Like the old song says (sort of ) Build your own
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Neville Gosling Sent: Thursday, September 15, 2005 11:32 AM To: [email protected] Subject: [VFB] Cconfirmed News re Abel Reels & Thomas & Thomas Folks: I think a lot of people are "jumping the gun" and speculating that the entire production will be moved offshore. My guess, and its only a guess, is that lower end items will be made offshore while the top end will remain "made in USA". Even Winston is considering moving its lower end "Ibis" range offshore, much to Glenn Bracket's consternation. I don't see this affecting the pro-staff, in fact, it may be beneficial. Let's face it, G.Loomis is owned by Shimano. Reddington rods (now owned by Sage) are produced in Korea. It's becoming a question of competition and survival. Hardy markets the Greys line of rods made offshore. Neville (Nev) Gosling Greater Vancouver, B.C. Canada -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of rob poutre Sent: Thursday, September 15, 2005 8:03 AM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: [VFB] Unconfirmed News re Abel Reels & Thomas & Thomas I agree with Deb on this. I also wonder if I get to keep my Guide status with T&T (or this new company). I've been fighting for them aginst Sage in a Sage dominated market here in Colorado and on the Juan since 1995. One can only hope. Rob P.
