Tradenstuff.com

[Wild One]

I'm all about supporting the sponsors here, but in my current situation, I'm also all about saving as much $ as possible. Found this site and they've got some good deals. Site looks a little "iffy" but I verified model numbers on some rods and they seem to match up (not that that means much). Anyone have any experience here.

http://www.tradenstuff.com/GearList.htm

[flyandtie]

Never seen it before,,,The site looks like a 2 year old designed it though.

[perch]

No experience with them "BUT" watch the prices offered there.
Some of them seem high.
Having been destitute a while back I still have an affinity for saving a buck too. I have seen most of that Orvis gear go for much less.

[Bugsy]

I've looked at that site on occasion. Yes, there are some quality goods listed there. However, there are two issues that have prevented me from doing any more than merely browse: lack of detailed descriptions/photos and the absence of any buyer testimonials/feedback.

IMO, transactions with a fellow FAOL member would be more satisfying overall. Here you can get detailed descriptions, and often photos as well, from a regular contributor. I also think the offerings listed on FAOL are the better deal $wise. For the prices posted, it seems that the owner of the referenced site could do a little better than offer a make/model name, price, and a single-word description of its condition.

[John 3:16]

I've delt with the sight and it was less than desirable. That's all I'll say to keep from running anyone down. I did get my money back in the end.

[Chad]

I purchased a rod from that site and was very pleased. I would buy from him again. With regards to the lack of info on the goods. I would reccomend sending an e-mail if you nneded more info. I too had a couple of questions, and sent an e-mail, it was answered right away.

[n2permit]

I've purchased a couple of rods from Dave, and have been more than satisfied. The prices were fair and the service good. What I liked was his willingness to take trades.

[Joe Valencic]

I also found prices were a tad high from what I can get at my local fly shop. Not outrageous, but in some cases above MSRP.

Joe

[quillg]

I emailed Dave about getting some pics of a rod, he sent them that night. Sent him a payment thru paypal and had the rod 3 days later. Prices were fair.

Someone else mentioned his willingness to take trades....well I tried to trade a slightly used sage SLT for an older sage model and he didn't go for it. So I sold it outright to pay for the rod.