| pio!pio! | 08-30-2006 08:25 PM |
Going to an F1 race..Montreal or Indy?
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I would love to goto Montreal...but Indy just seem so much cheaper
The flights to Montreal F1 weekend arel ike 700 roundtrip from LA, but to Indy it's like 300 round trip...and then ticket prices are double that of Indy...
any tips to going to the Canadian F1 race but on a USGP budget?
The flights to Montreal F1 weekend arel ike 700 roundtrip from LA, but to Indy it's like 300 round trip...and then ticket prices are double that of Indy...
any tips to going to the Canadian F1 race but on a USGP budget?
| StuBeck | 08-30-2006 08:34 PM |
The biggest problem I see with Montreal is you are stuck at your seat for the entire weekend, so if you don't like it you won't get anywhere else to go. I've only been to Indy though, where you can go basically anywhere except race day, where you can go to a seat in the stands or the in field.
I plan to go to both though before I leave the country.
I plan to go to both though before I leave the country.
| pio!pio! | 08-30-2006 08:42 PM |
i would b going for my bachelor party :P o i'm looking to minimze cost to the people coming w/ me.....dont wanna force them to spend a grand if they dont have to
it looks like i could pull off indy for 600 a person....but montreal looks more like 800+ a person (i think the montreal flights are incorrect..as other dates show 300 roundtrip)
it looks like i could pull off indy for 600 a person....but montreal looks more like 800+ a person (i think the montreal flights are incorrect..as other dates show 300 roundtrip)
| schuey_1 | 08-30-2006 08:49 PM |
My advice to you bring alot of water and snack don't waste your money buying food or water at the track they are so expensive.I've been to INDY(2x),MONZA,MALAYSIA so i like the best is monza cause after the race is done you can run in the track like this :banana:
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| Jay911 | 08-30-2006 09:19 PM |
You're less likely to get struck in the head by a beer bottle in Montreal, IMO
| JZ oo7 | 08-31-2006 02:50 AM |
what's the story with the 2007 USGP? an USGP is on the calender, but will it still be at Indy? hell, if you have the money go to both since they are a week apart and are both in the east coast.
| StuBeck | 08-31-2006 11:11 AM |
Its Indy, no other track in this country can support a GP, and Indy is in the middle of the cuontry, not the east coast.
| nKoan | 08-31-2006 11:22 AM |
Yeah, Indy got a 1 year extension for the USGP.
As for the two tracks, I went to Montreal this year and it was a blast. I think I ended up spending about $1000 alone on plane tickets, room and race tickets. Thats not counting food for a week and souviners.
As for the two tracks, I went to Montreal this year and it was a blast. I think I ended up spending about $1000 alone on plane tickets, room and race tickets. Thats not counting food for a week and souviners.
| AshyLarry | 08-31-2006 12:47 PM |
I went to montreal this year and will definetly go again next year. You can't go wrong with either but the allure of canada and its strange laws was very fun...
| culturedetox | 08-31-2006 01:33 PM |
every time I've been to Indy, there is always something that runs afoul.
last year was the tire issue :mad:
and in 2001, I didnt get to see the race, only practice and qualifying because of the lack of flights at the time. I had to leave early and miss the race only to have the flight delayed because the landing gear was in need of a repair, to where I could of stayed for the whole race, but I can't blame anyone for that one. :sad:
I told myself that next time, its going to be in Canada. or Monaco if I can dream. :lol:
-patrick
last year was the tire issue :mad:
and in 2001, I didnt get to see the race, only practice and qualifying because of the lack of flights at the time. I had to leave early and miss the race only to have the flight delayed because the landing gear was in need of a repair, to where I could of stayed for the whole race, but I can't blame anyone for that one. :sad:
I told myself that next time, its going to be in Canada. or Monaco if I can dream. :lol:
-patrick
| drf | 08-31-2006 02:32 PM |
I went to Montreal this year, and it was fantastic.
Having said that, it was VERY EXPENSIVE. We didn't get race tickets until late, and so we couldn't book airfare and hotel until then. Roundtrip from LAX was $1100 (Air Canada is the only carrier that flies direct from LA to Montreal). Hotel downtown was also very expensive. All told, airfare, 4 nights hotel, and the best race tickets added up to over 2.5 grand. That's before any spending on nightlife, and souvenirs. I'm pretty sure it could be done for much less if you spent less on the race tickets and hotel, as well as bought plane tickets earlier.
