Burning Man 2023
September 4th, 2023 at 4:39:10 PM
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Seems these RV travelers out west may rely on Starlink for satellite internet service.
I drove by a building in a nearby town and stopped at a stop light and my satellite radio skipped out and it couldn't reacquire the signal until I left the intersection. Not sure if the signal was jammed by a nearby cell tower or if it was just the obstruction.
I drove by a building in a nearby town and stopped at a stop light and my satellite radio skipped out and it couldn't reacquire the signal until I left the intersection. Not sure if the signal was jammed by a nearby cell tower or if it was just the obstruction.
September 4th, 2023 at 6:23:01 PM
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Quote: terapinedQuote: ChumpChangeI see thousands of abandoned vehicles when that stuff dries, and insurance won't cover it because what clause would cover it?
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I have a feeling a lot of people are just gonna have to leave vehicles and RV's behind, trek the 5 miles to the nearest tiny town and bussed to civilization. Come back when it really dries out which can be a week to weeks. Thousands of vehicles on soft ground not completely dried trying to exit out is going to be a nightmare. These RVs will be heavy with full black tanks. It could be a line of cars for 2 days getting out considering last year's 8 hour wait in traffic.
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Re: black tanks...
Unless people are eating and drinking a lot that didn't get brought in the RV, isn't the weight going to be... about the same?
(No hookups on the playa, right?)
May the cards fall in your favor.
September 4th, 2023 at 7:20:58 PM
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Quote: DieterQuote: terapinedQuote: ChumpChangeI see thousands of abandoned vehicles when that stuff dries, and insurance won't cover it because what clause would cover it?
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I have a feeling a lot of people are just gonna have to leave vehicles and RV's behind, trek the 5 miles to the nearest tiny town and bussed to civilization. Come back when it really dries out which can be a week to weeks. Thousands of vehicles on soft ground not completely dried trying to exit out is going to be a nightmare. These RVs will be heavy with full black tanks. It could be a line of cars for 2 days getting out considering last year's 8 hour wait in traffic.
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Re: black tanks...
Unless people are eating and drinking a lot that didn't get brought in the RV, isn't the weight going to be... about the same?
(No hookups on the playa, right?)
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True.
But the ground was dry and hard coming in
Looks like no problem getting out
Except.
10 lanes to 2 lanes to 1 lane lol
https://youtu.be/ttXOxTXTuJc?si=PaUKSV4mg0gGQCbH
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September 4th, 2023 at 7:31:49 PM
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Quote: terapinedQuote: DieterQuote: terapinedQuote: ChumpChangeI see thousands of abandoned vehicles when that stuff dries, and insurance won't cover it because what clause would cover it?
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I have a feeling a lot of people are just gonna have to leave vehicles and RV's behind, trek the 5 miles to the nearest tiny town and bussed to civilization. Come back when it really dries out which can be a week to weeks. Thousands of vehicles on soft ground not completely dried trying to exit out is going to be a nightmare. These RVs will be heavy with full black tanks. It could be a line of cars for 2 days getting out considering last year's 8 hour wait in traffic.
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Re: black tanks...
Unless people are eating and drinking a lot that didn't get brought in the RV, isn't the weight going to be... about the same?
(No hookups on the playa, right?)
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True.
But the ground was dry and hard coming in
Looks like no problem getting out
Except.
10 lanes to 2 lanes to 1 lane lol
https://youtu.be/ttXOxTXTuJc?si=PaUKSV4mg0gGQCbH
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I think I understand, and am just getting hung up on "The RV isn't really getting heavier; the roads are just getting much worse".
Enjoy the day!
May the cards fall in your favor.
September 4th, 2023 at 7:43:46 PM
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Quote: rainmanAiring down your tires to 8-12 pounds can substantially increase your traction in mud,sand,snow, gravel etc.
This is commonly done and common knowledge in the off roading world. So the next time you get the Volvo
stuck air em down buddy.
My son is an avid overlander so we know that trick.
Me, I'd never take one of my old Volvo Turbos on a beach or where mud could form; for those adventures I'd drive my F-250 4X4 (hi and lo range) with BFG KO2's.
"What, me worry?"
September 4th, 2023 at 9:42:49 PM
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Bay Area News worried about the invasion of the mud people at the In & Out Burger in Sparks, Nevada. Also, wash yourselves off ASAP or you'll get dust micro-organism infections.
September 5th, 2023 at 6:09:29 PM
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Maybe if Mike let some air out of his unicycle tire he can ride out of there. Does he even ride a unicycle anymore I don't think he's mentioned it in years.
