Interested in a B&B-Con?

[Nick]

What could be more fun than Badger & Blade on the internet? Some of us got together to ponder that very question, and after enough Scotch to get the creative juices flowing, that answer was pretty clear, Badger & Blade in real life! Meet-ups and get togethers are nothing new for our community, so we figured we'd like to see it on a grander scale. Loosely, we're thinking a convention in Las Vegas, with vendors, covering shaving naturally, but even some of the gentleman's interest topics that we discuss on a daily basis, like cigars and coffee, as well as some instructional clinics.

Before we start investing the time and resources into getting the gears cranking, we thought it'd make sense to hear from you, since just like on the web, B&B without its members would be a downright lonely place. So, real quick and informal, if you'd be interested in meeting up in Las Vegas, vote in the poll, and speak up!

Thanks all!

[azmark]

Vegas..........no wives right:tongue_sm

[dpm802]

The chances I'll be able to attend in person are slim ... but I think its a great idea!

I look forward to lots of vicarious fun looking at pics and watching videos and reading posts from the actual attendees.

Now ... if you want to do an East Coast version and hold a Shave-Con in Atlantic City, then I'm in!

[avnostlga]

I would definitely be interested in a Vegas trade show. Definitely would beat the other trade shows I've been to there. What is "Art's Still King"? I voted for it, as I am always in support of a monarchy over these current shenanigans...

[rajun50]

I doubt I'd be able to make it, but it sounds like a good time! If I could make it work I'd definitely go.

[instpasr]

I'm interested but timing is everything as they say.

[bladeruner]

Vegas..........no wives right:tongue_sm

Yeah right?:tongue_sm. Sounds like a great idea. I'm in

[Gustav]

Sounds like a great idea, I wish you all the best of luck. I hope it will generate a whole lot of interest and attract more future members. Seeing as I live across the pond, Las Vegas is a bit out of my range but I shall follow the event as it unfolds with great interest.

[Balcmeg]

Sounds like a great idea, I wish you all the best of luck. I hope it will generate a whole lot of interest and attract more future members. Seeing as I live across the pond, Las Vegas is a bit out of my range but I shall follow the event as it unfolds with great interest.

+1 but I am across the other pond.

[Xman74]

FINALLY! A place to wear my Simpson Chubby 2 costume!!!

Seriously geeky idea, but I love it!

[dmachine]

I love the idea but I won't be able to make the trip this year.

[Barber-Eile]

If ya could give me two years to save up so I could go
... Actually make that three...
Then sure!
Sounds awesome.

[DunEdinRanger]

I'd be interested in a "World Con" and offer to assist - depending on the time of year I may or may not be able to make it.

Does it have to be Las Vegas? Any possibility of it being a "Shaving Capital" like London or Rome - where we could sample Italian Soft Soaps?

[The Nid Hog]

Sounds like fun, but not for me. This would push my ADs past the tipping point.

[maxman]

I'd love to do it but it depends entirely on what year.
2011 probably won't work for me.
2012 is better. I can save up to go.
If the sessions could be recorded and put on the internet that would be great.

[BentonClay]

I like the idea, but would want to know more about potential costs.

[BlackBard]

I like the idea, but doubt if I would go, so I voted for Art.

[Mr. Scruffy]

Dancing girls and beer?

I'm in!!

[Sullybob]

It sounds like a great time but I probably won't be able to attend. Unless it's after I graduate!

Like dpm802 I'll be living vicariously through pictures and videos.

[captp]

I voted Yes. Wanted to vote for Art; who is Art, anyway?

Atlantic City would be better for me, but I could do Vegas. Have it in a hall that allows cigars and I'm there for sure.

[muleman244]

Sounds awesome! Like others, I'd need time to plan/save:thumbup:

[KcHighLife]

I personally would love to see this happen! I haven't been around that long but have really emersed myself into the community. Thank you for considering this!

KC Chris

[ackvil]

Funny, I was thinking the same thing recently.

Any location would work for me. As long as it is easy to get to by air!

[Walker]

Sounds like a great idea. I love Vegas but don't see me being able to fly from Md for it. Good Luck and maybe one year it will be on the East Coast!!

