Both of mine are 6 yrs old. Never had a problem with either. Keep them rinsed and out of as much light as posible. During season, i store them in a 5 gal bucket w/lid so i can dump bait and as much of the net as i can while throwing #2 if i'm on alot of bait. Keeps the boat less clutterd and won't damage net. Avoid's chasing lose bait or finding them under seat's. Work's for me. When done put the lid on and go. Off season clean and store in flat container in came in.