Mobasser

I wouldn't complain about bacon, eggs, an biscuits. One of my all time favourites!

As Catt pointed out above, many bass pros have guided on the side too. It may actually be harder for them, because once they've done well in tournaments, they have a reputation to uphold. Even the best guys have a bad day, as we all know...

I agree Tom. Working with the public would not always be easy or fun.

Yes. I like his motto. " We don't go fishing, we go catching".

A - Jay, a tackle shop where I get some of my stuff has these as well as some long, hairy, wicked looking rats. I cant remember the name now. They looked to be a full 8" long, and pretty realistic. They looked like they could crawl over and take a chunk out of you. I also think if you were comfortable with trebles at night, these could draw some hard jolting strikes. That would be some fun too

I would like to get one too. My old scale is a Zebco De-Liar. It's kind of an antique really. I'd like to upgrade

I've been bass fishing for a long time. In all my years, I've never hired a guide, nor have I ever guided other fisherman. An older friend has been tossing the idea around of starting a guide service on some local lakes. He's a good man, and honest, but I'm not sure he's really good enough to make it as a fishing guide. For those that have guided, has your business been successful? Have your clients been happy with your service? Do you get repeat clients? And for those that have hired a guide, have you been satisfied with the results? Have you given him repeat business? How does the process work? My own opinion? From what Ive learned, being a fishing guide is a tough job. If you've had experience as a guide, or in hiring one, please fill me in on your experience with this. I don't want my old friend to jump in to something he's not ready for. Thanks for any info on the guide business from both sides.

I havnt tried these yet. They look like they will be fun. Good luck with them A- Jay.

I also forgot to mention I caught a 3lb channel cat on it also. He's history now. I skinned him and he hit the frying pan. I know others have caught other species too

As I've said, when I caught fish on it, it with the 1/20 oz head. I kept it moving, trying not to let it sit too long. I was trying to use one of the retrieves outlined in the Midwest Finesse form on In Fisherman.There are 6 retrieves that they recommend. But I'm still not sure if I'm fishing it correctly.... Yes. Agree it's not a "new" bait. Its been around for a while

My wife sold our air fryer at a garage sale years ago. We realized we just never used it. We have a cast iron kettle we've used to fry crappie fillets. I try and have a good stash to cook up on 4rth of July. I bread them, and drop them in the hot oil. When they float, leave them floating untill they're golden brown. And I always make sure I've got a bottle of Zatarains Cajun hot sauce on hand. A couple of shots of your favourite hot sauce makes em perfect!

I may be in the minority here, but I love the history of our sport, as much as fishing for bass. Guys like John Powell should be remembered for the contributions they made. There are so many more. The simple plastic worm has probably caught more fish for more people over the years than any other baits- all combined. Put in some time, and learn to fish the T rig. You'll be glad you did.

I'm sure he would have Catt. This was his style with the Creme worm. With all the teqniques out there today, and all the lures, it's overwhelming for a novice. If more guys would focus on the basic t rig first, they would have more luck. Learn this one first, then branch out from there. They'll probably realize that they don't need a whole lot more

Catt, I agree 110%!

There are so many good light tackle or " finesse" rigs to use these days, as need be. The few that I've caught on the Ned rig were small, and, I only had luck on the 1/20 oz head. 6lb line and med spin rod. I can catch so many more fish with a light T rig and 4" worm with the same tackle. That's how it's worked out for me anyway

There is one article in Sports Illustrated, April 1976 that mentions this. I'll see if I can find the other article about his actual tackle. I know I read about his rod/ reel combo in another piece

Sam, I was hesitant to buy this one also. I didn't see much difference in the Ned rig, and a plastic grub on a ball head jig, which I've used for years. I've read and followed the 6 basic retrieves outlined to fish this ned. I'm still not completely sold on it.

Not sure on that. But agree probably short cast.

I'd have to practice this in total secrecy, for months on end. Then I still wouldn't be able to do it!?

True for me also A Jay! I'd be embarrassed to try it in front of anyone. I was a Junior in high school when this was going on, but I like learning about this stuff.

A Jay, I thought this was pretty incredible especially with the tackle he had. Even on my very best day, I could never come close

Texas fisherman Tommy Martin won the 1974 Bassmaster Classic, fishing a spinnerbait, and a crankbait. He was clocked at an amazing 12 cast per minute. Using a Ranger 51/2 ft pistol grip rod, and a red ABU 5000 reel, he kept this pace up for a solid 8 hrs. Casting this fast and accurately would be impossible, if not unheard of in bass fishing today. This was the Classic, the biggest event in pro fishing. When ask about his win, Tommy Martin replied that he thought he won by keeping his baits in the strike zone, in front of the fish, more than the other competitors. To cast this fast, you've got to be in complete, total control of your tackle. I could never cast this fast, accurately, even with a newer magnetic reel, and lighter graphite rod. Most of us would never need to cast this fast on an average fishing trip. But, it makes sense as to what he said. Keeping your bait in the strike zone, in front of the fish, will catch you more bass. And, Tommy Martin is one of the all time best! Hands down! Anyone agree? Any opinions on fast casting?

I have too much milfoil, and some chara also. I can fish a t rig through and around this stuff, so it works much better for me also

I bought TRD plastics, and shroom heads probably 5 yrs ago. I've still got 3 or 4 bags of TRDs and heads left. One spring morning I caught 14 bass on the 1/20 oz head and orange TRD. I kept trying it, but as the weeds and moss became thicker, it wasn't working nearly as well. I switched to a light T rig, and kept catching bass through the summer. I may give it a shot this year. I don't think it will lose popularity, or that the bass have seen it too much. It still works for many folks. All the fish I caught were smaller, around 12- 14" inches.

What I've always liked about fisherman like this is that they didn't seem to over think things. They picked a method that consistently worked, and stayed with it. He was good. These days, his style would be looked down on, because of a lack of versatility. But his record speaks for itself.