Buying binge how do you control it? 2024
Fishin' Fool reply :
With the fishing season about to get started up here in Michigan I've been buying lures uncontrollably. I'm not spending the money that's for the mortgage or food or anything like that but I'm sure spending more than I should be. How do you all control yourselves when on a buying binge? In the last 24 hours I've bought 5 Red Eye shad, underspins from Ebay, my first Megabass jerbait (which is probably opening a whole other can of worms).
ib_of_the_damned reply :
Scarborough817 reply :
for me it's a battle of time if i hold onto something long enough while standing in a shop i think so do i really need this or am i just buying it because i want it. you need to wait for that impulse to pass and you make a decent decision
Yeajray231 reply :
It has to do with people's minds... The only thing that can help you is yourself. Not what anybody is about to say to you. The fact that you have extra money to spend is going to allow you to spend it as you want to... Some people can save... Some people are impulsive...
Sounds like you may be a little impulsive lol. I am too.
Step back and fish with what you have... Buy your kids something . Save for a vacation.
We need money for our necessities... Any extra is for our own enjoyment. If buying lures makes you happy then continue to buy !!
It sounds like you want to stop... So the simple answer is to just stop... It is that easy. Have a little self control. You don't cheat on your wife do you ? (Assuming you're married ) is there not many other beautiful woman you see every day?? Have you ever had the opportunity to cheat and didn't pursue? If so , You have self control.. just apply it to your money...
After all, there are alot of worse ways to spend your money than buying fishing lures... and you cant take the money with you to the grave. So. Good luck
cgolf reply :
Have your significant other limit your budget, works every time, unless your single then your screwed.
Yeajray231 reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 1:10 AM, cgolf said:Have your significant other limit your budget, works every time, unless your single then your screwed.
Lol if you're single maybe you should spend some time shopping at the grocery or mall instead of bass pro 
Fishin' Fool reply :
I think Ebay is the worst for me. Because you have the opportunity to find things significantly cheaper than in stores and no tax and free shipping a lot. I'd say this is my biggest downfall.
I think the psychology of getting a deal that is my problem.
Turtle135 reply :
This is a foolproof method for controlling that binge buying. Go to this website and just start throwing everything and anything you have ever wanted into your cart.
http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/
No, wait a minute, that seems to have the opposite effect to what was intended.
Yeajray231 reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 1:16 AM, Fishin' Fool said:I think Ebay is the worst for me. Because you have the opportunity to find things significantly cheaper than in stores and no tax and free shipping a lot. I'd say this is my biggest downfall.
Just close this thread haha. You're doomed bro ! 
Scarborough817 reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 1:18 AM, Turtle135 said:This is foolproof method for controlling that binge buying. Go to this website and just start throwing everything and anything you have ever wanted into your cart.
http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/
No, wait a minute, that seems to have the opposite effect to what was intended.
now that's bait monkey propaganda if i ever heard it
cgolf reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 1:13 AM, Yeajray231 said:
Lol if you're single maybe you should spend some time shopping at the grocery or mall instead of bass pro
They sell jerky, beefsticks and energy drinks so all good;)
RichF reply :
You'll control it when you run outta cash;)
Fishin' Fool reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 1:52 AM, RichF said:You'll control it when you run outta cash;)
That's what I'm afraid of 
Rudy523 reply :
I just keep buying and tell my grandson all these will be yours someday. I figure it's an investment and fun to.
king fisher reply :
Give up. The Bait Monkey will always win. Why fight it? You know the first time you don't buy a lure you want, your best friend will use that lure and catch fish every cast, while you get skunked. If he is a good friend, he will loan you the lure, then never let you forget it. Think about how will it feel to have the ten dollars in your pocket instead of the magic lure on you line? Don't worry, most of the time in a divorce the wife will try and get useless things like the house, car, jewelry, time share, and other things of no real value, but you will most likely be able to keep the priceless items like your rods, reals, and fishing lures.
Hawkeye21 reply :
I don't think I have a problem at all. Although I did just place an order on Dicks website for $50 of lures this morning. Whopper Ploppers are sale for $10. Two Ploppers and a few other things and I got to $50 real quick. Luckily I just got my tax refund back today.
bait__Monkey reply :
How do you all control yourselves when on a buying binge?
say What?
u jus gettin started. u cant just by 1 Megabass. how man 110s you got? we ned gets u at least a rainbow.
next, u forgot PopMax...u gotta hav a popper or 3
i'm her 2 hep...we ned 2 talk bout custom rods?
