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Title: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: silverfox on March 11, 2011, 07:20:32 AM
Does anyone know where abouts in Glasgow the Scottish leg of the tour will take place ??
Title: Re: Scotish leg of the tour
Post by: Paulie_D on March 11, 2011, 10:07:48 AM

Does anyone know where abouts in Glasgow the Scottish leg of the tour will take place ??


I believe that the plan is Gala Merchant City, Glasgow BUT this has not been confirmed as yet.

You can refer to the calendar post at the top of this forum section for all venues.
Title: Re: Scotish leg of the tour
Post by: silverfox on March 11, 2011, 10:24:04 AM
The gala merchant gonna be a tight squeeze for 200 runners but it"s the biggest gala casino in Glasgow !
Title: Re: Scotish leg of the tour
Post by: TightEnd on March 11, 2011, 10:39:21 AM
It"s not going to be 200 runners.....

150 probably


Will confirm all asap, am speaking to the venue
Title: Re: Scotish leg of the tour
Post by: Santino67 on March 11, 2011, 14:21:11 PM


Does anyone know where abouts in Glasgow the Scottish leg of the tour will take place ??


I believe that the plan is Gala Merchant City, Glasgow BUT this has not been confirmed as yet.

You can refer to the calendar post at the top of this forum section for all venues.


That"s gonna be a real struggle at the Merchant for 150 even unless they move a number of their roulette and other tables. The Stanley Mint has 2 adjoining rooms that could hold 150 easily and Alea could also accommodate this number I believe.
Title: Re: Scotish leg of the tour
Post by: The Healer on March 11, 2011, 18:30:09 PM
The Alea would be the prefered choice.
Title: Re: Scotish leg of the tour
Post by: gerry5421 on March 11, 2011, 20:33:29 PM

The Alea would be the prefered choice.


+1 , but i guess it comes down to sponsorships and stuff like that
Title: Re: Scotish leg of the tour
Post by: Paulie_D on March 11, 2011, 20:43:36 PM


The Alea would be the prefered choice.


+1 , but i guess it comes down to sponsorships and stuff like that


Nope...that"s one of the lower factors.

Perhaps the others have turned us down for a variety of reasons or TIghty has reservations...those are much more likely.

Then again, nothing is set in stone yet...watch this space.
Title: Re: Scotish leg of the tour
Post by: gerry5421 on March 11, 2011, 20:49:17 PM
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Nope...that"s one of the lower factors.

Perhaps the others have turned us down for a variety of reasons or TIghty has reservations...those are much more likely.

Then again, nothing is set in stone yet...watch this space.


ahh cool , well would agree that merchant would be tight , but + fact is its a nice casino , and is 24 hours ,They may well move tables to suit
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: silverfox on March 12, 2011, 11:45:59 AM
the good news is that the tour is coming to glasgow !!

Now whats the best way of claiming a seat for this event do i have to have an 888 account ? or can i but direct into it at the venue or do i have to take my chance on a clic fest on the apat site ?

Looking at the structure and the prize pool this one is too good to miss!

any hints tips or advice would be a great help !
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: Paulie_D on March 12, 2011, 13:10:52 PM

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Now whats the best way of claiming a seat for this event do i have to have an 888 account ? or can i but direct into it at the venue or do i have to take my chance on a clic fest on the apat site ?



There are no clickfests any more.

Buy-in will be via 888 poker so you will need an account.

There may be alternate seats available at the venue ON THE DAY but these are not guaranteed,
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: gerry5421 on March 12, 2011, 19:53:18 PM
Think i should have a seat reserved for me seeing as its my 40th the week before lol.


;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: Lexico on March 13, 2011, 17:41:22 PM
Just had a look at 888 poker not the easiest to figure out. So when do the tickets for the Scottish leg go on sale?
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: Paulie_D on March 13, 2011, 19:27:26 PM

Just had a look at 888 poker not the easiest to figure out. So when do the tickets for the Scottish leg go on sale?



Probably a around month before the date...perhaps less.

Patience folks...there"s a long way to go yet.
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: paulorder on March 14, 2011, 00:28:35 AM
Does anyone know where to get the information for buying in to this event or when you can buy in to it?
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: Chipaccrual on March 14, 2011, 00:50:09 AM

Does anyone know where to get the information for buying in to this event or when you can buy in to it?


