what's with all the excitement about Mintpal?  
there's plenty of liquidity on Bittrex.  
everybody is acting like they are 12 years old (which they probably are).
Mintpal or no Mintpal, hold your XST.
yes, many investors here are big holders like us, but many other are day traders. 
For these guys, mintpal will be the paradise by 14 days without fees.
And attract day traders is very good for any currency, because this generates volume