Fishin' Fool reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 2:29 AM, bait__Monkey said:How do you all control yourselves when on a buying binge?
say What?
u jus gettin started. u cant just by 1 Megabass. how man 110s you got? we ned gets u at least a rainbow.
next, u forgot PopMax...u gotta hav a popper or 3
i'm her 2 hep...we ned 2 talk bout custom rods?
This is Glenn isn't it? Trying to make us good people spend all our money. You can't fool me monkey.
MassYak85 reply :
Usually what i do is I make a cart of things I want, then after a few days I'll sit down with what I currently have and cross check it with the cart, and see if it is truly something that will fill a hole in my arsenal, or if I can get the job done with something I already have. I still splurge sometimes but it helps keep me grounded.
The hard part is when you come across a sale
Fishin' Fool reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 2:48 AM, MassYak85 said:Usually what i do is I make a cart of things I want, then after a few days I'll sit down with what I currently have and cross check it with the cart, and see if it is truly something that will fill a hole in my arsenal, or if I can get the job done with something I already have. I still splurge sometimes but it helps keep me grounded.
The hard part is when you come across a sale
Stay off of Ebay. Always a sale!
fishballer06 reply :
Go in your wifes closet and count all her shoes, purses and dresses. From there, determine who has the spending problem.
Spankey reply :
You can't take it with you on your way out of this world.
Catt reply :
As soon as you understand the #1 key to consistently catching bass is between your ears not between the folds of your wallet.
MichiganBass80 reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 12:48 AM, Fishin' Fool said:With the fishing season about to get started up here in Michigan I've been buying lures uncontrollably. I'm not spending the money that's for the mortgage or food or anything like that but I'm sure spending more than I should be. How do you all control yourselves when on a buying binge? In the last 24 hours I've bought 5 Red Eye shad, underspins from Ebay, my first Megabass jerbait (which is probably opening a whole other can of worms).
Getting started? Man it starts once ice is gone lol. Sadly though I just got this boot off of my broken foot so I haven't been out yet.
For me, there is no cure to binge spending. I stop when I feel like I have everything for the year and a few extras. I've been buying lures,rods, and reels, and then things for the boat. It's an addiction, but it's a fun one.
Dorado reply :
It's fun to do bad things :/ .........totally joking here. It's called a vice!
beardown34 reply :
1) get married
2) have kids
Repeat #2 (sometimes #1 too)
The well will go dry in no time
Senko lover reply :
The way I defend myself, I could be using the money for drugs...or smokes...or strippers...you choose, Mom and Dad 
In all seriousness, I guess I'm a pretty simple guy. I don't like buying things for myself that much. I have three rods and reels that I regularly take with me, and a couple other sticks. While they're nowhere near nice equipment, they serve me well. I've found the lures I like and I stock up on them when they run out. That's about it for me.
MichiganBass80 reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 5:39 AM, MichiganBass80 said:
Getting started? Man it starts once ice is gone lol. Sadly though I just got this boot off of my broken foot so I haven't been out yet.
For me, there is no cure to binge spending. I stop when I feel like I have everything for the year and a few extras. I've been buying lures,rods, and reels, and then things for the boat. It's an addiction, but it's a fun one.
I should add that probably 90-95% of the things I are also used by my dad. Buying for 2 people, I'd say I do pretty good each year with how much I buy.
Fishin' Fool reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 6:04 AM, beardown34 said:1) get married
2) have kids
Repeat #2 (sometimes #1 too)
The well will go dry in no time
Yep #1 done twice and #2 three times. Two kids in college. Maybe I'm trying to keep up with how much their spending.
crypt reply :
you only live once, enjoy the ride. if that's what makes you feal good, happy, whatever, enjoy it for all it's worth.I'm lucky my wife gives me the freedom to enjoy my vices.buying lures, rods,gear etc. is just a plus in my life.
eyedabassman reply :
You don't,just give into it!!!!!!!
A-Jay reply :
I have no clue - but whatever you do - DON'T buy a new Boat !
A-JayFetching info...
chadmack282 reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 6:46 AM, A-Jay said:I have no clue - but whatever you do - DON'T buy a new Boat !
A-JayFetching info...
Like a Beautiful new Lund !
Jaderose reply :
Meh.....I've reached the "maintain" phase. I buy to replace mostly now. I've probably got 10 times less than some guys got and 10 times more than I need. Doesn't mean I don't get suckered in sometimes but it happens rarely now.
