A-Jay

Welcome back ~ Nice Bass too A-Jay

I thought you were going to say that the bass rub up your bait for you and that they do a bang up job ! #255 A-Jay

And that's When It Happened ! #crazybigbass ? A-Jay

Agreed ~ And I was dropping a comment here to say this very thing. For me the bold type above falls into the "timing" category. Which I think most of us agreed in @Mobasser February Hawg Hunter thread plays a fairly important role in this deal and can be the toughest nut to crack at times. Finally, I'd encourage the OP as well as any and all bassheads on a similar pursuit, Not to place a time frame on your success. If we stay committed to this, and a big part of committed means fishing bodies of water that actually have the fish we're hoping to catch, it can very well happen. But we must remember, Nadine is and will always be, on Nadine time. Good Luck A-Jay

I say have your older reels serviced by a professional just one time and see what you think. I'm betting you'll be pleasantly surprised at what you get back. Reel performance often deteriorates over time. Like most anything with moving parts used near water, servicing them regularly is a solid plan. A-Jay

Please accept my condolences for the loss of your brother. A-Jay

Total Body 2 this morning. Started with single leg training. Step Back Lunge with front leg elevated, Leg Extension, Calf Press, Overhead Shoulder Press, Weighted Under Grip Pull Up, and a Leaning Press. Performed three working sets of each, showing the last one here. #borninfiftynine When your passion and purpose are greater than your fears and excuses, you will find a way A-Jay

They need to be super fresh but I've wiped out a few raw bars all on my own. #tasteslikethesea A-Jay

Nicely Done Congrats A-Jay

Sorry about your Dad Clayton. A-Jay

I was net man again ~ All Day ! A-Jay

Enjoyed my scheduled day off on Thursday (went fishing) plus an extra 'active rest day' on Friday (insert yardwork). Back at it this morning with Total Body 1. My performance in the vertical leg press is steadily improving. Hoping that continues. #borninfiftynine A-Jay

I'd say that the straight short wire loop connection is probably strong vs even a quality clip. I fish baits that have both and have never had a failure of either. That said, unless I'm targeting something bigger & meaner than a green or brown bass, like big redfish for example, I'm good with either. A-Jay

Just got another one ~ This one was done in by The Gopher Hawk ~ Somewhat different trap design but still mostly effective. Fresh tunnels are the secret sauce. My dog will often help point them out. A-Jay

Congrats ! A-Jay

Hello Steve and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

Some very stout looking bass Nicely Done A-Jay

Been doing battle with moles for many years. In the beginning I tried a variety of 'methods'. Failed miserably. Finally went for this deal. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XTVMF4H/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1#customerReviews Only thing that works for me. I have 5 traps and they have accounted for well over 100 kills in the past few years. Some days it's pretty ugly (in a good way). I know I will never eliminate them but controlling them a bit helps my sanity & my lawn. Some tips to make the most effective use of these traps: Move them often. I usually moved the traps at least once a day (if not twice) while walking a dog. Place the traps on the newest and most active feeding tunnel. I usually scouted the whole property before determining where to place them. Smash down all the other tunnels you are not actively trapping so you can track new activity. If the activity looks like tree branches then place the trap in one of the forks of the branch. Moles often go back and forth so they don't have to dig new tunnels. Wear a clean disposable glove when touching the trap. If you touch a trap with your bare hand or your dog touched it then spray it down with scent killing spray like that used for deer hunting. Moles can smell everything. Don't go chasing volcanoes. While they are enticing, the holes are vertical and the moles rarely get close to the top. I did get one right next to a volcano but there were many, many other attempts that were futile. Patience and persistence. It was over three weeks before I caught my first mole and many periods where it was nearly a month between catches. It is also frustrating when you get a mole and then a new one moves in. Currently most of the moles are gone so mostly I check the perimeters for any new activity. More traps and more movement will result in faster results. I started with two traps and couldn't keep up. I bought three more and started making progress. Keep in mind that I moved them once or twice a day. It's a war ! Good Luck A-Jay

YES ~ ! And I immediately lose all respect for any bass foolish enough to take a poke at old 4 eyes. A-Jay

So I guess I'm doing right then. A-Jay

The Silver Buddy is one I actually carry and regularly catch fish on. I break out the Mann's 1 minus & Fred Arbogast Mud Bug when I'm feeling nostalgic. I can't find my pink Rattle Trap, but I'll keep looking. A-Jay

I have two (3000) they are super sweet reels. REALLY wish I had purchased a 3 or 4 more when they were available. They match very nicely with the AGS rods . . . A-Jay

Mega Strike https://youtu.be/a-ocVmjF3SA?t=117 A-Jay

Hello and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

Got it ~ Thank You. A-Jay