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Having been in the rod repair business for a few years now, I can tell you that based on what I see in my shop, Duckett rods have improved from what they initially were. I still have a corner full...

So does anyone know if the bass would move into the flooded trees/bushes this time of year with the cooler water temps? I love to flip and pitch when it floods on KY and Barkley, but have never tried...

I’ve poured/injected for a few years now. Always used Bears Baits products, but last I’ve heard, the store has apparently closed due to the owner having heath issues. Haven’t ordered any supplies...

$5.00. I think the yearly pass good on all Corps of Engineer Lakes is $40.00

I wish my fish value was $20!!!

Well done! You've done better on your trip to Barkley than I in have my last 3 trips. Barkley is tough for me anymore. Keep on catchin em!

I was down there last week. There was essentially no bite on Barkley and we didn't do too hot on Kentucky either, but it was better than Barkley.

If nobody here has a bum Curado they can part out to you, you might keep an eye out on ebay. Sometimes you can find complete side plates for your model there. If you don't have any luck, holler at...

The high end Loomis rods are very good rods, but you can get comparable or even better blanks with a custom built rod for less money.

Thanks for the kind words, pastorbass! Rob1678, I'm in the Brownsville area (near Nolin Lake). My contact info is below. I'll be set up at the Bullitt County Lions Club Fishing Swap Meet tomorrow...

Saw a youtube video a couple years ago where some guys, in another state as I recall, drove a boat around in circles to get carp jumping around them and started slaying them with shotgun. Looked...

I have an 82lb Motorguide Digital Tour with conventional batteries. I have a couple buddies with MinnKota Fortrex and optima batteries and I love their setups, but finances keep me from upgrading. ...

What you are referring to is actually the Action of the rod rather than Power. For what you're describing I wouldn't want a Moderate/Fast. Depending on your preferences and abilities to adapt your...

It's been about 4-5 years since I've been on it, but unless you just enjoy being on small waters, I'd find somewhere else to go. I've only bass fished there. Bass were hard to come by and not much...

I'm sure there are folks on here that are far more qualified to answer and with greater technicality, but here's my two cents. As for cooling, based on my experience with having trolling motors...

I've used the Moonlite brand for several years and have been vey happy. I hear that Nucli-eye is very good too, but its pricier than the Moonlite models.

Have you checked with Renegade Marine? Not sure if they do, but you might try them.

Every Friday night at the Wax boat ramp. Take off is a 6pm (CST) and boats have to be back by 10pm. $30 per boat entry fee (usually money is taken under the pavilion next to the parking lot).

The river in Brownsville is up some right now, but not terribly, just VERY muddy. If the rain will quit, you should have good water by then. Haven't taken a canoe trip, but all of the rental/guide...

I'll check. I'm out of town for a few days, but when I get back I'll let you know.

Thanks for all the input. I ended up stumbling onto another prop for cheap since I posted this. I guess I'll have my old damaged one available for a good price if anybody's intersted. It's a 4...

Have fairly minor damage to my stainless prop (a little bent on one blade and a couple of dings) and wonder if anyone can recommend a good prop shop. Any ideas on average repair costs?

The struggle is real! We fished Kentucky 2 days last week and managed a limit both days. When I say limit I mean 15" fish on the nose! Couldn't find quality or or quantity. Just had to grind it...

I am near the Nolin Lake area in Brownsville. I do rod/reel repair and also custom build rods. If you don't find anyone closer to you that can help you, I'd be glad to help you out.

Chris...

Happy to help you, but I'm in Brownsville (Near Nolin Lake). I think ZX150 is in Louisville if you can find him on here.

Chris
Reel Cleen--Reel & Rod Service
Newkirk Custom Rods
(270) 246-0203...

My buddy and I have always ordered our pouring supplies at bearsbaits.com . As others have said, it's addictive and expensive to get started. It's also time consuming, especially if the baits you...

Went Friday and fished the lower end for a couple hours. Water looked like coffee with a creamer in it and water temps ranged from 45-48.

As far as Fisher goes, I have a friend who has one and likes it other than it having the same problem as most aluminum boats...the wind is not your friend! He has a hard time keeping it still in...

2nd on the marker and if it starts to fade or smudge, just trace over the numbers/letters again. At least one company which I can't recall for sure at the moment (maybe Rapala?) still embosses the...

I've personally only used Navionics but maybe this recent discussion will help: http://www.fishin.com/forums2/showthread.php/110539-lake-maps

No, he just left it at that. I was in a region my current map card didn't support (oops!) and was in a pinch for a map card. I ended up going with Navionics since I already was familiar with their...

Had a dealer who sells humminbird/lowrance and lakemasrer/navionics tell me a couple years ago that while they are interchangeable, lake master seemed to perform better with humminbird and navionics...

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Hairball pretty much nailed it. To back up what he said, the number of ball bearings is more of a selling point than a performance point. I've heard people try to sell a reel based on "this one has...

A buddy had his carpet and seats done a few years ago at Stevens Upholstery in Scottsville. He had shopped around several places locally and out of town and nobody could touch the price that Stevens...

Always great to hear from RICHYD4U!

Holler at me if you're interested in discussing a custom build.

Chris
Newkirk Custom Rods
Reel Cleen- Reel & Rod Repair
(270) 246-0203

Happy to help you out. My current turn around time is about 1 1/2 months.

Chris
Reel Cleen--Reel & Rod Service
Newirk Custom Rods
www.reelcleen.webs.com
(270) 246-0203

Find a grass mat (easily done) and start chuckin a frog!

Thanks for the suggestions. Never thought about a relay acting up like that. When I get some time I'll tinker around and see what I come up with.

Whether I trim it up or down, it only works for 4-5 seconds and stops. I can wait about 30 seconds or sometimes longer and it works again for 4-5 seconds. The obvious question...is this a sign that...

Replaced my bunks a few years ago. I used a heavy duty 3M spray adhesive (can't remember which one, just remember it was heavy duty) and then liberally stapled the edges of the carpet where they met...

Second that.

I run two full moons (green light) and as long as my line is out of the water I can see it forever away.

I had a 1982 25 HP Evinrude that started doing that after it got some age on it, but still ran fine. I think all those horses just wanted to get out and run!

I know many people use ice in their livewells but I saw an article once upon a time stating something to the effect that when the fish is released suddenly back into the hot water, they may swim away...

I had considered the spoon and dropshot, but haven't tried them yet. Deadsticking kills me, but if that's what it takes, I guess I'll just cast and eat a can of Viennas!

I had a very similar problem and after dumping a bunch of money for replacement parts in the trolling motor that I suspected was causing the problem, turns out all I needed to do was replace the old...

Here's the scenario: Bass are holding on or near the bottom in 15' to 25' of water. You've thrown a crank bait, swimbait, jig, and worm at them with little success. What do you try next?

Current price to clean/lube is $16.00 per reel.

Chris
Reel Cleen-Reel & Rod Repair
Newkirk Custom Rods
www.reelcleen.webs.com
(270) 246-0203