Chris-W

Thanks for the feedback everyone. The gap isn't that large honestly but maybe just enough to cause the issue. I am going to try and return them and find another style that fits my face better. Thanks!

Hey all! I just got my first pair of Costa Del Mar's and I have to say I'm either disappointed or I have a defective pair. After many positive reviews, I opted for the 580G green/amber lens. The issue I'm having is glare/reflections coming from the inside of the lens almost making the lenses look dirty all the time, although they're not. After trying many styles I settled on the Jose style which is only slightly wider than my face. This small gap appears to be allowing light to enter the lens from the back side and reflect light into my eye. Has anyone else had this issue? Seems odd for such a high quality lens, selling the anti reflective/anti glare properties. Thanks for any insight/experience you can provide!

On the Cablz, does XL refer to the size of the connectors? I have attached a picture of the Jose's that I'll be using them with. Assume I'll need XL as well but can someone confirm? I also see that they sell several lengths (12", 14", 16"). Which size for an average size head? Thanks!

Costa Del Mar Owners, Which Retainer Do You Recommend? I'm specifically looking at the Jose frame model. Thanks!

Thanks everyone!

During mid day on bluebird days, I can usually catch a fish an hour (either on a squarebill or spook fan casting the shaded banks) on my father-in-laws neighborhood lake, but once it hits 5-6pm and temps start to cool down, it's like someone flips a switch and I can't buy a bite for the rest of the day or even night regardless of what lures I try (reaction lures to jigs to seniors) I assume that the bass start to roam more freely as temps drop but can't seem to locate them. On my Deeper fishfinder, I'll occasionally see a fish at 5-6ft deep (suspended 1-3 feet off the bottom) but rarely have any luck catching fish in open water. In the dead of summer, top water evening/night fishing is pretty productive but not at all right now. Is this typical or am I missing something?

My father in law had a stroke recently which severely affected his vision. He loves to fish but can't even see well enough to tie his own lures on now. Even before the stroke he loved fishing with live night crawlers or live bluegill for bass on a bobber or even dead sticking a senko. Now that his vision is impaired, are there any hook types, rigging tricks etc that would make it so the bass basically hook themselves? We won't be able to see well enough to set the hook based on a reaction strike unless he feels it or can see a bobber go under (might try different neon colors or even the light up bobbers for evening/night fishing with him). Thanks for any advice you can provide!

Thanks Ima Bass Ninja! Do you remember the brand name of the product?

Anyone have any experience with using epoxy resin (or anything else) to paint on a sealant coat to the bottom of a polyethylene (pelican's ram-x material) boat if we suspect a pinhole leak? Over the course of a year, my father in law's pelican Bass Raider 10e fills up with water inside the pontoons so we're just wanting to paint something on the bottom to seal any minor leak up. Ideally, we want to use something clear. I came across west system g/flex epoxy but I believe it sets up with a gold tint. I've also read about a reverse leak test (fill the pontoons with water and set the boat on blocks to watch for leaks then just address the leak). Any thoughts or insights? I appreciate it!

I have used it twice to map out a local pond and on really long casts it did lose connection occasionally. Overall the device and app is incredible so I'm still glad I bought it and can't wait to get out and use it some more.

The pontoons were almost half full of water, so not sure that condensation could've caused that but thanks for mentioning it! I'll have to check the plugs, even though they ride out of the water most of the time. Is there any sealer spray or paint type product I can apply just in case there is a pin hole leak?

Hi! I'm looking for a clear coat/leak sealer recommendation for my Pelican bass raider. I must have a small leak because over the course of a year, my Pelican Bass Raider pontoons will fill up with water. Hoping to apply something to the bottom that seals any minor leaks and doesn't have a color (clear). Thanks for any suggestions!

I'm in Kennesaw, GA and looking for a place to see a variety of 10-12' fishing boats in person (Sun Dolphin Pro, Pelican Predator type boats). I've been striking out with Cabelas, Dicks, Academy, West Marine and Bass Pro isn't very close. Are there any other places I should be checking to see these type of boats in person? Thanks!

HELP! My father in law has a Pelican Bass Raider 10e that has a small leak (takes the entire season to be noticeable) but every winter we have to pull it out and drain the pontoons because they're full of water. Looking for any advice on locating and repairing the leak. Thanks!

Hey all! Looking for recommendations for a 10-12 foot pond/small lake boat with some frills (light for night fishing, compartments for storage, rod holders etc, hard cover or something that will last the whole season and keep pinestraw and rain out). My father in law has a 10' Bass Raider 10e but every year by winter the pontoons are filled up with water so he's ready to sell and move up. I'm usually pretty good at researching but I'm striking out trying to find something. I've come across the Sundolphin Pro 120 (which seems ALMOST perfect, just a LITTLE more than we were hoping to spend.) We were hoping to stay at or around $1,200 on the boat (accessories can be added later). Any other boats like the Sundolphin that I should consider? Thanks in advance!

