roadwarrior

Looks like a teener to me. Did it go 20+? 8-)

This is a ridiculous post. Big bass, really big largemouth bass, don't fight at all. Most HUGE largemouth are landed in a minute or three at the most. That will NEVER happen with a 5 lb smallmouth. 8-)

That's sweet! At my house, it's a BIG deal just because my daughter is so great. Thanks for the post. -Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior 8-)

Tiger just took the lead. If he wins THIS US Open, it will be "The Greatest Win" in the history of golf. Even if you don't care about golf, you should tune in to a historical event in sports, just to say "I saw it!" -Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior 8-)

Exactly how tough does it have to be? I fish "The Rocks from Hell" on the Tennessee River and have no issues. 8-)

Hmm... You must be retrieving too fast. I had an average outing this morining on a pond that has been completely taken over by the snot grass. Six in three hours, four little tournament bass, 3-4 lbs, but two nice ones! :

I love jig fishing, but more bass have been caught on plastic worms than all other baits on this list combined. Ronnie Smarty pants! : 8-)

I am saying it is every bit as tough, but as was mentioned earlier in this thread, backlash creates kinks or weak spots in the line that should be replaced. So, tough yes, puts up with abuse, no. I'm still looking for the perfect line! 8-)

That's funny... I fish the "Rocks from Hell" and that is one of Yo-Zuri's GREATEST attributes! The abrasion resistance is second to none. 8-)

Well... l l l l l l <------ The fat one was just over 7 lbs, the other was 4" longer, but just a pound heavier. Janurary 2005, Tennessee River just below Pickwick Dam. 8-)

Hmm... As a rule of thumb: Most unweighed " 'bout 5 or 6" are 3 lbs. It takes " 'bout 7 or 8" to get to 5 lbs. Also, pictures can make big fish look small and vice versa. 8-)

No. I use to fish P-Line Floroclear and that is why I quit using the line. I had the same problem (and others) with Sensation. Both lines have been around for years and as far as I can tell, still popular with many. A bigger issue with many lines is their tensile strength verses rated strength. Stretch is involved, but the formula makeup is an important factor. All lines are not created equal. My biggest pet peeve is people getting "broken off". There is no reason for that either, but it happens all of the time. Line selection is much more than just personal preference, many factors and a variety of attributes come into play. I think the bottomline is really "trade-offs". The perfect line has not been discovered yet! 8-)

The two most important components of your equipment package are hooks and line, but not necessarily in that order! :

Welcome aboard! 8-)

Here you go Kerin... Good luck.

You have Suwannee in the northern part of the state: http://www.bassfishingflorida.com/species.htm 8-)

I did not intend to steal your thread. I will order some Butt Rub. Whenever I travel I like to sample the regional BBQ, collect rubs and sauces. Thank you for the tip. -Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior 8-)

I would apply the rub the night before or at least have it on the bird for a few hours to be absorbed by the skin. Otherwise, I'm afraid the rub would just cook off. 8-)

I have no idea what happen there. My #6 line doesn't change color or break. Don't know... 8-)

We seem to be drifting a little off-track: #1 I support law enforcement, period. #2 Common sense and professional curteousey go a long ways. #3 "Bad case of the dumbs" is correct. Everyone, but especially guys that fish for a living should know the rules and abide by them. 8-)

Probable cause: Deep backlash. Both original formula Yo-Zuri Hybrid and Hybrid Ultra Soft are a bonded fluorocarbon/ nylon copolymer. Fluorocarbon is an inert crystal which is why it lasts indefinitely. The fluoro in the line "cracks" when it is severly bent and is visible as a kink or weak spot. The spot can be easily felt and should come as no surprise as it is not some hidden flaw in the line. Solution: Strip the line containing any apparant flaws. I like to have 80-100 yards of fresh line, the rest is effectively backing. However, Hybrid and Hybrid Ultra Soft never get old, so they should only be replaced "as needed". 8-)

Man, how much did the fat girl weigh? That fish looks gigantic. 8-)

Man, that's way beyond "Just doing my job". I don't get it either. They don't owe me a break, but you might think guys fishing a big tournament would get a little consideration. I can't believe they stopped him to begin with, but a warning would have been a nice jesture. Geez... >

dodgeguy, You're probably right, that's the way to get it done...GET IT DONE! 8-)

Congratulations! No matter what it weighed... Nice fish, nice pic! 8-)