Whos going to Atlanta?????

[hvacman14]

I have yet to see an official thread for this years comfortech so i thought i would take the liberty of starting one. I will be in Atlanta on for the event, and would like to meet up with some of the guys here on Wednesday night.
I will be competing in the NATE Top Tech Competition on Thursday and want to absorb some more knowledge from you guys before hand. Some of the greatest hvac minds visit this site daily. Im not aware if any of the other competitors are members here, so if not i am proud to represent hvac-talk.com in the competition

Gary

[Gunslinger]

I'll be there Wednesday afternoon.

[beachtech]

i am going!!! YAY YAY YAY :)

i got a pretty good deal on it too :D

[Gunslinger]

Bet you can't beat my deal. Employer is sending me all expenses paid except women and booze. BUt I don't drink!!

[BaldLoonie]

The Loonie will be there along with some of the other Mods. We'll be hanging out (aka working) in the H-T booth which is usually easy to find. Good place for members to meet up.

[davidr]

I'll be there.

[BobbyBJr]

I had planned to be there, but found out today that I have to leave for Colorado on the 10th to pick up my daughter and grandkids and drive them back to SC while the son-in-law is being deployed back to Iraq. My boss and a couple of co-workers are still going down.

[hvacman14]

im looking forward to it as well, will the hvactalk booth be with pentons booth or some where else i ve check the exhibitor list and didnt find its location

[beachtech]

Bet you can't beat my deal. Employer is sending me all expenses paid except women and booze. BUt I don't drink!!

lol yeah i got the same deal :) from HVAC-Talk.com ;)

thanks to the HVAC Talk guys i am ready to go and learn my butt off!!!

[ga-hvac-tech]

I will be there for the convention trade show Thursday and/or Friday.

Since I live in Atlanta, all the $$$ I can get out of the company is gas and goodies... :cool:

[Dad]

The HTalk booth is always located before you go into the convention show case area.. you can't miss us.

Mike says we are trying to get more give-a-way stuff.. SWAG if you must... it will all have the Htalk logo on it. Shirts and maybe more lapel pins.. not really sure.

Maybe this year maybe we can hold down the number of people just dropping by to use our computers for checking their email.

[Admin]

I think that I might even be there....:eek:

[jrbenny]

I'm navigating for davidr.

[davidr]

I'm navigating for davidr.

If it hadn't been for you last year I would still be trying to get out of St. Louis. :D

[jrbenny]

If it hadn't been for you last year I would still be trying to get out of St. Louis. :D
We'll have some good stories to share about engineer screwing building owners.

;)

[ladyfire3374]

I'll be there, just not sure exactly when.

[Andy Schoen]

I will be competing in the NATE Top Tech Competition on Thursday

I won't be judging this year as I'll be unable to make the event. But I'll be ready when it gets back to St Louis. :eek:

[hvacman14]

who are the judges this year, i havnt heard yet

[Ed Janowiak]

who are the judges this year, i havnt heard yet

The same guys as last year........... well minus Andy :(.

[k-fridge]

I'll be there!

[crackertech]

I trying to work it in don't know yet.

[aruddick]

Went to my first last year. really enjoyed it and was worth the trip. Unfortunatley daughter having surgery on the 9th. Gonna miss it this year:(:(
planning on next year:D

[RoBoTeq]

Looks like I'll be arriving Wednesday the 10th about 4:30pm. Anyone needing a ride from the airport let me know.

[davidr]

Looks like I'll be arriving Wednesday the 10th about 4:30pm. Anyone needing a ride from the airport let me know.


We need to do lunch again this year.
Just remind me to avoid the turkey melts this time. :D

[key]

I wish this is something I could attend.....the line-up looks awesome.

[RoBoTeq]

We need to do lunch again this year.
Just remind me to avoid the turkey melts this time. :D
I'll be looking forward to it. I don't remember anything bad about the food. Then again, I don't remember anything bad about most food, which explains the shape I'm in:rolleyes:

[sarge]

Looks like I'll be arriving Wednesday the 10th about 4:30pm. Anyone needing a ride from the airport let me know.

If you want to pick me up at the San Antonio airport that would be perfect.:)

[RoBoTeq]

If you want to pick me up at the San Antonio airport that would be perfect.:)
Hey, as long as it's on the way from the Atlanta airport and Comfortech; no problem:rolleyes:

Why not just drive your beefed up mini to the Atlanta airport and I'll tow you the rest of the way?:p

[Gunslinger]

It would be nice to be able to meet and put real faces to these posts.

