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Excellent work. Projects like that make you proud.

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I have them both. Smooth and enjoyable to use. I recommend them both especially the sx. It’s probably one of my favorites.

About 2 years ago, I had a 1992 Alumacraft SuperBandit with a 75 hp Mercury. It ran like a champ. I sold it and got a slightly newer and larger boat, a 2004 Triton V197 with a 200hp Mercury. This boat also runs really well. The few problems that I have had have been wiring issues. I have had to do some rewiring. Sometimes I would like to rewire it completely but am a little afraid of that.

I'm right handed but prefer left handed baitcasters. It's what I started with because of reeling left with spinning gear. Now it feels natural to me. As a bonus, sometimes left handed baitcasters are on sale when the right handed ones are all gone.

Unfortunately I'm not good enough to really have any great spots or baits. If I am fortunate enough to have some good outings I'll share especially if the person seems like a nice guy. Now if I find some kind of "honey hole" I may be a little more tight lipped. However, a lot of my fishing revolves around fishing with high school kids and their boat captains. We share a lot.

I like 15 to 20 pound braid. Usually I just get whatever is on sale. However I do like to use Hi Vis so that I can watch my line more easily. I also like to use a leader.

Similar to others: Navionics map card especially for unfamiliar waters and braid on spinning rods.

About 3 years ago, I bought a laguna on sale-my first baitcaster. I'm still using it today. Nothing special but it still performs well and has given me no problems.

Thanks Wayne for the advice. Sorry for the long delay in acknowledging your help. I ended up getting one Deckhand and mounted it at the bow. I also used a bracket so that it can be easily removed if I happen not to want it on the boat for an outing. I have enjoyed using it as it has helped us stay "put" in deeper water. Someday perhaps I can get a set of power poles or talons.

I've gotten to where I like to fish 3 and 4 in grubs on a light wire hook. That way when I get hung up on something (my son asks if I like to), I can just pull hard and straighten the hook without losing the bait. I'm using 10-15 pound braid on this set up.

1. Past-My grand dad. He had health problems during the times that I remember him. Before my time, he fished a lot. I would have liked the opportunity to go with him. Present-my son 2. I have a Pflueger Trion on an Abu Veritas rod that has served me well for several years. 3. Don't forget about all the simple baits that worked as a kid.

I wouldn't purposely buy a casting rod for a spinning reel(many good spinning rods out there) but...if that was all that I had to put on there, it would work and I could fish. Hope you find a good rod.

That's an idea...

Nice truck. It looks like it's really been taken care of.

Welcome

I usually put a couple of frozen water bottles along with a few Diet Sun Drops in the cooler. I also fill up a big zip loc with granola bars, pb crackers, chips, oatmeal pies, basically whatever I can find in the cabinet.

Not exactly how sure this will fit the post but...this example gives evidence of how just letting your bait sit on the bottom will get you bit. On a couple of occasions while helping my son or a friend of his with their line, I lay my rod down while my bait is still in the water. By the time I'm finished helping one of them, a bass is tugging on my line.

Understanding/interpreting what I see on my fish finder.

I have a Pflueger Trion that I've used for 6-7 years. It has been a good one.

I like them both but I must give a shout out for Scott Martin. I work with a high school fishing team and we were helping with an FLW event this past August. The kids got to meet him and he signed their hats. They were pumped.

Congratulations! Looks great. Enjoy

I have a Humminbird and have been happy with it (999 with down and side imaging). I imagine Lowrance units are just as good-just kind of what you get used to. There are many others on here who know much more than me. Get what you can afford and make the most of it. Helix units seem to be popular (probably what I'd get if I were in the market). Several versions are out there. Make sure you get one with a card slot to run maps if you choose to get them. A bigger screen is easier to read but unfortunately costs more money.

I get a little nervous too on unknown waters. One of the best things that has helped me is a lake chart showing depths, etc. I have Navionics hot maps. It helps me to know where shallow water is that I would not have known without it. Good luck.

Yea, we are very blessed-a lot of small creeks and tributaries nearby.