Arlington Park
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Finally the Bears do something right. I love how the city says Soldier Field is a sought after venue, how sought after will it be when there is a better option in the burbs?
Without a doubt the best thing that the Mc Caskeys have ever done for this franchise. Next would be to sell when it’s finally built.
I am absolutely ecstatic about the near future possibility of the Bears in Arlington. I’m biased, I’m in the burbs within 30 min or so of AH. The view of the city and lake are great.. coming to Chicago and feeling the electric energy the city exudes is awesome…
BUT - maybe this is the millenial in me, but I do value the “gameday experience”. I do want better tailgating options, better pre and post game activities, and I most certainly am interested in bathroom lines that are more manageable than current Soldier Field. If developed right, this seems like an economic slam dunk for not just the surrounding burbs, but the state as a whole. This is a home run in all aspects in my opinion.
The big question we are all asking - will McCaskeys sell a large portion of team to pay for the stadium? Will taxpayers pay? I’d be willing to bet that NFL will have no concerns shelling out 500M-1B maybe more on a loan to help pay. They did the same for Las Vegas.
BUT - maybe this is the millenial in me, but I do value the “gameday experience”. I do want better tailgating options, better pre and post game activities, and I most certainly am interested in bathroom lines that are more manageable than current Soldier Field. If developed right, this seems like an economic slam dunk for not just the surrounding burbs, but the state as a whole. This is a home run in all aspects in my opinion.
The big question we are all asking - will McCaskeys sell a large portion of team to pay for the stadium? Will taxpayers pay? I’d be willing to bet that NFL will have no concerns shelling out 500M-1B maybe more on a loan to help pay. They did the same for Las Vegas.
still likely 10 years away from a move, but at least bears fan have something to look forward to.
Let's hope for a retractable roof so IHSA can play here in November
In my eyes they don't even begin talks until this is priority 1
Should be a priority for Bears. But will IHSA want to play games there for Championships
I'm not even thinking IHSA games more from an overall makes sense standpoint.....think of the events they can have with a roof....NCAA's Final Four Bowl games etc concerts
Could have been the spot for Obama’s library if they got these talks in earlier.
City is going to fight this, by the time it gets hashed out I’ll be retired with my bride in a location that doesn’t require me to deal with snow or freezing temps anymore. While I think a new stadium with a retractable dome and the ability to host a Super Bowl and other big name events is a no brainer, I’ll miss the Chicago landmark on the lake...lot of great memories and history for me!
Let's hope Virginia checks IDs better than Kevin.
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The city had the chance to fight it but they opted not to put money into the stadium or to allow on-site gambling so now they will now just just wait for their tenants lease to end.
I'm excited to welcome the Prep Bowl back to Soldier Field!
Genuinely curious for those that always complain about the traffic, tailgating, and long bathroom lines - what specifically is at issue? Where have you seen better?
Newest prop bet...
Is Justin Fields still on the Bears when this hypothetical stadium opens?
IHSA title games here we come!
Kmet's Backyard Grill will be the bar inside the stadium.
Kmet's Backyard Grill will be the bar inside the stadium.
Tough question. Are we going to start drafting o linemen?
You can go ahead and name every pro sports stadiums/fields I’ve personally been to for better bathroom lines, including:
Notre Dame
Lambeau Field
Cowboys Stadium
Wrigley Field
Guaranteed rate (pregame on par with bears, but very manageable bathroom lines).
Dodger stadium
Busch stadium
Fenway park
Mariners ballpark
Soldier field ranks dead last to any stadium I’ve been too regarding bathroom lines. Dead last. Just my experience maybe others are diff but this from a Bears-Lions November game a few yrs back, not a big game.
But can you hear the phrase “sinks open” yelled at those other venues bathrooms?
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the restroom situation at Wrigley being better than anywhere says a lot.
I spoke with them about this in the Spring. I was told they are very interested in playing there.
The only place worse was the old Orange Bowl. Other than that, every other Stadium i have gone to has been better.
I’ve just never found them that bad, but I also don’t do my business between quarters. Don’t stop at the first concession stand or bathroom when you get through the gate. Simple rules to live by no matter the event.
Been to many a stadium, you take a piss at the quarter or half and you’re gonna see a line. No doubt though that they could use some troughs.
Parked in the 31st st lot for years and always enjoyed the scene / walk through McCormick.
Park district screwed the pooch on the capacity with the ‘03 redesign, but Solider Field gets more hate than it deserves in my humble opinion.
Just because they buy a nicer house doesn't mean that the product will be better. To them, like the Ricketts, making money is more important than winning games.
Yeah Tom Ricketts is greedy owner who has done a terrible job with the Cubs minus the greatest run in team history and the world series.......
OWNING their own stadium and being able to use it to increase overall revenue will have a direct impact on the roster. The better the roster, the more butts in seats. The better the stadium and environment, the more likely the non-die-hard fans find value, and return. It all works together.
Never forget - professional sports are an entertainment business. The fan is the consumer, and the product is on the field, and the experience you have. Disney World has fans too..
Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. No comparison. Traffic in and out moves much, much better. Far better parking. Much more room for tailgating. Bathroom lines are nowhere near as long as Soldier Field. Waaay easier in and out because you can enter and exit the stadium from North, South, East and West. And that place holds 80,000 and sells out every game. They really do it right. Since 2003, I have been to more NFL games in KC and other stadiums than in Chicago. Soldier Field is by far the worst venue I have been to.
I am so happy it looks like this team is finally going to move out of that dump. If for no other reason than to stick it in Lightfoot's eye. She sure as hell was cocky back in July when it was announced they might seek to move. Now she's backpedaling and lying about what actually happened with the negotiating process. For the first time in my life I am actually rooting for the McCaskeys.
I have no love for the Cub, but this is spot on.Yeah Tom Ricketts is greedy owner who has done a terrible job with the Cubs minus the greatest run in team history and the world series.......
