Mike L

I always use a trailer, more times than not it's a white fluke. If throwing in clear or very scattered vegetation I'll use a stinger. Mike

I would use what you have and find what works for your strengths and the waters you fish, and weed out the rest. Then you'll have a good base line for stuff that you'll actually use and know you can be successful with. If I had all that I'd spend more time trying to decide what to fish than actually fishing! But that's just me....Good Luck Mike

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After going through 4 bags the last 3 years the best one in relation to size, compartment's, access etc.is the 3700 Plano A Seies bag. I like it better because it has 2 transparent flip open compartmens on the top. I put in a variety of baits and tackle before each trip so as I want to change something I dont have to rummage through the bag looking for the right box etc. The 3600 is smaller of course and perfect for walking a bank or for a kyack. 1 tip if you get one...the design of the snap lock for the top is very poor, it has a tendency to open when tipped..Just add a velcro strip on each of them and you're good to go. The 2nd best was the older design of the Flambeau AZ8 bag with the bungee strips across the top. It was bigger but also very user friendly. Mike

Whew!! I would have passed out right there! Mike

Ditto Everything Rich posted is exactly right. Being a co angler, is hard enough sometimes for a lot different reasons, the last thing you want to do is spend an inordinate amount of time trying to decide what to throw where and when, And then re rigging every 10min. Keeping it as simple as you can to maximize your efficiency is critical. But it's easier said than done. I bring 7 combos which more times than not is too many but I've learned my lesson the hard way too many times. I'd rather have it and not use it than not have it and need it. I bring one box each of stick worms, swim baits, creature baits, cranks and jerks, top water, frogs, spinner/chatterbait and terminal tackle all stuffed in my bag. If you have the right bag and organize it right you'll have everything at your disposal for quick change outs. I rig the night before for what I plan to throw depending on where and what my boater's plan is for the day..But ready to switch gears immediately. Good Luck Mike

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Send it to the company you bought it from. If they have one they'll just add it. If they don't you'll need to send what you want and pay the extra cost.

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I use the Owner twist lock hooks with centering pin. For swimmimg Most times I use a 3/16, for bottom contact I start at a 1/4 Mike

These are what I use also for almost all types of stick worms and swim baits. Mike

The conventional thinking is to use the lightest weight you can for what you're fishing...Isn't that what you've always been told? But that's not necessarily true. In 3 fow with submerged grass a 3/16 should be plenty...nice slow even fall... I've had more success with a 1/4 than any other..The fish will tell you how they want it, just take the time to listen Mike

Anything with chrome. It's all in the flash down here. Mike

The first jerk I pick up is always a Bomber Long A. Mike

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Clayton..... Thats great.I can tell you are one proud Daddy!! I started my son and all 3 grandsons on a cheap little casting rod and they all used my first reel.. A Johnson Century 100. I Love that thing and every once in a while I take it out of the box just to look at it and remember.. Mike

Look at the Scum Frog. They're small, light and the softest frog you can buy. I only use baitcaters also and have no problem getting distance with them. Mike

You got good advise. If you're set on going out anyway, check the wind as soon as you get out of bed. You can find some protected areas, but DON'T go into the lake itself if its blowing. I'd stay in the rim canal close to the ramp. Have fun and be safe Mike

There was a slight fog delay the morning of the first day. My Pro and I were staged next to him and exchanged small talk for bit. He is a very nice guy, approachable and seemed as interested in me as I was in him. Mike

I use 20# Shooter for what you describe. Mike

Headless Skinny Dipper or Little EZ Mike