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I had to start using wire - it was that bad - but in a good way A-Jay

Yup - just decent medium/heavy bass gear is usually sufficient. Even if you go the big live bait route, only a small step up in tackle would really be necessary. Though I don't like to admit, my biggest pike have all come while I was bass fishing and not actually targeting pike. I'm good that way. A-Jay

I know - you guys haven't come close to cleaning up the Last Two - Quick - Run out and buy the Milk & Bread A-Jay

I bet ya no one's envying this . . . A-Jay http://www.weather.com/weather/alerts/localalerts/49735?phenomena=WS&significance=W&areaid=MIZ022&office=KAPX&etn=0003

U.S.C.G. Search & Rescue / Law Enforcement / Training 28 years - Retired A-Jay

Similar deal for me too. I feed a wood stove all winter and that's like a job. A-Jay

Interesting ~ In my case, I don't think target range will be a concern. However, a powder burn might come into play. A-Jay

Oh Yea, I like that. ~ and don't forget that trailer hook - preferably a Big Treble. A-Jay

Family history indicates that these are not optional for me, instead I believe a Buff is more along the lines of "Survival Equipment". So, YES, I wear them. A-Jay

I use a braid w/mono leader system and the kvd LC goes on all the spools used for leader material. I like it. A-Jay

I think that's what makes it even funnier. A-Jay

Man walks into a bank and say to the teller in the window "I want to open a ******* checking account". The astonished woman replies "Sir, that kind of language is not tolerated in this bank" The women then leaves the window to tell the Bank Manager of her situation. The Manager agrees that the woman should not have to listen to that type of language. They both return to the window and the Manager asks the man "what seems to be the problem here?" "There is no ******* problem" the man explains, "I just won $200 million in the dam lottery and I want to put my money into this dam bank". Oh....I see" say the bank manager, "and is this ***** giving you a hard time, Sir ?"

It's just so encouraging to hear how excited you are regarding this spine tingling sport. I see no reason why you shouldn't turn your drive way into a year round curling rink. If you build it Doug ~ they will come . . . . . . A-Jay

Nice Job ~ Those first bites most have been very exciting and quite encouraging. Looks like a good place for a couple of automatic fish feeding units. A-Jay

All things being equal - I buy the best bait that I don't have to change the hardware on - A-Jay

Cool Photo ~ Nice Bass A-Jay

I'm am also a die hard braid w/mono leader guy - & that is a Great Article right there. A-Jay

Had quite a bit of training on Hypothermia but clearly not an expert. Certainly an event driven occurrence and a Medical Emergency for sure, however I have not heard of individuals becoming more or easily susceptible to the condition as a result of being in that situation previously. When treating the patient, "Have you ever had Hypothermia before?" was not a question or consideration. It's been a while, perhaps it's changed. Either way, what you're saying is You Were pretty cold eh . . . . A-Jay

Check out the Pro Locker Rod Bag - TW sells one, but is not the only source of supply. Besides being used for storage, when laid out flat on your front deck it might be what you're looking for. A-Jay

That's great to hear - but not be a surprise. Regardless of the model, using the gear responsibly and maintaining it usually results in plenty of faithful service. A-Jay

I own several models of Quantum reels and I am a fan. Though I do not own that particular reel, the Kinetic model is a mid to lower level quality reel. Doesn't mean it's a bad product but like anything you have to expect that a certain level of performance will come with a reel sold in a plastic bubble wrap and carrying a lower price tag. At that level, models from most companies are designed and built with components that match the price they ask for them. You simply have to decide what you want and what you're willing you pay for it. A-Jay

PM sent A-Jay

With no children in the house and very few if any "visitors", we keep it quite accessible and only a pump away from "Here Comes the Boom". A-Jay

We went Vintage Newspaper ~ btw - did they have cameras way back then? A-Jay

This young man clearly has a very bright future in Politics. A-Jay http://www.wimp.com/deniallevel/