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Self isolation purchases (137 posts / 13,905 views)
Clobersauraus Clobersauraus
Posts: 799
Post #1 30 Mar 2020 19:42
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Is any one else just browsing through various fishing tackle websites and purchasing unnecessary tackle....

I done it last night whilst the missus was watching something or other on Netflix... Just realised I've spent 70 of the queens finest on items I didn't really want or need....

I have a bad habit on clicking on sale / clearance sections and adding bits to my basket....my particular Achilles heel is hooks, I've got more hooks than the local tackle shop...I always pick up a pack or two with every purchase whether that be on line in in person in an actual shop...
Daveb36 Daveb36
Posts: 312
Post #2 30 Mar 2020 19:58
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Corona boredom is fast overtaking drunken bidding

CarpHippy
Posts: 220
Post #3 30 Mar 2020 20:31
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In reply to Post #1
Just done 250 on lead moulds lead and coatings.
But like my jig heads I'll make to sell.

As me and my mrs cant open our shop atm and I cant fish I need something to do. So it will be leads r us now until i can do other stuff.
NickGordon NickGordon
Posts: 3,121
Post #4 30 Mar 2020 21:52
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In reply to Post #1
More camouflage netting to keep my bivvy hidden when I can go out again.
Innocenti Innocenti
Posts: 519
Post #5 30 Mar 2020 23:57
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In reply to Post #1
New Grey's Specialist float rod,matched with a new reel.
New jacket and bib n brace..Bargain of the century so I couldn't refuse.
New MCF marker float. Some hooks and bits.
Boredom can be expensive
Hitman Hitman
Posts: 9,171
Post #6 31 Mar 2020 09:12
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I purchased some conduit to make some marker poles 👍

Turned out really well I think
Tinhead Tinhead
Posts: 17,089
Post #7 31 Mar 2020 11:10
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In reply to Post #6
Sounds interesting got any details
Hitman Hitman
Posts: 9,171
Post #8 31 Mar 2020 12:33
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In reply to Post #7
When I work out how to post up pictures from my iPhone I'll post on here with a brief description 👍
lilharbs lilharbs
Posts: 1,630
Post #9 31 Mar 2020 14:54
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Have brought a set of Torrix TE off the classifieds here, will have 2 sets of rods to sell once everyone comes out of hibernation though 😄
The_Saint The_Saint
Posts: 2,072
Post #10 31 Mar 2020 14:57
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In reply to Post #9
What rods you selling mate, or might be selling?
Rabs
Posts: 132
Post #11 31 Mar 2020 15:30
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It might just be me but I find it pretty selfish buying non essential stuff at this present time.
The people who get this stuff to your door most likely are putting themselves at a high risk of infection. Most probably don't won't to be out there working let alone handling more then they need to, postal workers, delivery drivers, warehouse staff etc.
I personally think only essential items should be possessed until this **** storm is under control.
Just my thoughts.
framey framey
Posts: 5,319
Post #12 31 Mar 2020 15:36
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I need to buy a vehicle so I can get around And get a new job but I don't want to buy one Until I get a job lol
Not sure if it would count as essential travel to buy one or not lol
mark1009
Posts: 4,738
Post #13 31 Mar 2020 15:45
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In reply to Post #12
With so many people desperate for money in the near future I'm sure there will be a glut of second hand vehicles up for sale. Along with everything else people think they can live without. Sad but true.
Rigsbin Rigsbin
Posts: 130
Post #14 31 Mar 2020 15:57
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In reply to Post #11
I get what you're saying, but who can determine what is essential and what isn't? The outfit that someone buys to go out, well they won't be going out but it may just boost their self esteem a bit trying it on sharing pics etc. The games that parents buy to keep the kids happy for a day may just save them from despair. Something that may seem non-essential to you could be supporting someones well-being. Also, many businesses will need to keep ticking over just to survive when we eventually get back to normal.
NemesisWitch NemesisWitch
Posts: 1,423
Post #15 31 Mar 2020 15:59
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In reply to Post #13
Just think, the price of old bottles of Nouvelle Fizz might collapse... The impacts on society are frightening.
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