roadwarrior

Oh my! 35lbs!!!!!!!!

Collierville Civic Center Neshoba Park, Germantown Grove Park, Germantown

No doubt, the GYCB Lizard is a great choice. I would also recommend the Rage Tail Eeliminator.

http://www.bassresource.com/fishing_lures/pinnacle-optimus-xlt-dhc-review.html

I don't think it makes much difference, you can use any knot or just your favorite knot. What is important is tying a good knot: If it ain't perfect, it ain't good enough. For the most part I use a Palomar Knot for single hooks and a Duncan (Pitzen/ 16-20) for treble hooks. Here's a new knot you might try: Big O Knot http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/110842-new-knot-the-big-o/

Saving Private Ryan is my all-time favorite. Before that, Patton.

BEE-U-TEE-FULL!

I feel that way for tournaments in general, but if it's a big time event I would concede the spot out of respect.

One in particular comes to mind: Lamiglas SR705R. This is THE BOMB for deep diving crankbaits. I have found it to be the perfect rod for casting The Rig.

At least once a year.

Give the Tuf-Line a try. BassResource member sale $4.99. http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/113671-new-tuf-line-supercast-free-line-offer/

Just play around with them and see how they balance.

I don't have any issues. Last weekend at Pickkwick it was all about milfoil. 32 bass, 28 on jerkbaits, 4 on Red Eye Shad. However, I think you are missing the point. These three rigs are a foundation to build on. Then, for many of us, we start to collect equipment for "special purposes". Although these three suggestions cover a broad range of applications, there are better tools for specific tasks. Anyone who fishes deep crankbaits a lot knows they really NEED a powerful rod with a moderate or slow tip and a reel with low gear ratio and torque. The Rig and large swimbaits really require heavier gear. Punching grass on Lake Okeechobee, ya think? This list goes on and on if you get into "technique specific" fishing tackle. You can catch fish with a cane pole and kite string, but I have 17 rigs and will undoubtedly be adding to my collection. p.s. Rick Clunn and our very own Big O fish EVERYTHING on one rod. They have multiple rods, but they are all the same!

Copolymer; Spinning tackle: Yo-Zuri Hybrid #4 or #6 Bautcasting gear: Hybrid #12 Fluorocarbon: Seaguar InvizX #10 Seaguar AbrazX #12 Braid: Tuf-Line #10 Tuf-Line #30

3.5" used as a trailer on the Sworming Hornet.

Here are some reviews on Pinnacle rods: Pinnacle: http://www.bassresou...rods-and-reels/ http://www.bassresou...imbait-rod-711/ http://www.bassresou...T-perfecta.html http://www.bassresou...rma-review.html http://www.bassresou...dhc-review.html

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For enthusiasts, technique specific gear is fun to collect. However, three rigs cover all the basics: #1 6 1/2' or 7' MH baitcaster for jigs, some soft plastics and spinnerbaits #2 6 1/2' or 7' MM baitcaster for treble hook lures #3 7' MF spinning rod for lighter lures and a variety of techniques

Thank you! -Kent

Yes!

Give us a price range so the guys can be specific. Generally, an all-around rod is 6 1/2'-7' Medium or Medium Heavy Power/ Fast Action. I recommend Medium Power.

Did you make the zonker strip or where can you buy them?

Your set-up is really designed for treble hook lures. A stiffer rod would be much better for jig and soft plastics. Back to the question, a Carolina-rig is the classic tool for searching the bottom.

Welcome aboard!

29 again!