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Doesn't sound like there's BOAT in any of these scenarios. A-Jay

Thanks for sharing ~ So is that green bass tools then ? A-Jay

So glad you're feeling better. Changes everything. I'm stepping into a push workout right now. Don't let the old man in. Stay well my friend. A-Jay

I use spit & glue ~ A-Jay

Is that where they got Reeltree from ? A-Jay

54 days and Things are looking up ! A-Jay

You're Welcome and you've surely earned it. Scoured the web for the 5.2 - Am I pumped, ah Yea ! A-Jay

Out-Rageous ~ What week you're having ! And getting it all on video is The Best. btw - I think it's only fair to tell you that, You're costing me money . . . . $$$$$$ #DRIFTFRY A-Jay

Nice ~ Cue the Hot Fat my friend. A-Jay

I'm betting that little slice of heaven lake doesn't show up on many basshead's radar. And is kept very much on the down low. But I can Totally Relate #lakemenderlex A-Jay

Just purchased more jerkbaits. https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Strike_King_KVD_300_Sinking_Deep_Jerkbait/descpage-SKKVDDJ.html Seems it's a race at this point. I'll either sell all my gear, replace it with all new gear, or we'll get open water. Stay tuned A-Jay

I fish it both on spinning gear & casting gear. Both Medium sticks. So pick your poison. Pretty much my standard jerkbait gear. The secret sauce for me with this bait is the speed at which it's fished and where. (I know, not big news but hear me out) Seems best when I fish it super slow, with long pauses, which allows it to really accentuate that little shimmy/roll at rest. Early/late season cooler water time. Alternatively, I'll go pretty fast with like a nano-second of a pause. This requires quite a bit of angler effort but can be the deal. The other thing is I can fish it in super skinny water a LONG way from my rig, without having it gum up with spooge 3 feet into the cast. Over the tops of 2 feet of open water over dense weeds at low light is a tricky deal too. I do Like Mono vs FC for the shallowest water. A mono leader on spinning gear is good - make it long, like 20 feet long. Change the hooks and ditch the feathered tail treble, slows the bait unnecessarily. I talk smack about this bait all the time but I don't recall ever getting anything on video. (but you might notice I don't sell them). Might need to fix that. Good Luck A-Jay

It happens at some point just about every spring. Some years it's earlier than others. Can't really say what causes the timing exactly but I know when it happens. This wackier than normal warm winter might have something to do with it. Either way ~ I am so tired of reading & writing about bass fishing ! Just need get out on the water already . . . . . Man ! 55 Days to go. Hope I make it . . . . . . A-Jay

Legs 2 this morning. This one always gets my attention. Also, I'm not going to lie, I really like being able to do this stuff at my age. #borninfiftynine A-Jay

I have no problem Doubling Down on this frame of mind. In fact, I might even get this tattooed to my forehead. As for 'being good at that stuff' - IMO, that's where the work comes in. Doesn't just happen. Peace out. A-Jay

@AlabamaSpothunter THANK YOU very much for the detailed response. I really appreciate it. I am also a huge fan of that Keitech Super Round Tungsten Jighead - Been using it for several different applications for a while. Enjoy the sun. A-Jay

The effects of emersion are different for everyone and there are some factors not listed here that come into play. However there has to be a base line. So when the 'professionals' are en route to rescue you or are planning possible body recovery efforts, this is what they expect to find. Stay Safe. A-Jay

The many seasons of northern Michigan. The Spring of Deception started on Monday, but it really cranks today and Friday (2/8-2/9/24). We'll be Enjoying record warmth! A-Jay

A bonanza of Big Bass in the sunshine - hard to beat. Nicely Done & Congrats @AlabamaSpothunter btw - what jighead are you fishing that Jackall Drift Fry on? If you don't mind sharing. Thanks in Advance A-Jay

Besides getting bites for me, it's one of the very few baits (whole schools of) Brown Bass will follow all the way to the boat. Great fish locator. #mossbackshiner A-Jay

I did really like the Exhaust and CIA on the 2021 AT4 quite a bit. Wish they were able to leave it as is on the 2024. No intentions of going for an after market CAI unit as the install is a PIA - From what I can learn on line, need to dis-assemble half the front of the motor to install it. Sure seems like the older unit breathed better than this latest unit. A-Jay

I use this for backing. As for low memory ~ I sort of forgot where I put it. Not sure that counts though. A-Jay

Some supplemental Swinghead info - I catch a lot of smallies doing this. The two baits (heads) that address and satisfy my desires/needs are the RPE Tackle Tungsten Swinging Football Jig (No Hook) and the Freedom Tackle Stealth Swim Jig. The RPE rig is obviously Tungsten, come without a hook, can be purchased in bulk, and possesses a unique and very secure hook hanging system. I use the ½ & ¾ oz only here and do add an Owner Oval Split ring to the front line tie. Big Fan. The Freedom Tackle product is offered & sold as a complete bait. And while I do retain the hook & quality skirt that comes with the bait to use in different applications, for my swinghead fishing applications, I am just using the head. And what a killer head it is ! Available in different weights, the ½ & ¾ oz are lead and the ¼ oz offering is plastic – all have a very stout hook hanger. Haven’t had one fail yet. This head design fishes much different than the football head. It’s much more of a swimming, almost gliding action across & along the bottom; rather than bouncing & digging into it like the tungsten head will do. Superior for shallower & light weed areas. HUGE Fan of this one ! Trailers are either a SK Rage Bug or a Reins Punching Predator. I’ll add some color to them too. https://youtu.be/S4N47mqfUSA?feature=shared&t=298 https://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/211811-brown-bass-tools-~-questions-answers/?do=findComment&comment=2467689 Good Luck A-Jay

Those subwalk baits are just awful. They have been know to cause herpatoesis in California. I have been (self) designated as the National Subwalk disposal center. Please send any units directly to me Thank you in advance. 🤪 A-Jay

LOL~ I often feel there could be some of that floating around here every time I post up one of these. A-Jay