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January 26, 2009
Recession Busters: Beer, Nicotine, and Flyfishing
By Kirk Deeter
I have to admit, I was pretty stunned by the fly angler turnout at the International Sportsmen's Exposition in Denver this past weekend. And I have it on good authority that the Fly Fishing Show in Somerset, New Jersey, was hopping over the past few days as well.
Word from the floor was that some big ticket items like rods and reels weren't selling like hotcakes, but the flies, and lines, and even waders, were. You know what was probably in highest demand? Information. The seminars and presentations were packed at ISE, more than I had ever seen. Which made sense... after all, information is free.
I know some of you hit the shows (thanks for taking time to introduce yourselves). Did you get the same feeling? I'm not saying that shops aren't feeling the pinch, and this happy weekend blip is a sign of an imprending fly boom. But I know people are still amped on flyfishing, and they're going to be on the water this summer, big time.
In fact, I have on record from some of my hard-core angler fiends that in rough economic times, the last three things they plan to sacrifice, if forced to, are beer, nicotine, and flyfishing, in that order. What say you?
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You will ALWAYS find a way to support your addiction, even in tough times. I probably won't invest a lot of money in new gear, but make do with the old and keep throwing flies.
I went to Somerset on Friday and was stunned by how packed it actually was. I had to walk 15 minutes from a back parking lot to get in.
The fly tying spots seemed to be the most packed and I did see a few people carrying rod tubes. But there was a ton of floor traffic for a work day.
Fishing is definitely one of the last things to go but my tactics this year will definitely change. More beach and stream fishing and less by boat, and also I'll probably be less inclined to hire guides and more apt to stick with my local spots.
3 things last to go would be:
truck
fly fishing
spare time
I have been looking at the economic situation, the biggest thing we need to do is actually go out and buy something. This is the only way to keep jobs here in the US. Unfortunatey most people rely on credit to buy things, which is what put us in this situation in the first place. I prefer to pay CASH not plastic, not a check, just good ol' CASH. That's how I bought my last truck, the dealership welcomed me with open arms when I told them that I wasn't financing, but paying cash.
If things get too bad, the last 3 things to go would be...
My Sporting Equipment (Excess Rods, Reels, Guns, etc.)
My Camper
My Truck
That's if I get hit worse, fortunately I'm in a position where I'm offered overtime to work every week, and probably one of the last positions at my workplace (I fortunately work for the government) to be eliminated. Of course if that happens, that means that the US Government is in a serious problem.
Kinda sucks, we here in Illinois lost a good fly fishing show this year, and it was the only one.
Kinda sucks, we here in Illinois lost a good fly fishing show this year, and it was the only one.
sorry double post...
On line editors, seems the same people 'accidentaly' post several times, if they keep the points these blogs are going to get long.
Yea, i noticed that too... but that was an accident.
Hey KD didnt see you at the ise sunday where were you hidding
A $20 fishing license in Ohio gets you world class steelhead fishing in the winter, good trout fishing in the summer and fall, good smallmouth fishing in many rivers and great muskie fishing in a number of lakes. I havn't even mentioned the saugeye, largemouth, crappie or catfish. I've always thought a fishing license was a great investment in any market.
Beer and skoal in my house are like milk and bread in others.
Alex,
If it was an accident then why does it happen elsewhere? Especially the answers blog where we get extra points. I don't care, I'm not after points, as I told Del in Ks, my luck, all the gear I'd get to test out would probably be some kind of newer softer outdoor toilet paper.
Its nice to know the gov't still has OT to offer. I'll need to keep the beer and fishing. I am glad I purchased a lifetime hunting/fishing license a few years ago so I wont lose fishing this year. I am gonna miss alot this year...a merit raise, matching contributions to my 401k....hopefully I am not one of the 8000 people my employer intends to layoff by March 31st. I really need that beer now...
I had Sunday off... came home and shoveled snow. But I am fishing on Friday.
Alex,
There is a very good show in Chicago called Great Waters. It is put on by Tom Helgeson who is publisher of Midwest Fly Fishing Mag. The show is in CHICAGO Feb.20–22, 2009 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center. Tom is a first class guy and does and excellent job. Go to http://www.greatwatersflyfishingexpo.com/ to see more.
Fly Tying, fly fishing, and family, in that order. It was nice to meet the man behind the keyboard at ISE.
the show in denver was pretty good but because of the pinch we are in i wasn't able to spend as much as i usually do. i also won't be able to go to as many of those shows this year as i normally would such as the big expo in alaska but fishing will remain on my list as a first prority. unfortunately i will have to concentrate on just colorado with no road trips. jobs are not good here right now, and the future isn't looking to good for the next year or so.
The ISE in Denver was great again this year. It is always fun to get out to the show talk to outfitters and purchase gear and trips. Fishing either in a stream or lake is a great way to relax. Unfortunately due to $$ I won't be able to make as many trips or go as far as I have in previous years. I will try though to get out and enjoy all that fishing has to offer again this spring and summer. And perhaps even have an occasional stoge.
During tough times fishing helps relieve a lot of the stress. As stated above you find a way to keep yourself in the game.
