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Yeah, Craw had the bass cornered again this time and we went straight to 'em.....the first 20 minutes of the trip I didnt have much time to do anything but take pictures of him and some fish. ;D By the time I got the camera turned off, back in the case and put away, I would hear another "THERE'S ONE" ! and I'd have to repeat the whole process all over again! Craw had the bite going strong then they turned off the water and it dropped what seemed like 3 feet and the bite just died at that point. Nonetheless, we had a great time despite freezin' to death all day!! At least we weren't at work! Thanks again Craw....I enjoyed it!

Right on Craw!! Puttin' the hammer to 'em!

LBH, I agree with what you say about the catch rates between the Yam's and the knock-offs. I used to think there was a big difference until I started using Brent's sticks alot. The action may be just a little different and the Yam's texture may be slightly different but the catch rates dont seem to differ at all.....and thats what counts,right? The texture of the Yamamoto's is the biggest difference and it's most likely the main reason that his baits tear up so fast......but I am convinced that there are other sticks out there that catch just as many,if not more fish,at a much cheaper price.

Sign me up.

Fishermans Cove Marina (where we stayed at Fork) had one of the t-shirts with Chris and his 18+? on it. (The pic someone used without his permission)....no doubt it was Chris.

If it were me.....without a doubt.....I'd go up the creek into the dirty water with a chartreuse & white, double colorodo blades spinnerbait and fish any cover I could find.

If you want to feel a fish swim by or breathe on your bait......take your $200 bucks, put it in a sock, save up $29 more and get yourself a Kistler Helium LTA.

The texture of the bait is what sets it apart from all of the others.

Catt is right....back off the bank and fish a little deeper. The smaller males will still be shallow guarding the beds but the females will move off into deeper water after they make their deposit. I really like a jig during post spawn as well as crankbaits......then after the spawn is done and the recuperation period is over ITS TOPWATER TIME!!!

Way to go! Thats a good 'un!

I recognize that bridge in the background I've been there before. I see the smallies are still smashing Pointers! Good fish Craw!!

I've been waiting on this post all week just because I knew it would be a HOOT!! I'm glad I got to meet the "Duke of Mook" at Fork....it was like having a stand-up comic on vacation with us. Killer post Dominick......killer! ;D

I caught 2 decent keepers today on the swim senko.......carolina rigged. I have a strong feeling the swim senko's will be an awesome bait at night.

Russ.....thanks for putting that video together. Nice work again.

If that was the case he wouldnt have had any problems out of it......

That true but their is only one great reel SHIMANO Muddy, dont be a victim of the brainwashing that goes on inside the posse......fight thru it man, there's just alot of hype around certain brands.

Thats a good 'un doghouse! So you actually caught it on a Mattlures "sit-bait" ;D....I'm real impressed with those ML bluegills, if for nothing else, putting the fish into attack mode. I gotta get a couple of them quick....fish here will be spawning REAL SOON.

I understand what you are saying with the rope around the hand thing but that is something totally different as your jig is not around the fishes head like a noose......or is it? ;D On a jig bite I tend to set the hook as hard as I can and when the fish starts coming up,I keep the rod real low.....not necessarily "in the water low" but near it and I keep a tight line at all times. One other thing I do if I have time is to turn the fishes head if I see it rising up to jump.....that helps sometimes but you have to have the time to react (which is not always possible) and be quick about it. Another thing to consider is the type of jig you are using.If it is a recurring problem with one certain type,try a different head style or maybe a jig with a bigger hook. I feel the most solid hookups are when the hook goes all the way thru and out the other side.....maybe your jig is blowing the fishes mouth open and you are hooking alot in the roof of the mouth. I'm just throwing scenarios for you to think about. And dont forget.....sometimes they just get off no matter what you do or what you use. That is exactly why they jump - to shake the hook! Sometimes it works,sometimes it doesnt.

Good pics Burley.....keep 'em comin' man!

Best subwoofers? I'll go old school on you fellas and suggest CERWIN VEGA subs, if they even make them anymore. Many a competition has been won with the CV's poundin'......

Thats a good un Craw,especially on the river! I was wondering where you been hiding at.....check your pm box.

We're glad you stopped by....hopefully you can stick around awhile,we really like looking at pics of those monster Cali bass.

Okay guys.....I'm off to fluke's house. See you fellas tomorrow!

I totally agree. This is going to be an awesome trip. Yep....I'll be at your house between 5 and 6 today so we can get rollin' ....and a big round of applause goes out to LBH for picking what seems to be the perfect week!

Thanks GMAN, hopefully the weather and big bass will cooperate with us. I'm really looking forward to it.....and packing up the Tahoe here in a few minutes.