Radnine Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 (edited) Hi all, Not sure if this has been posted or not, but Fishing World in Hamilton has a no tax on everything sale until March 19th. I have been hard on Fishing World in the past, but I think they might be trying to turn things around a bit (I actually talked to a guy that I liked in there last week. I wasn't made to feel like I was interruptingng a boys club meeting, nor was I made to feel like a moron for asking for something that I wanted instead of something the dude wanted me to have. Is there any chance they are finally getting it?) Jim Edited March 10, 2012 by Radnine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod Caster Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 (edited) No tax is a good sale now?? Jeez, I nearly bought some hiking boots from wholesalesports.com that were 159 marked down from 450. Cabelas.ca has winter jackets that are over 50percent off... Now those are sales. Sorry to kinda jack your thread... I've never been to fishingworld, but that "boys club" thing would drive me out of the store very quickly. Hopefully they fixed that and hopefully they offer better sales than 13percent off Edited March 10, 2012 by Rod Caster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'mHooked Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 Was at Fishing World yesterday. Picked up some great X-raps (2 for $10) 8 of them, which is a pretty good deal. However, keep in mind that the 'no tax' event doesn't apply to any of the 'specials' they already have on. They have changed the layout of the floor, so it was like touring a new store. Just may still need some more of those X-raps! Also picked up some Terminator Titanium spinner baits which were on 2 for 1 (reg $10 ea.) I usually have good experiences there. Blake is definitely worth talking to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeXXington Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 I think a lot of local stores are now going back to customer service. Thanks for the info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pgidley Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 Just go to Bill's Bait, their customer service is on a completely different level. When I lived in Hamilton I was about 5 minutes from Fishing World but I'd drive all the way to Bills - Greg and Tim have become good friends of mine over time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radnine Posted March 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 (edited) Just go to Bill's Bait, their customer service is on a completely different level. When I lived in Hamilton I was about 5 minutes from Fishing World but I'd drive all the way to Bills - Greg and Tim have become good friends of mine over time. I spend loads of money at Bill's, don't worry. And you are correct that Tim and Greg are the best, hands down, but the rod and reel selection at Fishing World rivals Bass Pro (especially if you somehow calculate the drive into equation), their prices are good (and great in some cases), and their lure selection and sales are more than decent. Warts and all, it is worth a visit (IMHO) Jim Edited March 10, 2012 by Radnine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted March 10, 2012 Report Share Posted March 10, 2012 Grimsby Tackle also offers a great selection and excellent customer service! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunatic Posted March 11, 2012 Report Share Posted March 11, 2012 funny,i wont go there again because of those very reasons.i too live 5 min from there,and i once worked next to the place.but everytime i went in there,i came out with a sour experience.it was like i was bothering them by wanting to cash out.happen enough times i decided to stick to bills up the mountain.last year all i needed was a license and decided what the hell i'll just go to fishing world since its right there,bad move. i stood infront of the till for 5 min before someone asked if i needed anything,when i told them i needed a license that said oh ok,and that was it, the other dude just started serving people around me and after about 10 min of standing there i just walked out. ended up at bills and was in and out. when i mention fishing world to friends they scoff and tell me things like, "its like im bothering them if i need something" yeah,so i dont think ill be in for any of their sales lol. bps and bills for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esoxansteel Posted March 11, 2012 Report Share Posted March 11, 2012 Buying and selling on this forum is great as well, as anything ive ever purchased has been in the condition described in the add, no suprises, great bunch of honest people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey buoy Posted March 11, 2012 Report Share Posted March 11, 2012 Can't ever say enough about LeBarons,every time I inquire about something there prices are lower than everyone else,plus fast and friendly service every time I'm there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucktail Posted March 11, 2012 Report Share Posted March 11, 2012 Wow I go there occasionally, love there selection of bass gear VERY up to date, but I also get the feeling "im not part of the club". All I want when I go into a place is " Hey hows it going? can I help you?" Maybe it comes from the feeling its very tournament oriented and if your not a tourney guy they think your just a weekend warrrior, not that its an excuse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted March 11, 2012 Report Share Posted March 11, 2012 Its funny that I've never felt that 'vibe', and I'm pretty sensitive to that kinda thing...I used to get that at Grimsby Tackle from the previous owner...Martin, the new owner couldn't be friendlier! