That being said...I have not attended, but I think there is more to be had from the event than a winners podium. The camaraderie of like minds and hearts would be more valuable for me. Heck, I already smoke the absolute very best weed in the world!
Yes, it's all about meeting up with fellow growers, the event itself is secondary to most people.
Then again,if you have that attitude about your weed, best you don't attend. 'absolute very best weed in the world' bah, ego like that will get you a long way in Amsterdam. lol