Jig Man

Are you are sure it is fiberglass and not gel coat getting stress cracks?

Absolutely, positively, totally, completely, NO. Brands don't mean a thing to me except for rods and reels.

I had the SJR843 for tubes with 1/8 and 1/4 oz inserts. It was way too stiff for my applications so I traded it off to a guy in San Francisco for lighter rod.

I trim all of my jigs but I also make them. I like the skirt to be in 2 to 3 lengths depending on how many different layers or materials I am using to make it. i want a big profile most of the time. I keep sissors in the boat in case I want to remodel a jig skirt while I am fishing. I find it easier to trim on the water than wish I had more bulk or length. I don't trim fg 12 but do trim fg 30 and 40 and flare it.

Seasonal patterns don't always lend themselves to the same type setups for me but in general I'd tend to take the following to be able to cover most of the bases. All of them are loaded with 30# Power Pro with some type of leader either fluro or mono varying from 10-17#. Now as for baits I'd need a wheel barrow. 7' HF casting rod/reel 7' MHF casting rod/reel 6.5' MHF casting rod/reel 6.5' M spinning rod/reel 6.5 M spinning rod/reel

I keep my rubber and silicone skirted jigs in plastic boxes by size. All colors and head styles go into the box as long as they are the same size (different box for different size). My system wouldn't work very well from the bank.

There is no set rule of formula that I am aware of. It all depends on how your boat sets on the water. Here is a link that might give you some ideas. http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CFPage?mode=article&objectID=29748&storeId=10151&catalogId=10001&langId=-1

I don't know anything about that line but you can check it with a dial caliper.

If your unit is a Lowrance... If you have tried the exit key and it actually hasn't aquired anything, there are a few things which you can do. First off be sure you have wpts saved to an sd card which is not one of your Hot Spots or Nav. cards. Go into the menu and if WAAS is required uncheck it. If you are where it can't get WAAS it won't acquire. If you can get WAAS it will get it whether it is checked or not. If you still aren't acquiring then get your manual and do a soft reset. That should correct it if it is a software problem. If that doesn't work then do a hard reset. A hard reset will change everything back to factory settings and delete all wpts, icons, trails and routes so back them up. If none of them work then call Lowrance at 1-800-324-1356. If you have a Bird. I can't help you.

I have been using depth finders for a long time and am just now comtemplating springing for a good Aqua-Vu so I can check my interpretation of some wpts. Get comfortable with the sonar before you go for the camera.

I buy my plastics by the 100 when I can. I have a special bait closet in the garage where I keep them in plastic bags. I keep about 6-10 of each that I plan to use in plastic boxes in the boat. I haven't noticed any difference whether they are in the bag or box.

I use the 16/20 knot for almost everything although I call it a modified San Diego Jam. It is quick and easy and can be tied with gloves on.

Well I got a hold of one at BPS last night. I opened the package and played around with it for a while. It wouldn't even close without a boat eye in it. I guess I won't be owning one until they make a lot of improvements.

I also had one once and won't have another one.

Once in a while I use a fiberglass boat wax. Most of the time I use Bass Boat Saver. It is quick and easy and if you use it often it keeps the boat looking good. I also use it on the motor, boat seats, windshields and trailer tires.

I did it one time and one time only. It wasn't worth the mess and trouble for what I got.

I tried the original fused Fireline for a year. It was a big headache with knots appearing in the line and odd breakoffs half way back to the reel on hangups. I got rid of it and went to Power Pro several years ago. I have some PP on reels which have been in place for over 5 years.

I always have at least one tube tied on. Melon pepper is the best color most days, smoke, black and pumpkin seed are also good. I have found that the 4" work best for me. I use them with jig inserts, bell sinker inserts, and Trigged, mostly with the jig inserts though.

The next time I am at Bass Pro I plan to look at them up close and personal. If I like the way the look I might be interested in taking yours off your hands. Decide what you want for it shipped to MO and get back to me later this week or early next.

I have been reading some reviews of this item and got to wondering if any of you guys use it. If so what is your opinion of it? http://www.kodiaktrailer.com/content/view/14/31/

I don't apply anything to them. I bake them in a toaster oven to make the paint harder.

16-20 fast easy and always holds http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v13/JigMan/DSC02208.jpg

I'd like to see some research on that topic instead of a bunch of spit and whittle opinions. I fish a lot of 6 and 8 # line on light weight rods. I don't have any fish belly up and die when I turn them loose unless they have come from 40-50' down.

Have you considered having them reupholstered?

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