gate - airbus sized arms
Alas, you Chic and the others have me thinking of a VIP ticket for it? Maybe?
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what do you think hahhahaah
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i will attend the Olympia again when Chick gets the rules changed and only the winner gets to repeat invite and everybody else has to compete for a spot
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I would think the pre-judging would be the part to see.
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I would think the pre-judging would be the part to see.
not sure why they call it prejudge unless it's just tradition
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Howie, if you have to ask, then you already know the answer.
Is the Superbowl worth the $? Yes!
Is Olympia worth the money? Not to me.
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Howie, if you have to ask, then you already know the answer.
haha, Howie always posts questions he knows the answer to already. I think he's trying to justify his own point of view but he doesn't have to.
One thing I noticed at the Arnold was that the pros competing looked nothing like the off-season pros with a few exceptions. It seems like most of them only look close to their contest form during the day of the contest. There were a few exceptions, like Darrem Charles and (surprisingly) King Kamali, who both looked big and conditioned even though they weren't competing that weekend.
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Yes..you are missing something special...history.
I can only tell you that you need to go to one, and see for yourself what is different...and I guarantee, you will think it was worth it.
Other than looking at the overwhelming amount of assclowns that make up the bodybuilding crowd, I don't think it's worth it. Go to the Expo and you'll see all the "tough guy, gold chain, shit genetic, gear abusing, middle aged clowns" you'll need, until the next years Olympia. You see that it's their whole life, which is pretty sad considering most rely on drugs to do anything. Just a sad existence.
So, yeah, go.
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Hell if you are a true BB fan then it is worth. I already have my VIP ticket. Plus it gives you a reason to go to Vegas to party.
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Why are you always so angry, Croatch? You must be a real pleasure in real life.
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Other than looking at the overwhelming amount of assclowns that make up the bodybuilding crowd, I don't think it's worth it. Go to the Expo and you'll see all the "tough guy, gold chain, shit genetic, gear abusing, middle aged clowns" you'll need, until the next years Olympia. You see that it's their whole life, which is pretty sad considering most rely on drugs to do anything. Just a sad existence.
So, yeah, go.
Good post!
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The Olympia crew should try to include more events into the Expo, especially some events on Sunday.
Why not hold a strongman competition on Sunday, eg?
It would give more people reason to travel to Las Vegas, also it would be easier to justify a packed weekend, similar to the Arnold.
-Hedge
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The Olympia draws the hardcore fans and it has a much more seriouos vibe to it than the Olympia. Guys have their game faces on and it is go time for everyone on the big stage. This year's prejudging should be a great one, for once we'll get to see Ronnie and Jay compared to other competitors. The judges have done a good job of mixing things up to keep the fans guessing who will win and this will be great on the Olympia stage.
Vegas is always a fun time.
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I've attended the O a few times and always enjoy it. It is the best of the best of bodybuilding so for that alone, plus I rather like Vegas. I actually prefer it over the Arnold as the Arnold is simply too crowded and jam packed for me...
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I think it would be special if you ended up going to one of the groundbreaking Olympias i.e. 74, 93, 95, 98, 03.
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Tickets, airfare, hotel, hookers, booze, weed, condoms, strippers = $1,500.
What's 1,500 bucks?
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(surprisingly) King Kamali, who both looked big and conditioned even though they weren't competing that weekend.
Disgusted told him he wasn't allowed to become a fat pig the way he usually does this offseason.
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Other than looking at the overwhelming amount of assclowns that make up the bodybuilding crowd, I don't think it's worth it. Go to the Expo and you'll see all the "tough guy, gold chain, shit genetic, gear abusing, middle aged clowns" you'll need, until the next years Olympia. You see that it's their whole life, which is pretty sad considering most rely on drugs to do anything. Just a sad existence.
So, yeah, go.
Oh shit, you'd better move on then Croatch -- you frequent a bodybuilding board, so that must mean you are one of those "tough guy, gold chain, shit genetic, gear abusing, middle aged clowns"!! oh noes!! Don't let the door hit your ass on the way out...we'll miss you...buy-buy...
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They just need to change the location. Orlean is second class and off the strip and also hicky. The parking is a good place to catch a Milos vs Mustafa catfight however.
Used to be much better when it was at the Mandalay Bay.
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They just need to change the location. Orlean is second class and off the strip and also hicky. The parking is a good place to catch a Milos vs Mustafa catfight however.
Used to be much better when it was at the Mandalay Bay.
You getting tickets to the show (the O, not the catfight ;D )?
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i could see a casual fan not being excited if Ronnie was going for #10 this year.
however, they did a good thing by allowing the reigning champ to lose. there IS excitement this year.
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i could see a casual fan not being excited if Ronnie was going for #10 this year.
however, they did a good thing by allowing the reigning champ to lose. there IS excitement this year.
True that adds a lot of hype and interest. Hard to say why the Olympia has never been my favorite or ideal show????? Howard
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I went in 2006 and it was very interesting as bodybuilding fan. Here is the deal:
1) Spend the money on close seats in the floor section. They have some Kmart blue light special 10 foot TV but the resolution is horrible. You cannot see any detail. Yes, it is that bad so get good seats.
