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Access Issues
Hey everyone, Sliq here….rumor has it that those of you trying to access the site through www.thecollectorsgroup.NET are having some issues…as far as I know, you should just use the www.thecollectorsgroup.COM and everything should be kosher…maybe one of the Founders or even tech master Reiji can explain what the issue is, or how to fix [...]
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22Oct2009 | sliqwill | 0 comments | Continued
It’s Much Safer Here in the Stands
I have what you might refer to as collecting ADD. I lack focus. Many collectors have projects, some manage to work on those projects for years, even decades, and even with the knowledge that they likely will never complete said projects. Not me.
I can’t even make it a few months before I tire of a [...]
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11Aug2009 | Zeeck | 0 comments | Continued
My Nationals Experience, Day 3 Wrap Up
Farewells, flight cancellations, and blue shots. Well, after 12 1/2 hours of perusing the show the previous two days, and some not so spicy Chinese delivery the night before, I was all set for a busy Friday. Packed up and checked out, I was ready to make the most of my final day, both in [...]
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6Aug2009 | oregonweim | 0 comments | Continued
30th National Card Show, Day 2
Enough with the sneak, Thursday marked the first full day of fun and festivities that is the National Spors Card show. While I used Wednesday night to get a feel for the lay of the land, Thursday began my pursuit of the Oregon Collection. Picking up several pieces towards my goal was great, but more [...]
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31Jul2009 | oregonweim | 0 comments | Continued
Day 1 of my IX Experience at Nationals
The Wednesday night sneak peek at Nationals is a chance to scout out the show, find the odd bargain, and plan out your strategy for the remaining four full days of the event. For the show this year I’ve become the bag lady. Yes, I am carting around a red rolling bag full of cards I’m willing [...]
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30Jul2009 | oregonweim | 1 comment | Continued
Steve “Air” McNair - 1973-2009
Before the Titans arrived in Tennessee, the state was dominated by the college scene. Many cities across the state have had minor league teams, but teams from the top pro teams were non-existent. And then came the Titans.
As soon as the Titans arrived in Nashville, fans quickly embraced the team. The Titans played with heart [...]
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7Jul2009 | Stefan Fudge | 1 comment | Continued
500 Club, an exclusive club…AKA Flippin with Sliq
Economists would say that people are tightening their belts as the economy has tanked over the past year. In most cases, they would be right, but today, in the world of sportscards, they are wrong. DEAD WRONG.
As most regulars on the site are aware, in September 2008, I started a year long ‘flipping’ project. I [...]
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6Jul2009 | sliqwill | 1 comment | Continued
Do you have a “White Whale”
As you know, the Countdown to Cleveland is 31 days, so now is the time to start thinking about what card(s) you would like members to keep an eye out for at the National.
A “sticky” thread has been started in the Card Shop Forum for everyone to list a couple of cards they would really [...]
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30Jun2009 | sliqwill | 0 comments | Continued
Countdown to Cleveland…the National 2009
The 2009 National in Cleveland Ohio is only 32 days away, so there is 1 question…Are you ready?
The National is more than just sportscards…they also have autograph signers, jerseys, and well, the IX Center has an indoor ferris wheel.
It’s a great time to get together with the faces behind the screen names of the site. [...]
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29Jun2009 | sliqwill | 0 comments | Continued
Panini Signs 5 NBA Draftees to Exclusive
On June 24th, Panini signed five of the top prospects from the 2009 NBA draft. While many know the Donruss brands best for their football products, in Janary The Panini Group signed an exclusive 5 year deal with the NBA and will begin producing Trading Cards, Stickers, and Albums beginning with the 2009/10 season. Blake Griffin, Tyler Hansbrough, Jordan [...]
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27Jun2009 | oregonweim | 0 comments | ContinuedTrading Card Companies
Agree. Nice blog entry! 
nice picture you found Zeeck. The funny thing is I know the collector who owns that outfit... (no it ...
I love to test... 