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted March 11, 2012 Report Share Posted March 11, 2012 Its funny that I've never felt that 'vibe', and I'm pretty sensitive to that kinda thing...I used to get that at Grimsby Tackle from the previous owner...Martin, the new owner couldn't be friendlier! Adrian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radnine Posted March 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2012 Adrian. Talk about not being in the club! What does that mean? Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted March 11, 2012 Report Share Posted March 11, 2012 It means the previous owner of Grimsby Tackle, Adrian, could make you feel like you were trespassing at tmes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimace Posted March 11, 2012 Report Share Posted March 11, 2012 The new Grimsby tackle guy is great. The other guy was pretty miserable, I use to stay away because of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishdawg Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 The new Grimsby tackle guy is great. Best shop in the Golden Horseshoe hands down! Martin has been doing great things with the store. Cant beat the slection of gear and the free food & coffee every Saturday I noticed that there spring sale is April 10-14 and line spooling clinic is on the 14th, 1 cent/yard Triliene and 8 cents/yard Fireline Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radnine Posted March 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 The new Grimsby tackle guy is great. The other guy was pretty miserable, I use to stay away because of it. I still stay away because of it. I did not know that there was a new owner but was in there once before and found the guy to be a complete knob (Adrian I presume). Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyb Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 Thanks for the heads up on the Fishing World deal. Best shop in the Golden Horseshoe hands down! Martin has been doing great things with the store. Cant beat the slection of gear and the free food & coffee every Saturday I noticed that there spring sale is April 10-14 and line spooling clinic is on the 14th, 1 cent/yard Triliene and 8 cents/yard Fireline I would have to echo that sentiment fishdawg, I stopped in there before my trip to the Bay of Quinte last fall, and let's just say I was blown away at the selection of one of my favorite stickbaits. I don't even want to tell you guys they sell them, so I can keep the stock all to myself haha. If you're wondering what lure it is, it's the Renosky Mirror Image stickbaits. I must have bought half the entire selection, some colours I had never even seen before They also work well for spring Kings, but with a hook upgrade (#4 Owner ST-41's) They've always had a good selection of trolling gear for the salmon guys, and that has remained, but the service has improved with the new owner for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishin' magician Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 I went to Bills for the first time yesterday, great service and good hours. But if I'm heading out that way already, bass pro is hard to resist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F7Firecat Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 Bills Bait and Tackle for me, every time you walk in the door you get a friendly Hello from Greg or Tim. Fishing World........naw im not part of da club, never feel welcome there either, why do they seem to forget who got them through the last 25 years or so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 Fishing World........naw im not part of da club, never feel welcome there either I find it really interesting how many guys have made similar comments here over the years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 Thinking back, I don't remember ever having been made to feel like I was intruding in any store. Lucky I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pigeontroller Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 I find it really interesting how many guys have made similar comments here over the years. It is truly amazing how these business owners can allow such bad reputations to prevail in this age of mass-information sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snidley Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 I see these comments about Fishing World and don't get it. NEVER had this happen to me, nor have I seen it happen to anyone else. And I am most definitely NOT a tournament angler. Fishing World is a very well stocked store with lots of deals and a willingness to negotiate pricing on expensive items. I also agree that Bills is a great friendly store but it does not have the selection of Fishing World. Bottom line is that if you don't ask you might not get salesmen bowing and scraping for your attention but I for one am not the least bit shy of asking for somthing that I want. With that said I also don't like salespeople following me around as I browse a store. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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