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Aqua Show...
« on: October 28, 2006, 03:58:42 pm »
Who's going? I'll be there on the 9th for a whirlwind tour. I know what to look for, but WHO should I look for?
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Aqua Show...
« on: October 28, 2006, 03:58:42 pm »

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Re: Aqua Show...
« Reply #1 on: October 28, 2006, 04:05:50 pm »
I'll be there. Frank! Say "Hello" if you see me. (I'm often oblivious to my surroundings in that candy store they call the Aqua Show.

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« Reply #2 on: October 28, 2006, 06:38:15 pm »
I almost forgot. I'm going! Driving down Tuesday, coming back Friday. If anyone wants an Exhibitors badge let me know. I've got tons of extras. They allow you to get in before the official starting time.
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« Reply #3 on: October 28, 2006, 07:59:01 pm »
I'll be at NSPI this year. Well....maybe....right Doc?  ;)

 Anyone else going there?


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« Reply #4 on: October 28, 2006, 10:46:24 pm »
I think a lot of people have stopped going to Aqua and are focusing on NSPI.  This will be Marquis' first year of only going to the NSPI show and not both.

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« Reply #5 on: October 30, 2006, 12:00:56 pm »
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I think a lot of people have stopped going to Aqua and are focusing on NSPI.  This will be Marquis' first year of only going to the NSPI show and not both.

I'm curious...Do most feel this way? Why is that do you think?

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« Reply #6 on: October 30, 2006, 01:12:40 pm »
Last year after attending both shows I thought the NSPI had much better classes. I think the Aqua show is more spas and the NSPI offers both pool and spas as does Aqua but it it seems to be a larger show.

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« Reply #7 on: October 30, 2006, 02:42:11 pm »
If I go to either, it will be NSPI.  Having 2 competing shows in Vegas is silly.
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« Reply #8 on: October 30, 2006, 03:08:42 pm »
Interesting. As it happens I will be in Vegas at the same time as the aqua show for a different convention.

I suppose this show is only for people in the biz? Or can anyone get into it? Or would a consumer not find it of interest?

Kind of interesting but looks like it is for industry folks which makes sense I suppose.

 http://aquashow.com/media/AQ_Broch06.pdf
« Last Edit: October 30, 2006, 03:15:31 pm by tanstaafl2 »
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« Reply #9 on: October 30, 2006, 04:34:50 pm »
NSPI is better, they have better classes and more exhibitors.
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« Reply #10 on: October 30, 2006, 04:53:39 pm »
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Last year after attending both shows I thought the NSPI had much better classes. I think the Aqua show is more spas and the NSPI offers both pool and spas as does Aqua but it it seems to be a larger show.

So let's hook up there again! I'm bringing my wife along as she's never been to Vegas so bring yours and we'll do Freemont again with the ladies! Let me know...ya got my number! I just booked my trip and we'll be at the Mirage arriving Tuesday early afternoon and flying out Sunday night. Get your ppl to arrange it with my ppl! ;)

Maybe we'll get Doc and his better half to come along and he can buy! Hell of an idea!! Anyone else wanna come along? It's on Doc! ;D

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« Reply #11 on: October 30, 2006, 11:19:43 pm »
Looks like I'm probably going to both. Too many people to meet with at Aqua, and some of them are only going to NSPI.

No problem though guys. We'll sit at the slots and I'll order you anything you want   ;)

But, Steve, I owe you dinner (and you can just FORGET Picasso's). Looks like the other thing isn't going to work out right now. "Mom" decided she wants to do some traveling and is throwing an inheritance guilt trip at me  ;D :-/ ;D




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Last year after attending both shows I thought the NSPI had much better classes. I think the Aqua show is more spas and the NSPI offers both pool and spas as does Aqua but it it seems to be a larger show.

So let's hook up there again! I'm bringing my wife along as she's never been to Vegas so bring yours and we'll do Freemont again with the ladies! Let me know...ya got my number! I just booked my trip and we'll be at the Mirage arriving Tuesday early afternoon and flying out Sunday night. Get your ppl to arrange it with my ppl! ;)

Maybe we'll get Doc and his better half to come along and he can buy! Hell of an idea!! Anyone else wanna come along? It's on Doc! ;D
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Re: Aqua Show...
« Reply #12 on: October 31, 2006, 12:12:18 pm »
No problem my friend. The thought was nice and appreciated but the meal will still cost you the equivalent! ;D

Let's try and pick a night and we can all meet up. Mendo will be there and I'm not sure who else from here?

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Re: Aqua Show...
« Reply #13 on: October 31, 2006, 01:03:47 pm »
Doc,
Are you displaying at both or just Aqua?
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« Reply #14 on: October 31, 2006, 02:15:53 pm »
We're not displaying at either this year.  I'm excited as I'll get to spend more than 10 minutes wondering around.
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