Here we are in the middle of the bass fishing and stores just do no keep up inventory on popular lures. At least the ones popular with me. I am so frustrated with Gander and SW. They are frequently out of a color or model that seems to work best. Case in point. Floating black frogs. Either Ribbit or Seizmic Toad. Those things are rockin on my lake yet I cannot find any to buy. Rapalas are another item that rarely get restocked. Venting feels good.
It is frustrating. Most of the stores have wrapped up their orders for the summer season and are now gearing up for the hardwater season. It won’t be too long and you’ll be seeing ice houses where the trolling motors used to be.
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It is frustrating. Most of the stores have wrapped up their orders for the summer season and are now gearing up for the hardwater season. It won’t be too long and you’ll be seeing ice houses where the trolling motors used to be.
sure get me all excited already! my budddy just pointed out today we have hunting seasnons still before the hard water is here.
I try to shop on wens or thurs thinking its in the middle of the week, giving the store time to catch up from the weekend. I think it helps
That’s why I shop on-line. 
I haven’t been in a Gander in atleast 3 years, but I doubt much has changed. 
i hate to be the the bearer of bad news but it is going to continue like that forever. next time your out and somthing works go directly to the store you bought them at and clear them out!!!!!
i have had the same problem as you.
Suzuki- I used to be a manufacturers rep in the outdoor buisness for 12 years (before kids) these retailers you are talking about buy most of their inventory a year in advance. When buying for the new season they need to take current invetory, weather trends, water levels etc….. into consideration. Most of the better retailers will be able to find what you are looking for. Plan ahead, be sure that if your local store doesn’t have what you are looking for they can more than likely find it from the stores in Iowa, (Sorry guys, just a joke, I was trying to make a point). Hang in there Suzuki. Just plan ahead.
John
usually gander can get the product from another store in a couple of days.
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