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  1. I can't imagine why anyone would be down there...

    I can't imagine why anyone would be down there fishing at 3 am with the river raging. People just don't know just how quickly you can be in peril on the Ohio. Sad, yes but not very good judgement
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    I think KY should have had this program for about...

    I think KY should have had this program for about the 20 years Texas has been doing this. But KDFW has been doing important things like stocking Hybrids in lakes where they overrun the bass...
  3. Thank you Peter, I suspect what I wrote (twice)...

    Thank you Peter, I suspect what I wrote (twice) was too long to post. To everyone out there: if you are a diabetic, please do everything possible to take care of yourself. Gary didn't and he died a...
  4. Gary

    If anyone wants to know the details of Gary's death, please PM or call me @ 502 641 6770. Right now I am pissed off at this board!
  5. Gary L Walker (aka Garyfishin) 1956-2014

    I tried twice to write a tribute to my best friend and great Ohio river fisherman but It says I wasn't allowed after I was finished. A lot of you knew Gary he was one of a kind, but I can't write...
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    Put in at Cox Park, run up to Harrods Creek....

    Put in at Cox Park, run up to Harrods Creek. Fish any of the inlets and bays they will still let you fish. Stay out of Captain's Quarters unless you want to risk a $200 fine.
  7. After getting caught in a thunderstorm while...

    After getting caught in a thunderstorm while fishing lake Jericho that has idle speed restrictions, a Park Ranger that was at the ramp, told me that in the event of a thunderstorm, to disregard the...
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    Thanks for posting this article. It makes a lot...

    Thanks for posting this article. It makes a lot of sense and has pretty much answered my questions. He is correct about it being one of the best cold water crank baits out there. The next time I'm...
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    That is one monster crappie! I was going to say...

    That is one monster crappie! I was going to say Weiss
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    Still wanting to know what makes them so...

    Still wanting to know what makes them so desirable, the fact that they were made by Storm, and not Rapala?
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    Thanks for the reply Rooster. The Rapala Co....

    Thanks for the reply Rooster. The Rapala Co. purchased Storm a while back. While all of the baits are Storm lures, technically, they are now made by Rapala.
  12. Elnut, I sure hate to hear you have to go under...

    Elnut, I sure hate to hear you have to go under the knife again. You sure have been put through the ringer. I wish you the best of luck and a speedy recovery! Also a Merry Christmas and Happy New...
  13. Thread: FNF setup

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    I have G Loomis FNF Rod that is super light. It...

    I have G Loomis FNF Rod that is super light. It allows me to work the fly in a manner that I couldn't do with a heavier rod. To me, that makes all the difference in the world. My advice, if that's...
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    Pre Rapala Wiggle Warts

    :confused:I am curious about the pre-rapala wiggle wart craze. What makes them so much better than the post Rapala versions? People are asking, and getting outrageous prices for these baits. I've...
  15. Need some rod repair- Shively area if possible

    Looking for someone to put new tips on 2 or 3 rods, and possibly rewrap a 6' 6" All Star bait casting rod. The person I've used for years is no longer in the business. Hopefully someone in the...
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    I met Donnie at the Gaslight Tavern, when he was...

    I met Donnie at the Gaslight Tavern, when he was having a fish fry for the Crusade for Children. I donated some bluegill filets to the cause. We fished together and filmed a show at a pond in...
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    Re: New Rapala baits forsale

    Great deal! Thank you very much! I will be back for more:)
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    Re: New Rapala baits forsale

    Called and left message on voice mail, no return call yet.
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    Re: Anyone Paint Crankbaits Locally?

    I live in Shively and will paint any custom order you want. If you want to see my work, I am on eBay @ robertbruce59, or contact me at robertbclark@att.net. I'll be happy to show anyone my work. My...
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    Re: Waste of Time

    You'll never catch any fish at home in bed! You know what they say,"nothing ventured, nothing ventured!" GO FISHING!
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    Re: Green River

    Fished there sat. The fish are on the main lake, but not the points. They are in 8-10 feet on flats, close to the channel. Fish a crankbait that will dive at least that deep, it needs to be digging...
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    Re: Green River Water Temp

    Don't believe this guy, he's been known to stretch the truth! Green River is on fire right now! I can't wait to get back down there! A lot of fish in the 3-4 lb class are being caught right now.
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    Re: Guntersville report

    Tell everyone to stay away! It is a no fish lake! I hope no one will go to my favorite lake that is the best in the USA!
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    Rough River

    I fished a tournament on rough Sat. and did my usual 1 spot out of the money. But the lake is fishing like Lake Barkley right now! If you enjoy flipping submerged bushes, now is the time to go! Look...
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    Re: Custom Painted KVD 1.5

    Sorry about that, just wanted to show off some of my work.
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    Custom Painted KVD 1.5

    Bruce,

    We don't allow folks to sell items unless they are their personel items that they are getting rid of.

