Ham

I much prefer the RK55 to a wart, but I see no need for the 50 size

I love the RK 55, but I have no initial interest in the 50 size.

Accuracy is overrated. 🤪

Hold that thought

I ain’t him, but Super Spook Jr is my favorite for Specks.

Part me is Super Happy for you ; part of me hates you Bigly.

darn, that’s pressure. I’ll try to make that happen soon.

No soup for you KJ.

I wouldn’t mind one if it felt right

Anybody have any experience with the Fitzgerald rod. Bryan Thrift Topwater rod seems about right.

I’ll defknitely keep that in mind Mark.

I’m a big fan of Lews Bait Casters, but Ill never buy another Lews spinning reel. I bought Team Gold and they are Just not good enough for the money. Shimano lost me forever with binding issues. Daiwa and Pflugers for me.

Not large, but my first of the year.

Cuttie

A little guy with Parr Marks

And so it begins. I put in across the River from the house. I had a bite on the first cast, but didn’t catch a fish until my 3rd cast of the year. I fished for about an hour. I caught 12. I had about another 1/2 dozen hooked. Water was pretty trashy, but I made it work a little. For a little bit, I had caught twice as many Browns as Rainbows.

If it bums you out when people count the fish they catch, you should look the other way right now. ************************************************************************************************ 2018 was a tough year for me. My Dad’s health failed. I was unable to take him fishing again before he died. I fish because I loved spending time with my Dad. I likely would not be a fisherman without his loving guidance. Thanks Dad ! You were the Best. by the Numbers I fished in 4 states. I fished with 15 friends and family. I was able to make 78 fishing trips. I caught 45 species of fish. I caught 2757 fish all together. best I could tell I made 27 trips in the trout boat, 13 trips in the BassCat, 14 trips in a yak/canoe, 11 trips wading, and 13 trips as a guest in someone else’s boat. I had some tremendous experiences and I Thank everyone that took the time to fish with me. I hope to have a fun and successful 2019. I’ve got Big, Crazy ideas for my fishing in 2019. It’s gonna be stupid Fun!

A pistol grip would be OK, but not necessary

Man, I’m hoping to avoid that.

Thanks I’ll check em out. I’m not worried about brand name and it won’t hurt my feelings if it’s cheap.

So, I’m looking for a bait caster to mainly throw Squarebill Crankbaits. I want it to be 6 foot to maybe 6’8”. I require a little shorter than modern std length ; it doesn’t have to be pistol grip, but shorter than normal. I’d like it to be a MH. 10-20 lb line and say 1/4 to 3/4 oz lure weights with a MF taper. When I fish Square bills, I usually am making shorter casts around cover in shallow water and need to be able to lean on the fish a bit. I’m looking at commercially prepared rods. It might be labeled Spinnerbait or Topwater instead of Crankbait. Any recommendations ?

Lucky!

Awesome Job David! More than a little Jealous, but I’ll get my chance.

#Truth Trust No One.

He puts fair weather fisherman like me to shame.