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re: Experience in Gainesville?

Posted by IMLSU on 10/13/08 at 10:14 am to
We had no problems with the fans and agree the tailgating is mediocre, at best. But the stadium is electric and every bit as loud as Tiger Stadium. I can't imagine how loud it would have been if this was a close game.

I'd go back.

re: Just Got Back From Gainesville

Posted by IMLSU on 10/12/08 at 8:54 pm to
This was my first trip and pretty much agree with the other comments. We hung out near the libraries on University Ave and I swear there were as many LSU fans as Florida fans. We seemed to be more excited and definately louder. Tailgaiting was decent but nothing compared to game day at LSU. Then you go into the stadium. It's like night and day. Our seats were three rows behind the Tiger sideline. When you're in the Swamp, you know you're in the Swamp. It was extremely loud and most of the game couldn't hear either band. The seats are literally 10 feet from the field. You're right on top of the action.
I get into the pagentry of college football. Nothing like it, imo. Florida has some pretty cool things they do during the game. Most impressive was at the beginning of the fourth quarter every fan grabbed their neighbor and swung side to side while singing the alma mater. It was impressive because they all did it at the same time.
I would definately do this again. With the exception of the score, we had a real good time.