Plug prices going through the roof

[Joe]

I would not worry too much about the younger generation not being able to afford to fish....
These are the same people who will be shopping for $300,000 starter homes.

Its younger consumers from regions where wages are high that are looking for high-end stuff. If they can afford the house, the SUV, the gas, the high-maintenance wife - believe me - da' plug ain't much of a stretch.

[Pete F.]

I think it boils down to "He who dies with the most toys wins"
I have the "best (fill in the blank)" and it does'nt matter what sport or hobby you are talking about.
Fishing
Hunting
Golf
Cars
Model railroads
It also has to do with the elimination of the middle of the market, it's either Zebco or Van Stall. (That's a whole other story)
I know I still like my toys at 50.
I don't have the most expensive or shiniest but they work FOR ME.
And you are welcome to do whatever floats your boat.
On another related topic a guy on SOL is starting to build plugs as a hobby(I think) and is worried about going over budget, his # is 7500 Now thats scary

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