If you use reg types, the attendee won't be able to modify their reg type later if necessary. If that is even an issue.
I've been googling what a strand is. :)
Is a strand similar to a track?
You can limit sessions based on reg type and/or admission,
Another option may be advanced rules.
My first cvent classic build a few years ago used different reg types to limit choices. Fortunately it was still in test. It was a mess. I ended up using using admissions.
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Steven Schlossman
Jack of all trades. Master of none.
BMW Car Club of America
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