So Who"s Going To Icast Now That Its In Orlando This Year

[Bobby Uhrig]

So is Glenn and Glenda going this yera. Im getting my field goal leg going to I can kick him right in the $%$#@ Glenn -you and the Mrs. are invited to the same place we went last time Mangieries or whatever it was-great food . im buying-ya Pric^%$]

How bout Big O- anyone else going . I figured a lot more locals would be there instead of treaking to Vegas

[SoFlaBassAddict]

I'm thinking about going this year. Trying to work it into my schedule right now is the only thing holding me back. I didn't make it to the last ICAST in Orlando and swore I'd do my damnedest to go next time it was around here.

[Gatorbassman]

Glenn is going but I'm staying at home. Wish I was going though. It's always a good time seeing you and all the other friends we have made over the years.

[Mike__D]

Is ICAST open to the general public?

[buzzfrog]

i was told by several it was company, whole seller only not "lookers or shoppers"

[Gatorbassman]

Is ICAST open to the general public?

This simple answer is no. You have to have a pass and it is only sold to companies, buyers, and press.

[Bassn Blvd]

Eric, I'll go with ya if you can get us in.

[South FLA]

I'll be there with Mike representing our company as a non exhibiting manufacture, more news to come later.

[Bassn Blvd]

I'll be there with Mike representing our company as a non exhibiting manufacture, more news to come later.

If I drive up, can I piggy back with you guys to get inside?

[Glenn]

Is ICAST open to the general public?

Eric, I'll go with ya if you can get us in.

ICAST is NOT open to the public - that includes looky-loos riding in on somebody's coat tails. Everyone is there for business purposes, and don't have time nor patience for window shoppers and gawkers. Simply put, you'll get thrown out - seriously. They don't kid around there.

Hate to be blunt about it, but this needs to be crystal clear.

Bobby - You're on! I'd be delighted to join you and your crew!

[SoFlaBassAddict]

I'll be there with Mike representing our company as a non exhibiting manufacture, more news to come later.

Good deal. Hope you guys are able to get some potential business out of it.

Doug, if I go up, I'll be working with a company that's got a booth that's debuting their products here in the states. I've been invited to go, just not sure on my schedule at this point. As much as I want to go, I've got a few jobs that have unexpectedly come up down here that have to take priority.

What I really want is to get a contract with a couple of the companies that build the bigger exhibits. Seems like most of those are pretty set in stone though.

[Bassn Blvd]

So much for that idea. If we get tossed out then there's always Disney World.

What kind of companies are allowed? Mom and pop businesses or big corporations?

Just curious, I know some of yall have in the past. What exactly is it that you sell?

[Bassn Blvd]

ICAST Show Rules

1. ICAST is open only to qualified members of the trade. All attendees must be badged for the duration of the show.

2. Exhibitors and attendees who are in violation of any portion of ASA’s rules and regulations will be asked to leave immediately and will forfeit his or her badge. Additional penalties may be applied.

3. Exhibitors and attendees must be in compliance with local, state and federal laws and any valid federal or state court order.

4. Exhibitors and attendees must refrain from any conduct that would be viewed as detrimental or disruptive to the operation of the show, including, but not limited to: inappropriate dress, lascivious behavior, excessive noise, unauthorized use of another exhibitor’s product or product concepts or any other activity ASA determines to be unacceptable or unethical.

5. Orders may only be taken within exhibitors’ booths. Retail sales are prohibited during the show.

6. Exhibitors are not permitted to place promotional materials outside their booth except in the Press Room.

7. Any attendee who is observed to be soliciting business in the aisles or other public spaces, in another company’s booth, or anyone who is not an ICAST exhibitor who hosts an exhibit or other function outside the ICAST floor and official hotels is in violation of show rules and will be asked to leave.

8. Exhibitors may serve alcoholic beverages in their booths during the designated social hour. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited from the show floor at all other times.

9. Photography and videography are not permitted on the show floor. Properly credentialed Media-Editorial attendees are excluded.

10. Children under 16 years of age are not permitted on the show floor during set-up and dismantle. Proof of age is required. No exceptions.

