Mississauga Boat and Sportsman Show

[captain2002]

I do feel that the shows should have more smaller manufacturers and reps, I did enjoy talking with Abu Garcia rep who answered all the questions I had about Reels, Line and Lures. The so called tackle vendors reminded me of the Ex when I was a kid.
As for buying, I bought what I had on my list, and worked within a budget I had set, I just cannot see myself getting upset if I see one of the lures I bought cheaper at Bass or Sail.
To be brutally honest, I was like a kid in candy store, having just got back into fishing after being away for a long time, a very long time and what I did buy was recommended my my fishing buddies, other than the Hangbelly lure from the small Canadian company.

Overall, yes there are too many shows close together, and the smaller venues...Miss., Hamilton, Niagara are more than likely the same vendors, manufacturers etc.

As I stated the TSS is off my list and if I want to go to one next year it most likely be Hamilton or Niagara.

Good news.... for once.......... wife came home with inexpected bonus, her company had never given one out in 30 years that she had been there. She agreed that I should have a second rod and reel, so now the hunt begins. Mind you she agreed possibly for herslf to use at the cottage in September, have to wait and see.......lol