This year there have been multiple attempts by different fan bases to claim the title of loudest open air stadium. CenturyLink Field in Seattle set a record of 136.6 decibels in September. The fans at Arrowhead Stadium proceeded to break that record by reaching 137.5 decibels in October. The Tigers of Clemson University attempted to break the record later that month, but were unsuccessful. CenturyLink Field, during a prime time game on a Monday Night in December reclaimed the title by achieving 137.6 decibels. There is no question as to the actual decibel level achieved in each scenario, as an official adjudicator from the Guinness Book of World Records was present. The factor in question is whether or not CenturyLink Field is a true open air stadium. The design of the stadium includes a covering structure that runs the length of the stadium on both sides. This design creates a semi-enclosed structure that in this particular case, helps retain sound and allows for higher decibel levels to be achieved. Due to this structural reason, CenturyLink Field should not be allowed to compete as an open air stadium for the noise record since it's design is effectively a half dome. This would result in returning the record to Arrowhead Stadium, which does not have any covering type structures. If you agree with this stance, that CenturyLink does not qualify as a true open air stadium, I would ask that you sign this petition and share it with others.
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December 6, 2013
I am honestly stunned to see that 2,500 people have signed this. I started this because I felt frustrated by the noise records but this momentum is entirely thanks to your passion for fair play in the game.
Reached 2,500 supporters
December 5, 2013
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 4, 2013
December 4, 2013
I truly did not think one hundred people would take the time to agree with me on this. It feels strange to see my personal frustration turn into something others care about too.
Reached 100 supporters
December 3, 2013
November 30, 2013
I am honestly stunned to see so many of you joining me in this debate. We are nearly at one hundred signatures and I would love if we could reach that mark today to prove how many fans care about the integrity of this record.
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If Kansas City's Arrowhead Stadium had a canopy that enclosed a third of it like Seattle then we would well over 140 decibels! Seattle should be considered a different category with at least semi enclosed stadiums vs true open air.
I'm a KC fan, I really believe we could beat the record again. I was there when we broke it against Oakland, but I do think the two stadiums are NOT IN THE SAME CATEGORY. Look forward to the oncoming battle between the two fan bases.
Both teams have a Great fan base, but I feel these should be 2 separate records. 1 for Century Link Field for loudest crowd noise in a partially domed stadium. 1 for Arrowhead Stadium for loudest crowd noise for an open air stadium.
As much as i do not like the Chiefs, since I am a Denver fan, I must say that Century Link stadium is modified to enhance the performance. Just as players can not take drugs to enhance their performance a stadium should not be modified to enhance its performance.
Arrowhead stadium is the true open air world record holder that was not allowed to use artificial noise makers. CenturyLink field is not open air with a half roof and was also allowed to use artificial noise makers. Bring the record back to its rightful owners
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This year there have been multiple attempts by different fan bases to claim the title of loudest open air stadium. CenturyLink Field in Seattle set a record of 136.6 decibels in September. The fans at Arrowhead Stadium proceeded to break that record by reaching 137.5 decibels in October. The Tigers of Clemson University attempted to break the record later that month, but were unsuccessful. CenturyLink Field, during a prime time game on a Monday Night in December reclaimed the title by achieving 137.6 decibels. There is no question as to the actual decibel level achieved in each scenario, as an official adjudicator from the Guinness Book of World Records was present. The factor in question is whether or not CenturyLink Field is a true open air stadium. The design of the stadium includes a covering structure that runs the length of the stadium on both sides. This design creates a semi-enclosed structure that in this particular case, helps retain sound and allows for higher decibel levels to be achieved. Due to this structural reason, CenturyLink Field should not be allowed to compete as an open air stadium for the noise record since it's design is effectively a half dome. This would result in returning the record to Arrowhead Stadium, which does not have any covering type structures. If you agree with this stance, that CenturyLink does not qualify as a true open air stadium, I would ask that you sign this petition and share it with others.
Updates
December 6, 2013
I am honestly stunned to see that 2,500 people have signed this. I started this because I felt frustrated by the noise records but this momentum is entirely thanks to your passion for fair play in the game.
Reached 2,500 supporters
December 5, 2013
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 4, 2013
December 4, 2013
I truly did not think one hundred people would take the time to agree with me on this. It feels strange to see my personal frustration turn into something others care about too.
Reached 100 supporters
December 3, 2013
November 30, 2013
I am honestly stunned to see so many of you joining me in this debate. We are nearly at one hundred signatures and I would love if we could reach that mark today to prove how many fans care about the integrity of this record.
1,153 Comments
anyone that questions this should sing in the shower and then sing outside. Or to be accurate, leave the bathroom door open and sing in the shower. You're still gonna hear some great acoustics. Century Link is not a true open air stadium
If Kansas City's Arrowhead Stadium had a canopy that enclosed a third of it like Seattle then we would well over 140 decibels! Seattle should be considered a different category with at least semi enclosed stadiums vs true open air.
I'm a KC fan, I really believe we could beat the record again. I was there when we broke it against Oakland, but I do think the two stadiums are NOT IN THE SAME CATEGORY. Look forward to the oncoming battle between the two fan bases.
Both teams have a Great fan base, but I feel these should be 2 separate records. 1 for Century Link Field for loudest crowd noise in a partially domed stadium. 1 for Arrowhead Stadium for loudest crowd noise for an open air stadium.
As much as i do not like the Chiefs, since I am a Denver fan, I must say that Century Link stadium is modified to enhance the performance. Just as players can not take drugs to enhance their performance a stadium should not be modified to enhance its performance.
Arrowhead stadium is the true open air world record holder that was not allowed to use artificial noise makers. CenturyLink field is not open air with a half roof and was also allowed to use artificial noise makers. Bring the record back to its rightful owners
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sea is a complete fake.
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anyone that questions this should sing in the shower and then sing outside. Or to be accurate, leave the bathroom door open and sing in the shower. You're still gonna hear some great acoustics. Century Link is not a true open air stadium