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  1. my new "dream" spinnerbait combo and it's a dream come true! met dc 6.2:1 with avail 95mm handle megabass 2016 destroyer bandersnatch 6'8"
    6 points
  2. No doubt a daytime surface bite is a ton of fun. But for me, the allure of dragging a beefy jig around deep structure At Night, is strong. And feeling that sharp and sudden Thump of a bait stopping strike, - the brief second right before setting the hook, the anxious anticipation of feeling the rod load up & the weight of a stout bass - is just about the top of the list for me. A-Jay
    5 points
  3. 4 points
  4. One single Popmax lure has accounted for more fish in the past two years than hundreds of dollars in other baits, and it's not like that's the only bait I throw. I don't think it's hype, and I don't think it's expensive from an ROI perspective.
    3 points
  5. They're all fun when you're getting bit ? But if I had to pick one, I'd go with a buzzbait. Put the trolling motor down, cover miles of stained shallow water and cover, and anticipate a bite on every cast - never gets old for me. -T9
    3 points
  6. Buzz-baits are the funnest when the bite is on .
    3 points
  7. Yep ? it was designed around a custom buzzbait several of us tweaked and threw locally. I even had input on the design My favorite "stock" buzzer these days. -T9
    3 points
  8. 3 points
  9. here are some of my more recent acquisitions: daiwa alphas sv 105shl that i've tricked out a bit DIY BFS spool Hedgehog air BFS bearings Hedgehog color dress up parts 90mm tatula handle megabass hyper cork knobs new spinnerbait combo shimano metanium dc 2015 95mm avail handle avail knob caps megabass 2016 destroyer 6'8" bandersnatch
    3 points
  10. Westport River facing west. At the upper left corner of the image is the Atlantic Ocean. The tip of the point of land that separates the river from the ocean is a large rock formation known as "The Nubble". A few hundred yards into the river is Charlton's Wharf and across the channel from the wharf is a red lighted navigation buoy. We were returning from a spring day's lobstering. A day in which we found one of our rolls of toilet paper had been left where it got wet. My mind hatched a scheme as to how we would dispose of the useless roll of tp. As we entered the river, I told Spencer to get on the bow with the soggy roll. I steered the boat into the tide and nudged it up to the buoy. The red plastic lens had a post about a quarter inch in diameter and about five inches lond at the top of the lens. Spencer placed the toilet paper on the buoy and we returned to the dock, wondering how long our ornament would remain. It was still there the next morning as we were heading out for a day's fishing. It was still there when we returned. The toilet paper remained through May, June, July, August. By now, it had been battered by downpours. It was dimpled as though it had been peppered by hail. Still it maintained its proud perch keeping watch over the activities on the river. It lasted through the rest of the fishing season, still doing its job as a sentinel. We didn't think anything about it during the off season, but when we set our first load of gear in late February, it was still there, looking as bedraggled as ever. Through March, April, and into May, it stood firm. In late May as we were leaving the river a Coast Guard buoy tender was tied up to Charlton's Wharf. It had the buoy on deck for refurbishing. We shared a laugh, hoping the Coasties would be amused by the addition to their navigation aid. Apparently they were. When we returned, they had completed their service of the buoy, and when they set it back into the river, they placed the roll of toilet paper back on its perch. It survived the rest of the season and was still there when we passed by with our last load of gear to end the season. The next spring, it was gone. Whether it was kidnapped, or finally disintegrated we'll never know. But for two years it brought us a bit of fun.
    3 points
  11. Saw it with the family. Enjoyed it very much. In the pantheon of Star Wars films It is definitely in the top 3 5. It sets the stage quite well... What I want to see is movies that go back to the Old Republic times when Jedi and Sith were more plentiful and powerful I also like the Clone Wars cartoons and think there could be some exploits of Mace Windu, Obi Wan and others put to film.
    3 points
  12. If that were me I would put that $125 (essentially) free (to you) dollars and put it towards some spinnng equipment because you are looking to get one. When I get gift cards I usually put them towards something expensive I've wanted for a long time.
    3 points
  13. Culprit. Day, or night it gets bit.
    3 points
  14. I had the same problem with @Bluebasser86, he has like 400,000 posts plus he has a sick garage full of stuff already! So I just got him a little bit of everything
    3 points
  15. Austin, in all honesty, it is a matter of what works for me and what works well. Spinning works in almost every situation where casting does not. My Chronarch 50e is quite capable of light lure casting as well as in wind... But when it comes to skipping under docks, bridges, trees (quite frequent), it does not suffice. Spinning gear is far more versatile, IMO. You can't go wrong learning casting gear, but if you are sufficient and catching fish with spinning gear, there is no need to change what works.... All this is in my humble opinion
    3 points
  16. I can't wait either. It's been a long wait for me. There is nothing like prespawn bass fishing on the Great Lakes.
    3 points
  17. Excluding Senkos and similar, it'd have to be the Zoom Finesse and Zoom Trick worms.
    3 points
  18. I like it and he's pretty darn good at it!
    3 points
  19. I've been investing in Japanese baits pretty heavily this winter...
    3 points
  20. Normally I am a fan of the winter months, as I enjoy the peace and quiet it brings. Basking in some wintery solitude has always been my "thing". But this year, 2017, is going to be different. I am so ready to get out on the water already! I ordered some 5" Senkos, and 4/0 Gamakatsu EWG hooks (at Road Warrior's recommendation) and two extra spinning rods. I just want to go catch some fish already.
