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Author Topic: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?  (Read 365 times)

Offline Zradix

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K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« on: January 25, 2012, 08:11:00 AM »
I know what they are.
....and I'm REALLY BUMMED I can't make it to either.

People shouldn't really have to choose.
They're the biggest shows around...and you have to choose...lol

I don't know if any organizers of either events use this site, but it sure would seem smart to talk with each other and try to come up with separate weekends for the shows.

Might have a better turnout for both.

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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #1 on: January 25, 2012, 08:28:00 AM »
Another way to look at it is,  the people that have to travel a ways , can make two great shows in one weekend.  I am less than an hour from both so I hope to make em both.
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Offline Tim Fishell

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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #2 on: January 25, 2012, 08:42:00 AM »
For me the Hunt Time Expo is a waste of time.  Unless your looking for a some what decent deal on a guided/outfitted hunt.  I live 30 mins from Grand Rapids and have only made it to that show 1 time.
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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #3 on: January 25, 2012, 08:46:00 AM »
I agree.  Other than the new Puppy alley that the HTE is having this year, it's a waste.
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Offline Jon Stewart

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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #4 on: January 25, 2012, 09:01:00 AM »
I also went to the G.R show one time and that was enough.  Not even a close comparison to the Kazoo show.

If its trad its at the Kazoo show.

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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #5 on: January 25, 2012, 09:50:00 AM »
Honestly I have never been to the GR show and I problebly won't. K-zoo has so much stuff and I would much rather go to k-zoo than travel an hour.

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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #6 on: January 25, 2012, 11:38:00 AM »
Honestly I have never been to the GR show and I problebly won't. K-zoo has so much stuff and I would much rather go to k-zoo than travel an hour.

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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #7 on: January 25, 2012, 11:46:00 AM »
Actually it is geared for the wheelie bow tech junkies. However I go every year as Mr. Fishell pointed out I have got a couple good leads on outfitters their. Also several of my friends have booths their and I go to visit with them. I have also made some other great contacts there that have been a good fit.

I wouldn't say it's a waste of time, especialy if your an outdoorsman. Since I live 25 minutes away it is well worth my time.  However if I had to choose one over the other it would be hands down the Kazoo show.
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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #8 on: January 25, 2012, 11:47:00 AM »
Don't get me wrong guys...

I'd rather go to the trad show if given a choice.
but why have to choose.

I can understand the reply about making a weekend out of it and going to both.

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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #9 on: January 25, 2012, 12:56:00 PM »
Dont they both run all weekend?

I wouldnt miss Kzoo for anything, but all day Saturday and I'm good to go.

Those that wish  can hit both during the weekend.

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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #10 on: January 25, 2012, 02:18:00 PM »
I have been to the show in GR once.  I don't miss the Kzoo expo.  However, you have to add the GR car show to the list because that is this weekend also.  I am  thinking about going up on Saturday afternoon for that after Friday night and first half of the day Saturday at the Kzoo Expo.
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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #11 on: January 26, 2012, 12:37:00 AM »
It looks like I'm pulling a double. Trad show Saturday, Huntin' Time Expo Sunday. I've never been to the trad show and am really looking forward to it. The expo is more of a ritual. I never spend much money, but always leave with big dreams.

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Re: K-zoo trad show vs Huntin' time expo in GR....?
« Reply #12 on: January 26, 2012, 07:40:00 AM »
I'm lucky. The K-Zoo trad show is in January and The Ohio Deer and Turkey Expo is in March. No conflict, plus the Deer and Turkey Expo is always on my birthday weekend! Did I mention they have a few trad items at the March Expo too?


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