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Title: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: Meso_z on September 26, 2007, 11:53:49 AM
Why isn't the Mr. Olympia held in other continents/countries too except Las Vegas - America??
It's called Mr. Olympia for some reason.......if you know what i mean.......
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: jaejonna on September 26, 2007, 11:57:06 AM
It used to be be held in various places like Munich, South Africa and New York...I dont know why its always in Vegas now ? Maybe cause it has all the facilities to hold concert/convention type events and the people going are mostly from Cali or live in Vegas...

Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: Captain Slin on September 26, 2007, 11:57:33 AM
Why isn't the Mr. Olympia held in other continents/countries too except Las Vegas - America??
It's called Mr. Olympia for some reason.......if you know what i mean.......

it has been.

vegas is a good spot.
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: Mydavid on September 26, 2007, 12:05:58 PM
It used to be be held in various places like Munich, South Africa and New York...I dont know why its always in Vegas now ? Maybe cause it has all the facilities to hold concert/convention type events and the people going are mostly from Cali or live in Vegas...

That is basically correct...it was held in Long Beach California, which is a bit of a shithole if you ask me, some years back i do believe...Vegas has the hotels and the glitz too so that's probably why it has stayed there these last years.

Lisa (
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: NarcissisticDeity on September 26, 2007, 12:09:49 PM
Year Held   The Winner   Contest City
1965   Larry Scott   New York
1966   Larry Scott   New York
1967   Sergio Oliva   New York
1968   Sergio Oliva   New York
1969   Sergio Oliva   New York
1970   Arnold Schwarzenegger   New York
1971   Arnold Schwarzenegger   Paris
1972   Arnold Schwarzenegger   Essen
1973   Arnold Schwarzenegger   New York
1974   Arnold Schwarzenegger   New York
1975   Arnold Schwarzenegger   Pretoria
1976   Franco Columbu   Columbus
1977   Frank Zane   Columbus
1978   Frank Zane   Columbus
1979   Frank Zane   Columbus
1980   Arnold Schwarzenegger   Sydney
1981   Franco Columbu   Columbus
1982   Chris Dickerson   London
1983   Samir Bannout   Munich
1984   Lee Haney   New York
1985   Lee Haney   Brussels
1986   Lee Haney   Columbus
1987   Lee Haney   Gothenburg
1988   Lee Haney   Los Angeles
1989   Lee Haney   Rimini
1990   Lee Haney   Chicago
1991   Lee Haney   Orlando
1992   Dorian Yates   Helsinki
1993   Dorian Yates   Atlanta
1994   Dorian Yates   Atlanta
1995   Dorian Yates   Atlanta
1996   Dorian Yates   Chicago
1997   Dorian Yates   Los Angeles
1998   Ronnie Coleman   New York
1999   Ronnie Coleman   Las Vegas
2000   Ronnie Coleman   Las Vegas
2001   Ronnie Coleman   Las Vegas
2002   Ronnie Coleman   Las Vegas
2003   Ronnie Coleman   Las Vegas
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: Wiggs on September 26, 2007, 12:27:50 PM
Because they recieve a price for everthing in Vegas.  Going to Vegas is like two vactions in one.  And bodybuildling caters somewhat to the Vegas/Cali lifestyle.  There are other places that would be great to hold it but because the cost it probably wouldn't be worth it.

Miami
L.A. Very expensive
New York (Again) very expensive
San Francisco very expensive
Germany = expensive but would definetly out sell just about any venue in the U.S.
United Arab Emerates = they are rich and love bodybuilding
Perhaps Columbus Ohio but it could be a conflict with the Arnold there.

That's about it.  I'm looking from the business standpoint.  Obviously there are costs I don't know about so things could change.  I like the idea of moving it again.  It was good in Vegas (my home town) but keep it fresh.
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: gordiano on September 26, 2007, 01:47:31 PM
I'm looking forward to the day it's finally held in Dubai, India.......
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: larger_format on September 26, 2007, 08:07:23 PM
it's always held in the city where the reigning Mr Olympia lives

Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: just_a_pilgrim on September 26, 2007, 08:57:06 PM
it's always held in the city where the reigning Mr Olympia lives



Phew so Lee Haney made a move to Helsinki in 1991?
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: tommywishbone on September 26, 2007, 10:28:15 PM
I'm looking forward to the day it's finally held in Dubai, India.......