    2 points
  21. I was out on Monday and caught a bass and lots of crappie and perch. I'm happy to get one bite from a bass this time of year but will take anything I can get. Jerkbaits.
    2 points
  22. Luhr Jensen Speed Trap LC 1.5 6th Sense Crush 65 SK 1.5 Normans Little N and Fat Boy Bandit 100 These all have a place in my boxes.
    2 points
  23. The elite pro is a higher modulus. They are extra reinforced compared to the HM line. They're designed to withstand tournament use durability is non problem. Whether they're worth the extra $ is up to you. Myself I reserve HM blanks for finesse rods. The standards are no slouch especially for the price.
    2 points
  24. Take yer pick of what popular lure I've never used!!!! Plenty of them, LOL. Gimme a good wacky rig or a good drop shot and I'll be just fine
    2 points
  25. I figured if we couldn't drink a beer together I would have 2 myself..
    2 points
  26. Day 25: "Sale items marked down an extra 25% off" Day 25 is always the same. You get an extra 25% off what is left through the sale period.
    2 points
  27. 7' MH Zillion came in today. Looks stunning with my Lews tournament lite, honestly one of the best looking combos I've ever seen. Can't wait to use it this weekend if I ever put my other Zillion rod down (big swimbaits) edit: forgot to mention that's a Lew's carbon fiber handle I had put on, it doesn't come with the Lite normally)
    2 points
  28. Done! thanks everyone. Its a Alphas SV with 8lb Yo
    2 points
  29. 2 points
  30. Wow . Finally a thread for my favorite rod.I have several one and two piece ugly sticks.Have used them for a long time.Have never broken one.I love both kinds.I would get whichever one feels best with the reel, and fits your type of fishing you plan to do with it . The two piece is no problem.I rarely have had them separate when casting.To me,there is no difference. My favorite one is a 6 1/2 2 piece and it's been so long since it came apart that it's basically fused together now!
    2 points
  31. How do you like to fish? And what kind of setups are you running?
    2 points
  32. My grandfather gave me packs of those worms when I was really young.. and swore by them completely. Spring through fall the man was throwing a culprit ribbon tail. Deep or shallow, weeds or docks..it's not all he used.. but without a doubt his go to(this becoming mine) . I still have a pack each that he gave me. Unopened. I just buy more and when I'm fishing with them its like he's there fishin with me.Even though he's been gone for awhile now.. So, even though it's a centinmental choice... It's also effective and works for me year after year. They are well priced and durable. Awesome worm..
    2 points
  33. For me, it's a skirted jig. To be honest, I did use one about 25 years ago and to my surprise, I caught a nice bass on one but I haven't used one since. Today, I've got a box full of them, but never pull one out.
    2 points
  34. ive never used a chatterbait, i own one but cant recall ever tying it on. Also, i guess this thread has expanded from lures to techniques, because drop shot is not a lure in itself, just a technique...
    2 points
  35. This one works for me anytime. Red Eye Shad, in orange craw.
    2 points
  36. The VMC Boxer Jig Head & the VMC Flat Shad Jig Head are both Very Good in every respect. A-Jay
    2 points
  37. for me the Baby 1- is the bomb.next would be a Bagley's killer b or an old honey b. also have a couple of old Poe's RC 1s.
    2 points
  38. I fish spin outfits about 2:1 over casting. Super flukes, 4" swim baits on bullet jigs, wacky, drop shot, small jerks and cranks, swim jigs. Personal preference for the fairly open water that I spend most of my time on. So I would go for spin. Do you find yourself changing lures on your cast more than spin? Or vice versa? Go with what will minimize having to change.
    2 points
  39. A Silver Buddy, a worm over 6", floating worm, topwater mouse (rubber),
    2 points
  40. I do not think Al changing brands is a big deal at all. They have to make a living and they have a great show. They are very loyal to the brands they have been with and things change sometimes. I also think its awesome these guys are christians and share their faith at the end of the show. They practice what they preach and in no way are hypocrites.
    2 points
  41. That team runs all their talent out of town. What makes you think a good coach will change things?
    2 points
  42. Depends...............If I had 18 frog rods.............that would be too many.............for me.
    2 points
  43. Do you bounce them on the bottom ? Thats where the RES shines . Chunking and winding , heck I still throw Bayou Boogies and Pico Perches .
    2 points
  44. Unless your a pro or got a money tree out back a highly sensitive crankbait rod isn't a necessity. Get yourself a nice NRX bottom contact rod with your discount.
    2 points
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