Buyin will be available via 888poker lobby.  Seats will go on sale somewhere around the 1st July.
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: silverfox on March 15, 2011, 08:35:44 AM
Well I"ve started a 888 poker account & I will be buying a seat but I know these events are very popular so in the event I don"t get my seat online I"ll be showing up at the venue to buy in direct if this is allowed ??
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: Waz1892 on March 15, 2011, 08:40:09 AM

Well I"ve started a 888 poker account & I will be buying a seat but I know these events are very popular so in the event I don"t get my seat online I"ll be showing up at the venue to buy in direct if this is allowed ??


Last season APAT ran an alternates list at each venue, so you can turn up on the day and have your fingers crossed.

You also have the sats to the live events and the seat exchange before, what i would deem a last resort, turning up at the venue in hope.
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: silverfox on March 15, 2011, 09:23:34 AM
I"ll be trying all these routes thanks. I just think that this event gives the average Joe in the street a chance to get quality poker tournament experience for less than 100 bucks!!
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: Paulie_D on March 15, 2011, 13:23:54 PM

I"ll be trying all these routes thanks. I just think that this event gives the average Joe in the street a chance to get quality poker tournament experience for less than 100 bucks!!


Actually...it"s $122 but we get the gist.  ;D
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: silverfox on March 16, 2011, 07:52:38 AM
Yeah just read the top reply should tell you what you need to know!!
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: TightEnd on March 23, 2011, 08:54:39 AM
The Glasgow leg of the tour is confirmed

Gala Merchant City Casino


Capacity of 120 for this one, much like last year"s Scottish event
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: Paulie_D on March 23, 2011, 10:18:11 AM

The Glasgow leg of the tour is confirmed

Gala Merchant City Casino


Capacity of 120 for this one, much like last year"s Scottish event


Thanks Richard...I can start on the Travel Tips.
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: pables on March 23, 2011, 19:43:50 PM


The Glasgow leg of the tour is confirmed

Gala Merchant City Casino


Capacity of 120 for this one, much like last year"s Scottish event


Thanks Richard...I can start on the Travel Tips.


I shall be staying at my sons" house.
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: K3vl4rUK on March 31, 2011, 21:37:49 PM
Might make a return to APAT for this :o since its my home casino and the weekend before my 21st
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: Khayless on April 08, 2011, 01:42:16 AM
I am keen to play this event but I am unable and also unwilling to deposit on an account at 888. Is there a way to direct buy in @ the casino in advance of the tourney?
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: cashman on April 08, 2011, 02:07:34 AM
you can not buy-in  in advance  you can put your name down on the day on the alternate list and hope someone gets knocked out in i think the first 3 levels so get yourself down there early and name on the list as not that many people get knocked out that early
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: AceOnTheRiver on April 11, 2011, 11:18:14 AM



The Glasgow leg of the tour is confirmed

Gala Merchant City Casino


Capacity of 120 for this one, much like last year"s Scottish event


Thanks Richard...I can start on the Travel Tips.


I shall be staying at my sons" house.


Will he do Sunday lunch for me and the Stockton Massive?
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: PHIL_TC on April 11, 2011, 11:29:31 AM




The Glasgow leg of the tour is confirmed

Gala Merchant City Casino


Capacity of 120 for this one, much like last year"s Scottish event


Thanks Richard...I can start on the Travel Tips.


I shall be staying at my sons" house.


Will he do Sunday lunch for me and the Stockton Massive?


Ohhhhh Phil likes this very much :) No yorkshire pud for me though, takes up too much room on the plate = more room for roasties
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: pables on April 11, 2011, 17:28:44 PM
I"ll ask......................................................

The answer was "go boil ya head"

Whatever that means

???
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: gerry5421 on April 11, 2011, 18:03:56 PM

I"ll ask......................................................

