Dude’s Activity Alternatives
Bachelor parties have been done…and in Vegas they’re almost becoming a cliché in certain circles. Sure, we all came here in our early 20’s to get drunk as shit, go to nightclubs, and spend our few remaining bucks at a strip club until 7 all the while falling in love with girls named after spices. Trust me, I’m all for this kind of debauchery because our window as guys closes all too soon but there are other legitimate “dude options” in Vegas. Here are a few different activities worth exploring with buddies the next time you head out to the desert.
There’s no better way to turn back the clock and ramp up the competition levels than sucking down exhaust from serious horsepower go karts. The track is anything but easy to navigate and offers the racer in all of us a real challenge to rattle off top speeds without careening into tire barriers. It’s a quick Uber/Cab ride from the strip and in the sweltering summer heat you’ll appreciate the shelter of being inside with a chance to run your buddies off the road
Shooting Ranges
There are two very good options to shoot some heavy artillery right off the strip. Depending on what you’re after whether it’s assault rifles, machine gunes, or something more exotic one of these two locations will offer up the firearm of your choice. Make sure to call ahead, there are plenty of group deals to be found
Paint Balling
There’s no better way than taking out frustrations on your buddies than burying a few paintballs in the side of their skull. Unfortunately these venues aren’t that close to the strip but if you’re willing to take a ride it’s worth it. At last check both were willing to work with groups to develop transportation options. Besides chick dig scars and having welts all over your body pool side make you look like a bad ass.
You don’t have to be a NASCAR fan to appreciate the raw speed with which the professionals whip around the track. While there are other locations around the country, why not take the plunge when in Vegas at the Vegas Motor Speedway? I had the chance to drive a few laps and it’s definitely a unique experience that makes for a kick ass sober option. There are also muscle car and Indy Car options if stock car racing isn’t your thing.
I can’t say I’ve tried this myself but from the people that have it’s only been rave reviews. Do keep in mind this is the most expensive option on our entire list but for those of you with money to burn what’s a dime or two between friends? One of the programs did have a casualty recently however nothing gained without nothing risked…right? Probably not for the faint of heart but definitely brings some adrenaline to the party.
There’s a bit of a thrill seeker in all of us. Sometimes the voice of reason shines through and we side step tempting fate from 10,000 feet. This is the next best thing for guys intrigued by the prospect of sky diving without that whole jumping out of airplanes part. Don’t get me wrong it’s not the same rush but the venue is conveniently located right off the strip and it’s an easier sell for the bros with a weak stomach not ready to give up their entire day in Vegas