[glennac]

I'll be there Friday for sure and probally Thursday after 5:00. :)

[m-cooling]

I'm going to come for 1 or 2 days.
Planning now actually.5am Monday and I'm nearly ready to start the week.
Gonna be some long days if I even have a prayer to get anytime off later in the week:eek:

[the editor]

I'll be there too ... check that, I'm already here!!!! It's Monday and the "ground crew" has landed. Hope to see and meet as many of you as possible this week. Thanks for coming!!!!

[Dad]

stay away from the Buckhead night life... if you go, wear a flack jacket in case of a drive by.

[jrbenny]

I'm hoping for a tour of the Chalet.

[Dad]

I'm about 40 miles north of where we will be staying.. that equates to an hour to three depending on the traffic load one way. Since they will be paving both north and south bound lanes of the connector during the evenings and weekends this week i would think it would take about 45 minutes just to get from the hotel to the outer limits of downtown.... :D

Yes, I do know a few short cuts.. and no, I will not share them with "The Editor" LOL


Oh yeah, JR.. it costs 30 bucks a day to park plus tip for the valet guy. Bring lots and lots of cash and empty your glove compartment.:D:eek::D

[BaldLoonie]

So how's the train from the airport? My flight got shoved back to a 5PM arrival, perfect - right at rush hour!

[Dad]

Here's the map and schedule.. http://www.itsmarta.com/getthere/schedules/index-rail.htm

Train isn't bad, a little hard with more than 1 suitcase to bring though. You will need to catch it at the airport, change at Five Points and go west one more stop. Seven stops from the airport and one stop west.. hummm 40 minutes of riding time.



If you take a cab you will be shelling out about 60 to 80 bucks unless they have a hotel bus to take... Call the Omni and ask when their bus comes.. 800-524-0500

[sa-10]

There are still plenty of places to fall of the wagon in Atlanta, just not Buckhead, unless you like the fancy overpriced drinks at the fancy overpriced restaurants that retail the undersized portions. The Virginia Highland area has everyone from the wealthy to the weird, and strips of bars go to a little bar hopping. A few nice Pubs filled with good old fashion happy drunks and are relatively safe.

Sure ATL has a few bad spots, just as MSY and every other major city within our borders, however if you avoid the South West Section of ATL and limit activity and exposure on the South East section you should have no issues.

I have work it all, however I have many area's in those aforementioned that I had to strap on a .40 in a paddle holster for ease of viewing.

To re-iterate, do not cruise or explore the southern section of town, especially the southwestern section. Don't get me wrong, their are PLENTY of good folk in both sections [They are trapped and receive no help from local governments and authorities and put their faith in poorly chosen self righteous civic leaders who only fill their own pockets then disappear], however due to the local, city, and county governments unwillingness to deal with these areas [political favors, drug pipeline, etc.] they have been allowed to sink into near cannibalism

Stay north of I-20 whenever you explore and always keep your guard up, be awake and aware, and make eye contact with as many as possible. Those who walk around with their head's down and staring at their feet only stand out as "Wannabe Victims".

There are some great historical sites near to the city and north of the city that are safe and fun.

If your looking to save a few bucks, explore the Northwest side of town, just ½ or 45 minutes northwest of ATL are Marietta [Large Spread Out Small City with a center of the old downtown area that looks like the pictures of that area directly after the civil war, yes its been there that long]. Killer eating for much cheaper in Marietta, the next town north is Kennesaw, [The Great Train Chase started right there and they still have the General Steam Engine enclosed in an awesome museum that the Smithsonian help build. Also Kennesaw Mountain was a site for a Civil War Battle]. A few miles past that is Acworth, which is a mini land of lakes. Lake Acworth is a nice area to chill and picnic [Hominid history runs farther back then 6000 years in this area friends and I discovered a site dated back 4000 years, currently its under 20 feet of water]. Just north of there about 6 miles is Red Top Mountain State Park and another 6 miles is Cartersville [They have Etowah mounds their that Desoto Encountered as friendly people then later decided to kill when going back downstream.]

If you’re a civil war buff you may want to hit Pickets Mill, one of the few sites where the Confederates laid waste the Northern Aggressors [Hey when you live here long enough it becomes the War of Northern Aggression where the Dark and Light skin people fought side by side wearing the same uniform and receiving the same pay. Funny how you never read about those historical facts or how the Dark Skin solders of the North recieved no pay, no uniforms, and no guns and ammo until they where marched as one unit to their death. Nearly all the hand build earthworks are still in the area.

And don’t forget Roswell, no Aliens, however little nice parks, restaurants and much history just directly north of the big ATL.

