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Hi!

I'm thinking about going to the pinball show in Allentown for the first time. Normally, do the vendors sell their stuff cheaper than we can see online or it's the same?

I don't want to buy a machine, I'm just curious to see what the show is, I want to play many pinball machines and buy some parts if I found some. Talk and drink some beers with people. Does it worth the trip for someone like me?
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It's my favorite show. Just a good atmosphere. Lots to play and buy (if you chose to) and some vendors do have show specials. I just love the flea market and scouring boxes for neat stuff. Old to new, you will find it here.

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Honestly, most parts aren't priced at a discount. The only real savings are the shipping costs, especially on big things like legs and glass.

I usually whip up a large marco order prior to the show. They'll bring it with them for you to pick up.

The best aspect of the show is the flea market and the treasure trove of used parts, parts machines and projects, if that's your thing. And the Farmer's Market.

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The Farmer's Market is a highlight for me. The flea market as others mentioned is great as well. If you check the PinFest website for the list of vendors. They will most likely bring you stuff if you buy in advance.
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I've never been either, but am going this year. I suppose I need to find a where to stay, too!

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shovelhed wrote:I've never been either, but am going this year. I suppose I need to find a where to stay, too!
I suggest you get on it.

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Sparky wrote:Just join us over there. Come have a beer. You will have a great time! Book a room at the Ramada... most guys from QC are staying there.
I am planning to with a friend.
Do you typically go Thursday or Fri am til Sat? Is there enough to see for a couple visits?

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I like to sleep in my own bed Saturday night and be home on Sunday... so arriving at the show Thursday night and leaving around mid-day Saturday usually works well for me.

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Drano wrote:I like to sleep in my own bed Saturday night and be home on Sunday... so arriving at the show Thursday night and leaving around mid-day Saturday usually works well for me.
^^ THIS ^^

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Sparky wrote: it is nice to get some ZZzzz's on a weekend and make it a personal vacation. Makes for a brief yet welcome escape.
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I travel too much... but I sympathize for sure. I have young kids at home too.

Sometimes waking up in that hotel and sleeping as long as you wanted without anyone jumping on the bed (aside from Azatotht) is pure heaven.

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Drano wrote:I travel too much... but I sympathize for sure. I have young kids at home too.

Sometimes waking up in that hotel and sleeping as long as you wanted without anyone jumping on the bed (aside from Azatotht) is pure heaven.
.... until you vomit all over it.

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Well I just decided to go to down this year.
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You must have the deep fried cheese curds.

I have it on good authority that you will not sh!t for a week after.

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pharoah007 wrote:You must have the deep fried cheese curds.

I have it on good authority that you will not sh!t for a week after.
If you follow the fried curds with a meat pretzel it acts as a laxative. This is a warning to all Allentown Toilet bowls! :FP:

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