thirtysixit Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 I've become rather obsessed with fishing with as many American made products as I can. I've listed my Favorite American made fishing stuff below. I've had great luck fishing with all of it. What do you think? I'd love to see the most American sport there is become more dependent on American made products... I don't know about you. Rod: Falcon (Low Rider, Cara, Original) Reel: None available (Heart Breaking), I use Quantum because they are based in Tulsa OK, which is my home town. Line: Berkley (Big Game Mono, Vanish FC) Hard Baits: Norman (Little N, Deep Little N, Middle N, DD14, DD22) and Bill Lewis Rat-L-Trap 1/2OZ Soft Plastics: Gene Lerew and Zoom What do you think we can do as Patriotic anglers to ensure that American workers will still be producing our tools for the years to come? Respectfully, Thirtysixit
Super User flyfisher Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 I buy whatever products are the best value for me and my hard earned money. If they happen to be American made then great if not that is ok too because i am still supporting a company's infrastructure here in the US. I work too hard for my money to buy a product i feel is inferior just because of a made in USA logo. As far as quality gear goes, St. Croix has a lot of their rods made here in the US. 2
EvanT123 Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 Well my answer will break the no politics rule. So I'll grab some popcorn and keep it simple. I'll keep buying st croix products. 4
John G Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 I have served my country in the U.S Army and I consider myself to be very patriotic. I have used Shimano baitcasters since I was 12 or 13 years old (I am 45 now) and if a company started producing a baitcaster in America that really gave Shimano a run for their money, I doubt that I would change reels as long as Shimano continued doing what they are doing. I do love Zoom Baits and I have not bought a rod other than Loomis in a long time. It's about using what you like and can afford and personally, I don't feel that I am obligated to buy American just so that I can consider myself patriotic. 9
powerduster Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 I use rosco snaps and swivels for saltwater fishing, which are American made. Definitely quality stuff right there. I have served my country in the U.S Army and I consider myself to be very patriotic. I have used Shimano baitcasters since I was 12 or 13 years old (I am 45 now) and if a company started producing a baitcaster in America that really gave Shimano a run for their money, I doubt that I would change reels as long as Shimano continued doing what they are doing. I do love Zoom Baits and I have not bought a rod other than Loomis in a long time. It's about using what you like and can afford and personally, I don't feel that I am obligated to buy American just so that I can consider myself patriotic.I agree with you 100%. Afterall, we are still supporting businesses here regardless of where the product is made. 2
Global Moderator Bluebasser86 Posted May 28, 2015 Global Moderator Posted May 28, 2015 Buy baits that are handmade from guys turning baits in their garages. Don't forget Eagle Claw hooks in your American made supplies. They've revamped their hooks big time. 1
primetime Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 I used to care more about where lures were made but at the end of the day Pure Fishing Owns a huge portion of the industry, and Jardon Owns Pure fishing, and almost every small company sells to a larger company and many Japanese companies that are considered JDM are not, and many that claim to be made in the USA are not, and I am not referring to any specific companies since I am a fan of almost all mentioned. I buy from Retailers that I feel offer the best value & service and from companies that standby their products and I have been lucky in that way I guess. I am not going to Boycott Strike King if they make lures in Costa Rica and one day need to have soft baits poured overseas in order to keep up with other companies (Not that I see that happening) but I know that Strike King Designs their lures and Test them, catch me fish, and are a good value for sure, and if they can save me some money to buy a few more lures than it's a win win for me, Strike King, The OEM, and the Retailer and any employees at that retailer. I also like to support local tackle shops and alway's buy a few things when I stop in to do my part as I know it is tough in that world these days and I miss the vibe of local shops, etc...I want to help the local bait shop stay alive more than anything, I could care less if he uses mostly Imports from China in Japanese packaging etc.... Globalization is a done deal, no point fighting wars that are Long Over, Walmart is not going anywhere, so let's support the Tackle Warehouse, Megastrike, Seibert, Power Team and all sponsers on this site and buy from them because they have good products and I am sure I have forgotten some. I think all specialty companies are the way to go for your favorite technique. I import plenty of lures from the Orient and from other areas of the globe, but I try to support niche and smaller companies since they provide innovation & better service imo.... 1
