James RickardDIY doesn't always save money
March 15th 2011 01:05
I saw an article the other day that stated although we're coming out of one of the worst economic downturns known to modern man, we may never stop the spendthrift habits we developed during the rough years. The article went on to compare this generation to those who grew up during the Depression and made comparisons.
Even without skimping through hard economic times, anglers are a rather frugal bunch. Lures, bait buckets, or sinkers are just some of the items you can find in the angler's workshop.
However, a broken rod tip may not a project you want to tackle.
Even without skimping through hard economic times, anglers are a rather frugal bunch. Lures, bait buckets, or sinkers are just some of the items you can find in the angler's workshop.
However, a broken rod tip may not a project you want to tackle.
The impetus for replacing a rod tip is something every angler can relate to! (Maybe the rod broke in transit. If the tip just popped off, be sure to save it.)
It seems easy enough. Go down to the sporting goods store, but one of those tip replacement kits and you're good to go. Heck, they even supply the hot glue! (Don't try this with Super Glue!)
The rest of this scenario is what bugs me!
Most rod tip kits have three rod tips in them. You only need one. In essence, you're paying for two items you'll never use!
I know there's some nice guy out there saying, "I can give one to my brother-in-law." Yeah, BUT rod tips are sized to within a fraction of a millimeter! Maybe he can use it--maybe he won't!
What does this mean?
It seems easy enough. Go down to the sporting goods store, but one of those tip replacement kits and you're good to go. Heck, they even supply the hot glue! (Don't try this with Super Glue!)
The rest of this scenario is what bugs me!
Most rod tip kits have three rod tips in them. You only need one. In essence, you're paying for two items you'll never use!
I know there's some nice guy out there saying, "I can give one to my brother-in-law." Yeah, BUT rod tips are sized to within a fraction of a millimeter! Maybe he can use it--maybe he won't!
What does this mean?
Replacing a rod tip is a very easy repair. Any tackle shop half way worth their salt ought to be able to handle the chore. Plus, the guy behind the counter has to worry about getting the tip straight before the glue dries and maybe it'll be his fingers that get burned.
Cost wise? I've seen tip repairs run five bucks. On the other hand, I've seen unscrupulous joints that charge ten or even fifteen dollars! It pays to shop around.
If you find a low end shop, it's still probably going to run a dollar or two higher than a kit but, the problems are going to be theirs and you'll end up with a rod that lasts longer than you thought.
Cost wise? I've seen tip repairs run five bucks. On the other hand, I've seen unscrupulous joints that charge ten or even fifteen dollars! It pays to shop around.
If you find a low end shop, it's still probably going to run a dollar or two higher than a kit but, the problems are going to be theirs and you'll end up with a rod that lasts longer than you thought.
Remember to take the hooks outta yer pocket before ya sit down!
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