    It sounds like you are making these to sell.
    Maybe that is not the case.

    If you...
  27. Re: what lure / what technique during your career

    The old Rebel Humpy was the first lure of impact. Flippin was the technique that made the biggest impact and won the most money for me. Recently, topwater fishing is what I love the most, from...
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    Re: Need to Eat More Bass!!

    In my opinion, Rough River could use a little thinning of small fish. Nolin would probably benefit too! There are not very many, if any lakes in Ky that are over populated. A state wide slot limit...
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    Re: Elnut update

    Our prayers are with you Elwood
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    Re: Fatal boat wreck on Barkley this morning

    It is a miracle that there are not way more fatal accidents on the water during these big tournaments! The unsafe manner in which these fast boats are operated never ceases to amaze me. I no longer...
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    Re: Nolin 10/7

    At 53 degrees? Is that everywhere, or just in Lake Dreamland where you must fish?!
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    Re: Well....I about DIED on Ky lake Sunday.

    Glad the both of you are OK! I generally avoid the water on holiday weekends for that very reason. I was on Taylorsville today and it was a total zoo! The lakes are filled with people like the ones...
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    Re: Game Fish as pets

    If you want an enjoyable aquarium, a few pet shops sell actual Peacock Bass. They are about 1 1/2" long for around $15.00 each. They grow fairly fast and have all of the same beautiful colors of a...
  34. Re: G Loomis No more over counter replacements!!

    I have always used the expediter option when replacing my Loomis rods. They will replace it no questions asked for $50.00. They send you a new rod in prepaid return shipping tube. It has always been...
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    Re: carrot stix

    I have a 7' gold med-hvy that is 2 yrs old. I mostly throw a chatterbait with it and have caught several 4 to 5 lb class fish that I've had to lift up on the bank at least 2 feet. This rod has...
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    Cheater finally caught

    Thread deleted and closed at the request of the author.
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    Re: Another Cheater Caught

    I believe there is a lot more cheating going on than people realize. I am sure glad they caught this stupid low life. Did he think they would not find the weights when they filleted the fish? On...
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    Re: Froggin' rod

    You misunderstood what I was saying. I have a rod just for frogging, but is it a frogging rod? No. I have a 7' loomis IMX MH with a fast tip. It could be used for many applications, not just frogging.
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    Re: Ohio river floaters

    There is a House of Ill repute on the river close to where you are describing. Perhaps this is fallout from that business. The weirdest thing I have seen while on the river was a pair of men's rubber...
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    Re: Froggin' rod

    You don't. It's the new fad having rods matched to the type of fishing you are doing. The only specialty rod you would need, in my opinion, is a crankbait rod.
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    Re: Lowrance X-125

    I can only say one word: Hummingbird. I have had trouble with both of my :mad:Lowrance units since day one. I will never own another!
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    Re: reaction innovations sweet beavers

    I agree 100% bad ass little bait!
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    Re: GPS Combos

    Avoid lowrance!!!!!!!!!!!!
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    Re: ohio river info.

    If you are coming to Louisville, the river is not in bad shape, a little muddy. Mostly small fish being caught up in the creeks. The main body is starting to turn on a little bit. Try fishing a baby...
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    Re: where to go?

    Go to Alabama, Weiss or Guntersville are 30 minutes apart and both provide great fishing! Wilson and Pickwick are great too! You cannot beat the fishing in northern Alabama and it is in your 5 hour...
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    Re: American Rodsmiths Rods?

    I own a Carolina Rig Rod and am very happy with it. I use G Loomis rods for all other applications and this one does not fail by comparison. I love the handle on the rod. I would avoid buying one...
  47. Re: ESPN pulling the plug on most outdoor shows!

    Outdoor Channel and Versus are the best ones in my opinion
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    Re: need help with lake jericho

    There is a lot of grass in the lake, a topwater frog would be good for bass. The bluegill are average size, a popeye/waxworm combo works well. The crappie run small in the lake, but it has a good...
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    Re: Barren River Lake vs. Herrington Lake

    Don't waste your time or money in Kentucky. Overall the fishing in this state is very over rated and over crowded. Ky- Barkley, Dale Hollow are the exceptions. My advice to you is to go to northern...
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    Re: What kind of reels

    In my opinion, Ardent reels are the best on the market. You will never find a smoother better casting reel!
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