*** OFFICIAL VEISHEA WEEK 2014 THREAD ***

[Cycsk]

I think this is partially true. Additionally it isn't as 'cool' or whatever to destroy things when you get older. There isn't the desire to do stuff like that or be a part of something like that. Additionally the older you get the more you realize the consequences. People were being destructive because they thought they could get away with being destructive. (some will get away with it) And finally older people tend to weigh what they would lose more heavily than college age students.

The people that engage in these destructive activities, are people who think they won't get caught (or worth the risk of getting caught) and think others will be impressed or entertained by their actions. Their rationality is limited to the present. They do what they think will be the best or coolest thing for them right now. #YOLO

So, why this year? And why on a Tuesday? And why didn't we see cars tipped and poles knocked over last year? Does it mostly come down to nice weather during a late VEISHEA?

 

[Cydewayz]

Earlier when people were talking about the one video and the dope who was out dancing/inciting people...they got him:

Also arrested was Mark Ribbeck, 20, of Ames, on a charge of harassment of a public official.Huff said Ribbeck stepped out from the crowd into the gap between the crowd and police officers and began dancing around and taunting officers, causing the crowd to get even more riled up.- See more at: http://amestrib.com/news/ames-and-s...onnection-veishea-ruckus#sthash.HGSIkTKC.dpuf​

 

[Cyclonin]

Earlier when people were talking about the one video and the dope who was out dancing/inciting people...they got him:

Also arrested was Mark Ribbeck, 20, of Ames, on a charge of harassment of a public official.Huff said Ribbeck stepped out from the crowd into the gap between the crowd and police officers and began dancing around and taunting officers, causing the crowd to get even more riled up.- See more at: http://amestrib.com/news/ames-and-s...onnection-veishea-ruckus#sthash.HGSIkTKC.dpuf​

That is awesome. So glad that happened.

 

[Wesley]

Serious question - is 7 cops on duty normal for a town the size of Ames? That doesn't seem like very many to me. I feel like there were times that I could drive down Lincoln Way from South Dakota to Duff and see almost that many in one trip.

Although I guess this was at 11 P.M. though, not the middle of the day.

They were probably saving their hours for later in the week.

 

[ISUCY23]

That is awesome. So glad that happened.

Same. That guy was being a tool.

 

[Wesley]

So, why this year? And why on a Tuesday? And why didn't we see cars tipped and poles knocked over last year? Does it mostly come down to nice weather during a late VEISHEA?

Nice weather really helps.

Looks like David had the worst charges filed against him so far. Going out with a bang.

 

[Rhoadhoused]

Earlier when people were talking about the one video and the dope who was out dancing/inciting people...they got him:

Also arrested was Mark Ribbeck, 20, of Ames, on a charge of harassment of a public official.Huff said Ribbeck stepped out from the crowd into the gap between the crowd and police officers and began dancing around and taunting officers, causing the crowd to get even more riled up.- See more at: http://amestrib.com/news/ames-and-s...onnection-veishea-ruckus#sthash.HGSIkTKC.dpuf​

That's great. Screw that guy.

 

[Cy$]

That's great. Screw that guy.

that guy looks like a winner.

 

[cydsho]

Earlier when people were talking about the one video and the dope who was out dancing/inciting people...they got him:

Also arrested was Mark Ribbeck, 20, of Ames, on a charge of harassment of a public official.Huff said Ribbeck stepped out from the crowd into the gap between the crowd and police officers and began dancing around and taunting officers, causing the crowd to get even more riled up.- See more at: http://amestrib.com/news/ames-and-s...onnection-veishea-ruckus#sthash.HGSIkTKC.dpuf​

Is ISU legally required to release his transcript to his next school?

 

[A-town Cy]

Attempted tearer apart the street sign guy made a good move by turning himself in. Cited instead of arrested.

 

[cyclonedave25]

Attempted tearer apart the street sign guy made a good move by turning himself in. Cited instead of arrested.

Yep, you have to think a few more people might turn themselves in to possibly avoid jail and just get a citation.

 

[LindenCy]

I have finally read the whole thread. It can be closed and deleted now. Thanks for your participation!

I've actually been thinking about how much larger events with much rowdier crowd members don't become riots (or melees or whatever...) I go to Sturgis for the rally regularly, the numbers are always estimated in the hundreds of thousands. I think there's a bar every 15-20 feet. Try to argue that a 19yr old college kid parties harder than some of the bikers. While there have been incidents in the past, it is generally pretty tame. Is it b/c no one is rushing in to stop the party? Or that the police presence is very visible? Or an older crowd is just more responsible? (Jimlad that last one, go watch one episode of Full Throttle for examples of way too many bad decisions being made by "adults"...)

I'm guessing at Sturgis they police their own a lot better.

 

[Cycsk]

I'm guessing at Sturgis they police their own a lot better.

At Sturgis, they certainly frown on bike-tipping!

 

[dunar]

I'm guessing at Sturgis they police their own a lot better.

At Sturgis, they certainly frown on bike-tipping!

I'm always amazed by the sheer number of law enforcement that they have on hand, and they don't mess around either. Your bike parked on Main when they clean the streets every night? Towed. Little flashing? Arrested. Go over to Huellette, WY on Wed. and you see police from everywhere in Wyoming, in just for the day. I bet it's not cheap, but they have very few serious incidents anymore. History of the rally was getting ugly, they've really cleaned it up a lot. Kind of annoying now, actually... But I LOVE riding in the Black Hills, it's worth the hassle!

 

[cmjh10]

Why cant every night of VEISHEA be like tonight? Yeah there is a lot going on, but its just parties and nothing stupid crazy.

(knocks on wood)

 

[Cydewayz]

Is ISU legally required to release his transcript to his next school?

It more about him having to disclose any other schools he's been to if applying.

 

[cyguytillidie]

Fun fact: You can get 5 free shots at Yokes if it's your birthday...
- side effects may in including waking up on your couch the next morning with no clue as to how you got there.

 

[CloneinWDSM]

Fun fact: You can get 5 free shots at Yokes if it's your birthday...
- side effects may in including waking up on your couch the next morning with no clue as to how you got there.

Do they still do the thing where they start with a good tasting shot and by the end it's a horrible shot?

 

[cyguytillidie]

Do they still do the thing where they start with a good tasting shot and by the end it's a horrible shot?

I remember jager was first, then tiquela, rumchata, and then two more I don't recall.

 

[CyDude16]

I remember jager was first, then tiquela, rumchata, and then two more I don't recall.

Jaeger, tequila/grenadine, rumchatta, gin/tobasco sauce, then ends with rumpelmenz