Hi Gang:
While it's nice to be able to get a "big show" discount... the fact is
that those who attend the event are spending a great deal more money
then a buyer who just orders on line or over the phone. Those buyers
are spending quite a bit for food, lodging, and travel. I submit,
that it's much more cost effective to simply buy on line. I'd wager
it would cost me over $500 just to be able to walk through the
boneyard... and not buy anything.
Granted, seeing a product at a show, talking to the vendors, talking
to fellow hams and friends, has value.. and that's what you get when
you attend a show. That can certainly help you make a decision of
buying a particular piece of equipment. Since the vendors have to
ship an inventory to shows, I wonder how it is that they are still
able to offer discounts. I guess it's due to the volume of sales.
And yes, there's some wonderful buzz when a new item debuts at a show,
and certainly Dayton is the benchmark of big shows.
So, I'm not going to complain about not getting a discount. If I
travel that far, (from EPA to Dayton), I want to see my grandkids...
the heck with radio gear! After all, I didn't have to spend extra
money to stay home. And the money I saved might just buy me a new toy
or two. :)
73 de Ray
K2ULR
KX3 #211
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