[G Trooper]

(07-28-2013 11:32 AM)Vicious Wrote:  

I'm however comparing Brickell to the areas mentioned in the original post. Like you say yourself 90% of your recommendations are centered around Miami Beach. Reaching Miami Beach from Brickell I would argue is not a "quick cab ride away". The causeways can easily take 40 mins on a bad night. If there's a Heat game you can be gridlocked for an hour.

Wrong...just take the 195 causeway. Brickell to South Beach in 20 min.

[thegmanifesto]

(07-28-2013 11:48 AM)G Trooper Wrote:  

(07-28-2013 11:32 AM)Vicious Wrote:  

I'm however comparing Brickell to the areas mentioned in the original post. Like you say yourself 90% of your recommendations are centered around Miami Beach. Reaching Miami Beach from Brickell I would argue is not a "quick cab ride away". The causeways can easily take 40 mins on a bad night. If there's a Heat game you can be gridlocked for an hour.

Wrong...just take the 195 causeway. Brickell to South Beach in 20 min.

Yeah. As wrong as can be.

Take the Venetian Causeway.

Brickell to South Beach in 15 minutes.

Maybe 10 minutes.

Boom.

It is almost amazing that every criticism of Miami is not based on facts or reality.

This thread has made me think that Miami might be the most misunderstood city in America.

[G Trooper]

(07-28-2013 02:51 PM)thegmanifesto Wrote:  

Take the Venetian Causeway.

Brickell to South Beach in 15 minutes.

Maybe 10 minutes.

Boom.

That's right...I'll check it next trip to SoBe...just going to need to have some cheddar for the toll.

(07-28-2013 02:51 PM)thegmanifesto Wrote:  

It is almost amazing that every criticism of Miami is not based on facts or reality.

This thread has made me think that Miami might be the most misunderstood city in America.

Definitely misunderstood and I feel like it gets a lot of hate from the outsiders. The haters can go ahead and hate away, more smoking hotties for us.

[Vicious]

Those are the exact causeways I was talking about.

I have a lot of love for Miami as prove by my data sheet from almost a year ago:
http://www.rooshvforum.network/thread-17550.html

But you're really sugar coating the traffic conditions on the causeways.

[thegmanifesto]

Well, you are disagreeing with G Trooper who has lived there at least two years. G Trooper, how long have you lived there?

I was there for 8 months.

Never once was I caught in gridlock for an hour on the causeways. I don't even recall what I would consider "traffic" either.

My main girl lives in Wynwood/Edgewater and I probably took the MacArthur Causeway to her house no less than 20 times on Friday and Saturday nights. Never once did I encounter traffic. I can get to her crib in 10-12 minutes.

The Venetian would have had less traffic.

Maybe we are just lucky.

Keep in mind, from your posts, I know you go out early, maybe you are running into rush hour. I never leave the house before 8-9 (which is preferable in Miami).

I mean hell, you can ride a bike from South Beach to Brickell in 30 minutes. Hipsters do that sh*t all the time. At night even.

On top of that, the issue was "logistics" in Brickell. You are still minutes away from Midtown, Design and Wynwood. And walking distance to bars, clubs and restaurants. That spells good logistics in my book.

Also, I have never seen traffic once on the Venetian. Maybe during a Heat Game, Art Basel and a four car pile up.

But yeah, if "traffic problems" keep guys away, all the better.

In the spirit of the thread, you are more likely to run into traffic issues in Montreal in summer, especially during weekends and festivals.

[G Trooper]

I've been down here 3 and a half years...and since I drive all day long (outside sales), I know where traffic gets nasty.

The only area that really blows to drive in is Kendall...but who goes that way anyway haha.

G,

I noticed you mentioned Midtown...I need to scope that area out, I feel like it might be loaded with some top Miami talent.

[thegmanifesto]

(07-20-2013 03:42 PM)InternationPlayboy Wrote:  

Yeah regarding accessibility in Miami hen is spot on. I'm not sure how it is in Montreal. Unless you're ready to drop some coin, there's a good chance you're not getting into the hot spots unless you're willing to wait an hour, and even then it's still a decent chance you're not getting in.