But it was a great time. The fans are great people, very knowledgable and enthusiastic. I'd been following F1 since '88, but the people we were sitting next to had been attending the Canadian GP since '77! We were able to watch practice from several points on the track. We also ran onto the track after the race, saw Alonso being carried on the shoulders of his teammates, and walked the track, taking pictures at the famous areas. I was also lucky enough to meet Heidfeld and get his autograph (BMW is my team) at the airport.
Having said that, it was VERY EXPENSIVE. We didn't get race tickets until late, and so we couldn't book airfare and hotel until then. Roundtrip from LAX was $1100 (Air Canada is the only carrier that flies direct from LA to Montreal). Hotel downtown was also very expensive. All told, airfare, 4 nights hotel, and the best race tickets added up to over 2.5 grand. That's before any spending on nightlife, and souvenirs. I'm pretty sure it could be done for much less if you spent less on the race tickets and hotel, as well as bought plane tickets earlier.
But it was a great time. The fans are great people, very knowledgable and enthusiastic. I'd been following F1 since '88, but the people we were sitting next to had been attending the Canadian GP since '77! We were able to watch practice from several points on the track. We also ran onto the track after the race, saw Alonso being carried on the shoulders of his teammates, and walked the track, taking pictures at the famous areas. I was also lucky enough to meet Heidfeld and get his autograph (BMW is my team) at the airport.
| enduroshark | 08-31-2006 03:28 PM |
Montreal, hands down.
| red5001 | 08-31-2006 03:50 PM |
I would say actually to watch the race Indy has better viewing overall. You can see more of the track. Montreal or at least were I was you could only really see one corner and if you don't have grand stand seat forget about really seeing anything. However for the party and all of the other Grand prix festivies Montreal is the best. I might try to go to montreal just for the festivities and then Indy for the race (I got good seats at Indy).
| AshyLarry | 08-31-2006 04:11 PM |
^ What grandstand were you in?
| Scoob5555 | 08-31-2006 08:12 PM |
Montreal is obviously a better course, but Indy has better viewing of more of the course (or at least more places in the venue to see more of the race). Indy is cheap, the people are very nice, and it may well be the last USGP (at Indy at least). If they hadn't moved the dates for 2007 I'd go back.
| GarySheehan | 08-31-2006 09:16 PM |
Montreal for sure. I've been twice. Beautiful track and amazing city. You will really get the European feel of F1 in Montreal.
I believe you can still walk around in General Admission, even with tickets for seats.
I've got some old photos I need to dig up...
Gary
Sheehan Motor Racing
[url]www.teamSMR.com[/url]
I believe you can still walk around in General Admission, even with tickets for seats.
I've got some old photos I need to dig up...
Gary
Sheehan Motor Racing
[url]www.teamSMR.com[/url]
| red5001 | 08-31-2006 09:52 PM |
[QUOTE=AshyLarry;15090898]^ What grandstand were you in?[/QUOTE]
I was in grandstand H ( I think it is) right by the turn 1.
I was in grandstand H ( I think it is) right by the turn 1.
| wrxtasy555 | 08-31-2006 10:05 PM |
I'm glad you brought up this question. I went to Indy the last 2 yrs and have been thinking about Montreal for next season. Originally because I didn't hear about the 1 yr extension. After reviewing the tracks I can see why the people state Indy has better viewing. The first time we went (2005: Tire SNAFU) we had reserved seats. After the start we walkthe general admission anyway and decided to go general admission this past race. It was only $60 for the whole weekend and there are tons of places to sit and see the race with the freedom to move around all day.
