Damn. Wish I could make it down... I would do this for sure.New McClures BBQfet Team Jr Sponsorships Available
For those coming in for the festival who want a little special treatment, McClures swag, and those warm fuzzy feelings that you helped contribute to the cause
For $125 you get:
• 3 Days of Amazing food, great drinks, and entertainment (all invited guests get this)
• VIP Booth Access Wristband : During peak times there will be lines waiting to get in. This gets you to the front of that line. Also should get you quicker service at the bar if you flash it to the bartender.
• 3 Day Park Access Wristband : Instead of buying day passes for $9 each, you get a wristband good for all 3 days (Bonus : Allows re-entry)
• McClure's BBQfest Tri-Blend T Shirt
• McClures BBQfest Koozie
• Good Karma
GD it, missing my mule again...To Anyone wanting McClure's BBQFest T shirt presales...
We'll be selling T Shirt / Koozie packs for $25 in the booth.
• Canvas Charcoal Grey Tri-Blend shirts (a bit less form-fitting than the previous McClure's shirts)
• Available in S/M/L/XL/XXL sizes
• Will be similar in design to the McClure's shirts with "World Championship • Memphis BBQfest 2014" under the logo on front.
• Will feature the "You don't win friends with salad" on the back
• Paypal $30 to mcclurescompetes@gmail.com ($25 plus shipping
• Will ship in late april / early may once shirts are printed.
• Please cover fees if paying via CC, so Net $30 is delivered
• Please specify the size you'd like and address you'd like shipped to
Thanks :thumbsup:
icon>any idea how many of these have been sold so far?New McClures BBQfet Team Jr Sponsorships Available
For those coming in for the festival who want a little special treatment, McClures swag, and those warm fuzzy feelings that you helped contribute to the cause
For $125 you get:
• 3 Days of Amazing food, great drinks, and entertainment (all invited guests get this)
• VIP Booth Access Wristband : During peak times there will be lines waiting to get in. This gets you to the front of that line. Also should get you quicker service at the bar if you flash it to the bartender.
• 3 Day Park Access Wristband : Instead of buying day passes for $9 each, you get a wristband good for all 3 days (Bonus : Allows re-entry)
• McClure's BBQfest Tri-Blend T Shirt
• McClures BBQfest Koozie
• Good Karma
I just threw together the page last night and sent it out to a few folks today so only 2 so far. Candidly I'm not expecting to tell the full 100... But we are shooting for 40-50 of them between the 14 guys on the team. I think I know of at least 8 of them that should be sold thru me (sbonomo the FBG is coming in from la and will be graciously grabbing a couple).We are working on some other little benefits for folks who buy these as well, like a VIP line at the bar, getting a rib off the judging/turn in slabs (our best stuff)... and stuff like that. Basically just trying to enhance folks' experience without creating TOO much Extra work for ourselves.icon>any idea how many of these have been sold so far?New McClures BBQfet Team Jr Sponsorships Available
For those coming in for the festival who want a little special treatment, McClures swag, and those warm fuzzy feelings that you helped contribute to the cause
For $125 you get:
3 Days of Amazing food, great drinks, and entertainment (all invited guests get this)
VIP Booth Access Wristband : During peak times there will be lines waiting to get in. This gets you to the front of that line. Also should get you quicker service at the bar if you flash it to the bartender.
3 Day Park Access Wristband : Instead of buying day passes for $9 each, you get a wristband good for all 3 days (Bonus : Allows re-entry)
McClure's BBQfest Tri-Blend T Shirt
McClures BBQfest Koozie
Good Karma
Sounds good. If I'm able to make it, I will definitely be in on this.I just threw together the page last night and sent it out to a few folks today so only 2 so far. Candidly I'm not expecting to tell the full 100... But we are shooting for 40-50 of them between the 14 guys on the team. I think I know of at least 8 of them that should be sold thru me (sbonomo the FBG is coming in from la and will be graciously grabbing a couple).We are working on some other little benefits for folks who buy these as well, like a VIP line at the bar, getting a rib off the judging/turn in slabs (our best stuff)... and stuff like that. Basically just trying to enhance folks' experience without creating TOO much Extra work for ourselves.icon>any idea how many of these have been sold so far?New McClures BBQfet Team Jr Sponsorships Available
For those coming in for the festival who want a little special treatment, McClures swag, and those warm fuzzy feelings that you helped contribute to the cause
For $125 you get:
3 Days of Amazing food, great drinks, and entertainment (all invited guests get this)
VIP Booth Access Wristband : During peak times there will be lines waiting to get in. This gets you to the front of that line. Also should get you quicker service at the bar if you flash it to the bartender.
