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Helicon Brewing - just outside Pittsburgh, PA

By cjmjmm2006

5 years ago


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#1401 3 years ago
Quoted from chrisb:

So apparently there is a difference between the delivery date listed on the Bill of Lading and reality. The tracking website updated this morning to indicate the delivery will be tomorrow, Wednesday 1/6. My apologies to anyone planning on coming out today to see it.
-Chris B.

You're fired! LOL. See you this weekend

#1402 3 years ago
Quoted from yatch11:

You're fired! LOL. See you this weekend

Hahahah see you soon Dan!

#1403 3 years ago

Man, I’m jealous of you guys. Such a cool place we could only dream of here in the UK.
Have fun

#1404 3 years ago
Quoted from Lostcause:

Man, I’m jealous of you guys. Such a cool place we could only dream of here in the UK.
Have fun

Helicon UK coming soon?? Haha

#1405 3 years ago
Quoted from yatch11:

You're fired! LOL. See you this weekend

If you fire Chris, who is gonna brew this delicious beer we love? Ahhhhh, hmmmmm, I think we could figure it out. Bye Christmas! Lol

#1406 3 years ago
Quoted from cjmjmm2006:

If you fire Chris, who is gonna brew this delicious beer we love? Ahhhhh, hmmmmm, I think we could figure it out. Bye Christmas! Lol

Chris is an artisan, who makes an excellent brew and I don't think you guys are just going to 'figure it out'. I think you need a plan B.

#1407 3 years ago
Quoted from rosh:

Chris is an artisan, who makes an excellent brew and I don't think you guys are just going to 'figure it out'. I think you need a plan B.

I think you mean a Plan J, Josh....

#1408 3 years ago

Led Zep now on the floor at Helicon. Give it a flip!

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#1409 3 years ago
Quoted from PinB:

Led Zep now on the floor at Helicon. Give it a flip!
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Is that a Royal edition MMR next to it?

#1410 3 years ago
Quoted from TheGunnett:

Is that a Royal edition MMR next to it?

It is! There is already one here at the brewery. Not sure what Chris M. will do with this one!

#1411 3 years ago
Quoted from rosh:

Chris is an artisan, who makes an excellent brew and I don't think you guys are just going to 'figure it out'. I think you need a plan B.

The watchmen figured it out, the xmen and avengers figured it out. Now watch the "geeks with beer dreams" do the same.

#1412 3 years ago
Quoted from cjmjmm2006:

The watchmen figured it out, the xmen and avengers figured it out. Now watch the "geeks with beer dreams" do the same.

You should stick to amusements and let Chris B handle the beer!

#1413 3 years ago
Quoted from Looprunner:

You should stick to amusements and let Chris B handle the beer!

Agreed

#1414 3 years ago

Just wanted to share that Theatre of Magic is back in action and the DMD was replaced in Twilight Zone.

Thanks for everyone that commented about the condition of these 2 games the other day. We do our best to keep them in tip top shape.

Cheers!

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#1415 3 years ago

Iron Maiden LE and Batman 66 have returned. Both appear to be freshly shopped and are playing very fast!

Gottlieb Ice Fever was also added to the lineup. Not something you see every day.

Forgot to take photos sorry.

#1416 3 years ago
Quoted from SkaIsntDead:

Iron Maiden LE and Batman 66 have returned. Both appear to be freshly shopped and are playing very fast!
Gottlieb Ice Fever was also added to the lineup. Not something you see every day.
Forgot to take photos sorry.

I'm glad you got to see whats been added. Maiden LE is a great game.

#1417 3 years ago

Heading to Helicon today with the fam to celebrate my birthday! Can’t wait to finally play some of the new games just released (and fill my belly with beer!).

#1418 3 years ago
Quoted from Ranhorton:

Heading to Helicon today with the fam to celebrate my birthday! Can’t wait to finally play some of the new games just released (and fill my belly with beer!).

OMG! Best 44th Bday!
Amazing double IPAs. (Brought home 4 growlers!).
Got my initials on 3 games.
My two boys had a blast playing all the new and old pins (thanks for giving my kids extra credits on Family guy and Black Knight Swords of Rage Chris!!!).

Helicon is such a class act and amazing family friendly place! Please support them as much as you guys can!

#1419 3 years ago
Quoted from Ranhorton:

Heading to Helicon today with the fam to celebrate my birthday! Can’t wait to finally play some of the new games just released (and fill my belly with beer!).

