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Yes, doesn't everyone ? I'm working on getting my tackle organized the same way. I'll be sure to tag you @DogBone_384 when it's posted. Probably going into Brown Bass Tools . . . https://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/211811-brown-bass-tools-~-questions-answers/ A-Jay

01Feb 2025 was Workout Day 5. Sometimes I'm just ready, willing and able to Grind. Did that in this one. #borninfiftynine A-Jay

Agreed. Mr Wheeler is clearly the reel deal. Been a Rockstar well before this newest era of electronics. I expect him to TOTALLY DOMINTE now. The reasons are obvious at this point. The Derbies are teaching the next generation of bass anglers, that fishing without FFS is just a waste of time. Finally, and I hate to even reference this, but it sure looks like Candy Randy was right from the beginning. Now please excuse me while I go slap myself really hard in the face. 🤪 A-Jay Fair enough. But I'm still sad watching and especially listening to his babble. #mute I wish him the best of luck and applaud his strategy. I was hoping for a better viewer experience. A-Jay

He is THE ONLY angler in this last period using FFS. And he is THE ONLY ANGLER they are covering. IMO, TOTALLY DEFEATS the purpose of the new format. I will say that it's wildly hysterical seeing the FFS guys demeanor and body language during their non FFS use periods. They seem totally defeated and are fishing like it's a waste of time. Imagine, fishing when you can't actually see the fish in front of you ? "Oh the humanity ! " Or, maybe it's just me A-Jay

Sounds brutal. Just try to hang in there best you can. A-Jay

17 out of the 19 anglers using the FFS in this first period. DC just pinned a mutant. A-Jay

Lynn's new mediport got it first use this morning. While the surrounding tissue is still healing, I'm Happy to report the port access and subsequent infusion when off without a hitch. Be nice if this unit lasted 12 years as well. After lunch we even played in the snow with the dogs for a while. It's the little things A-Jay

Used both extensively both professionally and recreationally on wet suits, dry suits and survivals suits /Gear including life jackets that had zippers. Still use the same wax I had in the service. It's old but still functions. Sort of like me. A-Jay

So glad the entire 2nd period has been a FFS Fest - 🥴 A-Jay

May be several factors to consider that could effect the out come. Not sure if the FFS use in every derby will play out like this first one has so far. These are some serious sticks with a lot on the line, so I am betting that as this deal moves forward, they will figure out on average how to make the best use of that unit. Since 2/3's of the time they are not using it, I could see it all evening out. But we'll obviously find out. 😃 A-Jay

I have to admit that I really do like making and especially watching my own "Fishing Shows" https://www.youtube.com/@AjLynn45thParallelFishing A-Jay

My last training for Jan 2025 was Workout Day 4. Seems yesterday's extensive snow removal efforts were not a factor. Pretty happy about that. #borninfiftynine A-Jay

This is what it's like on my rig EVERYDAY ! 😎 A-Jay

This is Almost fun to watch again ~ Almost. 😎 A-Jay

My method. A-Jay

So Wednesday morning ( my off day) I woke up to what I'd call effectually sore. The entire posterior chain felt mostly 'simulated', but in a good way. However right after breakfast I was rewarded with several hours of snow blowing, so my soreness was mostly replaced by a distracting level of pure fatigue. I ate, hydrated and slept OK (despite the new moon) so in the end it was fine. We'll see how today's training goes. Might be a little sketchy . . . . A-Jay

Hello and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

I'm aware. A-Jay

I paddle my backwards Tandem . . . Wait what ? A-Jay

Last night https://www.facebook.com/100000092564585/videos/635200245621586/ A-Jay

This is my Mexican Line up ~ The Mono is for topwater A-Jay

My very first trip south of the border (2013) my line selection looked like yours. Turns out is was Wildly Insufficient. I recommend NOTHING Less than 20 lb and 25 lb is not out of the question. I use both quite a bit there. I am going there to catch the fish of a life time, I want the odds in my favor. Even then, depending on the cover, I've had freight trains saw me off in a heart beat on trees and rock ledges. YMMV A-Jay

Take a look at how much snow has fallen across the U.S. so far this winter. Southern cities like New Orleans and Pensacola have had more snow than places like Salt Lake City and Omaha. Of course this winter we have been buried several times. I say again, Several. A-Jay

Well That's Just Awesome ~ Congrats on sticking with it and getting the footage of such a great fish back. So you're saying you like that blade bait then ? Good Times A-Jay

Right on schedule with Workout Day 3 today. Been a while since I did Rack Pull reps with 450 lbs. At 65 I need to pick my spots but it felt pretty good. We'll see if I'm singing the same tune tomorrow. #borninfiftynine A-Jay