[Bobby Uhrig]

I almost get throw out every year for the last eleven years--Whats the problem-Fluke cmon just go with Glenn

[Hooligan]

I'll be down Wednesday and Thursday, possibly Friday morning.

[roadwarrior]

Sounds like fun to me!

[Bobby Uhrig]

Russ *** will make a special appearance in our booth- 3 balls for a dollar-- hit the monkey win yourself a prize !!

[piscicidal]

I'm at ICAST here with my partner Robert (SouthFla). I'm a first timer and to say it is a bit overwhelming is an understatement. I know I walked 10miles yesterday and I still haven't seen everything I want to see. It's virtually impossible to name all the fishing industry leaders that we met yesterday...Got to spend some time with Steve "Big O" Parks, who is every bit as gracious and encouraging in person as he is on this forum. We met Glenn...a great guy.who you can just tell his integrity by talking to him and by the way he conducts this forum. Robert and I discussed with Glenn about becoming sponsors of this site and we are very excited for that to happen. We plan to launch our first product in the coming week.

Overall, it's been an awesome experience. Attended a very useful seminar yesterday. Met many leaders of the fishing world. There's a ton of elite series pros here. Spent time talking fishing with Skeet Reese yesterday. Talked with Chris Lane who was doing some video shots with my friends at the Gambler booth. Had a beer with Chris Zaldain and Brandon Palaniuk at the hotel lobby Wednesday night. They approached us having seen our product and showed considerable interest toward it. We're very encouraged about that.

We're having just a great time here. I'm literally a 40 year old kid in a candy store. Bobby, I'm going to try and find you today. Anyone else I've missed, please send me an IM.

[SoFlaBassAddict]

Very cool, Mike. Glad everything looks to be working out for you and Robert. Having seen the product you guys are working on, I can't blame the guys that are interested. Definitely going to be a good seller in the near future. Wish I could have made it up there to hang out a bit with you guys. I'm stuck down here in the middle of a putting together a giant proposal for Fiat.

Can't wait to hear how everything worked out once you guys get back into town.

[Sam]

Glenn, if there is a Ruth's Chris Steakhouse in Orlando I bet Big-O would love to take you and the gang there!!!

The Bait Monkey can strike any where at any time about anything.

[Gotfishyfingers?]

Darn, wish I was there. I like the fact it's in Orlando, not Vegas.

[South FLA]

ICAST was a blast! I had a great time networking and seeing all the goodies! I would like to thank fellow board members, Glenn, Bobby, Shane, Mike, and Steve for all your help in making contacts that can help Mike and I in the future, this community truly is great!

[Dwight Hottle]

ICAST was a blast! I had a great time networking and seeing all the goodies! I would like to thank fellow board members, Glenn, Bobby, Shane, Mike, and Steve for all your help in making contacts that can help Mike and I in the future, this community truly is great!

Congrats to both Robert & Mike. You guys have worked hard to bring a quality product to market. Best wishes to you both. Great support team here at bass resource.

[piscicidal]

You're right, Dwight. Such a great support team here at Bass Resource.

Bobby Uhrig, it really was a pleasure meeting you yesterday. You are doing it right. Your company, your products and support staff are all top notch. Robert and I really appreciate all the great advice you've given us and we thank you very much for your help and helping us establish new contacts.

And Steve "Big O" Parks...I can't express how much Robert and I appreciate your help. We are just so impressed by your enthusiam, your knowledge, and your support. You have literally changed our business model (and for the better). Whatever accolades you receive on this forum are not enough.

Thanks, again, to Glenn and the entire Bass Resource staff. You guys are top notch also. This is the best bass fishing site on the net, and it's not even close.

I am already looking forward to seeing you all again at ICAST 2013.

[Big-O]

Enjoyed meeting you and Robert as well Your ideas are on the money and know you'll do fine with them... Keep it up! At my age, I'm just glad that I can still get an idea every now and then Enjoyed seeing Glenn too, he stopped by the 1st morning and we caught up on things. It was a busy day for sure.