In my experience at the show, all the larger suppliers and discount retailers are present and most of the smaller suppliers are there as well. Generally, for most regularly available items, prices tend to be very good and there are some outright bargains.
However, if your intention is to save a wad of cash, by the time you factor in the drive and gas, it would most likely be less expensive and more convenient to simply order the items you seek.
The real reasons for going to the show, imho, are
1) to meet the folks who model in large scale or who are in the business - to share thoughts and ideas on the hobby
2) to see some of the modular layouts and occasionally some very fine models that may be displayed
3) to see first hand products which may new or not otherwise very common in your home neighbourhood
The ECLSTS is a great show to attend ... but don't let the urge to treat it as a trip to the shopping mall overwhelm you or you will be disappointed.
Regards ... Doug
However, if your intention is to save a wad of cash, by the time you factor in the drive and gas, it would most likely be less expensive and more convenient to simply order the items you seek.
The real reasons for going to the show, imho, are
1) to meet the folks who model in large scale or who are in the business - to share thoughts and ideas on the hobby
2) to see some of the modular layouts and occasionally some very fine models that may be displayed
3) to see first hand products which may new or not otherwise very common in your home neighbourhood
The ECLSTS is a great show to attend ... but don't let the urge to treat it as a trip to the shopping mall overwhelm you or you will be disappointed.
Regards ... Doug