A GOOD PURCHASE

[Bottom Bouncer 22]

Well we all value a dollar and making the right purchase is something we all like to do. I'm talking about a purchase that stops you when your out in the field and makes you think...I'm really glad I bought this or... this was money well spent. Since we all have a common interest in Fishing, Hunting and the outdoors I thought with Christmas coming and really just hearing from other sportsmen in general what purchases they have made over the years that really stick out in there mind as some of the "BEST". Here are some of mine:

Frabrill Conservation Landing Net.

St.Croix 7' one piece Tournament Legend Spinning Rod

Pflueger Patriarch Spinning Reel

Power Pro and Berkley Fireline fishing line

Guidewear Rain Suit

Vexilar FL8SE Ice fishing Flasher

Northlands Spot on the Spot fish markers (custom cut to length ex. 15', 25', 35', 45')

Raplala Pliers "they cut the super lines"

Probably the one purchase that makes me smile every day is my 4x4 Suburban

Well there's a few of mine. So lets here from everyone because I'm sure we all have at least one purchase that makes you glad you purchased it. I know we all don't post regularly like myself but I'm hoping for those of you who don't, you will jump in this time and post a Great Purchase you have made for everyone to think about.

[sinker7 114]

I didn't see your new Lund boat on the list???

[Some Old Guy 968]

I have two purchases coming up real soon. I hope I'll be glad I bought them.

One of the purchases I made last year was an i-pilot. what a difference!

Roger

[Iron Ranger 125]

Food saver has a sale for 40% off on a great vacuum sealer. Check out the website. I got the email from them last night. I ordered one for our son & son in-law. Buy the bags from another site. The nice feature with this food saver is it has a moister sensor, that shuts things down if water is going to be sucked in to the motor.

[Bottom Bouncer 22]

I didn't see your new Lund boat on the list???

Lol...... ya the new Lund is awesome, no complaints. I'm sure you noticed how close I am with my 16 year old Suburban. Lol

[Lyle Reiner 174]

I would have to go with my g loomis smallmouth rod, my inflatable pfd, toyota fj cruiser, and series of jig molds!

[naden 131]

After years of borrowing 40 year old jiffys that dont cut or using hand augers.....I love my z71 ice auger. Bought it brand new about 3 or 4 years ago...didnt really want to spend that much but happy I did. That and buying a house with a garage!

Last spring I upgraded my old 80s 9.8 to a newer yamaha 15 hp which I also dont regret.......trolls slow all day, easy on fuel, and much quieter than the old motors.

[Some Old Guy 968]

I saw how close you are to that 16 year old! I have even heard that you sleep in her!

You truckaphile!

Roger

[Bottom Bouncer 22]

I saw how close you are to that 16 year old! I have even heard that you sleep in her!

You truckaphile!

Roger

. LOL

[Iron Ranger 125]

I would have to go with my g loomis smallmouth rod, my inflatable pfd, toyota fj cruiser, and series of jig molds!

Well, it's good to see my good friend Lyle is alive and well. Just wishing you the best over our Thanksgiving. Take care my good friend. I hope you get everything that you wish.

[thefisher 39]

My portable clam hut!!!! Weather is never an issue when going out ice fishin anymore. Had her 6 years now.

[Dale Gaudry 5]

I notice the Mercury still didn't make the list Bottom Bouncer. After years of fishing I have used a lot of crap until I found the good stuff. The three best things on my boat are 1. Minn kota trolling motors (cable steer) GO BIG with the first one and you will save your self time and money in the future

2. Lowrance HDS units with structurescan

4. Shimano - G Loomis rods and reels (I don't use anything else)

P.S. I should throw my 21 year old Evinrude into the mix as well.

[Guest Crooksyredboat]

My Klim bibs and jacket, awesome snowmobile riding gear,durable and very warm. Pricey, but nice to have when riding in -25 degrees.

[whoreleur 13]

My pride, it's been hurt many times out on the water.

[Guest Crooksyredboat]

Where did you purchase your pride?

[whoreleur 13]

I would get a warning if I told you that

[johnr 47]

My argo ....its just like me...hard working, slow moving, needy and always lets you know when you should have been paying attention. I will never again be without one.

[Brad Rissanen 14]

My Boomerang line cutters, side imaging graph and an enclosed sled trailer (couple of expensive purchases, but have never regretted spending the money).

[WalleyeWayne 137]

In the last 3 years it's been my:

Crestliner Fishawk 1850 w/ 150hp Mercury XR6

Polaris 600 IQ

Humminbird ICE 55

Lowrance Elite 5

Jiffy STX PRO II

Eskimo 3-Man Pop-up

Looking back now, no wonder my wife is annoyed with my spending habits

[RH. 56]

i didnt buy it but one thing that has saved me countless amounts of time is my minnow traps. when im at camp it beats the drive to the bait shop to buy a few dozen minnows, all you have to do is atv up to the trap and take what you need for the day and return the trap to the water. also if your fishing and all your minnows die on the way to the lake, the trap can save you from fishing without bait.

[Iron Ranger 125]

i didnt buy it but one thing that has saved me countless amounts of time is my minnow traps. when im at camp it beats the drive to the bait shop to buy a few dozen minnows, all you have to do is atv up to the trap and take what you need for the day and return the trap to the water. also if your fishing and all your minnows die on the way to the lake, the trap can save you from fishing without bait.

Great way to handle the bait situation. I have done that numerous times over the years using several shiner traps. Several years ago though, I had a very large bear that had a real sour attitude problem snapping his jaws and woofing at me just off the trail heading down to my minnow trap. Needless, to say, I gave him the trail and backed out. YOU CANNOT beat fresh bait though!!!

[Guest Smack Um]

My Bear Banger well worth while carrying during bear season.

[Eyeguy 22]

Well it's not a purchase, but the best thing I ever got was a dad who somehow knew how to push all the right buttons to get me to love fishing and appreciate the pure beauty of nature. I have some great fishing buddies now, but none will ever match him. He passed away 4 years ago tomorrow, but left behind about 40 years of amazing fishing and outdoors memories. Nobody could find or catch crappies like him. He seldom outdid me catching walleyes, except the very last time we fished together. Labour Day weekend just a couple months before he died he mopped the floor with me, LOL. He caught about a dozen over twenty ones in what ended up being the last time he wet a line. It was unreal watching it happen. He just couldn't do anything wrong that day. Given the circumstances, maybe that one is my very favourite memory. RIP Papa - tight lines.

[WalleyeWayne 137]

Great story Eyeguy and may your father RIP

[mad scientist 140]

An original Leatherman and a real Zippo.