The Cycle Show - NEC - 2012

[G2EWS]

Hi All,

Couldn't find a thread about who is going.

Is this worth a visit?

If so is anyone going on the Friday?

Regards

Chris

 

[Saluki]

Sadly we cannot afford to go this year. We have a voucher pinned to the calendar, admits 2 for half price. I'll pop it in the post if anyone wants it. Drop me a PM.

 

[jdtate101]

Yep going, Might drag my kids along, being child tickets were free for them . I think Sunday's my day.

 

[Silver Fox]

I went for the first time last year and had a good day out although it's hard not to feel like a kid in a sweety shop.

I'm planning on going again this year but aiming to arrive earlier as it was heaving by late morning.

 

[G2EWS]

Hi Silver Fox,

What day are you going?

Regards

Chris

 

[Silver Fox]

Saturday Chris, same as last year.

 

[gavgav]

Yep, heading over on the Sunday with Rickshaw Phil. I may be seriously tempted to buy far too much

 

[Matthames]

I am thinking of going, with it being on the weekend after payday things could get a little bit expensive.

 

[captain nemo1701]

I missed some of the big names like Specialized last year. It was the first show at the NEC, so give it time. I'm going on friday when I hope it won't be too crowded.

 

[guitarpete247]

I applied for a job with Monkeylectric for the show. But not heard anything so obviously didn't get it. I had to attach photo to application. So that decided it .
So no, I won't be going unless I come into some money before the weekend.

 

[Broughtonblue]

going on saturday but not expecting too much after last year, although the year before at earls court was far better. if it wasnt for a free ticket i possibly wouldnt bother

 

[G2EWS]

Up and getting ready to leave at 07:30. Will take a camera in case I see any bike porn.

If you spot me with my photographers jacket and probably small camera in hand, stop for a chat.

You won't miss me with the beard and moustache and pony tail.

Regards

Chris

 

[fossyant]

Dare not go - was even offered free tickets from a colleague. There would be a De-Rosa Protos under my arm if I took the credit card, followed by a right old beating from the wife !

 

[G2EWS]

Had a great day with my Son, very enjoyable.

Arrived, reached down to pay for some food and realised for the first time EVER in my life I had forgot my wallet!!

Only a couple of things that I would have bought at low cost, but will get them later.

I enjoyed walking around and seeing some of the awesome bits of kit. Fortunately my Son knows much more than I do so was able to explain things.

I was surprised the show was so small to be honest. Oh and Raleigh seems to have the biggest stand.

If you are into photography and are going Saturday or Sunday take a decent camera for the indoor MBX. I only had my small camera with me and was annoyed that I had to taken the D3S with 70 - 200 which would have been perfect.

Best regards

Chris

 

[Broughtonblue]

wasnt all that impressed, left saying the same thing i said last year "i wont come again next year" no doubt i will though!
edit: and £10 for parking!