Toronto Sportsmen's Show

[Bucksnort]

Its been a three years since I attended the Sportsmen's Show. Thought it was okay for firearms, scopes and archery reps and actually picked up a good deal on a scope. Looking at the exhibitor listing and I don't see as much to get excited about this year. Wondering what are your thoughts on the show over the past few years focusing on the hunting gear alone...

[mpsmyth6]

It's been turning from a hunting show to an outdoors/camping/boating show in my opinion. It's family oriented, stuff for the kids to do and such, but the hunting hall is getting smaller and smaller with less and less hunting dealers there. Mind you I'm still planning on going this year, but there just aren't as many gun dealers there. Still the odd deal on things, but just don't set your expectations too high and you won't be disappointed.

[fratri]

I will be going down to the show with my son and a few family members but not specifically for the hunting part. We go down because its a nice way to spend a day.
Note: The sportsman show is not a place to go to if you are expecting a good deal on hunting equipment..

[Brampton Mike]

It's more of a glorified flea market every year..save your money.

[MikePal]

We go down because its a nice way to spend a day.
Note: The sportsman show is not a place to go to if you are expecting a good deal on hunting equipment..

Exactly.....it's a great day out with the guys or family, I go to them just for the fun of getting out to see the new product lines etc. I don't expect to find a deal, it's not the real point of these 'trade' shows.

[outback]

I will be going down to the show with my son and a few family members but not specifically for the hunting part. We go down because its a nice way to spend a day.
Note: The sportsman show is not a place to go to if you are expecting a good deal on hunting equipment..

I think Frank that you, me and perhaps a few others state this every year around Sportsman show time. It's pretty well known that you ain't gonna find a lot of deals on product but there are a few to be found. It's a great way to spend a day with my boys while checking out some new product and seeing a few people we only see once a year,,,, at the Sportsman show. I will be attending on the Friday again this year as it's not generally as busy as the weekend.

Last year I was interviewed by The Weather Network and became an International spokesman for the facial hair growers association. Became recognised by people everywhere. The Weather Network website, view video's, title "Duck Dynasty Wannabe". I didn't pick the title. Lots of edits from that interview for sure but it was fun.

outback

[Bluebulldog]

I will be going down to the show with my son and a few family members but not specifically for the hunting part. We go down because its a nice way to spend a day.
Note: The sportsman show is not a place to go to if you are expecting a good deal on hunting equipment..

I'm the same as you. It's a decent way to get out with a few folks on a February day.

If I see something interesting, or talk to an outfitter, then it's a bonus.

[KMG Canada]

We are going to be at the Toronto Sportsmen Show, if you are going please drop by booth 1036 and say hi, love to put some faces to the names.

[yellow dog]

I would sooner spend the day,money and go to the huge Basspro shop in Ohio.

[LowbanksArcher]

We go down because its a nice way to spend a day.
Note: The sportsman show is not a place to go to if you are expecting a good deal on hunting equipment..

Same here. It's a nice way to get out with some friends/family on a February day.