Walter99

Hi Chris, You got it, nothing to sell. I guess you can consider this market research at a very early stage ?. As far as manufacture vs sell at less of a markup - who knows. Not even close to that stage yet. I would be happy to consider all options. I'm merely looking for what the average person is thinking. I know a few people who do custom musky lures or flies and that kind of thing. But nowhere near any commercial scale. I'd venture to say that it's more of a hobby than a money making business. Simply something fun to do on the side. I have a hard time wrapping my head around the prices of some tackle. While I can see the value in some high end niche items, there's no reason a lead weight or a hook or a simple in line spinner should cost what it does. Figured I'd ask the fishing community their thoughts. So far there has been some good points. I'm still hoping to hear from somebody that has maybe tried making or distributing tackle in the past, or has some in-depth knowledge of the process. Thanks for all the input so far. Keep the comments rolling ?

Misfish- I don't have products. Like I said, I'm looking for ideas and thoughts about this. I know you guys are likely well versed in receiving spam. I'm not here to do that. I'm here to discuss the possibilities and see where people's heads are at regarding this.

^^^ I knew I would likely be accused of this, and there's really no way to convince you I'm not selling tackle, aside from the fact that I'm not selling tackle....lol. All good points fellas. I'm still convinced there has to be a way to offer decent quality tackle at an affordable price. I know a store in the GTA that I have found some really good deals on very specific items. For example, I found ~1$ spinners that were near identical to mepps and ran true. I believe the gentleman said someone local made them for him. Problem is that was the only deal in the store, the rest of the stuff was same prices as the box stores. Hard to justify a drive to that store just for spinners. Just hoping to throw around ideas and get your thoughts. Not looking to sell anything. The eBay store idea is ok. But your still at the whim of eBay/PayPal and their fees and don't have that local tackle shop feel. I'd prefer to cater specifically to Ontario area with an idea such as this. Maybe the local distribution to area tackle shops is something to investigate more?

Thanks for the responses. Easyfish- completely understand what you mean with the exchange rates. But I can still buy hooks from china at 3 cents a pop, not even in bulk, meanwhile they are 50 cents each here. Something is wrong. As for the higher end stuff and the fad tackle, there are always those lures that will catch more fisherman than fish for a short while until the next big thing comes along. I truly believe there is not enough competition. The few suppliers out there set their prices where they want them. Would be nice to have another source. Big cliff - being around in the fishing community for a while, I believe I have met Bigugli a long time ago on martindale pond ice fishing. Probably the same fella. I know he's active on the boards, so I'll wait for him to chime in if he wishes. Didn't know he made tackle, would love his thoughts on it. If anybody that owns a tackle shop or has an inside look at the process would be willing to chat, I'd be interested to know a bit more on their thoughts also. Shoot me a PM if you want to keep it private. Thanks, and keep any opinions comin' ?

Hey guys and gals, I've posted this on a few other boards to get feedback. Sorry if you've already seen it, but any thoughts are welcome. I wanted to get some input on what the fishing community thinks of the availability, price and quality of tackle in Ontario. I'm a long time outdoorsman, heavy on the fishing. Upon recently going to restock the tackle box with some basic terminal tackle (hooks, jigs, spinners specifically) I was astonished at some of the prices out there. I can't understand how a 10 pack of basic hooks costs 6-7 bucks, or how a quality no.4 spinner runs 6-10$. Same goes with basic jigheads, an ounce or two of lead and half dozen hooks - 6/7$. I know for a fact that these can be manufactured for a small fraction of what is being asked in the retail stores. My questions for you are: In what way would tackle need to be marketed for you to consider buying my tackle over going to basspro/cabelas, etc., assuming quality was the same and prices were much better. Would a simple mail order marketing website interest you? Fishing/hunting shows? A small retail location? What specific products would you like to see more variety and better prices from? As I said earlier, terminal tackle is one I see that screams ripoff. Spinners are also something I believe can be a prime candidate. The fishing industry is very large, and it amazes me not to see better prices and more competition than what is out there. Let me know your ideas and thoughts please. Thanks