FIB War Room

[cfrances33]

The same justification as people waiting in line on black Friday.

Plus they get some free pizza, free beer on tap and get to have a chat with some Off Color people. Sounds like a good time.

Sure, if you're unemployed.

 

[Leafhouse]

The hashtags.

Anyone who uses #winning unironically should be euthanized

 

[Farnsworth]

Sure, if you're unemployed.

Or perhaps some people don't work 9:00-5:00 Mon-Fri jobs.

 

[gtx281]

It's not quite on the level of me finding that pic of DeKalb bro's bong and tube television.. but it's a solid find.

That was classic. What a homie.

 

[gtx281]

The same justification as people waiting in line on black Friday.

Wrong sir, wrong!

 

[Farnsworth]

Wrong sir, wrong!

 

[willseph]

The hashtags.

Some of my favorites:

#beerismymotive, #drinkgudnothood, #beerympho (what the **** does that even mean?), #craftnotdraft (I'm against Selective Service too, but I fail to see the connection to craft beer).

 

[BobCobb1]

The same justification as people waiting in line on black Friday.

Plus they get some free pizza, free beer on tap and get to have a chat with some Off Color people. Sounds like a good time.

I understand the BCBS lines much more clearly. It was a forerunner of the trend, is still one of the best examples of its style, and trades comparatively highly.

Someone posted the picture on BA too, and I think one of them nailed it. It's not trading, and it's not even so much personal consumption. It's just a fear of missing out.

I feel like a lot of people new to craft go through it (I did several years back). Most eventually settle in. But the influx is just so high right now, and probably will be for some time, that this is what we have.

Actually agreed with your other point that the increase in demand has had several positive aspects as well, e.g. Backwoods Bastard sitting on shelves, able to be purchased by the case this year.

 

[gtx281]

#craftnotdraft

 

[Farnsworth]

I understand the BCBS lines much more clearly. It was a forerunner of the trend, is still one of the best examples of its style, and trades comparatively highly.

Someone posted the picture on BA too, and I think one of them nailed it. It's not trading, and it's not even so much personal consumption. It's just a fear of missing out.

I feel like a lot of people new to craft go through it (I did several years back). Most eventually settle in. But the influx is just so high right now, and probably will be for some time, that this is what we have.

Actually agreed with your other point that the increase in demand has had several positive aspects as well, e.g. Backwoods Bastard sitting on shelves, able to be purchased by the case this year.

That's pretty spot on.

 

[sidetracked]

wait till the 2014's find out about Zwanze....

In terms of Zwanze itself, since it isn't bottled I'd say it cuts down on the interest and idiocy (not counting West Lakeview's corresponding past cellar sale).

 

[daniel1]

In terms of Zwanze itself, since it isn't bottled I'd say it cuts down on the interest and idiocy (not counting West Lakeview's corresponding past cellar sale).

Yep. If people in line were guaranteed bottles it would be so much worse.

 

[Dunt1]

I've noticed no positive impacts from the growth of the beer scene over the last two years personally. If anything, I've become increasingly disenchanted by all of it. Trading sucks, large events suck, the most fun I have is when I go visit places that are low key or go to small events.

 

[Treebs]

I still have yet to find a single positive thing coming from the overall popularity of craft beer in Chicago and its current state.

I'm also a jaded *******.

I've noticed no positive impacts from the growth of the beer scene over the last two years personally. If anything, I've become increasingly disenchanted by all of it. Trading sucks, large events suck, the most fun I have is when I go visit places that are low key or go to small events.

 

[Alum]

#drinkgudnothood

 

[gtx281]

 

[PHBoiler]

The "hope" was that increased competition would force folks to "up their games." The stalwarts continue to brew their successful beers and experiment as needed in avenues that make sense. They haven't been forced to do anything because most of the new breweries are pumping out garbage. The ones that have produced worthwhile beers haven't done it at any consistent basis or on a sustainable level. The rare and few making any sort of a difference remain way too small to really impact anything at this point. Most of us could have told everyone this before it started, but people still keep opening new ones. Don't be surprised if you hear about a local brewery shutting their doors in the not too distant future.

