bassin_man

I'm looking to buy and modify a 16' v hull to use for the next few years until I get into another fiberglass boat. Is a 16' going to be stable enough to add decks and be able to stand in it? I was just planning on making the decks so they sit right on the current bench seats. Other plans for the boat is take off the bench seat cover in the front and add some storage. Make the middle bench seat into a livewell and make the back bench seat into a storage area for batteries, charger, etc. let me know how this sounds as this would be my first modify on a boat. Thanks

Get out more. The amount of times I got out fishing this year is small enough to make anyone cry. Ontop of that is join a club and place in the money in at least one tournament. My longshot resolution is to be Angler of the Year in said club.

Congrats on the marriage. Mine's coming up soon here this Saturday on the 20th. Then heading to the smokey mountains in TN for the honeymoon. Where you staying at? Went to the Riu All Inclusive at Ocho Rios earlier this year and had a blast. Definitely will be going back sometime. If you plan on doing much shopping in the city or at any small huts not on a resort never pay full price. You can usually get that stuff much cheaper with a little bargaining. Take alot of small bills ( I recommend mostly $1 and $5) as most there whether they carry your bags, drive you to resort/town etc expect a tip.

I just bought WAW for the PS3. Haven't really played it to much yet though.

A citica/crucial crankbait combo.

No ad here yet but I just checked and it looks like Roumbanis and Scroggins are coming to Iowa for the bps classic. Don't usually make it over there much because of the drive but might have to make the trip for that one.

How much water clarity can a guy get away with using braid?

I have one rod that I use for any of my t-rig, c-rig, jig, etc fishing. I use it anywhere from open water to thick vegetation/brush. I currently have power pro but have been contemplating putting 20lb big game to help me in clearer water. What do you suggest should I stick with the power pro or make the change?

How are the crankin sticks? I just bought three used ones all 6'6", two mediums and one mh. Was looking at making one a jerkbait rod and one a shallow crank rod until I can afford to buy better rods. Thanks

I'm thinking about going right in the middle this year with a new pair of Solar Bats that run around $60.

Nebraska

Do smallmouth react the same to water temperature as largemouth?

I have never really targeted smallmouth much as I usually never make it to an area good enough to do so. This year its my goal to become at least a decent smallmouth fisherman. Most of my smallmouth fishing will probably take place on the river with some on lakes. If anyone has any tips/hints on finding/catching them that would be great.

Never been to the river around that area and was told to check it out. Has anybody here ever fished it? How is the fishing on the River around the Verdel area and where is the ramp located? Thanks

The personally prefer lowrance. Although the SI that hummingbird offers would get a hard look. Wish lowrance would offer something similar. I believe its all personal preference for the most part along with what has already been mentioned.