EvanT123 reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 7:05 AM, Jaderose said:Meh.....I've reached the "maintain" phase. I buy to replace mostly now. I've probably got 10 times less than some guys got and 10 times more than I need. Doesn't mean I don't get suckered in sometimes but it happens rarely now.
Same here for me...with the amount of stuff I have accumulated over the past 6 years, I will be good for awhile. My new hobby is trying to grow my savings account in hopes that one day I can retire early become a snow bird and be healthy enough to fish everyday.
beardown34 reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 7:31 AM, EvanT123 said:Same here for me...with the amount of stuff I have accumulated over the past 6 years, I will be good for awhile. My new hobby is trying to grow my savings account in hopes that one day I can retire early become a snow bird and be healthy enough to fish everyday.
You get that responsible talking out of here right now!
frosty reply :
To control the bait monkey, I try to keep myself in a perpetual state of brokenness. No money's no wormies I find myself buying things because I'd like to try a new technique but I find myself just throwing a senko or a frog.
Fishin' Fool reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 8:31 AM, frosty said:To control the bait monkey, I try to keep myself in a perpetual state of brokenness. No money's no wormies
I'm right with you there I got all the stuff to be Neko fabulous or Rage rigging but I'll probably just fish senkos or a drop shot.
david in va reply :
A wise old man told me when I was a kid;
I was in the local country store, I had a quarter, big money back then. look at the candy and walked away from it, Mr. Pillow said , son you need money for a piece of candy, I said no sir I have a quarter.
He said Son if you have money in your pocket and don't buy what you want, you may as well have a pocket full of rocks. I took him at his word and have been happy every since.
Follow one rule NEVER use family money to just buy what you want.
I am going to buy me another BC
David
Edited by david in vaspelling
badgerboyng reply :
This thread is hilarious! But in all seriousness, here's what I do:
1) stick to a set budget for general lures and whatnot that you agree on with your wife. This is the money that you can spend without feeling guilty
2) if you want an expensive new rod, reel, or other substantially expensive item... It's okay to buy it. However! My rule is that if anything costs a substantial amount of money, I will write down what it is and why I want it. Then I'll give it three months or more, and then I'll re-read my reasoning and decide whether or not I still really want it. Believe me, it is sooo hard to wait a few months to make the purchase, but I can't tell you how many times I've changed my mind during that time. If you give it some time and still really want it, then by all means go buy it! No need to feel guilty about buying something that you've put a lot of thought into and that you know you will use.
3) If you still feel guilty or need to spend more money after the first 2 steps, then go out and do some side jobs to earn some extra cash! I used to detail clean cars for $80 a pop... so if I wanted a new rod, I could work hard to clean a few cars and then I'd be able to spend my money happily, knowing I earned it for myself. Everyone has a skill that they can use to make money on the side. My dad, for example, creates cool backyard decorations out of wooden pallets that he gets for free from work, and he sells it for some extra cash! Be creative!
Hope this helps!
Bluebasser86 reply :
I have no control. I have found that once you get to a certain point, you own most everything out there and slow down a bit, but it never stops.
Dave A reply :
I save money by making my own lures. I pour soft plastics, have almost every jig mold, paint cranks, buy hooks and skirt tabs and split rings in bulk and have started looking into making my own rods. Wait- what were we talking about?
Fishin' Fool reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 2:28 PM, Bluebasser86 said:I have no control. I have found that once you get to a certain point, you own most everything out there and slow down a bit, but it never stops.
I'm surprised that you didn't respond with "Did the wives send you?"
Bluebasser86 reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 7:14 PM, Fishin' Fool said:
I'm surprised that you didn't respond with "Did the wives send you?"
Mine is acutely aware of the fact that I have no control.
basseditor reply :
It's so pleasurable, I won't stop.
But now I don't open emails from tackle companies because I'll find a deal to good to pass up.
on a side note, I was at a gas station a few weeks ago that has a tackle section. They had my favorite lipless crankbaits, which have been discontinued (more like rebranded). I bought them all...41 baits at regular retail price. Watch for my eBay listings next winter. lol I think I'll at least double my money if what I saw last year on eBay continues.
Jaderose reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 7:39 PM, basseditor said:It's so pleasurable, I won't stop.
