Never too early to make plans for the National

[BengoughingForAwhile]

Originally Posted by peterose4hof

Who are the Cubs playing on those days?

Brewers during the week, Dodgers on the weekend. The Cubbies should have a 10 game lead in their division by the time the National comes to town so tickets will be hard to get!

[Tony Gordon]

Net54 needs a facebook-type "Like" button.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by Tony Gordon

Net54 needs a facebook-type "Like" button.

I/we have resisted Facebook and Twitter because, quite honestly, they make me puke.

[GaryPassamonte]

I've got front row seats behind the Dodger's dugout Thursday night. That's a dream come true for this lifelong Dodgers fan.

[ecRich]

Originally Posted by GaryPassamonte

I've got front row seats behind the Dodger's dugout Thursday night. That's a dream come true for this lifelong Dodgers fan.

Wow Gary,
The Dodgers at Wrigley make going to the National very tempting. Since I'm sure you have an extra ticket or two I'll sit with you. Remember us Dodger fans have to stick together.

[GaryPassamonte]

Since I live in western NY, my opportunities to see the Dodgers play are few. Last year I saw them play for the first time in Philadelphia, which is almost a 6 hour drive. When I found out the Dodgers would be in Chicago at the same time the National was being held this year, I was ecstatic and went out and got the best tickets I could find. Hopefully the weather gods will cooperate.

[Donscards]

Leon thanks on the facebook and twitter I am with you on that---just not my thing---I have my hotel also booked for the National---and will attend the net 54 dinner again. Don

[bigwinnerx]

Whoever set up the Net54 twitter account that links new threads has my thanks as it alerts me to new posts all the time. Be great if they could set it up for the BST board, too.

Very sorry I missed the National in Bmore last year as not sure if/when it'll ever come back this way.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by bigwinnerx

Whoever set up the Net54 twitter account that links new threads has my thanks as it alerts me to new posts all the time. Be great if they could set it up for the BST board, too.

Very sorry I missed the National in Bmore last year as not sure if/when it'll ever come back this way.

I don't have a smart phone, still have a dumb one. I don't have a Twitter account but my wife checked and lo and behold there is a Twitter account for Net54baseball. And there are 370+ followers . I guess you have to have the Twitter app to have Twitter. If others want to do it I won't try to spoil any fun. I just think following a chat board on a phone is a bit overboard (says the most addicted collector I know (myself))......

[bigwinnerx]

Originally Posted by Leon

I don't have a smart phone, still have a dumb one. I don't have a Twitter account but my wife checked and lo and behold there is a Twitter account for Net54baseball. And there are 370+ followers . I guess you have to have the Twitter app to have Twitter. If others want to do it I won't try to spoil any fun. I just think following a chat board on a phone is a bit overboard (says the most addicted collector I know (myself))......

Fair enough. I have Echofon (free Twitter client) on my iPad and if I happen to see the Net54 account update scroll by, it may bring me to login to the site.

Not to completely derail this, but, here's the account and here's what you see in the update. A thread title and a link.

https://twitter.com/net54baseball

[atx840]

Just booked my flights, need to track down a hotel. This will be my first card show, quite stoked to see that much cardboard in one room. Also four days away from the kids

I've been reading up on the tips form lats year, comfy shoes and a backpack sound like the most important, as well bring cash and a list of cards you are looking for.

Is the VIP 1/2 hour early really worth it, I am not interested in autos or gift bags? I hear SneakAPeak is a good idea for those of us who like to scour for hidden oddities. Are there any ways to work the room for us Vintage and especially T206 focused collectors.

Im staying until Sat, which is likely way more time then Ill need but want to hit up the Net54 Diner. Appreciate the tips everyone has shared.

[tbob]

Originally Posted by atx840

Is the VIP 1/2 hour early really worth it, I am not interested in autos or gift bags? I hear SneakAPeak is a good idea for those of us who like to scour for hidden oddities. Are there any ways to work the room for us Vintage and especially T206 focused collectors.

Chris- I'm not interested in the autos or gift bags either but it is great not to have to stand in the long lines to get in and also helpful to have a VIP room to sit down in, re-focus and check purchases, review notes on which cards are available, prices, etc., plus you'll see other 54ers there doing the same thing and the conversations are worth the price.
The Skeak Peek is probably overblown because so many people now attend it but it still gives you a crack at picking up a card which might not be there Thursday...

[atx840]

Thanks Tbob, VIP it is then.

I figured that if everyone gets a sneakapeak then its not really that sneaky...Thanks for the insight...really looking forward to meeting several members and seeing some amazing cardboard.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by Leon

I/we have resisted Facebook and Twitter because, quite honestly, they make me puke.

+ infinity.

[ullmandds]

I'm locked and loaded...er I mean have my flight and hotel booked...looking forward to it!!!!

[Shoele$$]

Originally Posted by Cubs1969

The Cubbies should have a 10 game lead in their division by the time the National comes to town so tickets will be hard to get!

Ha!.....love the optimism

[Ease]

If anyone would be interested in sharing a room at the super8 for Friday and Saturday night please PM me. Looks like it could be under 90$ apiece. (Im not a partier & I dont drink.)
I'm talking under 90$ for both nights, just for clarification.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by Ease

(Im not a partier & I dont drink.)

So it's safe to say the party isn't in your room?

[Ease]

Originally Posted by Leon

So it's safe to say the party isn't in your room?

Haha yeah, this doesnt mean I'm an un-fun guy. Really.

[Jewish-collector]

How fun are you, Eric ?

[Ease]

Originally Posted by Jewish-collector

How fun are you, Eric ?

Ha! Well, now that depends on your definition of fun