[FSPA] 1st time at Pinburgh

[Lesley Ropp]

What is the temperature like inside the convention center?  Is hot because
of the machines or cold because of the AC blaring?

On Mon, Jul 24, 2017 at 11:17 PM, Jake Peterson via FSPA <fspa at fspazone.org>
wrote:

> If you miss a shot three times in a row, shoot something else!
>
> Every point counts! Don't ever give up or you will be regretting that one
> point you lost because you mentally checked out from frustration on a game
> and got 4th instead of 3rd.
>
> Don't play to put your initials on the machine, play to beat your
> opponents. This is everyone's first time playing the machine. You are all
> in the same boat and you just have to edge out the competition.
>
> Think about what feeds, bounces, etc you need to be aware of before play.
> Watch how the machine plays on ball 1 for everyone *and then sit down*.
>
> Don't be afraid to ask for rulings when you are unsure.
>
> Take off your rings before play FOR THE LOVE OF PETE! Keep these games in
> good condition.
>
> Rolling tap passes are a surefire way to win your match AND earn the
> respect of your peers. Use this technique as often as possible.
>
>
> On Jul 24, 2017 9:19 PM, "kimbrennan--- via FSPA" <fspa at fspazone.org>
> wrote:
>
>> Walkstools. They are considerably more expensive but are capable of much
>> more weight. Some versions also sit up taller (extendable legs). I think I
>> got mine at campsaver.com
>>
>> Sent from my iPad
>>
>> On Jul 24, 2017, at 1:10 PM, Dave Hubbard via FSPA <fspa at fspazone.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> I've been thinking about something like this, but most fold-out stools
>> I've seen have weight limits that are, shall we say, not conducive to
>> certain body types.  Anyone got a suggestion for something a bit more
>> sturdy?
>>
>>        --- Dave
>>
>> On Mon, Jul 24, 2017 at 1:03 PM, William F. Wulf II via FSPA <
>> fspa at fspazone.org> wrote:
>>
>>> I bought a camp stool, it's a tripod with a nylon seat at the top, and a
>>> carrying strap, It's lightweight and low profile. It even slides inside my
>>> rolled up gel mat if I'm careful.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *William WulfLunaria, Ltd. Consultingpsyque at gmail.com
>>> <psyque at gmail.com>410-428-0070 <(410)%20428-0070>*
>>>
>>> On Mon, Jul 24, 2017 at 12:48 PM, Steve Peck via FSPA <fspa at fspazone.org
>>> > wrote:
>>>
>>>> if you can find a very light folding chair with a shoulder strap I
>>>> highly recommend using one, most of the banks are too far from chairs to sit
>>>>
>>>> On Jul 24, 2017 12:36 PM, "Dave Hubbard via FSPA" <fspa at fspazone.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> Echoing a few that have already been mentioned, but:
>>>>>
>>>>> 1) Definitely sit down whenever you can.  Your feet will thank you.
>>>>> That being said, don't move the chairs or the wrath of the local union will
>>>>> descend upon Pinburgh (seriously, no one is allowed to move chairs, even
>>>>> Pinburgh staff.  It's a convention center thing.)
>>>>> 2) Drink plenty of water.  I go through at least a full bottle every
>>>>> round and I'm still dehydrated by the end of Pinburgh.  There are water
>>>>> fountains to fill up.
>>>>> 3) If you have any FSPA gear, wear it!  It helps us identify our own.
>>>>> :)
>>>>> 4) If you're in the tournament, consult your fellow FSPA'ers for tips
>>>>> and strategies.  Often once the rounds are announced there's a small frenzy
>>>>> of people looking up banks and looking for people who have knowledge of the
>>>>> games.
>>>>> 5) Try out the weird stuff like the mini-TV Duck Hunt, Attack from the
>>>>> Back, etc.  These are often one-of-a-kind things that are tons of fun.
>>>>>
>>>>>       --- Dave
>>>>>
>>>>> On Mon, Jul 24, 2017 at 10:46 AM, Lesley Ropp via FSPA <
>>>>> fspa at fspazone.org> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>>> Hi!
>>>>>>
>>>>>> This is my first time at Pinburgh and I'm pretty excited.  I wanted
>>>>>> to pick everyone's brains on any tips, tricks, or suggestions for a good
>>>>>> time while there.  I mean, I plan on playing a lot of pinball but it's good
>>>>>> to get some "do this, don't do this" ideas.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Happy Monday!
>>>>>> Lesley
>>>>>>
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