It's not that bad. You met a lot of special folks and you're friends for life. Vendor show is off the charts. I still stay in touch with a few folks from the first trip that was EJS.
EJS
IS
the best time to be there. You can still do all the rocks you can handle without waiting if you plan it well. The vendor rides haul arse no waiting.
The rigs you see. OMG
Best would be arrive Thursday of Safari and stay a week.