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Ask YC: Anyone in SF have a spare couch this weekend for a 2-guy "startup"?

48 pointsSam_Odio31 comments

A friend and I are pitching in mountain view this weekend (13th to 17th) and are looking for like-minded people in the SF area that have a spare couch or floor. Hotels seem to be expensive and don't provide the hacker atmosphere we're looking for. We're going to be busy practicing our demo, so we will try to stay out of your hair. We'd gladly compensate you for any expenses.

We're both male and in our early 20s. We're also not crazy, if that matters.

I'm posting this here because there's probably several other startups in town this weekend that might be interested in the same thing.

My email: sam -@- odio.cøm

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I thought that was a crazy weird post... Then I realized it was from somebody I know! I hung out with Sam at Startup School 2007, and he did not rape me. And his college friends were cool and regular posters here, so I assume the same again. If I was in California, I would let Sam stay over, why not you? Thanks.

We even stopped by Adam Smith's place, where Drew Houston was also... and look where they are now with Xobni and DropBox!

Five stars, recommended.

(Sam didn't ask me to post this, I just saw this.)

By the way, what type of startup is this? Good luck!

> He did not rape me.

That's the most glowing endorsement if I ever did see one.

I wrote it because it made me laugh, every single time I read my testimonial.

May be he was complaining.

Actually, Sam and Vlad both stayed at my apartment that year for Startup School. Neither of them tried to rape me either.

Try www.AirBedandBreakfast.com. I am one of the co-founders, and we are offering a 50% for all YC applicants. My listing is the first one listed in SF, and its a great place to practice your pitch.

The only problem your startup will face is that the couchsurfing types don't want to actually pay anything. Otherwise, this is a neat idea for a startup.

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Thank you for the wonderful testimonial! Karma does go around.

> he did not rape me

I'd venture a guess that he didn't murder you either.

Whoa, whoa... Let's not jump to conclusions.

But seriously, Sam is a great guy. Someone please lend him a couch and a roof!

and maybe some walls and a floor if they're feeling generous?

I'll second this post in that Sam (and his friend) are really great guys (and yes, they won't rape you). If I had a couch, or a place for that matter, I'd let you guys crash. Maybe we can just get coffee instead :)

How do we know he is not beside you right now forcing you to write this, with his penis out?

> he did not rape me I guess he didn't impale you either :) (just saw you name is "Vlad" and reminded me of "Vlad the Impaler" (also known as Dracula).

> he did not rape me

Maybe he only rapes people of the opposite sex? Damn him for being so selective!

Thanks for everyone that sent me an email or posted here. I'm replying to the emails & making arrangements with my 'partner' (we're strictly professional, of course).

Also thanks for the YCers who vouched for us and/or promised we wouldn't rape you. That was pleasantly unexpected.

Anyone else who's looking for a place to stay should post as well, btw. I don't want us to be the only ones to benefit from this thread.

2 guys, 1 couch?

San Francisco

We're interviewing too, I'm located in San Jose (close to the San Jose airport, if you're flying in there). I have three extra couches and even more floor space... would be pleased to put you up (or anyone else coming in for the weekend)! alex@polvi.net

Here you go: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/fuo/914889246.html :-p

Sam ... just left you a vm message, I think I can help you out. I have a couch AND an air mattress and I'm just a block away from the MUNI.

I owe ya from your great hospitality back during the Wamily days, anyway. Give me a call. ~Nate

Yes, I have a place, email me at JohnWayneGacy@aol.com.

Try http://www.airbedandbreakfast.com/

I think the founders of the site have a room themselves...for $50 per night.

yes we encourage you to use the site. My listing is the first one in SF.

I just wanted to add that I've never been raped by these two startup founders either.

Hey I'd love to have you but I actually don't have a couch. In fact I don't have any furniture except a desk and mattress. Good luck!

You guys could've crashed at my place, but I'm moving. Bummer, good luck! In the future, my couch will be open.

Btw, is this a big week for pitches. i've heard a few other friends are doing the the same thing.

Correction: you are a little crazy if you're a startup founder.

Good luck ;-)

you should try couchsurfering.com i have friends that it has worked well for them. there are also some entrepreneurial clubs on there.

Good Luck!

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