I'm planning on going to a vape convention this weekend. I've never been to one before. Can I buy eliquid there? DIY flavorings? If so, is it cash only or are credit cards accepted? I am sitting here about to place an order for DIY liquid and flavorings and just wondered if I'd be able to purchase them there rather than online. Are free samples of eliquid common at these events? If so, are they to take home or to try there? Should I bring a dripper to try samples?The only ad I can find seems to be more aimed at vendors so although I can see what Youtube reviewers will be there and such, I am not sure what to expect as to buying stuff.
What to expect at a vape convention?
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All the things you mentioned are very common, along with low visibility 
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Perhaps if you mentioned the name of the event someone who's going might have more information about specifically what to expect.
.Perhaps if you mentioned the name of the event someone who's going might have more information about specifically what to expect.
Planning on attending one it my area: International Vape Expo on July 16th & 17th coming to San Francisco Bay Area.
Not sure about DIY flavors on sale, but I hope so. I have never been to a vape convention either. I would be interested in your replies.
Guessing you might like to bring everything you think you might need in a backpack plus 3 pts -2 qts of water.
Not sure about DIY flavors on sale, but I hope so. I have never been to a vape convention either. I would be interested in your replies.
Guessing you might like to bring everything you think you might need in a backpack plus 3 pts -2 qts of water.
I am going to Tampa VCC16.All the things you mentioned are very common, along with low visibility
Perhaps if you mentioned the name of the event someone who's going might have more information about specifically what to expect.
I figured water as a means to cleanse one's pallet between trying different flavors... idk.
But, I live in Florida and pretty much carry water everywhere I go.
Conventions here in SoCal offer all of the above. Although I've never been to one in FL, I see no reason why you wouldn't be able to buy juice at the Tampa event...vendors are there to sell you their products - however the availability of DIY flavorings is questionable. Credit card payment depends on whether or not they have a card reader at their booth but most vendors probably will. Free samples should be plentiful, and they'll probably have giveways/raffles too. Make sure you attend the public event on 3/13 (not the B2B event on 3/12). Bring a dripper if you prefer (I would) - although many vendors will probably have setups ready to vape for sampling.
Lol, everything you mention, plus more than you can imagine. They'll cheerfully take your money any way you'll hand it to them; don't bring the children lest you be tempted to swap them for something. Wear comfortable shoes. Look around a lot before buying; you might find it cheaper next aisle over, or something you like better in the corner. Be prepared for severe shinyitus. Have fun
EDIT: a few more tricks for buying at trade shows. There will be ATMs and/or a change booth where you can cash checks for a fee, just in case you want to buy from a vendor whose credit card machine is broken. They all have them; nobody wants to slow down the money. The best buys are usually not the latest and greatest. Look for a vendor stuck with several of the previous model. He needs to turn his inventory capital so he can restock with newer gear and you can often buy near his cost. If you can get several buddies together who each want something, buying all of it together at a single vendor can yield nice discounts. Do not be distracted by Shiny Objects! Put on your tinfoil hat to deflect the sales pitches--trade shows usually feature better salesmen than Trump-- and look around. And don't miss the freebies: hot dogs, refrigerator magnets, samples of this and that, key chains, baseball caps; free stuff and loss leaders are everywhere, so load up. What you don't want you can give away.
EDIT: a few more tricks for buying at trade shows. There will be ATMs and/or a change booth where you can cash checks for a fee, just in case you want to buy from a vendor whose credit card machine is broken. They all have them; nobody wants to slow down the money. The best buys are usually not the latest and greatest. Look for a vendor stuck with several of the previous model. He needs to turn his inventory capital so he can restock with newer gear and you can often buy near his cost. If you can get several buddies together who each want something, buying all of it together at a single vendor can yield nice discounts. Do not be distracted by Shiny Objects! Put on your tinfoil hat to deflect the sales pitches--trade shows usually feature better salesmen than Trump-- and look around. And don't miss the freebies: hot dogs, refrigerator magnets, samples of this and that, key chains, baseball caps; free stuff and loss leaders are everywhere, so load up. What you don't want you can give away.
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Hello and welcome.... +1 on the water but I'm all so from Florida.
I'm going make 3 statements about my personal experiences.
1. I've not seen large amounts of DIY vendors, some flavors and maybe a few selling bases. Premade e-liquid is most of the business.
2. Free samples were common (UK) but gradually this is becoming less and less the way, as most vendors have a system for trying liquid.
3. Vape conventions often invite the brands that either sell junk or simply rip people off. It's easy to get carried away looking at something you have never heard of.
(4. Take a dripper!!! )
1. I've not seen large amounts of DIY vendors, some flavors and maybe a few selling bases. Premade e-liquid is most of the business.
2. Free samples were common (UK) but gradually this is becoming less and less the way, as most vendors have a system for trying liquid.
3. Vape conventions often invite the brands that either sell junk or simply rip people off. It's easy to get carried away looking at something you have never heard of.
(4. Take a dripper!!!
)
Why bring water?
Save (cheap) cost-no standing in line to get a drink
Handy when you need it
Has a cap on it, so no spillage
Re hydrate
Clean the buds/palate
I'm also going. Yes, they do accept cash or credit cards for purchases. I went to the convention last year in Tampa and enjoyed it.
Oh and to answer your tasting question, Yes the vendors are kind enough to let you sample some liquids and some give away free samples
and some give away free samples
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