Fan in San Diego Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 Ha! LoL We took a walk on Bird Island last weekend and I asked my 19 year old "hot shot" son if he could... The young Turk says: "Sure." I laugh and say: "We will have the car ready and waiting in Tonawanda!" :-) Funny! He should try it! It will build character. But Just to clarify the swim I took, From the Canadian side of the Peace Bridge at the pier , we dove in there, swam to the American side and touched the breakwall and swam back to the Canadian side at the railroad bridge and climbed out there. We were damn exhausted to swim that hard, in fact I almost drowned from fatigue. I suppose you could do the same swim in reverse starting from the American side. Maybe they could make a summer marathon in Buffalo, pay entry fees, get a number to make the strenuous swim. If you want to get crazy, incorporate a full Iron Man competition and this would be the swimming portion of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 Funny! He should try it! It will build character. But Just to clarify the swim I took, From the Canadian side of the Peace Bridge at the pier , we dove in there, swam to the American side and touched the breakwall and swam back to the Canadian side at the railroad bridge and climbed out there. We were damn exhausted to swim that hard, in fact I almost drowned from fatigue. I suppose you could do the same swim in reverse starting from the American side. Maybe they could make a summer marathon in Buffalo, pay entry fees, get a number to make the strenuous swim. If you want to get crazy, incorporate a full Iron Man competition and this would be the swimming portion of it. I used to waterski on the Canadian side... Bit smoother up to head of river, mouth of Lake to Fort. Still swift and dangerous upper rapids by International Bridge... But more stable. BUT... THAT WAS A NUTS SWIM! My first lock operator job was working @ Black Rock Lock. Many dangerous parts of the upper river. Ex-brother inlaw's brother drowned there by Isle View. Strong swimmer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan in San Diego Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 I used to waterski on the Canadian side... Bit smoother up to head of river, mouth of Lake to Fort. Still swift and dangerous upper rapids by International Bridge... But more stable. BUT... THAT WAS A NUTS SWIM! My first lock operator job was working @ Black Rock Lock. Many dangerous parts of the upper river. Ex-brother inlaw's brother drowned there by Isle View. Strong swimmer. Sorry to hear your brother drowned in the river. A good friend of mine drowned in the river being stupid in the winter time. Swimming in the Niagara river from the old fort as far down to black creek in some extreme adventures was a daily occurrence in the summer times. We floated on tubes, or just treaded water and wore masks looking at the bottom as we floated by. Back then I knew where every under water rock, eddy, whirlpool and current would take you. We climbed every inch of the railroad and peace bridge and jumped from most spots on those bridges. It was my home away from home during the summer. I hope local kids still are allowed to do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricojes Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 Mangia in OP has a pretty sweet rooftop setup. http://mangiaristorante.com/ Buffalo Proper has outdoor terrace dining. And The Steer has a nice rooftop as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 What's with sitting on a roof? Is this a trend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roundybout Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 Deep South Taco has a roof patio at their Ellicott Street Location if you're feeling Mexican. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 What's with sitting on a roof? Is this a trend? Nice scenery depending on where you are. Fresh air. Scantily clad women flaunting their sweater puppets. It's not an awful thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted June 27, 2017 Author Share Posted June 27, 2017 What's with sitting on a roof? Is this a trend?its fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 Nice scenery depending on where you are. Fresh air. Scantily clad women flaunting their sweater puppets. It's not an awful thing. I gots to get in with this! I like to eat al fresco. I had to Google this. I guess it is big here in Chicago too! http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/ct-best-new-rooftop-patio-bars-2016-story.html https://chicago.eater.com/maps/best-new-rooftop-terrace-bar-restaurant-chicago-map/raised Well I'll be... I must have been under a rock. :-) The Trumpster even getting in on the trend: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 I knew I moved back to SoCal for a reason https://la.eater.com/2017/6/26/15874362/intercontinental-hotel-rooftop-bar-spire-73-photos-inside Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted June 28, 2017 Author Share Posted June 28, 2017 I knew I moved back to SoCal for a reason https://la.eater.com/2017/6/26/15874362/intercontinental-hotel-rooftop-bar-spire-73-photos-inside damn!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 I knew I moved back to SoCal for a reason https://la.eater.com/2017/6/26/15874362/intercontinental-hotel-rooftop-bar-spire-73-photos-inside Well, that just looks awesome! We had dinner in Buckhead last night then went upstairs for drinks at a place with a great view of midtown/downtown Atlanta and the lights. Unfortunately for them, a new high rise is going up across the street that will totally block that view when they get up another few floors. I'll need to visit again soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 damn!! I didn't look at the pictures last night because I was on my phone. I just looked at it on my computer. I have no desire to go to LA (just moved back to Orange County), I don't drink but I agree. Damn!! I need to go check that place out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkyMannn Posted June 28, 2017 Share Posted June 28, 2017 No eating, but for drinks, clubbing and lots of pretty women..................Skybar for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted June 28, 2017 Author Share Posted June 28, 2017 No eating, but for drinks, clubbing and lots of pretty women..................Skybar for sureok - never been there.., I heard Soho also has a rooftop? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricojes Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 ok - never been there.., I heard Soho also has a rooftop? Yes, Soho does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 I heard that Hotel Henry is awesome. I actually tried to get a reservation there but it was booked. That's where I am staying for the opener...hope its nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted June 29, 2017 Author Share Posted June 29, 2017 That's where I am staying for the opener...hope its nice!it looks awesome and Bonus, you will probably need the psych ward after the game! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 What's with sitting on a roof? Is this a trend? Try it, see if the neighbors start talking about you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkyMannn Posted June 29, 2017 Share Posted June 29, 2017 ok - never been there.., I heard Soho also has a rooftop? Yeah well Soho is a one story building, as is Tappo, so the roof top is lame At least this place is 3-4 stories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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