roadwarrior

Maybe the McStick, too! 8-)

Nice fish, great pics! 8-)

Fish Stick, Sack Buster, Boggy Shad or Bugger Stick

Well...That's not necessarily the case. :

Advice on Cavitron maintenance: Your lure is going to get beat up, twisted and bent. Bend it back into shape and keep fishing. The worse it looks, the better it fishes! 8-)

1/16 oz But that of course has a lot to do with the reel, the rod power and line test. Spinning tackle is much more appropriate for most guys fishing lures/ baits under 1/4 oz. I prefer spinning tackle for light line applications. Another important consideration is drag performance. Spinning tackle is so much more forgiving. When that 7lb smallmouth first sees your boat, she is not going to like it one bit! I attribute much of my personal success to very smooth and responsive drag systems. 8-)

Most reels, including brand new and high-end, will perform best with a thorough cleaning right out of the box. Regardless of the manufacturer, some reels are over greased, some under lubricated. I know a lot of our members break down their reels before they ever use them. 8-)

Great report & fish! 8-)

Micro, What is your opinion on this pistol? http://www.kimberamerica.com/1911/compact-ii-pro-carry-ii/stainless-pro-carry-ii

Well...rants don't work around here in general. Sometimes we let them run, but that would be in "Everything Else". So...Not deleted or moved...just ended. Goodnight Irene. -Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior Global Moderator

Satisfaction guaranteed: http://delawarevalleytackle.com/ BassResource.com sponsor offering our members a 10% discount! -Kent BTW: The Shimano story you heard is NOT true. Many of us know the Manager of Customer Service. He also happens to be the head of the repair department and a member of this forum (Bantam1).

I posted the results of my testing over the last year or so, last month. If cost is of little concern, Tatsu is the clear winner. I thought Seaguar InvizX was good on spinning gear; AbrazX on baitcasting tackle. I did not like Vanish, P-Line CX, 100%, P-line Floroclear and Triple Fish. I am going to continue fishing Yo-Zuri Hybrid and recommend you give it a try. 8-)

Stick Marsh/ Farm 13 is about an hour and a half drive. One of my "Dream Trips" would be fishing there with George Welcome. 8-)

San Diego Jam Knot: http://www.netknots.com/html/san_diego_jam_knot.html This is the knot I use with braid. With fluorocarbon, the 16-20, also know as Duncan or Pitzen Knot: http://www.orlandooutfitters.com/knots/knot.asp?id=12 8-)

I'm busy... So, do we cook close outside and eat in the reserved room Monday night? Big O can have the first burger off the grill, but I'm hoping the talk(s) will be during dinner. Some of us require a full night of rest to maintain our pleasant personalities and youthful beauty.

Resend the PM, I did not receive it. -Kent

Heat One of the greatest shoot-outs of all time! I'm a Pacino and DeNiro fan! ;D ;D ;D

The post was made in "Other Species" where it belongs, but this is just too cool to miss: http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1298474247/ Great job soldier...SALUTE!

Action & Power: http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1141187546 I only own one, so based on that, here's my two cents: The original Champion 683C is what I own: http://www.histackleboxshop.com/Dobyns-Champion-Casting-Rod-683C-p/dobyns-rod-champion-683c.htm If you like a split grip, this is your rod! The components and craftsmanship are outstanding. Sensitivity ranks right up there with G. Loomis IMX series. The rod balances perfectly with the CH 50MG or Core 50MG7. Power is a true MH with a firm tip. As noted in the description, this is a perfect rod for soft plastics, jigs and any other single hook lures. 8-)

That's a beauty. How 'bout some of your other guns? I'd like to see the collection! 8-)

Great suggestions! Both P-Line and Yo-Zuri are inexpensive. Give them both a try and see what you think. 8-)

Yeah, keep that rig in Illinois, those Kentucky guys will make fun of your Symetre on a casting rod! Well, then again, maybe they wouldn't notice if you fish it upside down... I have the MBR842 matched with a Core 50MG7. One of those tricked out Floogers should be just fine. The rod, assuming it is similar to mine, is too soft for bottom fishing, but is great for "moving" baits. For example, grubs, Swimming Senko, Keitech Swing Impact Fat. 8-)

Try the standard Gamakatsu 4/0 Offset Worm Hook, not the heavy wire recommended for super lines. 8-)

MS American Shade for sure! Baby Bass, Ghost Tennessee Shad, Aurora Black (blue), Pearl Flake White and Table Rock Shad will get you started. 8-)

I prefer the Shak-E2 Pro Series http://www.megastrikefishingproducts.com/shop/pro-series-shakey-heads/ 8-)