Hi Folks,
Oh boy! I just gathered up all of my fishing reels and rods last night and am about to start on my annual “spring tune up”. No, it’s not spring here yet, but in a few weeks it will be warming in Florida and Texas and other areas that hold some BIG bass. Okeechobee, Lake Fork, and some other prime areas will be calling none too soon. Time to get the boat polished, the engine tuned, trailer gone over, and all the “weapons” in perfect working order.
Every year I do this it seems the number of rods and reels multiply substantially. I know I didn’t add that much last year. It just “happens”. And I don’t know how. This is the time of year my wife of 44 years starts to question just how many fishing outfits one person needs. Not to be caught too far off guard, I quickly point out need is not the sole criteria here (I’ve yet to come up with just what is), just as it is not necessarily the sole criteria for women purchasing shoes. As you might guess, I am now on very “thin ice” with my bride.
But let’s be honest here, just how many pair of shoes does one woman need? Long, long ago our small closet was taken over by a rainbow of colorful ladies shoes of various models and purpose. They are on the floor, on the shelves, on top of the upper deck….everywhere. Maybe I’m the only guy wondering about this phenomenon, but I doubt it. Some of my buddies have cautiously eluded to similar confusion, but only very quietly and only after they are sure the person they confide in is to be trusted. My take: women are very sensitive about their shoes….very, very sensitive.
Oops, I’m getting off track here. Rods and reels. Right. Every year I bring all my gear into the family room, turn on the television, tune to a football game (this weekend there are the NFC and AFC playoffs – perfect!), and start cleaning, lubing, polishing, and putting new line on all of my reels. I clean the cork on my rods, check the guides and inserts, make sure the reel seat is Ok, and generally do all I can to make sure I’m ready to bolt out the door on less than 30 seconds notice whenever my buddies call about a trip.
Back to the shoes. Does anyone know why women need so many pairs of shoes? I honestly think my bride has more shoes than she has dresses to match them to. Imelda Marcos of Indiana. Pointy toes, flat toes, no toes, high tops, low tops, sandals, flip flops, loafers, high heels, low heels, no heels. Wow, I never realized just how extensive of a “collection” was setting there in the closet. I swear there are shoes in boxes that have never been worn. Perhaps we have identified a key psychological weakness here. But she’s such a great wife!
Then there are the purses. I’ll bet she has………………………..
OK, I’m back. I have been told I am way off track, way out of line, and need to stick to business. Who knew Dixie could read from that far away? Anyway, we have some great information for you in this newsletter and are bringing the “Free G. Loomis Hat” deal back as well. We hope you are all doing great and ready for another fabulous year of fishing enjoyment and memories. I know we are.
Tight Lines,
Tom Ashby
The G. LOOMIS FREE HAT DEAL is BACK………….
About two years ago we offered a FREE G. LOOMIS HAT / CAP with the purchase of ANY G. Loomis rod. It was a great deal and a great way to get a Genuine $20 G. Loomis hat when you bought a rod. Until we ran out of hats! Well, we have Lots of Genuine G. Loomis Hats now, so we’re offering Free G. Loomis Hats Again when you purchase ANY Loomis rod. Buy a Loomis rod, get a Free G. Loomis Hat. Buy 2 Loomis rods, get two Free G. Loomis Hats. Buy 3 Loomis rods, get 3 Free G. Loomis Hats. Well, you get the idea.
So this deal is Very Simple. Just order any G. Loomis rod and we’ll throw in a Genuine G. Loomis hat no charge. Model will be our choice. Be sure to check your rod shipping tube carefully as we carefully roll these hats up around your new rod and at times the rod comes out leaving the hat in the tube. So, check carefully so you don’t end up throwing the hat away with the tube.
For how long? Right now through February as long as we don’t run out of hats again. We have about 500 that we will be using for this offer and will not be able to accommodate requests for a specific model. But, you will like the hat you get! Just let us surprise you.
This free hat offer does not apply to Ebay items.
Just a reminder that G. Loomis rods ship FREE to any USA address including Hawaii, Alaska, APO, FPO addresses. We’ve had this deal for quite some time, but with the recent 6% plus increases in FedEx and UPS we’re not sure how much longer we can offer this. With our Free Shipping you also get an extra-heavy rod tube that usually can be reused. You’re easily saving over $20 on shipping. Many “Big Boxes” – you know who we mean – charge closer to $30 for shipping a 7′ rod. Add the free hat deal above and we’re talking a $50 Savings Here!
