Vapouround magazine Issue 02 | Page 120

EVENTS The ecc expo California | 13th-16th August T he ECC Expo - Electronic Cigarette Convention 2015 was a massive event. Held at the Pomona Fairplex this was the place to be for anyone who was interested in e-cigarettes, vaping, hardware, the latest products and new juice flavours. It attracted a huge number of visitors from the USA, Canada, Europe and beyond and there was never a dull moment because where was so much to see and do. For some it was their first major vaping expo while others were regulars who wanted to be the first to know about the latest developments 116 WINTER EDITION VAPOUROUND MAGAZINE and changed within this rapidlyevolving industry. There were huge lines of people waiting to get in when the show opened and there were some complaints online that the directions of where to park and entry points could have been better at such a massive venue. Being held in California in August meant that it was hot and visitors were very glad once they got inside the air-conditioned venue. There were lots of giveaways, competitions and fun things to do from start to finish and the general feeling that this event was even better than last year. Vendors got to showcase their products, visitors left happy, many with new hardware and new juices to try out, and new fans to the vaping community were won over. Visitor Sandra S, from Orange County, CA, said she really enjoyed the experience and loved the opportunity to try new juice flavours and pick up some freebies along the way. She wrote online: “I had a great time at this event once I got into the air conditioned buildings because it was 100 degree heat and the lines to get in were completely disorganized. “I like going to vape conventions because I'm able try as many flavors, from several different brands, before