[Lisa Martinez]

in reply to: July 4th is done but I’m already thinking about New Year’s shows #5692

Totally agree about winter shows being better. The cold air does something to the sound that just hits different. Plus you don’t have to worry about the sun not being down all the way at 9pm like in summer.

I’m planning a small NYE thing too. Gonna keep it to mostly fountains and some 500g cakes since my backyard’s not huge. Anyone got recommendations for good cakes that work well in tighter spaces? Don’t wanna be launching stuff into the neighbor’s yard lol.

[Lisa Martinez]

in reply to: Labor Day firework plans? Anyone else already stocking up? #5600

Dude nice haul on the clearance stuff! I did the same thing ? hit up a TNT stand near me and got like 60% off on some cakes that were just sitting there. They said they’d rather sell em cheap than ship em back to the warehouse.

I’m definitely saving for Labor Day too. Got a cabin rented with a few families so planning a mid-size show. Nothing like the 4th scale but enough to keep it interesting. I usually do a mix of cakes and some shells, maybe a handful of rockets for the kids to ooh and ahh over lol.

Storage question tho ? how are you keeping yours? I’ve got a cool corner in the basement but I’m paranoid about humidity. Friend told me to throw some silica packs in the box.

[Lisa Martinez]

in reply to: Reply To: Anyone already thinking about Labor Day shows? #5616

I’m already scouting deals too. My strategy is to grab whatever clearance I can find in July and save it for Labor Day.
Last year I managed to put together a solid 20-min show for like because I bought smart.

One thing nobody talks about ??the 4th is the “big show” but Labor Day is way more chill and the neighbors actually appreciate it more since everyone’s not burnt out from fireworks fatigue lol

[Lisa Martinez]

in reply to: Traveling with fireworks for July 4th – what’s the legal way to transport across state lines? #5529

Gonna second what Ron said about checking each state. I made that mistake once – bought a bunch of stuff in PA, drove through NJ to get to a beach house. NJ state troopers are NO JOKE about fireworks. Didn’t get pulled over myself but had a friend who did and it was a whole mess.

If you can avoid driving through the strict states, route around them. Even if it adds an hour or two to the drive, its worth it for peace of mind.

And for sure keep it in the trunk. Out of sight is the #1 rule.

[Lisa Martinez]

in reply to: Happy 4th of July Weekend – What’s everyone lighting up? #5486

Going to a pro show downtown but bringing a few fountain packs for the driveway pre-show with the neighbors. Anyone else do the tailgating thing before the main event?

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