SPEEDBEAD.

Ronnie, I changed something in there for ya buddy.

Does it have to be a hunting trip? Take the money and make a run to El Salto or Baccarac. Just a thought...

No boat for me. I'll be hitch hiking all week long. Gene, do you think you are going to post a list modeled after the one in the "3rd annual trip" thread?

Absolutely. 2001 HDLR. You want the fenders too? ;D

I'll take a new Harley from the plant. Signed by Willie G if possible The Lowrider could use a new brother....

#1. I have only one reel that cost under $100 and that's my 4 pound ultralite reel. I don't have to justify anything! It's my money, the bills are paid and I love to fish so I buy what I want when I want if I have the cash. #2. I'm not going to downgrade to another rod or reel just because they go on sale. I'll either make do with what I have or save the money to get what I want . #3. Do you use Charmin to wipe your ars or the cheap sanpaper type that is half the price. Good for you... A lot of people have to watch their money. I think that was the point of the OP.

20lb CXX for everything I have been throwing. Will likely go up to 25lb for the bigger Huds this year.

LOL, you will find out that I am not too picky. As long as it doesnt bite back (or at least bite too hard), I can and probably will eat it. I am down for whatever. I have to see how many people I am looking at before I see what sides I can do, or if the chicken will be it. We'll see soon I suppose.

Why do I have a feeling that Russ is somehow involved in this? Slow day at UPS maybe? ;D

What happened to the signature at the bottom of my posts?

OBEY THE CHUBBY

Great. Thanks Burley. Note to all: I am not responsible for explosive flatulence....

Muddy, are you looking for something that doesnt make a rattling noise? Is that one of the things you wanted with the wood plugs?

LOL at the smiley!! Here is another one for ya

I wanted to throw this out there... If anyone wants to make a side dish to go along with the chicken cookout on Tuesday, let me know. Whatever you think would go well with pit grilled chicken sounds fine with me. Obviously, we are still waiting on a final count for that meal, so I dont really know how much of a chore you would be signing up for. My ears are open.

That's the school on my Criminal Justice degree. Never any doubt of my favorite college team. (even after that Rose Bowl) ;D

CJ, are there any "dont miss" tackle shops around the lake? There is really nothing to speak of in this area and I cant say I have ever been to a really great tackle shop.

Those were my thoughts. I already reserved the room, so I'm out for a cabin. Now I'm stuffing an envelope and mailing it to Ronnie ;D Alright, another PA guy going!!! LOL

I voted for the 7'6" MH/Mod. I like the extra length for casting purposes. The guy that designed the lure recommends using a larger (MH/H) crankbait rod and 15lb fluoro. I have heard that the Spro baits have a tendency to "helicopter," but I have not thrown mine yet and have not personally experienced it. Wayne

Take a breath. Burley is just messing with ya... Seriously though, take a look at the KVD Line and Lure conditioner. I think you will be very impressed with the results. Lighten up man. Its all good in the hood.

He didnt necessarily compare the bait to anything else, other than saying he worked it where he would typically throw a wake bait. So, I suppose you could gather that yes, it does compare to a Slammer in that it can be used for a wake bait. Obviously, different baits will have different actions and subtle differences. I think Matt's baits are proven and you should feel confident purchasing one (or 5 )

MMM....Had a pepperoni pizza Lava Pocket Every day, same thing LOL

I just PMed Randall about this bait. He speaks highly of them and they are on sale, which makes it even better. I have not used the bait personally though.

Muddy, you might want to try one of the new Tru Tungsten or BBZ1 Shad floating models. http://www.***.com/descpageSPROSWIM-SBZSFS.html Spro floater is right at 3/4oz

I can't fly with any, please grab me a case also. I can paypal money ahead of time if necessary. Soooo, then you ARE flying? : Sissy