Well I have never been to an International, only because I only have the time for so many bike trips a year. MD is a must for us, the people and the proximity are the draw and its always the best way to start our summer. We look forward to the NY rally for the same reasons, see old friends hopefully make some new ones and its a day ride for us. I am sure its alot of work to host an event and I try to Thank everyone involved and let them know how much we appreciate their effort. I wonder if we could make it easier to host? I really dont need another t-shirt, patch or pin. Really dont need a door prize or grand prize. Just as easy to drive to a restaurant and pay my own bill, like we do at Quaker Steak and Lube. Wonder if we could find a motel/campground that suits our needs, and run things alittle "looser" like the Asheville meet. Mite make things alittle easier for the organizers and a bit more affordable for participants. Then if its not a huge showing, no biggie the people that come will have a great time, and isnt that all that really matters? My vote is to keep things simple.
Craig