Terran Elam

I have a slight preference to peddling. I feel like I have a little better speed control. I enjoy the exercise. I don’t always feel like peddling if I’m going any distance. It takes up a lot of deck space. If I’m just out to fish, I use electric.

I have Earl Flynn’s bed.

I’m going to need a set of flash cards to keep up with you guys.

Make it to 2022. Stay safe.

I found that I never converted my convertible pants. For a heavier pant, I like the Wrangler Riggs. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0789694L6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1

I wouldn’t go out on a kayak this time of year without a wetsuit or a drysuit which can easily eat up your $150. Add in a PFD , rod leashes and all the little stuff. A dry bag for dry clothes. It will be warm in a couple months. Start then. Decide you like it, then start investing in your winter gear.

I was curious about DC but didn’t want to spend a lot of money on something I was unsure of, so I bought used. $245 for a 2013 Essence. Older technology, still new to me. It arrived yesterday. My initial take, as a novice, was that it was just a better brake system. It pitched real nice. I could see the line slowing down. No birds nest. Not the longest cast. Adjusting the drag resulted in a longer cast but was more prone to bird nesting. A long cast still takes a trained thumb.

Maybe a docked up paddle board?

Yep. Wear them over neoprene when out on the kayak. I’ve had them for years.

Send them a picture. You may end up with two poles or at least a replacement before you send it back.

Are there any reels under $200 that don’t aren’t made in China? I wouldn’t rule Lew’s out. Especially in that price category.

My lost lure is the next persons trash. I try not to leave them.

Bought a new in 2017, 2013 Essence DC on eBay for a reasonable price. Pictures looked good. Private seller had a good rating. Claimed excellent condition. No heavy use. No saltwater. Diligently maintained. Originally JDM. See if it suits me without putting out a lot of cash. Put off any major purchase until next year. I appreciate all of the insightful opinions. I feel like I’ve been schooled.

I bought my Tournament Pro about six years ago. Used. A plain Jane compared to the newer ones. I loosened the drag too much, the cap came off and fell in the water. Duh! I contacted Lew’s and they mailed me another one free of charge. I can’t complain about the reel or the company.

Lew’s Pro Ti. MLF. Haven’t used it other than some yard casting. I liked it enough to turn around and buy a second one. MHF I’ve been depending on a 13Fishing black omen with old Lew’s Tournament Pro. MF. I’ve thought about replacing it but I’ve actually been pretty happy with it.