Bosstones Trek II
The Wrath of Carr!
For the past two years, and likely for many years to come, myself and some friends have made the long trek to see the Mighty Mighty Bosstones. This annual even started two years ago when we drove to Toronto for the weekend in order to catch their show. The tradition was continued in 1994 when we sent a Plaid Plaid Convoy of eight people to Minneapolis to catch their August show. This web page serves a record of our trip as recorded in the sacred log book...
Log Entry #1 - Chris - 6:27am CDT
Gopher Weather Conditions vie U. Mich
Weather conditions at 6:00am CDT on August 23, 1994 for Twin Cities, MN.TEMP HUMIDITY WIND PRESSURE ---- -------- ---- -------- 63F 83% SE@8MPH 29.90(in) PARTLY CLOUDY Today, Partly Sunny, breezy and humid. 40% chance of afternoon thudershowers. High in the lower 80's. South winds 15 to 25 MPH. Tonight, 30% chance of evening thunderstorms. Decreasing clouds. Fog possible for late. Low in the lower to mid 60's. Southwinds 10 to 15 becoming light west.
Log Entry #2 - Scott - 7:00am CDT
McDonald's Restaurant
Steve et al (including the Doctor) finally arrived. Nice of them to join us on this honorable excursion. Discussing the deep philosophy behind Benn Carr's dancing routines. Very strange. Hmmmmm, $100,000 for Charlie Ward, I think we ripped them off. Next step, the imfamous border!!
Log Entry #3 - Chris - 7:15am CDT
On the road
Leave on time!
Much to our surprise! Our organizational skills amaze us. Kudo's to James for his wake up calls.
Log Entry #4 - Chris - 7:17am CDT
Dogs eating roadkill! Good omen!
Log Entry #5 - Chris - 8:44am CDT
US Border
NEWS FLASH!
They didn't ask if we were bringing any crack with us across the border. When will the fools learn?
Log Entry #6 - Scott - 8:45am CDT
Passed through customs, asked many questions but failed to notice the 4 bales of dope tied to the roof.
Major question ---> The Doctor's citizenship???
Log Entry #7 - Chris - 11:11am CDT
Turn off onto the road to Minnesota. Also lost Steve.
Where'd ya go?
Pool to see when we will meet up with Steve again.
Chris - Meet them at the concert, only 3 of the 4 will arive.
Sink - 12:45pm.
Scott - Mall of America
Will - 2:30pm.
Musical Interlude
Hello??? Got in the car and started to go
Checked the mirror for a sign
Looks like Steve got left behind
Where'd ya go??
Where'd ya go???
I WANNA KNOW!!!!
Log Entry #8 - Scott - 11:40am CDT
Physics Question (Physics 300 Final Exam)
A car load of bosstones fans leave Sammonson Gas Station in Fargo, North Dakota at 11:00. A second car load of bosstones fans leave Fargo at the same time, but driven by Steve Appleyard. Assuming concert starts at 9:00 CDT, and Car #1 travels at 20 MPH less (Const. Vel) with how much time to spare will car #2 make it?
(attn: take into effect the Appleyard Quotient in appropriate appletons)
Make all necessary assumptions,incl:
fricitonless surface
Space time curvature surrounding Steve's head is .4 appletons.
imaginary numbers may be required.
SHOW ALL WORK (2 marks)
Log Entry #9 - Will - 12:02pm CDT
Started the Pepsi Challenge...
the horror....the horror...
Log Entry #10 - Chris - 1:15pm CDT
After 1 hour and FIVE!!! Pepsi-Colas, it all ended with an extended visit to a rest area.
And there was much rejoicing.
Bosstones Pictures
The back of Dicky Barret's head.
Us posing with Dicky!!
Us posing with Joe & Joe!!
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