Its true, the newer outboards use a fraction of the older ones. My problem isn't gas in the boat, its the truck (well, my old one). just bought a new one and haven't really been out lately.

hahaha on the crankbaits. i have a lucky craft pointer that I rarely use. i say its because i have more confidence in my rogues, but i cant stand to lose it.

a big thing on the prices of fishing tackle is more and more sponsorship in the last few years. so while the pros (check out the BASS 07 Pro Guide) can fish more comfortably with the huge deals they're getting, we're paying 8bucks for a spinnerbait....