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It's a '63 convertible. Any options would only increase the value unless it was a throw together parts car originally. If its a numbers matching factory car the minimums will still be very high.

Welcome to the best bass fishing site on the 'net.

I never thought about just using a Fluoro leader, that's why I'm still learning

I can't be of much help but I did put it on one of my reels. It does seem like nice line and casts very nice however in hindsight I'm not sure it can't be seen in clear water despite the "camo".

It would probably take you 100K to do a factory correct frame off restoration though. The father of a girl I used to date found a '63 hardtop in some old ladies' garage.

Another Alabamian!

I think Tackle Warehouse has them for $64. Right now

I would like to try Northstar too. They seem like very nice baits as well

I placed and order with Siebert and was extremely happy

Why was my post deleted? I wasn't trying to be vulgar, wasn't that his name?

I spoke to him on the phone. Seems like a nice guy. It looks like I'll be getting a few made in the USA rods.

Hey now, don't be taking any of the good rods out from under me I'd like to take a look up close at his work

Well, as a new guy I appreciate it because in all honesty, I thought the Hobie was overpriced and over the top. However your answers and video has shown me that the Hobie is not a "standard" kayak and is truly worthy of its price tag. I'm not saying I'm going to run out and pull the trigger tomorrow but this thread has sure helped me move over to Hobie's corner.

Has anyone used or heard of TigeRodz out of Scottsboro, Alabama? I was looking at his website and it looks like he makes some very nice stuff. Thanks

I know the BPS PQ is a great reel and when it's on sale at $79.00 it's even better. But why don't we hear very much about the BPS Extreme? What are the differences? When the PQ is normally $99. why isn't the extreme a good buy at $89.? Curious from those with experience with both. Thanks

Thanks Hanover, I'm registering as I type

Why take the chance? Stay in the deep south where the fishing is great, the food is fried and the tea is sweet.

Please don't apologize, I was curious as if they're that much (and the link shows they were) I was going to by a few. (Lefty TOO!!)

Great answers, I really appreciate your time. How do you store the kayak when it's not in use? How much weight can those side plates take for fishfinder mounts? Do many used ones come up for sale since they're so new? This thing is getting more and more attractive.

First and foremost, great video. Thanks for making that as it showed quite a bit. It also prompted me to ask a few questions. Loading and unloading looks easy, which is nice. When you loaded it on your van it looks like it just sits on the cross bars, how do you keep it from sliding backwards? Is that crate system behind the seat a Hobie crate or did you make that? The rods in the back of that crate look like they may be difficult to reach, especially the ones in the middle. Are they? Have you ever landed a large fish and how much does it pull you around? How rough can the kayak take with you sitting down? How much is wind a factor in taking this out on the water? What about a rudder system? Can the kayak hold a lot of weight for bigger anglers? The more I'm seeing it the more I'm liking it. Thanks for answering the questions.

Where can you get a BPS Johnny Morris for $69.?

Skeet Reese BPS Extreme

Guntersville, Martin or Eufala. All have the facilities to manage $.02

Welcome aboard from another Alabamaian. I am down in Birmingham

Speaking of batteries where do you store the battery for a fish finder and how big of a battery can be used?