The answer was "go boil ya head"

Whatever that means

???


lmao , love it  :D :D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: SchmidtSting on April 14, 2011, 01:09:41 AM

Might make a return to APAT for this :o since its my home casino and the weekend before my 21st


Play in Gala MC like 3 times a week (depending on run-good), gonna play my first APAT at Newcastle.
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: silverfox on April 14, 2011, 10:36:01 AM
I"m sure the gala mc will welcome the APAT players with open arms. It"s normally the home of Scottish bingo poker !!!!

ACE RAG  25x big blind shove! Need I say more?
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: Santino67 on April 14, 2011, 17:43:08 PM
Having played there many times i"m also sure they"ll welcome us, just concerned about the size of the venue especially over a normally very busy weekend.
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: TightEnd on April 14, 2011, 21:39:29 PM

Having played there many times i"m also sure they"ll welcome us, just concerned about the size of the venue especially over a normally very busy weekend.



Capacity for the event is 120, which they are happy to host
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: gerry5421 on April 14, 2011, 23:45:32 PM

I"m sure the gala mc will welcome the APAT players with open arms. It"s normally the home of Scottish bingo poker !!!!

ACE RAG  25x big blind shove! Need I say more?


youve met me there i see, lol
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: gerry5421 on April 14, 2011, 23:47:36 PM


Might make a return to APAT for this :o since its my home casino and the weekend before my 21st


Play in Gala MC like 3 times a week (depending on run-good), gonna play my first APAT at Newcastle.


Fancy getting signed up for Glasgow League then ,link is here

http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=8298.0 (http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=8298.0)
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: silverfox on April 15, 2011, 09:14:07 AM
I played the cheap bingo comp on Sunday & as a casino the venue is fine but if this sells out it"s gonna get very tight for space !! Also it gets very warm as the gaming floor is in the basement. I think some players will be sweating more than just a flop at times.

I"ve played a few tournaments in hotels & I think they make for a more relaxing venue to play poker in. I"m sure some hotels across the uk would welcome such an event as the apat tour just a thought for next year ?
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: TightEnd on April 15, 2011, 12:48:23 PM

I played the cheap bingo comp on Sunday & as a casino the venue is fine but if this sells out it"s gonna get very tight for space !! Also it gets very warm as the gaming floor is in the basement. I think some players will be sweating more than just a flop at times.

I"ve played a few tournaments in hotels & I think they make for a more relaxing venue to play poker in. I"m sure some hotels across the uk would welcome such an event as the apat tour just a thought for next year ?


To run an event in a UK hotel needs a Gaming commission licence. That costs, in time and money

You then need to get tables, dealers, chips, clocks, security

the cost is completely prohibitive


In places like Ireland it is done..there is no Gaming commission and the operators charge big rake in both torunaments and cash games to cover their costs, and more


As far as Glasgow leg is concern ed, the venue is laying out new space, not normally used for poker, to host us.



Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: gerry5421 on April 15, 2011, 13:00:34 PM

I played the cheap bingo comp on Sunday & as a casino the venue is fine but if this sells out it"s gonna get very tight for space !! Also it gets very warm as the gaming floor is in the basement. I think some players will be sweating more than just a flop at times.

I"ve played a few tournaments in hotels & I think they make for a more relaxing venue to play poker in. I"m sure some hotels across the uk would welcome such an event as the apat tour just a thought for next year ?


Gala Merchant , may be small , and the smaller field probally reflects this , but to be honest , I am just delighted it is in Glasgow, rather than Aberdeen, or Edinburgh as was previous, and will just make the most of it whatever space is like.

Roll on July
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: silverfox on April 15, 2011, 13:37:24 PM
Fair point about the hotel idea!! Well Glasgow it is !! Hope I get a seat & also a deep run !!
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: gerry5421 on April 15, 2011, 13:45:41 PM

Fair point about the hotel idea!! Well Glasgow it is !! Hope I get a seat & also a deep run !!


oh and did i mention  getting signed up for Glasgow League  ,link is here

http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=8298.0 (http://www.apat.com/forum/index.php?topic=8298.0)
Title: Re: Scottish leg of the tour
Post by: K3vl4rUK on April 22, 2011, 16:09:40 PM
yer the likes of when the nutz league play in the MC gala they tend to turn upstairs into partial cardroom aswell, that being said im not really looking forward to the usual weekend of busy gaming floor in there especially due the the cardroom not being seperate from the gaming floor.