[Vlad]

This is such a cool idea, but I would not be able to do it. :nonod: I hope it happens, though. I expect lots and lots and lots of pictures and videos.

[Omega_baby]

sounds awesome!! just wish students got paid and i could fly over from Australia :c17:
...back to the hospital for me, maybe one day....

[Omega_baby]

and don't forget to shave....

[BigFoot]

I think that would be a blast. Let me know if I can help with anything Nick.

[BowTieGuy]

Sounds great but I have no interest in Vegas.

[CapnPanther]

Sounds like a great idea, but Vegas is too far and I don't gamble. Instead of having one big conclave, maybe you should consider organizing a number of regional ones, in or near major cities. Also think it would be interesting to invite vendors to preview and/or demonstrate their wares.

[texquill]

Just so it's not in July or August. The words, "But it's a DRY heat!" just don't mean a whole lot when the outside temperature is 115° F!

Give me at least 3 days' notice and I'll probably be there! :thumbup:

[azmark]

Just so it's not in July or August. The words, "But it's a DRY heat!" just don't mean a whole lot when the outside temperature is 115° F!

Give me at least 3 days' notice and I'll probably be there! :thumbup:

Hey I'll take a dry heat over 90 in the metroplex in August:surrender:

[Brian-M]

Can Simpsons come?

[bradyarz]

Can Simpsons come?

i hope that was meant in jest, cause i just giggled a little. :lol:

[htownmmm]

The chances I'll be able to attend in person are slim ... but I think its a great idea!

I look forward to lots of vicarious fun looking at pics and watching videos and reading posts from the actual attendees.

Now ... if you want to do an East Coast version and hold a Shave-Con in Atlantic City, then I'm in!


I'm interested but timing is everything as they say.

marty

[CyberJCM]

I'm sure alot of us CA guys would be all over it!

[JPDyson]

Over my head, but I'll send some coffee along. Sounds like some of y'all might need it.

[dannymayo]

I won't be able to make Vegas but anything along the East coast would be amazing. Atlantic City, New York, etc. This may be the BEST IDEA EVER! I know that B&B is well known in the wet shaving world but a convention could really distinguish B&B from the other shaving forums out there.

To the Moon we shall go!

ps A venue that allows cigars/pipes/smoking would be great. I'll bring a bunch of cigars to share!

[talibeard]

Make it Juneau and I'll be there! :thumbup1:

[Troggie]

I have been spending so much time in Mesa, AZ lately taking a few days to drive north to Vegas shouldn't be too big an issue depending on when so I can make sure I back in the area.

[tvldatsi]

absolutely. shoot for the week of a UFC:wink2:

[Doctor Love]

As much as I would like to attend I am unable to allocate the monetary resources necessary to make the trip, but more importantly I do not fly under any circumstances. :mad3:

In the event you do this, I wish you all the best and hope everyone has lots of fun! :001_smile

[Austin]

As much as I would like to attend I am unable to allocate the monetary resources necessary to make the trip, but more importantly I do not fly under any circumstances. :mad3:

In the event you do this, I wish you all the best and hope everyone has lots of fun! :001_smile

Still on the no fly list huh? :laugh:

[KittensAndRainbows]

I would love to attend, but it would need to be closer to the East coast for me to make it.

[global_dev]

i'd love to go, maybe in 2012...

how about an east coast (mid atlantic) bbq? I have 2 portable-ish smokers and currently 18 racks of ribs in the freezer...

[azmark]

i'd love to go, maybe in 2012...

how about an east coast (mid atlantic) bbq? I have 2 portable-ish smokers and currently 18 racks of ribs in the freezer...

Poor defenseless animals...............poor tasty defenseless animals:drool:

[tvldatsi]

i'd love to go, maybe in 2012...

how about an east coast (mid atlantic) bbq? I have 2 portable-ish smokers and currently 18 racks of ribs in the freezer...

