Y'all fill me in on Little Rock

You went and done it now.

Most of us, well, we don't go to games in LR.

When you go, you'll understand why.

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Most of us, well, we don't go to games in LR.

When you go, you'll understand why.

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I mean from what I understand it's pretty ghetto, I already have that impression about it. I was just wondering some of the answers to the specific questions in the OP. I'm not expecting it to be awesome, but it's a new venue so I have to go.

The stadium is a dump. As everyone that's ever posted on the sec rant knows due to the shitty threads known as the GSD.

Yes, you can fly directly there.

Stuff to do depends on what you are interested in. I'm old and not a partier. Usually when I'm in central LR I like to kill spare time climbing the East Summit of Pinnacle and make the quick drive to Petit Jean to get in some easy hiking that's refreshing.

As far as bars goes, just stick to the River Market if you are wanting the bar scene. I was there in the summer and someone on here recommended the Argenta area that's across the river in NLR. I actually liked that better b/c there was a place that wasn't crowded with a really nice beer selection. But I'm old and boring and have no problems saying I can go to Little Rock and enjoy myself unlike a lot of the others around here. I care more about getting in my quick climb up the east summit a few times for entertainment

If you're the type of person that can enjoy yourself anywhere you go, then you'll be just fine. I lived in Little Rock for awhile. The only complaints you'll hear from me are about the piss poor retail and restaurant selections. That goes for the whole state, though.

1. Will there be a different type of fanbase there?

Yes, more redneck than Fayetteville. NTTAWWT, just how it is.

2. What's the stadium like?

Quaint.

3. Stuff to do around?

There's a pretty good zoo right next to the stadium.

4. Should we stay in Little Rock?

Yes, just get a hotel in West Little Rock. It's not a long drive from there to Midtown.

5. Is it worth flying?

You won't get to experience the beauty of the Natural State if you fly.

6. Atmosphere compared to Fayetteville?

See question 1.

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Yes, more redneck than Fayetteville

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I guess I was mistaken, I thought LR was ghetto? I don't mind redneck fanbases, I like em actually. But that's basically the opposite of the impression I had of the place.

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You won't get to experience the beauty of the Natural State if you fly

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I've driven through the state before, once is enough. I'd much rather save time than enjoy scenery.

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I guess I was mistaken, I thought LR was ghetto? I don't mind redneck fanbases, I like em actually. But that's basically the opposite of the impression I had of the place.

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The area around WMS is pretty ghetto but the fanbase that goes to the games is very redneck

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I guess I was mistaken, I thought LR was ghetto? I don't mind redneck fanbases, I like em actually. But that's basically the opposite of the impression I had of the place.

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There are areas around Little Rock that are ghetto, white trash, poor, etc.. etc.. just like any city. There are undesireables wherever you go. I've ran into PLENTY of people I wouldn't dare shake the hand of w/o wearing gloves that can be thrown away in rural NWA.

If you're not some pretentious a-hole that thinks like you're a Highland Parker, you'll be just fine and assuming you guys thrash our asses, you will have a good time.

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Where are you coming from?

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Atlanta. I would really, really rather not drive that again. 8 hours is about the farthest I'm willing to drive, and that's only when we go to New Orleans for the Sugar Bowl, which obviously isn't like an every year thing. Jacksonville every year for the WLOCP is 5.5 hours so that's manageable. I really don't have interest in driving the 10 hours or whatever to little rock.

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