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Oh man, I'm in trouble. Today I chaperoned my daughter's class picnic to a local park. We walked about 12-13 blocks in the sun to and from the park (it's 75ish out) and I was at the park for about 4 hours with 75+ screaming 2nd graders and I only got 4.5 hrs of sleep last night.
I seriously feel like I've just been hit by a truck. Roo is going to be rough...
The quality of the journey depends on how well you maintain the vehicle.
Indeed. I'll be 38 next month but I exercise regularly and doubt that I'll have much of an problem surviving my first Roo. It's all about how well you prepare yourself for what's to come.
Well these comments are comforting. I keep on hearing my friends talk about how your body starts giving you the finger in your late 20's; hangovers are amplified, metabolism slows down, can't bounce back like you used to...it's all so depressing to hear, so its nice to hear people saying that you be older and still rage on to the wee hours of the morning.
Your friends are right though (well, sort of -- I didn't start having issues until I was well past 30). When you get older you just can't go as hard as you did when you were younger, so you have to adjust accordingly and know your limits. That shouldn't discourage you from having fun, but realize that there is a price to pay when you're 35 and pulling an all-nighter that involves heavy drinking and nose fairies.
Oh man, I'm in trouble. Today I chaperoned my daughter's class picnic to a local park. We walked about 12-13 blocks in the sun to and from the park (it's 75ish out) and I was at the park for about 4 hours with 75+ screaming 2nd graders and I only got 4.5 hrs of sleep last night.
I seriously feel like I've just been hit by a truck. Roo is going to be rough...
You can do it! Sleep now and remember there won't be 2nd graders with you. At least not with me, my 1st grader stays home
He's like you made an über troll by taking the worst parts of me (the utter disregard for other people's opinions), Phi (cluttering up threads with memes and adding nothing to a discussion) and Jess (an apparent belief that everyone else is the problem and/or arrogance without self awareness).
I'm so glad I came across this post! At 27, I was honestly worried that I'd be the oldest freaking person at Bonnaroo. I think I may have gotten that idea from Tumblr, where everyone talking about Bonnaroo is under the age of 25.
Post by Od Lid Johnny on May 30, 2012 18:26:22 GMT -5
I will be with about nine people coming down. And at 28, I am the "veteran". Feels kind of strange, but I have always been the more focused and aware of the people I know.
Just a plug for O'er 40 Roo'er meetup's - we have a group page on Facebook - look up Bonnaroo O'er 40 Roo'ers . We are planning some meetups on Wed and thurs.
Roo is unlike any other fest out there and its most certainly just attitude. My first roo I raged harder than anyone I was with and crashed at 1am every night underestimating the heat. Everyone is right it really does shut your body down.
Now after being though a couple Im always the last man standing and first one up because I had my crash and burn year. Pacing myself and constant hydrating keeps me on top of the crowd.
I'm so glad I came across this post! At 27, I was honestly worried that I'd be the oldest freaking person at Bonnaroo. I think I may have gotten that idea from Tumblr, where everyone talking about Bonnaroo is under the age of 25.
I have shirts that are older than you. I was 27 during the Carter Administration. You got nothing to worry about. Besides, being the oldest person at Roo is a goal of mine. Look for me drooling on myself at Roo 2040.
Roo is unlike any other fest out there and its most certainly just attitude. My first roo I raged harder than anyone I was with and crashed at 1am every night underestimating the heat. Everyone is right it really does shut your body down.
Now after being though a couple Im always the last man standing and first one up because I had my crash and burn year. Pacing myself and constant hydrating keeps me on top of the crowd.
Almost everyone I know has a crash and burn year. If you go all out like it is a 1 day party, you will never make it all weekend. Like the Guy above, pace and in all things, moderation. That will get you to sunrise after the Friday and sat late nights.
I'm 44 and last year was my first 'roo (actually, it was my first Fest ever)...and I was making plans to come this year before it was over =). I plan on 'rooing-it-up until my end. Age means nothing. It's all a state of mind.
Post by Nisplay Dame on May 30, 2012 20:15:53 GMT -5
I turned 21 at the first roo, I'll be 31 this June, Id say it gets more enjoyable as you get older and wiser. I know my limits because I tested them a lot 21-26ish! I've probably had more fun the last 3 years or so though. My body tells me when to stop, so it's hard to cross the line, and I do hate that! But it truly is mind over matter, for me every bonnaroo is like groundhog day and I'm 21 again for the weekend.