"It's not called gambling if the math is on your side."
September 5th, 2023 at 8:34:54 PM
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The last time I recall him mentioning it was when he attempted to ride thru the Fremont Street Experience during the covid shutdown, but got stopped by security.Quote: EvenBob... Does he even ride a unicycle anymore? ...
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Best wishes to Mike and all the burners.
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September 5th, 2023 at 9:07:15 PM
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Quote: ChumpChangeI see thousands of abandoned vehicles when that stuff dries, and insurance won't cover it because what clause would cover it?
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Auto insurance's "comprehensive" physical damage coverage would allow restitution on an "actual cash value" basis. The common term is "full coverage." Physical damage coverages have two parts: collision and other than collision which includes fire, theft, animal collision, flood, etc. So, CC, for those individuals with that optional coverage on their policy, there would be valid restitution.
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September 6th, 2023 at 3:59:30 AM
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Anybody else a little worried about not hearing from the Wizard?
the next time Dame Fortune toys with your heart, your soul and your wallet, raise your glass and praise her thus: “Thanks for nothing, you cold-hearted, evil, damnable, nefarious, low-life, malicious monster from Hell!” She is, after all, stone deaf. ... Arnold Snyder
September 6th, 2023 at 4:21:29 AM
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Quote: odiousgambitAnybody else a little worried about not hearing from the Wizard?
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(Not yet.)
May the cards fall in your favor.
September 6th, 2023 at 6:33:59 AM
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Quote: odiousgambitAnybody else a little worried about not hearing from the Wizard?
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Thank you for your concern. I had lots of texts from people worried about me and I still haven't checked Email.
Short version is I'm fine. I didn't bring a computer and didn't remember my password here, so couldn't visit this site. I plan to write the story later today.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
September 6th, 2023 at 7:26:20 AM
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I went to Burning Man. The celebrities who fled the mud this year didn't understand the true spirit of the event.
The celebrities and ultra-rich who fled the scene didn't get the spirit of the week.
The celebrities and ultra-rich who fled the scene didn't get the spirit of the week.
I tell you it’s wonderful to be here, man. I don’t give a damn who wins or loses. It’s just wonderful to be here with you people.
https://wizardofvegas.com/forum/gambling/betting-systems/33908-the-adventures-of-mdawg/
September 6th, 2023 at 12:35:40 PM
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There's several reports that burners were cursing and screaming at each other once the exodus from the playa began in earnest. People were cutting each other off etcetera and tempers flared. Anyone who's tried to leave a big concert or sporting event knows the drill.
I doubt the behavior was too widespread but the circumstances were obviously unusual. The County Sheriff said exhausted partygoers 'lashed out' at one another. One burner reported "There's a little bit of this Lord of the Flies vibe..."
No sign of road blocking climate protesters. I guess they wisely decided to stay out of everyone's way.
I doubt the behavior was too widespread but the circumstances were obviously unusual. The County Sheriff said exhausted partygoers 'lashed out' at one another. One burner reported "There's a little bit of this Lord of the Flies vibe..."
No sign of road blocking climate protesters. I guess they wisely decided to stay out of everyone's way.
Have you tried 22 tonight? I said 22.
September 6th, 2023 at 12:54:13 PM
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Quote: WizardQuote: odiousgambitAnybody else a little worried about not hearing from the Wizard?
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Thank you for your concern. I had lots of texts from people worried about me and I still haven't checked Email.
Short version is I'm fine. I didn't bring a computer and didn't remember my password here, so couldn't visit this site. I plan to write the story later today.
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Hooray, very glad to have you back. Please wipe your shoes on the floormat before entering the forum.
So many better men, a few of them friends, are dead. And a thousand thousand slimy things live on, and so do I.
September 6th, 2023 at 4:54:01 PM
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Quote: WizardQuote: odiousgambitAnybody else a little worried about not hearing from the Wizard?
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Thank you for your concern. I had lots of texts from people worried about me and I still haven't checked Email.
Short version is I'm fine. I didn't bring a computer and didn't remember my password here, so couldn't visit this site. I plan to write the story later today.
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Were you hanging out with Chris Rock or Leon Reece at any point in time?
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September 6th, 2023 at 5:51:46 PM
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Glad the Wizard is safe and sound back in the land of Oz. A hot shower, big healthy meal, and the relaxing sounds of slot machines going off is what the doctor orders!
September 6th, 2023 at 6:02:41 PM
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Quote: AsswhoopermcdaddyGlad the Wizard is safe and sound back in the land of Oz. A hot shower, big healthy meal, and the relaxing sounds of slot machines going off is what the doctor orders!
