Glenn

playmaker - destroying a bass bed? Not smart. I certainly do not advocate such a tactic and implore you to throw that technique out of your playbook.

Now you know why.

I used to do that, until opening the box during a downpour resulted in rusting the hooks. Now I purchase a bunch of "minature ziplock" bags at the local craft store. They have a bunch of different sizes and are cheap. I now place my hooks and wieghts in those, and THEN place them in my Plano. This keeps the moisture out, makes it easier to organize, and keeps them organized. I can store more that way too.

Here's everything you ever wanted to know about the subject of slot limits and harvesting bass for a healthy lake: http://bassresource.com/fish_biology/about.html#fish Start there and keep reading.

It's been my experience that windshields all perform about the same. Yes, they cut down a bit on wind, but that's about it. Rain will still get to you unless you huddle down behind the steering wheel. You'll get the same experience whether on a Ranger or Triton. But excellent decision to get a dual console.

Ernel, you're dead-on right. Selective harvest is just as important as catch-and-release. In fact, strict catch-and-release can even be harmful to a fisherie. Remember folks, slot limits play a crutial role in growing lunker bass. But slot limits only work if people occassionally keep bass, otherwise it's just a plan on a piece of paper that never gets implemented.

Welcome to you and all the new members! I'm glad you joined the message boards, and delighted this site is helping you!! ;D

Where, exactly, on this site did you read that? In these forums? Can you provide a URL? Perhaps there's a misunderstanding, so I'd appreciate it if we could see it in context. Thanks!

Here is fine. If they didn't have hemorrhoids before the attack, they certainly did afterwards!

Start here http://www.bassresource.com/fishing/catch_big_bass.html and then follow the links at the bottom of the page. There's a bunch, so set aside some reading time! ;D

A fish-n-ski boat is the perfect option for you. Has the ameneties of a ski boat plus has a pedelstal seat up front, livewell, etc. for fishing. Most of the major boat manufacturers make a fish-n-ski model.

Actually, a Triton could cost more than a comparibly equipped Ranger in some instances. It just depends on options. Yes, the Ranger's digital control pad works with the new Mercs.

We have a ton of articles on crankbaiting here. Start on this page http://www.bassresource.com/fish/crankbaits.html then follow the links at the bottom of the page. Enjoy!

If it's a choice between the two, get the Ranger. The two are priced about the same, but the Ranger's are better built. (note: Triton may seem cheaper, but that's because some "options" offered by Triton come standard in Rangers. Comparibly equipped, some Tritons can actually cost more than Rangers) They're fairly comparible in fishability and layout. It's what you don't see that matters, and this is where the Ranger Legend gets it's reputation. In addition, the digital touch switches on the control panel of a Ranger are more durable and dependable than the switches on the Triton. The 6-gauge wiring throughout a Ranger is, again, something you don't see but makes a quality difference. It's not to say Triton's are bad, they're not. You're essentially comparing Cadillac and Lexus. So you can't go "wrong" with either. But I give the edge to Ranger because they simply build a better and stronger boat from a construction and quality perspective. On the other hand, if speed is your need, then get the Triton. Overall, they are faster than Rangers due to the shallow hull design. You give up storage space and some ride comfort as a result though. Something else to consider: the trailer. Ranger has made huge improvements in their trailers lately, including a "Rhino Lining" like coating to prevent chips and rusting. In addition, Ranger is the only boat company to manufacture their own trailers, including all the components. Triton makes some of their trailer parts and outsources the rest. The difference is, again, what you don't see, but has a major impact in the quality of the finished product. Oh, and no, I am not sponsored by Ranger.

While it's true some people say adding WD-40 or Preparation H to lures and bait brings added success. The explanation is that both contain shark oil, which attracts fish. The manufacturer of WD-40 says that shark oil is not an ingredient in the product, but the manufacturer of Preparation H states that their product contains 3 percent shark liver oil. Both said that they had heard of these angling secrets, but do not recommend using their products in such a manner. Besides, as previously mentioned, introducing a commercial lubricant, such as WD-40 or any petroleum-based substance, in our waterways is illegal.

You're welcome! ;D

We have a series of articles on it: http://bassresource.com/fishing/bass_boat.html http://bassresource.com/fishing/bass_boat_2.html http://bassresource.com/fishing/bass_boat_3.html

Stickling: lot's of bass clubs listed here: http://bassresource.com/bassfish/bass_fishing_clubs.html

"How come Bagwell's Bass Tactics looks different on this site compared to the one I got emailed to me." The design JT submitted would not fit inside the formatting of the pages on this site. The incentive is for an offer available on a different site. We are not part of this offer. I left off JT's e-mail as a courtesy to him. Namely, it'll take less than 2 weeks for the spambots to pick up his email address and start filling up his inbox with spam. Besides, you may reach him through this forum. ;D Thanks! Glenn

http://www.seattleboatshow.com/ http://www.oloughlintradeshows.com/ots-shows-ss-wa.html There's also the Evergreen Sportsmen's Show, February 25 - 29, 2004, Evergreen State Fairgrounds (Monroe). http://www.oloughlintradeshows.com/ots-shows-sbtt-wa.html I wish I could remember the names of the boats I mentioned, but you'll know them when you see them. Definitely good for the small lakes in your area, since none allow outboard motors.

I've fished out of these before. They're not bad and do a decent job, but there are others out there in the same price range that offer more bang for your buck: More stable, more storage (a place for your battery and a livewell, for instance). Heck, even some come with nav lights and are wired for trolling motors. There's 2 shows coming up in your area this month: The Seattle Boat Show and the Sportsmens' Show in Puyallup. Check those out for some good deals.

I stand corrected. The pulse length (the amount of time between "clicks") is related to the resolution, or detail, diplayed on the screen. Resolution, in this case, is the ability of a sonar to separate targets. Scrolling the chart speed faster requires more detail. So it stands to reason the pulse length will shorten. That said, pulse length is also determined by depth. Too short a pulse length in deep water will result in wrong readings, so it needs to be lengthened regardless of chart speed. Lowrance units automatically adjust the pulse length when the depth changes. I believe you can manually override this too, but I'm not sure because I've never tried it. Keep in mind this is but one of many factors that determine what is shown on the screen.

I'm sorry, that's incorrect. The two are not related. Please read the articles on this site for further explanation. Honestly, I thought I knew everything about them until those articles were submitted. I then had a Lowrance executive take me out on the water for the day and we did nothing but paint the bottom. Very informative! I'd also highly recommend Don Iovino's book and video on sonar.

Fizzing a bass should always be a last resort - especially if you've never done it before. That said, here's the first page of several that explain the how's, why's, in's and out's of this technique: https://www.bassresource.com/fishing/fish1.html

Hello, The best way to remember what you're seeing under the boat is to remember the "1/3rd rule". That is, for every 3 feet of depth, the transducer is painting a 1 foot diameter circle under the transducer. So if you're in 10' of water, you're seeing a 3' diameter. If a bass is shown on your screen, he could be anywhere from a foot and a half in front of or behind the transducer (or to the sides). For much more detailed information, see this article: http://www.bassresource.com/fishing/fishfinders.html Enjoy!