Along these same lines with PCRusty, my neighborhood has a reputation for cutting open my Jeep windows and helping themselves to my stuff. If I happen to leave a rod in there I'd rather it wouldn't be an expensive one. So, this warmwater angler isn't just cheap and frugal, I'm careful, too.
So far the neighbors have helped me get rid of a new CD/stereo and a pair of insulated overalls I needed for my construction job. And only for the price of replacing the plastic windows in the Jeep soft-top, and higher insurance rates! Thanks neighbors!!!
If I were a bit wealthier I'd buy a neighborhood, not fishing gear.


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There's almost nothin' wrong with the first lie, it's the weight of all the others holdin' it up that gets ya'! - Tim