2) You will love the expo! Go to it and get your picture with all the fitness girls and pros. I met Lee Priest, Dennis James, Don Long (super cool), Branch Warren, Johnny Jackson, Phil Heath. It is worth it to see them in person. They put the biggest guy in your gym to shame. Phil Heath's Brachilis thing is HUGE!!!!
3) Do not get to the finals early unless you want see fitness and women bodybuilding. There was like 2 hours of it before the men even came out. Come very, very, very late after it starts
4) Stay on the happening end of the strip. Not the Stratosphere like I did. aka, middle of no where
5) Buffets get old really fast. Bring your protein powder and yams.
6) Last thing...at the expo all the fitness sluts babes representing the various companies give you huge bags and you can stock up on free sample. It is literally like adult trick or treating. You get that many samples.
There you have it. Olympia 06 lessons
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yes its worth it you get the chance to insult so many pros in person than you ever can on getbig no matter how much you post
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I went in 2006 and it was very interesting as bodybuilding fan. Here is the deal:
1) Spend the money on close seats in the floor section. They have some Kmart blue light special 10 foot TV but the resolution is horrible. You cannot see any detail. Yes, it is that bad so get good seats.
2) You will love the expo! Go to it and get your picture with all the fitness girls and pros. I met Lee Priest, Dennis James, Don Long (super cool), Branch Warren, Johnny Jackson, Phil Heath. It is worth it to see them in person. They put the biggest guy in your gym to shame. Phil Heath's Brachilis thing is HUGE!!!!
3) Do not get to the finals early unless you want see fitness and women bodybuilding. There was like 2 hours of it before the men even came out. Come very, very, very late after it starts
4) Stay on the happening end of the strip. Not the Stratosphere like I did. aka, middle of no where
5) Buffets get old really fast. Bring your protein powder and yams.
6) Last thing...at the expo all the fitness sluts babes representing the various companies give you huge bags and you can stock up on free sample. It is literally like adult trick or treating. You get that many samples.
There you have it. Olympia 06 lessons
GREAT post, funny and informative, thanks.
For me the Olympia is at tough time to get away. As a teacher and former football coach, it was tough to get away for a long weekend at that time of the year. Plus, the Olympia is VERY easy to keep up with via the on line video and message boards. I can see the show and quickly see the pics.Granted the expo and Vegas sound cool , but the cost to get a great seat is a bit much compared to other pro events. I will most likely NOT go to the O this year and go to the SW pro and/or Montreal show as well , why?
1. The SW Pro is promoted by the Pariso's . I did the NPC show back in 94 and always had a huge amount of respct for Betty and Ed Pariso. They have a pretty decent expo and try to promote some stuff I agree with and want to support, like the under 210 lb class this yr. I can geta front row seat and really enjoy the event as it is not as packed as the Olympia or ASC.
2. My old buddy Bix lives up north and it is easy to meet at the montreal pro event and hang out and enjoy watching some freaks and figure babes.
3. I have always enjoyed more of a grass roots kind of show anyway. The arnold expo was cool, but it was so packed I really didn't enjoy it as much as others I have been to. At the Colorado Pro it ws cool to see Shawn Ray at a table near the finals entrance to meet and greet the fans. I got to meet Ron A and jerremy of Get Big and got a great seats for a decent price. The ASC and Olympia are great events no question. I just prefer the smaller, more low key events.
Plus , at the Colorado and SW pro, they have an NPC show, whch I like to see and could even compete in, which would be cool.
Plus, I feel like I am supporting them when I buy a ticket and attend.
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The Expo is 10 bucks and that's a fair price for what you get.
The actual event tickets are always overpriced, though. If you can get a deal from a scalper, though, go for it.
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Phil Heath's Brachilis thing is HUGE!!!!
Was your keyboard smoldering while you were typing this?
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Was your keyboard smoldering while you were typing this?
LOL I wonder if some body part on him got huge LOL
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what do tickets to a pro show cost?
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Other than looking at the overwhelming amount of assclowns that make up the bodybuilding crowd, I don't think it's worth it. Go to the Expo and you'll see all the "tough guy, gold chain, shit genetic, gear abusing, middle aged clowns" you'll need, until the next years Olympia. You see that it's their whole life, which is pretty sad considering most rely on drugs to do anything. Just a sad existence.
So, yeah, go.
There are plenty of hot lookin girls, and it really is a good time. I ingore all the riff raff, why I'm not the type to always look at the negative side of things.
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The Expo is 10 bucks and that's a fair price for what you get.
The actual event tickets are always overpriced, though. If you can get a deal from a scalper, though, go for it.
LOL, yeah I bet I would enjoy the Olympia expo.
I just have knee jerk reaction against giving any one event most of the focus. Granted, the top guys desrve the most coverage but for me I enjoy seeing a broad range of bodybuilders.
