Basic questions / advice for National

[Griffins]

Thanks Barry, we've been lacking in the Seinfeld references lately!


Steve, cash is key. Comfortable shoes help, as every booth you'll want to see are on concrete. If you're short on time bring snacks, the food is typically crap. Bring a small notepad, and note the booth number of anything you would remotely consider in coming back to- or chances are you'll never find it. Pick up business cards, if available, and note anything in the booth you are interested in on the back. You'll probably wish you'd picked something up you missed, and it might still be available weeks later.
Saturday is usually nuts, so get there as early as possible. Sunday is getaway day and dealers will be packing up early if they are even still there, so get there early as well and move quickly.
Wear your backpack or whatever you're carrying, or put it between your feet if you stop. I've known 3 people that have had theirs disappear at the show, and that just sucks.
Lastly, have a clear idea of what you're looking for (and your wantlist) but be prepared to find something you weren't looking for- that is the best part of the show.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Carbo-load the night before.

[calvindog]

The National starts at 3:30 on Weds; is it busy on the floor then or does it take a while longer before all the dealers have their cards out?

[botn]

Assuming one eats the food that is served in the convention center does anyone have any idea when the lines might be the shortest?

[calvindog]

I've heard anecdotally that the burger and hot dog lines are very long at the show but the tofu and salad lines are a breeze.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Jeff is there a particular brand of shoe or sneaker you recommend for walking the floor?

[Rob D.]

 

[botn]

How much time should I set aside for stretching before the show opens?

[Orioles1954]

Originally Posted by calvindog

The National starts at 3:30 on Weds; is it busy on the floor then or does it take a while longer before all the dealers have their cards out?

Jeff,

Looking forward to meeting you and others at the National. I don't know about others, but H & S along with most other dealers are setting up on Tuesday. Everything should be up by Wednesday. I will periodically be at the Huggins and Scott booth, but will also be moping around. This is my first National and I hope not to spend my meager allowance by the first day!

James