LeXXington Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 When getting ready for the upcoming fishing season and then getting giddy when the BPS flyer came out my wife asked me a simple question... What could you possibly still buy that you don't already have? This leads me to a wierd question. How much is too much is there a point? Yeap, I could always upgrade stuff, or buy more spinners, plastics, hooks etc, rods, reels etc. What would you buy if you could not upgrade excisting stuff or add more baits? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BFSC Kevin Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 upgrade on boat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trapshooter Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 a gor-tex rain suit and a GPS are 2 things I couldn't live without. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victor Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I think this is like asking a kid if he/she can ever have too many toys ... Personally, i will say no to that question until i win the lottery one day and buy BassPro + Fishing World (BassPro doesn't have any carp stuff) ... one day .... one day *keeping my fingers crossed* I'm far from the point where there's nothing to upgrade ... i wish that i'm there ... it's just too hard trying to decide what i should get first and what i should leave on my "wish-list" for next year. If you don't need anymore upgrades on tackle, maybe look into safety gear? I'm sure your wife would be okay with that . (that's why i should buy all my stuff when i'm still single lol) Victor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyb Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 Boat - Possible upgrades: Auto inflatable life vests, new first-aid kit, safety kit, replace batteries to Optima gellies, Upgrade Sonar/GPS, upgrade trolling motor Apparel - Gore-tex rain gear, Waders/boots, new fishing vest, new polarized sunglasses Tackle - Replace old rusty hooks with sharp Gamakatsu hooks, replace old line, try new lures & replace lost or add to collection of lures General gear: Handheld GPS & hydro charts, 2-Way Radios, Snowmobile, ATV Fishing is a very expensive hobby! Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishn Technishn Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 Simple answer...you can never have TOO MUCH! If I have excess tackle I go thru it and make up a complete tackle kit and find a youngster who does not yet have the fishing bug and start them off on the right track. It sure keeps them off the streets & out of the back of the police cruisers. Although the parents sometimes complain about things like worms in their pockets & wet boots etc. It is still worthwhile....and VERY rewarding. FT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
douG Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I like the suggestions about the goretex rainwear and GPS - that's exactly what I'm doing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJL Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 (edited) My mom tells me the same thing My justification equation for buying a new rod (to my mother): "This rod only catches pike, not carp" + ("I got it at a bargain" x perception factor of what I think is a bargain) + "I might need a back up in the future" + "I need a longer rod, I don't have one this long" + "I'm replacing a rod that became obsolete 5yrs ago, it doesn't catch fish anymore" + "I just got an A+ on my accounting exam" + "This will be the last time I buy a new this type of rod" / (guilt and forgetfulness factor) = New rod A usable justification equation for a girlfriend developed by my fishing buddies is Jewelry + chick flick + painting her nails (or massage) = buy what you want, in any quantity you want Or use the equation = Just pay in cash and hide it You can never have too much tackle The only thing I'm missing now is that 22' Lund with GPS/fish finder capability Gore-tex rocks to the MAX! Dad I know you will probably read this but I learned from you. Thanks for the new AngSpec...You can use it to on Tuesdays and Wednesdays Edited March 9, 2007 by MJL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecmilley Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 there's always something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyb Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 Dad I know you will probably read this but I learned from you.Thanks for the new AngSpec...You can use it to on Tuesdays and Wednesdays CLASSIC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victor Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 Well said Mike. I should write them down so i have a few excuses ready when i make my next purchase... lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Clemens Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I ain't got an abundance of lures. I was just down in the basement the other day putting together a sampling of lure to take to Lakair this year. Had an awful time trying to decide what to throw in the box. Pulled a few of each type and we'll see what happens. I guess we're never satisfied with what we have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GbayGiant Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 (edited) WASS gps will be my next purchase. I think a bow mount electric motor was the best investment I ever made, it allows you to fish so many different ways it's very handy. The rods reels and lures never end.. Edited March 9, 2007 by GbayGiant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I don`t know I have a 600 dollar BPS gift card that I am going to spend this weekend and that will probably cover only have of what i will buy this weekend so i guess my answer would be NO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencoachdog Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 They're always coming out with "New" stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck2fan Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 All I know is that until I got into chasing chrome I had two rods 3 reels, and all my gear fit into a locker not much bigger than the one I had in high school. After I started steelheading I now have a closet that is 5' long by 4 ' deep and 6' high, that is cramped to the point that I will need to cut out a hole into the space above it for rod storage..... Before I can even think about fishing the opening this spring I need a center pin reel, neoprene waders, about 20 to 30 jigs, roe tying machine, better rain gear the list goes on. Notice how I didn't mention what I have already, just in case anyone sees this who might question what I still "need" by foolishly comparing it to what I already have ;o) LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huntervasili Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Well once I "buy out" all the spinning stuff I think I need I go try fly fishing and drop a couple K's... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishindevil Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 there is no such thing as enough fishing tackle or fishing related items.. ...lol... it never , never ends.....cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioFisherman Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Way to much of the wrong stuff! Some lures that are no longer made that I thought i would never run out of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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