I have so many reservations about the Pinstripe Bowl. But first- give me any damn bowl this year. And I don't believe I would be able to attend any bowl regardless of location this year so it doesn't matter much.
On the other hand- I am so damn happy this Bowl was not around in 05-09...Planning an annual "surprise location" trip each year was so much fun. Luckily, both the wife and I had jobs that we could work from anywhere and didn't have to give advance notice to our employers for time off.
But an actual bowl trip is so much more than just the 4 hours at the stadium. Flying there and having other families/fans on the flights, get there a day or two early, visit the city you are in, hang out with the team at the hotel, all the day before events and going out with friends to dinner and drinks later in full scarlett. The the night after the game, if you win- just so much fun with everyone, day after and either fly home or take another day or two at the location.
Vs- the Pinstripe bowl. You get there an hour or two early because there is no tailgating. There were no fun pre game day events, hanging out with the players, etc. It becomes just another football game and not a great 3 day event.
But, get us 6-7 wins this year- and I'll still take it.