crazy4fishin

Me thinks Champ has watched WAY to many BASS programs this cold winter

I would have to agree with Bill - depends on what your going to fish i.e. large bodies of water like TR and what $$ you have and what $$ you want to spend in the future on the "extras" that we always seem to need to get the fishing done. I started with a gently used Nitro NX750 that was a great first boat that I was able to pay for and still have money for a few extras. After a couple of years I moved up to a larger boat (20') and am getting ready to trade again. In reality that size of boat is larger than what most of the waters around here call for - in our area a large lake is 750 - 1000 acres - but I travel to bodies the size of TR on a regular basis so the larger boat is what I want. He made a comment about the motor - that would have to be the number one thing in a used boat that I would watch out for - if you can find a used one that meets your fishing needs make sure that it has some kind of warranty on it or get it to a trusted motor guy in your area, nothing robs you of the ability to buy rods, reels and lures more than the $$ that you have to put in a motor repair. The next thing to take into account is what dealers are in your area that you can get to work on your boat in times of need - for example here in the Cornhusker state I would have to look long and hard to find a Legend dealer. Not that a good shop cant work on about any boat but it is like taking your Ford to a Chevy dealer for specialized work. Best of luck on your hunt! C4F

According to the paperwork that I got it is State Park and the last day the weigh in is at BPS on the landing

A good snap shot of the things that happen each day in our lives - thanks for sharing this C4F

"the rest of the time you have to bust you butt to make her happy and she then will be good to you." Is this a tested formula? For women that is? Most of the time I get "well this is fine....but" That is why I fish

As I sit here at my desk I am watching the snow via Lilley's Lake cam - pretty cool to see. And was thinking that I am sure glad I was down there last week when it was high 50's to 60..... Of course here in Omaroma it is 1 degree before the 10 MPH wind which makes it no less than minus 10 - man winter sure can suck! Only four more months till spring.... C4F

All of the above - with the exception of finding the right football player...we have plenty in Nebraska we just have to get them all going the right direction Also it would be great if these could be videoed and put on YouTube for those of us that are not in the immediate area. C4F

Went out early today - but didnt beat the guides as they are a bit tougher than I am. I went just above Lilleys and started throwing a light pink trout magnet with the float anywhere from 5-6'. I stopped counting at 20 - most were in the keeper range with a couple that were very nice. Everything back in the lake for the next time. What a great day - good fishing, weather warming up and the Eagles were putting on a good show for those that were watching. C4F

Good report bluebasser - nice fish. I could see them locked on the bottom but never thought of a spoon to get them up and biting. I normally relate the spoon to White Bass and schooling bait fish. C4F

Now you tell me! I got out yesterday around the dam area - threw a wiggle, jerk bait and even a spinner early on when there was wind. Only had one thump the jerk bait in flooded timber. But it was a great day - warm sun, light breeze and the wild life. pretty cool..and none of the Black Friday stuff..maybe today will be better?? C4F

Danger - you should submit the picture to Bassmaster magazine - they have pictures of all the lunkers in the back, you might as well get a little notoriety for such a nice catch. C4F

Okay here is a hail Mary - we just worked our schedule that we can be out of town the 27th - 1st - to me that means FISHING!!!....any recommendations where to stay on such late notice? Contacted all of the places that I knew and were booked....I know I am late thanks and take care all! C4F

Not the norm for sure - basically it is a great way to generate cash flow and in the event that any one of us isn't chosen then the few $$$ that they credit back is probably far less than the interest on a line of credit assuming that is the way they run the business. C4F

I started trying at 6 a.m. and it wasn't until 9 that I was able to "get in" One would of thought I was applying for medical coverage from the Federal Government!! I to am on the waiting list. Huntest you are right - I talked to a lady in their office last week and she told me that if I was a life member I would be able to sign up then....for only $500 - decided to wait and take my chances. But you are right - I see that they already charged my card. O well - I have done this quite a few times and it was worth it. C4F

We took a run down to the Branson landing area and decided to fish the bluffs right across from Belk and up lake....we started catching a number of shorts plus 6 keepers using a trout magnet in white about 8-10' deep. There was a 25 yard area right across from the fountain that they were just nailing it. We then decided to run up to Fall Creek - very slow so we switched to pink and had limited success. We didn't keep a limit but we sure had fun. C4F

Speaking from experience there is a fair temperature variation comparing Taney to TR for a couple of reasons...first the water is cooler and even more so if they are generating and if you are in the upper end the bluffs make a huge difference as to when the sun beats down. If there is a breeze it is even more comfortable. If they are getting guides I am sure they will be on the water in the 6 a.m. range and off by 11ish - so it shouldn't be horrible, but always follow the drink water rule. C4F

Good article and many thumbs up on Bill's outlook and attitude - even though he favors the MO Tigers.....wife and I guided with him on Table Rock and he was a great time. C4F

Wrench - I wish you would tell us what you feel instead of beating around the bush I am sure that it would make you feel better and save you counseling fees.....but you are right.....I admit I am as bad as a Bass looking at that flashy spinner bait when looking at those Rangers etc. Man I sure would like to have one of those - then my wife has "convinced" me that "we" are fine with what we have. O to win the lottery..... C4F

I am not sure they would let you use the ramp even if they did I would not use the Fall Creek ramp - a couple of weeks ago they still had all of the earth movers etc. on the ramp and it was a mess. Coopers is much nicer, has a dock to tie your boat to which makes it nice. C4F

I talked to Ken and what a nice guy - I was also there when he weighed in. He was telling me that he doesn't think he will be able to sleep tonight because of all of the excitement. I did notice that the Bass being weighed were getting smaller as the day went on and they were bunching up around the 3lb - 3.5 lb range. And if you have a chance I would recommend going over to Long creek - the Oakley guys are a great bunch...and no they didn't promise me a pole or anything like that for saying anything....butI would take one :] C4F

Excellent! and congrats to the Mom 'n Dad.....

Holy firetruck! Memo to self do NOT team fish with Lollygagger........just glad you are still with us bud! C4F

You are right about the type of plastics - I started using what I had in the boat and then switched to the Zman and there is a difference in fish catching. These things last forever and you are right when you say the worse they are the better they fish. C4F

Dave are you on Ned's Finesse Network email string? C4F

Give this a click - I have used this for over a year and frankly it catches bass and other fish when the traditional baits cant get it done.....love it and anyone can fish it C4F