But now I don't open emails from tackle companies because I'll find a deal to good to pass up.
on a side note, I was at a gas station a few weeks ago that has a tackle section. They had my favorite lipless crankbaits, which have been discontinued (more like rebranded). I bought them all...41 baits at regular retail price. Watch for my eBay listings next winter. lol I think I'll at least double my money if what I saw last year on eBay continues.
Found a mess of Xcaliburs, huh! Good on you.
Darren. reply :
I have some control, then I lose it, then I get it back,
then I lose it again. Slowed down a bit on fishing gear
though, because these days it's all about power tools...
Milwaukee has become my best friend. Home Depot
knows me by name. At least I am FINALLY finishing
projects around the house. So I pay for tools and do
the work myself rather than pay a carpenter waaaay
more to do the work...and have no tools to play with
afterward!
So right now I'm suffering from a Tool Monkey attack.
Bruce424 reply :
All i can say is ebay can be your best friend and worst enemy at the same time.
Master Bait'r reply :
I see no problem here.
The family is endlessly fortunate that you didn't find Megabass until the kids were out of the house, though.
Fishin' Fool reply :
I just went to Field & Stream and bought another Megabass Oneten+1 sexy french pearl. It's beautiful! I'm past help.
Fishin' Fool reply :
In my defense TW is out of that color until mid June
JaxBasser reply :
It's always the sales that get me.
I'm still trying to stay away from that buy one Powell Max 3d or Inferno and get a free Diesel deal. I already have 3 really good rods that aren't in my rotation that just sit yet it's still hard for me to pass that deal up lol.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 11:03 PM, Fishin' Fool said:In my defense TW is out of that color until mid June
I'd give that rationalization a 6/10, not even close to wifeworthy. Better work on that ?
CTBassin860 reply :
I walked into BPS yesterday and was in there for a mere 20 minutes.I left with ONE PACK of PB&J Rage Craws.I simply did not need anything else.
the reel ess reply :
I've never been one to make impulsive decisions with money. I looked for a truck for a year and a half before I finally found the one I both wanted and could afford. Just going down to the local Chevy dealer and buying what they had would have cost me $8K more.
NorcalBassin reply :
Differentiating want from need. That being said, I have been known to confuse those words during 20% off sales.
Yeajray231 reply :
@Darren. Milwaukee is my favorite too from box cutters to hackzall, I have many brands of miscellaneous . Porter cable , Stanley , Bosch , Hitachi , DeWalt , kobalt and Ridgid. But my favorite is definitely Milwaukee !
Their multi tool is the most versatile tool I own and we use it everyday. You can change the blades for just about anything. Mostly plunge cuts under door jams, also drywall , or PVC pipe.
Btw . Not all Carpenters over charge ! We only charge labor and make no money on materials. Example; your labor bid would be the same whether the material was $1sq foot or 12.
You pick it we stick it !
But If you can do most your upgrades or replacements yourself then more power to ya ! Those Milwaukee tools take a beating and get it done ! Mine have paid for themselves.
This is a much bigger monkey than the bait monkey (for me )
RoLo reply :
There is no known cure for stockpiling angling tackle.
Just so you know, if your buying stops you're out of the club! 
Roger
Fishin' Fool reply :
On 4/23/2017 at 12:00 AM, RoLo said:There is no known cure for stockpiling angling tackle.
Just so you know, if your buying stops, you're out of the club!
Roger
I'm just hoping to hit the jackpot like my fishing partner. He has over 300 Xcalibur XR50's new in a box. He figures his collection is worth about $6,000. Of course he'll never sell it.
Darren. reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 11:59 PM, Yeajray231 said:@Darren. Milwaukee is my favorite too from box cutters to hackzall, I have many brands of miscellaneous . Porter cable , Stanley , Bosch , Hitachi , DeWalt , kobalt and Ridgid. But my favorite is definitely Milwaukee !
Their multi tool is the most versatile tool I own and we use it everyday. You can change the blades for just about anything. Mostly plunge cuts under door jams, also drywall , or PVC pipe.
Btw . Not all Carpenters over charge ! We only charge labor and make no money on materials. Example; your labor bid would be the same whether the material was $1sq foot or 12.
You pick it we stick it !
But If you can do most your upgrades or replacements yourself then more power to ya ! Those Milwaukee tools take a beating and get it done ! Mine have paid for themselves.
This is a much bigger monkey than the bait monkey (for me )
I'm just glad they don't make fishing equipment!!
I'm in love with the M12 lineup. Got the brushless
impact, hammer drill. Multi tool, hackzall, circ saw,
and my pride and joy: 18v 10" miter saw...oh my.
