Everything posted by ike8120
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I've finally hit the big time!!!
Very nice congrats
- Hey everyone
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Weight and measurement device and APP
Anyone ever try this?
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What have you learned from filming your fishing trips?
I learned that I am terrible at taking pics
- Tied my PB!
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Speed Clips
That clip is what I started using, The cheap ones the metal has a larger dia and can be hard to attach.
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Spooling reels for spring
I use Tripolymer, FC, and Braid/FC depends on my setups.
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Price difference…
I try to keep my lure purchases within the $10 range. But on occasion I may go above. The diference between the cheap lures and the more expensive lures in my opinion is the quality. But, the fish don't know if it is $10 or $20 lure. Bottom line it is whatever fits into your budget,
- 2026
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Rest in Peace @ WRB-2.0
Sorry to hear that. Condolences to his family
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How do you chose?
I see what I want to use the reel for, check what will fit into my budget, read reviews, then I make my selection.
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Best way to store buzzbaits/spinnerbaits?
Plano makes boxes just for spinner and buzz baits https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Plano_Spinnerbait_Box_3504/descpage-P3504.html
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Why BC reels Not Shimano/Daiwa are No-Go's?
Only Kastking reels are in my lineup. If you have any questions feel free to message me. I have a code that will save you extra money on their site. Don't know if I am allowed to post it here.
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iPhone Update
IOS 26.2 is now available
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Thoughts on Fishing when you are old and tired...
I just have to be selective the days I fish. Very hot or very cold weather is not for me. I am dealing with skin cancer and the old bones just don't like the cold.
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BPS Shakey Heads.
Keep us posted on how they work. Ideal BFS weight is 1g(1/32oz) to 7g(1/4oz).
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Your BFS experience
It is fun casting light lures, BFS is nice when the bite is tuff. Takes a little practice to cast the light lures. I have two setups
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So what's your other obsession?
At my age just staying alive
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Your Main Reason For Using Fluorocarbon Line?
Almost invisible in water
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Drag Clicker for Curado Mgl 150
There is guy on FB that sells drag clickers, he is from out of the country, search for Drag Click Kit for baitcasters
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Ned rig heads
TW has a nice selection of NED rigs https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/catpage-WEEDLESSNED.html Also found this thread from 2020
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Keeping track of multiple rods and techniques
I have an excel spreadsheet that I made to keep track of 30+ rod and reel combos I have. Plus I made one for my line inventory. Should make one for the the plastics and lures I have. Below are the headings I use ROD REELTYPE LINETYPE #TEST TECHNIQUE LUREWEIGHT ACTION POWER LINE NOTES
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Baitcaster
Kastking has some decent reels that will fit into budget. I have a number of them. https://kastking.com/collections/casting-reels?ref=top
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What are your 2026 fishing goals?
Get out as much as possible, have fun.
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It Will Probably Be a While Before I Get To Fish Again
Have a speedy recovery so you can slay the bass.