Brian6428

I agree, after more looking I think that one is overpriced. I will keep looking till I see a good deal. Thanks!

Well obviously there is no one "best" combo, but I like a white skirt with tandem blades, one gold and indiana, the other silver and willow. This is pretty good for most conditions.

Lol. I have had some days like that. Thanks for the advice!

Hey guys, I finally found a topo map for the lake that I fish. Where do you guys think would be good to fish on this map? Not really how to read one (watched videos on that) but spots where you think fish would be. There should be a picture of the map attached. Thanks in advance!

My first fish was off a local dock last summer. As a result of summer bordness, i decided to build a raft out of plywood, inner tubes and some rope. It worked, and i decided i wanted to catch fish off of it. I have always been fascinated by fishing and always wanted to go, so this was just the reason i needed. The next day I caught 4 bluegill off crappie nibbles but decided I wanted to catch the "big fish", and therefore decided to bass fish. A long month later I caught my first bass off of a bass pro shops brand crank bait. It was about 11' but I have never been so proud of a fish as i have that one.

Not as impressive as yours, but my brother caught a 1.5 lb crappie (a good sized fish around here) on a square bill. We didn't know it was a big fish so we just released it without any pictures or anything.

What everybody else has said, and a good lure retriever! No matter what I do, I always lose a few cranks to timber.

Hey guys, quick update. The first boat is now sold, and sadly not to me. The second boat has no contact info or title, which makes me nervous. What do you guys think of this boat? It is a little more expensive, and on the phone the guy said the trolling motor is 45lb instead of 35. http://kansascity.craigslist.org/boa/3701641718.html Thanks!

I also practice flipping in my basement. I set up a target and hit it from as far away as i can.

Ok, from what you guys have said I am leaning towards the first one, mainly for the smaller size and having a title. However, I think it is overpriced. Do you guys agree? And if so, would it be rude to offer $400 instead of $500?

My brother and I are both around 6 foot and each weigh about 160. And I hadn't even thought about changing my username! haha!

Yeah, everything I read online said it was easier to title it before it is sold

Technically Missouri, but I think the boating laws are the same. I agree, though. I did a quick google search and it looks like it could be a real hassle to get it titled and registered. That is the main reason I am leaning towards the first one at this point. thanks for the advice!

Thanks for the replies guys, I will keep you guys updated on what I do. I do have 2 more questions, though: 1. Would the seats in the second boat be harder to fish from cause they're lower than the first one? 2. What power of trolling motor would be optimal for a primary motor for a boat this size? I see the second one has a 55 lb one, is that large enough? 3. Lastly, would there be a way/place to mount a trolling motor for hands-free operation? Thanks!

Hey guys, I am looking into getting my first fishing boat. My budget is about $500 so I am looking at smaller john boats, in the 10-14 ft range. Here are the boats I am looking at: http://kansascity.craigslist.org/boa/3714983675.html http://kansascity.craigslist.org/boa/3733403269.html Here are my questions: 1. Would there be room for my brother and I to fish comfortably in these? 2. Could we bring along a third person if we wanted? 3. Could we make do with only a trolling motor on small lakes? 4. Would they be stable enough to stand up? 5. Do these boats look good to you guys? I haven't ever owned a boat before so don't really know. Thanks in advance!

thanks for the advice guys! And i am not fishing the tournament, I just happened to be taking a trip there this weekend. I will leave a report how it goes here afterwards!

I see other people have talked about rods and reels, so I will touch on lures. If you go to bass pro or another tackle story-which you will have to- you will see more lures than you can believe. And I say, honestly, for now don't bother with them. To start out with, but some 4/0 EWG hooks and various size bullet weights. Next, start out with two packs of senkos. Buy the 5 inch ones in green and another in black (fish weightless). Next, buy some ribbon tail worms, same colors as before. These two lures are great starting points and are very versatile. Lastly, buy one spinnerbait. Buy one with a white skirt, tandem blades that are indiana and willow, gold and silver. This is a very easy and versatile lure to fish. That is all you need to start out with. Watch a few videos on here to learn how to fish them, and also read these: http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/60793-best-of-bassresourcecom/ as well as http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/13845-guaranteed-to-catch-bass/page-14?hl=%2Bguaranteed+%2Bto+%2Bcatch+%2Bfish#entry1193546 get out on the water! Have fun and good luck!

I would be interested to know this too, If anybody has any input.

I like the KVD series, but I also like the Luck E Strike Rick Clunn RC2 series. They are proven fish catchers.

Yes, I used to build scale models airplanes as well as balsa model planes that flew, but I haven't even sat down at my workbench for those in over a year. Fishing takes priority over those! My only other hobby is baseball and I don't think I will ever stop that.

I would also go with Glenn. He is a great fisherman and seems like a great guy, too.

I have only been fishing one time in the rain and the fish behaved exactly how you described. Wouldn't stop squirming when I held them, fought hard etc. I don't know if it has to do with it raining before you go but I thought it might have something to do with that.

You're right about that one. It works great and has been great to learn on, but I will probably need an upgrade in a year or two. You never know, though, hopefully it will surprise me with years of use.

Perfect! Thanks a ton! What better way to learn how to fish it than through a video. Thanks again!

Hey guys, this year I am trying to learn the texas rig because it is (supposedly) so versatile and you can use so many lures on it. I have tried before without any luck. I have read a lot about them, and cannot find one thing. How do you fish it? Is it like a jig, or is it different? Thanks in advanced.