 ;D Glorious.
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: webcake on September 26, 2007, 10:36:19 PM
Vegas is probably the best place to hold it. Ive never been to a Mr O, but Ive been to Vegas once before, and it is unlike any other place Ive been to. I just don't think that it being held in another place would be a good idea. Vegas is just the best place to hold a big show like the Olympia with ease, they have all the facilities and accommodation there. Plus holding it somewhere else, paticulalrly another country, might not get as big turnout to the show.
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: tommywishbone on September 26, 2007, 10:50:07 PM
it's always held in the city where the reigning Mr Olympia lives



I like this idea.  ;D
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: JOHN MATRIX on September 26, 2007, 11:01:22 PM
it should be held on the summit of Mt.Olympia, greece
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: willie mosconi on September 26, 2007, 11:32:59 PM
Vegas is a complete shithole. they should hold it anywhere but there- ronnie coleman's basement for fucksakes would be better. they should hold it at the santa monica civic center or the la civic center
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: Monster81 on September 26, 2007, 11:40:08 PM
its easier for the compititors to get Mexican gear in Vagas
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: Pollux on September 27, 2007, 04:52:25 AM
Vegas is nice and all to hold the Olympia, but I wish they'd bounce that shit around from state to state.  :(
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: Trev on September 27, 2007, 04:57:14 AM
it's always held in the city where the reigning Mr Olympia lives


Dorian would disagree with you - Hasn't been held in the Uk since WAY before his time.
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: Meso_z on September 27, 2007, 05:41:55 AM
It should be held in other countries/continents too (Australia, Europe etc) .......if it continues to be held in Vegas only the same people will have the chance to watch it every year, so whats the point???....one of the reasons bb doesn't go mainstream......what a mess.... :(

And now Euro Grand Prix is being cancelled..... :P :P :P :P :P :P :-\ :-\ :-\ :-\
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: Trev on September 27, 2007, 05:48:18 AM
I agree but I guess its all about Money as with everything else these days!! Pro Bodybuilding is almost exclusively American now and I can only see it becoming more and more so in the future.
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: WOOO on September 27, 2007, 05:48:43 AM
it should be held in mexico


mr olympia should then have to face a matador and play the part of the bull


gladiator & warriors my ass
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: slaveboy1980 on September 27, 2007, 05:51:56 AM
Vegas is probably the best place to hold it. Ive never been to a Mr O, but Ive been to Vegas once before, and it is unlike any other place Ive been to. I just don't think that it being held in another place would be a good idea. Vegas is just the best place to hold a big show like the Olympia with ease, they have all the facilities and accommodation there. Plus holding it somewhere else, paticulalrly another country, might not get as big turnout to the show.

narrowminded.
Title: Re: MR. OLYMPIA - WHY.....?
Post by: Meso_z on September 27, 2007, 05:53:25 AM
narrowminded.

+1
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: musclecenter on September 27, 2007, 05:57:20 AM
Why isn't the Mr. Olympia held in other continents/countries too except Las Vegas - America??
It's called Mr. Olympia for some reason.......if you know what i mean.......
Because "War on terror" ;D ;D
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: Trev on September 27, 2007, 06:00:43 AM
Why isn't the Mr. Olympia held in other continents/countries too except Las Vegas - America??
It's called Mr. Olympia for some reason.......if you know what i mean.......

Started off at Olympia in London ..... NO chance of that ever happening again!!
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: CQ on September 27, 2007, 06:03:58 AM
Not to get political, but recall since 9/11 it is *very* hard for some nationals to get into the USA.....so that impacts international people attending. Bodybuilding is hugely popular in my region, but so many people who would attend and can easily afford cannot gain access to Vegas.

For most my people to get entry we must pay a fee and undergo a personal interview with the US embassy [which can take months for an appt], have a set amounts of funds, not be in the miltary, have never had any contact with police, sometimes a full medical is required, and the most restrictive rule is we must have held a job with the same company for 2 years prior....so if you recently switched jobs, forget it.

That is just some examples, there are tons of restrictions. In say London, Toronto etc there is easier access for us, so with Vegas, I know they knock out many from dozens of nations from being able to attend. Just my international perspective here...........
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: slaveboy1980 on September 27, 2007, 06:15:31 AM
Not to get political, but recall since 9/11 it is *very* hard for some nationals to get into the USA.....so that impacts international people attending. Bodybuilding is hugely popular in my region, but so many people who would attend and can easily afford cannot gain access to Vegas.

For most my people to get entry we must pay a fee and undergo a personal interview with the US embassy [which can take months for an appt], have a set amounts of funds, not be in the miltary, have never had any contact with police, sometimes a full medical is required, and the most restrictive rule is we must have held a job with the same company for 2 years prior....so if you recently switched jobs, forget it.

That is just some examples, there are tons of restrictions. In say London, Toronto etc there is easier access for us, so with Vegas, I know they knock out many from dozens of nations from being able to attend. Just my international perspective here...........

"jesus christ", the terrorists really won.

altho i try to avoid discussing world politics on getbig.
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: CQ on September 27, 2007, 06:22:17 AM
"jesus christ", the terrorists really won.

altho i try to avoid discussing world politics on getbig.

