JDJ

Agree! Johnson in Collierville or Germantown?

Caught a few bass in the extreme heat last weekend at Herb Parsons on a black/blue jig. They were holding in the rip rap at the dam. Best was just under 4 lbs. But I wouldn't recommend a metal jon boat in that kind of heat!

Thanks guys! Life got in the way and I had to cancel, but I'll file your suggestions away for next time.

I'm heading to the Spring River in AR this weekend to chase a smalljaw or two. Any suggestions for lures to throw at them?

My son and I fished Grove yesterday evening. We couldn't get 'em to take a dark brown Pit Boss but they were loving a green Rage Craw - each Rage-rigged.

The pond is posted no boating, swimming, etc.

Nice fish ... but it would look even bigger if held in front of an Auburn hoodie. ?

Check out tackletour.com (review archives). They have a detailed review of the St. Croix Avid MHM rod.

Pics or it didn't happen Kent! JK -- nice catches and great details!!

How about a pic of yours?

No. There was record rainfall in the area recently and the Wolf River flooded the pond - and most other ponds near the river.

Thank you for the helpful replies. I was able to handle a similiar Avid X spinning rod, and I liked the feel of the reel seat better on the X (the threads are covered) ... so the rod monkey has spoken!

Looking for comparative opinions on the performance and feel of these two rods (Avid vs Avid X) from those who have fished both. Thanks!

Wow! What a great first outing!! His fishing bar is now set pretty high! Now where did you say that pond was??? ?

You'll be glad you did!!