If anyone wants any pointers, suggestions, or quick local research just drop me a message.

There is no reason to stay in Atlanta, their is far more fun just outside the madness of the city. Your only 2 hours drive from Chattanooga.

By the way, Georgia has some of the nicest State Parks and they are usually very clean and well kept, if you go, pay the 3 buck parking fee]



stay away from the Buckhead night life... if you go, wear a flack jacket in case of a drive by.

[Dad]

...and he joined a few days ago just to back me up with his first post... ohhhh the buckhead restaurant group will take your money that's for sure but if you know where they are you can still find a night life down there...

he's right about the south side.. I-20 and north unless you want to increase your odds of having trouble...

a little far with the time constraints to hit C'town... North burbs like Roswell, Alpharetta, Kennesaw, Woodstock, Canton is where I tool around...

been there with the .40 cal... used to work nights round lee st during remodels... yikes.

All in all Atlanta is a great city but like any others you just need to know where to go and where to turn around.

[BaldLoonie]

Doesn't look like the Omni offers a shuttle but the Atlanta Link shuttle is under $30 round trip, that looks like a good idea.

[RoBoTeq]

I will have a vehicle. If you need transportation and are doing something neat, give me a call. I take gas cards and tequila currency;) 610-342-6122 or 443-955-2999

[beachtech]

i am already in atl and will be driving in wednesday to the omni. if looney needs a ride from the wirport i have one seat available in my truck :)

also enough room in the bed for luggage :)

[BaldLoonie]

I arrive around 5 assuming Airtran is on schedule! Will buy tequila or whatever beachtech types drink :D

[RoBoTeq]

I arrive around 5 assuming Airtran is on schedule! Will buy tequila or whatever beachtech types drink :D
I'm on AirTran as well. Supposed to arrive at 4:35.

[teddy bear]

Sorry to say, Teddy Bear is going to miss Comfort Tech this year. But, stop by Ultra-Aire/Therma-Stor and mention my name-get a slick %RH meter on me. It's ok to tell my buds that you do not need any darn dehu to keep a home dry. Maybe next year. Regards TB

[Dad]

we'll miss ya TB

[beachtech]

my truck only has one seat, maybe robo and loonie should split a cab :) or one in the bed and one in the cab :D lol that would be funny

beachy drinks beer, but plans to stay mostly intact during comfortech to learn much as he can ;) till saturday night that is :D

[RoBoTeq]

my truck only has one seat, maybe robo and loonie should split a cab :) or one in the bed and one in the cab :D lol that would be funny

beachy drinks beer, but plans to stay mostly intact during comfortech to learn much as he can ;) till saturday night that is :D
I'll have a rental SUV. So, come one, come all. No one sits on my lap:cool:

[BaldLoonie]

If Robo has some spare room, I'd love to ride & chat with you. There's tequila in it for you!

Yea, sorry we won't be seeing you Teddy Bear!

[RoBoTeq]

If Robo has some spare room, I'd love to ride & chat with you. There's tequila in it for you!

Yea, sorry we won't be seeing you Teddy Bear!
I'll hang around the airport area for a bit after picking up the vehicle. By the time I shuttle to the car rental and pick up the car, you will probably be ready to be picked up. My numbers again are 610-342-6122, 168*13898*48 or 443-955-2999

[BaldLoonie]

That's great, Robin.

Got your numbers, will try the Nextel 1st.

I'm 317-714-7557 or 111*22790*2

[beachtech]

beachy cannot wait to meet everyone :)

beachy will prolly be the only one wearing flip flops :D:D:D

[Admin]

Well,

I'm here!!!!

[HeyBob]

Well,

I'm here!!!!
See ya tomorrow!

[jrbenny]

I'm leaving in the morning. 0700 departure from the jrbenny compound. 1400 arrival in the big city. Seven hours of great conversation with davidr.

You guys be safe.

[BaldLoonie]

Sooooooooo Bob my man,

you spending 12 hours in the buggy or 2 white-knuckle hours on an areoplane??? :D

[Senior Tech]

We need photos posted...soon :)

[ARPA]

I'm here too, and ya know that jr is the photog guru!!

[HeyBob]

Sooooooooo Bob my man,

you spending 12 hours in the buggy or 2 white-knuckle hours on an areoplane??? :D
Flying............I will need Vodka at once when I hit the ground, you buying?

[BaldLoonie]

What time ya get in?

[HeyBob]

What time ya get in?
Flight lands at 12:15...ya wanna share a cab?

[HeyBob]

Flight lands at 12:15...ya wanna share a cab?
Flying Delta

[davidr]

I'm leaving in the morning. 0700 departure from the jrbenny compound. 1400 arrival in the big city. Seven hours of great conversation with davidr.