Yeah, sorry about that......wasn't trying to be political, just explaining the background of why some international people may not be able to attend.
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: slaveboy1980 on September 27, 2007, 06:24:02 AM
Yeah, sorry about that......wasn't trying to be political, just explaining the background of why some international people may not be able to attend.

no no...i meant that I try to avoid politics on here..not that anyone else should  ;)
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: CalvinH on September 27, 2007, 06:40:49 AM
Why isn't the Mr. Olympia held in other continents/countries too except Las Vegas - America??
It's called Mr. Olympia for some reason.......if you know what i mean.......




Because the competitors would be afraid of going through customs ;)
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: slaveboy1980 on September 27, 2007, 07:11:50 AM



Because the competitors would be afraid of going through customs ;)
opposed to customs in USA?  hahahahhhhhhahaha
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: CalvinH on September 27, 2007, 07:19:23 AM
opposed to customs in USA?  hahahahhhhhhahaha




Most guys are from the states,not 2 hard to have a connection in Vegas.
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: Meso_z on September 27, 2007, 07:27:22 AM



Most guys are from the states,not 2 hard to have a connection in Vegas.


Your point is true, but we must think about the fans of this sport who are all over the world....
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: willie mosconi on September 27, 2007, 10:49:13 PM
Not to get political, but recall since 9/11 it is *very* hard for some nationals to get into the USA.....so that impacts international people attending. Bodybuilding is hugely popular in my region, but so many people who would attend and can easily afford cannot gain access to Vegas.

For most my people to get entry we must pay a fee and undergo a personal interview with the US embassy [which can take months for an appt], have a set amounts of funds, not be in the miltary, have never had any contact with police, sometimes a full medical is required, and the most restrictive rule is we must have held a job with the same company for 2 years prior....so if you recently switched jobs, forget it.

That is just some examples, there are tons of restrictions. In say London, Toronto etc there is easier access for us, so with Vegas, I know they knock out many from dozens of nations from being able to attend. Just my international perspective here...........

where are you from?
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: dantelis on October 01, 2007, 02:55:37 PM
I think that the Olympia planners are trying to compete with the success that is the Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic.  By keeping the Olympia in a single site, they can plan much easier and can add more events and competitions every year.  Plus, the majority of the audience is in the U.S., so they are catering to the bucks.  I haven't attended either the Olympia or the Arnold, but from what I have heard, the Arnold puts the Olympia to shame in terms of size, production values, etc.

I agree with others, however, and think that they should move the Olympia around every year.  Gives it a much better, unique international feel. 

How about having the 2008 Olympia in Germany somewhere, so Dennis Wolf's hometown fans can see him win the Olympia!   :D
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: slaveboy1980 on October 01, 2007, 03:48:27 PM
I think that the Olympia planners are trying to compete with the success that is the Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic.  By keeping the Olympia in a single site, they can plan much easier and can add more events and competitions every year.  Plus, the majority of the audience is in the U.S., so they are catering to the bucks.  I haven't attended either the Olympia or the Arnold, but from what I have heard, the Arnold puts the Olympia to shame in terms of size, production values, etc.

I agree with others, however, and think that they should move the Olympia around every year.  Gives it a much better, unique international feel. 

How about having the 2008 Olympia in Germany somewhere, so Dennis Wolf's hometown fans can see him win the Olympia!   :D

yeah so wolf can defend his titel in europe. and yeah the arnold has been bigger than mr o for several years....some years the winner at the arnold was the best bodybuilder of the year.
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: bigdumbbell on October 01, 2007, 03:49:48 PM
Vegas is where the action is.

hope this helps.
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: slaveboy1980 on October 01, 2007, 03:52:06 PM
Vegas is where the action is.

hope this helps.

what action? not on the olympia stage atleast  ::)
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: CQ on October 01, 2007, 03:59:56 PM
where are you from?

The Caribbean, but what I said applies to numerous nations, at least 100 or so. That said, I am in the US constantly using a perfectly legal way to avoid the visa issues. They can be circumvented.

I like Vegas, been to the O a few times, but just for me personally it got a bit tedious hiking 15 odd hours to the same city each year. One can look at FIBO in Europe each May which gets approx 45,000 people in attendence or so annually, and that is with an expo/strongman show/pros visiting - no actual pro show per se. Far higher attendence than the O....
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: bigdumbbell on October 01, 2007, 04:03:43 PM
yes, they said 9,000 people attend the O final
Title: Re: Mr. Olympia - why only in Las Vegas?
Post by: slaveboy1980 on October 01, 2007, 04:06:12 PM
The Caribbean, but what I said applies to numerous nations, at least 100 or so. That said, I am in the US constantly using a perfectly legal way to avoid the visa issues. They can be circumvented.

I like Vegas, been to the O a few times, but just for me personally it got a bit tedious hiking 15 odd hours to the same city each year. One can look at FIBO in Europe each May which gets approx 45,000 people in attendence or so annually, and that is with an expo/strongman show/pros visiting - no actual pro show per se. Far higher attendence than the O....

CQ: did you have a lot of smelly and sweaty "bodybuilders" after you, when you visited the mr o?