dk122trains posted:all the big boys better bring more creative layouts to the show if they are trying to lure the public into the hobby,remember the wow of the showroom layouts, what is there now is terrible. Even OGR and its Ameritowne line could create a display that triggers the imagine to build an affordable home layout, not just piles of building kits in a booth. These examples of displays can show the public the apps and at the same time encourage growth of the hobby. The orange hall will need a combination of dealers and layouts to lure and repeat foot traffic on the public days of York.
That I do agree with. The dealer and manufacturers were the ones asking for this change, rightfully so, but they need to now do their part with displays reminiscent of 5-6 years ago. The Apps should be something displayed because when the public comes in with the kids, they're the ones who will be holding their smart phones. The other important thing will to engage the public. Go to them, don't wait for them to come to you.
MTH has always done a great job at App presentation along with Bachmann.
