Redlinerobert

If the rod sucks, I'l use it in a salad.

That is a good looking bait.

Ah man - looks like the picture on the top corner rotates every time you hit the link.

Is famous. Check him out on the kistler website. http://kistlerrods.com/p/KR/c-/SHRT005.html

One last color. Clown.

Nice pics man!

Any time Gary. As far as MegaBass Lures are concerned, you can't go wrong. The problem I have is that I end up never using them because they are so beautiful! Beautiful Enzo by the way! My good friend Eric Peterson has an Enzo as well, use to belong to Sergei Federov.

I am anxiously waiting for my rod to get here. Where did you hear that you can get it in green also Redneck?

Really? Those are the same colors you wore when you came to visit. ;D

Leaving end of October guys, and all I can think of is... SETTING THE HOOK!! Here are some pictures of custom lures I am having made for the trip.

Welcome to the best Bass board on the net. I like nice equipment. In the last year or so i got back into fishing myself. Bought a boat, several rods and reels, and like you, I want the best stuff available. For rods I have found a couple different companies make some realy nice offerings. I typically buy the best rods from their respective lines, and have been very happy with my purchases. Rods: I use to be a GLoomis diehard, but now my GLX rods are at the bottom of my boat. The new line of Steez rods by Daiwa are just awesome. Expect to pay anywhere from $350-$600 retail for these rods. When you pick them up and compare weight to other companies offerings, you will understand what I am talking about. I also really like Fenwick Techna AV rods. They are super light and super sensitive, and much more competitvely priced at ~$200 a piece. You cannot go wrong with either. Kistler rods I might add are very nice too. I use a 7'6" model for fishing frogs. Reels: Again, I was a huge fan of Shimano but Daiwa reels feel much more precise (no backplay) and simply look nicer in my opinion. Their Steez reels are insanely light, precise, and can handle just about anything you throw at them. For $450 they are money well spent. I also love their Zillion line of reels, which is their workhorse reel. Strong and for $250 they are a bargain. Not to mention that they can cast a lure a country mile. The one Shimano that I do find impressive is the Stella spinning reel. They run about $500, and paired with a Steez spinning rod there is no better spinning rod combo on this earth. Just ask Low Budget Hookers from the board. ;D

OK guys, I bought my knife for the trip. After this thread I am sure it will not be the last knife I buy. SOG Team Elite.

Very nice Zel, but too pretty for my needs.

This may be takin it over the top....but it bugs me when people lie to make people feel bad for them or to make a situation seem different than it is. This site will prove that Captains claim of his county sharing 1 cop with another is not true.....http://www.co.juniata.pa.us/ Time to change your screen name from Captain to deck hand. ;D

Wow Gene, those are nice! But again I expect to use this knife and most of those look like collectibles.

Ok I have narrowed it down to these two knives: Benchmade Osborne Presidio Sog Seal Pup Elite Any thoughts on these guys?

Thanks guys. I like the Seal Pup as well, That looks like an excellent knife for the money. The Moran sounds nice, but this particular knife will get some use guys. That knife sounds like something I'd keep for display.

Hey guys, I'd like to pick up a great knife, folding would be great but not necessary. If it doesnt fold I'll carry it on a sheath. What do you guys recommend? Something in 5 - 7" is what I am looking for. Under $500 would be ideal.

Congratulations man! I have to admit, I got really lucky with my girlfriend as well.

Way to go 4Bizz! That rod you picked up is nice.

You are ok and that is all that matters.

I am seriously looking at one of those Core reels as well. Let us know what you think.

Great fish, great looking water too!

Wow Russ. Excellent video my friend. Truly glad you made it out and I look forward to your next visit. Gidge and I will make it out there, perhaps sooner rather than later. I suggest you come back in Feb or March for the big ladies.

I spoke to the salesperson at E21 today. I am looking at more like 3 weeks to get it. The 6'9" rod weighs in at 3.2 ozs. I hope it comes in before I leave for Brazil....