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ICAST 2005 dates

Voices of the Show Floor


Exhibitors and ICAST First-Timers

"I believe you need to go where the action is. That's why I'm at ICAST.”

Dan Morken, APEX Outfitters, Inc.
Fort Wayne, Indiana


"ICAST is the best way to be introduced to the retailers. We have a lot of new customers and the response here has been good.”

Gerrit Swart, principal, Carp Tackle Imports and Wholesalers
Bartlesville, Oklahoma


"This has been a great show for us—a huge success.”

Ken Sifferman, owner, Reel Expressions
Renton Washington


"ICAST is the place to be if you want to meet the buyers and the media. They're what make this business go. The ASA staff has been just excellent, and everything's been great. I'm thrilled to be here.”

Trey Kistler, Kistler Rods
Magnolia, Texas


"You guys put on a first-class operation. This is my first ICAST. Everything is topnotch."

Ron Carr, vice president, Gamma Technologies
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania


Buyers/Retailers

“I was impressed with the new products. The layout was easy to work with and we had a great show. Fantastic job ASA!”

Justine Smith, RGC Specialties
Harrison, Arkansas


“Good show! It’s great to get a head start on new products, visit the major factories and get ideas for 2006. You have to be at the show to stay ahead of the competition.”

S. Scott Marshall, West End Outdoors
Athens, Alabama


“ICAST is unbelievable; you can really feel the synergy that’s building here. The show gets better and better each year and the new product showcase is amazing.”

Dan Engen, buyer, Gander Mountain
St. Paul, Minnesota


“I was extremely impressed with ICAST 2005, it was great. ICAST is a very important show for me and I got a chance to see all the people I never get to see during the year. It truly is a great opportunity.”

Ken Elie, owner, Outdoor Pro Shops
Rohnert Park, California