A-Jay

Hello Aaron and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

@Bluebasser86 & @Fishes in trees both nailed it. Truth is, getting hung up is as much a part of bass fishing as casting and if I'm not getting snagged occasionally, I'm probably fishing in the wrong place and not getting bit; especially for largemouth. Clearly, selecting the proper presentation for the situation is a prerequisite of help keeping hang ups to a minimum, but where no bait is totally snag proof, having a plan to free a few can save one some $$ and perhaps a little frustration. Getting hung up while throwing any crankbait into timber enough is almost inevitable. If I needed to do it from the bank, I may pick a different deal, something I could work through the deeper reaches of the area without trebles; perhaps a swimbait on a weighted hook or a soft jerkbait even. Both single hook deals that can effectively be presented deep and are easily 'walked" over & through most lumber situations effectively. Both catch bass. Finally, I do not have the 'extendable pole' type retriever as I'm rarely fishing water 'shallow' enough to use it effectively. However, I do use a home made 'hound dog' type on a long line most every trip I'm throwing baits in & around deep cover. Mine has the typical heavy weight, strong cord and 2 short lengths of 'chain'. If the weight doesn't knock it off and there is at least one hook exposed somewhere, the chain might snag it so I can yank it free. Doesn't always work but it's a whole lot better nothing. And finally, if you fish with fluorocarbon line (or leader) I'd encourage you not to totally lean on a snag while trying to free it. It doesn't recover from a heavy stretch like mono can and instead can will actually contribute to failure later on, and without any signs that anything is amiss. To Re-tie can also be a good plan. Good Luck A-Jay

Winning is Always Fun ! Certainly makes watching the games better when there's an expectation that your team will, at the very least, be in the game. First place now is a boost, but having the only winning record in a division will do that. With LA playing out of their minds the way they are, there's a decent chance they will be the one's to beat to get to the WS. Still a ton of games left to be played and we can all continue to 'manage our teams' from the couch. One of my favorite pastimes btw. Hope you continue to enjoy the ride. A-Jay

Hello and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

Hello and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

He's a sneaky bugger. A-Jay

Yes. A-Jay

Hello Jeremy and Congrats on your first post. Looks like you were really pacing yourself ~ Here's a couple of copies of that book but the $$ seems a little steep, must be a pretty good read. https://www.amazon.com/Knowing-Bass-Scientific-Approach-Catching/dp/159228616X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499541092&sr=8-1&keywords=knowing+bass%3A+the+scientific+approach+to+catching+more+fish A-Jay

This works for me . . A-Jay

I JUST starting using this product. So far I'm Very Impressed. I've been using this post trip - right at the ramp. Works nicely as an In-Between detail carry over / bridge. A-Jay

Hello Nolan and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ Here's a few thoughts for you; Braid is OK but you could add a length of mono or fluorocarbon leader and that might be better. And using your frog rod for a chatterbait might work OK but if you have a spinnerbait stick that might also be better. Frog rods are usually pretty beefy. A-Jay

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With 50% cloud cover and air temps is the low 60's here ~ Could be good but will be comfortable either way. . . A-Jay

I've been using Klasse All-in-One on everything for a long time - including new (black) truck & boat. Simply put - it does everything I want / need it to - Everything. And nothing I don't. "This unique formula dries just as quickly as it’s applied, so application is quick and easy with no risk of streaks or hazing. Klasse All In One Polish cleans as you apply it, removing light oxidation, minor swirl marks, old waxes, and other minor surface defects. Since it is non-abrasive and does not contain any silicones, it will not stain plastic, vinyl, or rubber trim pieces. Klasse All In One Polish is so versatile, it can be used on virtually any nonporous surface including fiberglass, gel coat, metal, glass, plastic, marble, vinyl, painted surfaces, and more—it’s even approved for marine and aviation use." http://klasseusa.com/kalsse-all-in-one.html A-Jay

That's cool coloring Blue. btw - it's looking pretty bright there for a 'night tournament' Is that the infamous Kansas Midnight sun" ? Complete with the newest rage straight from iCast - Night Derby Sunglasses . . (it's early and I need coffee apparently) A-Jay

Can't say, as I've not done anything like this for green bass. Try it and let us know. However this and floating a stick bait over them under a slip bobber, are the only two ways I have had success with when targeting truly suspended smallies out over deep water. I've tried a lot of other presentations and although they 'sound good' at the dock, brown bass totally ignore my attempts. I had all but given up on trying to catch these fish, which can make for a long summer (and a lot of deep drop shotting) but now when I do find them, it's a decent deal. On a side note; for me, the conditions have to be right - usually mean relatively calm, to light wind with little to no boating traffic (which seems to break up the bait which is needed to help concentrate the bass) Doesn't happen often. A-Jay

Hello Brad and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

@NHBull ~ Here you Go ~ This is Gold. Don't tell anyone else though . . . . A-Jay

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Allows me to say Na na - na na na to these guys . . . . . Totally worth it. A-Jay

Hello and Thank You for your Service ~ Welcome to Bass Resource A-Jay

Hello Daniel and Welcome to Bass Resource ~ A-Jay

You're doing it wrong. A-Jay

Sweet Summer Time Bass ~ Congrats A-Jay

Nice ~ but sort of looks like it would take 3 men & a boy to install & remove . . . . A-Jay