After a rough day at work or after looking at your dwindling checking/savings account there is nothing better than looking out over a beautiful body of water and casting a line, whether you catch a fish or not the experience makes all the strugles and headaches of the times worth it. You can put your nose to the grindstone and give it a go for another day.
Commenting on the Somerset show.....worked my TU chapter's booth for all three days and Saturday was the most crowded of the days, Sunday was the slowest....we were selling raffle tickets and did pretty well.
Saw a lot of wading boots leaving, most with the new rubber soles.
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You will ALWAYS find a way to support your addiction, even in tough times. I probably won't invest a lot of money in new gear, but make do with the old and keep throwing flies.
On line editors, seems the same people 'accidentaly' post several times, if they keep the points these blogs are going to get long.
the show in denver was pretty good but because of the pinch we are in i wasn't able to spend as much as i usually do. i also won't be able to go to as many of those shows this year as i normally would such as the big expo in alaska but fishing will remain on my list as a first prority. unfortunately i will have to concentrate on just colorado with no road trips. jobs are not good here right now, and the future isn't looking to good for the next year or so.
I went to Somerset on Friday and was stunned by how packed it actually was. I had to walk 15 minutes from a back parking lot to get in.
The fly tying spots seemed to be the most packed and I did see a few people carrying rod tubes. But there was a ton of floor traffic for a work day.
Fishing is definitely one of the last things to go but my tactics this year will definitely change. More beach and stream fishing and less by boat, and also I'll probably be less inclined to hire guides and more apt to stick with my local spots.
3 things last to go would be:
truck
fly fishing
spare time
I have been looking at the economic situation, the biggest thing we need to do is actually go out and buy something. This is the only way to keep jobs here in the US. Unfortunatey most people rely on credit to buy things, which is what put us in this situation in the first place. I prefer to pay CASH not plastic, not a check, just good ol' CASH. That's how I bought my last truck, the dealership welcomed me with open arms when I told them that I wasn't financing, but paying cash.
If things get too bad, the last 3 things to go would be...
My Sporting Equipment (Excess Rods, Reels, Guns, etc.)
My Camper
My Truck
That's if I get hit worse, fortunately I'm in a position where I'm offered overtime to work every week, and probably one of the last positions at my workplace (I fortunately work for the government) to be eliminated. Of course if that happens, that means that the US Government is in a serious problem.
A $20 fishing license in Ohio gets you world class steelhead fishing in the winter, good trout fishing in the summer and fall, good smallmouth fishing in many rivers and great muskie fishing in a number of lakes. I havn't even mentioned the saugeye, largemouth, crappie or catfish. I've always thought a fishing license was a great investment in any market.
Beer and skoal in my house are like milk and bread in others.
Alex,
If it was an accident then why does it happen elsewhere? Especially the answers blog where we get extra points. I don't care, I'm not after points, as I told Del in Ks, my luck, all the gear I'd get to test out would probably be some kind of newer softer outdoor toilet paper.
Its nice to know the gov't still has OT to offer. I'll need to keep the beer and fishing. I am glad I purchased a lifetime hunting/fishing license a few years ago so I wont lose fishing this year. I am gonna miss alot this year...a merit raise, matching contributions to my 401k....hopefully I am not one of the 8000 people my employer intends to layoff by March 31st. I really need that beer now...
Alex,
There is a very good show in Chicago called Great Waters. It is put on by Tom Helgeson who is publisher of Midwest Fly Fishing Mag. The show is in CHICAGO Feb.20–22, 2009 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center. Tom is a first class guy and does and excellent job. Go to http://www.greatwatersflyfishingexpo.com/ to see more.
Fly Tying, fly fishing, and family, in that order. It was nice to meet the man behind the keyboard at ISE.
The ISE in Denver was great again this year. It is always fun to get out to the show talk to outfitters and purchase gear and trips. Fishing either in a stream or lake is a great way to relax. Unfortunately due to $$ I won't be able to make as many trips or go as far as I have in previous years. I will try though to get out and enjoy all that fishing has to offer again this spring and summer. And perhaps even have an occasional stoge.
Kinda sucks, we here in Illinois lost a good fly fishing show this year, and it was the only one.
Kinda sucks, we here in Illinois lost a good fly fishing show this year, and it was the only one.
sorry double post...
Yea, i noticed that too... but that was an accident.
Hey KD didnt see you at the ise sunday where were you hidding
I had Sunday off... came home and shoveled snow. But I am fishing on Friday.
During tough times fishing helps relieve a lot of the stress. As stated above you find a way to keep yourself in the game.
After a rough day at work or after looking at your dwindling checking/savings account there is nothing better than looking out over a beautiful body of water and casting a line, whether you catch a fish or not the experience makes all the strugles and headaches of the times worth it. You can put your nose to the grindstone and give it a go for another day.
Commenting on the Somerset show.....worked my TU chapter's booth for all three days and Saturday was the most crowded of the days, Sunday was the slowest....we were selling raffle tickets and did pretty well.
Saw a lot of wading boots leaving, most with the new rubber soles.
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