Everything posted by A-Jay
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Latest Catch Pics Thread
Nicely Done ~ It was only a matter of time. Congrats A-Jay
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Working to Stay Lean ~
Push 1 today. Chest, Shoulders, Triceps & finished with some core work. #borninfiftynine https://youtu.be/DsIxLBQAvN8?feature=shared A-Jay
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A-Jay's Annual Ice Out / Open Water Countdown Thread ~
Oh this ought to be a good time ~ A-Jay
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Vanford vs. the new Stradic
Haven't fished it yet but it Feels great in my hand . As a big time St Croix blank fan boy, and already having the last Avid X version, along with several from other ST Croix lines, I can not imagine a scenario where I would not love the thing. In fact after getting it I was already 'shopping' for a "M" spinner stick and even a couple of casting rods versions. For the price it's just very decent. Also I am moving away from split grips and any replacements made will be full cork. Just how I roll. A-Jay
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The boat market is crashing
Boat motor and trailer package prices may vary slightly from time to time. Might even save a few bucks. However I Never expect them to drop drastically. Ever. Especially to where something is not affordable now, but could be later. Nope. Life is short, get it now if you can. A-Jay
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Winter 2023-2024
Heading out for the 'milk & bread' right after my workout this morning. Then we'll be hunkering down for a while. Probably fill the wood stove just in case too. A-Jay
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Lake Baccarac Lodge In Mexico
OK and I would take that delicious flat fish in a Michigan Minute ~ ! Enjoy the Vac-Ca . . . A-Jay
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Lake Baccarac Lodge In Mexico
Might have an empty seat ~ Any interest ? No solid dates yet, (Nov) but I'm hoping to have them very soon. A-Jay
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Lake Baccarac Lodge In Mexico
There's something happening here ~ What it is ain't exactly clear . . . . . Might Be . . . Could it Be ? ? There's definitely a grumbling. A-Jay
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Working to Stay Lean ~
Thanks and good for you. Nutrition is a biggie for sure. For me it's like the engine that drives the train. It might be just a mind set but when my diet & hydration are on point, just about everything else falls in line; training, recovery, sleep, appetite and most importantly, I don't want to waste my efforts so I can't wait to get back into the gym. I'm no spring chicken and I have no idea how long this will last, but I'm going to take it as far as this old bag of bones will allow. Stay Right my friend. A-Jay
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Hover without FFS?
Been around a while ~ A-Jay
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Introducing the Newest Member of Our Pack ~
Ah Yea, not really interested in coming back in the house just yet ~ #tankslife A-Jay
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Flat-sided crankbait recommendations
If I could only fish ONE flat-sided crank, it would be the 6th Sense Crush Flat 75X Crankbait in Baby Bluegill. A-Jay 10 years of reliable service for me. https://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/134908-favorite-square-bill/?do=findComment&comment=1500595
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Vanford vs. the new Stradic
Just happen to click a pic of the spinning reels today prior to giving them some TLC. Some are a little older than others but I like them all and fish them pretty hard. Not a fan of double handles on spinners however. A-Jay
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Winter 2023-2024
She's gassed up and ready to go ~ And Tank's always ready ~ A-Jay
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Winter 2023-2024
We're getting typically hammered with lake effect - been coming down since 10 am. I've already got plans to blast away whatever's there in the morning to make room for the load that's coming. Everyday starting tomorrow and going straight through until Next Monday. Should end up with a couple of feet anyway. Ask me again why I have the AT4 ? A-Jay
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Working to Stay Lean ~
The new workout starts with a Leg Day. Went well. I'll be interested to see how my humanness responds and recovers from these. Short term & long term. Time will tell. #borninfiftynine A-Jay
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A-Jay's Annual Ice Out / Open Water Countdown Thread ~
85 Days ~ Winters on it's way back to the local area . . . Seems most times the forecast calls for "locally higher amounts possible" that means waist deep drifts for us. Good times A-Jay
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Tough Low Profile Reels
Any 1/2 oz plus single hook moving bait. It's no secret that I like a Mod fast stick. So where a lot of bassheads might prefer a MH or H fast graphite blank. I prefer this deal. Including bottom contact baits. A-Jay
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Tough Low Profile Reels
https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/catpage-DAIWAROD.html?from=basres A-Jay
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Tough Low Profile Reels
I took a flyer on a couple of these sticks late last season. It's a TW branded number. I will keep this very btief and simple. I FREAKING LOVE THIS ROD. Matched with the Elite reel, I want to fish it all day. Sensative, parabolic with decent components. Love the full cork. IMO. for the $$$ it's the ultimate sleeper. Bottom line, and why I like it so much, it fishes like the sticks of years past. Actually loads on the cast, loads on the hookset and puts big fish in the net. With authority. Baits where that is benefical seem ideal. A-Jay
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Jerkbaits and 110 Jr specific question
I don't fish the reg 110 jr. So I have no real world experience to pass on. Also my experience with the MB 110 +2 has been less than ideal. Baits casts and runs like I expected, plenty deep too. But I have not been able to get bites on them. Whatever the magic sauce is, I can't seem to tap into it. Accordingly I'll be selling them here in a month or so. Along with a fairly decent load of various other baits. A-Jay
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Love New Truck Day ~
Not sure a unit with 100K of who knows what kind of miles, that needs repairs can be considered a quality control issue. Irregardless, the 2024 GMC Sierra AT4 I am currently driving is anything but a nightmare. Awesome is considerably more appropiate. A-Jay
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Tough Low Profile Reels
I have purchased a couple rods from Amazon a while back and that went OK. Interestingly enough, I have received I think 3 Shimano castings reels from TW that arrived not in a "factory sealed box". I've bought enough reels to know the difference. Meaning they were either demo's or returned items. Either way, not what I paid for so they were all returned. And I did get "New & Sealed' replacement reels without a problem. Buyer beware. A-Jay
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Jerkbaits and 110 Jr specific question
Big fan of that 110 Jr +1 - gets big bites for me on brown bass. Running depth can be a variable that is determined by a few factors. I'd say that right out of the box, stock baits on the rigs mentioned above, would see something like 7 ft on a long cast with FC mainline or leader. And a little less with mono. A-Jay https://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/233534-megabass-vision-oneten1-jr-~/?do=findComment&comment=2702069 https://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/233534-megabass-vision-oneten1-jr-~/?do=findComment&comment=3019438