3 Day Park Access Wristband : Instead of buying day passes for $9 each, you get a wristband good for all 3 days (Bonus : Allows re-entry)
McClure's BBQfest Tri-Blend T Shirt
McClures BBQfest Koozie
Good Karma
As stated before though, this is by no means holding a gun to anyone's head. You're all welcome to come by free of charge, and I'm sure tipsy will GLADLY do a pit tour with any FBG who wants one.
Does the pit tour come with a grade 2 concussion?I just threw together the page last night and sent it out to a few folks today so only 2 so far. Candidly I'm not expecting to tell the full 100... But we are shooting for 40-50 of them between the 14 guys on the team. I think I know of at least 8 of them that should be sold thru me (sbonomo the FBG is coming in from la and will be graciously grabbing a couple).We are working on some other little benefits for folks who buy these as well, like a VIP line at the bar, getting a rib off the judging/turn in slabs (our best stuff)... and stuff like that. Basically just trying to enhance folks' experience without creating TOO much Extra work for ourselves.icon>any idea how many of these have been sold so far?New McClures BBQfet Team Jr Sponsorships Available
For those coming in for the festival who want a little special treatment, McClures swag, and those warm fuzzy feelings that you helped contribute to the cause
For $125 you get:
3 Days of Amazing food, great drinks, and entertainment (all invited guests get this)
VIP Booth Access Wristband : During peak times there will be lines waiting to get in. This gets you to the front of that line. Also should get you quicker service at the bar if you flash it to the bartender.
3 Day Park Access Wristband : Instead of buying day passes for $9 each, you get a wristband good for all 3 days (Bonus : Allows re-entry)
McClure's BBQfest Tri-Blend T Shirt
McClures BBQfest Koozie
Good Karma
As stated before though, this is by no means holding a gun to anyone's head. You're all welcome to come by free of charge, and I'm sure tipsy will GLADLY do a pit tour with any FBG who wants one.
lloDoes the pit tour come with a grade 2 concussion?I just threw together the page last night and sent it out to a few folks today so only 2 so far. Candidly I'm not expecting to tell the full 100... But we are shooting for 40-50 of them between the 14 guys on the team. I think I know of at least 8 of them that should be sold thru me (sbonomo the FBG is coming in from la and will be graciously grabbing a couple).We are working on some other little benefits for folks who buy these as well, like a VIP line at the bar, getting a rib off the judging/turn in slabs (our best stuff)... and stuff like that. Basically just trying to enhance folks' experience without creating TOO much Extra work for ourselves.icon>any idea how many of these have been sold so far?New McClures BBQfet Team Jr Sponsorships Available
For those coming in for the festival who want a little special treatment, McClures swag, and those warm fuzzy feelings that you helped contribute to the cause
For $125 you get:
3 Days of Amazing food, great drinks, and entertainment (all invited guests get this)
VIP Booth Access Wristband : During peak times there will be lines waiting to get in. This gets you to the front of that line. Also should get you quicker service at the bar if you flash it to the bartender.
3 Day Park Access Wristband : Instead of buying day passes for $9 each, you get a wristband good for all 3 days (Bonus : Allows re-entry)
McClure's BBQfest Tri-Blend T Shirt
McClures BBQfest Koozie
Good Karma
As stated before though, this is by no means holding a gun to anyone's head. You're all welcome to come by free of charge, and I'm sure tipsy will GLADLY do a pit tour with any FBG who wants one.
....and likely a reach-around if tipsy's been drinking.culdeus said:Does the pit tour come with a grade 2 concussion?
Pretty good distance from Knoxville to Memphisooh, i have work in Knoxville. Might have to swing a Thursday. Is the Thursday schedule similar to what's in the first post, or is that Friday?
Thursday night is definitely a party as well. The daytime is a little more laid-back (good time to walk the park and check it all out) with things picking up by 3 or 4 and going hard by 6.ooh, i have work in Knoxville. Might have to swing a Thursday. Is the Thursday schedule similar to what's in the first post, or is that Friday?
