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The VBS brakes on most Shimano reels have a definitive effect when adjusted. The Linear mag brake on the STX doesn't. It's a rather vague control that, even when compared to Garcia mag brake systems in the past, doesn't exert much control over the spool on the cast that's noticeable when adjusting. You wind up setting up your reel with the spool tension knob instead.

VBS braking > Linear mag brake. Then it comes down to whether you want an all aluminum reel vs. one made of half aluminum/half graphite.

Cardinals = Destiny.

Gravity is working against me And gravity wants to bring me down

I use them. They work great.

I've been using Realine for the past few seasons and really love it. The bad news is Realine got bought out by MossyOak then MossyOak seems to have just dropped the line. I've bought a bunch when I can find it but it's due to run out within a year or so. I suppose I'll be line shopping in the future.

I didn't completely rectify the problem. For the problem to be fixed completely, the motor would've bounced off the deck and sunk into 40ft of water. Then you'd be here asking which cable drive TM would be best to replace it with.

I'm recarpeting my boat and going from dark grey to light grey (BPS calls it silver). It's just too hot anytime the sun is shining and the temps go above 85. I had thought about going with maroon which was the original carpet color in the boat but heat wise maroon = dark grey. BTW, Black? You could cook steaks on the thing in the summer.

Stuff = Used engine, that one will hopefully be taken by a salvage yard - $1000 approx. Trailer. Did you notice it's completely rusted? If it's salvageable you're looking at $400 + to refurb. Heck, just to take it off the property he'll have to dump $200 into hubs and tires/wheels just to trailer it safely. Boat. Complete Steering system, new electrics, the wood in this boat, if there's any left, will have to be replaced. Any vinyl seating is shot. Carpeting, etc, etc. If this was an actual fishing boat it MIGHT have some potential, even then it's questionable. This is nothing more than an old 60's vintage speed boat that really has no historical significance and isn't really a very good fishing platform.

Olebiker probably has the most experience on Talquin as anyone around here. Hopefully he sees this.

Suggestion and a price estimate. One can of gas - Approx. $3.00, matches - free at the 7-11. I hope you got paid to take that.

I've been rooting for the Ex-St Louis football team led by the Ex-St Louis Rams quarterback. Weird enough.

I would rather have a urinary catheter than eat at Quizno's. I believe the output of that catheter is one of Quizno's premium sandwich sauces. On topic. The Subway melt.

All Star TAS 846C. This is a tried and true C-rig rod that won't let you down. If you've can scrounge up another $30 bucks I'd upgrade to a All Star Platinum P846C. Same rod style, lighter, even more sensitive.

Depends on the time of year but... 6'8" MHVY fast rod for spinnerbaits/buzzbaits (search bait) 6'6" Med fast for crankbaits/Rat L traps/top water (search baits) 7" Mhvy fast for jigs/soft plastics/c-rig 7'2" Mhvy fast for flippin/pitchin/frog 6' medium spinning rod for small baits

IIRC, they use push on connectors in the top of the motor head.

Dings,Rough spots and chunks create cavitation points on a prop. Your prop quickly loses efficiency when that happens. Go get that thing cleaned up.

I put the names of many of the reels through a Japanese/translating dictionary/thersaursus and they all came out as another word for... Overpriced. ;D

I'm with W2S on this one. You'll already be sitting on the back seat if you put a console in. Then you've got a steering cable to think about along with getting the electronics for an electric start at the helm. Seems like a waste of space and money IMO.

