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Buckeye Lures J-Will Swimbait Heads (also available weedless) does the job for me.

Looking for some help on what size EWG fits the 3" Yomama the best. Hearing good things about it, but 4" seems to be the standard size, and I can't find much on the 3". Hoping to use it as a smaller profile flipping bait for largemouth. If anyone can chime in with their suggestion/experience I'd appreciate it!

Assuming you're talking about the 4"? Anybody know what size EWG fits best in the smaller 3" Yomama?

"You got a problem with Canada gooses takin’ Canada deuces?" -Wayne, Letterkenny

Not sure where you are coming from but Susquehanna Fishing Tackle is prob 40 minutes from Harrisburg and maybe an hour from Hamburg. https://sfttackle.com/ You can always call ahead and make your decision based on the info you get over the phone.

^^^ I would suggest calling if you can't physically make it there. They told me their online inventory was in need of update. Cool place though, and they price match tackle warehouse.

You can use a Palomar with fluorcarbon but make sure it is tied properly, and you're wetting the line to prevent it from burning. I use a double pitzen with great success.

Pretty decent amount of info available on Prince Gallitzin: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/PrinceGallitzinStatePark/Pages/Fishing.aspx I haven't gone yet this year but if it was me I'd launch from the area I have circled.

Nope. I fish Shawnee, High Point, Yellow Creek and Glendale most often.

Let the grass tell you how much weight you need to penetrate. 1/8-1oz flipping weights should cover the creature baits. I try to throw the senko more on grass edges weightless, or with as little weight as possible.

Shawnee is producing some quality fish. Guys who have been around longer than I have say it's not as good as it was, but it's getting there. I won a partner tournament there in 2018 with a 3 fish bag that was 13# 7oz. The craw deal makes sense. @DevinH load up on senkos, rage bugs and beavers if you make it out there.

There is a tournament scheduled for Shawnee on Saturday 6/20 7am-3pm launching from the in-park ramp. As far as I know, it's still a go. The lake is only about 450 acres and usually draws 40 or more boats. With it being the first points event of the year, and with the unique situation over the last few months, it could be more traffic than usual. Not trying to chase you away, just a friendly heads up as you make your plans.

1.) Lose crankbait in some rocks ? 2.) Swear off crankbaits and pick up buzzbait ?? 3.) Catch 7# ☑️ 4.) Forget you were mad and add new crankbaits to you TW cart

Congrats!

Any admins want to erase my repeated post, please? Darn internet connection issues...Sorry!?

I've got a spinning set up Shimano Sedona and Daiwa AirdX that comes in at just about $100. And it's fun to fish with! Most of my rods and reels are between $100 and $200 a piece, and most of them have been purchased for less than retail. I try and spend realistically. I fish local club tournaments, not the Elite Series. My average combo is probably $300. Good, durable equipment that will last with regular maintenance, but not over the top compared to what I could spend. I would make a price jump based on technique, where sensitivity is critical. For example I would be willing to spend more on a jig rod than a frog rod. As far as brand loyalty, I am a fan of Shimano reels. But, that's my preference. There are many quality brands available. Rods... Well that's another story and a work in progress. I would like to someday have one line of rods, but for now it's a mix and match. Currently Dobyns and Falcon are seeing a lot of use.

I've got a spinning set up Shimano Sedona and Daiwa AirdX that comes in at just about $100. And it's fun to fish with! Most of my rods and reels are between $100 and $200 a piece, and most of them have been purchased for less than retail. I try and spend realistically. I fish local club tournaments, not the Elite Series. My average combo is probably $300. Good, durable equipment that will last with regular maintenance, but not over the top compared to what I could spend. I would make a price jump based on technique, where sensitivity is critical. For example I would be willing to spend more on a jig rod than a frog rod. As far as brand loyalty, I am a fan of Shimano reels. But, that's my preference. There are many quality brands available. Rods... Well that's another story and a work in progress. I would like to someday have one line of rods, but for now it's a mix and match. Currently Dobyns and Falcon are seeing a lot of use.

I've got a spinning set up Shimano Sedona and Daiwa AirdX that comes in at just about $100. And it's fun to fish with! Most of my rods and reels are between $100 and $200 a piece, and most of them have been purchased for less than retail. I try and spend realistically. I fish local club tournaments, not the Elite Series. My average combo is probably $300. Good, durable equipment that will last with regular maintenance, but not over the top compared to what I could spend. I would make a price jump based on technique, where sensitivity is critical. For example I would be willing to spend more on a jig rod than a frog rod. As far as brand loyalty, I am a fan of Shimano reels. But, that's my preference. There are many quality brands available. Rods... Well that's another story and a work in progress. I would like to someday have one line of rods, but for now it's a mix and match. Currently Dobyns and Falcon are seeing a lot of use.

Yes- they should honor the sale price for a purchase within 7 days. However, they may try and offer you a store gift card as your refund. Just a heads up.

I think its relative to where you are. Most of my tournaments have a 15" limit so anything that makes it into the livewell and onto the scale is a "nice" fish. Fun fishing, anything near 3# usually finds its way in a photo. That's a quality fish (my opinion) for Western PA. When I'm shaking so bad it takes me a couple tries to re-tie, that's usually 5+. And if/when I ever break 8# in my neck of the woods, I'll have a replica made. That being said, I took a guide trip in Texas and my perspective changed based on the possibilities of what I could catch. 2 and 3 pounders were still welcome, but I viewed them a little differently knowing the caliber of fish that live there.

Another vote for VMC. All I have to do is reel into them and lift. No need for a violent swing like you would when setting a heavy wire flipping hook. I use a Ned head with an Owner hook in it, with much success, also.

I was within ear shot of a family today who were extremely upset that the big mouth bass (or as we know them, carp) were jumping all over the place, but wouldn't bite their hook... If I would have known that fish prefer to eat hooks, I could have saved a few thousand dollars in tackle...

This year I've started experimenting cranking with copoly. Results so far are positive and it's easy on the wallet. Using 10# and 12# yo-zuri hybrid. Previously 12-15# seaguar red label. Lots of good fluoros out there. I throw 17# invixz on my jig rod and use the 20# sunline FC leader for pitching with braid. Once you get the backlash situation under control, take some time to practice your knots. Seems like a lot of fluoro issues are not the result of bad line, but a poor knot. (Living proof, here).

Backpack with a small terminal box and a day box that I change based on time of year and conditions for that day. One compartment for plastics that I keep in their original packages. Spool of leader line, scale, braid cutter/split ring plier, pliers, lure retriever, attractants. Hyrdration and granola bar. Can get away with 3 rods to cover a wide range of presentation. Rod power and action also change based on time of year. Pretty simple and very efficient.

I'm headed to my "home lake" today, and I'm not sure what I will find. I'm a little concerned because the lake is open, but the facilities are closed and the maintenance staff has been cut back. Haven't been there since the stay at home order was put in place but I've heard it has been overly crowded every day. I'm more concerned about the condition of the park and the lake than the number of people. Sad that I have to think about packing gloves and plastic bags along with my tackle to help clean up after the folks who leave their trash behind... Who knows, maybe I'll be surprised...