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    L@@king for boat seat parts

    Anyone have any bass boat swivel seat parts they want to sell? I'm looking for a mounting plate and pin seat mount. I'm in Lexington area... Thanks!
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    Rods for sale (Loomis, Powell and others)

    I'm trying to unload some rods. All are listed on craigslist, Lexington, KY... Photos are on every listing. If interested, please reply though craigslist ad. Thanks!

    1) New G Loomis GL2...
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    Jerkbait

    Smaller Smithwick Rogue would be my #1 if I had to choose
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    Braid

    I threw braid more last year than I ever have. I've not tried lots of it but really like Power Pro (40 & 50# is what I use for football jigs and frog fishing for bass). Pappy gives good advice...
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    Spirex

    Shimano Spirex. I have 3. All have been solid reels through the years. The 2000 is perfect size and can be used for lots of applications.
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    $100 Rods

    I shopped some rods yesterday and found the following... First, Sportsman's Warehouse here in Lexington has signs posted that they will no longer give over the counter Shimano rods by warranty. I...
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    TFO Warranty Info

    http://www.tforods.com/limited-lifetime-warranty/warranty.html
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    Cranking a rusty pipe with 12 lb line + guiding a...

    Cranking a rusty pipe with 12 lb line + guiding a well hooked 5 pounder into your trolly motor blade + trying to swing a 5 pounder into the boat with, YES, 12 lb line = HURT FEELINGS AND $6 BAIT DOWN...
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    Abu Garcia Veritas, St Croix Mojo or Temple Fork...

    Abu Garcia Veritas, St Croix Mojo or Temple Fork Outfitters. I"d say any of these would be good choices for $100 The TFO rods get great reviews on Tackle Warehouse. They have a $99 rod that has a...
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    LOL!!!

    The best part is how Jabbo battled that fish like an 8 yr old girl fishing with a Barbie rod & reel. The worst part, other than him losing a $6 spiinerbug, was watching him panic like a newby to the...
  11. Thread: crankbait line

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    Sufix Deep Crankin' Line

    This line is on sales right now at www.landbigfish.com. A 300 yard spool sells for around $10. LBF.com has it for just over $7 per spool right now! Just wanted to let you know in case you're still...
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    Re: Flourocarbon Cost

    Let me know what you think of the Seagar Red, Don. I'm with you on the price point and reviews. Both look nice to me.

    WalMart sells Trilene 100% in filler spools (100 yards?). I believe these...
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    Re: Fluorocarbon problems

    Vanish is junk! I learned that years ago when I kept breaking off on fish. XPS Flouro and Trilene 100% Flouro are both hard to beat. I hear Seagar is right up there, as well.
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    Re: Help with a trolling motor

    Was looking at Motorguide Bulldog trolling motor recently. They make it in 40# and 54#. Great design for smaller boats!!! Check it out... Also, if you're modifying a jonboat, check lots of great...
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    Re: Your Biggest Fish

    LM - Several 7-8, Three 9s, 10.3, 11.2 & 11.3
    SM - 3.6 from Shenandoah River VA and 3.10 from Dale Hollow
    Sailfish - 90 pounds
    Walleye - 4.2
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    Re: Smallies from elkhorn (pic heavy)

    Just below the moving water in holes and eddys are money late May - late June. Love that kind of fishing!
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    Lake St. Clair, MI

    It's ON FIRE right now! A guide I follow on facebook, Art Ferguson, had 103 smallies yesterday! Had some real pigs, too... Man, I've got to get up there some day!!! 6 hours from Lexington and...
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    Re: Thinking about becoming a Kayak Fishing Guide

    I say you go for it full tilt! Sounds like you're prepared and sounds like your dream job. Why not give it a try? ... I'd prolly pay $25 - $30 and hour.
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    Re: Favorite Fish to catch?

    I fish for LM about 90% fo the time... Favorite fish to catch, however, would be SM bass, hybrids, LM bass and crappie... And probably in that order.
  20. Thread: Line

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    Re: Line

    Trilene XL has served me well for many years. Spraying it up with Reel Magic makes it even better.
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    Re: Lake Ellerslie: Possible new member? Help?

    Took me 6 1/2 years to become a member. Been a member now for 3 years. PM me sometime and we'll go out there! I'd love to see some of that lake with structure scan for sure.
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    Re: Needed once in a lifetime fishing trip

    I mentioned Mexico in a previous post. Someone else mentioned a very close second... Lake St. Clair (LSC)!!! Check out http://www.artoffishing.com/ ... I've followed Art on facebook about 2 yrs. ...
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    Re: Needed once in a lifetime fishing trip

    Going Alaska or somewhere in the NW would be hard to beat. You might also want to consider LM bass fishing in Mexico. Early July is a great time to fish Lake El Salto. Great quality and quantity...
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    Re: Would you take a 11 pounder for the wall??

    I have a 9# from St Johns River, FL on my wall. Caught her post spawn when I was 18 yrs old. I have a lot of good pictures of that fish, too. I look back and wish I had just let her go.

