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Post of the Year for me. Thank you. A-Jay

I'm surprised it hasn't been mentioned - but I like Free Beer quite a bit. A-Jay

It's a mix & match deal for me too. Quantum, Shimano & Pflueger Reels mounted on an assortment of Quantum, Fenwick, Lamiglas and Kistler rods. A-Jay

Lake Erie - would love to upgrade. A-Jay

That was very cool ~ Some believe that our future is in outer space - This makes it eay to understand why . . . . . . . . A-Jay

You're still making it happen Dwight. Looks like good times were had by all. Very stout smallies right there ~ as usual. The weather looked fairly cooperative, at least in the photos. While playing poker, do you guys bet using jerkbaits ? I can see it now - "OK, I'll see your 3 deep husky jerks and raise you - 2 pointer 100's And a Smithwick ! " A-Jay

Not any More ! Nice fish man. A-Jay

Congrats on the PB ! That's a Real Trophy Bass. A-Jay

yea - sorry about that. A-Jay

Mike Iaconelli frequents these forums on occasion. So Mike, I'd like to hear from you. Most Bass fishing fans don't know you. Most will never meet you. Impression are built solely on how you choose to conduct yourself in the media. (fishing show, Tournaments, etc. ) Mr Iaconelli, you have many superior accomplishments in the fishing industry that you are undoubtedly proud of. They include: 2011 2nd Place Toyota Texas Bass Classic 2010 2nd Place Toyota Texas Bass Classic 2009 2nd Place Bassmaster Classic 2009 2nd Place FLW Forrest Wood Cup 2008 Stren Series Northern Division Points Champion 2008 Winner Stren Series Northern Division Event at Kerr Lake 2006 Bass Angler of the Year 2006 Winner BASS Southern Challenge 2005 Winner FLW Chevy Open 2003 Bassmaster Classic Champion 2002 Winner Georgia Tour 1999 Winner Vermont Top 150 1999 Wrangler Angler 1998 Winner BFL Champlain 1998 NJ B.A.S.S. Federation Mr. Bass 1997 Redman Points Champion 1994 Winner NC Top 100 Amateur Division Is "going Ike" also one of those accomplishments ? A-Jay

I'm on the water 2-5 days a week spring and fall and nights in the warmer months. A-Jay

Congrats ! So that umbrella rig is really working for ya . . . . . . . . A-Jay

You're a funny guy - but you're right ~ A-Jay

I know - but you just have to admire their willingness to help out. A-Jay

Meet Roxanne - "Roxi" for short. We sprung her from the local animal shelter. She was listed as a mix of Pit bull and Timber wolf ? ? ? We didn't see that - we recognized her as a Dutch Shepard, ( a Brindle colored Belgian Malinois) fairly uncommon breed that is often mistaken for something else. Either way, at 7 months old shes a fantastic little lady with a great temperament. She seems intelligent and very eager to please. Often used as Service and Search and Rescue dogs, there is little doubt Roxi will keep us on our toes. We love how a puppy always breaths life into the pack and I have a new running partner. A-Jay

OK - In the last two days the bite for lmb has picked up considerably. Haven't seen any beds yet but much of the local population is shallow and very cooperative. Mostly smaller fish so far. I've been probing that first break looking for the fat girls. Today looks sweet and I'm heading out . . . . . . . . . . . Retirement is good. A-Jay

Congratulations - on both losing the body fat and meeting your PF goals. A-Jay

I don't even know what to say about this one . . . . . . . . But it is fairly entertaining A-Jay http://www.bitoffun....-launch-fun.htm

Haven't tried them all - but out of the ones I have tried - Owner Wide Gap Plus gets it done. A-Jay

This season is starting out a little slow - hope things pick up soon - like today perhaps ~ A-Jay

I hear ya - I made post (and picture) in the spirit of the day and in jest. I am not a big consumer of alcohol and have a beer or two a few times a year. I prefer to be clear headed and for me, consumptioin does not help with that. To each his own. A-Jay

No - but I think that's my waitress . . . . . A-Jay

Not really sure ~ The name keeps changing every time I order another one. A-Jay

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Congrats ~ love stick'en a good one at the end of the day, makes the trip that much more special . . . . . especially when is a new P B ! How good did That hook set feel ? A-Jay