I was thinking about returning to Allentown for the first time in many years for the 50th show in March ... and then looked at plane fares from L.A. and got sticker shock (particularly given a couple recent non-record-related expenses). So I'm throwing it out there in search of informed opinions - is the 45-only show worth the trip nowadays?
Is Allentown worth the trip these days?
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Dave Baldwin
Tennalaga Class
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- May 5, 2011
- Location
- Deep Texas
I haven't been in about 6 years. At a different venue now...not heard anything about any amazing finds there from anyone.
Any East Coasters care to weigh in on this?
Any East Coasters care to weigh in on this?
- Joined
- Apr 20, 2011
- Location
- The shores of southern CT
My last visit to this show was in 2016.
The problem I have is these shows are scheduled right before a holiday weekend most of the time, or too early (March) or late (late November).
This schedule makes it nearly impossible for me to make it due to work and family stuff.
I've said for years - have one show, May thru September time frame. Perfect, no weather issues, etc. Then make sure the date does not conflict with other larger shows like Austin, Birmingham, and Orlando.
As for what I've heard, there are few "bargains" to be had. Last report from a friend who attended a few years back - collector prices that were too high or fixed.
I'd like to travel to Austin and Birmingham again, but flight prices plus lodging costs put this out of reeach nowadays. You need at least 3 grand to spend on records to make these shows worthwhile.
The problem I have is these shows are scheduled right before a holiday weekend most of the time, or too early (March) or late (late November).
This schedule makes it nearly impossible for me to make it due to work and family stuff.
I've said for years - have one show, May thru September time frame. Perfect, no weather issues, etc. Then make sure the date does not conflict with other larger shows like Austin, Birmingham, and Orlando.
As for what I've heard, there are few "bargains" to be had. Last report from a friend who attended a few years back - collector prices that were too high or fixed.
I'd like to travel to Austin and Birmingham again, but flight prices plus lodging costs put this out of reeach nowadays. You need at least 3 grand to spend on records to make these shows worthwhile.
Dave Baldwin
Tennalaga Class
- Joined
- May 5, 2011
- Location
- Deep Texas
The last time I remember Allentown being worth the trip (unless you live within driving distance,
as I used to) was when Bill Nadolny sold off his personal 45 collection there. Filled some pretty
big 'holes' in my garage want list that morning.
as I used to) was when Bill Nadolny sold off his personal 45 collection there. Filled some pretty
big 'holes' in my garage want list that morning.
