Overland Expo East 2018 Discussion Thread (Not region specific)

[sabjku]

But do you snore????

You don’t sleep, so does it matter?[emoji16]

 

[Drifterman]

Just as long as there sinking ships at night

 

[JRElaxED]

The snoring isn’t as bad as the flatulence, but it’s really good swag.

Don’t worry about the swag, we will find you a spot. Message me as we get closer and I’ll get your number.

 

[antangil]

Don’t worry about the swag, we will find you a spot. Message me as we get closer and I’ll get your number.

something something kindness of strangers... :) Will do, thanks!

 

[Drifterman]

Not maken it this year will have to plan for it next year sadly

 

[Code54]

We are thinking of driving out to the event but were wondering how many vendors show up for the event. It is about a 12 hrs trip drive so I am hoping it would be worth it.

 

[Wawa Skittletits]

We are thinking of driving out to the event but were wondering how many vendors show up for the event. It is about a 12 hrs trip drive so I am hoping it would be worth it.

It's not my first expo and its not the vendors that keep me coming back. I'm driving from further away and I'd say its worth it for the campground alone but there are a good number of vendors represented. I don't know the exact number but I'm sure you can get an idea from all the shared pictures and videos.

 

[outwardbound]

I am driving from St. Louis. Also a repeat attendee. You get put of it what you out into it. Yes, vendors are plentiful with good deals. But the people you meet and things you can learn thru classes, roundtables discussion, etc, is priceless.

 

[Code54]

Thanks - from what I read, you can watch the training but just not take part in it unless you get the upgraded ticket? Was thinking that I can only get there for one day so I didn't want to invest that much this year until I have a better idea of what all it entails.

 

[Seth Vernon]

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How’s this? Argh

That’s legit...especially in NC

 

[SCtundra]

That’s legit...especially in NC

Edward teach aka black beard

 

[Janie]

Hi all! I just registered for the Overland Experience Package and am new to Overlanding! Looking forward to meeting new people, learning new things and being inspired! My goal is to be 100% travel unrestricted within 5 years from a work and finance standpoint!

 

[Stepsride]

Thanks - from what I read, you can watch the training but just not take part in it unless you get the upgraded ticket? Was thinking that I can only get there for one day so I didn't want to invest that much this year until I have a better idea of what all it entails.

I am thinking about doing the same thing. I think there will be so much to see from different rigs to vendors. I wanted to see everyone's rigs and steal some ideas. I also want to get around to all the vendors and check out some deals as well. There is just so much to do I figured I will start this way and plan for next year. I have a 9 - 10 hour ride from Palm Harbor FL. It will be worth it from what I hear.

 

[Janie]

I am thinking about doing the same thing. I think there will be so much to see from different rigs to vendors. I wanted to see everyone's rigs and steal some ideas. I also want to get around to all the vendors and check out some deals as well. There is just so much to do I figured I will start this way and plan for next year. I have a 9 - 10 hour ride from Palm Harbor FL. It will be worth it from what I hear.

I’ll be driving up from Jacksonville FL

 

[Janie]

Also, has anyone doing the Overland Experience Package received the email to sign up for classes?

 

[outwardbound]

Also, has anyone doing the Overland Experience Package received the email to sign up for classes?

Scheduled my classes last week. They are notifying people for sign ups in the order they registered. So it should be soon.

 

[Janie]

Well, I’m
All scheduled!! Who hoo!!

 

[azninferno]

I am thinking about doing the same thing. I think there will be so much to see from different rigs to vendors. I wanted to see everyone's rigs and steal some ideas. I also want to get around to all the vendors and check out some deals as well. There is just so much to do I figured I will start this way and plan for next year. I have a 9 - 10 hour ride from Palm Harbor FL. It will be worth it from what I hear.

I’m coming from palm beach. Is there a FL caravan thread anywhere? I’m planning on going; had a few friends bail but still looking to go

 

[RyanC]

I will be there in the vendor area with American Adventurist.

 

[Wawa Skittletits]

Here’s one of the threads that I’ve seen with members coming from Florida @FL4TOUT772.