Yeah, I would say Montreal is millions of times easier than Miami as far as accessibility.

Door guys are pretty cool there, unlike Miami where it can be pretty damn hit or miss to put it kindly.

The highest end places on the busiest nights in Montreal are still accessible if you have some "door Game", whereas some Miami doors are un-breachable on certain events and nights.

I am racking my brain and trying to think if I have ever been denied entry in Montreal and I can't think of an instance. I have cut huge lines there "cold".

[Santoro]

I can't speak on Montreal, haven't had the opportunity to visit yet.

For Miami...I would agree that being older does matter. I've seen about a 10% increase in callbacks of new leads since donning more formal attire and growing a beard that makes me look 'older'.

Old feel: Edgy rocker. Did well in LA and Chicago, no one gave a shit about that style in Miami.

Adjusted vibe: sophisticated career type that moonlights as a musician. Better received.

People used to guess my age at 22. Now it's 27. For me that has been a big step forward in this city.

For those unfamiliar with the latin nightlife terms 'gata' and 'lobo', look them up. They describe a good 80% of the kind of people you'll meet once it's dark in Miami. There are certain things all the 'gatas' look for, and there are ways to befriend the so-called 'lobos'. Once you understand that cultural nightlife dynamic Miami becomes much easier to hustle.

[thegmanifesto]

(07-30-2013 05:07 PM)chambs88 Wrote:  

I can't speak on Montreal, haven't had the opportunity to visit yet.

For Miami...I would agree that being older does matter. I've seen about a 10% increase in callbacks of new leads since donning more formal attire and growing a beard that makes me look 'older'.

Old feel: Edgy rocker. Did well in LA and Chicago, no one gave a shit about that style in Miami.

Adjusted vibe: sophisticated career type that moonlights as a musician. Better received.

People used to guess my age at 22. Now it's 27. For me that has been a big step forward in this city.

For those unfamiliar with the latin nightlife terms 'gata' and 'lobo', look them up. They describe a good 80% of the kind of people you'll meet once it's dark in Miami. There are certain things all the 'gatas' look for, and there are ways to befriend the so-called 'lobos'. Once you understand that cultural nightlife dynamic Miami becomes much easier to hustle.

chambs88, can you expand on that a little?

[Hencredible Casanova]

(07-30-2013 07:17 AM)thegmanifesto Wrote:  

(07-20-2013 03:42 PM)InternationPlayboy Wrote:  

Yeah regarding accessibility in Miami hen is spot on. I'm not sure how it is in Montreal. Unless you're ready to drop some coin, there's a good chance you're not getting into the hot spots unless you're willing to wait an hour, and even then it's still a decent chance you're not getting in.

Yeah, I would say Montreal is millions of times easier than Miami as far as accessibility.

Door guys are pretty cool there, unlike Miami where it can be pretty damn hit or miss to put it kindly.

The highest end places on the busiest nights in Montreal are still accessible if you have some "door Game", whereas some Miami doors are un-breachable on certain events and nights.

I am racking my brain and trying to think if I have ever been denied entry in Montreal and I can't think of an instance. I have cut huge lines there "cold".

Exactly. I have never been denied entry in Montreal. Even in primetime venues on big nights. Bouncers are chill up there.

Miami/NYC can be impossible on some nights. Even with contacts. Your connect will literally have to come out and get you. That's just to get in. You still gotta pay. The reason being it's more political in those cities. Like in NYC, I would name drop a promoter who knew one of my acquaintances because he would drop a lot of money on table service on the night those promoters were working. So they already had a history. He took care of those guys so they look out in return. If there's no ROI, then flat out, they are not looking out. Doesn't matter how you dress, look, etc. I've seen immaculate playboys get shut out cold. Only possible exception is if you've got one or more chicks in tow. Even then, you're still paying to get in. That's why I say one strategy is to approach a group of chicks at the end of the line and talk them up a bit and go in as one group.

[Santoro]

G- I'm not 100% in the clear on this, but this is my understanding.

