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General => General Topwater & Jigging Discussion => Topic started by: Luke Wyrsta on April 09, 2009, 12:01:53 PM
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What kind of products do you think the market is lacking or wanting more of?
What existing product is out there that you think could be better improved for GT applications?
Looking forward to your answers!
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More low-mid priced poppers. So the in-experienced can afford to loose a few.
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More low-mid priced poppers. So the in-experienced can afford to loose a few.
Is there a lack of choice or do you want more options in that bracket that are of better quality and design?
Thanks for your feedback.
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Matt, do you want to try one of the larger wooden ones I have ?
Its hard to think of what the market lacks - I've seen so many different bits of kit on sites , its hard to think of whats missing. I like skipping lures, so more of those on the market that are good quality and at a good price.
More rods but around the $500 price bracket that are light and powerful. Alot of the sweet rods are pushing $1k almost.
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Matt, do you want to try one of the larger wooden ones I have ?
Its hard to think of what the market lacks - I've seen so many different bits of kit on sites , its hard to think of whats missing. I like skipping lures, so more of those on the market that are good quality and at a good price.
More rods but around the $500 price bracket that are light and powerful. Alot of the sweet rods are pushing $1k almost.
Thanks Andrew,
I guess I want to know...do these products that are quality made - do they do it right and are they at the right price?
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An example of some lures, are the shimano ocea poppers, well , topwater sliders. They cost $40 here and thats for ones that weigh about 50grams . Overseas, they have newer versions and come in heavier weights up to 125grams. They cost about $45 AU. Nice lures - expensive, and not available here.
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Owner ST76 size 7/0 or 8/0 ;D ;D and Hollow Avani GT
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Heru GT Mania in 150, 170 & 200gm sizes, agree with Adrien re bigger ST76s.
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I agree with Mat, the lures required to fish for GT's to the fullest potential are hideously priced, I think some more mid ranged priced poppers for the beginner and intermediate popper chucker would be great!! Also spending $1000 on a rod that I may only use once a year to catch GT's is getting a little bit beyond a necessity according to the other half!!!
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I think more range and availability at local tackle stores for the cheaper lures, ordering off the net is fine for products you know but it's hard to find anything other than dumbells and the likes in stores.
I think some heavier models of the lures that are available, for better casting and to use the heavier lines.
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I think more range and availability at local tackle stores for the cheaper lures, ordering off the net is fine for products you know but it's hard to find anything other than dumbells and the likes in stores.
I think the problem here is for shops to make any money from imported stuff like Heru/Blackjack/Nomad, Hammerhead, Fisherman, Carpenter etc they have to put rediculous prices on them. In their respective currencies these lures aren't overly expensive. I believe local tackleshops don't get much of a discount either due to the limited quantities involved. When you take into account the exchange rate and that the tackleshop here still needs to make a profit it all adds up pretty quick and you end up paying over $60 for a stickbait. When you can get the same lure online for 30% less, then it's little wonder the local shops don't stock a big range. It's not the shops fault, just business.
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Line end terminals that are strong yet practical. A nice small yet super strong snap would make lure changes a breeze.
More variety around knotting tools. What is out there is limited and very expensive.
More instructional and hard core popping and jigging videos for those days when fishing is not possible.
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Large uv 30+ light weigth shirts 3X & 4X and trousers for us bigger guys
Whe they say at the ticket counter "your over weight" I don't think they are only talking about the luggage!!
Lex
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What kind of products do you think the market is lacking or wanting more of?
I want more Carpenter SPs ;D
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Is this shimano R&D?
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Is this shimano R&D?
No.
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I think $45 for quality poppers is fair but those hammer heads at $160 are going to hurt when lost. I would like to see some purpose built popper tackle boxes or bags that are also great for travelling with.
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I think Rigging kits would be a cool addition. Kind of like the nut & bolt kits at the hardware store. Should have a small range of the really strong solid/split rings, hooks, swivels and possibly an instruction sheet for making leaders. Put it all in one of those compartmented plastic cases....and add in a decent pair of split ring pliers. A good way to get the new folks started.
Now all is needed is what most folks said...reasonably low priced strong lures.
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I think $45 for quality poppers is fair but those hammer heads at $160 are going to hurt when lost. I would like to see some purpose built popper tackle boxes or bags that are also great for travelling with.
I would like to create Hammerhead quality poppers (dare say craftbait), at a $60 - $70 price point. Only a dream at the moment but day by day we are moving closer to reality. Wheels are moving people! ;)
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I think Rigging kits would be a cool addition. Kind of like the nut & bolt kits at the hardware store. Should have a small range of the really strong solid/split rings, hooks, swivels and possibly an instruction sheet for making leaders. Put it all in one of those compartmented plastic cases....and add in a decent pair of split ring pliers. A good way to get the new folks started.
Now all is needed is what most folks said...reasonably low priced strong lures.
Good idea Kurt - will definitely consider this.
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I think $45 for quality poppers is fair but those hammer heads at $160 are going to hurt when lost. I would like to see some purpose built popper tackle boxes or bags that are also great for travelling with.
I would like to create Hammerhead quality poppers (dare say craftbait), at a $60 - $70 price point. Only a dream at the moment but day by day we are moving closer to reality. Wheels are moving people! ;)
I do create Hammerhead quality poppers (dare I say better), at $89 price point....reality ;D
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Now now Chris - that is $19.00 over ;) ;D
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Have you guys tried one of these? or are they available in Australia's market at all?
Arm-sleeves - helps take away the direct burns on the arms and fashionable at the same time. This pair (photo) is made from some quick dry fabric, ultra stretchable and keep its shape very well. Most importantly, there is no discomfort when wearing it. I think it is a great product.
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Ah Gu
We have those arm bands for sale at golf retailers in Singapore. To keep the strong sun off your arms and wick up the sweat from the humid conditions.
Swing easy
Sam
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Ah Gu
We have those arm bands for sale at golf retailers in Singapore. To keep the strong sun off your arms and wick up the sweat from the humid conditions.
Swing easy
Sam
Hi Sam,
Thanks for the heads up.
Will that happen to be in Pan west or any other merchants in particular?
Would certainly help with the hunt for it.
Thanks
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Hi
Fourth Floor golf retailer at Takashimaya Department Store on Orchard Road
The only colour is white. They also have designs printed in black on the bottom half of the sleeve.
I ll swing by Taka tomorrow and revert with more details.
Sam
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More rods but around the $500 price bracket that are light and powerful. Alot of the sweet rods are pushing $1k almost.
I have been trying to develop exactly that but its hard work. Blank design and manufacturer are on tap but market research on limited budget is punishing. I have been hoping to make some contacts who would like to max out some prototypes
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Yes they are available, we use them in baseball all the time, been around for many a years now (atleast 15yrs)
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These arm bands are everywhere in the Philippines. The Tricycle drivers and bikers use them. Yoy can buy them on the street for just a couple of dollars. Gloves made out of the same material are also everywhere, but not to fit huge great western mits like mine!