I was driving back from Peterborough on Sat, so I stopped in at GP Bikes right at opening.This is my concern regarding future shows. I've bought gear on occasion at the show, but I don't wait specifically for the show to go shopping. If I need/want it during the riding season I go get it.
If GP Bikes for example figures out that they can be more profitable by not going to the show then they will. The cost associated are extraordinary with transportation, set up and staffing the booth, as well as closing the store for the 3 days.
It will be telling to see which shops set up at the February show.
They were extremely busy. Saw a few people signing the paperwork on bikes.
Hard to make an argument to close down and head to the flea market.