A-Jay

As mentioned already - using an open trailer hook on a bait that is designed to be fished in a structure / cover environment is an example of using the wrong tool for the job. Jigs have weed guards - if you don't need this feature - either cut it back or use an open / bare hook designed jig head. I see no problem using a trailer hook on any bait in open water but there is probably another bait better suited for that situation other than using a one with weed guard protected hook and an open hook on the same bait. Hook setting problems when jig fishing are sometimes not associated with the jig itself. Could be a situation where the rod and / or line choice is contributing to poor hook up ratio. A-Jay

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OK Jeff - I'm looking forward to checking that handle out this spring - might have to invest in a few myself. A-Jay

Welcome to BR ~ ! A thermometer is a valuable tool - might as well have one. A-Jay

How about A gift card . . . . . A-Jay

Thanks Doug ~ Same to you and yours. btw - the verbiage in your post is a little Too Accurate. A-Jay

Thanks ~ ! I used Sufix 832 Braid Lo-Vis Green most of this past season - no complaints. A-Jay

Not a very favorable review - A couple of questions - Were you using a mono or flouro leader ? Also what rod and lure were you throwing ? Thanks for taking the time. A-Jay

Dear Santa, How are you? How is Mrs. Claus? I hope everyone, from the reindeer to the elves, is fine. I have been a very good boy this year. I would like an X - Box 360 with Call of Duty IV and an iPhone 5 for Christmas. I hope you remember that come Christmas Day. Merry Christmas, Timmy Jones * * Dear Timmy, Thank you for your letter. Mrs. Claus, the reindeer and the elves are all fine and thank you for asking about them. Santa is a little worried with all the time you spend playing video games and texting. Santa wouldn't want you to get fat. Since you have indeed been a good boy, I think I'll bring you something you can go outside and play with. Ho-Ho-Ho & Merry Christmas! Santa Claus * * Mr. Claus, Seeing that I have fulfilled the "naughty vs. Nice" contract, set by you I might add, I feel confident that you can see your way clear to granting me what I have asked for. I certainly wouldn't want to turn this joyous season into one of litigation. Also, don't you think that a jibe at my weight coming from an overweight man who goes out once a year is a bit trite? Respectfully, Tim Jones * * Mr. Jones, While I have acknowledged you have met the "nice" criteria, need I remind you that your Christmas list is a request and in no way is it a guarantee of services provided. Should you wish to pursue legal action, well that is your right. Please know, however, that my attorney's have been on retainer ever since the Burgermeister Meisterburger incident and will be more than happy to take you on in open court. Additionally, the exercise I alluded to will not only improve your health, but also improve your social skills and potentially help clear up a complexion that looks like the bottom of the Burger King fry bin most days. Very Truly Yours, S Claus * * Now look here Fat Man, I told you what I want and I expect you to bring it. I was attempting to be polite about this but you brought my looks and my friends into this. Now you just be disrespecting me. I'm about to tweet my boys and we're gonna be waiting for your fat butt and I'm taking my game console, my game, my phone, and whatever else I want. WHAT EVER I WANT, MAN! T - Bone * * Listen Pizza Face, Seriously??? You think a dude that breaks into every house in the world on one night and never gets caught sweats a skinny G - banger wannabe? "He sees you when you're sleeping; He knows when you're awake". Sound familiar, genius? You know what kind of resources I have at my disposal. I got your stuff wired, Jack. I go all around the world and see ways to hurt people that if I described them right now, you'd throw up your Totino's pizza roll all over the carpet of your mom's basement. You're not getting what you asked for, but I'm still stopping by your crib to stomp a mud hole in you're butt and then walk it dry. Chew on that, Petunia. S Clizzy from the Pole * * Dear Santa, Bring me whatever you see fit. I'll appreciate anything. Timmy * * Timmy, That's what I thought, you little dork. Santa

I am ready for some football ~ And that looks like a Double Jumbo Set right there ! Nice Job . . . . . A-Jay

They didn't ever expect to be Looking UP at the bear ~ A-Jay

Half way through a pretty decent Snow Shower, I received my Christmas "Loot". A big Thank You to Siebert Outdoors for the fine selection of Jigs and the Bonus Spinnerbait. Happy Holidays All. A-Jay

A Lucky Craft 128 is Not Too BIG ! A-Jay

Black ~ although a cap color that's the same as the reel body would be cool. A-Jay

Next Season I will have my sights on "hitting for the Cycle" For me that would be to land a smb over 21", a lmb over 22", a walleye over 29" and a pike over 40" all in the same fishing season. All of these catches are eligible for the state's Master Angler Awards Program. (Catch & Release only) But Well before the season opens here in April, I hope to Break the Lake Record lmb on Lake Baccarac ! ! ! (or at least net it for one of my friends ) A-Jay

I was thinking the same thing - also Chris, please consider capturing one of these epic battles on video - I, for one, could definitely stand to learn how it's done. A-Jay

Good enough. Ever think about adding a trailer hook to a scrounger ? Especially when trailing a longer type plastic like those big flukes. A-Jay

Hey Jeff, The Luck-E-Strike Scrounger Jig Head comes with a Gamakatsu hook. I just got a few ~ 1/2oz with a 4/0 and 3/4oz with a 5/0. Hook is decent - seems a little small bit is sticky sharp. I will note that it's not overly heavy gage wire, which might be something we'll be looking for. A-Jay

Wait for it . . . . . I heard they will take a 5 or a 10 quite eagerly, folded length-wise of course. You might take a bit of a beating . . . . A-Jay

My guess is either Oprah Winfrie's birthday party or breakfast with Roseanne Barr. A-Jay

Chartreuse Sexy Shad, Chrome Sexy Shad, Gold Sexy Shad and although I haven't tried it yet, that 18kt Tennessee Shad looks pretty sweet. If you haven't tried the silent versions yet, I would highly recommend it. In my clear water conditions they really shine but I have had surprising success working them through somewhat turbid conditions as well. A-Jay

Nice - That must have been quite an experience. Charlie Moore and the man with the longest . . . name in baseball. A-Jay

X2 ~ Everything in Moderation ~ Including Moderation. A-Jay

Welcome to BR ~ ! And that has got to be the Introduction of the year . . . . . A-Jay

Welcome to BR ~ ! This site contains a ton of info on many subjects - Just so happens Lake Management is one of them. Check it out . . . A-Jay http://www.bassresource.com/lake-management/