JAinVA 4,619 #1 Posted May 15, 2019 (edited) Hello all, My wife and I have decided to attend at least one day at the big show.This will be a first for us both.The one thing I have heard about it is to bring a chair.While that sounds like a plan ,my son took all my aluminum lawn chairs. I had to buy some off E-bay and they showed up today.They were described as vintage and I guesss they are but I remember when they were $4.99 new.I am also thinking about loading the crane tractor up so you guys can look at it.I don't plan on taking it off the truck but if there is enough interest it will make the truck ride better. Edited May 15, 2019 by JAinVA 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldredrider 2,548 #2 Posted May 15, 2019 A chair is a necessity! Us old people (not you of course) need to rest the dogs. Unload that crane from the truck...we can have some fun with it... 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,888 #3 Posted May 15, 2019 35 minutes ago, JAinVA said: Hello all, My wife and I have decided to attend at least one day at the big show.This will be a first for us both.The one thing I have heard about it is to bring a chair.While that sounds like a plan ,my son took all my aluminum lawn chairs. I had to buy some off E-bay and they showed up today.They were described as vintage and I guesss they are but I remember when they were $4.99 new.I am also thinking about loading the crane tractor up so you guys can look at it.I don't plan on taking off the truck but if there is enough interest it will make truck ride better. 10 minutes ago, oldredrider said: A chair is a necessity! Us old people (not you of course) need to rest the dogs. Unload that crane from the truck...we can have some fun with it... I might need to borrow it! 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,336 #4 Posted May 15, 2019 Do those chairs have cup holders? Us seniors need our adult beverage!! 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldredrider 2,548 #5 Posted May 15, 2019 18 minutes ago, pullstart said: I might need to borrow it! Might? Duh! I've seen how you pack stuff. Always room to go up! 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,118 #6 Posted May 15, 2019 I bought a $20 rocking lawn chair from TSC. One of my better purchases! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #7 Posted May 15, 2019 What does it weigh?I have lots of foldable chairs that come in the bags.They are heavy and are a pain to put back in the holsters. I will be the old guy with the blue and white webbed lawn chairs.I would like to meet as many of the folks on here as I can. The few of you I have met in person have been a joy. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,299 #8 Posted May 16, 2019 Old guy description will not work , us ole guys are all over the place up there . Hope you make it on Friday . 1 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #9 Posted May 16, 2019 I'll be there Friday for sure,Jim. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,118 #10 Posted May 16, 2019 If you see an old guy with red suspenders, give them a tug! 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,888 #11 Posted May 16, 2019 I’ll be the guy chasing after his wife and daughters on their red tractors! And chasing deals! Heck yeah I can multitask if I have to! I think! Someone watch my women for me, could ya? 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,000 #12 Posted May 16, 2019 I'll be the other old guy there, look me up 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,888 #13 Posted May 16, 2019 2 minutes ago, wallfish said: I'll be the other old guy there, look me up Hopefully the other old guy with a toothpick tractor on display? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,000 #14 Posted May 16, 2019 1 minute ago, pullstart said: Hopefully the other old guy with a toothpick tractor on display? I'll have it. So that will identify at least this one old guy. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #15 Posted May 16, 2019 Why do I get the feeling that I will be at home and lost in the crowd at the same time? 2 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tunahead72 2,412 #16 Posted May 16, 2019 Because you will. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kthack657 279 #17 Posted May 16, 2019 It is a great event!! You will not be disappointed. We always have extra chairs to sit in, and at least 1 easy up for shade!! Look for the big red tent across from Glen Cockerham ( he is the one with the tractor trailer bed outside the barn area 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #18 Posted May 16, 2019 You cannot bring a tractor to the big show and not take it off the truck !! They have a loading ramp close to the road to make loading and unloading easy. 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,000 #19 Posted May 16, 2019 Might as well unload it if you bring it. There's a place you can back up to and drive it on and off. Plenty of space to park it when not driving it around. You'll be sorry if don't. Plus that's an extra seat 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #20 Posted May 16, 2019 Thanks guys.Not ever having attended I was not sure of the correct etiquette. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,299 #21 Posted May 16, 2019 Bring a rain coat or other items that will keep you dry. AT some time during the 3 days there will be water falling out of the sky. You have to visit the Mash Pole and Howard. 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 17,000 #22 Posted May 16, 2019 Just now, JAinVA said: correct etiquette. Have fun and enjoy the show is the proper etiquette. The first show is like data overload. They'll be so much to take in and meeting lots of friendly people that time passes way to quick, almost like time traveling. It's hard to explain but you'll see what I mean after you leave. Just make sure you get in the group pic too. They usually announce it over the loud speaker when it's time. 3 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,299 #23 Posted May 16, 2019 Bring your wallet , there will be things there that you will need to bring home. 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JAinVA 4,619 #24 Posted May 16, 2019 (edited) I can get a feeling for the event just from your responses.I am truly looking forward to being there.Sounds like Christmas coming for a 5 year old.Thank you for your posts. Edited May 16, 2019 by JAinVA 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,983 #25 Posted May 16, 2019 2 hours ago, wallfish said: I'll be the other old guy there, look me up Me too... 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
