Dwight Hottle

Saw this on another site. Reported weight is 11lbs-7oz. Fish was caught in Michigan waters of lake erie at a river mouth. Fellow holding it reported to weigh 350lbs. What say you? https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=316508861857307&set=o.103071383194706&type=1&permPage=1

I had a buddy suggest to me that my first boat should be a used boat to learn how to dock, load & unload, etc. His concept was you will make mistakes & they will be less painful with a used starter boat than a new one. After your learning process is over you can sell the first boat & order/buy whatever you want. Good advice. But I didn't follow it. I told him at my age (50+) I was getting new & would learn from my mistakes as they occur. Dings & boat rash are pretty typical of a first time boat owner in my experience.

That sounds like a good time. Are you guiding?

It's a good thing I don't need any cake, buddy.

I don't care what bait it is as long as I get a new PB. Chances are though it could be a jerk bait.

You came to the right place. Welcome aboard.

Thats a nice NJ bass

Night ops rule.

Super tanker!

I just use control c to load it and then control v to paste it.

You posted in it if this is the right one. Matt shows a video. http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/141988-i-need-help-selecting-swimbait/page-2

Great way to get him started. It won't be long and you will be netting his fish.

You can skin hook them if that is an issue. If you are talking about the twin hook configuration under the belly that could be more surface area to pick up debris. I have thrown one yet, just got the hooks in.

No I have not. But in talking to Gary I felt the guides might be a problem for my leader knots. I went with a different rod.

Try 20lb braid & see how much more depth you will get. You will be surprised.

Owner just brought out a new 5/0 Toad Double twistlock hook. This is what a rage toad looks like cradled within the hook. For you guys missing hook ups on a single hook this might be the ticket. What do you think Steve?

Here you go. http://www.powerpro.com/publish/content/global_fish/en/us/power_pro_v2/info/using_powerpro/specs.html

Sounds really good Stitch.

Super nasty. When you see a break like that you wonder if it will ever be the same.

Those guides may very well be a deal breaker for you. Call Gary or email him & ask what he thinks regarding your line size & connecting knot.

X2 Her stage presence was always over the top.

I prefer the 7-10lb bass the best. They have the most accumulated toxins & contaminants from living a longer time than the smaller ones. Big fish are easier to fillet & cook up better when grilled. Its a no brainer.

Have you looked at this test result on Mercury's website. http://www.mercurymarine.com/engines/engine-tests/boat-house-bulletin/?ID=1176&

Sounds like a cool adventure for a young man.

Great topwater fish.