Hats off to these guys. They row up to each cruise boat waiting its turn to go through the locks at Esna (2-3 hours). They throw textiles into your boat (at you) at begin bargaining right away. Some of our boat mates warmed to it like a sport and purchased a few items by wrapping their money in plastic and throwing it down. Exact change is required. Sunny and I were both hit by flying scarves and blouses.