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From what I've heard he was never NOT safe and sound. Almost everybody I've heard talking about their experience is saying that most of what the media reported was hyped up BS. Nobody was running out of water or food, nobody was even inconvenienced very much unless they tried to leave. There was no disease, nobody was starving to death, sounds like everybody had a good time despite the rain.
"It's not called gambling if the math is on your side."
September 6th, 2023 at 7:27:18 PM
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Quote: rxwineWere you hanging out with Chris Rock or Leon Reece at any point in time?
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No. I had no idea they were there.
However, the saxophone player from Pink Floyd did a show and I simply didn't know about it. I'm pretty mad at myself over that as I'm a huge Pink Floyd fan.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
September 6th, 2023 at 7:32:34 PM
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Quote: EvenBobAlmost everybody I've heard talking about their experience is saying that most of what the media reported was hyped up BS. Nobody was running out of water or food, nobody was even inconvenienced very much unless they tried to leave. There was no disease, nobody was starving to death, sounds like everybody had a good time despite the rain.
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I would agree that the media probably over-hyped it, but I was stuck there when such coverage would have been seen. For those who just relaxed and accepted that sometimes it rains, the worst thing that happened was some boredom. I did get a stomach bug, but that wasn't too bad. I have heard others did too as the porta-potties were not serviced for two or three days and got quite disgusting.
Yes, those who drove out on Monday faced huge lines, but I fortunately took the bus, which are given a separate road out.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
September 7th, 2023 at 7:04:51 PM
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Is this man I'm with (on the left) supposed to be:
1. German
2. Prussian
3. English
Personally, I thought Prussian, but he insisted he was some branch of the English military I never heard of.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
September 7th, 2023 at 7:23:26 PM
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Quote: Wizard
Is this man I'm with (on the left) supposed to be:
1. German
2. Prussian
3. English
Personally, I thought Prussian, but he insisted he was some branch of the English military I never heard of.
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Is he related to this guy?
"It's not called gambling if the math is on your side."
September 7th, 2023 at 7:27:05 PM
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I don't know, but he looks like he's straight out of central casting.
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September 7th, 2023 at 8:21:45 PM
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I'm guessing he knows the kings of England and can quote the fights historical, from Marathon to Waterloo, in order categorical.
Have you tried 22 tonight? I said 22.
September 8th, 2023 at 5:55:54 AM
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Wonderhussy, a local of Las Vegas, goes to her umpteenth Burning Man.
Wonderhussy makes a semi-music video of her trip 5 years ago.
She has more Burning Man content on her YouTube channel from previous years. She travels around and vlogs. She currently lives in Death Valley.
Wonderhussy makes a semi-music video of her trip 5 years ago.
She has more Burning Man content on her YouTube channel from previous years. She travels around and vlogs. She currently lives in Death Valley.
September 8th, 2023 at 7:49:28 AM
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Quote: ChumpChangeWonderhussy, a local of Las Vegas, goes to her umpteenth Burning Man.
Wonderhussy makes a semi-music video of her trip 5 years ago.
She has more Burning Man content on her YouTube channel from previous years. She travels around and vlogs. She currently lives in Death Valley.
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She said she got sick and I'm hearing that more and more from people who were there. Seems like a lot of people got sick from being in the crowds, and with all this talk of mask mandates coming back I wonder what's going on.
"It's not called gambling if the math is on your side."
September 8th, 2023 at 8:10:12 AM
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The COVID virus is 0.1 microns in diameter and the protections of an N-95 mask is rated down to 0.3 microns. Not sure if even N-95 is enough, but these other masks are surely not enough but can be a deterrent from people who spray it and not say while in close conversation. Bringing back the 6 foot spacing and the plastic barriers should be a top priority at some point. Schools are going to remote learning because teachers can't call in sick for 2 weeks of quarantine or illness and expect to keep their jobs.
COVID is found in wastewater and is a marker for the prevalence of COVID in the city. Nobody was doing COVID tests on the plugged-up Port-O-Potties at Burning Man AFAIK.
Wonderhussy also said the playa dust was giving her respiratory problems. It must be like inhaling flour from a nearby flour mill, bad for your health.
COVID is found in wastewater and is a marker for the prevalence of COVID in the city. Nobody was doing COVID tests on the plugged-up Port-O-Potties at Burning Man AFAIK.
Wonderhussy also said the playa dust was giving her respiratory problems. It must be like inhaling flour from a nearby flour mill, bad for your health.