I watched a chili tasting thing on the food channel once. They had some exotic chili pepper extract that was so hot most of the tasters couldn't even take a pin drop on their tongues before they were reaching for the cans of whip cream. (The preferred distinguisher of the pepper tasters.) Here's an old Chili tasting contest joke. Frank: "Recently, I was honored to be selected as a judge at a chili cooking contest. The original person called in sick at the last moment and I happened to be standing there at the judge's table asking for directions to the Coors Light truck, when the call came in. I was assured by the other two judges (native Texans) that the chili wouldn't be all that spicy and, besides, they told me I could have free beer during the tasting, so I accepted." Here are the scorecards from the advent: (Frank is Judge #3) Chili # 1 Eddie's Maniac Monster Chili... Judge # 1 --! A little too heavy on the tomato. Amusing kick. Judge # 2 -- Nice, smooth tomato flavor. Very mild. Judge # 3 -- (Frank) What the hell is this stuff?! You could remove dried paint from your driveway. Took me two beers to put out the flames. I hope that's the worst one. These Texans are crazy! Chili # 2 Austin's Afterburner Chili... Judge # 1 -- Smoky, with a hint of pork. Slight jalapeno tang. Judge # 2 -- Exciting BBQ flavor; needs more peppers to be taken seriously. Judge # 3 -- Keep this out of the reach of children. I'm not sure what I'm supposed to taste besides pain. I had to wave off two people who wanted to give me the Heimlich maneuver. They had to rush in more beer when they saw the look on my face. Chili # 3 Ronny's Famous Burn Down the Barn Chili... Judge # 1 -- Excellent firehouse chili. Great kick. Needs more beans. Judge # 2 -- A beanless chili, a bit salty, good use of peppers. Judge # 3 -- Call the EPA. I've located a uranium spill. My nose feels like I have been snorting Drano. Everyone knows the routine by now. Get me more beer before I ignite. Barmaid pounded me on the back, now my backbone is in the front part of my chest. I'm getting pie-eyed from all of the beer... Chili # 4 Dave's Black Magic... Judge # 1 -- Black bean chili with almost no spice. Disappointing. Judge # 2 -- Hint of lime in the black beans. Good side dish for fish, or other mild foods; not much of a chili. Judge # 3 -- I felt something scraping across my tongue, but was unable to taste it. Is it possible to burn out taste buds? Sally, the barmaid, was standing behind me with fresh refills. That 300-lb. woman is starting to look HOT...just like this nuclear waste I'm eating! Is chili an aphrodisiac? Chili # 5 Lisa's Legal Lip Remover... Judge # 1 -- Meaty, strong chili. Cayenne peppers freshly ground, adding considerable kick. Very impressive. Judge # 2 -- Chili using shredded beef, could use more tomato. Must admit the cayenne ! peppers make a strong statement. Judge # 3 -- My ears are ringing, sweat is pouring off my forehead, and I can no longer focus my eyes. I farted and four people behind me needed paramedics. The contestant seemed offended when I told her that her chili had given me brain damage. Sally saved my tongue from bleeding by pouring beer directly on it from the pitcher. I wonder if I'm burning my lips off. It really ticks me off that the other judges asked me to stop screaming. Screw those rednecks. Chili # 6 Pam's Very Vegetarian Variety... Judge # 1 -- Thin, yet bold vegetarian variety chili. Good balance of spices and peppers. Judge # 2 -- The best yet. Aggressive use of peppers, onions, a! nd garlic. Superb. Judge # 3 -- My intestines are now a straight pipe filled with gaseous, sulphuric flames. I pooped on myself when I farted and I'm worried it will eat through the chair! No one seems inclined to stand behind me anymore. I need to wipe my butt with a snow cone. Chili # 7 Carla's Screaming Sensation Chili... Judge # 1 -- A mediocre chili with too much reliance on canned peppers. Judge # 2 -- Ho-hum; tastes as if the chef literally threw in a can of chili peppers at the last moment. **I should take note that I am worried about Judge # 3. He appears to be in a bit of distress, as he is cursing uncontrollably. Judge # 3 -- You could put a grenade in my mouth, pull the pin, and I wouldn't feel a thing. I've lost sight in one eye, and the world sounds like it is made of rushing water. My shirt is covered with chili, which slid unnoticed out of my mouth. My pants are full of lava to match my shirt. At least during the autopsy, they'll know what killed me. I've decided to stop breathing; it's too painful. Screw it; I'm not getting any oxygen anyway. If I need air, I'll just suck it in through the 4-inch hole in my stomach. Chili # 8 Karen's Toenail Curling Chili... Judge # 1 -- The perfect ending, this is a nice blend chili. Not too bold, but spicy enough to declare its existence. Judge # 2 -- This final entry is a good, balanced ! chili. Neither mild, nor hot. Sorry to see that most of it was lost when Judge # 3 farted, passed out, fell over, and pulled the chili pot down on top of himself. Not sure if he's going to make it. Poor fella, wonder how he'd have reacted to really hot chili?" Judge # 3 -- Oh God.........

I'm sure Dad, (the guy who's going to pay for the damage and repairs as well as clean it up) probably wasn't as gleeful as you.

His sig series rods for All Star were always 1 piece, non-telescopic.

I had one for awhile. You can get the extension arms along with the big foot on/off switch. They can be a nuisance on windy days when you're trying to work soft plastics or other baits on the bottom. They can also be an advantage at times since you're not locked onto a foot pedal. It's a personal choice based on experience. I wouldn't own one again.

Meguiar's Flagship Premium Marine Wax. A number 1.