doughboysigep

...and boy am I whipped. 3 hour drive and 8 hours at the Outdoor Show and then 5.5 hrs at Cabelas and then a visit to Gander Mt. for kicks the next day. I really like the Outdoor Show. Always find something to pick up (got some neat stuff and many things I probably didn't need). Didn't find as many deals as I was hoping for, but still fun and interesting (wish they would turn the heat down!). my 3rd time to Cabelas (2nd in PA). got there at 8 am sharp and boy was it nice to have the place "to myself" for a bit. Again, spent too much. However, I am suprised at the stuff I couldn't get (sight paint, some bow supplies, and a couple other things) and the lack of selection in certain products (bow peep sights, some fishing stuff, etc.). Still a fun place to shop. Didn't do much better at GM. they were restocking for fishing season and the place was a bit "out-of-sorts". Well, I'll have to wait a whole year for the fun again (however, I bet i'll be back to Cabelas before then??)

PABuck_HNTR

Thatta Boy, way to stimulate the economy.

beaglefreak

doughboy.......I went to Cabelas on monday[the 10th].I was in heaven.Yes, it was my first time,so I was a virgin.We were there for 4.5hrs and still didnt see everything!!!! I had my buddy with me so he told me about the other half.I went on the Cabelas site,and made a great wish list.But ,like you said,that particular store didnt carry it.I spent $300 on fishing,turkey hunting,and a duck call that I have been looking for.
They didnt have the snow camo,ghillie --do it ur self package, and the Rocky hiking boots that I seen on the website.Thats $325 less that I spent.So now I have to order it online and pay shipping fees.
But all in all, I cant wait to go back.They have a great resturant,fish tanks and displays also.Its 1hr 45min,from my house,but the best time to go is on the weekdays,so I have to wait til the work gets slow[like now].
It just chaps my ass,that I had the money in my hand, and already spent,and they didnt have what they said they had,on the site.
Great time though!!!

MikeE51848

But you saved on state tax ($19.50)!

beaglefreak

That was already figured in,actually save a few bucks ordering.But the thing is,I dont have any credit cards[they are evil,but my X-wife had a few,thats one of the reasons she`s my X].So now that I have this money sitting on my dresser,It might have to go to something dumb like,bills....and all that other crap.My bro-in-law helps me out with the credit card situation,he orders and I give him cash.We just have to git together.
My theory is,"spend it now,cause you probably wont get around to do it later".

SchuylkillOutdoorsman

I was at cabelas a few weeks ago, the store was great! But I was very disapointed in the selection of bows. There are a few small shops around here that have more bows than cabelas had.

PABowhntr

I probably drove right past ya. Me and a few friends headed down to the sports show yesterday morning and we were heading by Cabelas about that time. Small world. I had fun at the sports show as well...bought a few things...outfit for my son, spotting scope, etc... but behaved myself mostly.

I hope to head back up to Cabelas some time this week as I have to return an item or two. Definitely worth the trip.

Matt / PA

If I'm still alive by later this week, (I think I have the flu or something?) I plan to head to Cabelas again myself.
My birthday is Wednesday and my parents surprised me with a card in the mail......oh yeah it had a big fat 3 digit+ Cabela's gift card in it.[]
I think my wife had something to do with it so I sense some more coming on Wednesday for my actual birthday!
To go along with my $20 one I got for Christmas this could be one heck of a guilt free trip!

I was at the Harrisburg Show on Saturday and only picked up a few things......I FINALLY after years of looking, handling, and walking away wishing I would have, picked up one of those beautiful custom Knives from "JRJ" knifemakers. Nice PA guy at that, and the knife is a piece of functional art.
That and some flytying material in a whole day might be a record for me though.
Crowd didn't seem to bad either.

polack

I found it easier to go to Cabela's, they have most of the same gear at about the same price as the outdoor show.
Polack

keystoneanglers

The show was so busy, but Cabelas is too.