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Until the water warms up the bass will stay around deeper structure. Points are always a good target and right now primary points are hot.

I would bet that "carp" was a buffalo. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ictiobus

White Christmas and a roaring fire? Jack Frost nipping at your nose? The silence of a soft snow?

Green Pumpkin w/ Black Flakes

I have been fishing Shimano reels since 1997. I had a retainer ring break on a Calais a few years ago which was an easy and inexpensive fix. Other than cleaning and lubrication, that is the only issue I have had with 25 or so reels in over 16 years of ownership. I like collecting new stuff, but I expect the Shimanos I have to last a lifetime and continue to improve with age. Regarding the $40-$50 comparison...I think you might notice a difference. The Shimano Symetre is REALLY a nice reel for around $100, but the Stradic is a step up fore sure.

Those are some fine fish

Burrrrrr...

Send a PM or call Mike at DVT.

#6 Yo-Zuri Hybrid or Tatsu

I am a big fan of Tatsu, but for cranking I am using it as a leader on #30 Kanzen. Other suggestions are AbrazX, Yo-Zuri Hybrid (copolymer) and Sunline Super Natural (monofilament).

I recently oredered the Pinnacle Perfecta DHC5-681CAM. http://www.pinnaclefishing.com/shop/p-87-perfecta-dhc5.aspx#page=page-1 $156 MSRP

The Alabama Rig is #1. After that, Smithwick Rouge, Siebert Outdoors Swim Jig (bluegill)/ Rage Tail Menace (trailer),Red Eye Shad, Norman Fat Boy and MegaStrike StrikeBack Spinnerbait.

Mike is signed up for the RoadTrip. Come meet him at Wilson Lake!

Use your imagination. I think this is Big O's favorite Rage Tail.

AVS68MXF

I prefer Moderate Action http://www.bassresource.com/fishing_lures/pinnacle-optimus-xlt-dhc-review.html

Greatest Tournament Fisherman: Rick Clunn Greatest Fisherman: Al Lindner

I have no suggestions. The StirkeBack is THE BOMB!

Wow! Very surprising comments. How do you anticipate a surge? I have 100% confidence in my drag and drag setting. I depend on it exclusively.

The preferred cadence changes with other factors. Right now a long pull and an extended pause is the ticket around here. When the water warms up, a faster retrieve come into play. When the fish are red hot, in a feeding frenzy, the Rapala XRap is a great lure.

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Maybe forever!

Green is a fine all-around color and especially in gin clear water. I like it, too!

Siebert Outdoors Dredge Series: http://www.siebertoutdoors.com/Dredge-Series_c6.htm

Smoke or Purple Smoke are not new. This color blends perfectly with stained water. This is my main color.