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SCG, URGENT QUESTION

Postby Raskill on Sat Jan 21, 2006 9:24 pm

Ahoy folks,

Going to the one dayer tomorrow at the SCG. I want to take the 70-200VR as I'm really near the fence, but I'm worried about not getting it in past the security guys.

Does anyone know of any restrictions on focal length at the SCG?

I thought I read something about this here once before, but can't find anything via searches.

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Postby jethro on Sat Jan 21, 2006 9:27 pm

Dont drug smugglers put their stuff up their butt? The 70-200 might hurt a bit
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Postby Glen on Sat Jan 21, 2006 9:44 pm

Jethro, pissing myself laughing :lol: :lol: :lol:

Raskill, everything I saw was F1 or music related. Look on thier website. Why not carry the camera in with a small lens on it and have the 70-200 in a small bag? Would make it look smaller.
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Postby Killakoala on Sat Jan 21, 2006 9:57 pm

You could ring them before you go. Try this number.

(02) 9360 6601

Alternatively email to reception@scgt.nsw.gov.au
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Postby xerubus on Sat Jan 21, 2006 10:02 pm

from the website:

Patrons are not permitted to bring the following items into the Sydney Cricket Ground:

Alcoholic refreshments
Illicit drugs
Glass bottles or breakable containers
Offensive weapons, including potential missiles
Metal containers, cans
Skateboards, scooters, rollerblades or bicycles
Dogs or other pets
Large eskies (that cannot fit under a grandstand seat)
Flags over 1m x 1m in size
Any item which, as deemed by the Sydney Cricket & Sports Ground Trust, can cause public nuisance or offence to any other user of the venue.
In caring for patron safety we reserve the right to refuse entry to people who are intoxicated and/or disorderly.

No alcohol can be taken from the SCG premises.

All persons' movements upon entering the SCG premises will be subject to monitoring by closed circuit television.

Persons entering the playing area without authorisation will be prosecuted.

Patrons should be aware that sporting equipment such as footballs or cricket balls may be kicked or struck from the playing field into the seating areas during events. Patrons are advised this can occur at any time.

Patrons choosing to leave valuables on the premises do so at their own risk.

Pass outs will not be issued.

All patrons may be subject to bag searches before entering the venue.

Patrons should note that children must be supervised by an accompanying adult at all times while in the venue.

Smoking is only permitted in designated areas at the Sydney Cricket Ground. For assistance in locating these designated areas, please ask a member of the venue's customer service staff.


no mention about photographic gear etc etc.. should be right.

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Postby Glen on Sat Jan 21, 2006 10:06 pm

Well done Mark, I would print that out Alan
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Postby losfp on Sat Jan 21, 2006 10:14 pm

The SCG and MCG are pretty good - never had any problems taking my 70-300 in. They don't allow video cameras, which is fair enough.
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Postby Dug on Sat Jan 21, 2006 11:19 pm

jethro wrote:Dont drug smugglers put their stuff up their butt? The 70-200 might hurt a bit
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Have you never heard of putting Vaseline on your lens?

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

sorry Doug :( :oops:
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Postby Glen on Sat Jan 21, 2006 11:32 pm

:lol: :lol: :lol:
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Postby stubbsy on Sat Jan 21, 2006 11:46 pm

Jethro, Doug ROTFLMAO :D
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Postby Raskill on Sun Jan 22, 2006 12:06 am

Thanks folks, I had a look at the website, but clearly not a good enough look. Got sort of distracted by the price of a gold membership to the SCG.

I'm taking the camera with the 50mm on it, VR will be packed away in soft case in backpack. Looks not to bad.

Hoping for a good day, if I get anything worthwhile it'll be posted for criticism by Monday night :D

Heres to a good day drinking light beer!!!
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Postby Paul on Sun Jan 22, 2006 1:35 am

Raskill,
I've been to the SCG with my 70-200VR and had no problems with entry. :D
Even today at the twenty/20 final with NSW v VIC at North Sydney Oval there was no problem.
Even with a 1.7TC I'm sure you'll be fine (or fined :wink: )

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Postby nito on Sun Jan 22, 2006 2:24 am

Dug wrote:
jethro wrote:Dont drug smugglers put their stuff up their butt? The 70-200 might hurt a bit
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Have you never heard of putting Vaseline on your lens?

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

sorry Doug :( :oops:


You need to find a BIG condom too. :D :D :D
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MCG

Postby hotpasta on Sun Jan 22, 2006 9:18 am

I have taken a 50-500mm Sigma which extends to over a third of a metre long to the MCG and have not been stopped. I have been asked if it is video, but I have bnever been stopped there.

I was on the fence for a footy game and a grounds guy came and said, for my information, that I cannot legally bring lenses that size in and the limit is 200mm. I said that many people with their compact digitals go way over that. Anyhow, he said, 'just for your info...I am just letting you know'. He was nice about it.

However at the tennis this week, I was waiting for my wife and I had a 400mm lens in my bag. I saw some people who obviously came from overseas, and some locals, lined up at the cloak shed handing in some amazing gear. One guy from Canada handed in a 300mm VR lens. I felt for him and was thinking they were going to send me to the cloak room.

Fortunately, we had a pass to the superbox. As we were approaching the gate, one official saw our blue envelope and said, 'Superboxes this way'. NO BAG CHECK AT ALL. Straight through. It was great!

I got some great shots of Serena Williams.

I agree with a previous post...put a smaller lens on and put the 200 in another bag with the drinks and chips. Once you are in, no one really cares.

I think it's a bad thing that we cannot take our cameras in. that means Getty's get it all and we enthusiasts get nothing. We should protest!
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Re: MCG

Postby gstark on Sun Jan 22, 2006 10:13 am

hotpasta wrote:I have taken a 50-500mm Sigma which extends to over a third of a metre long to the MCG and have not been stopped. I have been asked if it is video, but I have bnever been stopped there.


The 200mm limit also applies for the Melbourne F1GP, which is one reason that we're heading (all things being otherwise ok) to Malaysia this year.

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Re: MCG

Postby MCWB on Sun Jan 22, 2006 12:26 pm

gstark wrote:The 200mm limit also applies for the Melbourne F1GP, which is one reason that we're heading (all things being otherwise ok) to Malaysia this year.

Just FYI it's 300 mm now, see section 5(p) of the Conditions of Entry.

Sepang should be great, looking forward to your pics already! :)

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Re: MCG

Postby ozczecho on Sun Jan 22, 2006 12:42 pm

MCWB wrote:
gstark wrote:The 200mm limit also applies for the Melbourne F1GP, which is one reason that we're heading (all things being otherwise ok) to Malaysia this year.

Just FYI it's 300 mm now, see section 5(p) of the Conditions of Entry.

Sepang should be great, looking forward to your pics already! :)

Edit: goddamn it PHPBB sucks formatting URLs that are slightly less than kosher, you have to encode everything!


Trent, thanks for the link. One to keep handy. I am thinking heading down to Melbourne F1GP with the bro if the bro can score some tickets. I'm glad I wont have to stick my 70-200vr down my pants :shock:
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Postby shaunus on Sun Jan 22, 2006 2:14 pm

I'm glad I wont have to stick my 70-200vr down my pants


i took my 70-200 into the gp last year in my bag and didnt get questioned, bonus was i had my 1.7tc with me as well.

also taken it to adelaide oval with no problems.
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Postby hotpasta on Sun Jan 22, 2006 2:18 pm

A teleconverter may need to be a must for future sports photography in restricted venues.
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