You guys be safe.

Seven hours............pffft

Try five. :D

[jrbenny]

Seven hours............pffft

Try five. :D
I'll borrow some xanax. :)

[HeyBob]

I'll borrow some xanax. :)
Jr.......obviously you now have someone besides my driving to complain about! LOLOL :D

[jrbenny]

Jr.......obviously you now have someone besides my driving to complain about! LOLOL :D
I doubt davidr will be drag racing the cab drivers to the next red light. :D

[BaldLoonie]

Flight lands at 12:15...ya wanna share a cab?

I get in 4:3something, same time as Robo and he has offered a ride as long as I don't sit in his lap.

[beachtech]

Well,

I'm here!!!!

i am in jefferson :) i will drive down wednesday and will be there around 10-11am :)

[HeyBob]

I doubt davidr will be drag racing the cab drivers to the next red light. :D
LOL.................no guts! :D

[davidr]

LOL.................no guts! :D


I don't drag race them Bob I just force them over onto the sidewalk.
It's okay though it will be on Benny's side. :D

[snugglepuppy666]

im OTW via airtran.. in @ 4

BTW hello all

[m-cooling]

Do you need a pass to get in or what?Is it too late to get in?

[m-cooling]

Hello........ Hello anybody out there in internet space.:D

[jrbenny]

Come on down.

Yes, you'll need a pass, but you can register on site.

And, yes, I have arrived.

[m-cooling]

Thanks JR now you gotta help me think of a great reason to tell the wife I'm leaving.:D
She would want to go but won't let my son miss school:mad:

She said what if Me an Melanie said were going somewhere for a few days.
First response from me is "does it have to do with work and are you going to make money doing it".LOL

[The Boss Lady]

I'm HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEERE ;)

You guys going to the welcome thing tonight?

[hvacman14]

headed to the welcome thing now

[Senior Tech]

I'm sorta sad I'm not there...some pics might cheer me up though :)

[BaldLoonie]

Sorry you aren't with us. Next year in Nashville for sure!

Almost got one of Hey Bob with a lampshade on his head at the welcome party but it fell off as he passed out and I missed it :D

Couple of night downtown Atlanta shots, people pix tomorrow.

[m-cooling]

Sorry you aren't with us. Next year in Nashville for sure!

Almost got one of Hey Bob with a lampshade on his head at the welcome party but it fell off as he passed out and I missed it :D

Couple of night downtown Atlanta shots, people pix tomorrow.

Oh I'm coming there tommorow early. I should hit the sack now.

You mean the show is coming to Nash.?

SW Spring street super 8 is that a bad area near the CNN center?
Anyone need to split a room . A little late now I know..

[beachtech]

see you in atlanta m-cool :)

it is the best :)

[BaldLoonie]

They say next year is Nashville again.

I saw a big downtown Super 8 as we drove in, should be fine, short walk to the convention center.

What are you doing up at Midnight, Beach? You should be sleeping to be ready for a big day today!

[beachtech]

lol stumbled in the door ;)

some influences, i tell ya lol

[RoBoTeq]

see you in atlanta m-cool :)

it is the best :)
It's been good to meet both of you this year. It's guys like you two that will be taking this trade into the future with dignity.

[m-cooling]

It's been good to meet both of you this year. It's guys like you two that will be taking this trade into the future with dignity.

Well Thanks man. I'll help next year if you want just ask.
I enjoyed meeting all of you and the speaker I heard . All of it.
4 hours drive ,small sacrifice for the grand scheem of things.

[hvacman14]

well guys this years was a good one, kudos to all of the staff at penton for a great show, enjoyed getting to meet some of the guys here at the talk booth, nate competition was unlike any thing i have ever done before, and have been blessed by being named the top tech for 2008

Thanks to every one here couldnt have done it without you guys

See yall next year in Nashville

[Marge In Charge]

well guys this years was a good one, kudos to all of the staff at penton for a great show, enjoyed getting to meet some of the guys here at the talk booth, nate competition was unlike any thing i have ever done before, and have been blessed by being named the top tech for 2008

Thanks to every one here couldnt have done it without you guys

See yall next year in Nashville

Glad to hear you enjoyed the show. As one of the staff of Penton that puts this show together (about 9 months in the making) it is always nice to hear positive feedback.

Save the date for Nashville. This will be my 3rd time back there and honestly I went to the first one as a temp helper and it pulled me right in. Now I have one of the management positions of this show, and wouldn't trade it for the world. You won't be disappointed.