I only wish they had an 18v chainsaw...
DogBone_384 reply :
Funny how Milwaulkee got in this thread. I bought Their power tools because everyone else on job sites I worked had Dewalt. Turns out they're great tools.
I use M12 batteries to power my kayak's Lowrance fish finder. I get about a day and a half from a M12 XL battery.
As far as keeping from binge buying. Come to Massachusetts .... we don't call it TAXACHUSETTS for nothing. That and our daughter starts college next year ?.
Darren. reply :
On 4/23/2017 at 12:57 AM, DogBone_384 said:Funny how Milwaulkee got in this thread. I bought Their power tools because everyone else on job sites I worked had Dewalt. Turns out they're great tools.
I use M12 batteries to power my kayak's Lowrance fish finder. I get about a day and a half from a M12 XL battery.
As far as keeping from binge buying. Come to Massachusetts .... we don't call it TAXACHUSETTS for nothing. That and our daughter starts college next year ?.
I powered my yak fish finder with a Makita battery.
They work great, compact.
I don't tend to binge buy fishing gear, well, not true
if you define binge as a bunch of stuff in one outing.
it is the single buy of a rod I don't really need, or a
reel I don't really need but can't pass on the price.
My wife knows of my buying issues. She says I'm a
marketer's dream.
DogBone_384 reply :
Issues!?!?!?! I have the lifetime subscription!
MobyGrape reply :
When it's my time to depart i'm having all my fishing equipment buried with me.
Let's have a contest in this forum: He who dies with the most toys wins.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
Thanks God not my job to control it. It is my wife job.
Oklahoma Mike reply :
Control it?
HAAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAHAAHAAHAHAA!
No.
basseditor reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 8:09 PM, Jaderose said:
Found a mess of Xcaliburs, huh! Good on you.
They are all listed on eBay now.
On 4/23/2017 at 12:29 AM, Fishin' Fool said:
I'm just hoping to hit the jackpot like my fishing partner. He has over 300 Xcalibur XR50's new in a box. He figures his collection is worth about $6,000. Of course he'll never sell it.
I listed close to 50 new ones on eBay over the weekend.
RMax reply :
I don't...
Columbia Craw reply :
Shock collar.
NYWayfarer reply :
My wife keeps me in check. I married an accountant for a reason.
I am reasonable when it comes spending on most everything but fishing gear. I use the old, "do I want this or need this?" method of controlling my purchases. Problem with fishing is I always seem to be able to find a way to justify "needing" a new rod, reel or lure.
NHBull reply :
Charge it to your wife's credit card......proble, solved
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
On 4/25/2017 at 10:16 PM, Finesse Wayfarer said:My wife keeps me in check. I married an accountant for a reason.
I am reasonable when it comes spending on most everything but fishing gear. I use the old, "do I want this or need this?" method of controlling my purchases. Problem with fishing is I always seem to be able to find a way to justify "needing" a new rod, reel or lure.
Great mind think alike,huh? When I told my wife I wanna buy some fishing gears, she always say "do you need it or want it?" that make me think for just a bit. like right now I have cart ful of fishing stuffs on Amazon and TW, just waiting for the right moment lol.
CaliBassRipper reply :
I sell the stuff i bought i dont use and use that money to get new toys il sell later lol endless perfect cycle and the women dont get mad.
Scarborough817 reply :
well i talk a good game but the monkey just got me. talked me into an s-waver and a whopper plopper
Fishin' Fool reply :
On 4/26/2017 at 1:02 AM, Scarborough817 said:well i talk a good game but the monkey just got me. talked me into an s-waver and a whopper plopper
I've bought both of those recently too.
Mumbly reply :
On 4/22/2017 at 11:27 PM, MassBassin508 said:I walked into BPS yesterday and was in there for a mere 20 minutes.I left with ONE PACK of PB&J Rage Craws.I simply did not need anything else.
20mins?? There has to be some sort of secret to that.
CTBassin860 reply :
On 4/26/2017 at 12:28 PM, Mumbly said:
20mins?? There has to be some sort of secret to that.
The secret is spending hours and hours in that store.It helps when you have the layout of the fishing section memorized!
Mumbly reply :
On 4/27/2017 at 3:49 AM, MassBassin508 said:The secret is spending hours and hours in that store.It helps when you have the layout of the fishing section memorized!
Man, I could spend years in a store reading the fine print on every package and still not be able to drag myself out of there.
I envy your self control. 
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