Hey I'm in NC, what say we get started on those ribs while these boys deliberate! I'll bring the western, easten, and even *gasp* South, Carolina sauces :thumbup1:

[denim]

There's no "no" answer, so I can't vote. I don't know Art but I know it when I see it. Vegas is right out. Maybe some place cheaper. :blink:

[true01]

Sounds great to me Vegas is about 4hrs away ill be there....

[john.bradburne]

if it fell during a time I wasnt out of town for work i would be there in a heart beat. and SWMBO would like vegas too
win win in my opinion

[gollum83]

I like the idea, depends on timing though gents.

[blackfoot]

Yes, obviously finances and time off are an issue. But with enough warning for planning, I would love to go to this! :thumbup1:

[coachschaller]

Would love to meet up, but not in Vegas.

[ryeblade]

Join up with the other sites. Create a consortium/convention for all wet shave interests. Sell vendor tables, individual & group tables for den emptying etc. Speakers, on going demos, workshops etc.
Before picking Las Vegas perhaps determine where population centers are and maybe one East and one West. Start smaller and build unless there is a compelling response to fill a big convention room.

[blackfoot]

Join up with the other sites. Create a consortium/convention for all wet shave interests. Sell vendor tables, individual & group tables for den emptying etc. Speakers, on going demos, workshops etc.
Before picking Las Vegas perhaps determine where population centers are and maybe one East and one West. Start smaller and build unless there is a compelling response to fill a big convention room.

If we do that we are sure to meet in Texas! :lol:

[tvldatsi]

People may have the wrong idea, Vegas is probably the least expensive vacation period. Plane tickets, lodging, etc all cheap cause they expect you to gamble (in my case they're right)

[jakespoppy]

If we do that we are sure to meet in Texas! :lol:

I like Blake's idea! :thumbup1:

But could we call it something else besides "Con"? That sounds kind of, ummm, negative. :001_huh:

[thatsilverguy]

Las Vegas sounds like a good "central" location where lots of us could get together for fun times.

Memphis or Kansas City could also be fun places to go (when the weather settles down).

Or we could do a West Coast get-together in Vegas and an East Coast in Atlantic City?

Bottom line: I like the idea. Tell us more!

Larry

[Nick]

Thanks for the good ideas everyone, and keep 'em coming!!!!!

We picked Vegas for several reasons. It's a destination location, people can bring their significant others and not worry about them sitting bored in a hotel all day, there's something for everyone to do, even if they're not primarily interested in shaving. Further, Vegas is the cheapest, most accessible option out there. There are a ton of non-stop or one-stop flights, and there is a glut of good hotel rooms, especially during the off-seasons.

Ideally, an East Coast meet, or even international meets would be fantastic, and are definitely a consideration, but as they say, gotta start somewhere. :wink2:

[moontroll]

Schedule for August or December (my vacation times), and I promise to be there - well groomed! :thumbup1:

[SRock]

Voted. Cool idea.

[bmc1979]

Great idea but I wouldn't be able to make it this year unless it's planned for June 11-15 this year as I'll be in Vegas then:biggrin1:

[Man with no name]

Outstanding idea! I vote yes!

[Don Barbiere]

Thats a great idea,I will be there, shaved , tailored and all :)
http://content.ytmnd.com/content/a/f/9/af945c02b49bbb98fa4397827d1bac4b.gif

[bhorsoft]

....Vegas is on the other side of the country for me and I don't fly unless I really, really, positively, absolutely have to.

[luvmysuper]

....Vegas is on the other side of the country for me and I don't fly unless I really, really, positively, absolutely have to.

Well, you really, really, positively, absolutely have to! :thumbup1:

[Mako72]

I'd be all over it!

But I am only about an hour south of LV:001_tt2:, I could probably work it into one of my bimonthly trips to shop.

Jay

Edit- On the plus side for you guys... Since you can't fly with DE blades you can mail them to me and I'll bring them up!!!

[jgkeegan]

I'm interested but timing is everything as they say.

same here.

[Figaro de Seville]

Why not a west coast and an east coast. Maybe one in Vegas and one in DC. It can get quite expensive to travel from the east coast to vegas.

[jgkeegan]

Why not a west coast and an east coast. Maybe one in Vegas and one in DC. It can get quite expensive to travel from the east coast to vegas.


