Dayton Logistics (From a Local)

[mjdooley]

Living in the Dayton area I thought I would offer some "tips" for those coming over.

1. The arena is a neat venue -- honestly there are few if any bad seats there. And it can get LOUD!
2. Traffic can be slow getting into the arena. It is located just off I75 but it gets bogged down. If you want to see the 16 seeds play, I would recommend getting to the arena between 5:30 and 6:00 for the 6:40 start to avoid traffic. If that game doesn't matter to you then wait until about 7:30.
3. Speaking of the 16 seed game -- it is clearly lower-caliber basketball, but it is fun to watch because they give it 100% the whole time.
4. If you are planning to eat before -- -there isn't much at the exit by the arena (Exit 51) -- I would recommend stopping at Exit 59 where there are several chain and local restaurants to choose from. That is the first exit after you go from 70E onto 75S. There are also hotels here and it is a nice area of Dayton.

Any other questions feel free to ask!

[mjdooley]

Living in the Dayton area I thought I would offer some "tips" for those coming over.

1. The arena is a neat venue -- honestly there are few if any bad seats there. And it can get LOUD!
2. Traffic can be slow getting into the arena. It is located just off I75 but it gets bogged down. If you want to see the 16 seeds play, I would recommend getting to the arena between 5:30 and 6:00 for the 6:40 start to avoid traffic. If that game doesn't matter to you then wait until about 7:30.
3. Speaking of the 16 seed game -- it is clearly lower-caliber basketball, but it is fun to watch because they give it 100% the whole time.
4. If you are planning to eat before -- -there isn't much at the exit by the arena (Exit 51) -- I would recommend stopping at Exit 59 where there are several chain and local restaurants to choose from. That is the first exit after you go from 70E onto 75S. There are also hotels here and it is a nice area of Dayton.

Any other questions feel free to ask!

I saw another thread that mentioned airport to the arena was 30 minutes but I would say closer to 15 with no traffic. And the hotels/restaurants at Exit 59 are 5 minutes from the airport. If you happen to be flying back home Wed morning this will help you miss all Dayton traffic that you would hit staying south of town.

[ShockRef]

I saw another thread that mentioned airport to the arena was 30 minutes but I would say closer to 15 with no traffic. And the hotels/restaurants at Exit 59 are 5 minutes from the airport. If you happen to be flying back home Wed morning this will help you miss all Dayton traffic that you would hit staying south of town.

15 minutes from the airport to UD Arena? Uh, Ok.

Keep in mind I-75 runs right through the middle of downtown Dayton and is currently undergoing major construction.
They have shifted the Northbound lanes (only 2 of 3) to the Southbound lanes. Its a nightly traffic headache and will be clogged (as it is every day) from 4:00 until 7:00 or so.

You get the idea. Leave extra time and hit the bathroom before heading down I-75.

That is all.

[shocker43]

Is anyone else making the trip?

[smm]

Is anyone else making the trip?

Wife and I are driving up from Little Rock tomorrow

[shox526]

Waiting to board plane now. Wife couldn't get away from work for Dayton, but will meet in Providence.

For those going, where are you sitting? 310 row P here.

[Onegreatracer]

Section 206 here. In Terre Haute, or just passed. 60 miles to Indianapolis.

[smm]

Section 206 here. In Terre Haute, or just passed. 60 miles to Indianapolis.

Not sure my wife got them online today but in a 300 section somewhere

[shocker_torero]

Tip from someone who has been there: Try the Skyline Chili... then never try it again.

[WstateU]

Tip from someone who has been there: Try the Skyline Chili... then never try it again.

"Ring of fire"?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyQbM1da2js

[shocker_torero]

"Ring of fire"?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyQbM1da2js

more like, "Plate of WTF"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNw8SJ1nIHc

[daytongrl]

I have 3 tickets to tomorrows games. message me if interested! Section 108 Row H. I think you will have a great time at UD Arena for all that are going. Good luck!!!!

[wushock27]

Ok, so I'm making a last second decision and going...if anyone has an extra ticket for sale, let me know...if not, I'm getting online early tomorrow.
Thanks!

[ShockdaWorld]

I have 3 tickets to tomorrows games. message me if interested! Section 108 Row H. I think you will have a great time at UD Arena for all that are going. Good luck!!!!

Ok, so I'm making a last second decision and going...if anyone has an extra ticket for sale, let me know...if not, I'm getting online early tomorrow.
Thanks!

Ummm....maybe she'd sell you one of hers. Two is usually easier to get rid of than three.

[wushock27]

Ummm....maybe she'd sell you one of hers. Two is usually easier to get rid of than three.

Already checked on that... a little too rich for my blood!! :(