for the record i don't think anybody (and i mean anybody, independent of web sites) is negative about a pinball expo, the excitement everywhere is transparent. there's a fear that its an auction masquerading as an expo and thats not unreasonable given the information that has come out to date (in this thread), however, if its only 2 hours of auction then it can't be 70 pins, more like 10 or 15 and if that's needed to cover the costs then no big deal. rian has confirmed on his faq that its only 2 hours which is a big relief for those travelling a long way. here's hoping that it takes the hobby in the right direction