To be clear I'm not saying any of these girls are 10's or that we're loading the place up with promo-girl quality talent. The pool to pull from is a app pulling single ladies from within 50 miles of the Memphis metro area who have expressed interest in a BBQ festival. It's not going to work miracles but it's been pretty decent so far.ooooweeeeee
blackdottNew McClures BBQfet Team Jr Sponsorships Available
For those coming in for the festival who want a little special treatment, McClures swag, and those warm fuzzy feelings that you helped contribute to the cause
For $125 you get:
• 3 Days of Amazing food, great drinks, and entertainment (all invited guests get this)
• VIP Booth Access Wristband : During peak times there will be lines waiting to get in. This gets you to the front of that line. Also should get you quicker service at the bar if you flash it to the bartender.
• 3 Day Park Access Wristband : Instead of buying day passes for $9 each, you get a wristband good for all 3 days (Bonus : Allows re-entry)
• McClure's BBQfest Tri-Blend T Shirt
• McClures BBQfest Koozie
• Good Karma
How do they feel about overweight 40 yo married guys?Sooo... operation "stock the pond" is working pretty well I think...
A sampling of confirmed attendees thus far....
Ashley (middle) +5
Cami (native american) +3
Cami Alternate
Elizabeth +2
Elizabeth Alternate
Meagan +5
Meagan (right) Alternate
Tayla (left) +4
Tayla Alternate (left)
Kecia +3
Kecia Alternate
Carrie +4
Carrie Alternate
Hart +3
Hart Alternate
Have made it clear to all that the guestlist passes are for girlfriends only, they will not be allowed to bring guys in. They don't care. All the ladies are very excited about coming down and partying, many particular enamored with the open bar. Several have made a point to make it clear that all their friends will be single and looking to mingle.
I have no doubts there will be some duds in the mix, but every party does better with a decent mix of ladies thrown into the mix. Will be plenty of our female friends coming without this "pond stocking", and pretty much every guy on the team is married or might as well be... but just going that extra mile to be sure the vibe is all good.
After a day of drinking 6% beer or drinks mixed by our over zealous bar staff? Likely pretty good.How do they feel about overweight 40 yo married guys?Sooo... operation "stock the pond" is working pretty well I think...
A sampling of confirmed attendees thus far....
Ashley (middle) +5
Cami (native american) +3
Cami Alternate
Elizabeth +2
Elizabeth Alternate
Meagan +5
Meagan (right) Alternate
Tayla (left) +4
Tayla Alternate (left)
Kecia +3
Kecia Alternate
Carrie +4
Carrie Alternate
Hart +3
Hart Alternate
Have made it clear to all that the guestlist passes are for girlfriends only, they will not be allowed to bring guys in. They don't care. All the ladies are very excited about coming down and partying, many particular enamored with the open bar. Several have made a point to make it clear that all their friends will be single and looking to mingle.
I have no doubts there will be some duds in the mix, but every party does better with a decent mix of ladies thrown into the mix. Will be plenty of our female friends coming without this "pond stocking", and pretty much every guy on the team is married or might as well be... but just going that extra mile to be sure the vibe is all good.
You guys are welcome to come. Standing invite for FBGs. Definitely plan on at least tipping the bartenders (all goes to the team) and can throw in a few bucks if you'd like too.I work outside of Little Rock and want to bring the two guys that work for me up for the weekend as a bonus of sorts. What are all the options to get into the booth and party with you guys?
Received! You're good to go sir... thanks for the contribution. Will mail your ticket and booth wristband once we have everything in hand (is that "1700" address okay?) . Your shirt/koozie pack will be available for pickup at the bar.I'm in for Thursday! Just said to heck with any possible conflicts.
Jr. Sponsorship ordered for Thursday.
Awesome. Yes, address is correct.Received! You're good to go sir... thanks for the contribution. Will mail your ticket and booth wristband once we have everything in hand (is that "1700" address okay?) . Your shirt/koozie pack will be available for pickup at the bar.I'm in for Thursday! Just said to heck with any possible conflicts.
Jr. Sponsorship ordered for Thursday.
