Mike L

Interested to hear how they come out and fish. The thing about the Fat Max is not only the fatter than usual body, but the design of the tail. It doesn’t wrap itself around what I’m fishing it through especially when fished vertically The action is consistent Mike

My PB was on a Culprit Fat Max! Kinda says it all about how I feel about them. Mike

Happy Fathers Day Fella’s! Remember them all, including the ones who are no longer here. Mike

Sorry to hear this. Try to keep the faith and do the best you can. That’s all you can do. Prayers for your Dad and your family Mike

Get another E! If not get the K Mike

I’m of the same opinion as you. The only ribbon tail I use is the Culprit Fat Max t rigged, which is what I got my PB on. I wouldn’t think that a long thin ribbon would be a better choice than something with a little more substance to give the effect a somewhat upright worm would have. But don’t go by me. Mike

Keeping in mind that when I’m fishing a hump it’s not like I’m dragging a steep cliff. Keeping the weight on the bottom really isn’t that hard by just giving small pulls, but when more is needed just a small pull off the reel is enough without putting any slack. Mike

If that’s what you have Gotta let it heal all the way or you’ll be feeling it longer than you normally would. Nice and easy Pal, nice and easy! Mike

I use a mid 6 something. It’s a good compromise for the way I like to do it. If I need to slow down its a lot easier, If I feel the need to speed up its doesn’t take much. Mike

I have 2 Ark Lancer Pro’s, at 100.00 each but don’t own a reel in that price range. Mike

The best “punch” rod is the one that you can afford and not wear you out. Power is based on the majority of the cover you’re trying to get through. Know your waters! A 5 power can work in moderately matted cover with a recommended weight limit of 1.5 oz. Depending on the rod itself using a 2oz weight most likely would stress it to much when trying to get her out. Again, know your waters! Action is completely individual preference The “best” length is the one that you can control the best based on where you fish. To me a 7’2” wouldn’t make any appreciable difference when pitching compared to a 7’6” but will make a big difference when flipping. Line rating is something that should be considered but not to the level of how much weight the rod can handle and length. Punching, especially while flipping is 1 on 1 hand to hand combat. Your entire package needs to be in tune and considered equally, as each part needs to compliment each other. In my opinion, just considering what to buy to get through is only a part of it. More consideration needs to be given to getting her out than to just getting down. If you do that, your choices can become clearer. Punching through thick, heavy matted hydrilla or hyacinth is my #1 preferred method. I use a 10 yr old H/XF 7’4” original Quantum Smoke with a 7:1 reel spooled with 80# original Power Pro. And works just fine for me. Good luck in your search. Mike No Sir, you are not (see my post above) Mike

40# braid to 14# flouro Mike

I use the original Scum Frog more than anything else and have for many years. However, the entire Scum line regardless of model are the softest on the market, and have the best hook ratio than anything else I’ve used. Mike

Best… Frog Punching Sight Fishing Swim Worm Worst… Ned Drop Wacky Shaky Mike

Ditto Mike

I’ve done it many times but with only the Magnums. I like at least 4-5 fow under the mat to give the tail time to do it’s job. Sometimes the bigger profile and the fast tail is all it takes. Mike

Of Course I must have misread it Mike

I don’t throw a spinnerbait enough to contribute anything worth while, but what I would say is down here in relatively shallow stained water I rarely even think about throwing one. There are better options. When I do its almost always in windier overcast conditions. Mike

Exactly right What you see on top is just a good looking area with promise. Mike

Carolina Rig…Always bringing it from the top down as I work my way around it’s boundary until I find em. Mike

The foot of the guide, not the inside of the guide itself. Or on the bail. Mike

UV Speed Worm Speed Craw Rage Cut R Rage Bug Rage Craw Scum Frog Skinny Dipper Big EZ Stick Worms Fat Max Ribbon tail Sweet Beaver Devils Horse Spook Sebile Wake Bait Spinner bait Pop R Jerk’s Trap’s Mike

I really don’t experiment any more. I have my usual rotation of baits that are proven producers for me in pretty much all conditions and depths. I rarely will try anything new and try to force feed them to bite something I have no confidence in. Same as in rods…. I use what I know will work based on what I’m throwing where and how. Mike

Just trying to be kind, considerate and understanding. ? Mike

Oh ok, makes sense Sorry Mike