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When do you know when to use a jig vs. a soft plastic texas rigged creature bait like a Zoom Brush Hog or a Beaver-style bait? I've used both, and both seem to produce, but when do you choose one over another?

I'm looking to give topwater snakes a try. I've seen some small norther watersnakes swimming across local ponds and it has inspired me to give these a shot. I'm currently considering buying some Mann's Hardnose Floating Snakes. Anyone have any experience with these?

That's awesome that that fish is still around! Goes to show how tough these fish are.

On spro frogs the legs come a little long. Sometimes a fish will come up and hit the frog, but they'll just grab onto one of the legs and not get the body in it's mouth. By trimming the legs down you create a more compact lure, and the bass will hit the body of the frog instead of going after legs. I trim off about an inch or so. You want some dangle left, just not as much.

Awesome fish! Did someone take the pictures for you or did you use a tripod?

This may be a newbie question, but can someone explain/illustrate the slip-shot rig and the mojo rig? I am also presented with a lot of undergrowth in one of the small lakes I fish.

I plan on purchasing a friends 1970's 16ft. Lund jon boat in the next couple of weeks. The boat is a modified v font. I plan on using it mostly in small, electric motor only lakes. The main lake I will be fishings is about 50-55 acres. I don't plan on purchasing an outboard. May add one someday down the road, but college is keeping me on a tight budget. I want to add a casting deck, some storage, and a trolling motor to the boat. I'm going to try to keep weight down as much as possible. We will almost always be fishing 2 people off the boat. I guess my question is should I get a transom mount trolling motor or a bow mounted trolling motor? Also, what kind of power should I be looking for? I wanna keep the cost down, but still be able to prowl around small ponds and lakes.

Thanks Glenn!

I remember there being a link to all of the jon boat restorations that have been put on this site and I can't seem to find it. Can someone please direct me? Sorry!

Just curious, did you ever catch any fish with this? How is it holding up?

Nice lookin boat! Wish I could find a deal like that!

You every think about customizing your rig? Looks like a plain ol' canoe to me ;D

Sounds great! I'm looking for my first boat. I'll take a jon or a fixer upper old fishing boat- anything really. I've been searching craigslist like crazy :.

When did you all get your first fishing boat? What was the make and model? Did you get an amazing deal on it? You can even include jon boats if you want.

What gear ratio do you guys like to use for spinnerbaits? Lets say 3/8-1/2oz. Lookin to buy a new reel for a spinnerbait combo and just wanted you all's opinions.

Anyone ever been to/lived in Montana? I'm taking a trip up there this summer for about 12 days and I was wondering if anyone has any good ideas for things to do and places to see. I really enjoy the outdoors. I won't be able to take my mountain bike with me this time :'( but I'll be packing a few fishing rods. In enjoy a good hike and good scenery. I really anything that can get me off the beaten path a little bit. I like to explore, not just do all the stuff that any other tourist would do. I also really enjoy some good BBQ, so if anyone could point me in the direction of some tasty food I'd appreciate it! We'll be staying near Glacier National Park and we will be making a trip to Yellow stone. Also, if anyone has suggestions for places to go in Utah that would also be appreciated.

MaineBassMan, the buck in the picture has to be on to the prettiest deer I've seen. Great pictures!

I was considering using a bag to weigh fish. Seems like it would be easier on them. Maybe taking the weigh bag and getting it wet, putting it on the scale and zero-ing it out, then putting the fish in to weigh. Can you zero the BPS scales?

College student, 20.

What is a good digital scale under for under $40? I'd prefer to buy it at BPS due to me having several gift cards. Also, when you weigh a fish with a scale with a hook on the end do you stick the hook through the fishes lip and hang it there, or do you put a weigh bag on the scale and zero it out then put the fish in the bag?

Very nice picture! That sunset is amazing!

Thats awesome man kinda gets ya right there... We sometimes take for granted what we have.... Thats an awesome picture man! +1.

Was fishing for catfish off a neighborhood dock at my friends place and pulled in the grill insert from a small Weber Grill.. Later hooked the lid of the grill but it fell off before I could grab it.

Good pics! I really like #1 and #5.

Good pics flipin! Lets keep em commin.