Wow it looks like those desks are obstructing the view of quite a few seats in that section.... Completely stupid to ruin the viewing experience of so many otherwise good seats just to put a dumb media/staff desk there?
OT: Madison Square Garden Renovations (Part VI)
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Wow it looks like those desks are obstructing the view of quite a few seats in that section.... Completely stupid to ruin the viewing experience of so many otherwise good seats just to put a dumb media/staff desk there?
Exactly! Plus the desks looked like they were made of plywood and thrown up there at the last minute. As long as they don't block the Knicks I guess MSG doesn't care...
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Nah those desks were there last two seasons actually. Not going anywhere unfortunately for you. Actually relatively permanent.
I see, thanks. Then there really is no excuse for the virtual view and selling these as unobstructed seats.
Went to the game very nervous about these bridges. Was worrying that it would obstruct part of the ice. I sit in row 21 of 213. Got to my seats, no problem at all. My other concern was when I had to stand, the ice would be cut-off, but as I stood, could still see the entire ice. Could only see the bottom of the scoreboard, but I had a tv right in front of me, so I had a great look at all the replays. I did hear people behind me yelling about not being able to see the scoreboard and complaining about the bridges.
There were quite a few people walking on the bridges, but thinking that will subside. I didn't find it distracting at all.
Last season, I thought I would try to move to the last row, because I figured with the cramped leg room, in the back row I could stand if I was uncomfortable. Didn't bother as again, I was afraid the bridges would obstruct my view. After the game, walked up to the top, stood behind the last row and still had complete view of the ice.
I will post some pictures later, as I can't get on photobucket at work.
There were quite a few people walking on the bridges, but thinking that will subside. I didn't find it distracting at all.
Last season, I thought I would try to move to the last row, because I figured with the cramped leg room, in the back row I could stand if I was uncomfortable. Didn't bother as again, I was afraid the bridges would obstruct my view. After the game, walked up to the top, stood behind the last row and still had complete view of the ice.
I will post some pictures later, as I can't get on photobucket at work.
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I thought the bridges were very cool. Really well designed, classy even. I would not be surprised if other arenas start to adopt that design. I'd like to get those seats for a game or 2, but not for a full season.
I agree that the flow has improved and you really get a sense now that it is "done", whereas after the first phase, expectations were very high and it was somewhat disappointing on opening night. I guess that is just the downside of not being able to complete the entire reno in one shot. I imagine if it had gone from the old Garden to what we have now over the course on one summer if would have been an amazing opening.
Yes, the Garden was very quiet last night, but I think a lot of that can be attributed to the late opening after a dreadful road trip. So, it's not the first or second game of the season, when the minds of the fans are filled with "anything is possible". We pretty much already know what kind of team we have. Also, it's seems to have different acoustics, as well as a less enthusiastic crowd. Opening night after the LAST lockout was crazy, and we hadn't made the playoffs in 7 years!
I agree that the flow has improved and you really get a sense now that it is "done", whereas after the first phase, expectations were very high and it was somewhat disappointing on opening night. I guess that is just the downside of not being able to complete the entire reno in one shot. I imagine if it had gone from the old Garden to what we have now over the course on one summer if would have been an amazing opening.
Yes, the Garden was very quiet last night, but I think a lot of that can be attributed to the late opening after a dreadful road trip. So, it's not the first or second game of the season, when the minds of the fans are filled with "anything is possible". We pretty much already know what kind of team we have. Also, it's seems to have different acoustics, as well as a less enthusiastic crowd. Opening night after the LAST lockout was crazy, and we hadn't made the playoffs in 7 years!
Can you share any stories from your fellow season subscribers who were also disgruntled?
I would wait until they figure out where to put you, then contact the buyers. The Rangers may ask for your old ticket stock back before making an exchange, or they may just cancel the barcodes outright, and then you'd be on the hook to make it right.
I was quite pleased with my new location. Went up to visit my old neighbors in 222/223 between periods. I didn't see anyone in my old seats, so I wonder if they were down there in Row 1 with you...
Cheers!
-Doug
The people next to us got their seats moved by 10 seats (I don't know how that's possible), though they had explicitly confirmed with their rep several times that this was not going to happen.
Yes will give it a few days.. my main concern now are the games I sold for this week! I only have electronic tickets in any case, so re-issue should be easy if they find some seats for me.
"Funny" thing is, since it does not say obstructed on my tickets, Stubhub said they have no problem with the tickets and I don't have to cancel the sales. I will not do that to people who paid good money for a view of the ice though, so will figure it out somehow, hopefully I will get some seats to offer in exchange for the same price.
Good to hear things went smoothly for you!
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trueblue9441
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i moved my seats from 213 row 19 to 213 row 16 for this season due to the bridges and i have to say im pleasantly surprised about the view. the bridges aren't as bad as i thought they would be and are not a distraction at all. i miss part of the upper portion of the scoreboard, but there is a tv positioned right in my line of sight.
irishlaxburger2
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How are the TVs on the bridges for those not able to see Gardenvision? How big are they? Do they show the exact same content? Do they include stats like the new Gardenvision does (granted, that didn't work last nite which was apparently a problem on the NHL's end, not MSG's)? Etc
Basically, do the TV's do a satisfactory job of replacing Gardenvision for those with an obstructed view?