I think the only reason we may go to Montreal in 07 is to do something different. Indy really is a great track and if you or your friends haven't been to an F1 race there is nothing like hearing an F1 car come screaming around turn 13 at 190mph from the main grand stand. It's quite an unbelievable sound. Don't forget your earplugs ;)
I think the only reason we may go to Montreal in 07 is to do something different. Indy really is a great track and if you or your friends haven't been to an F1 race there is nothing like hearing an F1 car come screaming around turn 13 at 190mph from the main grand stand. It's quite an unbelievable sound. Don't forget your earplugs ;)
| NYEJ25 | 08-31-2006 10:49 PM |
Montreal for sure. I have done both. Montreal is more expensive but worth every penny. Go to Montreal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
| grandpa rex | 09-01-2006 06:54 AM |
Been to Montreal 9x, Indy 3x
Montreal: exotic, european feel, great nightlife, great public transportation, beautiful euro-babes, the best girly bars. Track is crowded. Porta potties. One seat for the whole weekend. GA will get you a brief peek at cars going by at 180mph. Very expensive
Indy: midwestern and feels like it. there is life after dark, but remember it's Indy. Gotta drive everywhere un less you're staying downtown. Track is easy to get around, can sit almost anywhere Fri and Sat. Easy to see action from lots of angles. Best seats are at turn 1, where you can sit for quals, but are sold our for the race. Indoor toilets. Very inexpensive.
WE used to drive to Montreal, but still the weekend cost us 1500+
Indy last year: $100 for tickets, flew in on frequent flyer tix, hotel was $100 for 3 days ($300 split 3 ways), food and beer $150. Cheap.
Can't go wrong either place.
Montreal: exotic, european feel, great nightlife, great public transportation, beautiful euro-babes, the best girly bars. Track is crowded. Porta potties. One seat for the whole weekend. GA will get you a brief peek at cars going by at 180mph. Very expensive
Indy: midwestern and feels like it. there is life after dark, but remember it's Indy. Gotta drive everywhere un less you're staying downtown. Track is easy to get around, can sit almost anywhere Fri and Sat. Easy to see action from lots of angles. Best seats are at turn 1, where you can sit for quals, but are sold our for the race. Indoor toilets. Very inexpensive.
WE used to drive to Montreal, but still the weekend cost us 1500+
Indy last year: $100 for tickets, flew in on frequent flyer tix, hotel was $100 for 3 days ($300 split 3 ways), food and beer $150. Cheap.
Can't go wrong either place.
| wrxtasy555 | 09-01-2006 07:22 PM |
[QUOTE=grandpa rex;15097909]Been to Montreal 9x, Indy 3x
Montreal: exotic, european feel, great nightlife, great public transportation, beautiful euro-babes, the best girly bars. Track is crowded. Porta potties. One seat for the whole weekend. GA will get you a brief peek at cars going by at 180mph. Very expensive
Indy: midwestern and feels like it. there is life after dark, but remember it's Indy. Gotta drive everywhere un less you're staying downtown. Track is easy to get around, can sit almost anywhere Fri and Sat. Easy to see action from lots of angles. Best seats are at turn 1, where you can sit for quals, but are sold our for the race. Indoor toilets. Very inexpensive.
WE used to drive to Montreal, but still the weekend cost us 1500+
Indy last year: $100 for tickets, flew in on frequent flyer tix, hotel was $100 for 3 days ($300 split 3 ways), food and beer $150. Cheap.
Can't go wrong either place.[/QUOTE]
+1 Great breakdown.
Damn, I was hoping to drive up o Montreal this year, is it really that expensive? Even with the exchange rate?
Montreal: exotic, european feel, great nightlife, great public transportation, beautiful euro-babes, the best girly bars. Track is crowded. Porta potties. One seat for the whole weekend. GA will get you a brief peek at cars going by at 180mph. Very expensive
Indy: midwestern and feels like it. there is life after dark, but remember it's Indy. Gotta drive everywhere un less you're staying downtown. Track is easy to get around, can sit almost anywhere Fri and Sat. Easy to see action from lots of angles. Best seats are at turn 1, where you can sit for quals, but are sold our for the race. Indoor toilets. Very inexpensive.
WE used to drive to Montreal, but still the weekend cost us 1500+
Indy last year: $100 for tickets, flew in on frequent flyer tix, hotel was $100 for 3 days ($300 split 3 ways), food and beer $150. Cheap.
Can't go wrong either place.[/QUOTE]
+1 Great breakdown.
Damn, I was hoping to drive up o Montreal this year, is it really that expensive? Even with the exchange rate?
| pio!pio! | 09-01-2006 08:20 PM |
I think I'll do Indy this year (because not all going are race fans)...and future years I will do Montreal w/ a more dedicated group of fellows
| drf | 09-01-2006 08:29 PM |
[QUOTE=wrxtasy555;15106067]+1 Great breakdown.
