Everything posted by Darren.
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Newbie trying to catch smallmouth near Algonquin
Welcome aboard! Based on your pix, you have some lures that should work on smallies. I'd also encourage you to read as many of the articles on bassresource as you can, as well as tuning into the many videos on getting started.
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World Cup 2018
Argentina makes it through!!
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So why do people not use bobbers for bass fishing?
First of all, bass fishermen should call them "floats" instead of "bobbers" since it sounds more official ... Well, technically, floats are not the red/white ones. I have used and sometimes use pencil style or other Thill variety, even Asian variety of floats. My sons and I have caught very nice bass with a wacky worm rigged under a float. They work! Though for 99% of my bass fishing I do not use floats. Moreso with panfishing.
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Amateur hour in KS
Welcome aboard!
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World Cup 2018
Ronaldo decided to direct his PK to the goalie in order to show us he's human, LOL, just like Messi. Wish the games weren't at the same time in both slots!
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New to Tulsa, Oklahoma
Welcome aboard!
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World Cup 2018
I'll give you some lee-way on Messi and coaching. I don't know as much as you, likely As for Croatia's midfield. Yes. Dangerous and ... dangerous. The team that underestimates them loses. And Neymar. A true salesman. He should have been yellowed for his "sales job" in the box in the last game. That's part of my gripe with him. He's a salesman through and through. Fouls are acted upon like a Shakespearean actor. Good grief!
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World Cup 2018
Absolutely agree! I'd add Harry Kane to that list, but a distant third. He's been quite on point for England despite opponents. Croatia is a sleeper to go to quarter finals, I think. Heck, they have two of the best mid fielders in the game, so they could go further. Ronaldo is carrying Portugal, and he's doing an AMAZING job. Messi...has all but disappeared, but in his defense, I don't think Argentina is doing a good job of coaching or ... well, anything related to playing the beautiful game correctly or effectively. Spain is loaded, and Belgium is poised for glory if they can keep it rolling. Brazil has been "meh" for me. Nothing quite like the teams of old which were so fun and amazing. I just can't get in to Neymar like my sons can. He doens't "wow" me at all. Good, yes, great...maybe.
- What's more versatile 2000 or 2500
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World Cup 2018
Yeah, that and a few other fouls in the box in various games should have gone to VAR...
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World Cup 2018
Germany came out with one mission: win at all costs. Their loss to Mexico was humiliating for them. But Mex sure made a huge statement with that game. I forgot to add Mexico to my list of impressive teams. The reffing has actually been really good this year, and I love how VAR has assisted in correcting calls. Some calls tho, have been bad...
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My heart is broken
No, at least not to my knowledge. So I had to look it up! The Virginia Institute of Marine Science is in my neck of the woods, and it seems we do get red tide here on occasion. http://www.vims.edu/bayinfo/habs/index.php
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My heart is broken
It's an algae bloom...best defined here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_tide
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World Cup 2018
Gosh, hope you get better quickly. Hate inner ear infections!
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World Cup 2018
Anyone else soccer/futbol fans here? Huge in my house. Watched every game of the first round thus far. Belgium, England, Russia, Croatia super impressive. Picked Germany early on, but Belgium looks stronger than the rest so far. England looks awesome this morning. Chime in if you're watching, are a fan, of the Beautiful Game!
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Out of control iguanas infesting South Florida
Eradicating invasive species in FL is a nearly impossible task. It's too bad these cool creatures are affecting so many things like electrical power, etc. Just keep 'em away from nuclear power... FL is the saltwater fishing capital of the world with so many varieties of fish coming thru via currents. Now FL is gunning for supremacy over Madagascar, Australia, Congo, Brazil, for animal capital of the world!
- New Florida member
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Getting experience and becoming better
Welcome aboard! Can't say it much better than @Bluebasser86. Good luck!
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New to SW PA
Welcome aboard! A number of PA folks here, sure they will chime in soon.
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Need a little help...driving my self crazy over a rod an reel lol
Welcome aboard! I've caught some beasts using a MF casting rod and jig. I normally use my MH casting rod for jigs now, but lighter jigs are fine with M power (IMO). I also use spinning for some of my lighter jigs. Good luck.
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Kayak size
The longer the yak, generally-speaking, the better the tracking, though not 100% the case. Longer/more gear - you need to determine how much weight you will carry. Some yaks have lower weight limits, while others are rated for 400-500 lbs. Pedal or motor. I motor, my kayak, empty is 55#, and is easily car topped. Thermoformed yaks are much lighter and worth checking out. My motor setup is a DIY similar to what BassYaks offers. Rigging/pre-rigged yaks. Buying a fishing-specific kayak is good/bad. I.e., the designers decided what and where to put stuff. You may or may not like their decisions. A non-fishing-specific kayak allows you to fish from it and over time decide what you think you need (rod holders, fish finder, etc.) and where you want it located. Just some stuff to think about...or add more confusion
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Pflueger part needed
Welcome aboard! Hope you can find a spool for your old reel!
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How stupid would it be to put a 3000 sized reel on an UL setup?
Welcome aboard! You'll only know if you try it out There are no rules as to what you can put on a UL rod. Well, almost none...