Islanders Season Ticket-holders | Part II

[superyan]

Got an email that additional strips for round 2 go on sale Thursday morning!

What time did everyone get compared to what kind of plan you have?

 

[davinhimself]

I had a partial “Pick” plan and have access Friday @ 2:00pm.

 

[Mkdaman1818]

Full season, Thursday 10 AM

 

[RWWallpaper]

I just emailed my ticket rep to find out why I didn’t get that email…

 

[crasherino]

I just emailed my ticket rep to find out why I didn’t get that email…

The Isles front office is trying, but they're still behind the curve as far as seamless operations. I give them a pass as the business operations are now transferring over but you definitely need to be on top of your stuff because otherwise something like this sale will come and go and you won't get notice of it.

For my renewal, I got it about 10 days after everyone else did and it had the wrong price. They worked hard to get it right - my rep was responsive but its a work in progress over there. But I'll take that over an organization that doesn't give a shit.

 

[The Lighthouse]

Full season, Thursday 10 AM

Probably half season guys will get it about an hour or two later, for anyone wondering

 

[davinhimself]

One thing to keep in mind is that the best seats aren't typically released during the first presale(s). They keep them in stock to lure new season ticket holders for next season. By waiting until presale #3 for round 1, I got a strip for seats in Section 26, Row 3 for about the same price as the cheapest seat in the house.

Not sure it will be the same for round 2, but that's my take.

 

[The Lighthouse]

Somebody more familiar with Barclays, let me know what you think. I've upgraded to full season for next year, and I have good seats at the Coliseum, but didnt care as much about my Barclays seats since I cant make it there as often.

My choices were essentially upper level either row 7 on blue line defend twice side or row 11 on center ice attack side. I went with 11. Is that crazy high/tough to see?

 

[Mkdaman1818]

Somebody more familiar with Barclays, let me know what you think. I've upgraded to full season for next year, and I have good seats at the Coliseum, but didnt care as much about my Barclays seats since I cant make it there as often.

My choices were essentially upper level either row 7 on blue line defend twice side or row 11 on center ice attack side. I went with 11. Is that crazy high/tough to see?

The sight lines actually aren’t bad, I just hate the higher rows in the upper deck because the stairs are so steep. And because they’re steep, the sightlines are good (if that makes sense). But it’s not too bad, easy to see.

 

[The Lighthouse]

The sight lines actually aren’t bad, I just hate the higher rows in the upper deck because the stairs are so steep. And because they’re steep, the sightlines are good (if that makes sense). But it’s not too bad, easy to see.

Thanks, appreciate it. I figured the difference between rows 11 and 7 would be worth the attack section.

 

[MJF]

Somebody more familiar with Barclays, let me know what you think. I've upgraded to full season for next year, and I have good seats at the Coliseum, but didnt care as much about my Barclays seats since I cant make it there as often.

My choices were essentially upper level either row 7 on blue line defend twice side or row 11 on center ice attack side. I went with 11. Is that crazy high/tough to see?

The upper deck is high and steep. I believe row10 is even with the top of the scoreboard at Barclays. I’d go with the seats in row 7.

 

[The Lighthouse]

The upper deck is high and steep. I believe row10 is even with the top of the scoreboard at Barclays. I’d go with the seats in row 7.

I'll talk to my rep about it. How strict are they about changing seats?

 

[MJF]

I'll talk to my rep about it. How strict are they about changing seats?

They’ll work with you. The sooner you get the ball rolling the better.

 

[crasherino]

I'll talk to my rep about it. How strict are they about changing seats?

JMO, but at Barclays I think it pays to be behind the net or at least in the corner. Those sections (sect 212-220) are considerably lower than the ones from goal line to goal line as they are only above one level of boxes. The ones in center ice have two levels of luxury boxes making them higher.

I understand that the cache is generally the closer to center ice, the better. But in this instance, I think the height may trump. But that's a personal decision.

Either way, you should go and actually sit in your seat before committing. They'll probably let you switch, no problem, after the season and may even have an event where you can pick your seat out but as someone else suggested - the sooner you do it, the better. If you don't grab it soon, you may lose it.

 

[The Lighthouse]

I reached out to my rep about discussing it. I was actually thinking corner might be good too. All brought up good points, thanks for your help!

 

[superyan]

I had a partial “Pick” plan and have access Friday @ 2:00pm.

Did the email you got say you are purchasing strips, or is it just a presale on Ticketmaster?

 

[davinhimself]

"We are pleased to provide you access to purchase ticket packages for round 2. Your opportunity to purchase will start on Friday, April 19th at 2PM. You will receive another email from us before your sales window opens."

 

[superyan]

Somebody more familiar with Barclays, let me know what you think. I've upgraded to full season for next year, and I have good seats at the Coliseum, but didnt care as much about my Barclays seats since I cant make it there as often.

My choices were essentially upper level either row 7 on blue line defend twice side or row 11 on center ice attack side. I went with 11. Is that crazy high/tough to see?

I forget which side is which, but as crasherino mentioned, 212-220 are really great sections to be in. That being said, I would stay away from 211 & 221. I have had my seats in 210 and 222 and I love this sections. While they are higher, up than 212-220, I love my seats in row 2. Row 3 sucks because of the bar. The 3D seating chart is actually really helpful.

 

[superyan]

"We are pleased to provide you access to purchase ticket packages for round 2. Your opportunity to purchase will start on Friday, April 19th at 2PM. You will receive another email from us before your sales window opens."

That looks like strips. Fingers crossed.

 

[Riseonfire]

I forget which side is which, but as crasherino mentioned, 212-220 are really great sections to be in. That being said, I would stay away from 211 & 221. I have had my seats in 210 and 222 and I love this sections. While they are higher, up than 212-220, I love my seats in row 2. Row 3 sucks because of the bar. The 3D seating chart is actually really helpful.

Wonder if you sit near me. I'm 222 row 3 at barclays. I'm right next to the stairs so I don't have a bar but a glass plate in front of me. Not really an annoyance.

Anyone looking for tickets, I personally feel 222 or 210 (the section across) give the best value.

 

[superyan]

Wonder if you sit near me. I'm 222 row 3 at barclays. I'm right next to the stairs so I don't have a bar but a glass plate in front of me. Not really an annoyance.

Anyone looking for tickets, I personally feel 222 or 210 (the section across) give the best value.

I just sent you a PM....

I think that 222 and 210 used to the the best value. They have become slightly worse. Since the Isles took back control, they have eliminated a lot of price points and either rounded them up or down. 222 and 210 got rounded up. I paid 25 this season and will be paying 32 next season.

 

[The Lighthouse]

Again, thanks to you guys for all the info!

 

[crasherino]

Again, thanks to you guys for all the info!

One other thing that people alluded to here - there are tons of bars and railings in the "lower" upper deck. You really need to look at your actual seat to see if its completely unobstructed. When I went to Barclays to preview seats when it first opened, I was struck by how many railings there were and the potential to really obstruct a view. One seat may be great and the seat next to it may suck. I ultimately ended up in the 100s but I really liked the view from 220 as well.

Others have pointed out other sections upstairs so take all it in, but for sure, for sure go and sit in your seat before you commit to a full season in that seat. You very well may have a metal bar or plexi-glass right in your view.

 

[superyan]

If anyone here gets the email, can you post it here? Last time, mine came a little late.

 

[Mkdaman1818]

If anyone here gets the email, can you post it here? Last time, mine came a little late.

Same here, I think they were all late in general