A-Jay

Occassionally what I type doesn't exactly match what I meant to say. Is that the case here Wayne ? A-Jay

Nice Job ~ Congrats A cool multi-species outing right there. If the green bass had made a showing, you'd have fished for the "Cycle" btw - you might want to consider throwing a cheap set of Frogg Togg rain gear in your truck - you'll be glad you did. A-Jay

When you're right, you're right Dwight ~ especially that usless LC 128 . . . . . . . . A-Jay

What about the KVD Composite Cranking rods ? A-Jay http://www.quantumfishing.com/news/2786/New-PT-Cranking-Rods-Designed-By-Kevin-VanDam-TOUR-KVD.aspx

Nice job ~ Looks like a Mutant Walleye. A-Jay

I also prefer a glass rod for cranking. I use a Lamiglas that's no longer in production, however they still do make the Excel line which includes a glass cranking rod you might like. It lists for a bit more than you're indicated you're looking to pay but if you look around a bit you can get one for just over a hundred bucks. A-Jay http://www.lamiglas.com/prod_indiv.php?groupid=65

A Texas rigged Skirt & Plastic combo can be really deadly. Fish it deep, fish it shallow, fish it in any cover or fish it in open water; you're only limited by your own imagination. (and the size of the weight) A-Jay

There ya go - Thanks J Be careful out there. A-Jay

I thought that little orange / red colored deal was a pfd - If it's not, and he continues that technique - we're looking at a dead man walking. A-Jay

I was thinking that - but I've been there a few times. I have these vague memories of being towed down and off a few rock jetties by determined striped bass in the middle of a winter's night on the Jersey shore. The right tackle and planning ahead makes a difference. Of course, you have to stick to the plan. A-Jay

I just spent a week on Lake Baccarac in Mexico. The guides recommended and use 17-20 mono line as the rock and wood cover there is brutally abrasive. I have been a braid/mono leader user for the last several years. While there I used 20lb Maxima and Big Game exclusively. Both handled very nicely and did there part to land some of the biggest bass I've ever caught. I'll admit that I am rethinking my line choice after this experience. A-Jay

Holy Smokes - The man was definitely committed to doing whatever it took to land that Trophy salmon. The life jacket and the Long rod came in handy as we went down river, literally. I'm guessing here but that water was probably a might bit chilly. He probably losses that fish a good percentage of the time, so there was some good fortune there as well. A-Jay

WTG ~ ! Sweet Bass - Congrats. A-Jay

Cool Pics ~ And you didn't pick up anything ? Isn't there a Japanese Bait Monkey ? You're a strong Human. Don't leave home without it" - "It's everywhere you want to be" - What's in your wallet?" "There are some things money can't buy."- "Don't leave home without it" ~ All this would have been ringing in my head the whole time . . . . A-Jay

Way to Go ~ ! Pretty Bass - Congrats. A-Jay

Congrats ~ ! That's a Gorgeous fish. A-Jay

I didn't forget it Jeff, I purposely omitted that particular pattern. As you know, Baby Grennel is a special run custom color by LC and very rarely available. I lock mine in the safe . . . . A-Jay

Very Nice ~ And what a wide array of Multi-species action. Looks and sounds like you worked hard and were rewarded for it with several fine catches. Thank you for sharing your trip. A-Jay

Hope to be heading to Lake Erie soon to do battle with a few Mutant Smallies - Decided to add some Natural Patterns to my Lucky Craft Pointer Jerkbait collection. Sweet colors too ~ Pointer 128 - Brown Trout Slender Pointer 127MR - Musky Pointer 128 - Musky Pointer 100 - Brown Trout Pointer 100DD - Aurora Craw Pointer 128 - MS Gun Metal Shad Pointer 100DD - Red Musky Pointer 100DD - Aurora Green Perch Pointer 100DD - Brown Trout Pointer 100 - Small Mouthbass Pointer 100 - Lake Trout - American Ame Masu Pointer 128 - Aurora Craw Pointer 100DD - Baby Bluegill Pointer 100DD - Keta Bass Pointer 100 - Aurora Craw Pointer 100 - Red Musky Pointer 100 - Walleye Slender Pointer 127MR - MS MJ Herring Pointer 100DD - Musky Slender Pointer 127MR - RS MS American Shad Pointer 128 - MS American Shad Pointer 100DD - Walleye A-Jay

I know what that's like - the few who were witness - they never let you forget it either . . . A-Jay

Meeting the Zen Master had to be cool - he does look a little Bushed . . . . . . . A-Jay

I guess - but it's still funny. A-Jay

Can't speak for them all, but late last season I did take a few decent smb on the Rainbow Smelt & the Yellow Perch Jerkbaits. And I'll be hoping to duplicate that success here again in a few weeks. A-Jay

Those numbers above paint a pretty bleak picture, but they do represent an estimate from 2006 to 2010 or 2011. I did a quick search, and just as a point of reference, I found some interesting stats. Between the years 2001 and 2005 (81,634) people where murdered on the streets of America. Between the years 2001 and 2006, (104,140) people where killed in drunk driving accidents. If you combine the total murders and drunk driving deaths just from the years 2001-2007 in the United States the death toll is (201,140) people. It's a tough world. A-Jay

This is my pick - Mustad TG76BLN "Ultra-Point" KVD Elite Treble Hook The Mustad TG76BLN "Ultra-Point" Kevin Van Dam Elite Treble Hook features an opti-angle needle points which are chemically sharpened for superior penetration. These 2x short 1x strong treble hooks are great replacements for standard hooks found on crankbaits jerkbaits and virtually any lure with trebles. Kevin Van Dam and Mustad developed these hooks for the toughest fishing conditions. The advanced hook design ensures a 100% full power hookset with the TG76BLN. As for the sizes, each bait requires a certain size, though some personal preference does come into play. You can usually find hook sizes on the lure manufactures web page. A-Jay