I didn't realize it was that easy to scam your way in to DEMA. I've been several times and I have always had to show proof that I was a scuba professional at registration before they would issue a badge. I have never seen the entrance to the show without a guard checking badges. I enjoy going but they priced me out of the show this year, it just isn't worth it. DEMA specials are all over the internet, you just don't get to touch and feel stuff. Admission should be very cheap or free. It is after all a marketing event, I don't think that I should have to pay to go shopping.