Basically, do the TV's do a satisfactory job of replacing Gardenvision for those with an obstructed view?
trueblue9441
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yes, shows the feed thats on garden vision and that stats that are on the upper ribbon board on the scoreboard.
I am at a loss...
People who were comped seats next to you had their seats moved by 10 seats yet their rep said that wasn't going to happen? Then how did it happen? And where are/were their seats?
Cheers!
-Doug
highandwide
It's gold Jerry.
Maybe I'm grumpy...
The new garden is beautiful but I didn't find anything I actually liked about it. The seats are smaller, hard to walk in and out of rows, the hallways are crowded, hard to walk through..
however, the abundance of bathrooms is a plus..
The new garden is beautiful but I didn't find anything I actually liked about it. The seats are smaller, hard to walk in and out of rows, the hallways are crowded, hard to walk through..
however, the abundance of bathrooms is a plus..
I don't know the details, I am at a loss too... but they seemed pretty upset about it. (I believe the seats were somewhere at 200's but that's all I got, sorry)
They aren't really traditional TV's, more like smaller scoreboards. I was in Section 222, row 8, and while I had a great view of the actual scoreboard, I would look up at the bridge and a mini scoreboard was right above me. It was VERY big from where I was. Must look more 'normal' sized to someone in the upper rows of the upper bowl.
Also, they installed big speakers in the bridges that face everyone in the upper bowl so the P.A. sounds MUCH more clear and LOUD.
irishlaxburger2
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Awesome, thanks guys. Glad management made the TVs a suitable replacement for those with an obstructed view of Gardenvision
Tvs are big. They do a great job of making up for the obstruction of the scoreboard, but like I said in my earlier post, tv is right in front of me. They are set up every other section. 213 has one, 211 has one, but 214 and 212 does not. Not sure how they appear from an angle if your section does not have a tv.
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GordonGecko
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that's cool, so far it seems the only real bad seats are from niinah in 215 where MSG apparently forgot that a rink is wider than a basketball court and he can't see the Rangers goal.
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Sat in section 310, corner bridge seats. There was only 1 exit for the row. That was the only issue. Other than that, the seats were great. If Everyone is willing to, when you stand, nobody is obstructed, meaning you can stand over the glass that is in front of you. We were in row 1, but row 2 said they were good. Got to see John Amirante as he walked through the 30th and 4th level. Saw Matt Harvey outside of MSG before the game with his girl friend. He has a brace on his pitching arm fyi. Showed him on Gardenvision.
We were very close to Slats and the scratches. So much, the only way for Sather to leave is a general exit that was blocked by security. Bet he hates the seats, he is open for anything, and with the performance last night, heard it from myself and several other people.
There is a lot of leg room and the seats give to more room. I'm a bigger guy and it was great. More room than any other seats.
The renovation is great. And the view from the bridge puts a different perspective on the game. Have to get used to being above the play though. Some pucks loom to be in other places above first, but depth perception kicks in after a couple minutes.
This is right above section 227. The last rows in 227 are the worst seats ever. If you stand, cannot see near side net. Cannot see corner sitting down. No screen to look at and garden vision is not visible. Do not buy those seats, even for an Islander fan.
We were very close to Slats and the scratches. So much, the only way for Sather to leave is a general exit that was blocked by security. Bet he hates the seats, he is open for anything, and with the performance last night, heard it from myself and several other people.
There is a lot of leg room and the seats give to more room. I'm a bigger guy and it was great. More room than any other seats.
The renovation is great. And the view from the bridge puts a different perspective on the game. Have to get used to being above the play though. Some pucks loom to be in other places above first, but depth perception kicks in after a couple minutes.
This is right above section 227. The last rows in 227 are the worst seats ever. If you stand, cannot see near side net. Cannot see corner sitting down. No screen to look at and garden vision is not visible. Do not buy those seats, even for an Islander fan.
NYRFAN218
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This is my view from 225 row 15. This one was taken sitting down.
This one was taken standing up.
So basically I can see everything except when I stand where it gets cut off slightly which isn't a big deal at all. Like I said earlier, there was basically no one walking on the bridge during the game which was great. It's also a good thing they didn't put the LED board going across the bridge like the original renditions had because I could imagine that being extremely distracting. The boards they have now are great though they could probably use an extra one or two. After I got used to the new view, I didn't even notice the bridges after the first. All in all it's a lot better than I thought it would be though I could see why people in the last couple of rows wouldn't be happy.
This one was taken standing up.
So basically I can see everything except when I stand where it gets cut off slightly which isn't a big deal at all. Like I said earlier, there was basically no one walking on the bridge during the game which was great. It's also a good thing they didn't put the LED board going across the bridge like the original renditions had because I could imagine that being extremely distracting. The boards they have now are great though they could probably use an extra one or two. After I got used to the new view, I didn't even notice the bridges after the first. All in all it's a lot better than I thought it would be though I could see why people in the last couple of rows wouldn't be happy.
Thought this was pretty cool:
http://ny.eater.com/archives/2013/10/madison_sq_garden_is_getting_jeangeorges_tacos_and_more.php
For anyone not familiar with ABC Cocina and their tacos, I highly recommend you change that
http://ny.eater.com/archives/2013/10/madison_sq_garden_is_getting_jeangeorges_tacos_and_more.php
For anyone not familiar with ABC Cocina and their tacos, I highly recommend you change that
GordonGecko
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Do you know someone who sat there or is that your take from sitting there? Which row?
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