Hey I'll be there. What more do you need? LOL! I crack myself up!
Ya, ok, some would argue that's a reason NOT to go.
Seriously, the expo is ginormous. And it's all about bass fishing. Seriously the largest expo in the world. It's really amazing. There's just a ton of stuff to see, try, buy, and learn about. Plus a lot of educational demonstrations and giveaways.
Plus there's a great number of pros everywhere. Even if you're not a signature gatherer or a "star stuck" kind of person, it's nice to be able to meet and strike up a conversation with the guys and gals you only read about or see on TV. These folks eat, live, and breathe fishing every waking minute, and it's a great opportunity to pick their brains to help you with things you struggle with back home.
Not only that, but all the company big-wigs are there. Got a question, complaint, or suggestion about a product? They are there to talk to you. Real time, face-to-face communication with all the top execs. You will never get that anywhere else.
The weigh-ins are fun too. Although I've never experienced them as a spectator, I can tell it's a lot of fun - especially the final day. A few years ago, the Zac Brown Band opened before the final weigh in. That was really something.
And on a serious note, I'd love to meet anyone from these forums. I really enjoy putting the faces to the names on the forums and gabbing about fishing. So if you're there and see me, don't be bashful! Walk right up and and say hi! I'll most likely be schlepping a commercial video camera and wearing a dress shirt, so it will be easy to identify me amongst all the t-shirts and camo. LOL!
