American Legacy Fishing Company
NEWS FLASH – May 10, 2009
Our “Combo Special”, Loomis Blanks, ….and some other thoughts.
Hi Friends,
Perhaps it’s just my impatience, but it seems like Spring just isn’t getting here yet in Southern Indiana! Today the high may reach 60 degrees (F) and there are thunderstorms and wind. Somehow I thought Spring was warm breezes, bright flowers, blue skies, and fish bitting like crazy. Isn’t it all about yard work, birds chirping, morel hunting, and such? Frankly, I haven’t even seen one snake yet this year! Not that THAT upsets me, but it’s a sure sign of Spring.
Given the weather’s reluctance to confirm that it is indeed May, we still have come up with a great offer this month. We’re offering a 10% discount on any combo (rod and reel) bought this month from May 10 till May 31st. See all of the details below.
Already this month has been one of good and bad news. G. Loomis has confirmed that they will no longer offer rod builders blanks in 2010. We have a copy of that news release below along with (surprise) our thoughts. We finally, and I mean finally, got some of our Evergreen International rods in from Japan. I’ve already had to slap Paul and Adam’s hot little hands to make sure one or two of these didn’t make it out to our closest lake! Again, some details below.
Otherwise, business in April was, simply put, AWESOME! We have been blessed with great customers as well as suppliers who make life interesting and lots of fun. With great support from Loomis, Shimano, Stick Jacket, BogaGrip, and all of our other suppliers we have been able to meet your needs for the finest fishing tackle in the world. We truly do appreciate everyone’s support and trust.
Be sure you take time to read the entire newsletter. Lot’s of info and “good stuff” is included!
Tight Lines,
Tom Ashby
Limited 2 WEEK Rod & Reel Combo Deal…Save 10%
We were sitting around the other evening tossing ideas around as to how we could recognize customers who buy complete outfits from us, which happens very often. What we came up with was a SPECIAL 10% OFF the Complete Purchase Price for any COMBO of a rod and reel you buy. Simple, huh? Here’s how it will work:
First, our software just doesn’t understand the concept of “combo”, so we need to let everyone know right up front that you’re going to have to either call us, e-mail us, or fax us so we can get the discount applied to your order. Our web site software will not do this automatically.
This discount applies to a COMBO which is defined as a rod and a reel (and some Sunline if you like) all purchased at the same time. It does not apply to orders placed before May 10 or after May 31, 2009. It does not apply to Trade-Ins, Any EBay Items, Shipping Costs, Customs or Duties, or Used Rods and Reels. Just NEW rods and reels (and Sunline).
There is NO LIMIT on how many combos you can get 10% off on, but there must be the same number of rods and reels (and spools of Sunline) when the discount is applied. NO other discounts are combinable with this special (i.e. our $50 off $200 special). You can, however, use gift cards for this special.
Right now we have a wonderful stock of Rods and Reels from G. Loomis, Shimano, Daiwa, Megabass, and (new this month) Evergreen. Just give us all call or drop us an e-mail for a stock check or a quote. We’re here to help!
EVERGREEN INTERNATIONAL Rods Arrive (finally)………..WOW! WOW! WOW!!
About 6 months ago we placed an order for Evergreen International rods with their Japanese manufacturer. Well guess what? They’re here! We have about 25 numbers of both Casting and Spinning rods from this Japanese Boutique rod manufacturer. And folks, let me tell you right now, these rods are gorgeous!
Almost all have Fuji SiC Titanium Frame guides, premium reel seats, beautiful aesthetics, and great performance. They really are one of the “new generation” rods coming out of Japan these days.
Take a look at the entire assortment on our web site. We took these on as a leap of faith, so right now we don’t have any more on order. If you know about Evergreen rods or have always wanted to try them NOW IS THE TIME!
G. LOOMIS TO DISCONTINUE OFFERING ANY ROD BLANKS in 2010………………
As big as the recreational fishing industry is, we’re always amazed at just how “small” it is as well. We’ve heard rumors about Loomis discontinuing blanks for almost a year, but never got a solid “yes” or “no” whether this was indeed true. We now have a very firm “YES”.