As many have said, the weekly brigade of new releases has led to some great beers just being available to drink. That's the one minor positive thus far. Anyone who was against reserve societies and the like before, probably wishes any decent brewery did that now. I won't get most beers released in Chicagoland, but damn it I'll get my Transient!

 

[Leafhouse]

I've noticed no positive impacts from the growth of the beer scene over the last two years personally. If anything, I've become increasingly disenchanted by all of it. Trading sucks, large events suck, the most fun I have is when I go visit places that are low key or go to small events.

It's true that there are essentially no benefits to the hardcore beer nerd. More people getting into it makes it harder to get new releases/tickets to events. The events that aren't ticketed turn into nuts to butts shitshows. 99% of the new events popping up are just $40 all you can drink shelf beers which don't excite anyone here.

We benefit by having more local breweries, craft beer bars and wider availability of solid beers. Generally there is increased production of the rarer beers out there which is kind of a benefit depending on how you look at it. Not much of a tradeoff if you've been balls deep into this hobby for a while now but isn't the greater good more important? (No, no it isn't)

 

[ApocalypseZombie]

So many dinosmores 4-packs are going to be up for trade for an Abraxas!

 

[ApocalypseZombie]

Sure, if you're unemployed.

Hey now, some of us have jobs with some weekday flexibility.

 

[Dunt1]

The "hope" was that increased competition would force folks to "up their games." The stalwarts continue to brew their successful beers and experiment as needed in avenues that make sense. They haven't been forced to do anything because most of the new breweries are pumping out garbage. The ones that have produced worthwhile beers haven't done it at any consistent basis or on a sustainable level. The rare and few making any sort of a difference remain way too small to really impact anything at this point. Most of us could have told everyone this before it started, but people still keep opening new ones. Don't be surprised if you hear about a local brewery shutting their doors in the not too distant future.

As many have said, the weekly brigade of new releases has led to some great beers just being available to drink. That's the one minor positive thus far. Anyone who was against reserve societies and the like before, probably wishes any decent brewery did that now. I won't get most beers released in Chicagoland, but damn it I'll get my Transient!

Speaking of which, how much is our ******* renewal? We are a week out here.

 

[Scalzo]

I specifically ask to work weekends so I can follow all the trucks

 

[Treebs]

Speaking of which, how much is our ******* renewal? We are a week out here.

I'm assuming it will come this weekend or early next week. Chris seemed like he was still rolling a ton around in his head on how he really wants to handle the new comers vs. the existing members.

 

[sidetracked]

I like in the comments where the guy points out his friend in line.. and links his instagram account.

http://instagram.com/neto_winning

It's not quite on the level of me finding that pic of DeKalb bro's bong and tube television.. but it's a solid find. FWIW, his friend's instragram is essentially the same thing.

Lol ... I'm pretty sure I was behind one of these guys at Half Acre once for a Friday release. Giant tool bag talking about how he forgot his joint at home to share with people in line, talking loudly about "rare" beers... Made in hard to read my book.

/edit: oH wait, that's him in the blue hoodie in the WLV photo!

 

[Gonzoillini1]

Speaking of which, how much is our ******* renewal? We are a week out here.

Having a guy in our homebrew club who has been working with Chris at events / brewing / etc... I can assuredly tell you that while he makes (mostly) good beers, his business sense / communication leaves a **** load to be desired.

 

[Dunt1]

Having a guy in our homebrew club who has been working with Chris at events / brewing / etc... I can assuredly tell you that while he makes (mostly) good beers, his business sense / communication leaves a **** load to be desired.

Ya, I've gotten that distinct impression. I just wish we had a little lead time here, I got bills yo.

 

[stxSS07]

The same justification as people waiting in line on black Friday.

Pls point yourself out in da line.

 

[stxSS07]

Sure, if you're unemployed.

I work 3rd shift sometimes and NOW I AM OFFENDED.

 

[gtx281]

 

[Farnsworth]

Pls point yourself out in da line.

I did stop by WLV around 4. The crowd was gone, as was the beer. But no biggie, I got to meet Laffler, taste Le Predateur, and buy some other good beer.

I'll be in the Binny's on Grand line, if that's what you were referring to.