For me, Atlantic City would be a lot more appealing than DC.

But Vegas is the most appealing of all, and that is the subject of this thread.

[Wendy]

Vegas..........no wives right:tongue_sm

Does this mean I have to get divorced to go?

[azmark]

Does this mean I have to get divorced to go?

Vegas.........what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas:lol:

[TheVez2]

Not that I could actually go, but it would be awesome!

[luvmysuper]

Does this mean I have to get divorced to go?

Nope.
My wife will be going.
I can see me trying to run off to Vegas without her.
Yeah, like that's gonna happen! :lol:

[djh]

As much as I am sure that this would be a lot of fun....... it is a long trip for me and I can't see it happening at the moment.

[azmark]

Nope.
My wife will be going.
I can see me trying to run off to Vegas without her.
Yeah, like that's gonna happen! :lol:

Yeah that isn't going to happen. My wife loves Vegas so we'll be doing a lot of dinning at our favorite restaurants.

[Don Barbiere]

No wives...video at 18:55 :tongue_sm

http://www.tvland.com/shows/everybody-loves-raymond/full-episodes/robert-needs-money

[Mr. Imperial]

This is a really cool idea. Like many other broke students, I won't be able to attend, but I second the emotion :001_smile.

[jgkeegan]

This is a really cool idea. Like many other broke students, I won't be able to attend, but I second the emotion :001_smile.


Aren't students supposed to go further and further and further into debt?

:a7::a7::a7:

--james

[blackfoot]

Honestly, I have never been to Vegas and have recently decided I want to go. This would be great for me! Timing is the key.

[gollum83]

If we do that we are sure to meet in Texas! :lol:

Hey I second that as long as BBQ is involved... :lol:

[Powderkeg]

It would get in the way of my various aquisition disorders. :scared:

Seriously though, don't have that kind of cash to blow at the moment.

[Evbo]

Never been to Vegas. I'd love to go but timing is everything. So it's an absolute, without-a-doubt solid "maybe." :001_tongu

Hey, just a thought but...what about here in NYC? Javits Center? Or maybe @ the West Side Piers where other trade shows are held? I'm pretty sure Pasteur & Cambridge wouldn't mind. :w00t:

[KiltedShaver]

I think it's a fabulous idea!! Although somewhere more central US would be nice!

[Hallzy]

Without a doubt I would be in..... Now just when...? :tongue_sm

[natchez]

Vegas is a short hop for me, so heck yeah, if the timing is good. Do you have dates in mind?

There are really good hotel deals now, particularly off the strip. But, Saturday nights are always more pricey. In Downtown the Golden Nugget is a pretty nice place. Stayed there for business and it was fine.

I would probably be willing to help with some funds so some of our student members could attend. It has been 35 years, but I remember being perpetually broke in school. :001_rolle I surely did not have the funds for a weekend jaunt to Vegas. We lived on grilled cheese sandwiches and pasta. No ramen noodles back then. I could barely afford the bus to get back home for the holidays.

I would truly like to meet some of more experienced members and hear what they have to show and tell on a range of topics, both formally and over a cold one.

Did anyone suggest some sort of a swap event also? Maybe, I missed it above.

Think of it- giant lobsters at the Palm, educational shaving seminars, maybe some badger racing :001_smile

[Kvarten]

You guys in the US have all the fun.:angry:
I don't think SWMBO would think kindly of me if I dragged her of to a shaving convention on our holiday. That is if we where going to USA.
To expensive for me, hence art is still king.:thumbup1:

[azmark]

No ramen noodles back then.



What! I have a whole new respect for you, Richard. Ramen and Tapatio for me. I still have it for lunch:thumbup1:

[coverton341]

I think it's an awesome idea and if I had some forewarning to save for it and a basic cost structure to plan around I am sure I could make it.

[DanOK]

Sorry, Vegas is just not for me. I like the regional ideas (west coast, Midwest, deep south, and east coast) and anywhere in the Caribbean would get me on a plane.

[broncolobill]

Would us folks that only come out of the woodwork occasionally be able to attend?