Beginning in 2010 G. Loomis will no longer sell blanks. We aren’t sure how they will handle the warranty on the tens of thousand blanks that are already out there on the lakes, streams, oceans, etc., but they won’t be making them any more. Here’s the OFFICIAL news release from G. Loomis’ Bruce Holt, Executive Director of Loomis:
WOODLAND, Wash. USA – 4/09 — Allowing it to focus its staff and manufacturing facilities on its globally expanding finished fishing rod business, G.Loomis has decided to exit custom rod blank production by the end of 2009, announces Bruce Holt, executive director at G.Loomis.
“This is a very difficult decision for all of us here at G.Loomis, especially since making custom rod blanks for steelhead anglers was how we got our start as a fishing tackle company back in the ’80’s,” Holt said. “While we realize there’s an avid following among custom rod makers for our blanks, the growth we’ve experienced on a worldwide basis for our finished rods – and especially our fly rods with both fly tackle dealers in the U.S. and abroad – makes this the right decision and direction for our business success in the future.”
Making this announcement now allows our current rod blank customers plenty of lead-time to adjust inventories and make plans for their 2010 business in terms of yearly catalog and web site changes, Holt notes.
During this slowdown in the economy, Holt notes that G.Loomis has reinvested in quality training and production upgrades at its Woodland, Wash. facility, and will continue to strive for improvements in all areas of the company. “Our production plans include manufacturing custom rod blanks through the end of 2009, and then our complete focus will be on finished rods,” said Holt. “Our efforts at the plant over the past few months and this decision to exit the custom blank business prepares us well for when the global economy rebounds.”
Our take (and you knew there would be one) is that demand for the G. Loomis finished rods is so great that it really doesn’t make a lot of sense to offer blanks when they can barely keep up with finished rod demand. Are we unhappy? No, not really. Think about this: Almost ALL Premium and Super Premium rod manufacturers don’t offer blanks. You can’t buy blanks from Shimano, Daiwa, Megabass, Evergreen, Jackall, and many more. And we still think that Loomis rods, dollar for dollar, the the WORLD’S BEST FISHING RODS. So why should they be any different?
We DO have a wonderful stock of blanks and will continue to build our inventory as the cut-off approaches, but when they’re gone, they’re gone. But until that “magical” 2010 cut-off, we’ll be right at the top supporting every customer we can with whatever blanks they need.
ABOUT THAT “TERRORIZED” PARACHUTIST……….
I know this has nothing to do with fishing, but as your editor and chief of this newsletter I guess I have some “editorial license” and this is my one time to use it.
Well, that crazy man is my older brother, John Benjamin Ashby right after his 72nd birthday. Although I always tell him I’m younger and better looking, I have to admit that he has all the “balls” in this family, especially after this stunt!
Now you have to know the complete story here. John is absolutely a “nervous Nelly” when it comes to any flying. As a matter of fact, his wife of 50 years, Judy, will not even travel on the SAME AIRPLANE WITH HIM he is so bad. So you can imagine just how surprised the entire family was when we received these pictures! John? Parachuting? Absolutely NO WAY!
Yes, he did do this. And folks, I am so proud of my brother. I love him and this just shows everyone why he’s my hero. Older? Yes. In better shape than me? Yes. Better Looking? Reluctantly, yes. But I CAN out-fish him!
So to my dear brother John I raise my glass and say “Well done, Bro. Very well done!”
Reach-Throw-Row-Go………..
Reach-throw-row-go is a method of rescuing a person who falls overboard or an angler or swimmer in trouble.
The first safety step is to REACH out with an oar, tree limb or other long object if the person is close to you. If you can’t reach the person, THROW them a life-saving device. This can be a boat cushion or ring. Tie it to the end of a line so that it helps you pull the person to safety. If a cushion or ring isn’t available, throw in anything that floats: plastic coolers, ski belts or even beach balls can be used in an emergency. If there is nothing to throw, ROW a boat to the person in trouble. Ideally, take someone else with you to help pull the person out of the water. The person should be pulled in over the stern, or back, of the boat. If the boat has a motor, shut it off before you attempt any water rescue. Don’t let the person try to climb in over the side of a small boat, it can tip the boat over. Instead, pull the victim over the stern, or back, of the boat. If the boat is small, you can also have the victim hang onto the gunwales, and tow him to shore. Swim out to save the person in trouble ONLY as a last resort and ONLY if you are an experienced lifeguard or have had life-saving training. Going into the water after someone is in trouble is dangerous. People who are drowning often panic and injure or even drown someone trying to rescue them. Going quickly for help is often the best choice.Courtesy of the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) which conducts the “Take Me Fishing” Program
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