KB, I've cut down on the number of lost spinners by using a siwash hook instead of the trbles you see on most spinners. Spinners work best running close to the bottom, so loosing a few is going to happen. You can reduce the cost by assembling your own. Another advantage of building your own is you can customize the body weight and blade size to match the water you are fishing. Cabelas has some colored blades like the Fash-glo. I like the components from www.mortac.com and www.fishermanshack.com Good luck