[blackfoot]

Would us folks that only come out of the woodwork occasionally be able to attend?

I don't think there is a minimum post count for attendance. :lol:

[gollum83]

I don't think there is a minimum post count for attendance. :lol:

Which you have no doubt far exceeded. :001_tongu

[bradyarz]

I don't think there is a minimum post count for attendance. :lol:


Which you have no doubt far exceeded. :001_tongu

if he can't make it, we're all in trouble. :001_tt2:

[Samurai-5]

If you all decide to do this, I can assist in the Preparations or locations. (I'm in pretty good with most of the hotels)

[Darth Indiana]

i love the idea, but Vegas is too far away for me. :sad:

[BobS]

I live on the East Coast and would definitely consider it if was somewhere between Washington DC and New York, but LA is a bit of a stretch.

[Crawford Montizano]

So let's compromise and have it this place (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geographic_center_of_the_contiguous_United_States) .

[glock21c]

all depends on day of the week m-th is out...f-s im in. ill drive up from phoenix in the van. i could split the gas with say 4-5 others that may want to pool from phoenix area. besides the con it would give me a op to visit with some family i havent seen in 20 years.sounds like a great idea if you guys can get space at a reasonable ticket price for us.
:w00t::w00t::w00t:
im not sure how the b&b guys are as far as srp.com peoples but i have talked to one of the guys and was told this idea would be great if it actually happened so it might be a good idea to let them know whats going on,i find myself between b&b.com, srp.com, and coticule.be almost everyday and i think it would be so informative and great to be able to hit this con and see a bit of everything. if i missed any of the good sites to hit regularly please send me a mail,i really enjoy finding new places that are GOOD. :thumbup1:

[Quintar]

This would be a great idea. I'll be in vegas june 26-29th so umm I vote for making it happen that weekend! :001_rolle

[PiXmo]

Great idea. I'd really like. :w00t:

But I'm afraid it is too far and too expensive for me... :crying:

[Pigbutter]

I'm up for a Vegas trip. Tell me when and where.

[Bit2]

Vegas is always fun.
The time of year makes a difference.
Because of varying work schedules, family obligations, and cost; you may not get everyone to go but a decent turnout if you give us enough time to plan (and save).

JB

[klassic1]

That would be great. Especially if it was a fight weekend.

[Argonaut]

It would depend on the timing, sounds good though.

[Mike Schutz]

It would be wonderful to get together but in my case, Las Vegas would be out of the question because of personal and work commitments. Also SWAMBO would start to question my sanity.

[hunter87597]

Vegas? Generally speaking, that's pretty west in the country. A more central location would be ideal for everyone IMHO. Dallas is smack dab in the middle of the country almost, an ideal location. Oklahoma city maybe even. I know a lot of the Texas guys and even the guys in the mid east won't be able to make it to Vegas. Sure sounds nice though

[Wendy]

Ok. Love it. My husband is all for it. Is it ok I do not wet shave?

[dpm802]

Vegas? Generally speaking, that's pretty west in the country. A more central location would be ideal for everyone IMHO. Dallas is smack dab in the middle of the country almost, an ideal location. Oklahoma city maybe even. I know a lot of the Texas guys and even the guys in the mid east won't be able to make it to Vegas. Sure sounds nice thoughAs someone else noted, Vegas is more geared to hosting a convention, and the air fare and accomodations will likely be less expensive, no matter where you're coming from.

[blackfoot]

As someone else noted, Vegas is more geared to hosting a convention, and the air fare and accomodations will likely be less expensive, no matter where you're coming from.

That is the key right there! Unless you're driving, this is going to be as cheap as possible. Any smaller city, no matter it's location, would end up costing a lot more for us attending. The only other good option would be to have multiple locations. If they did this, they would not get the same response from vendors or deals from the local establishments since each one would be a smaller convention.

[tvldatsi]

That is the key right there! Unless you're driving, this is going to be as cheap as possible. Any smaller city, no matter it's location, would end up costing a lot more for us attending. The only other good option would be to have multiple locations. If they did this, they would not get the same response from vendors or deals from the local establishments since each one would be a smaller convention.

