I posted this on reddit (http://www.reddit.com/r/reddit.com/comments/ju81v/who_wants_a_ticket_to_strange_loop_2011/), but it isn't getting the same traction probably since there just isn't the same 'hacker' crowd that would appreciate this...
Here is some verification, http://imgur.com/nzwuT. The correct url for Strange Loop is https://thestrangeloop.com
If you need further verification, or are skeptical. I can put Alex in contact with you or you can reach him from the strange loop website.
I really want someone to go to this because it is a great event and I am really disappointed I can't go.
Here is the text from my post.
I am unable to go to Strange Loop 2011 this year.
I contacted Alex Miller from Strange Loop about cancelation, but I feel bad abbout getting a refund from him since he would incur payment fees. Plus more importenly, I took up a spot when someone else could go (like you!).
So this is where you come in!
I want to give one of you a chance to go to the sold out conference. I went last year and it was awesome. I highly recommend it.
Also, it would be great if I could recover at least part of the $250 I spent on the ticket for early registration.
Check out the site, schedule, and speakers at https://thestrangeloop.com
Also, Tomorrow August 26th is the last day to book at the hotel at the reserved rate, so hopefully I can find someone today if anyone is interested.
Send me a PM (or leave a comment), if you are interested and if you want to give me some money for the ticket, let me know :)
~animedbz