CanmoreMike
Registered User
Few things:
1) they're too far off the ice;
2) concessions and overall design of the upper bowl is very cramped;
3) not being able to mingle with people in intermission with the lower bowl.
Number 3 would be my biggest complaint. Many have noted that there is a bit of segregation between the upper bowl and lower. It's very apparent when trying to meet friends or business associates in between periods for a beer.
Ya. I could see the 3rd being a huge issue. At the old barn with a little extra time (maybe you leave your seats with a minute left before intermission) you could pretty much meet anyone anywhere in the building. Here it is a struggle and a real expedition.
I believe Penguins and Wild arenas have the simular upper and lower bowl configuration. Wonder how many fans were ultimately turned off over it?