SPEEDBEAD.

I hear ya Russ. Believe me, I realize this trip is bigger than catching fish and exploring a new lake. I know my memories of this trip are not contingent upon catching fish at Gville. It would definitely be nice though

Shad, what kind of numbers can one expect on a typical day? While I wouldnt mind catching a pig, I would definitely enjoy catching fish on a consistent basis.

Good point. Over 5 if you are above the Mason Dixon Line....over 8 for everyone else LOL

Haha, sorry. Should have been more specific. What size of fish (pounds) are we gonna consider "fat girls" I am sure its a little different between Fork and Guntersville, just curious as to what level one would have to achieve to be in the "Fat Club" ?

Well, typically, you can fit three tricos on a dime. They are that small. Those things are so small, reading your leader length becomes paramount to hooking fish. Basically, if you see a trout rise in the general area of your fly, you better raise your rod tip to see if he took it.

I wont have to pay shipping, I'll drive there and pick it up

I hear ya brotha..... What are we calling "big ones" at Guntersville anyhow? Anyone know?

Cliff, you need a "Low Budget Hookers Fishing Team" shirt. After that explanation,....I'm sure it will fit. ;D Well, Unless you have them in anything but "Baby Gap" sizes, no one over the age of 6 will be able to fit into it Wayne

Yeah, I know what you mean. They also had packs that only came w/ one skirt but had an extra willow or oklahoma blade. Sorry, dont own any pink ones LOL

I agree with Tokyo. I hang mine until they are completely dry and then fold them for storage. If you have room to let them hang, I would. Its easy to hook them on a hanger w/ clothes pins. Wayne

Sometimes, I like to tie the tail a little longer using red bucktail fibers in the middle. I actually like that it extends the body on some of my jerkbaits. I used to tie flies, but got out of it because its easier to tie dressed trebles. There is a big difference in a No. 2 Treble hook and a size 26 trico fly LOL

It was a bear to get the casting seat to expose the blank properly and make it look right. I probably won't use it again. The new ACS casting seats from Fuji are interesting. I like the way they feel in my hand, it lets you wrap two fingers around the handle while palming the reel. My next one will use that seat. I bought a couple of these to fit the blanks I bought. We'll see. Ronnie Your customs are going to be one of the many highlights of the Guntersville trip that I am looking forward to. I cant wait to try one of those spiral wraps you talked about.

There ya go. Thats the way you do that.....LOL LBH has taught you well young Jedi...

Hmm....interestingly enough, you have just described me as well LOL

Nope, I dont see "rude" in your name anywhere? : Just asked for an explanation..... Sorry, in a grumpy mood today. > It doesn't really have a story with it. I was joining a boat repair/restoration forum, and I needed a handle. I am a bass fisherman, and a male, so that fits. I just threw a one on there for the heck of it. It stuck on all the rest of the forums to, as I can't remember more than one anyway. Dont worry about it, it happens. Thanks for all the replies fellas (I didnt see any of the ladies post ) I always like reading some of the ways people got their names.

Hmm....seems we have some jokers online today.....

Nope, I dont see "rude" in your name anywhere? : Just asked for an explanation.....

There was a thread like this sometime last year and I figured with so many new members and the new year starting, this would be a good one to resurrect. SPEEDBEAD comes from a discontinued Terminator spinnerbait, my favorite lure since I started fishing for Ol' Mossyback. Let's hear your explanations!!!! Wayne

Dude, cheer up a little bit. Just think how much worse life could be. Like I told the kids I worked with and the same thing Muddy tells his.... AT LEAST YOU WOKE UP BREATHING TODAY Wayne

I thought it was a great movie. That scene where he shines the light on those things standing around in a circle still gives me the creeps!! LOL

In short, Thank You. I really think this place helps me get through the daily grind of my job. Its nice to sit back, take a break and read about everyone and their outings and/or personal lives. Gives it a nice little "home" feel. You know what I mean.... Be safe and I cant wait to meet everyone in Alabama. Wayne

Thats a cool list. Thanks. Wayne

Just in time for the Gville trip......greeeeeeeat. LOL Darn Monkey

I will be sitting at home in the "Man Cave" watching TV and waiting for the fiance to get home from work. Hope everyone has a great time tonight, take a DD with you if you are drinking. Be safe. Wayne

That whole "You can die in a car" argument is tired and old. All sports carry with them some kind of risk. There are people earning a ton of money looking to prevent the next concussion in football or the next torn rotator cuff in baseball. There are also people out there trying to prevent you from dying in an auto accident by making cars more resistant to impacts from other vehicles or objects. Stay in school, learn something (grammar ;D) become successful and watch all the Darwin nominees try to out-do each other. I, too, have spoken :