You already know, gata=cat, lobo=wolf. A 'gata' wants to strut her stuff and be the hottest, most feminine girl in the room. The lobo is the guy that has the money, looks hard, and is more likely leaning back at his table than putting his hands in the air to music. It's a similar style that you'll see in telenovelas (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gata_Salvaje)

or music videos

Gata Gangster

This is akin to latin hipster-speak in the fact that most people act this way, but few people self-identify as that character. It's supposed to be inherent, not something you 'act as'. You wouldn't joke about calling a target a gata at first. It would be like calling someone out for trying too hard. But you would point to a group across the room and casually remark about those 'gatas y lobos'. It would be akin to seeing an american in jean shorts and flannel and saying 'look at that f*cking hipster'. Or late in a conversation you would nickname a target 'gatita salvaje'. Great way to both underhand compliment and demonstrate value/familiarity with the latin culture. The younger the target, the better this works. It's prevalent in Colombian and Venezuelan culture, and might be in others but I don't know for sure.

[Pilgrim37]

A funny look at Miami in the 80's with Clive James Postcard from series

I was there in 2001/2002 for a few months and had a great time...

[Randiya]

Miami is a f*cking awesome place to visit as a tourist. Chill on South Beach and party at night.

Nikki Beach (Miami) is probably the best club I have been to in North American. Good mix of Latinas and European women.

That said, I would not want to live in Miami permanently, just vist time-to-time.

[Randiya]

I stayed at three different hostels in Miami (Miami Beach International Hostel, Jazz on South Beach and South Beach).

Miami Beach International Hostel - had a lot of hot white women under 26. Good place to party and f*ck around.

South Beach Hostel - Older tourists (over age 25). More chilled. Not as much partying.

Jazz on South Beach - Hot European women. Very hot.

I interacted with a chick from Spain and Canada. I did not f*ck either of them (I am beta), but I had a ton of fun partying with them and chillin on South Beach.

I love the European female tourists in Miami. so many hotties!!

[wsidemd]

How about another category for any Miami/Montreal experts...if you had to spend the majority of your time and live there, what city takes it?

I'm talking full-time - at max a couple weeks off per year.

[thegmanifesto]

(08-04-2013 05:53 PM)wsidemd Wrote:  

How about another category for any Miami/Montreal experts...if you had to spend the majority of your time and live there, what city takes it?

I'm talking full-time - at max a couple weeks off per year.

Miami no question.

Miami has 3 months of uncomfortable heat (typically).

Montreal probably has 6 months of unbearable winter (being generous here. It could be 7-8 months).

Keep in mind I haven't lived in each for a year, but that is what I am guessing by what I know, I hear and looking at weather data sheets.

Also, last summer in Montreal was amazing weather. This summer no where close. It has rained a lot and been either cold or hot. Last summer was perfection for 3 and half months.

As an aside, Miami has been super mild this summer. Unbelievably close to Montreal in weather (minus the cold days).

If the worst time of the year in Miami is comparable to the best time in Montreal, then it's a wrap.

Miami easily wins on the annual competition by brutal body shot KO.

[PABeaulieu]

I cannot compare Miami and Montreal because I never went to Florida, but I lived for a year in Montreal and I can tell you that there is a fine concentration of pretty women there if you compare it to the rest of the province, and it is more multicultural too. In regions like the Gaspe (where I live) or on the North Shore, choice is not that good.

[Mojorisin808]

@G, I'm looking to spend this winter in South Beach and want to rent a furnished apartment with tight logistics for 3 months. Do you recommend airbnb, craigslist, real estate agency?

Is a car necessary down there?

Thanks.

[thegmanifesto]

(08-07-2013 03:17 PM)Mojorisin808 Wrote:  

@G, I'm looking to spend this winter in South Beach and want to rent a furnished apartment with tight logistics for 3 months. Do you recommend airbnb, craigslist, real estate agency?

I would try airbnb.

The great thing about South Beach is that everywhere you are qualifies as "tight logistics".

Quote:

Is a car necessary down there?

Thanks.

No.

Contrary to popular opinion, you don't need the brand new white Lambo with the red interior.

But I guess it all depends on how much you plan on leaving the beach.

