Official April 2nd NYC GTG Thread!

03/29/2006 10:34:48 AM · #76

update on our big tripods and top of the rock

I just got this email from them:

As you've noted, tripods are not allowed at the Top.

However, we understand that you're travelling around the city taking
pictures and may have your tripods with you when you arrive. Whether or
not you can bring the tripods to the Top with you would largely be at
the discretion of the protection officers working our security check.
They may request that you leave your tripods at security for the
duration of your stay.

So its kind of up to us if we want to bring our big tripods, and hopefully they wont bother us so much, but I still will probably bring mine along with my smaller one

Message edited by author 2006-03-29 10:39:19.

03/29/2006 06:35:57 PM · #77

I also got this e-mail this afternoon.

Dear Lee,

Sorry to say that we do not allow tripods or monopods on the Observation
Deck.

Thanks for your interest. We hope to see you at the Top soon!

Kevin Talbot
Customer Care Representative
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
45 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 2920
New York, NY 10111
T: 212-332-6524
F: 212-332-6550
www.topoftherocknyc.com

photodude

03/29/2006 06:51:11 PM · #78

IMHO, it's not worth going up there at twilight to shoot if you can't have a tripod. But of course everyone is safer - LOL. I'll vote with my wallet and keep the money in it.

03/29/2006 07:00:01 PM · #79

hmmmm

KaDi

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

03/30/2006 09:00:53 AM · #80

I'm still looking forward to the chance to go to the top of the rock.....however, I have some questions.

1. It appears to be a good idea to purchase tickets in advance--has a time been decided?
2. Tickets seem to have 10 minute intervals--has anyone been there to know how the system works? Do you show up any time within your ticketing time, or do we need to be early?
3. Introductory rates end March 31--so tickets seem to be $17.50 for adults.

The tripod issue doesn't bother me. It looks like there will be plenty to see and shoot without one. There will be railings to brace against and the like, I'm sure.

03/30/2006 09:05:51 AM · #81

I've been there before they have 3 lines right before you got to the top, the lines are indicated by which time interval you have but no one reallly checks your ticket to see if you are in the right line so hmm really does not matter which line your in. Just get there a little before our time on our tickets, I'd say 10-15 mins or so

So who here is purchasing there ticket in advance online? and for what time again?

Originally posted by photodude:

IMHO, it's not worth going up there at twilight to shoot if you can't have a tripod. But of course everyone is safer - LOL. I'll vote with my wallet and keep the money in it.

Like I said before they did not bother me last time I went when I had my mini tripod

Message edited by author 2006-03-30 09:07:36.

photodude

03/30/2006 09:21:46 AM · #82

But where do you leave the full size tripod from the zoo?

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

03/30/2006 09:25:53 AM · #83

:) not sure what they are going to do with our full size tripods, last time I went I did not bring my full size tripod, like them email I got from them said.... its up to security if we can bring them up or not, if not they may hold them for us.

Just not sure......

_eug

Nikon D50

03/30/2006 11:46:52 AM · #84

Current weather reports for Sunday:
High of 63.
Low of 48.
20% change of Rain.
Wind: N 7 mph
Max. Humidity: 45%
UV Index: 6 High

KaDi

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

03/30/2006 11:53:51 AM · #85

Originally posted by _eug:

Current weather reports for Sunday:
High of 63.
Low of 48.
20% change of Rain.
Wind: N 7 mph
Max. Humidity: 45%
UV Index: 6 High

Now that's a happy cloud!

Nikon AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.4D IF

03/30/2006 12:00:35 PM · #86

Originally posted by _eug:

Current weather reports for Sunday:
High of 63.
Low of 48.
20% change of Rain.
Wind: N 7 mph
Max. Humidity: 45%
UV Index: 6 High

wow we are gonna have awesome weather

pawdrix

Nikon D700

03/30/2006 12:12:59 PM · #87

I just called Top of The Rock and they will get back to me be regarding tripods.

Personally, I wouldn't carry one around all day in crowds, as it will be more of a pain in the butt than it's worth. Though if you expect to be drinking lots of coffee and can't do without one I hope to have an answer for you shortly.

Nikon AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.4D IF

03/30/2006 12:28:55 PM · #88

I'm thinking that if you want to buy tickets ahead of time... 7PM is a good time to shoot for. Any objections? Or should we say 7.

pawdrix

Nikon D700

03/30/2006 12:49:40 PM · #89

I just got a call from th people at Top Of The Rock and yes, you can bring tripods up to the observation deck but no you cannot use them.

Olympus 14-54mm f/2.8-3.5 Zuiko Digital Zoom

03/30/2006 01:41:12 PM · #90

thanks alot pawdrix and 7pm sounds fine

Message edited by author 2006-03-30 13:50:52.

MPRPRO

Olympus E-5

04/01/2006 05:38:41 PM · #91

Sunday Weather as of Now:

Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph.

Sunset:

Sunday
2 April 2006 Eastern Daylight Time

SUN
Begin civil twilight 6:10 a.m.
Sunrise 6:38 a.m.
Sun transit 12:59 p.m.
Sunset 7:21 p.m.
End civil twilight 7:49 p.m.

Remember folks the change in time tonight.Spring ahead Fall back. So if you forget to change your clock we will be gone by the time you show up. :)

See you all tomorrow.

Mike

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

04/01/2006 05:52:38 PM · #92

Should be quite fun!!!

Just ordered my top of the rock tickets for the 6:50-7:05 time slot.

=D

psychephylax

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

04/01/2006 05:54:08 PM · #93

I'm bailing out, I have work stuff that I need to finish up before Monday.

04/01/2006 05:55:37 PM · #94

Originally posted by psychephylax:

I'm bailing out, I have work stuff that I need to finish up before Monday.

Sorry to hear that... I'll take ya off the list...

it's about to be GTG season so i'm sure you'll find a way soon!

Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 24-85mm f2.8-4.0D

04/01/2006 09:36:01 PM · #95

Originally posted by Tranquil:

Should be quite fun!!!

Just ordered my top of the rock tickets for the 6:50-7:05 time slot.

=D

same here see everyone 2morrow

Nikolai1024

Nikon D300

04/02/2006 12:04:48 AM · #96

Is anyone doing Brooklyn Bridge walk? PM me your phone number and I'll try to meet up with you.

Nick

04/02/2006 12:17:31 AM · #97

pm'ed u nick

----- just a morning bump for those who want to check in -----

Brooklyn Bridge Walk/Photo Shoot...before the Official April 2nd NYC GTG

Meeting time is 9am so far - this will give us time to walk around also time to walk across the bridge
(let me know for any time suggestions for early birds or if its too early)

Place: Starbucks - 50 Court Street, Brooklyn
(2/3/4/5 train stops at Borough Hall-Court Street, and starbucks is rightup stairs.)
(A/C/F stops at Jay St. Borough Hall a couple of blocks away)

The Plan is
Walk along the Brooklyn Promenade (great shots of the skyline)
Down underneath the Brooklyn Bridge for Pics
Then a short walk too........... and across the Bridge

List of people whos in
digitalpins - me
CeeDeez
kadi + 1
Nikolai1024

I pm'ed peps who's on the list my number