Damn, I was hoping to drive up o Montreal this year, is it really that expensive? Even with the exchange rate?[/QUOTE]
The exchange rate is pretty bad right now. Practically speaking, it's basically 1:1.
Damn, I was hoping to drive up o Montreal this year, is it really that expensive? Even with the exchange rate?[/QUOTE]
The exchange rate is pretty bad right now. Practically speaking, it's basically 1:1.
| f1vlad | 09-01-2006 09:26 PM |
Been to Indy 4 times, loved it a lot and will go back every year. I love the fact that you can pay $60, and get THR-FRI-SAT-SUN admissions and sit wherever you want on the grass.
| wrxtasy555 | 09-01-2006 11:49 PM |
[QUOTE=pio!pio!;15106532]I think I'll do Indy this year (because not all going are race fans)...and future years I will do Montreal w/ a more dedicated group of fellows[/QUOTE]
If you do end up to go to Indy try and have dinner at Mikados downtown the night before the race. Most of the drivers eat there the night before. It's a Japanese steak house.
If you do end up to go to Indy try and have dinner at Mikados downtown the night before the race. Most of the drivers eat there the night before. It's a Japanese steak house.
| pio!pio! | 09-13-2006 04:21 PM |
Hey so I have a question about Indy
Having never been there, you have to apply for race tix...I don't know how many people in my group will come...can I apply for..say 8 tix..and then only buy 6?
How does that work?
Having never been there, you have to apply for race tix...I don't know how many people in my group will come...can I apply for..say 8 tix..and then only buy 6?
How does that work?
| wrxtasy555 | 09-13-2006 04:49 PM |
You need to apply for tickets because the people that had those seats last year have first pick (reserved seats only). Honestly I am not sure if you have to buy as many tickets as you apply for but the more you apply for the less likely you are to get them together. CAll the ticketing office at 317-492-6700 to find out.
| grandpa rex | 09-14-2006 06:39 AM |
IMHO the only seats worth pre-ordering are ones at or near turn one.
We pre-ordered this year (06) because we got Michelin freebies when we bought.
Other years, and in the future, we'll either buy at the ticket office or from scalpers.
Fri and Sat are general admission anyway, and you can easily get a seat at turn 1 for quals.
We pre-ordered this year (06) because we got Michelin freebies when we bought.
Other years, and in the future, we'll either buy at the ticket office or from scalpers.
Fri and Sat are general admission anyway, and you can easily get a seat at turn 1 for quals.
| wrxtasy555 | 09-14-2006 10:25 AM |
I had turn 1 seats in 05. We were there for the whole tire SNAFU and ended up walking in the general admission are the rest of the race. This year we used he Michelin refund to just purchase weekend general addmission tickets and were happy although we did miss the mess in turn one, lap one. That's all the reserved seats are good for IMHO. If you aren't an advid watcher and just wants to go to a great race, start with general admission tickets. You can but them all the way up to race day without worry about being sold out so you don't have to pre-order a set amount of tickets.
I'm actually think about going to Montreal this year (same distance to drive from DC). CAn some of you guys that have already been give me some tips please? Things to watch out for? It'll be my first time to Montreal.
Thanks.
I'm actually think about going to Montreal this year (same distance to drive from DC). CAn some of you guys that have already been give me some tips please? Things to watch out for? It'll be my first time to Montreal.
Thanks.
| GooseMan | 09-14-2006 10:41 AM |
Montreal is a great place to watch F1 races IMHO. It's pretty much the most European city in all of North America, and you WILL feel like you are in Europe while you are here...so you will get the best F1 "feeling" this side of the Atlantic. 90% similar to a race overseas, but at half the cost.
I try to go every year...a few times I had actual seats, sometimes I just go with General Admission tickets. If you get there early enough and find a good spot, you can catch some of the action. I just like being there...the sights, sounds and smell of the race! Plus there are big screens all around so you can watch the race.
But if you have the cash, try to get good seats. I dont know how much tickets are for the USGP, but I always assumed F1 tickets are expensive in general.
