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From the DFW site 2011 abstract: •Lead Sinkers at Quabbin and Wachusett Reservoirs: The use of lead fishing sinkers, including, but not limited to, split shot, bullet weights, egg sinkers, slip sinkers, bell sinkers, pinch sinkers, rubber grip sinkers, bank sinkers, pyramid sinkers, or twist, strap or wraparound sinkers for the taking of fish in the Quabbin and Wachusett Reservoirs is prohibited. Lead fishing sinkers DO NOT include other lead fishing-related items such as artificial lures, jigs, lead-core line, down-rigger weights, keel sinkers, torpedo casting and trolling sinkers, or weighted flies. NOTE: Lead fishing sinkers and jigs less than 1 ounce will be prohibited in all inland waters of the Commonwealth effective January 1, 2012.

Wow thats great!! I also live in MA and bought alot of lead jigs from GMAN last year. I hope he can start making more of these non-toxic jigs and have them up on his website. In the future there's going to be more and more states banning lead fishing lures.

This was posted today at another site from a product manager for Strike King lure company. http://texasfishingforum.com/forums/ubbthreads.php/topics/6110393/all/Fake_KVD_1_5_s "Folks, I am the product manager for Strike King lure company, and want to address everyone's concerns regarding the KVD squarebills. 1st, I assure you that other than a few "secret colors" KVD always uses off the shelf merchandise just like you and I!!! He is very adamant about all of his signature baits being of the highest quality, and will not endorse a product if it is not....Regarding the red gill plate on the color 535...It was originally spec'd out with the red gill plate, however, the first batch that we got in did not have the red gill plate, and that was the bait he was using in the Classic (because that was all he had). All, of the later production has had the red gill plate, which KVD actually prefers. Regsrding 1st batch, 2nd batch etc etc China vs Costa Rica etc etc....Please see the following: The majority of our hardbait production has come from our Costa Rican facility for the last several years. We switched to that location trying to increase the consisitency and the quality of our hardbaits, and we are very pleased with the results. Now specifically regarding the KVD squarebills: we actually developed both a Chinese manufacturing operation along with our Costa Rican operation. This allowed us to to have ample manufacturing capabilities and to be able to somewhat keep up with the demand. Yes there are some very very subtle differences to the eye, but there are no differences in the quality, how they run, or the fish catching abilities between the baits. All the baits feature the same quality components, from eyes to hooks to hand tuning. I would challenge any of you to find a KVD bait that doesn't run well assuming you haven't cracked it on your trolling motor!!!!! Regarding the Chinese made baits. These baits are held to the same high standards that we require from our Costa Rica Plant, and in fact, they have even surpassed those expectations in many cases. Also, just so there is no grey area here..IT IS NOT CHEAPER FOR US TO MANUFACTURE OUR PRODUCTS IN CHINA....It is simply another avenue for quality production. And as always, if you are not happy with a Strike King Product. Please call customer service and let us know. We always have and always will take care of you, because we are fisherman too!!!"

I have a pair of Oakleys in Shallow Blue and they seem fine in med. light. I like them better in low light conditions, like early morning. From there website: Specifications: Shallow Blue Light Transmission: 20% Conditions: Medium to Bright Light Protection Index: 3 Neutral / Contrast: Contrast http://www.oakley.com/products/5717/19856

10% off sale. If an item is excluded(Shimano;daiwa;etc.)(For deals to good to advertise) give them a call and they will likely give you the sale price on them. You cannot order them online, you have to place your order over the phone. That is what they have done in the past. http://www.***.com/?coup=STIMULUS11

They look good. http://www.behemothlures.com/Insert_Free.html

I don't use braid, but I would like to know if there are any braids that don't have a coating on them. From everything I have read, the coating and color from the braid gets all over your hands and reel. Don't want my reels stained with the color. That's the only thing stopping me from fishing with braid.

I use my gloomis MBR783C and MBR843C for the same type/weights of lures. But in GLX. Like roadwarrior said, don't buy the GL3 line but step up to the IMX line. Also don't forget, Tackle Warehouse is having there Black Friday sale right now and you could buy a brand new IMX MBR783C for just under $190(187.20) (20% + 10% gift card + Free Shipping).

Same here Vinny. Bought a Dobyns Extreme DX 743C. Glad to see everyone is stocking up on some Dobyns Rods, sure is the perfect time! ;D Thanks David for all your help, I just ordered another Dobyns Extreme DX744C from Tackle Warehouse for about 30% off. That's a killer deal, at that price you might want to buy 2! Haha, only kidding... partly. Glad to help out any time, as I've said before, feel free to PM me with any questions! Always glad to help out! I did! 8-) The DX743C and the DX744C. You can't beat 30% off and TW's customer service. Plus, $5 for UPS 2nd. day air to the east coast.

Same here Vinny. Bought a Dobyns Extreme DX 743C. Glad to see everyone is stocking up on some Dobyns Rods, sure is the perfect time! ;D Thanks David for all your help, I just ordered another Dobyns Extreme DX744C from Tackle Warehouse for about 30% off.

Same here Vinny. Bought a Dobyns Extreme DX 743C.

http://www.***.com/mailings/101123blackfriday.html?coup=TURKEY20 Call in your orders if something is not 20% off. Oh, and I hope you also went ahead and bought a 10% off TW gift card. A total of 30% off , I just bought another gift card.

It looks like the Keitech Swing Impact FAT in sexy shad. Can't tell what size it is.

I have one on my Daiwa Pixy and I think it's the right size for that reel.

I couldn't wait, so I already ordered from TW yesterday. I wanted to make sure I got my new Dobyns rod. 20% off. Price match = https://www.thehookuptackle.com/index.php