As a Techstars graduate, to say "the 2nd best accelerator might as well be the worse" is an inconsiderate hyperbole. Especially if your only perspective is Y Combinator.
Relocating to SF is awesome if that fits your bill or your originating city has no idea what technology means. But for others, SF is not everything. That was the primary reason we opted for Techstars. We like Austin's cost of living, quality of life, seasonal climate, no state income tax, family & friends, and the list goes on.
Relocating to SF is awesome if that fits your bill or your originating city has no idea what technology means. But for others, SF is not everything. That was the primary reason we opted for Techstars. We like Austin's cost of living, quality of life, seasonal climate, no state income tax, family & friends, and the list goes on.