The liquor situation at Wacken.

[Quark]

haha, yeah he's a real pro.

The best/worst part is, when he's got to choose, it takes at least 15min. for him to make his choice. But in the end he'll always have one.

 

[Colamann3798]

I figure since it gets chilly at night that will probably keep the beer cool enough.

Putting the beer directly on the ground, and an insulation mat on top works pretty well. The ground will still be cool when the air has already warmed up.

 

[Tri-6]

So what are the great local brews in Hamburg? I'll be there most of the 10 days I'm there outside of the 4 up in Wacken.

 

[Zombi]

So what are the great local brews in Hamburg? I'll be there most of the 10 days I'm there outside of the 4 up in Wacken.

Holsten and Astra are both made in Hamburg. I really like Astra but I'm not sure how either are viewed in the grand scheme of quality beers.

 

[Flatmus]

Groeninger in Hamburg, is always worth a visit...

 

[UltimoAviso]

Putting the beer directly on the ground, and an insulation mat on top works pretty well. The ground will still be cool when the air has already warmed up.

I usually leave a can in my boot outside my tent, it works rather nicely and provides a great morning pick me up

 

[agresionpower]

I usually leave a can in my boot outside my tent, it works rather nicely and provides a great morning pick me up

hmm, this actually sounds like a great idea

 

[Alix]

hmm, this actually sounds like a great idea

What's the likelihood of boots being stolen at Wacken? I remember hearing organised crime gangs targeting Bloodstock in 2010, and the usual things were taken/stolen (car keys, wallets/money, phones, electronics), but I also read reports of them stealing boots as well.

 

[agresionpower]

What's the likelihood of boots being stolen at Wacken? I remember hearing organised crime gangs targeting Bloodstock in 2010, and the usual things were taken/stolen (car keys, wallets/money, phones, electronics), but I also read reports of them stealing boots as well.

I have no idea actually...

 

[Colamann3798]

What's the likelihood of boots being stolen at Wacken? I remember hearing organised crime gangs targeting Bloodstock in 2010, and the usual things were taken/stolen (car keys, wallets/money, phones, electronics), but I also read reports of them stealing boots as well.

I guess anyone desperate enough to steal my pair of stinky, worn out, mud crusted boots at a festival needs them more than I do

 

[Alix]

I guess anyone desperate enough to steal my pair of stinky, worn out, mud crusted boots at a festival needs them more than I do

Ah true. The mud situation that year was nearly the same as Wacken last year and all the sensible Brits brought wellies, but I guess there would have been plenty of goths with their fancy boots who may have been targeted.

 

[tDa]

As was mentioned previously in this thread, you can buy beer at a supermarket outside the festival - be prepared for a bit of a walk, though (even though most of it is likely to be just getting from the campgrounds to the festival entrance/exit). It's mostly pilsners, but they're pretty damn cheap.
They also had some cheap wine. Again, nothing for connoisseurs, but hey, it's a festival.

If you don't feel like breaking your back carrying them, I noticed some clever kids outside the festival on bicycles with small trailers attached offering to transport your stuff for money. I should've gone for it, rather than carrying two trayloads of beer - was exhausted afterwards, and missed a concert I wanted to go to.

Also, my two cents on the cooling discussion: Buy a bucket, fill it with water, put beer into it. Cover it with a tarp/plastic bag/whatever so it doesn't get hit by direct sunlight. It'll cool during the night, and keep your beer nice and cold throughout the day. Dirt cheap, to boot.

One final note: The beergardens are worth visiting, despite the relative priciness - proper beer is proper beer, after all. I loved Franziskaner's presence. Wouldn't have minded a Guinness garden, too.

 

[Tri-6]

Thanks for the tips! I just want to make sure I don't neglect my alcoholism during the festival.

 

[UltimoAviso]

hmm, this actually sounds like a great idea

Yes, tall boots with a side zipper in the night air provided me with the needed morning nourishment and refresh

 

[Brainspiller83]

Will there be anywhere to purchase a cheap cooler and ice at the festival? either in the village or at the festival grounds? I'll drink warm beer by the case if it comes to that but I'd rather not.

I found the best way to keep drinks cool is to put my bag and loads of clothes over the top so its kept dark and leave it near the edge of the tent to get a bit of ventilation. This worked very well.

I have seen cool boxes that double up as a stool to sit on and can fold up to a decent size. May be worth considering!