Anyone have an opinion on Pittsburgh or Columbus expo

IW17 · 02-20-14, 08:01 PM

I go to the Cleveland Reptile Show every month. Not a bad show but doesn't have many of the Snakes I'm interested in. I'm thinking about trying Pittsburgh or Columbus as they are both within a two hour drive of my place. But I really don't wanna show up and see nothing but ball pythons and red tails. Not that there is anything wrong with those, I just don't wanna waste my time on Snakes I can get here.

Anyways, any help would be appreciated.

Thanks, Drew

Ps, I'm really into colubrids, especially Asian and South American.

Lickeypie · 02-20-14, 08:26 PM

If you're willing to drive, you could always go to the hamburg show. It never disappoints.

IW17 · 02-20-14, 08:58 PM

I would love to, but that's a 6-8 hour drive for me. That's rough for a few hours. I might go anyways if closer shows don't pan out.

Lickeypie · 02-20-14, 08:59 PM

You could always make a weekend out of it, stay at a hotel, then go to Cabela's haha!

IW17 · 02-20-14, 09:09 PM

I do love cabelas! Besides Snakes, guns hunting, and fishing is my next favorite hobby. Sad to hear Richard cabela died.

Sharlynn93 · 02-20-14, 10:23 PM

January Pittsburgh show had very little but bp's...very small show...

natsirtremraf · 02-20-14, 10:36 PM

I went to the Columbus show this month and I was honestly a little disappointed. I went primarily because RodentPro is there, so I stocked up on feeders. However, as far as a show goes it wasn't too impressive. I like the Cincinnati show better, plus its closer to me lol.

IW17 · 02-21-14, 07:54 AM

This is kinda what I figured. The Cleveland show is kinda small too. Not bad, just limited on space.

SSSSnakes · 02-21-14, 08:09 AM

You can normally get a list of the vendors that will be at the show, and contact them as to what they are planning on bring. Just go to the Expos website for the list.

IW17 · 02-21-14, 11:42 AM

That's a good idea. I never thought about that. Thanks I'll give that a shot.

Sharlynn93 · 02-21-14, 11:56 AM

I will say I did go on the website for pittsburgh...January it was "steel city expo", and the vendors listed were NOT the vendors there...

the one for this weekend is being held at a different location and not labeled as "steel city" so I don't have input on this one...just be aware that some of the vendor lists are general as to who "usually" frequents the shows...not necessarily who WILL be there...

Lickeypie · 02-21-14, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by IW17

I do love cabelas! Besides Snakes, guns hunting, and fishing is my next favorite hobby. Sad to hear Richard cabela died.

Yes Cabelas is the best! It would definitely be worth the trip- two birds with one stone; However, you'll have to decide shortly as the Hamburg show is tomorrow!

And yes, I heard that Richard Cabela passed, very sad.

Sharlynn93 · 02-21-14, 12:03 PM

we are planning on heading to hamburg tomorrow to pass the day...I hear there is lots to see and may find some good deals on enclosures or accessories

either way it beats sitting at home!

Lickeypie · 02-21-14, 12:06 PM

Do you live nearby? This will be my 3rd or 4th time attending, I love it! I plan on getting there when it opens

One of my favorite vendors sells exotic rodents/marsupials/chinchillas/ect..

SSSSnakes · 02-21-14, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Sharlynn93

I will say I did go on the website for pittsburgh...January it was "steel city expo", and the vendors listed were NOT the vendors there...

the one for this weekend is being held at a different location and not labeled as "steel city" so I don't have input on this one...just be aware that some of the vendor lists are general as to who "usually" frequents the shows...not necessarily who WILL be there...

If you are not sure if the venders list is accurate, contact who ever is running the expo and get a list from them. Keep in mind that some vendors may not show up due to weather conditions or if they feel the attendance will be low.