Better yet, we ship your rod the same day your order is received via FedEx Insured or USPS Priority Insured and email you a tracking number immediately. Now come one, who else loves you this much?
Right now we have EVERY current model G. Loomis rod In Stock. And it’s almost spring, and you know your wife has more shoes than you do rods, so go ahead and get that new rod and be ready for those hungry fish when they start feeling the sun’s warm rays.
SPRING TUNE-UP IDEAS……………
Ardent: How could we start anyplace else? Ardent makes some wonderful products that are simply “must haves” at this time of year. The best deal we have seen is the Ardent Reel Kleen Cleaning Kit ($19.99) or Ardent Saltwater Reel Kleen Cleaning Kit ($29.99) You get everything you need to clean and lube those reels. Cleaner, Oil, Grease, brush, screwdriver, etc. All in a nice stowable plastic case.
New this year is the Reel Kleen Professional Parts Cleaning System for those of you who do some major maintenance. This little kit is perfect for cleaning reel parts so you can give them a better inspection. This sells for $29.99 and is well worth the investment. Includes a parts tub, wire basket, 8 oz of Reel Kleen Cleaner, a cloth and brush.
Ardent oils, grease, cleaners, lubes, and corrosion inhibitor are all available separately as well. Just search our web site under the search word Ardent to see the entire select or simply click here.
Sunline: Those of you who have been subscribed to our newsletter very long already know how we feel about the Sunline fishing line products. In our mind there just isn’t anything that is equal. We love the Sunline Super FC Sniper fluorocarbon line for it’s unusual softness yet high strength and durability. The Super Natural monofilament line is far better than any other we have found. The Metan fluoro lines still amaze us as they disappear when in the water. Add the Defier mono that cast a mile and the Machine Gun Cast mono and you have one of the most complete and technical selection of lines in the world.
And starting in late 2009 we, and Sunline, added a complete assortment of saltwater lines and leaders. Rock Spirit for rockfish, grouper, etc., Sterling II for trout and salmon, and Siglon F non-fading colored mono. Leaders? Boy, we have them now! System Leader FC100 for super PE lines, System Shock Leader, Big Game Shock Leader, and Taper Shock Leader Nylon. All wonderful and All In Stock.
Our Custom 40 Rod Rack w/G. Loomis Stickers: Once you have everything ready to go get organized! Better yet, Stay Organized!
This ALL WOOD Rod Rack is ours alone. ALL WOOD (no laminates or particle board here), rotating, and able to accommodate 40 rods or about 20 combos. We even include 2 G. Loomis decals so you can “customize” it. How good are these? Well, we use them here in the store in our showroom. These All Wood Rod Racks look GREAT, work perfectly, and will Last Generations. At $159.99 which includes 2 – G. Loomis decals they are no doubt one of the best rod rack deals ever.
Stick Jacket: Speaking of organization, here’s something that is practical and a “must have” for all of my “organized better than I will ever be” friends and customers. The first thing your Stick Jacket does is protect that expensive rod better than anything we have ever seen. But to those who thrive on being well organized, think about this: These come in 8 colors. So, you can have your crankbait rods in one color Stick Jacket, your spin jig rods in a different color, your jig & worm rods in a different color…Get the picture? I’m not this organized so I just use Stick Jackets to protect my rods. With the top brass eye that comes on every Stick Jacket I can also hang them from cup hooks in the garage since my two rod racks (above) are full! Yes, my wife is VERY aware of this…..
NEW PRODUCTS…………..
Man, I really want to tell you about some new stuff that we have in the pipeline. But, it’s not here in stock so I’m biting my tongue until our next newsletter. I mean, we have some great stuff coming in. You will be so excited. I know I can’t wait. There are at least 3 new lines that for now no one else really has here in the USA.
Hey, be sure you’re signed up for the newsletter and our mailing list. This is the only way you’ll be the first to get the news. Pass this on to your pals and be sure they sign up as well. You know from past experience how great our deals are when we have them and how short they last. Sign up here NOW or just email us at [email protected] with the word “Newsletter” in the subject.
COME SEE US AT THE INDIANAPOLIS BOAT, SPORT, and TRAVEL SHOW………..
For the first time American Legacy Fishing Company will be exhibiting at the upcoming Indianapolis Boat, Sport, and Travel Show held February 19 through 28, 2010 at the Indiana State Fair Grounds, 1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana. We plan to have a large exhibit where you can meet our pros and see some of our great product lines. We certainly hope we will see you there. If you need ticket or additional information just click on this link:
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