A-Jay

smalljaw67 - Thank you very much Sir. A-Jay

Thanks Glenn. A-Jay

For anyone using this reel as a cranking reel - How do you like it ? I'd appreciate any and all feed back you'd be willing to provide. Thanks in advance A-Jay

Yes, what was that ? I went back to check it out later that day and it had vanished. I thought it was losing it, but then again I always think that. A-Jay

So Many threads routinely go completely unanswered/unresponded to and so far this one has 5 pages. But I'm not complaining. A-Jay

The benefits of BR membership for me have been many. It 's the Least I could do. Pay it forward. A-Jay

Some experienced anglers may tell you that the desire and willingness to learn, experiment and improve your skills as a fisherman could help you enjoy this sport to its fullest. I believe that you'll learn what size fish jigs catch - by fishing them. A-Jay

First enjoying the sensation of the drag working as line peels off my reel and then suddenly realizing . . . . that I forgot the camera. A-Jay

Man - I hope you're right Dwight. A-Jay

I played around with this a bit last season. I was fishing a mid lake hump/flat with light to medium weed clumps in 8-12 fow. Drop shotting a small creature bait was taking fish from around the clumps. But by bumping the rig up a bit I was able to penetrate the weeds and get a few more bites. On Medium casting tackle I went to 30lb braid w/12-15lb Big Game mono leader which worked well to get the bass up and out of the cover. I could have simply thrown a Texas rig plastic or jig also but I liked being able to hang the bait in their face. I plan on applying this in some other situations this year. A-Jay

Cool Show - Zona's really living it up - a couple of shows at the Kingfisher Society and then he gets to play tug-a-war with the gorilla's at Falcon . . . . must be nice. A-Jay

Nice fish Dwight, Congrats. That boat ride sounded like it was pretty intense as well. A-Jay

I did see that - And it's harder to do than it looks. Took me a while to the rhythm right and some baits just will not do it. A-Jay

Really - Did you tell them you were a "Squid" ? That usually helps. A-Jay

This is true. Another way to look at it might me you are fortunate enough to have multiple Federal, State and Local agencies that are trained and ready to provide every type of assistance any mariner might require. A-Jay

Sounds Good - BUT, do you Ever Catch anything ? A-Jay

Goliath Grouper Bass is what you meant to say - not that there is anything wrong with that. A-Jay

I never really liked that little bugger . . . . . A-Jay

Thank you. Man - that's just so good. And as gorgeous as that fish is - I'm grateful that you chose this particular photo as the "Day" itself is one I'll be happy to be out in again - as soon as possible. You're the man Dwight. A-Jay

Northstar makes a nice bait. (and is a BR Sponsor) A white on white bait that is a bit heavier and can be burner just under the surface is a very consistent producer for me, especially in clear water. A-Jay http://www.northstar...249/7791821.htm

I knew that - I'm anxious to try them out. A-Jay

Can I have your attention Please . . . . Paging Mr. Hottle, Paging Mr. Dwight Hottle - It's time - and I could REALLY use a good one right about now . . . . . . A-Jay

That's $666.67 an ounce ! Nice Job Kid A-Jay

First off, welcome to BR Second - Thank you for serving your country. Third, Please post up a photo of your DI's face when you get off the bus at basic training carrying a couple of casting rods. A-Jay

Sweet Bass ! Congrats - A-Jay