FB: Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

[kubiack78]

I don't hunt.  But I was a Marksman with both a rifle and a .45 in the Navy.

When I shoot, I aim for center mass.

And don't stop until the target is neutralized 😀😀😀😀

[BDB]

  They remind me of bikers these days, the vast majority of Harley owners are not in a biker gang but aspire to look like a true biker gang member.   

This may be one of the stranger comments I have ever read on here. You wear leather for protection. If you choose not to wear a helmet, and you have some hair, a lot of people use a do rag to keep the bugs out of their hair. Boots for protection, sunglasses for protection from the sun and to reduce glare.

To say most people that ride are playing Halloween as LA gang members is simply ridiculous.

[OldAuggie]

  They remind me of bikers these days, the vast majority of Harley owners are not in a biker gang but aspire to look like a true biker gang member.   

This may be one of the stranger comments I have ever read on here. You wear leather for protection. If you choose not to wear a helmet, and you have some hair, a lot of people use a do rag to keep the bugs out of their hair. Boots for protection, sunglasses for protection from the sun and to reduce glare.

To say most people that ride are playing Halloween as LA gang members is simply ridiculous.

I knew that would ruffle someone's feathers! Fair comments for sure BDB. 

[Boys of Fall]

While I was sitting with the wife at Sweeney's Saloon back patio on Saturday night and enjoying the fire I got to thinking about the watering holes around the MIAC.  I know where the Johnnies hang out in St. Joe (Sal's, La and the Midway).  If I'm correct the Tommies typically congregate at either Tiff's or Plum's, which is why I avoid them.  That and the rat my wife and daughter saw at Plum's.  I've lived in St. Paul for nearly 20 years and have always kind wondered where the Scots, Pipers and Auggies hang out.  Maybe the kids at Macalester have a favorite coffee shop, tea or hookah room?  The list below is only made up of schools that have a football program.  Macalester was included because maybe some day they grow a set and come back to the MIAC for football.  Please help by adding any that you might know.


St. John's:  Sal's, La and Midway
$t. Thoma$: Tiff's and Plum's
Macalester:
Hamline:
Augsburg:
Concordia:
Gustavus:  Patrick's
St. Olaf:
Carleton:
Bethel

When ESPN was up in Collegeville for the SJU/UST tilt last year there were obviously a lot of home made signs by both sets of students espousing the virtues of their school or the shortcomings of the other school.  One sign did catch my eye, it simply said, Sal's > Tiff's.  Made me chuckle.

[57Johnnie]

In my day, the El Paso was the 'only' place in St. Joe. I heard it became the place not to go to but then there was no choice. Friday night was the only night out and the place was always packed.
You must remember that cars and adult beverages were not 'officially' allowed on campus. 

There was no interstate!

[DuffMan]

In my day, the El Paso was the 'only' place in St. Joe. I heard it became the place not to go to but then there was no choice. Friday night was the only night out and the place was always packed.
You must remember that cars and adult beverages were not 'officially' allowed on campus. 

Sadly, they tore the El Paso down a few years ago.  I'd forgotten that till we drove through St. Joe a few weeks ago.  It was never the most popular choice when I was in college, but we went occasionally.  It was fun to tie one on and bowl there.

[DuffMan]

You must remember that cars and adult beverages were not 'officially' allowed on campus. 

Being that you were in college during prohibition, adult beverages weren't allowed anywhere, correct?  Although, Stearns county was a haven for moonshine.

[57Johnnie]

You must remember that cars and adult beverages were not 'officially' allowed on campus. 

Being that you were in college during prohibition, adult beverages weren't allowed anywhere, correct?  Although, Stearns county was a haven for moonshine.

+k
The monks always had a daily ration
I was a chem major and we always had an annual spring party for upperclassmen at which the 2 monks who were chem profs managed to come up with some of the provisions.

[57Johnnie]

I heard that Cold Spring brewed 'Billy Beer' 

[hazzben]

While I was sitting with the wife at Sweeney's Saloon back patio on Saturday night and enjoying the fire I got to thinking about the watering holes around the MIAC.  I know where the Johnnies hang out in St. Joe (Sal's, La and the Midway).  If I'm correct the Tommies typically congregate at either Tiff's or Plum's, which is why I avoid them.  That and the rat my wife and daughter saw at Plum's.  I've lived in St. Paul for nearly 20 years and have always kind wondered where the Scots, Pipers and Auggies hang out.  Maybe the kids at Macalester have a favorite coffee shop, tea or hookah room?  The list below is only made up of schools that have a football program.  Macalester was included because maybe some day they grow a set and come back to the MIAC for football.  Please help by adding any that you might know.


St. John's:  Sal's, La and Midway
$t. Thoma$: Tiff's and Plum's
Macalester:
Hamline:
Augsburg:
Concordia:
Gustavus:  Patrick's
St. Olaf:
Carleton:
Bethel: Caribou Coffee 

In all seriousness, one of the cool things about KC is the prohibition history down here. I've gotten to a couple of the historic speakeasys ... really cool stuff. Especially the little brass sign above the urinal in one that read "Al Capone Pissed here"

[repete]

Sounds like a great place to hang out ....

