Stasher1

We've changed states a couple times, but it gets harder as the kids get older. When we moved NH to AL it was just the two of us, and we had a place to stay ready to go when we got there. The move from AL to GA was completely different though, because we had two kids, three vehicles (four if you count the motorcycle), a house full of furniture, etc. The wife's employer paid for the movers, but we were on our own when it came to finding a house. We did a good bit of research on neighborhoods, schools, and average rental prices within a reasonable distance of the wife's job, and then had my in-laws watch the kids for a few days while we looked at rental houses. We wound up renting for a year, and spent a good bit of that time learning about the area and figuring out exactly where we wanted to live so that when our lease was up, we could just buy a house and move. It gets quite a bit harder of your employer won't pay for your moving expenses. Renting a U-Haul is cheap, but unless your friends/family are willing to make the trip to help, you're going to be on your own to unload it.

I'm sure Hooligan will be along shortly to tell you that you're wrong.

Exactly. That's why stoves and washing machines don't come with remotes. Duh. j/k....and in case my wife is reading this, I'll finish folding the laundry as soon as I get done cleaning the bathroom.

I know you're trying to do a good thing, but you should check with your state's Dept of Natural Resources or Fish & Game. In many states, it's illegal to transfer fish from one body of water to another unless you own both bodies of water, and it's also illegal in many states to catch "game fish" with a casting net.

No argument, just a discussion. From the looks of it, you have well thought out and articulable reasons for your choices, and I can respect that. That's typically not the case when the .45/.40 vs 9mm discussions pop up. I erroneously assumed you were one of "those people", if you know what I mean, and for that I apologize.

When I was younger, I believed that too...because the gun-related media constantly tells you that you need to be carrying a 1911 chambered in .45 ACP in a Milt Sparks or Mitch Rosen holster if you want to survive an encounter with Mr. Badguy. No offense, but as you get older you'll find yourself reevaluating your carry gun and caliber, and you'll figure out that what the majority of gun-related media tells you that you need isn't necessarily what will work best for you.

I've never understood the folks that think a .45 is some sort of magic death ray that causes instant incapacitation. 9mm allows for a smaller framed gun to have a much higher capacity than the larger calibers, faster followup shots, wide selection of ammo, "plinking" ammo is 1/2 the price of .45 which means more time spent at the range, etc. I've carried almost every mainstream caliber from .25 to .45 over the years (with the exception of .44 Mag and .44 Special), and there isn't a single one of them that won't do its job if you do yours. These days, what I value more than bore diameter is reliability. If it goes bang when I want it to and hits where I point it, I'm fine with it. Kahr CM9 in a TJ Edmond Leatherworks custom IWB, and a M&P9c in a DeSantis Intruder (ignore the coat of drywall dust on it, I'm renovating a bathroom). I bounce back and forth between the two, depending on what I'm wearing and where I'm going. The M&P gets the nod 90-95% of the time, though.

You could stop being so loud, stop being rude, stop stealing spots from people, stop acting like you own the water, stop buying all that expensive crap...especially since you don't know how to use it anyway...

They probably got tired of people contacting them for warranty reasons. While their rods might not be any more fragile than any other brand, their lack of customer service is a consistant complaint. Thre have been numerous cases where people just got tired of trying to get through to E21 and wound up just thowing their broken rods away. A warranty is no good if you can't get ahold of the manufacturer. It'll be a cold day in hell before I set up a Facebook account just so I can get a response from a manufacturer, and I think they're counting on other anglers to feel the same way.

That's what I figured. I've had four of the "standard" models and one of the micro, and I don't see what the big deal is. The micros look cool and are quite a bit lighter than full size ceramic-insert guides, but there's just not enough difference in weight between the already super light "standard" CL guides and the micros to make a difference. They also like to collect algae and crap that would normally flow right thru normal diameter guides. The next one I buy definitely won't have micros.

The laws regarding disclipline/abuse vary from state to state, but GA law allows corporal punishment to control unruly children.

I assume you're talking about the micros?

Honestly, they're both light but the Veritas feels like club compared to the Carbonlite.

In many cases, front drag reels have larger drag disks/washers than rear drag models. Rear drags may be easier to adjust during the fight, but you shouldn't need to adjust it more than once. Set it properly before you start fishing, and then leave it alone.

Don't hold your breath waiting on the big package. I guess I'll have to retract my previous statement. Mine showed up 7/28...but it's just another pack of hooks (2/0 ewg this time) and a little Trokar "T" sticker.

I'd shaky head 'em...but then again, I shaky head everything.

Bingo. It's hard to believe they can sell a reel that smooth and reliable for $40.

When $100 won't even buy you an aluminum frame, it's time to find another brand.

We moved out of the Metro Atl. area about five years ago, but the wife still works there and as a delivery driver, I often find myself in less than desirable areas. However, violent crime isn't just an inner-city problem. It can happen anywhere, and I owe it to my family to protect them (and myself) to the best of my abilities. As the old saying goes - " When seconds count, the police are only minutes away."

I don't have an auto accident every time I leave my house, but I wear my seatbelt. I've also never had a fire in my kitchen, but I still keep a fire extinguisher handy. All kidding aside, the Atlanta area is not exactly Disney Land. Violent crime is commonplace, and even those in law enforcement in this area recommend carrying a weapon to protect yourself and your family. The economy sucks, people are broke and desperate, and some of them will do whatever they feel is necessary to make a buck or two. If that means beating you or your loved ones to death with a bat and taking your/their money, they'll do it. I recently completed my degree in Criminal Justice and did my internship with the county Sheriff's Office. I spent much of that time working in the jail, and I got to see how many violent criminals were brought in during each shift...and the numbers were alarming. http://www.neighborh.../atlanta/crime/

Admittedly I've only handled the display models at my local BPS, but they are the worst feeling reels I've ever handled, by far. Rough, geary, with lots of slop in the handle. Total piece of junk, imo.

That would be my guess as well.

As long as he has a valid fishing license and stays within his daily creel limits, he is free to catch and eat whatever he wants. Like it or not, the fish weren't put there just for your enjoyment.

Nothing personal, but if this is your mindset then you have no business carrying a gun.

I don't understand why you're so hung up on their retrieve rate. Contrary to what you see on TV, it's not always necessary to horse the fish back to the boat (or bank) as quickly as possible. My current primary baitcaster (Cardiff 100A) has a retrieve rate of 24", and I haven't found it to be a problem with any technique or lure.