Welcome! Happy Birthday!! I am glad you got to enjoy the games and beer at Helicon. We truly appreciate all the support and hope to have you back soon.

Cheers,

Chris

#1420 3 years ago
Quoted from Ranhorton:

OMG! Best 44th Bday!
Amazing double IPAs. (Brought home 4 growlers!).
Got my initials on 3 games.
My two boys had a blast playing all the new and old pins (thanks for giving my kids extra credits on Family guy and Black Knight Swords of Rage Chris!!!).
Helicon is such a class act and amazing family friendly place! Please support them as much as you guys can!

Thank you! It is appreciated.

Cheers,
Chris

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#1421 3 years ago

What have we here?

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#1422 3 years ago
Quoted from cjmjmm2006:

What have we here?
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#11 too!

#1423 3 years ago

The legend gives a great interview!

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#1424 3 years ago
Quoted from TheGunnett:

The legend gives a great interview![quoted image]

Thanks for the heads up and I'll give it a listen now.

#1425 3 years ago

Hell yes.

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#1426 3 years ago
Quoted from TheGunnett:

The legend gives a great interview![quoted image]

Awesome interview!

#1427 3 years ago
Quoted from cjmjmm2006:

What have we here?
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Can't wait to play it, see you soon

#1428 3 years ago
Quoted from TheGunnett:

The legend gives a great interview![quoted image]

Great interview Chris, congrats! Did I hear right that Helicon is opening another place?

#1429 3 years ago
Quoted from yatch11:

Great interview Chris, congrats! Did I hear right that Helicon is opening another place?

Please be true and please come to the south hills, makes for an easy drive Chris M!

#1430 3 years ago
Quoted from yatch11:

Great interview Chris, congrats! Did I hear right that Helicon is opening another place?

Hopefully on the other side of the state!

#1431 3 years ago
Quoted from yatch11:

Great interview Chris, congrats! Did I hear right that Helicon is opening another place?

Yes. Currently in progress

#1432 3 years ago

Chris, I listened to your interview it was very impressive. I have a whole new appreciation for what you do (not that I didn't before). Hopefully this covid thing will die down and I will see you at Helicon again soon.

#1433 3 years ago

Stopped by today and the rising spinner on ZepLE seemed like it was binding up and would not rotate freely. From the videos I seen you are supposed to be able to rip that so I think it might need a slight adjustment. Still had a good time as always and it was nice to finally be able to play R&M.

#1434 3 years ago
Quoted from cjmjmm2006:

Yes. Currently in progress

Are we able to get the location of it yet or is being kept private for now?

#1435 3 years ago
Quoted from BoJo:

Stopped by today and the rising spinner on ZepLE seemed like it was binding up and would not rotate freely. From the videos I seen you are supposed to be able to rip that so I think it might need a slight adjustment. Still had a good time as always and it was nice to finally be able to play R&M.

chrisb cjmjmm2006 It looks like ZepLE owners are fixing this issue by slightly bending the spinner brackets away from the spinner & applying oil/lubricant to the spinner arm holes:
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/led-zeppelin-le-thread/page/31#post-6114295

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#1436 3 years ago
Quoted from yatch11:

Are we able to get the location of it yet or is being kept private for now?

It will be in McDonald, PA, not too far from the brewery in Oakdale. I know McDonald is close to Oakdale, but the space is absolutely beautiful, very attractively priced, and pretty much ready to go. Folks are going to love it.

The current plan is to move ~10-15 pins from Helicon Oakdale to Helicon McDonald. The space will also have two pool tables, two dart boards, some PA legal games of skill, and whatever else will fit. The space will have a full bar including PA made liquor and will be fully heated and air conditioned.

Also, this building is 1.5 blocks off of the Panhandle Trail. It is a 3.7 mile bike ride or walk between the two locations. We absolutely will be hosting events that require a walk or ride to the other location and back.

#1437 3 years ago
Quoted from PinB:

chrisb cjmjmm2006 It looks like ZepLE owners are fixing this issue by slightly bending the spinner brackets away from the spinner & applying oil/lubricant to the spinner arm holes:
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/led-zeppelin-le-thread/page/31#post-6114295
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This worked perfectly, thanks! A slight bending of the wires took about 30 seconds. The spinner now rests perpendicular to the play field after every shot exactly as it should. I'd buy you a beer but I know you won't drink it!!!

