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Love hearing stories of GIANT bass being caught and the details. Reminds of watching Doug Hannon as a child. On the other hand, I cringe at the immense popularity of these lakes back then. Can't imagine being glassed the whole time your fishing or being invaded after a big catch.

Now you need an outfit for each one of those cranks.

We've been iced over since New years. Me and my fishing buddy have been driving to the city once a week to Bass pro to give us something to do.

$100 reels are high end for this guy. My 3 favorite baitcasters that I own. (1) Abu Garcia orra SX (2) Shimano SLX (3) Lews speed spool Can't imagine any better performance.

Something I did that helped the ole posture, went to lithium batteries for trolling motor and fish finder......cheaper in the long run do to longevity.

I'm right handed so mounted mine on right so I toggled through the menus with my right hand. Mount the fish finder for ease of use.

On days that I have that overwhelming feeling that a skunk is inevitable......I'll simply tie on a chatterbait and succumb.

I'm still using the Striker 4 for it's simplicity. Would like to hear your opinion later about the Helix. Oh, really like those Bass Raiders.

I take it in stride as with most things in life.....ain't worth getting excited over. BUT!! I don't go around broadcasting it either.

58* water temps is peak pre-spawn for LM in the lakes I fish here in VA/WV. Time of year may vary but I start consistently catching staged fish around the 58* mark.

The Dolphins were intimidated and hired a biracial coach. I'm sure they checked his DNA to avoid any further backlash. I do however believe McDaniel will succeed, high football IQ.

Yes indeed, thanks Glenn. This is the only fishing forum I'm a member of. I've only had 1 issue since joining......the realization that I'm merely an average fisherman. Lol

It's easier to catch any fish than many fish but some fish that are many don't bite as well as any.

Enjoy reading, good stuff. Can't imagine " only 30 boats in line ".

I throw quite a bit of Yum Dingers weightless TR and Wacky but if push comes to shove I'd choose ZinkerZ over any stick bait. Thanks for the tips ?

Speed skating and ski jumping. I also prefer summer games over winter.

Gar are a popular fish to bow hunt, especially at night. I watch YouTube videos all the time. To be more specific, it's the Alligator Gar that are targeted.

Tools, rope, lights, fuses, survival kit, food, water, sunscreen, prop, shear pins, gloves, 1st aid kit, phone, net, emergency paddle and inflatable PFD.

I've not experienced all the grass consumption but understand what your say'n. I like to drag the frog across the mat and let it settle in any opening I can find, doesn't take much.

My fishing buddy always laughs at me because I frantically release fish during the spawn. No, won't keep a spawning bass but you do as you want, not my business.

Wife and I both grew up in households with large gardens and you are correct sir, home grown is leagues ahead of store bought. We moved from the valley up into the mountains where a garden is merely a pipe dream. ?

5" Senko weightless 100% of the time and once the salt has dissolved, I go with nail weight. Texas and wacky is the only way I throw them in mostly water under 15ft.

Never losing that high level of enthusiasm, the excitement and anticipation before each trip......That in itself spawns success. Imo

As an avid football fan this case is puzzling. Coach Flores had a bright future as a head coach but from my understanding he did not respect authority and was constantly butting heads with GM Chris Grier which lead to his termination. It all started when he was asked to tank for a franchise QB like a Joe Burrow. He refused to comply. Even with his fine coaching resume, he was overlooked from the many HC positions, possibly do to his negative dealings with front office. Wonder what kind of Hornets nest this is gonna stir up ? Oh, and then throwing Belichick under the bus, wow.