Originally Posted By: pooch
It is possible that the cost of sporting goods could come down if Bass Pro can cut away the Cabela's fat.


That's not going to happen most likely. After a merger you trim the duplicated things first. Then drop things to save money. Lowering prices does not enter your plans unless you are forced to do so. You let your margins go up not lower your profits. You just eliminated your competition so where is the pressure not to raise your profit line?