roadwarrior

Well, I'll defer to Raul, T-Rig, Jimzee and some others that really know the ins and outs of JDM reels. The two I have are not noticeably different than my "domestics". 8-)

We have a few hundred links in "Fishing Articles" at the top of the page. This will get you started: http://www.bassresource.com/fishing/bass_fishing_jig_tips.html http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1189609782 8-)

Get him a Zebco 33 combo so you guys can focus on catching fish, not messing with equipment. Catch a bunch of fish and maybe work with different gear in a year or two. This one is $30: http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0029842119398a&type=product&cmCat=SEARCH_all&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&Ntk=Product_liberal&QueryText=zebco+33+combo&sort=all&Go.y=4&_D%3AhasJS=+&N=0&Nty=1&hasJS=true&Go.x=9&_DARGS=%2Fcabelas%2Fen%2Fcommon%2Fsearch%2Fsearch-box.jsp.form23&_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1 8-)

If you aren't "price sensitive", both Gamma and Sunline Shooter Defier are options: http://www.gammafishing.com/fishing.cfm?product=1909 http://www.***.com/descpageLNESUNLINE-SLSD.html?from=tactour 8-)

WOO-HOO!

We have many members in law enforcement. I think they all represent their profession quite well. For most of us, the cops are our friends! 8-)

A big splash attracts bass. I like long casts, parallel to the bank; both out 15-20 yards from the shore and right along weedlines. 8-)

You da MAN!

All the major retailers have their in-house rods on sale, all of the time. NEVER pay full price. Here's an example: http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_98372_100002000_100000000_100002000_100-2-0 They claim it's "on sale", but they're usually "on sale". 8-)

Probably busting a school of shad. 8-)

How 'bout fishing with Dominick dressed in short-shorts and a mid-rift tank top? Muddy runs the trolling motor exclusively, all day. :-X

Fish location and cover. ...and/or structure. 8-)

There are other choices with much less memory that are just as strong and just as tough as P-Line. I was a fan for many years, but found better alternatives. Gamma is one, Hybrid is another. Many of our members recommend braid as a main line with a copolymer or fluorocarbon leader. This would address all your issues with coiling. 8-)

Hardly... : Would you tell a midget to buy nothing but 7' rods just because that is what everyone thinks should be used? Most people need a place to start. We always have plenty of "different opinions" to choose from. I'm sure that's confusing, too! Reel Mechanic offered specific advice to directly answer the poster. My advice was a little more general, but still intended to address the poster's question. "Buy what suits you" doesn't seem very helpful to me. 8-)

How 'bout the "Death Penalty"

Well now... This thread seems to have reached some level of resolution. Before others get involved to rehash their "personal experience", let's end it here. However, if you guys aren't satisfied, send me a PM and I might reopen this one. Good night Irene. -Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior Global Moderator

#12 Yo-Zuri Hybrid is 19.5 lb test. 8-)

You can probably find a Curado 200 E7 NIB for $150. I bought one last week. If you are really interested in spending less, the Citica is a fine reel, too. 8-)

Welcome aboard! 8-)

Sure, you can use any size weight. I was just describing how I fish Hula Grubs. 8-)

Not everyone knows what they need. "What suits you" is meaningless advice. For single hooks, I like Medium, Medium Heavy or Heavy Power depending on the application. In all instances, 6 1/2' or 7' lengths, Fast or Extra Fast Action. Examples would be: Soft plastics in open water: MF or MXF Spinnerbaits and buzzbaits in grass: MHF Jigs: HF or HXF For treble hooks I like Moderate or Slow Action. For example: Topwater and jerkbaits: Medium Power/ Moderate Action or Fast Action with a soft tip. Medium weight crankbaits: Medium Power/ Moderate Action Heavy and deep diving crankbaits: Heavy Power/ Slow Action (glass) Here's an overview: http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1141187546 8-)

Welcome aboard! 8-)

Standard T-rig, weedless. The less weight, the better, 1/16 - 1/8 oz, unpegged; Gamakatsu 3/0 EWG Offset Worm Hook and Hybrid Ultra Soft #6. 8-)

The Shak-e2 is very good! Your favorite plastic will work just fine, but I would suggest the Rage Tail Lobster, GYCB Kut-Tail Khuna and Roboworm 6" Shakin' Zipper. 8-)

I'm probably cheating you guys out of two more pages, but I have to read this stuff and I've had enough. Good night Irene. -Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior Global Moderator