LIBS the Verdict ?

[Rivendell]

As I didn't go [first time in a lot of years ] What's the verdict ? Fantastic /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif or flop /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif

 

[nonitoo]

Depends what your expectations were.

It worked for us and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

Tom

 

[mainshiptom]

Same here, You can get on any boat you like, got lots of advice and people were shopping and buying lots of gear !

I will go again,

Tom

 

[oceanfroggie]

[ QUOTE ]
What's the verdict ? Fantastic /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif or flop /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif

[/ QUOTE ]I think that question should be asked separately to two groups: exhibitors and visitors! I'd expect you'll get radically different answers. An empty show could be "fantastic" for punters, but a "flop" for exhibitors.

 

[gravygraham]

A good day out - and one of the few boating activities the weather can't spoil.

 

[Rivers & creeks]

I really really wanted to like it. It was my first Excel and I'd been to lots of Earls Court shows and a few SIBS. What bugged me was:

The shed like venue (we all know that); the very few yachts on display
The acres of chandlers selling for exactly the same price as they do online (and a few prices were higher than online, e.g. the Spinlock lifejacket).
The main stage was a smallish catwalk tucked away in the far corner.
The shocking cost of food and drink (£5 for a baked potato and £3.40 for a pint of orange juice and water)

Overall it wasn't bad, it wasn't dire, but it was hardly a razzle dazzle feast of boating fun to help support a multi-billion dollar industry that needs all the help it can get.

 

[MedDreamer]

Neither, just an enjoyable day out.

 

[rafiki_]

I visited last Monday evening (12th), and XL was empty. I felt very sorry for the exhibitors, as there was very little to break their boredam. However, I understand that Prosser marine sold 3 large Fairlines, so they must be quite happy.

 

[johndove]

Remember when Prosers use to sell 30 Sealines there!