Classic....

Yesterday, January 2nd (in Kiwiland), we watched the NHL Winter Classic matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Detroit Red Wings. The game was held in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and as you might expect the weather was cold and snowy. It was snowing when the puck dropped and continued to dump on the 100,000 fans packed into bleacher style seating. Every few minutes they had to take "shovel breaks" where a team of 12 skaters would take to the ice with snow shovels to remove the latest layer of white stuff. They even had miniature snowplows that were light enough to clear the ice without cracking it. With temps hovering at -10 C the crowd was continually on the move to try and stay warm. There were a few in the crowd who had carefully considered the conditions and sported ski/snowboard goggles. Admittedly, they looked a little smug knowing their eyes were shielded from the blustery clouds of snowflakes. :) We thoroughly enjoyed the game perched on our couch where, I kid you not, we laughed out loud when we saw people walking by with surf boards tucked under their arms. Love the contrast! Alas, while I know I would freeze instantaneously I would like to someday attend a Winter Classic. I'm planning to bundle up in my best cold weather gear and sit/stand in a sleeping bag. :)