National should be really interesting

[bnorth]

I have never been to one but hope to some day. I have very little interest in going there to buy. I would just like to go look at all the super cool stuff.

I am not sure if I can give up what the game used item is but there will be one of the coolest most insanely rare items in baseball history being displayed there this year. It is easily a 7 figure item.

[tulsaboy]

I think that it will be interesting to see when/if some of the folks that bought at the peak start to panic sell. If/when they do, I think there could be a flood of sellers all trying to sell before the retreat in prices gets too drastic. I think, like most, that things like Mantle rookies will not see much of a retreat. But I would think that a lot of the ultra modern shiny stuff, plus some of the tangential stuff like 1989-1990 Fleer basketball, that saw huge price increases (at least on a percentage basis) will plummet for the foreseeable future. If that occurs, I think we will see an absolute onslaught of material coming up for sale, and prices will naturally plunge. People hoping for prices to remain relatively high better hope that people holding that product hold on to it and don't try to dump it to salvage some of their money.

Me, I'm a collector. The National is fun to go, socialize, see things you don't normally see, hunt for a needle in a haystack, find a few bargains here and there, and just have fun. I don't see it as a moneymaking prospect, or something that is financially sound. I see it like a vacation- the fun is the experience, and I'm not worried about whether or not I could have done better from my computer at home.

kevin

[asoriano]

Originally Posted by tulsaboy

Me, I'm a collector. The National is fun to go, socialize, see things you don't normally see, hunt for a needle in a haystack, find a few bargains here and there, and just have fun. I don't see it as a moneymaking prospect, or something that is financially sound. I see it like a vacation- the fun is the experience, and I'm not worried about whether or not I could have done better from my computer at home.

kevin

Well said, Kevin.

[Snapolit1]

Originally Posted by asoriano

Well said, Kevin.

Agree completely. It's a very fun time. Even if you land nothing of great importance, it's a place to celebrate the hobby. Is it the best place to get a good price on something. Uh, no. But a great place to see great eye candy and some of the faces of actual human beings in the hobby.

[BillyCoxDodgers3B]

Originally Posted by tulsaboy

Me, I'm a collector. The National is fun to go, socialize, see things you don't normally see, hunt for a needle in a haystack, find a few bargains here and there, and just have fun. I don't see it as a moneymaking prospect, or something that is financially sound. I see it like a vacation- the fun is the experience, and I'm not worried about whether or not I could have done better from my computer at home.

kevin

More power to you and everyone else who still manages to recapture even a fraction of the excitement that was felt when going to card shows as younger people. I'd give anything to feel that way again, but it just hasn't felt the same for over 30 years.

[Jewish-collector]

Like I've been saying for a few years, the novelty of attending the National is over. It's really just a large social meetup nowadays. beer chug.gif

[Aquarian Sports Cards]

Originally Posted by Jewish-collector

Like I've been saying for a few years, the novelty of attending the National is over. It's really just a large social meetup nowadays. Attachment 521341

I dunno, a large social meet up is pretty novel now-a-days!

[Roofman4]

I am attending my first National this year. Can't wait! I am looking for advice or opinions on the best way/options to get to the convention center. Is parking plentiful? should I Uber? Park out of town and ride the train? I know it's been awhile since the show has been in Atlantic City. Just really looking for the best option.


Thanks
RM4

[x2drich2000]

Originally Posted by Roofman4

I am attending my first National this year. Can't wait! I am looking for advice or opinions on the best way/options to get to the convention center. Is parking plentiful? should I Uber? Park out of town and ride the train? I know it's been awhile since the show has been in Atlantic City. Just really looking for the best option.


Thanks
RM4

Scot, I think a lot of this depends on if/where you are staying and if you're planning to meet up with anyone after the show to eat/socialize. Personally, I'm staying in the boardwalk area as I feel it gives me the best options to just leave the car where it is, run in the morning, walk to the show, and socialize afterwards. The convention center is just over a half mile (15 min) walk from the boardwalk; just be smart about the path you take, times you're going and, mingle with a group which shouldn't be too hard. Parking at the convention center seems pretty straight forward if you're coming from the AC Expressway and just going to the show. The convention center has a train stop for NJ transit if you want to park outside and take the train in. If you stay in the Borgata area, definitely Uber or drive.