THANK YOU, it was getting confusing reading all the "let's do it in my town" posts. Vegas is the cheapest flight I can think of, and unless you fear flying, I don't see any difference between flying there and flying anywhere else in the country, the longest flight you can take in the states is like 6 hours, absolutely nothing, an afternoon tops. Driving is more expensive in general too.

Can you tell I really want to go to this?:lol:

[gollum83]

Ok. Love it. My husband is all for it. Is it ok I do not wet shave?

Like you even need to ask? Yes, of course it's okay. :lol:

[jgkeegan]

THANK YOU, it was getting confusing reading all the "let's do it in my town" posts. Vegas is the cheapest flight I can think of, and unless you fear flying, I don't see any difference between flying there and flying anywhere else in the country, the longest flight you can take in the states is like 6 hours, absolutely nothing, an afternoon tops. Driving is more expensive in general too.

Can you tell I really want to go to this?:lol:


Very nicely said.

--james

[Jwolf24601]

Living in Vegas this should not be a problem :D

[drburt]

I would be interested. A convention sounds fun.

Burt

[Swanny]

That would be great. Especially if it was a fight weekend.

Keep in mind any BIG event in Vegas means much higher room rates and availability. Factor in that most Big events are on weekends and the rates double.

[jgkeegan]

Keep in mind any BIG event in Vegas means much higher room rates and availability. Factor in that most Big events are on weekends and the rates double.

I believe the opposite is the case. A larger group gets lower room rates. Given the 40% drop if gambling revenues in most casinos, the room occupancy rate is lower than ever before.

--james

[mouscacha]

I'd be down for that. I'll probably be the only person representing the 50th state though.

[KM-instructor]

Vegas..........no wives right:tongue_sm
And i thought that Vegas was where you could end up with one.:thumbdown

[Elecid]

Sounds wonderful! Vegas is a good location simply because of the sheer number of potential venues that are basically MADE for conventions.

I personally have a $40 loss limit if I gamble, and quit if I'm up significantly, so I'm usually not playing for long. I live close, so I'd drive up there for sure!

[jgkeegan]

And i thought that Vegas was where you could end up with one.:thumbdown

what happens in Vegas .....

[dpm802]

Sounds wonderful! Vegas is a good location simply because of the sheer number of potential venues that are basically MADE for conventions.I'm in full agreement that Las Vegas would be a good host, because of its central location and convention readiness.

But I'd like us to keep Atlantic City in the back of our minds, too ... if the first one is a success, we can hold the second one in AC. Each city could host every other year, maybe do one every six months if it proves popular enough and there's sufficient draw.


I personally have a $40 loss limit if I gamble, and quit if I'm up significantly, so I'm usually not playing for long. I live close, so I'd drive up there for sure!I'm not big on gambling either. I play about $20 a month on MegaMillions and Powerball lotteries, and sometimes drop into a casino and spend $10 on penny and nickel slots in order to kill an hour or so to sober up after a night out partying.

But even without gambling, both Vegas and AC offer a lot of tourist attractions and things to do. I, for one, would love to catch some of the live performances, especially Cirque du Solei.

[jgkeegan]

But even without gambling, both Vegas and AC offer a lot of tourist attractions and things to do. I, for one, would love to catch some of the live performances, especially Cirque du Solei.


Life without gambling would be like shaving with no beard or hair growth. Empty, at least a little. Gambling is good for the spirit.

[kirk 988]

thats a great idea ide love to but cant get to Vegas. :angry:

[dpm802]

Life without gambling would be like shaving with no beard or hair growth. Empty, at least a little. Gambling is good for the spirit.Yeah, OK, my life is empty. All I have going for me is Badger and Blade ... Poor, Poor Pitiful Me.

[jgkeegan]

Yeah, OK, my life is empty. All I have going for me is Badger and Blade ... Poor, Poor Pitiful Me.

I never would have known!