Is this typical or a new trend? I would think the old school guys would frown on this (ref. competition cut).Nolan AudioVisual called back and is full on donating the light and sound system. THey're apparently going overboard with it.... 4 speakers (flown overhead in the booth) with a huge sub running through a mixing board. Then 4 intelligent lights running through a controller board as well. The owner told me today "make sure that scaffold is built strong because this system is going to shake it.
Downside: The lighting rig and audio rig each require a dedicated 20Amp circuit... had budgeted for 1... add on an extra $150 for the extra 20A... then $40 for another 50ft 12AWG power cord
My buddy who's the executive chef for all BB Kings restaurants went to bat for us with Fayette Packing (lead meat distributor for the region) and they are donating 7 cases of baby backs for general consumption and 2 cases of special competition cut slabs that are bandsaw cut to perfect rectangle, membranes pulled, and perfectly trimmed of fat and such. In addition they'll be selling us our 3-4 cases of butts at cost.
Also, tentatively, Tipsy has set aside this menu for the festival:
Wed Dinner:
Brisket, Chicken, and Sausage.
Mac n Cheese, Beans, Slaw.
Chefs Bonus
Thurs Lunch:
Ribs & Pork Butt
Pork / Chicken Thigh sandwiches
Slaw, beans, and chips.
Thurs Dinner
Ribs, Pork Butts
Beans, Slaw, Jambalaya
Chefs Bonus
Fri Lunch
BBQ Tacos, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
Chips, Slaw, BBQ Jambalaya
Fri Dinner
Ribs, Pork Butts
Beans, Slaw, BBQ Jambalaya
Chefs Bonus
Saturday: 50 Guests $100
Competition Ribs
Leftover everything
On the this level of competiton BBQ, it's ridiculous. It really is. So much brining, injecting, premium cuts (Berkshire/Duroc) that it's on another level. Comp BBQ in a blind box is essentially judged on 1 maybe 2 good bites. So they have to scream at you. Flavors so sickeningly sweet or intense that eating a whole slab would be tough.Is this typical or a new trend? I would think the old school guys would frown on this (ref. competition cut).Nolan AudioVisual called back and is full on donating the light and sound system. THey're apparently going overboard with it.... 4 speakers (flown overhead in the booth) with a huge sub running through a mixing board. Then 4 intelligent lights running through a controller board as well. The owner told me today "make sure that scaffold is built strong because this system is going to shake it.
Downside: The lighting rig and audio rig each require a dedicated 20Amp circuit... had budgeted for 1... add on an extra $150 for the extra 20A... then $40 for another 50ft 12AWG power cord
My buddy who's the executive chef for all BB Kings restaurants went to bat for us with Fayette Packing (lead meat distributor for the region) and they are donating 7 cases of baby backs for general consumption and 2 cases of special competition cut slabs that are bandsaw cut to perfect rectangle, membranes pulled, and perfectly trimmed of fat and such. In addition they'll be selling us our 3-4 cases of butts at cost.
Also, tentatively, Tipsy has set aside this menu for the festival:
Wed Dinner:
Brisket, Chicken, and Sausage.
Mac n Cheese, Beans, Slaw.
Chefs Bonus
Thurs Lunch:
Ribs & Pork Butt
Pork / Chicken Thigh sandwiches
Slaw, beans, and chips.
Thurs Dinner
Ribs, Pork Butts
Beans, Slaw, Jambalaya
Chefs Bonus
Fri Lunch
BBQ Tacos, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
Chips, Slaw, BBQ Jambalaya
Fri Dinner
Ribs, Pork Butts
Beans, Slaw, BBQ Jambalaya
Chefs Bonus
Saturday: 50 Guests $100
Competition Ribs
Leftover everything
Menu looks great. You're a show in to be joining Oats thread after this is done.
If I wanted to come next year how would I or what would I have to do to eat that menu everyday?I love to grill and BBQ but I'm new to competitions and stuff like this.Nolan AudioVisual called back and is full on donating the light and sound system. THey're apparently going overboard with it.... 4 speakers (flown overhead in the booth) with a huge sub running through a mixing board. Then 4 intelligent lights running through a controller board as well. The owner told me today "make sure that scaffold is built strong because this system is going to shake it.