Other than that, Montreal is a great city! Hot girls, great restaurants and nightlife. It's true that its expensive, but thats only because all hotels etc jack up the price for F1 weekend :p
You can get a hotel near the airport or somewhere else cut down on costs, and take the metro downtown or rent a car, might be cheaper.
But yeah, if you REALLY want a genuine, European feel to the race (and F1 is European, after all), then Montreal is the place to be ;)
I try to go every year...a few times I had actual seats, sometimes I just go with General Admission tickets. If you get there early enough and find a good spot, you can catch some of the action. I just like being there...the sights, sounds and smell of the race! Plus there are big screens all around so you can watch the race.
But if you have the cash, try to get good seats. I dont know how much tickets are for the USGP, but I always assumed F1 tickets are expensive in general.
Other than that, Montreal is a great city! Hot girls, great restaurants and nightlife. It's true that its expensive, but thats only because all hotels etc jack up the price for F1 weekend :p
You can get a hotel near the airport or somewhere else cut down on costs, and take the metro downtown or rent a car, might be cheaper.
But yeah, if you REALLY want a genuine, European feel to the race (and F1 is European, after all), then Montreal is the place to be ;)
| AshyLarry | 09-14-2006 12:08 PM |
[QUOTE=red5001;15094939]I was in grandstand H ( I think it is) right by the turn 1.[/QUOTE]
Ha thats cool, I was also near turn 1 and 2, I thought I had a pretty good view. Next year we're hoping for the same if not better seats.
Ha thats cool, I was also near turn 1 and 2, I thought I had a pretty good view. Next year we're hoping for the same if not better seats.
| Slick Nick | 09-15-2006 03:25 AM |
I'm planning on going to Indy next year (I was going to go to Montreal but the schedule change means I wont be out of school yet). I'm a college student (=not a lot of money) so keeping prices down is a must. So as I understand it GA is the way to go for both costs and also because it allows you to pick where you want to sit during the race and you can still be in the grand stands for quali. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
The real question I have is what should I take with me to the track? Do I need a camping chair or a blanket to sit on or will it basically be standing room only for a view of the track? I'm assuming you can buy food at the track since it is a sporting event but can I bring my own as well? Anything else really important I should know?
Thanks.
-Nick
The real question I have is what should I take with me to the track? Do I need a camping chair or a blanket to sit on or will it basically be standing room only for a view of the track? I'm assuming you can buy food at the track since it is a sporting event but can I bring my own as well? Anything else really important I should know?
Thanks.
-Nick
| grandpa rex | 09-15-2006 07:19 AM |
Plenty of spots, especially at the end of the backstretch to put down charis or blankets and have a great view of the track. Sounds and smells are great from there, too. Only problem there is that there's no jumbotron to see what's up on the rest of the track.
| wrxtasy555 | 09-15-2006 07:27 PM |
[QUOTE=Slick Nick;15254059]I'm planning on going to Indy next year (I was going to go to Montreal but the schedule change means I wont be out of school yet). I'm a college student (=not a lot of money) so keeping prices down is a must. So as I understand it GA is the way to go for both costs and also because it allows you to pick where you want to sit during the race and you can still be in the grand stands for quali. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
The real question I have is what should I take with me to the track? Do I need a camping chair or a blanket to sit on or will it basically be standing room only for a view of the track? I'm assuming you can buy food at the track since it is a sporting event but can I bring my own as well? Anything else really important I should know?
Thanks.
-Nick[/QUOTE]
General admission (at least last year) was $60 for Thurs, fri, sat, and sun. Thursday is nice becuase they have lots of events going on like interviews and random booths but mainly because they open up the pits and you can get as close as you ever would to the cars and crew. GA is great because of price and it still allows you the ability to find a good seat. The only thing the reserve ticket gives you in a spot on race day typically higher up and in positions where the most actions occurs. Most of the track is surrounded by a slight hill that gets your eye up and above the barrier. Yes, the GA ticket allows you to go up in the reserved section for both practice and qualifying. I don't think there is anything like seeing those machine come around that last turn full throttle toward the finish line from the pit grand stand.