[victorydog]

I work for a major knife company and one of my reponsibilities is coordinating shipments to trade shows worldwide. I don't want to be a downer but these events can be extremely expensive to organize and execute. Hall rentals, freight, exhibition companies and drayage to and from the show can be many thousands of dollars per exhibitor. Judging from what I have seen on B&B there would be crossover with the attendees of many of the major knife and outdoor products trade shows. It may be possible to piggyback onto an existing show in Vegas or elsewhere. The BLADE show in Atlanta might be worth a look.

[jgkeegan]

I work for a major knife company and one of my reponsibilities is coordinating shipments to trade shows worldwide. I don't want to be a downer but these events can be extremely expensive to organize and execute. Hall rentals, freight, exhibition companies and drayage to and from the show can be many thousands of dollars per exhibitor. Judging from what I have seen on B&B there would be crossover with the attendees of many of the major knife and outdoor products trade shows. It may be possible to piggyback onto an existing show in Vegas or elsewhere. The BLADE show in Atlanta might be worth a look.


Now that's an interesting alternative.

[ric338]

Can't make it out to Vegas but if you think of having anything near the Boston or Providence area I would definitely make it.

[Doc4]

Does this mean I have to get divorced to go?
You have a wife? :001_rolle

I don't think there is a minimum post count for attendance. :lol:


Which you have no doubt far exceeded. :001_tongu


if he can't make it, we're all in trouble. :001_tt2:
Ouch: Hey Jim, wanna go to Vegas?
Jim: Sure, Ouch. Sounds like fun. Should we invite anyone else?
Ouch: How 'bout Srock?
Jim: Yeah, he's a solid mo'fo'. Hey Srock, you in for Vegas?
Srock: Hoo-yeah! Anyone else coming?
Ouch: It's you, me, and Jim-er-roonie so far.
Srock: that's all we need ... so long as we don't have that Blackfoot character ... :tongue_sm

THANK YOU, it was getting confusing reading all the "let's do it in my town" posts. Vegas is the cheapest flight I can think of, and unless you fear flying, I don't see any difference between flying there and flying anywhere else in the country, the longest flight you can take in the states is like 6 hours, absolutely nothing, an afternoon tops. Driving is more expensive in general too.

Can you tell I live in Vegas?
ftfy :tongue_sm

I'd be down for that. I'll probably be the only person representing the 50th state though.
Depends what order you count them in. I read left-to-right, so Hawaii is #1. (that pi$$e$ Texas off, but I just start talking about putting kidney beans in chilie con carne, and then Texas just ignores me.)

Life without gambling would be like shaving with no beard or hair growth. Empty, at least a little. Gambling is good for the spirit.

I bet you're wrong.

[Shave A Buck]

Wish the event all the success in the world however I do not believe I will attend. Vegas is too far for me to travel as a vendor with product to sell. Make sure you hit O'Sheas as it is a blast and on the cheap too.

[blackfoot]

Ouch: Hey Jim, wanna go to Vegas?
Jim: Sure, Ouch. Sounds like fun. Should we invite anyone else?
Ouch: How 'bout Srock?
Jim: Yeah, he's a solid mo'fo'. Hey Srock, you in for Vegas?
Srock: Hoo-yeah! Anyone else coming?
Ouch: It's you, me, and Jim-er-roonie so far.
Srock: that's all we need ... so long as we don't have that Blackfoot character ... :tongue_sm

Man, how many times have I heard that conversation. :lol:

[gollum83]

Man, how many times have I heard that conversation. :lol:

So if you you had a dime for everytime you heard that... :whistling:

[JohnnyDemonic]

Now ... if you want to do an East Coast version and hold a Shave-Con in Atlantic City, then I'm in!

That's what I was thinking.

[smokejumper]

I dont gamble but I would take a chance:lol: and attend depending on dates

[Trumanj]

I work for a major knife company and one of my reponsibilities is coordinating shipments to trade shows worldwide. I don't want to be a downer but these events can be extremely expensive to organize and execute. Hall rentals, freight, exhibition companies and drayage to and from the show can be many thousands of dollars per exhibitor. Judging from what I have seen on B&B there would be crossover with the attendees of many of the major knife and outdoor products trade shows. It may be possible to piggyback onto an existing show in Vegas or elsewhere. The BLADE show in Atlanta might be worth a look.

