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Matt,

You make a lot of good points. I love tackle shops no matter how big they are, I always get a compulsion to buy something that I have not seen anywhere else.

You have to admit though, that when they can sell name brand crankbaits 1/2 price on their sales, it is going to bring people into the store and they are going to buy other items that are not on sale.

I have seen this same example when the SuperWal-Mart opened in Terre Haute. I could get $5 crankbaits for $3 etc.... That was when there were other tackle shops in town, several very small ones. 5 years later, all the small tackle shops are gone. Predator business tactics that the small business man can't compete with.

The only way for the small business to survive now is with quality. When spring time comes around and most anglers are looking to re-stock the box, the big sales at BassPro and GanderMountain types etc... are going to be the first stop.

I will promise you I will come on in your shop and check it out when I am in the area, I for sure will be making some purchases.

I have seen your ad on the Outdoor Channel last week, but the ad does not mention your location unless I missed it. I need my electronics updated next year and would be glad to give you a chance to sell me the unit and install it.

thanks,
topwater