OkobojiEagle

If only all reels were as simply designed as Abu's C series.

I'm enjoying your perpesctives on what is cold... I woke up this morning to -28 degrees! As I won't be bass fishing anytime soon, I'll continue to enjoy these discussions.

Larry Nixon

green-pumpkin tube

BassBandit... did the leather palm absorb water?

I'd like to know what size hook is used in the Evolution Shakey2 jig. Thanks

I think Rolo has it pretty well nailed... Though I fish a grub before a tube in most smallmouth situations.

The grass usually looks greener... On the small lakes you are talking about I'd keep the pontoon.

The transducer shaft will create significant drag on a canoe (been there)

Of course EASE is a relative thing.

Revo S (has centrifugal braking)

Did you pay new retail price? Is the reel working as expected from a new reel? How is the handle different from what you expected and how does it change the reel performance? Buying it unseen... buyer beware (and lower your expectations to a real-world level). A seller, per Ebay's rules should always describe the item he/she is selling 100%! If misleading a buyer about what you are selling is okay to you than i would not want to do any kind of business with you either! Nope, it's not OK... I don't shop Ebay, only brick & morter where I can see the product and the seller! For those that do, don't cry if you get scammed.

Did you pay new retail price? Is the reel working as expected from a new reel? How is the handle different from what you expected and how does it change the reel performance? Buying it unseen... buyer beware (and lower your expectations to a real-world level).

The lighter method has worked for me quite satisfactorily.

MH spinning rod with mid-sized spinning reel that has over-sized drag and sturdy anti-reverse bearing! Try spooling it with the new Fireline braid in 15 lb test.

The Revo SX does not have the infini-spool which the Revo STX model has. I believe this feature of the STX improves it's efficiency when pitching and marries nicely with magnetic braking. I, however, prefer casting with the REVO S and it's centrifugal braking. I think you need both the STX and S models.

I would try fishing shallower.

The Revo STX is a very good pitching reel... I prefer the Revo S when casting.

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There is a difference between slider fishing and just using Brewer Slider jigs... but to answer your question... yes.

Any bass hook can be filed barbless (it makes a good wintertime project). I guess I politely beg to differ about the damage done comparing barbed against barbless hooks. I have no interest in tournament fishing.

Heavier jig head or use a superline are two other options.

A thinking man would let her use your least favorite rod. If/when she breaks it you'll be in position to sympathetically reply "That's OK honey, accidents happen. I'll get another one." Then UPGRADE!

Amen

I have fished with Fitover brand shades over top of my Rx glasses for many years. Two years ago I bought a new pair of Cocoons to put over top of my glasses because my 10+ year old Fitovers were starting to show some lens scratching. After a couple of months wearing the Cocoons I bought another pair of Fitovers... The lens on the Cocoons were not as clear (visually sharp) as the Fitovers. Your mileage may vary.