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After plenty of fishing and some recovery time, it's been 4 straight days since I've been in the home gym. Don't plan on making that a habit so I was back at it this morning with Workout Day 4. I did hit the target sets & reps I wanted. However, a little less resistance was required to keep the whole thing clean. #borninfiftynine A-Jay

The U.S. will celebrate Armed Forces Day 2024 on 18 May. This holiday pays tribute to the men and women who serve in all six branches of our military and acknowledges their dedication, sacrifices, and the pivotal role they play in safeguarding our nation's interests, security and ideals. These military personnel come from all backgrounds, serving together as one, and united by a common mission to defend and protect. And this diversity strengthens the armed forces, reflecting the rich tapestry of the nation they defend. Celebrating them on Armed Forces Day underscores their strategic significance and fosters a collective appreciation for their contributions to national defense and global stability. A-Jay

No doubt you're fishing some fertile habitats. 150 plus bass, a thick fish every 3 minutes, for three trips in a row, makes for one busy angler. I might need two naps. Congrats A-Jay

Like most any braid main line to leader application, size, type & length of the leader is usually dependent on where and what we're fishing for. For a big spinning reel off the beach with a mostly sand bottom, a lighter leader of 25-30 lb can often work OK, as long as you're not targeting giant fish or using 2 pounds of lead sinker. As for length, I prefer a longer one of at least twice (three times is better) than rod length. The first time the reel bail closes (prematurely) on the cast, you'll understand why. Especially with lighter braid main line. Good Luck. A-Jay

Two years in the making and Lynn has been able to build herself back up sufficiently to safely be back out on the water. Didn't really know if that was ever going to be possible. Should have never doubted her. She asked me to post this here - https://youtu.be/NowcU3kaWpU?feature=shared&t=21 Thank you again A-Jay

It was a cool sunny morning to start and the Old Town Canoe was put to use for the first time this season. Hope it's not the last. However the highlight of this trip is that I was not alone. Two years in the making and my wife Lynn has been able to build herself up sufficiently to safely be back out on the water. Didn't really know if that was ever going to be possible. Should have never doubted her. We picked a decent enough day as there were a few bass & plenty of pike around to keep our strings tight fairly consistently. We moved around a lot but we didn't care, we were making it happen. Fish ate Swimjigs, spinnerbaits, stick baits and a few on a vibrating jig. We didn't push it and if recovery goes well, we'll be back out there again. #grateful You tube cut the end off the the first video - I hate it when that happens. This is it ~ A-Jay

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From its most humble beginning to where it is now. Bass Resource is the web's oldest, largest, and most popular bass fishing site. Which includes the most active bass fishing forums in the world ! Seems like a pretty big deal to me. A-Jay

I have and use a mix of both the older & new LTB sticks, as well as a couple from the Victory line; one MH casting & one M spinning. They ARE ALL Killer rods but each one is a little different. Which one I like Might not be the same as which one you like. The LTB has always been my favorite stick but lately that Victory rod has been coming on strong . . . . Good Luck A-Jay

Swimjigs were the deal today ~ A-Jay

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Big Head on this Gator Pike ! A-Jay

LOL ~ Pretty sure he wanted a piece of my AZZ. 🙃 A-Jay

Have You Ever Caught A Snapping Turtle ? Does it count if it's in my yard ? A-Jay

Thanks ~ OK, here's what I've got. This fish ate a 1/2 oz SK RES I was throwing for SMB along a deep weedline. 7'4" cranking rod & 12 lb FC WITH Wire of course. Caught a decent one the day before in the same spot. I have a mostly raw video of this catch (pre-Go Pro's). So the quality's not the best. http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/181116-gators-were-chewing/#comment-2040936 It was a good one but I've caught a few that were just a long but bit quite a bit heavier. (insert thicker) A-Jay

Nice fish ! A-Jay

X2 ~ Me too. Good Stuff. A-Jay

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This fish finder sits in the back and does all the paddling ~ A-Jay

Hello Jordan and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

We are a fair distance away from the Atlantic Ocean, and May mornings are still often quite nippy. A-Jay

Can't ID that one @casts_by_fly~ Looks cool though. I'm hoping to capitalize on the anticipated infestation . . . #cicada A-Jay

Another killer trip ~ You're racking them up. Such a scenic & apparently super serene area to fish. Living the Dream Congrats A-Jay

Yup ~ Can't say for sure if it's "Exactly" that every time. I just give the mix a good shake and add it to the fuel. Bet it's pretty close though. A-Jay

On schedule with Workout Day 3. Had an effective off day yesterday. Got plenty to eat & drink with a good night sleep. Applied those efforts in the home gym this morning. Rarely let's me down. #borninfiftynine https://youtu.be/qkADTbHSzuk?feature=shared A-Jay