That was my thought too, I'm going to WorldCon in Reno this year and have been somewhat involved with some of the details and I can tell you it is uber expensive to do something large scale. But a gun show or knife show could be fairly easy to piggy back onto and possibly attract new members.

Austin or Dallas could work for some of these shows, its centrally located in the states. We have Enchante here in Austin and I think it would be easy to get Charles to set up a booth.

[blackfoot]

I for one look forward to hearing more about this. :thumbsup:

[Wendy]

[QUOTE=Doc4;3173236]You have a wife? :001_rolle]

LOL. No but I am a wife. Mark already said no wives : (

[blackfoot]

[QUOTE=Doc4;3173236]You have a wife? :001_rolle]

LOL. No but I am a wife. Mark already said no wives : (

Maybe you can't bring your husband. Lol

[Wendy]

[QUOTE=Wendy;3255425]

Maybe you can't bring your husband. Lol

Darn it, I will let him know now. : )

[blackfoot]

Darn it, I will let him know now. : )

:lol::lol:

[bluepunk18]

Love the idea, but funds and time do not allow. Perhaps, one day, a coordinated multi-city event? Like, B&B gatherings on the same weekend, in different cities around the world? That way those outside of the U.S. aren't left out, or traveling from Europe or further away. Boston for the Northeast, Maybe D.C. for the mid atlantic area? L.A. for those on the west coast, maybe Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa for Canada, all over the map...Either way, those who go, enjoy and share pictures!

[tommyguns]

i know chicago is no las vegas but i can get us a great hook up on a huge nice hotel, with huge event rooms. Its just a suggestion if help was needed with location issues i know getting place can get pricey..let me know

[ThePatrician]

The chances I'll be able to attend in person are slim ... but I think its a great idea!

Depending on the timing, I am sadly forced to agree. I will be in CONUS for five weeks next summer, and then after that it's off to Asia for two to three years. As much as I would love to attend, it's harder to justify a ticket from the Far East than it is from the DC area. I really want to, though.

[barneykiller]

If it were in Las Vegas, I would be there.

[SALBONE]

Any updates on the possibility of a convention? I am definitely interested. Wish there was a way to send a forum wide PM to get everyone's input...

[natchez]

Just a thought here, A number of groups I belong to have regional meetings to increase the ability of folks to attend. Las Vegas would probably work well for those in the western US/Canada, cheap flights and rooms, but might be tough for those in the eastern US/Canada, or overseas.

[alex2363]

Atlantic city may be better and cheaper......

[El Dingo Satanico]

Love the idea, but funds and time do not allow. Perhaps, one day, a coordinated multi-city event? Like, B&B gatherings on the same weekend, in different cities around the world? That way those outside of the U.S. aren't left out, or traveling from Europe or further away. Boston for the Northeast, Maybe D.C. for the mid atlantic area? L.A. for those on the west coast, maybe Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa for Canada, all over the map...Either way, those who go, enjoy and share pictures!

I like this idea. it would make the idea more viable (for me at least).

[Sergio70]

I would attend for sure

[fonkemonkey]

The chances I'll be able to attend in person are slim ... but I think its a great idea!

I look forward to lots of vicarious fun looking at pics and watching videos and reading posts from the actual attendees.

Now ... if you want to do an East Coast version and hold a Shave-Con in Atlantic City, then I'm in!

+1!

[Drybonz]

This would be really cool, but I couldn't make it to a west coast convention.

[Lexbomb]

Darn, tad far for me

[otto76]

How about Oklahoma? It's right in the middle of everything and everybody loves it here! Right?:barbershop_quartet_

[zethreal]

I know this is a really old thread... but I work for a travel agency. If you did want to plan a big get-together, I could see if it would be possible to do something with group space & possibly getting a deal on a hotel if we get enough people together...

[tblech]

That doesn't mean we couldn't have a european trade show. Maybe every other time and make it every other year so it'd be in Europe every fourth year?

[Rob341]

Lets go to Vegas!

[Luminose]

If there's one in the Northeast I know I'd go and drag my wife along with me ;)