For example, at the recent Colorado Pro, I really enjoyed seeing guys pose in top shape like George Farah and Ed Vanansterdam. Neither of them placed in the $$$ but for me they really added to the show.
Jay makes a great champ and the Ronnie vs Jay thing is cool.I always shy away from the biggest and most hyped events in all sports. I could care less about the Suprbowl ( don't even watch it), but enjoy watching college bowl games.
In my opinion any sporting event can get too big and end up being more hype than pure sport.
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i DIDn't read this whole thread
but i have been to the Olympia and i must say it was worth every penny!!
ill remember it always (im a huge bb fan tho)
depends on if you are into it or not
if you are...............there is nothing like it on earth bro!!
Mike
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I am going to the olympia this year.
Someone give me a link for tickets.
Sandra
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LOL, yeah I bet I would enjoy the Olympia expo.
I just have knee jerk reaction against giving any one event most of the focus. Granted, the top guys desrve the most coverage but for me I enjoy seeing a broad range of bodybuilders.
For example, at the recent Colorado Pro, I really enjoyed seeing guys pose in top shape like George Farah and Ed Vanansterdam. Neither of them placed in the $$$ but for me they really added to the show.
Jay makes a great champ and the Ronnie vs Jay thing is cool.I always shy away from the biggest and most hyped events in all sports. I could care less about the Suprbowl ( don't even watch it), but enjoy watching college bowl games.
In my opinion any sporting event can get too big and end up being more hype than pure sport.
Howie I went to Vegas in 05 for a holiday (I live in Britain) - happened to be when the Olympia was on but I couldn't be bothered to fork out mucho $$$$$ to actually watch the Olympia contest itself. I went to the Expo and it was pretty good - loads of free shit, fitness girls, and has-been pros all flogging their wares. It was a good day all in all but looking back I shoulda forked out the extra dollar to see the show itself. I stayed at the Luxor which was reasonably near the Orleans (but still far enough away). I went back to Vegas in April this year I liked it so much - it's a decent place but you get a bit sick of the slot machines ringing in your ears after a while - there's only so much casino you can take before it pisses you off. My advice - go to the Expo and go to the Show too. Your wallet won't thank you but hey, we can all make more money.
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just went to the official olympia site. Do I or do I not want to be a VIP?
That may be too much BB overload for me. I will have to figure out what I want to see and what I don't want to see.
Fitness girls do nothing for me at the expo, but the boys, well that is a whole other story....
And the after parties....
What happens in Vegas....
Sandra
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Tickets, airfare, hotel, hookers, booze, weed, condoms, strippers = $1,500.
What's 1,500 bucks?
I like the way this man thinks.
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You getting tickets to the show (the O, not the catfight ;D )?
Yes sir.
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The "O" in Las Vegas is great. Can't think of a better location to hold it. I agree that the Mandalay Bay was one of the better venues for the event but it probably got too damn expensive so they booked the Orleans which is one of the better local hotel/casinos.
I only regret that they are unable to hold the Expo at the same location. That drive to the Convention Center can be a real pain in the ass.
Most "convention" hotels raise their room rates and dining prices whenever the place is booked solid. Right now you can get a damn good roast beef/prime rib dinner at the coffee shoppe for about 12 dollars and less than 20 in the upstairs dinner spot. I recommend them both for a decent meal.
Most of the old timers I know, spend most of the time meeting old friends from way back when Larry Scott took the trophy.... kind of like a high school reunion each year. Most of these old timers go to the prejuding only and spend their free time losing their money at the crap and blackjack tables.
If you want to save some bucks, you might want to consider just buying tickets for the prejudging. But make sure you go the Expo too if you want to meet the champs close up.
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just went to the official olympia site. Do I or do I not want to be a VIP?
That may be too much BB overload for me. I will have to figure out what I want to see and what I don't want to see.
Fitness girls do nothing for me at the expo, but the boys, well that is a whole other story....
And the after parties....
What happens in Vegas....
Sandra
LOl, I really cracked up reading your post on this and "too much BB overload" .
I just booked an 8 day cruise to the Eastern Carib with a lovely lady, for the end of JULY, so my extra vacation budget is now shot. For about the same price ($1300) as a VIP ticket, air and hotel to attend the Olympia, I could get wined and dined , pampered and soak up the islands and enjoy my lady, etc.
It was a no brainer for me and I took the cruise.
The O has an awesome expo, no doubt and is a historic show. Considering the time of the year for me as a teacher and my enjoyment of other pro events like the Colorado Pro, along with only X amount of vacation dollars, the Olympia just isn't in the cards for me. Bodybuilding is a hobby and part of my life, not my whole life .
I wish all get biggers a great time at the O.
The howdog will see ya at one of the other events.
Howdog
PS/ The Colorado Pro show is a great "other than the O and ASC" pro bodybuilding event. Plus, if you want to see some awesome mountains , you can check out the Rocky Mt National Pk , aprox 75 miles NW of Denver.
Just my 2 cents and I have nothing negative to say about the Olympia . If it was near ATL, I would go.
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i'm going cause hidetada says he'll be there & i speak Japanese