Super User tomustang Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 I have worked in the manufacturing sector in America for quite some time, from what I've seen the american workforce and quality has dropped to the point of not caring if my money is going to whatever country of origin the company belongs too. Quality is key, finding it abroad is easier than ashore. 2
Super User Catt Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 Y'all forgetting something? Who's making the components used in assembling these "American" made products? Doesn't Falcon Rods use Fuji guides & reel seats? Ya really wanna help buy from Bassresource sponsors! 5
lecisnith Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 Being a "patriotic American" also means supporting capitalism to it's core, which means free and open trade. Therefore restricting international trade wouldn't be very patriotic. I'm a big fan of Abu Garcia, Daiwa, and Rapala myself. I'm a super patriot. 3
WPCfishing Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 Most of the goods produced over seas that we buy are made by American owned companies. Buy what you like. Supporting the forum sponsor's was a good point made by Catt. 1
Super User HoosierHawgs Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 American Made is not the stamp of quality it used to be. The American made Ardents were junk, considering their price range. If you can give me a better value for my money by producing overseas, then so be it. That said there are companies (like Berkley) who produce a lot of products in the US that offer quality and value. So I do buy from them, but not because they have a USA sticker on them because words carry about the value of a haypenny. Quality of product is where the value is at. That's why a lot of us bt Japanese. In everything they produce, fishing stuff or not, the Japanese are known for their incredible attention to quality and detail. It is just a part of their culture, similar to how in their culture it is considered impolite to directly say no. Neither of those things are longer in our culture.
Logan S Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 I really don't give it much thought...Although my truck, boat, and outboard were all made in the USA and those are by far the biggest investments I've made in the world of bass fishing. Most of my rods are St. Croix's that were made in the USA. I didn't plan it that way but it's a nice bonus. I also use a lot of Zoom products. Also, if I add up the money I spend on gas, lodging, food, licenses, ramp fees, local tackle, etc, etc, in my travels up and down the east coast to fish tournaments every year...It comes out to a heck of a lot more than what I send to Japan to buy Megabass stuff....So I don't worry about it . Actually answering your question would go outside the realm and rules of the forum, as others have said . 1
Super User Raul Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 Rat L-Traps are as American as apple pie. 1
Super User Catt Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 Y'all funny! Your truck, boat, & outboard like your rods, reels, & tackle are assembled in America with foreign parts! 1
Super User Raul Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 Y'all funny! Your truck, boat, & outboard like your rods, reels, & tackle are assembled in America with foreign parts! Nope, your Chevy truck is made 30 Km from my hometown in Silao, GTO, Mexico. 1
Super User HoosierHawgs Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 Nope, your Chevy truck is made 30 Km from my hometown in Silao, GTO, Mexico. These days Toyota is assembled more here than true "American" cars are
Super User Raul Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 These days Toyota is assembled more here than true "American" cars are Purty soon Toyota is also going to be made here in GTO too. There´s aToyota truck plant in Texas, I can´t think about anything being more American than Texas. Of course Texas grew in size when it annexed the rest of the Union ( historians claim it was the other way around but it ain´t ). 1
John G Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 I am pretty sure that my GMC Sierra 2500HD was Made In USA with foreign and domestic parts. 1
Super User Catt Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 Pop the hood of any truck & I'll show you hundreds of parts not made in America! So is Ford, Dodge, or Chevy really American made?
John G Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 Pop the hood of any truck & I'll show you hundreds of parts not made in America! So is Ford, Dodge, or Chevy really American made? Not really.
Super User tomustang Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 More like north american made
Penguino Posted May 28, 2015 Posted May 28, 2015 Where are pflueger products made? China or Korea. I think most of Pure Fishing higher end gear is sourced in South Korea.
Super User HoosierHawgs Posted May 28, 2015 Super User Posted May 28, 2015 China or Korea. I think most of Pure Fishing higher end gear is sourced in South Korea.I actually think the quality of stuff out of Korea is quite great!
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