    I've...
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    Re: Dale Hollow anyone?

    Saw this from late last week on Big Hammer Facebook page... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJIMP6dHlRk
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    Tackle warehouse rocks!

    This outfit just does it right, period! Their site is attractive and they have it all. On top of that, they are accurate in processing orders, give free shipping on $50+ order and their customer...
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    Re: Tackle box essentials?

    Good list going. I didn't see Reel Magic in there. I love that stuff... Also, did anyone include TP or wet wipes? Good to have those on board, too!
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    Re: Help plan my fishing trip!

    With yaks, I would take a serious look at New River or Shenandoah River. Shoot, with a week, you could fish both! ... Check out www.lowwaterbridgecampground.com in Bentonville, VA. Pretty nice...
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    Re: Headed to Rough Saturday before the game!

    What game? Just kidding. GO CATS!!!

    Good luck BTW. Hope you catch a big sack!
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    Re: Manual Power Pole

    Looks like these things are getting more popular with bass fishermen. Tackle Warehouse just added these to their website for sale... ...
  31. Thread: Elkhorn Creek

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    Re: Elkhorn Creek

    Have not been lately but have had it on my mind. It should be PERFECT tomorrow! Be sure to report back...
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    Re: Pond near Southland Church, Lexington

    This pond is on Southland's property. I've talked with a few church memebers who have fished it. It doesn't sound like it's all that great for fishing.

    I know A LOT of people have been baptized...
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    Re: Manual Power Pole

    Thanks, Duayne! I fully understand what you described. Sounds like a great build!

    Do you put this through a tube rod holder? Metal or pvc? I've seen this done a couple of different ways... ...
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    Re: Manual Power Pole

    Hey Duayne, how long did you make it? Did you JB Weld the alum pc just to the bottom? How long was the alum pc?... I like your thought process on that build.
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    Manual Power Pole

    Old Jabbo and I purchased a 14' jon boat late last year. In the "fix r up" process, I've thought about how cool it would be to anchor the boat in shallow areas with a Power Pole. As most of you...
  36. Thread: Jig Tips?

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    Re: Jig Tips?

    Here's something else you might enjoy related to jigs... Go to http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/catpage-LURECUSTOM.html and buy your own components to make your own, custom jigs! I make about 90% of...
  37. Thread: Jig Tips?

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    Re: Jig Tips?

    Keep it simple. Also, I really like the "leave everything at home but the jig box" thought. As someone else mentioned, once you have a great day of jig fishing, it's hard to put it down.

    15-20...
  38. Re: Good place to take the family fishing at the end of march

    As you know, late March weather can be real iffy in KY, TN, GA, AL, etc. I went on lots of Spring Break fishing trips to TN and AL when I was in school. The weather didn't cooperate about 75% of...
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    Re: Tackle Warehouse

    I have placed many orders with TWH. They flat out get it done!
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    Re: North Fork Elkhorn - Galloway Rd. to Switzer

    Good luck, John! You sure picked a great day for the creek!!! Send a report!
  41. Thread: New Zoom bait

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    New Zoom bait

    I've got a feeling this is gonna be a fish catcher!
    http://www.landbigfish.com/Zoom-Baits/Zoom-ZHog.cfm
  42. Thread: Drop Shot Rig

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    Re: Drop Shot Rig

    http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/VMC_Spinshot_Dropshot_Hooks/descpage-VMCSS.html
  43. Thread: Swimbait Advice

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    Re: Swimbait Advice

    I think roadrunner is referring to Big Hammer swimbaits. I agree that they catch fish! My biggest 'KY swimbait bass' came on a 5" Big Hammer. These are not meant to fish in or around cover though....
  44. Thread: Guist Creek

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    Re: Guist Creek

    I fished it with Jabbo 10 days ago. We caught 4 keepers & had 1 pushing 4 pounds. We caught fish on jig, shakey head and senkos... Conditions have changed quite a bit over the past 10 days though....
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    Re: The big question for bass anglers

    Pig & Jig
  46. Thread: I like this!

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    I like this!

    http://www.bassmaster.com/tips/40-best-tips-tactics-techniques
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    Re: For all of you river/creek smallmouth anglers

    I'll say it again... Tournaments on the creeks now??? MAJOR EYEROLL!

    Here's a good spin for your creek tournament... Have a fishing tournament winner and a trash collection winner. Whoever...
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    Re: Clear water baits for creek smallies

    This tube in a smoke/purple ... http://www.basspro.com/Bass-Pro-ShopsŪ-Bass-Teaser-Tubes/product/90784/-1185957 ... I really like the Cabin Creek tubes in this size. Smoke/purple and...
  49. Thread: bunch of stuff.

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    Re: bunch of stuff.

    PM Sent
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    Re: Dale Hollow suggestions...?

    Obey River into Cumberland River and fish for Stripers. Live shad or 6"-10" swimbaits. Fish it early in the morning. Several in the 20-35 pound range being caught down there right now. Uhhhhh, I...
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