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Most any med. light/med rod will work. Ned fishing is not a feeling game so the rod don't have to be that sensitive. The St. Croix mention above will be as good as any.

I remember Stan and also have heard the name Worth before but never heard of the Aquacone. The lure on the left reminds me of a river runt but I don't think it is.

I will say if you can afford it and want it, go for it. If you think it will make you a better fisherman then it probably will (more confidence). I personally would not pay over $200 for a rod and so far, $160 is the most I have paid but I have no problem with fisherman buying expensive gear if it makes them happy.

Congrats on your year. Great pictures !!!

Played guitar off and on since the 60's. Just in the last 2 months I started playing again from a 2-3 year layoff. I like classic rock, surf music, mostly anything from the 60's. Here is some guitars I have owned. Only one left is the Taylor 714 and the Fender '52 RI Tele. Really wanting another guitar with humbuckers but don't want to put out the money for another Gibson, too much fishing stuff to buy.

Missed getting in last but will this year for sure.

What a great thing for you to do, I'm betting that it will have a impact on him. We all should be as thoughtful.

Braid with leader.

I bet a lot comes from not putting it in park/gear. I did see a wife/girlfriend nearly sink a jeep. I don't think she ever drove a manuel transmission. It didn't go all the way but when he finally had to leave the boat and pull it up, water came out when the door was open.

I was going to say that.

It is 25'.

Same here, it feels really weird to reel with my left hand. I guess it what you get use to.

That is a bunch of good looking jigs. Really like the Native Craw.

I have done really well with this one, at least 80-90% success.

I wouldn't worry, I'm sure you will be covered by the retailer or by Powell.

Sorry 12, this southern boy is not appreciating, come on spring.

I have always used a 10/2 amp charger forever. Most cost between $40-$60. Believe I got the last one at Walmart on sale for $40. it was a DieHard.

Don't do it, not a good idea. You never know what this guy might be toting, hard to whip a 38. You really have nothing to gain that I can see, let it go.

I use 10# Power Pro in yellow with 7# Sunline Sniper FC leader using an Alberto knot. I would love to use straight FC but I can't deal with the twist and braid cast so much better.

I recommend this type of job. I was not a lineman but a cable splicer. A lineman works on overhead lines, a cablesplicer work underground lines. I was there for 41 years, only job I ever had. Starting pay is good and they have great benefits. I was able to keep all my medical insurance, dental vision, when I retired. I also had 5 weeks vacation when I had 25 years. Along with my retirement, Social security (which you may never see) and my 401k I make it along fairly well. You can nearly make as much as you want if you don't mind working overtime. I knew a lineman that worked OT all the time, made about $140,000 a year. You will never get rich but you can make a good living.

Think you got a good deal, looks like a solid boat

Loved to watch projects like this. You got it for a steal which leaves more money to put in the project.

I will go with the Booyah Pad Crasher followed by the Scum Frog.

Won't regret this, I have a few and they are worth it.

Catt I like the way you think especially the chocolate milk and a big ole honey bun.