Between us hardened Heritage Members, we've all been to thousands of live wrestling presentations.
Most casual fans' experiences were wholly restricted to what they saw in the squared circle on the small screen.
So my question is: what were the very special aspects of attending a live show that were in no way conveyed on tv?
My own memories of Masambula or Nagasaki appearing from the dressing rooms and parading between the fans in all their regalia still excite me today. McManus bounced, all focus. Kellett swayed and swaggered as if on a Sunday afternoon stroll after a wholesome lunch. Alan Garfield took an eternity, exchanging witty insults with the spectators. Tibor, shyly, seemed to loathe every step to the ring. Torontos waved to acknowledge plaudits ... that nobody was giving him.
I have limited myself to ringwalks.
What are your special memories of live wrestling, as opposed to tv?
Another aspect of live events is that because it requires an effort and because you are paying to attend it tends to be more memorable