Downside: The lighting rig and audio rig each require a dedicated 20Amp circuit... had budgeted for 1... add on an extra $150 for the extra 20A... then $40 for another 50ft 12AWG power cord
My buddy who's the executive chef for all BB Kings restaurants went to bat for us with Fayette Packing (lead meat distributor for the region) and they are donating 7 cases of baby backs for general consumption and 2 cases of special competition cut slabs that are bandsaw cut to perfect rectangle, membranes pulled, and perfectly trimmed of fat and such. In addition they'll be selling us our 3-4 cases of butts at cost.
Also, tentatively, Tipsy has set aside this menu for the festival:
Wed Dinner:
Brisket, Chicken, and Sausage.
Mac n Cheese, Beans, Slaw.
Chefs Bonus
Thurs Lunch:
Ribs & Pork Butt
Pork / Chicken Thigh sandwiches
Slaw, beans, and chips.
Thurs Dinner
Ribs, Pork Butts
Beans, Slaw, Jambalaya
Chefs Bonus
Fri Lunch
BBQ Tacos, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
Chips, Slaw, BBQ Jambalaya
Fri Dinner
Ribs, Pork Butts
Beans, Slaw, BBQ Jambalaya
Chefs Bonus
Saturday: 50 Guests $100
Competition Ribs
Leftover everything
If I wanted to come next year how would I or what would I have to do to eat that menu everyday?Nolan AudioVisual called back and is full on donating the light and sound system. THey're apparently going overboard with it.... 4 speakers (flown overhead in the booth) with a huge sub running through a mixing board. Then 4 intelligent lights running through a controller board as well. The owner told me today "make sure that scaffold is built strong because this system is going to shake it.
Downside: The lighting rig and audio rig each require a dedicated 20Amp circuit... had budgeted for 1... add on an extra $150 for the extra 20A... then $40 for another 50ft 12AWG power cord
My buddy who's the executive chef for all BB Kings restaurants went to bat for us with Fayette Packing (lead meat distributor for the region) and they are donating 7 cases of baby backs for general consumption and 2 cases of special competition cut slabs that are bandsaw cut to perfect rectangle, membranes pulled, and perfectly trimmed of fat and such. In addition they'll be selling us our 3-4 cases of butts at cost.
Also, tentatively, Tipsy has set aside this menu for the festival:
Wed Dinner:
Brisket, Chicken, and Sausage.
Mac n Cheese, Beans, Slaw.
Chefs Bonus
Thurs Lunch:
Ribs & Pork Butt
Pork / Chicken Thigh sandwiches
Slaw, beans, and chips.
Thurs Dinner
Ribs, Pork Butts
Beans, Slaw, Jambalaya
Chefs Bonus
Fri Lunch
BBQ Tacos, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
Chips, Slaw, BBQ Jambalaya
Fri Dinner
Ribs, Pork Butts
Beans, Slaw, BBQ Jambalaya
Chefs Bonus
Saturday: 50 Guests $100
Competition Ribs
Leftover everything
Looking forward to it! Can't wait to eat some BBQ and wear my McClure's shirt.:butterflies:
uh, ya, that might be FUN!D is for Don't drink and drive: The hotels will be booked by now, but you have several options for getting around safely if you plan to imbibe. A) Make a friend who lives in 38103 and make their place your home base. B) Program this number into your phone: (901) 577-7777 – it's the local cab company. Pro-tip: If you're calling a cab, call about an hour before you're ready to leave since they're going to be busy. C) Use one of the new ride-sharing apps Uber or Lyft. The availabilty of their services may be spotty during MIM since they're just getting started, but it's worth a shot. (Ha!)
Yep just checked and they are actually up and running.... I'm so ####in excited. LOVE lyft and uber. I'm guessing you'll get hit with peak pricing when BBQfest is letting out but there is some comfort in that guaranteed pick up time that is worth the extra 10-15 bucks.uh, ya, that might be FUN!D is for Don't drink and drive: The hotels will be booked by now, but you have several options for getting around safely if you plan to imbibe. A) Make a friend who lives in 38103 and make their place your home base. B) Program this number into your phone: (901) 577-7777 – it's the local cab company. Pro-tip: If you're calling a cab, call about an hour before you're ready to leave since they're going to be busy. C) Use one of the new ride-sharing apps Uber or Lyft. The availabilty of their services may be spotty during MIM since they're just getting started, but it's worth a shot. (Ha!)