[bbsports]

You know, I like hearing some of the comments on this site. I don't say too much too often, but this time, I will make an exception. The card market hasn't changed much since the covid. Many collectors that I know would rather put their investments in cards than in the bank or in stocks. The events happening now won't change too much, except for transportation. Doing pre war cards for many years, I have seen these cards level off, but not taking a dive and that's since the 80'S. As a dealer, I carry a large amount of t206 cards mostly in PSA 6's. I have set up at the last 5 Nationals. I do not send cards to auction houses, so they are available privately or at a few card shows that I do. With the National 5 weeks away, it is not a good idea to throw the National under the bus because of a bad experience or two. In that big room, there are some great cards available and there are some dealers out there that will work with customers so you can get a fair sale. Some dealers will raise their cost a little bit to cover their tables and hotel. Even if you don't buy anything, the National runs drawings and games for the kids. As a collector, you can pick up some advice from a dealer or even a business card. It's a fun 5 days for all.

[Donscards]

Originally Posted by bbsports

You know, I like hearing some of the comments on this site. I don't say too much too often, but this time, I will make an exception. The card market hasn't changed much since the covid. Many collectors that I know would rather put their investments in cards than in the bank or in stocks. The events happening now won't change too much, except for transportation. Doing pre war cards for many years, I have seen these cards level off, but not taking a dive and that's since the 80'S. As a dealer, I carry a large amount of t206 cards mostly in PSA 6's. I have set up at the last 5 Nationals. I do not send cards to auction houses, so they are available privately or at a few card shows that I do. With the National 5 weeks away, it is not a good idea to throw the National under the bus because of a bad experience or two. In that big room, there are some great cards available and there are some dealers out there that will work with customers so you can get a fair sale. Some dealers will raise their cost a little bit to cover their tables and hotel. Even if you don't buy anything, the National runs drawings and games for the kids. As a collector, you can pick up some advice from a dealer or even a business card. It's a fun 5 days for all.

Well said Bill. I know I am excited for the National. I know the economy is rough right now. I expect to have plenty of sales and also bringing plenty of cash to buy. And who knows,maybe Bill will sell me his psa 6 Ty Cobb!!

[SyrNy1960]

Originally Posted by BillyCox3

More power to you and everyone else who still manages to recapture even a fraction of the excitement that was felt when going to card shows as younger people. I'd give anything to feel that way again, but it just hasn't felt the same for over 30 years.

Agree! Me too!!

[yanks4]

QUOTE=tulsaboy;2234803]I think that it will be interesting to see when/if some of the folks that bought at the peak start to panic sell. If/when they do, I think there could be a flood of sellers all trying to sell before the retreat in prices gets too drastic. I think, like most, that things like Mantle rookies will not see much of a retreat. But I would think that a lot of the ultra modern shiny stuff, plus some of the tangential stuff like 1989-1990 Fleer basketball, that saw huge price increases (at least on a percentage basis) will plummet for the foreseeable future. If that occurs, I think we will see an absolute onslaught of material coming up for sale, and prices will naturally plunge. People hoping for prices to remain relatively high better hope that people holding that product hold on to it and don't try to dump it to salvage some of their money.

Me, I'm a collector. The National is fun to go, socialize, see things you don't normally see, hunt for a needle in a haystack, find a few bargains here and there, and just have fun. I don't see it as a moneymaking prospect, or something that is financially sound. I see it like a vacation- the fun is the experience, and I'm not worried about whether or not I could have done better from my computer at home.

kevin[/QUOTE]

Absolutely!

[mrreality68]

Originally Posted by yanks4

QUOTE=tulsaboy;2234803]I think that it will be interesting to see when/if some of the folks that bought at the peak start to panic sell. If/when they do, I think there could be a flood of sellers all trying to sell before the retreat in prices gets too drastic. I think, like most, that things like Mantle rookies will not see much of a retreat. But I would think that a lot of the ultra modern shiny stuff, plus some of the tangential stuff like 1989-1990 Fleer basketball, that saw huge price increases (at least on a percentage basis) will plummet for the foreseeable future. If that occurs, I think we will see an absolute onslaught of material coming up for sale, and prices will naturally plunge. People hoping for prices to remain relatively high better hope that people holding that product hold on to it and don't try to dump it to salvage some of their money.

Me, I'm a collector. The National is fun to go, socialize, see things you don't normally see, hunt for a needle in a haystack, find a few bargains here and there, and just have fun. I don't see it as a moneymaking prospect, or something that is financially sound. I see it like a vacation- the fun is the experience, and I'm not worried about whether or not I could have done better from my computer at home.

kevin

Absolutely![/QUOTE]

+1 Agreed and looking forward to seeing as many people as possible from this forum that I never met