The plans for the Arlington Park

[Lake Shore Drive]

Here's an early release of plans the Bears have for developing Arlington Park. There are several renditions, but it's the 3rd one providing an aerial schematic that offers a good idea as to how they intend on developing the site.

See the Bears' plans for a stadium at Arlington Park

The Bears released designs for their plan to build a stadium at Arlington Park.

www.nbcsports.com

 

[Lake Shore Drive]

Don't think the above linked article made any specific reference to the type of stadium build, altho we've all suspected a domed stadium or something along the lines of a retractable roof. This article from ESPN claims it will be a dome:

Bears release plans to build a 'best-in-class' dome

The Chicago Bears released their conceptual plans Tuesday for the development of the 326-acre Arlington Park property, which includes the construction of a domed stadium that could house the Super Bowl, College Football Playoff and Final Four.

www.espn.com

No mentioning any type of retractable roof, altho it doesn't directly claim there won't be. But my guess at this point is it will be domed only.

 

[Moab]

Don't think the above linked article made any specific reference to the type of stadium build, altho we've all suspected a domed stadium or something along the lines of a retractable roof. This article from ESPN claims it will be a dome:

Bears release plans to build a 'best-in-class' dome

The Chicago Bears released their conceptual plans Tuesday for the development of the 326-acre Arlington Park property, which includes the construction of a domed stadium that could house the Super Bowl, College Football Playoff and Final Four.

www.espn.com

No mentioning any type of retractable roof, altho it doesn't directly claim there won't be. But my guess at this point is it will be domed only.

It better be retractable...there is no way they can pussify the Bears by making it a dome only stadium...that's not an option in my opinion.

 

[Jiddy]

It better be retractable...there is no way they can pussify the Bears by making it a dome only stadium...that's not an option in my opinion.

What if we blow a horn every now and again? That usually makes the indoor thing more palatable.

 

[Lake Shore Drive]

It better be retractable...there is no way they can pussify the Bears by making it a dome only stadium...that's not an option in my opinion.

Doubt this will happen. Adds a ton of expense and I'm not sure if a retractable roof is doable in a cold climate. There might be issues related to the weather which would either make this a non-starter or even if it could be a go, add even more expense. The Bears intend on making this a year-round stadium, holding a lot more events than a batch of football games and warm weather concerts. My hope for the ultimate compromise is they stick with a real grass field that can be moved outdoors like they have for the AZ and LV stadiums. Not banking on that either tho.

 

[justanidiot]

Doubt this will happen. Adds a ton of expense and I'm not sure if a retractable roof is doable in a cold climate. There might be issues related to the weather which would either make this a non-starter or even if it could be a go, add even more expense. The Bears intend on making this a year-round stadium, holding a lot more events than a batch of football games and warm weather concerts. My hope for the ultimate compromise is they stick with a real grass field that can be moved outdoors like they have for the AZ and LV stadiums. Not banking on that either tho.

Isn't the reason a little different in AZ and LV as far as moving it outdoors?

 

[Lake Shore Drive]

Isn't the reason a little different in AZ and LV as far as moving it outdoors?

That's my guess, which is why I'm not banking on it happening. Both AZ and LV have the advantage of moderate winters along with plenty of sunshine. Chitown doesn't. I'd love to see it happen, as I'm a fan of natural grass. But for these possible reasons, it would probably be difficult to pull it off.

 

[richig07]

I'm sick to my stomach that we're going to have a dome... but I saw it coming.

 

[Lake Shore Drive]

I'm sick to my stomach that we're going to have a dome... but I saw it coming.

There's still an outside possibility of a retractable roof. But I think the chances of the Bears going forward with that are barely past zero.

 

[Lake Shore Drive]

There's still an outside possibility of a retractable roof. But I think the chances of the Bears going forward with that are barely past zero.

Scratch that:

What we learned about Bears' Arlington Park plan at stadium meeting

The first community meeting about the Bears’ Arlington Park plan was light on stadium talk and heavy on land-use breakdown.

www.nbcsports.com

Phillips said the stadium would be fully enclosed, and a retractable roof would not be in the cards. The Bears have done their homework on retractable roofs and believe the costs are "prohibitive" and "the return isn't there." Phillips used U.S. Bank Stadium in Minnesota as an example of a fully enclosed stadium that makes you feel like you're outside even though it's enclosed.

At least we now know.

