Rusty Shackleford

Could someone explain the differences in rod tip action and which speed of tip should be used for what application and why? Thanks

Pflueger President or the Diawa Exceler? Any peferences?

I saw that BPS had a sale on the Browning Medallion GT's, does anyone have any experience with rods? I was considering trying one out, specifically a MH/F. Thanks

Thanks for the tips! We actually booked a place in fair haven, mi, so hopefully we can hook up with some good fish!

Any suggested snap brands?

My friends and I are looking into taking a possible trip to LSC. Any suggestions on where to stay? We're looking at the Michigan side, hopefully to keep it within an hour's drive from Detroit, but willing to look around. Also, fishing tips would be appreciated. Thanks

A buddy of mine recently bought a boat for use on Lake Erie and we'll going to start trying to do some trolling for walleyes. Any suggestions on what lures/techniques to use?

Unicorn blood

What size(s) do you suggest?

Northland, Northstar, and Booya...

Does anyone have any opinions/experiences with these lures? Dick's ran a sale last week and I picked up one in a size 8, 10, and a jointed XJS-13.

Spoons...

Bought a STX 40 from the special Dick's was having. We'll see how it works out...

What does everyone think of the original hybrid, not the ultra soft?

Saw something about this in another thread and this newbie was wondering everyone's opinion. Would you rather have a more expensive rod and an average reel or vice versa? Thanks.

Thanks!

What size would you suggest? Any specific brand?

Thanks for the replies. Looks like I've got some thinking to do Sorry to bring up a topic that i'm sure has been beaten to death.

Or am I completely off base with what i had in mind? If so, I'll always listen to other suggestions!

I have a question. I'm a lifelong spinning reel user, but this summer i'm taking a trip to Lake Cumberland in hunt/hope of landing some large stripers. So I'm working on putting together a rig that not only I can use for this trip, but also in the future for pike/muskie fishing. I'd like to put 20lb line on whatever style I choose, but have realized my options on a spinning reel are limited. Is it time for me to attempt to learn how to properly use a baitcasting reel? And if so, any suggestions on what kind of reel I should purchase, keeping in mind, I'd like to have a budget of 50-75 for the reel, since I won't be using it as often as my other equipment. Any insight is appreciated. Thanks

Thinking about trying out this technique this year, what is everyone's favorite bait to rig? Thanks.

Do you rig with the 'tentacles' towards the point or the eye of the hook?

I'm in

Northland's Reed Runner 1/2oz blood minnow, tandem willow blades

We're not hiring a guide, we're bringing our own boats and tackle...