Post by bonnarouser on May 31, 2012 6:17:29 GMT -5
I am one month shy of 60 and it's all about attitude and common sense. Like Clint Eastside said, "a man has to know his limitations". That's the common sense part. The attitude part comes from the VERY positive vibe of the festival goers. I told my wife last year that I did not see one unhappy face the whole 4 days. The younger crowd accepts my presence and I think, in many ways, offers them encouragement that they could go to this festival til they die ! I was an original, a Woodstock child (no I did not go) and attended many early groundbreaking music festivals however, they have nothing over Bonnaroo. Bonnaroo is by far the best.
Post by nictheweenie85 on May 31, 2012 8:02:03 GMT -5
I just don't venture out alot during day. Sun will take its toll on you. I do not get back to camp til sunup almost every day. Age doesn't matter just how you spend your day.
I am one month shy of 60 and it's all about attitude and common sense. Like Clint Eastside said, "a man has to know his limitations". That's the common sense part. The attitude part comes from the VERY positive vibe of the festival goers. I told my wife last year that I did not see one unhappy face the whole 4 days. The younger crowd accepts my presence and I think, in many ways, offers them encouragement that they could go to this festival til they die ! I was an original, a Woodstock child (no I did not go) and attended many early groundbreaking music festivals however, they have nothing over Bonnaroo. Bonnaroo is by far the best.
you are exactly that. come to the brunch and you get a fashionable glow ring to wear to skrillex
im 34 now - been going to roo since 2006 - so my first one I was 28. that year was ROUGH.
since then, ive figured out how to roo properly. dont get shizhouse drunk at 2 pm. dont stop drinking water. avoid garbage food. avoid the sun at mid-day.
In some ways, it might get easier as you get older because you know what you can do and not do. I'm attending Roo no.5 and I don't plan on sleeping much but I pace myself throughout the day.
Post by ghostwalker56 on Jun 1, 2012 14:06:47 GMT -5
My son bought me my first Roo ticket last year for my 55th birthday, and I'm heading out Monday to visit with him and the grandson for a couple of days before THIS year's event. Yeah, it gets a little hot, just use your common sense and don't over do the libations. Lots of water, and forget about staying in a "regular" sleep schedule. I'm overweight, walk with a cane, with various degrees of physical damage from living hard and fast along with typical old people problems (osteoarthritis, joint problems, that sort of stuff. Overall, I'm in great health, just...well worn. It was no where as difficult as I though it would be. Yes, hot and dusty, yes the walks were long. Then again, a lot is in how you approach the day, mentality speaking. Pace it, don't race it, sleep in the day, participate all night. I'm looking forward to as many 'Roos as I can make. Had a great time last year, and if you're wondering if there's age discrimination of any kind...there's not. Some snarks, yes; but I guess they have a hard time everyday and the heat makes it worse. In the group of 20 or so I was with (all in their 20s by the way), everyone was considerate, called me "Uncle" or even "Dad" when they couldn't remember my name or just wanted to. So far, age has NOT been a negative factor in surviving, it may of even been a plus for me in some aspects.
I was wondering about the whole "sleep in the day" thing. I'd like to get an early afternoon power nap (or two) in but wasn't sure where I could do that. Are the tents generally packed to a point where you can't get in for a quickie? Are there places where you can set up a hammock?
I was wondering about the whole "sleep in the day" thing. I'd like to get an early afternoon power nap (or two) in but wasn't sure where I could do that. Are the tents generally packed to a point where you can't get in for a quickie? Are there places where you can set up a hammock?
No hammocks in a cooled area that I saw last year, and it kind of depends on the day for power naps in places like the movie theater, comedy tents, or sponsored places. Some folks looked asleep, but I wasn't sure. I suspect it's frowned upon, though. Get battery operated tent fans, maybe some reflective tarps for shading your tent, and you can nap in the day. Leave the screens open on the tent, and yeah, it you're tired enough you can rest then hit the fountain or those pop-up with misters scattered here and there. I did see some nappers in chairs there. I took power naps at night when there was a lag in which shows I wanted to see, worked for me. 30-45 minutes goes a long ways. I was surprised I could even sleep at all!