 

[wood20ks]

So we are gonna be a dome team.......??.......,ugh

 

[BeaReylo]

So we are gonna be a dome team.......??.......,ugh

 

[Lake Shore Drive]

A bit more detail than what's been previous written on the proposed stadium:

Chicago Bears promise ‘first-class experience’ for fans during stadium meeting in Arlington Heights - Yahoo Sports

The Chicago Bears generated keen interest from fans and nonfans alike Thursday with a presentation of plans for a domed stadium and entertainment district in Arlington Heights. Team officials drew applause from the hundreds of people at Hersey High School when they said the stadium would be...

sports.yahoo.com

 

[BearsWillWin]

Oh no it’s gonna be a dome. With nice amenities and lots of parking. And the field will be nice.

Gonna miss all those games we won because of “Bear weather” though. Years and years of wins just piling up because we play outdoors in the cold.

 

[justanidiot]

I am guessing the dome is getting a little more support this rainy, monsoon morning.

 

[wood20ks]

Oh no it’s gonna be a dome. With nice amenities and lots of parking. And the field will be nice.

Gonna miss all those games we won because of “Bear weather” though. Years and years of wins just piling up because we play outdoors in the cold.

Bear weather means nothing,we all know that.....its just a moniker.....kinda like the frozen tundra,its just a moniler,means nothing......
Im kinda saddened because football always been outside in the elements ,its the way football was intended to be played in.......
Yesterdays game between Alabama and Texas,they played in 120 degrees on the field weather.......Didnt hear any crying about we need a dome to cool things down.....

Players and fans need to quit being pussies,ITS FUCKING FOOTBALL people.........

The reason I will not go to a game any more,the cost......its ridiculous.
What do you think is gonna happen when the new stadium is built......?.....even more ridiculous.

 

[justanidiot]

Bear weather means nothing,we all know that.....its just a moniker.....kinda like the frozen tundra,its just a moniler,means nothing......
Im kinda saddened because football always been outside in the elements ,its the way football was intended to be played in.......
Yesterdays game between Alabama and Texas,they played in 120 degrees on the field weather.......Didnt hear any crying about we need a dome to cool things down.....

Players and fans need to quit being pussies,ITS FUCKING FOOTBALL people.........

The reason I will not go to a game any more,the cost......its ridiculous.
What do you think is gonna happen when the new stadium is built......?.....even more ridiculous.

you must not be paying attention to the pussification of America. Participation ribbons and an excuse for doing anything wrong. Fans are more concerned about cell reception and being at the correct body temperature, which is like 68 in the summer and 78 in the winter, staying dry and not getting sun burnt.

 

[BearsWillWin]

 

[Lake Shore Drive]

I'm as outdoorsy as anybody when it comes to football, but it boggles the mind to think that there was any chance the Bears would build a brand new stadium and make it exclusively outdoors. There was hope that perhaps one could be built with a retractable roof, but personally I was always suspicious they would opt for this, if for no other reason than the cost. Guess from moment one when they bought the Arlington Race Track property that I knew deep down at the very least the new stadium was going to be enclosed. And I'm still holding out a slim ray of hope that the filed is movable outside to the elements to it can be a grass field. But again not counting on it.

And I'm fine with all this, just as all diehard fans will be fine with how the Bears proceed to build the new stadium and develop the land around it. Because when it's all said and done, the new stadium and the adjacent entertainment district will be one of the NFL's crown jewels. Also, figure either the year the stadium is game ready or no later than the year after, we will be hosting the Super Bowl.

 

[wood20ks]

I'm as outdoorsy as anybody when it comes to football, but it boggles the mind to think that there was any chance the Bears would build a brand new stadium and make it exclusively outdoors. There was hope that perhaps one could be built with a retractable roof, but personally I was always suspicious they would opt for this, if for no other reason than the cost. Guess from moment one when they bought the Arlington Race Track property that I knew deep down at the very least the new stadium was going to be enclosed. And I'm still holding out a slim ray of hope that the filed is movable outside to the elements to it can be a grass field. But again not counting on it.

And I'm fine with all this, just as all diehard fans will be fine with how the Bears proceed to build the new stadium and develop the land around it. Because when it's all said and done, the new stadium and the adjacent entertainment district will be one of the NFL's crown jewels. Also, figure either the year the stadium is game ready or no later than the year after, we will be hosting the Super Bowl.

I as well figured a dome......I just cant wrap my mind around the Bears playing indoors......It just doesnt seem right.
As far as the entertainment district,not sure what thats all about,but Im sure there will be more info soon.....

As far as being a host for the SB,I dont give a shit,no effing way will I pay the outlandish price for those tix.....(let alone tix to a regular season game)....I went to Glendale Az back in 07 for the Pats/ NYG SB( Tyree catch),to stay at a buddies place,tix were 2500 apiece from scalpers back then.....EFF THAT!!!!
We opted to party at the Westgate Mall which was across the steet from the stadium........talk about chaos.
We went to the SB experience the night before,and it was just ok,great for kids tho.

So I wonder what tix prices will be in another 10-12years from now when it opens.....