Glenn

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I use the BassResource buff because it's contoured to cover your neck front and back. http://www.bassresource.com/fishing-apparel/

Classic mind game! LOL! The guy probably has no intention of fishing it, but he succeeded on getting into your head. That said, there are no "secret" spots anymore. I'm convinced of that. Once satellite imagery became widely available, all the "hidden" spots were exposed to everyone. Many spots that I once knew for sure nobody knew about, are often occupied by one or more boats on any given day now. And I spent a lot of time finding them on my own before technology made it easy! However, I've now learned that with few exceptions, tournaments can be won in multiple ways on any given body of water on any given day. If you've found only one spot you can bank on, you haven't fished that water enough. In many lakes I fish, the problem I have isn't finding and defending a couple of spots, it's figuring out what areas I'm NOT going to fish - simply because there's too many! In one lake alone, I have over 1,800 waypoints marked - all of them will produce fish at some point. So I have no problem finding an unoccupied spot and catching fish from it - and nobody can get into my head either. Now go out and start marking!

It's called "respect", and it goes both ways. I was a non-boater for 12 years before I got my own boat. During that time, not only did I offer to pay for 1/2 the gas costs (including towing), but also made myself useful in other ways, such as backing the rig down the ramp (boy did I ever learn how to back up dozens of different setups!), operating the trolling motor while the boater re-rigged in wind, etc.. I also made sure I didn't bring too much with me, cleaned up after myself, treated the boat as if it were my own, and brought my own lunch/water, etc. In essence, I was self-sufficient and therefore, less "bother" for the boater. And if the opportunity presented itself, I'd buy him breakfast or lunch. The only complaint I received is that I talk too much! LOL! I also became a member of an "inner circle" of non-boaters in my club where we exchanged notes about boaters. It didn't take long before everyone knew who were the stand-up guys, and who to avoid - you know, the ones who felt they were doing you a favor, who felt you were "beneath" them, and that you owed them for the privilege. You also found out about the guys who would "front seat" you, and limit your chances of catching fish. Now, as a boater, I treat all my non-boaters with the same courtesy and respect i had as a non-boater. No, I don't expect them to pay anything, although I graciously accept when offered (some people are insulted when you don't accept). I try to leave areas untouched for them to fish (and sometimes even point them out if they miss too many), and in general, try to make their day enjoyable. But really what it boils down to is communication. Setting up expectations ahead of time goes a long ways folks. I'm not a guide and tell people that. It's just a couple of buddies going fishing, having a good time. If it's a tournament, I want to hear their thoughts and put together a game plan we both feel will work. Most of all, I let them know how much space they have for their gear, what items to bring (such as a life jacket), and when/where to meet me. And if it's a fun fishing trip, I get a feel for when they want to be off the water. Hope that helps!

Perhaps of interest... http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-videos/line-twist-spinning-reel.html

We use Rod Gloves (mesh, not neoprene). I have one color, my wife has another. Makes it real easy to find his-n-hers rods. Tip for keep from losing the covers: When the sleeve gets caught on a eye, it compresses and "loads up". When it comes free, the cover will want to shoot off the rod. To prevent this from happening, keep a grip on the bottom opening of the sleeve at all times. That way, when the sleeve tries to launch itself, you have a hold of it; and it won't get away from you. Good luck!

Ya, how is Tim Tebow these days? Oops! Sorry. What were we talking about?

Here's the information you seek... http://www.bassresource.com/fish_biology/tagging-fish.html http://www.bassresource.com/fish_biology/tagging-bass.html http://www.bassresource.com/fish_biology/radion-tagging-fish.html http://www.bassresource.com/fishing_lures/fishtagger.html

I fish heavy current. Downsize as needed for slower current.

Green pumpkin Yum dinger, wacky rigged on a 1/2oz football head jig 3" green pumpkin or watermelon tube and a 1/2oz open jig or split shot (mojo rig). Done.

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