If you need to go to Kendall twice a day, you are going to need a car.

If you plan on partying in Brickell or Coral Gables once or twice a month then no.

[thegmanifesto]

(08-02-2013 09:25 AM)Randiya Wrote:  

I stayed at three different hostels in Miami (Miami Beach International Hostel, Jazz on South Beach and South Beach).

Miami Beach International Hostel - had a lot of hot white women under 26. Good place to party and f*ck around.

South Beach Hostel - Older tourists (over age 25). More chilled. Not as much partying.

Jazz on South Beach - Hot European women. Very hot.

I interacted with a chick from Spain and Canada. I did not f*ck either of them (I am beta), but I had a ton of fun partying with them and chillin on South Beach.

I love the European female tourists in Miami. so many hotties!!

This guy got banned, but in my experience those hostels do not hold fly girls.

I have never stayed in them, but I do walk by them frequently, people are usually outside smoking, drinking and chilling.

It is mostly guys, from what I have seen, and the girls are usually weesh. I may have seen a fly girl once or twice if I rack my brain.

I am not saying that they don't have hot girls ever (on paper they should) but I have never really seen it.

South Beach Hostel I think even has a bar with some of the cheapest drinks on the beach, so I have heard, and it actually crossed my mind to get a beer there, but I never have because I never seen fly girls there.

Just to give a different perspective from someone who has walked by those places 100+ times.

[MrRoundtree]

I work by Cavalli now, i've heard you refer it several times. Is it good there for 5 à 7, meeting girls at bars?

[Baron]

G, I was just in Miami Beach for the first time and had dinner at the bar at Prime One Twelve, in large part because of your recommendation (while hearing other people complain about how long they had been waiting despite having a reservation).

Walking back up Ocean Drive, saw a lot of babes but 90% of the other restaurants we saw looked like total rip-off tourist trash. Thanks for the tip and all of the great information you contribute.

[thegmanifesto]

(08-08-2013 09:33 PM)MrRoundtree Wrote:  

I work by Cavalli now, i've heard you refer it several times. Is it good there for 5 à 7, meeting girls at bars?

Never been there for 5 à 7.

Truthfully, I never do 5 à 7. In fact I hate 5 à 7.

Hell, I don't leave my house before 9:30 to go eat dinner and start my night.

The only think I hate as much as 5 à 7 is maybe brunch.

Cavalli's big night is Thursday. I have a love/hate relationship with the place. It is kind of strange, the place is tailor made for me on paper, but I have had real spotty results there.

If you want 5 à 7, I would go to New City Gas on Thurs.

I went once this summer (got there around 8 or 8:30 I think) and it was decent but seemed weaker than last year.

I just can't get rolling that early. At 8pm I am working out or going for my nightly swim or steam room session.

[thegmanifesto]

(08-08-2013 09:45 PM)Baron Wrote:  

G, I was just in Miami Beach for the first time and had dinner at the bar at Prime One Twelve, in large part because of your recommendation (while hearing other people complain about how long they had been waiting despite having a reservation).

Nice, glad you enjoyed it.

I got to know the sommelier pretty well at Prime Italian (same owners) across the street before he left.

He told me Prime 112 does the most $$$ per square foot of any restaurant in America.

Not sure if that is true, although it is not hard to believe. That place is small, expensive and almost always packed.

There are some really fly girls there.

Quote:

Walking back up Ocean Drive, saw a lot of babes but 90% of the other restaurants we saw looked like total rip-off tourist trash. Thanks for the tip and all of the great information you contribute.

Yeah, I rarely if ever spend time on Ocean Drive.

I might jog by it but other than that, there is nothing for me there.

[Vitriol]

What the G said about hostels on the beach is true. They're usually the low quality girls. I lived very close to one of them for awhile and obviously I wasn't impressed. However, if you go for a morning run at like 7am on the beach near South pointe and the bottom of the beach there are usually pro photographers with models out there.

Pro tip: I went to the Hooters in Coral Gables on Coral Way for the first time today. Minus one or two fugs that is a serious collection of talent. I'm going back next weekend, all these girls must be like 18-23.