#1438 3 years ago
Quoted from chrisb:

It will be in McDonald, PA, not too far from the brewery in Oakdale. I know McDonald is close to Oakdale, but the space is absolutely beautiful, very attractively priced, and pretty much ready to go. Folks are going to love it.
The current plan is to move ~10-15 pins from Helicon Oakdale to Helicon McDonald. The space will also have two pool tables, two dart boards, some PA legal games of skill, and whatever else will fit. The space will have a full bar including PA made liquor and will be fully heated and air conditioned.
Also, this building is 1.5 blocks off of the Panhandle Trail. It is a 3.7 mile bike ride or walk between the two locations. We absolutely will be hosting events that require a walk or ride to the other location and back.

Thats awesome, great for you!!

#1439 3 years ago
Quoted from Ericc123:

Chris, I listened to your interview it was very impressive. I have a whole new appreciation for what you do (not that I didn't before). Hopefully this covid thing will die down and I will see you at Helicon again soon.

Thanks Eric. That means a lot. Cheers!

#1440 3 years ago
Quoted from BoJo:

Stopped by today and the rising spinner on ZepLE seemed like it was binding up and would not rotate freely. From the videos I seen you are supposed to be able to rip that so I think it might need a slight adjustment. Still had a good time as always and it was nice to finally be able to play R&M.

I just got an email from Stern with the service bulletin. We will get it right. Chrisb I owe Bobby a beer for his trouble.

#1441 3 years ago
Quoted from PinB:

chrisb cjmjmm2006 It looks like ZepLE owners are fixing this issue by slightly bending the spinner brackets away from the spinner & applying oil/lubricant to the spinner arm holes:
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/led-zeppelin-le-thread/page/31#post-6114295
[quoted image]

Thanks Brian! I appreciate that. I'll get to it. We appreciate your support as always!!

#1442 3 years ago
Quoted from chrisb:

It will be in McDonald, PA, not too far from the brewery in Oakdale. I know McDonald is close to Oakdale, but the space is absolutely beautiful, very attractively priced, and pretty much ready to go. Folks are going to love it.
The current plan is to move ~10-15 pins from Helicon Oakdale to Helicon McDonald. The space will also have two pool tables, two dart boards, some PA legal games of skill, and whatever else will fit. The space will have a full bar including PA made liquor and will be fully heated and air conditioned.
Also, this building is 1.5 blocks off of the Panhandle Trail. It is a 3.7 mile bike ride or walk between the two locations. We absolutely will be hosting events that require a walk or ride to the other location and back.

Can't wait!!

#1443 3 years ago
Quoted from cjmjmm2006:

I just got an email from Stern with the service bulletin. We will get it right. Chrisb I owe Bobby a beer for his trouble.

You able to share this service bulletin from Stern over in the owners thread?

There are several LE owners having issues with the spinner mech and getting no response whatsoever from Stern for two weeks now.

#1444 3 years ago

I got to set up an immaculate home-use-only Wizard of Oz Ruby Red today. I forgot how much I loved this game!

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#1445 3 years ago

I like the JJP section. When are you bringing back Dialed In? lol

#1446 3 years ago
Quoted from Ericc123:

I like the JJP section. When are you bringing back Dialed In? lol

Hopefully any day! That is absolutely one of the most requested games I hear about. I will be passing on The Hobbit though. I can definitely get one but I don't personally enjoy the game too much and don't think it would be a solid location game. Definitely my opinion only I know many folks enjoy the game to a high degree.

#1447 3 years ago
Quoted from chrisb:

I got to set up an immaculate home-use-only Wizard of Oz Ruby Red today. I forgot how much I loved this game!
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Very nice!! Only played WOZ a handful of times, can't wait to get at it!

#1448 3 years ago
Quoted from chrisb:

Hopefully any day! That is absolutely one of the most requested games I hear about. I will be passing on The Hobbit though. I can definitely get one but I don't personally enjoy the game too much and don't think it would be a solid location game. Definitely my opinion only I know many folks enjoy the game to a high degree.

I'm a big fan of Hobbit myself but I agree about it not being a strong location game, unfortunately.

#1449 3 years ago

This post is long overdue. I went to Helicon about 2 weeks ago (took the day off of work). Had a fantastic time! chrisb was super nice and took the time just to chat with myself and a buddy. Fantastic place and fantastic pins. Heck even cjmjmm2006 showed up and took time to talk pinball with me. Can't say enough great things about this place and these people.

2 months later
#1450 2 years ago

Stopped by today and had a good time. Was able to take my buddy visiting from Chicago and his kid.

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