I was born with two legs and I enjoy using them. Besides, car rental is pretty expensive these days.
If you're planning to make more of a vacation out of it and go sightseeing before/after BAF, going by car is basically the option. Though, I would consider renting in Petaluma and taking the shuttle. I bet it's much less expensive to rent a car outside of the airport than it is inside.
But, hey... Each to their own.
Tom
I would add that driving through traffic in SF isn't exactly enjoyable.
You guys have not driven on the 405 during rush hour... it's all relative. I love to drive and I find SF to be just a regular city. I mean, it's not like you got to deal with the people from New Jersey who act lost on the streets of Manhattan....
BTW, is there a shuttle in Petaluma? Oh man! That's so mass transit like. I had no clue. I just prefer having my own wheels, that's all.
When in California
Do as in California
Get a car and stick to the number 2 lane at no less than 80 mph.
Leave the number 1 lane to the locals.
Remember, the White Zone is for loading and unloading only!
😉
Anyhow, I'll let you guys do your own planning, I gave you my two bits about how I did it the last two years and how I've driven on the Bay Area for eons.
I'm gonna be doing mass transit in Japan. Wife won't let me rent a car. I mean, how hard could it be to drive on the wrong side of the road with signs that might as well be Greek to us?
BTW, is there a shuttle in Petaluma? Oh man! That's so mass transit like. I had no clue. I just prefer having my own wheels, that's all.
When in California
Do as in California
Get a car and stick to the number 2 lane at no less than 80 mph.
Leave the number 1 lane to the locals.
Remember, the White Zone is for loading and unloading only!
😉
Anyhow, I'll let you guys do your own planning, I gave you my two bits about how I did it the last two years and how I've driven on the Bay Area for eons.
I'm gonna be doing mass transit in Japan. Wife won't let me rent a car. I mean, how hard could it be to drive on the wrong side of the road with signs that might as well be Greek to us?
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I've driven the I-405 in Washington during rush hour many times... 🙂
We get it, Tony. You have different preferences. There's no need to turn each little detail into a peeing contest.
Tom
We get it, Tony. You have different preferences. There's no need to turn each little detail into a peeing contest.
Tom
Peace man ☮️.... I just gave you my take on the trip.
Done the 405 in WA as well. Many times. A different story. I meant the 405 in SoCal. 😛
Although the 205 in Portlandia is the worst! 😱
Everything I write is in humor... don't take things too seriously. You'll get a heart attack.
Have fun.
No Totos were implied in this post. 🚽🚽🚽
Done the 405 in WA as well. Many times. A different story. I meant the 405 in SoCal. 😛
Although the 205 in Portlandia is the worst! 😱
Everything I write is in humor... don't take things too seriously. You'll get a heart attack.
Have fun.
No Totos were implied in this post. 🚽🚽🚽
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Uber, Taxi, there’s a shuttle, hitch a ride from a South Bay attendee, I’m sure something can be done if you are wanting to come!
Yes, it's always great to arrive on Friday to catch the Pre-BAF social events. 🙂
BoozeFest 2025
Flight booked, Best Western booked! Flying in Friday and will be in Petaluma for a late lunch, and leaving Wednesday night so I can do some tourist stuff Mon-Wed.
I just booked Worst Western as well. Flights to follow. I'm planning to fly in Friday and out Monday.
Tom
Tom
Jan, have you found transportation from SFO/(or OAK) to the site of the BA2025 yet? If not, please let me know. I live in the East Bay and I'm frequently in the area of both of our airports.
Is anyone planning on bringing any DIY speakers?
Ive got a few power amplifiers, preamplifiers id like to bring which are DIY but no DIY speakers to showcase.
It would be great if someone could bring sone efficient speakers preferably built in the classic style (in boxes)
Ive got a few power amplifiers, preamplifiers id like to bring which are DIY but no DIY speakers to showcase.
It would be great if someone could bring sone efficient speakers preferably built in the classic style (in boxes)
I got you! I’m bringing my horn-based system. It has been there the past two years. Pretty efficient two-way, 15” woofer and a large horn on top. Happy to have your amps hooked up to it. There are a number of other systems there too. So, there will be plenty of opportunity to swap and listen 
Those amps look beautiful. Tell us more.
Those amps look beautiful. Tell us more.