[bleedpurple]

I was wondering if I could get a clarification/opinions for MIAC fans. I was left a little confused (admittedly, that's not exactly a foreign condition for me) by this week's D3football.com podcast. I believe Keith mentioned that Jordan Roberts is likely out for the year. My impression has always been that he's a pretty big deal. A D-I transfer, right? And his numbers from last year seem like a pretty big deal. Yet, Keith said something to the effect that "But they haven't missed a beat".  So i guess my question is, how big of a deal is Jordan Roberts? Will his loss matter to the Tommies in the long run or will they just plug in guys and not miss a beat come playoff time?

[wm4]

I was wondering if I could get a clarification/opinions for MIAC fans. I was left a little confused (admittedly, that's not exactly a foreign condition for me) by this week's D3football.com podcast. I believe Keith mentioned that Jordan Roberts is likely out for the year. My impression has always been that he's a pretty big deal. A D-I transfer, right? And his numbers from last year seem like a pretty big deal. Yet, Keith said something to the effect that "But they haven't missed a beat".  So i guess my question is, how big of a deal is Jordan Roberts? Will his loss matter to the Tommies in the long run or will they just plug in guys and not miss a beat come playoff time?

UST is extremely deep at running back.  Trettle backed up Roberts to start the year, but now he's starting.  Parks was 3rd string (also a D-1 transfer), but now he's 2nd.  Really, they're both getting tons of reps and the offense is showing signs of gelling.  They're both different backs than Roberts, who is a fairly big, bruising runner.  Trettle and Parks are not at all afraid to get the tough yards up the middle, but their skills are more in their speed and shiftiness. 

In short, Roberts was a really big deal last year, but there's not much fall off at all with the combo of Trettle and Parks. 

[Boys of Fall]

I was wondering if I could get a clarification/opinions for MIAC fans. I was left a little confused (admittedly, that's not exactly a foreign condition for me) by this week's D3football.com podcast. I believe Keith mentioned that Jordan Roberts is likely out for the year. My impression has always been that he's a pretty big deal. A D-I transfer, right? And his numbers from last year seem like a pretty big deal. Yet, Keith said something to the effect that "But they haven't missed a beat".  So i guess my question is, how big of a deal is Jordan Roberts? Will his loss matter to the Tommies in the long run or will they just plug in guys and not miss a beat come playoff time?

UST is extremely deep at running back.  Trettle backed up Roberts to start the year, but now he's starting.  Parks was 3rd string (also a D-1 transfer), but now he's 2nd.  Really, they're both getting tons of reps and the offense is showing signs of gelling.  They're both different backs than Roberts, who is a fairly big, bruising runner.  Trettle and Parks are not at all afraid to get the tough yards up the middle, but their skills are more in their speed and shiftiness. 

In short, Roberts was a really big deal last year, but there's not much fall off at all with the combo of Trettle and Parks.

Like Denzel Washington says in Remember the Titans, "You can't replace a Gary Bertier", and Roberts will be missed, but I think Parks' speed might give them a breakaway threat and add another dimension to their offense.

[Mr.MIAC]

  They remind me of bikers these days, the vast majority of Harley owners are not in a biker gang but aspire to look like a true biker gang member.   

This may be one of the stranger comments I have ever read on here. You wear leather for protection. If you choose not to wear a helmet, and you have some hair, a lot of people use a do rag to keep the bugs out of their hair. Boots for protection, sunglasses for protection from the sun and to reduce glare.

To say most people that ride are playing Halloween as LA gang members is simply ridiculous.

I knew that would ruffle someone's feathers! Fair comments for sure BDB.

I agree with BDB in that OA made some sweeping generalizations. Of course bikers wear leathers, do-rags, boots, and sunglasses for protection and cleanliness. That being said, I think there's a kernel of truth in OA's comment. The aforementioned accoutrements come in a wide variety of colors and styles. Those who ride sport bikes seem to embrace diversity, since you see them decked out in all colors of the rainbow, without a uniform style.

Harley riders tend to be far more uniform in the style they adopt. I just googled "bikers harley davidson" and the vast majority of riders are wearing leathers, boots, do-rags, and sunglasses in black. Many riders or their bikes are adorned with a variety of patches and other insignia, which is a practice rooted in the military. These insignia often include the Iron Cross, flames, skulls, crossbones, birds of prey, the ace of spades, the eight ball, various types of weaponry, the grim reaper, etc. Many of these insignia are accompanied by brief non-conformist statements (e.g. Don't Tread on Me).

So Harley riders tend to have a style that includes lots of black, the elements listed above, and non-conformist statements. It's safe to assume they opt for certain accoutrements for protection and cleanliness, but also to project this style. What is this style meant to convey? I'm not sure, but it's definitely not sunshine and rainbows. Are Harley riders trying to emulate biker gangs? In the big scheme of things, neither Harley Davidson nor biker gangs have a long history so it's hard to determine who's currently driving the style.

My guess is that biker gangs have become somewhat romanticized, sort of like pirates, gunslingers, and mafiosi who were once viewed with contempt and now appear as movie heroes. They've come to represent a way of life, including certain attitudes and principles, that some people find attractive. Harley Davidson has realized that these people buy motorcycles so the company's marketing perpetuates this style. There's my two cents...

https://www.google.com/search?q=bikers&client=safari&rls=en&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj0vf23kcTPAhXIpR4KHQ8xDrYQ_AUICSgC&biw=1163&bih=608#tbm=isch&q=bikers+harley+davidson&imgrc=_

PS: OA, thanks for recognizing my service. It's not necessary, but it's appreciated. As for my profession, I'm currently working as a Starbucks barista with hopes of making it big in comedy. I use this board to test new material...