A-Jay

I have never really paid attention to where or how I'm holding the rod & reel. I just do what comes natural, feels comfortable and of course gets the job done. I will say that whatever I'm doing, after a few outrageous good days south of the border, I always have a seriously ugly bruise on the left side of my ribs - from smashing my torso on repeated hook sets - I guess I'm a wimp. A-Jay

Nice Job ~ Congrats A good Jig Bite is a Ton of Fun . . Love that "Thump" strike. A-Jay

There are a couple of difference scenarios to consider when discussing how bass relate to that type of cover and how an angler may approach fishing it. Clearly we've all seen times when the bass are buried right up in the heart of the tree. Sunny blue bird skies is one time that comes to mind. This often requires a concerted almost surgical approach, probing every nook & cranny with the bait. Often one needs to get the presentation right in Old Mrs. Big's face to get bit. Another scenario occurs sometimes during less sunny, partly cloudy and even overcast days (and a lot at night). Bass may not be right up in the middle of the mess. They might be some distance from it - relating much more loosely to it rather than being in it. Depending on the proximity of a decent depth change or even some other cover that's a little deeper, I'm often surprised how many fish can be taken by fishing "around" the area First. So I'll say until you've determined where the fish you're looking for are at, start outside first and work your way in. But just as you'll work that tree hard to get bit, first allow the "perimeter" to produce by giving it the same level of attention. You may be surprised I think a lot of anglers are missing some decent fish by passing this water up in haste to "Go Flip That Tree" Just because that's what everybody does, doesn't mean it's the best approach. A-Jay

Hello Chris and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ Nice Rig A-Jay

Nice Job on some sweet Bronze bass Smallies on the fly are easily one of my top 3 favorite was to fish. Congrats A-Jay

Hello Red and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

Very Nice Chris ~ Your daughter is a real cutie and I bet she had a Great Time with her Dad. After reading about the membership fees there - Lake Baccarac Lodge seems like a steal . . . . A-Jay

OK so here's the deal with me and Fluorocarbon line ~ I'm not a hater, it's just not for me. If you're using it successfully great. I did not. After using it for One season . . I don't like the bad knot strength - I don't believe the line is invisible - I don't believe it has less stretch than mono and I don't like the high price. I do like braid and I do like mono. They both work well for me when used correctly. I use Braid & a mono leader for many techniques (not all) - I like the versatility. I can change a rig's use by changing the leader size or the type / action of the rod and still use the same main line. Here's an example of what I mean - Take Three reels all with 30 lb braid main line - Put one on a 7 ft MH jig rod with a 17 lb mono leader - I have a jig set up. Take the next reel - and put it on a 7 foot MH glass or composite rod with a 12 lb mono leader and I have a mid depth / lipless crank bait rig. Take the last one put it on a 6'10' MH Graphite stick with a 10 - 12 lb mono leader and I have a jerk bait rod. And so on - - A small box with filler size spools of mono of whatever pound test you need for leaders and you're set. The mainline last 3 years instead of 3 weeks. And the spools of mono are cheap and last at least a year. I buy bulk and fill them myself. I think you get the idea. This works for me and I CAN NOT be the only one doing this - I'm not that smart. A-Jay

What Super Day on the water ! Great smallies and a True Trophy Largemouth as well. Congrats to you both. Well Done A-Jay

Nice Job Some good bass for you guys Congrats A-Jay

See - I told ya this was fun . . . A-Jay

If you live &/or fish in the land of the Jurassic Esox ~ A Jaw Spreader will come in Real Handy. A-Jay

I hear ya - but it's still pretty good stuff; especially the higher end products. I don't use it but do enjoy the back & forth banter quite a bit. A-Jay

Here we go . . . . And as good as Fluorocarbon is, it cannot match the knot strength of braid, Mono or copoly . . . . . A-Jay

Braided line & the leader of your choice will provide you all the sensitivity when fishing jigs & T-Rigs you could ask for. A-Jay

Hello and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

EBay can & does offer some pretty Killer deals but so does the Bass Resource Fishing Flea Market Forum right here ~ btw - on the Bay - I am a last second sniping fool . . . Sometimes I even feel a little bad about it, just a little though and it doesn't last very long. A-Jay

To Mother's Every Where - and especially Mine. A-Jay

Sounds like you had a pleasant & productive outing. And scored a Mini-Kicker to boot. Congrats A-Jay

Hello and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

Congrats on your Maiden Voyage ~ Bet it felt good. A-Jay

Now THAT"s Very Cool ! Congrats A-Jay

Nice Trip ~ Good Looking Bass And PB's are Always a Blast Congrats A-Jay

Congratulations to her. I'm sure she really appreciates your support Mike. A-Jay

Great Smallie ~ PB's are always a Blast Congrats A-Jay