Pacemaker Fishing Forum

I have thought of it many times.....I even have a replica of what it will look like.

Pacemaker Fishing Supplies- so named by Carl Johnson.

There are fly shops in Tysons, Arlington and Alexandria. And Dick's sells what they can, some stores are better (try Baileys X Roads where Dan works).

In my opinion, the best store is Greentops which about 2 hours south. I would love to duplicate that here.....

Not much in the way of fly stuff at the Dick's Sporting Goods where I work. I don't think the one out at the Dulles Town Center would be much better. I am sure they've crunched the numbers on it and found other stuff to be more profitable but it seems like there is at least some demand for fly stuff in the area. Maybe they'll look into in the future if demand continues to grow.

Is there maybe anything across the river from Leesburg?

Last edited by Dominion Dan (Dec-12-11 8:43PM)

Rob - Nice meeting you at Dick's last night.  Let us know when the new stock comes in .

dan- yes we did, dunno what nick did with it, ill get it and send it down to you. we have gotta get together for some fishing this spring. i also found that kayak at gaithersburg.
curly- nice meeting you too. sorry i had to run so quickly. were slowly getting the new stock in, i will keep everyone updated on sales, promotions, etc. now through next saturday its 50% off clearance lures. we have some ok stuff, but if your looking for something specific let me know and ill check it out.

Last edited by IL_DUCE (Jan-21-12 11:55AM)

Rob, if you find it, you might as well hang on to it. I'll be working at your store starting Feb. 6th so I can just grab it and bring it back with me and drop it off at 290.

Yep, for at least a few months.

Thanks - wanted to see if there have been failed attempts in recent years.  Based on the location (Potomac, Shenandoah, local reservoir/pond/lake), demographics, income and interest in the sport seems like one would be viable.  I wasn't thinking a fly only type shop but one w/ a mix of fly and spin as well as a range on price point from economical (not cheap) to higher end equipment (seems like Dicks doesn't really fill this niche).  Also gearing tackle toward the local water and possibly kayak anglers.  I guess with the internet a click away you never know ..... i personally like seeing and playing with what I'm looking to buy before pulling the trigger.

Thoughts.

Houli wrote:

Also gearing tackle toward the local water and possibly kayak anglers.  I guess with the internet a click away you never know ..... i personally like seeing and playing with what I'm looking to buy before pulling the trigger.

Thoughts.

That's why we have Bass Pro Shop. I know it's a hike from Ashburn, but after a few hours browsing and $150.00 you'll enjoy the drive home. My problem is I'm closer, and browse too often.