Doing the introduction thing, to help distinguish me from a bot/scammer/etc. Located in Central Oregon (I see at least one other member from here).
Have always loved casinos, gaming, and the atmosphere. Been going to Reno since the early 80's, have experienced the highs and lows and the never-ending changes. Miss the days of all the 'quaint' casinos lining the strip (all those old smaller casinos are now pawn/souvenir shops or liquor stores, or boarded up). Have collected casino stuff here and there over the years, am a current member of a slot forum and have had machines over the years.
Reason why I'm here? Always been fascinated with old-school Reno. And even though it was a dive at the end, have a fondness for the Mapes. Was always fascinated by it, not sure why. Have a handful of Mapes memorabilia/chips, and am looking to expand my (very small) collection of chips here and there, maybe even pick up a dealer button. Not a big poker player, but do play in tournaments in Reno when I'm there for fun. Thanks!
Have always loved casinos, gaming, and the atmosphere. Been going to Reno since the early 80's, have experienced the highs and lows and the never-ending changes. Miss the days of all the 'quaint' casinos lining the strip (all those old smaller casinos are now pawn/souvenir shops or liquor stores, or boarded up). Have collected casino stuff here and there over the years, am a current member of a slot forum and have had machines over the years.
Reason why I'm here? Always been fascinated with old-school Reno. And even though it was a dive at the end, have a fondness for the Mapes. Was always fascinated by it, not sure why. Have a handful of Mapes memorabilia/chips, and am looking to expand my (very small) collection of chips here and there, maybe even pick up a dealer button. Not a big poker player, but do play in tournaments in Reno when I'm there for fun. Thanks!