Towards the end of summer, a black cavitron buzz bait was getting a lot of bites but that has turned off since the transition to fall. Also, the pond I fish has a lot of leaves on the water now and very little current so most top water lures are out of play. The bottom of the pond has a thick layer of pond scum so dragging a jig is not very efficient either. What other lures would you Recommend for Nightime fall fishing? I've yet to have luck in this pond with crankbaits, chatterbaits or spinnerbaits but I know these are supposed to be classic fall baits. Senkos are usually pretty productive during the day there but the dark adds a special challenge for line watching. Planning to get a headlamp soon to help with that. Thanks for any tips!

What an awesome thread! I have spent considerable time looking for the answer to my questions, but forgive me if it's been answered here previously. 1) I want to add a fishfinder to my father-in-law's Bass Raider 10E but I don't want to drill anything for the setup since it's not my boat. I want to be able to remove the fishfinder if I get my own boat one day and leave no trace that it was ever installed. Is my best best going with a "portable" fishfinder like the Fishin buddy series for this application, or would I be able to install something like the Humminbird 398CI SI Combo (intrigued by the side imaging since my primary lake is an average of 6-10 feet deep) without drilling into the boat? I've read mention of a suction cup mount for the fishfinder, but due to the smaller screen size of most portable fishfinders or the 398CE SI model, I love what others have done with the PVC "shelf" for mounting the fishfinder to because of the screen at near eye level (plus tackle storage). 2) If installing something like the 398 CI SI is reasonable without drilling, can anyone point me in the direction of step by steps instructions on how to do it so I know the scope of the job before I buy the fishfinder? 3) Pardon my ignorance, by I've seen many people recommend mounting the battery in the back, and trolling motor in front. If it's mounted in the front, do you have to operate the motor in reverse to go forward? Just trying to wrap my brain around it. Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone! So here's my scenario. I just need some help thinking through the pros and cons of each. I usually only have 2-3 hours to fish with the occasional half day trip. I most often fish a neighborhood lake (images and details here - http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/143450-how-would-you-fish-this-neighborhood-lake-images-included/) but plan to branch out to Lake Acworth in Acworth, GA soon (the closest "big" lake near me). When fishing at the neighborhood lake, I have access to my father-in-laws Bass Raider 10E and have considered buying a Humminbird 398CI SI to map that lake and get the most out of my time there. However I don't have means to take that boat to Lake Acworth so I was trying to see what would be the best bang for my buck (kayak, inflatable pontoon or waders/boots) for my trips to Lake Acworth. I am TERRIFIED of snakes and I realize that I will likely encounter a few bank fishing (thinking that waders/boots would protect me from them for the most part?) I also realize that bank fishing is limiting as far as locations accessible and I want to make the most out of my 2-6 hour trips to the lake. I have an SUV with a luggage rack so I'm thinking I could use ratchet straps if I got a hard kayak. The possibility for a fishfinder (on a kayak or inflatable pontoon) is very inticing given the limited time I have on the water. I don't want to spend all of my time trying to locate fish on a bigger lake, when I could be spending the time finding what lures/presentations work for that day/time/moment. So....what would everyone recommend for maximizing my time on the water keeping my budget for this purchase (fishfinder not included) at or under $300? I realize this would only get me entry level gear but that's all I can afford right now. Hard kayak? Inflatable pontoon? Waders/boots? Thanks in advance!

I have been considering getting one. How do you like it?

Thanks for the insight everyone! Keep the tips coming

Very nice! I'm getting ready to start throwing some jigs for the first time myself. You've inspired me

We'll I've been in contact with Strike King customer service (who has been fabulous about responding quickly) and after sharing this image with them (notice the dark banding through the center of both lenses), they said they have not seen this before. Looks like I got a bum pair! But, they're offering to replace the glasses no questions asked, and send "something extra for the trouble." All I have to do is mail them in. Working in customer service myself, I applaud the way they've handled this and they've definitely won my business. Way to go SK.

Will do! The Bristol model looks awesome and fits my head really well (most sunglasses are huge on me), so if this is merely a minor cosmetic thing because the front of the lenses aren't completely mirrored, I'm going to keep them. Haven't tried them out on the water yet, but hoping to soon. I'll keep you posted.

Thanks everyone, just sent an email to Strike King Customer service. I assume it is due to the polarization, but this is my first pair of polarized so just want to make sure!

Thanks STPC! I'm BRAND new to jig fishing, but I recently picked up a couple of pitching/flipping jigs that I need to start fishing. Will definitely throw one the next time I'm out there. Glad to hear I'm not alone with the tough bite lately