Quality Brands?

Disagree on the fishing rods. Fenwick all the way!! Originally Posted by arealone

I've heard good things about Fenwick, but the only people I've seen use them are old retirees learning to fly fish. Never been interested in fly fishing, though.

What are brands that are so good that you generally don't even consider buying anything else?


One for me is Ecco shoes. Every pair I've had has been extremely durable and well-made, fits me perfectly (no small achievement, I wear an odd size and often had to go search online with other brands), and is comfortable right out of the box - no break-in period. Aside from one pair of New Balance athletic shoes, every pair of shoes I own are Ecco, and I don't envision that changing. Originally Posted by SpankyJ

Samsung and Salomon are two brands I can't walk away from. New Balance was until they decided to do away with their best trail running shoe.

What are brands that are so good that you generally don't even consider buying anything else?


One for me is Ecco shoes. Every pair I've had has been extremely durable and well-made, fits me perfectly (no small achievement, I wear an odd size and often had to go search online with other brands), and is comfortable right out of the box - no break-in period. Aside from one pair of New Balance athletic shoes, every pair of shoes I own are Ecco, and I don't envision that changing. Originally Posted by SpankyJ

Black Diamond, Osprey, Salomon, Samsung and Sony. I've been loyal to these brands for as long as I can remember and especially when I started back packing and camping.

What are brands that are so good that you generally don't even consider buying anything else?


One for me is Ecco shoes. Every pair I've had has been extremely durable and well-made, fits me perfectly (no small achievement, I wear an odd size and often had to go search online with other brands), and is comfortable right out of the box - no break-in period. Aside from one pair of New Balance athletic shoes, every pair of shoes I own are Ecco, and I don't envision that changing. Originally Posted by SpankyJ

New Balance, Salomon, Black Diamond, Osprey, Samsung, Sony and K2 to name my all time favorites based on running, skiing and technology toys.

I've heard good things about Fenwick, but the only people I've seen use them are old retirees learning to fly fish. Never been interested in fly fishing, though. Originally Posted by JdeHog

Are you implying that I'm old???? Well, I MIGHT be age challenged but I'm NOT old. And I don't fly fish either.

Own a couple of Fenwick rods. One I use for muskie fishing and the other for walleye fishing. The thing with Fenwick rods is that if you ever break them (even by shutting them in a car door) they will replace them, no questions asked.

I will admit that I do own an Ugly Stick though. It's a good rod as well.

Nike, specifically the Flyknit free 50’s!
They’re as light as a sock, so supportive & insanely comfortable. They also look amazing with a matching sport bra.

Good topic, up in the air on the tv’s, looking into upgrading past few months. Big fan of new balances.

Depending on my activity, very brand specific. Milwaukee tools, klein, justin boots to Toyota trucks.

Nothing wrong with them ugly sticks or those older zebco 33s
Through in bear bows

Nike, specifically the Flyknit free 50’s!
They’re as light as a sock, so supportive & insanely comfortable. They also look amazing with a matching sport bra. Originally Posted by Ginger Doll

It's official....I need to inspect that sports bra a bit closer......

It's official....I need to inspect that sports bra a bit closer...... Originally Posted by Portrush

You have my official permission... Ginger is a brand you need to exxxperience.

Do you ever make it up to NWA?

You have my official permission... Ginger is a brand you need to exxxperience.

Do you ever make it up to NWA? Originally Posted by Ginger Doll

On occasion...I used to travel up there more often for business.

On occasion...I used to travel up there more often for business. Originally Posted by Portrush

Let me know the next time you’re here! Would love to meet.

Let me know the next time you’re here! Would love to meet. Originally Posted by Ginger Doll

Consider it done. I'd love to work our way through the rest of your workout apparel

OK, this is kind of a weird one, but Tony Robbins motivational materials. I've never had any use for "motivational speakers," but for some reason I started listening to one of his podcasts, and the man actually has some things to say that are worth hearing and reflecting upon. I'm not likely to go to any of his $10K seminars but I did buy both of his books. Still not interested in the other ones out there, but to my mind Tony Robbins has valuable insights.

Sara Lee. She makes a good pound cake.

Sara Lee. She makes a good pound cake. Originally Posted by Ginger Doll

Oh my, that looks delicious!