Bass Pro - Striper Talk Striped Bass Fishing, Surfcasting, Boating

Tuna Helper · 09-07-2005, 09:43 PM

Hey guys,
I got a call from Bass Pro Shops this weekend. They said they were considering opening a store in Foxboro across from the stadium

They wanted my opinion about a few things.
Did anyone else get a call like this?

lurch · 09-07-2005, 11:27 PM

would that be nice!! I hope you told them that you would love to see them here!

Pete_G · 09-08-2005, 07:16 AM

Weak. You can say good bye to even more bait and tackles.

5/0 · 09-08-2005, 08:04 AM

That would be awesome if they move in across from Gillette.....IM only 7 miles away from there!WoHooooo

Flaptail · 09-08-2005, 08:05 AM

I didn't get a call but heard that rumor just yesterday.

Bass Babe · 09-08-2005, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete_G

Weak. You can say good bye to even more bait and tackles.

Just not the good ones. I go to local run shops more often because I'd rather give them the business, for the most part. But also, have you spoken to the staff at large sporting goods stores lately? They know nothing. All they do is wear a khaki vest with alot of pockets so it looks like they fish. "Yeah, I think you'll need some of those bobbery things, and the number 8 string. You goin fer pickerel? I love them fish!" The staff at local shops have so much knowledge and are way more helpful. Things have unspoken warranties, they'll special order for you, tell you what's best to use for the area. Plus, you can go in and chat with the wife and kid and pet the dog (at least at Mike's anyways). Unless BPS hires some really great fishermen, carries eels, and is easily on my way to go fishing, I'll stick with the bait and tackles, and I have a feeling others will, too.

Pete_G · 09-08-2005, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Bass Babe

Just not the good ones. I go to local run shops more often because I'd rather give them the business, for the most part. But also, have you spoken to the staff at large sporting goods stores lately? They know nothing. All they do is wear a khaki vest with alot of pockets so it looks like they fish. "Yeah, I think you'll need some of those bobbery things, and the number 8 string. You goin fer pickerel? I love them fish!" The staff at local shops have so much knowledge and are way more helpful. Things have unspoken warranties, they'll special order for you, tell you what's best to use for the area. Plus, you can go in and chat with the wife and kid and pet the dog (at least at Mike's anyways). Unless BPS hires some really great fishermen, carries eels, and is easily on my way to go fishing, I'll stick with the bait and tackles, and I have a feeling others will, too.

It effects all shops, I think. I bet for a majority of shops out there that are very close to not making it due to so many factors already in place that something like this can be the last straw.

They are the Wal-Mart of the takle industry. They're giant, powerful, and they offer everything at good prices, and in many cases actually have pretty good employees. This will be the last straw for some shops, especially small ones that aren't online, guaranteed. Even some of the good ones.

JoeP · 09-10-2005, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete_G

It effects all shops, I think. I bet for a majority of shops out there that are very close to not making it due to so many factors already in place that something like this can be the last straw.

They are the Wal-Mart of the takle industry. They're giant, powerful, and they offer everything at good prices, and in many cases actually have pretty good employees. This will be the last straw for some shops, especially small ones that aren't online, guaranteed. Even some of the good ones.

That is not good. Keep them out then -- we need the small local shops that sell local stuff & products, know the ins and outs about our areas, and are places we can go to just shoot the breeze sometimes.

I am friendly with a couple of owners of shops in RI and they have said that they know alot of guys will make a big tackle order from BPS or Cabelas in the winter, but will come in the shops all season long for smaller stuff or smaller purchases. However, if BPS or Cabelas comes into town, that will change and, as Pete said, we'll lose all these nice small shops -- just like all the small hardware stores that closed because of Home Depot & Lowe's.

How long did you all like shopping at Home Depot? For me it lasted about 6 months -- now it is a pain, you can never find help -- and there are fewer smaller, local places to go when you are in a pinch.

Flaptail · 09-08-2005, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete_G

Weak. You can say good bye to even more bait and tackles.

Pete's right. The Mom and Pop B&T's are gonna take a real hit. I have been to several in Florida and there is no way a little shop can compete. CAbela's in East Hartford CT. and now a possible BP in Foxboro. #^&#^&#^&#^&'s in Plymouth. The little guy is gonna be a fond memory.

lurch · 09-08-2005, 08:18 AM

isnt it true that most B&Ts profits come from bait and not the tackle?? I dont think that BP will sell eels and or bait.

BrianS · 09-08-2005, 08:56 AM

ive been to the bass pro shops here in Myrtle Beach (on vacation) 3 times already this week... that place is the mecca...

But from what I saw, they do no sell bait.

I also tend to think the reason why I like this one so much is because being in the south they have different offerings from a store in the north...

I dont see myself running to foxboro (and I am only 15 mins away) every time I want a plug... just to head the other way to the cape.