The .5 LANs are smaller, more like InfernaLAN. It's a good step in between that and the real PDXLANs. You could also try and get tickets to this one from Danger Den (they're free if they pick your post, I'd suggest one of your videos as a good approach). http://www.dangerden.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=22&t=11361&p=24428#p24428