[VALAIRIAN]

Originally Posted by shakermaker

For me, having the £5 per game saving that a flexi ticket offers is still a big pull. It's a great option for out of area supporters such as yours truly.

I am a little worried that the walk-on prices will rule out any increase in support from those from the immediate area. One doesn't have to read the FT in depth to know that Hyndburn is one of the worst-off areas in the country in terms of disposable income.

But then, as others have said, many other options have been exhausted over recent years and seen little success. What's more, I don't see much (or any) weight in the psychological argument of "£20 sounds much more than £17".

I think the club have taken a brave step and I hope the pricing structure, together with the season ticket and flexi ticket options that have been in place over the spring/summer - the most comprehensive set of pricing options this club has ever seen - will be successful.

One element of the higher walk-on prices that can be smartly exploited by the club is promoting mid-season deals on grouped match tickets; say, 3 for £45/50. The higher walk-on prices mean that the deals will appeal to people but also retain value in pre-bought season tickets.

Good work and good luck ASFC.

Cheers Shaker