You are allowed to bring whatever you want to the track (minus drugs, weapons, and glass bottles). MAKE SURE YOU BRING WATER!!! Otherwise you're going to be spending a fortune to keep yourself hydrated. Once you get there you're not going to be leaving for a while, espectially if you leave at the same time everyone else does. Yuo can also bring your own beer to the track (but they must be in plastic bottles or cans) as well as your own food. Coolers are allowed (I think up to a certain size) and make a good seat option. Speaking of seats they arent neccessary if you don't mind sitting on the ground but a blanket is a good option especially if you plan on moving from spot to spot (which might happen if you want to get different perspectives). Also bring some sunblock, AND USE IT, cause you'll be in the sun all day. The only stand with cover are the expensive pit grand stands. No other stand or GA area has cover.
If you are going to have a car out there consider ordering a parking permit with your tickets. Sure you could pay people nearby to park on their lawn (Everyone out there rents out their front yard for parking, it's crazy) but throughout the weekend you'll end up paying more than the $50 for the parking permit issued out by the race track plus you'll be closer. There is no parking on the street during race day weekend.
If you'd like you can check out my personal pictures from last year to get an idea of what you can expect. [URL="http://www.toddlampone.com/pictures/f1_indianapolis_2006/"]http://www.toddlampone.com/pictures/f1_indianapolis_2006/[/URL] Pay no attention to my friends, I know they're weird.
BOOK YOUR HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND DINNER RESERVATION AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE. I recommend Mikados Japanease Resturant downtown the night before the race. That is where most of the drivers go for dinner.
Feel free to ask me anymore questions.
[IMG]http://www.toddlampone.com/pictures/f1_indianapolis/images/DSC03720.jpg[/IMG]
The real question I have is what should I take with me to the track? Do I need a camping chair or a blanket to sit on or will it basically be standing room only for a view of the track? I'm assuming you can buy food at the track since it is a sporting event but can I bring my own as well? Anything else really important I should know?
Thanks.
-Nick[/QUOTE]
General admission (at least last year) was $60 for Thurs, fri, sat, and sun. Thursday is nice becuase they have lots of events going on like interviews and random booths but mainly because they open up the pits and you can get as close as you ever would to the cars and crew. GA is great because of price and it still allows you the ability to find a good seat. The only thing the reserve ticket gives you in a spot on race day typically higher up and in positions where the most actions occurs. Most of the track is surrounded by a slight hill that gets your eye up and above the barrier. Yes, the GA ticket allows you to go up in the reserved section for both practice and qualifying. I don't think there is anything like seeing those machine come around that last turn full throttle toward the finish line from the pit grand stand.
You are allowed to bring whatever you want to the track (minus drugs, weapons, and glass bottles). MAKE SURE YOU BRING WATER!!! Otherwise you're going to be spending a fortune to keep yourself hydrated. Once you get there you're not going to be leaving for a while, espectially if you leave at the same time everyone else does. Yuo can also bring your own beer to the track (but they must be in plastic bottles or cans) as well as your own food. Coolers are allowed (I think up to a certain size) and make a good seat option. Speaking of seats they arent neccessary if you don't mind sitting on the ground but a blanket is a good option especially if you plan on moving from spot to spot (which might happen if you want to get different perspectives). Also bring some sunblock, AND USE IT, cause you'll be in the sun all day. The only stand with cover are the expensive pit grand stands. No other stand or GA area has cover.
If you are going to have a car out there consider ordering a parking permit with your tickets. Sure you could pay people nearby to park on their lawn (Everyone out there rents out their front yard for parking, it's crazy) but throughout the weekend you'll end up paying more than the $50 for the parking permit issued out by the race track plus you'll be closer. There is no parking on the street during race day weekend.
If you'd like you can check out my personal pictures from last year to get an idea of what you can expect. [URL="http://www.toddlampone.com/pictures/f1_indianapolis_2006/"]http://www.toddlampone.com/pictures/f1_indianapolis_2006/[/URL] Pay no attention to my friends, I know they're weird.
BOOK YOUR HOTEL RESERVATIONS AND DINNER RESERVATION AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE. I recommend Mikados Japanease Resturant downtown the night before the race. That is where most of the drivers go for dinner.
Feel free to ask me anymore questions.
[IMG]http://www.toddlampone.com/pictures/f1_indianapolis/images/DSC03720.jpg[/IMG]
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