Tom S.

Looking for info on a 'starter' fishfinder for a pontoon. Any thoughts / tips greatly appreciated. Thanks.

First time user of fluorocarbon - trying 8# on new President. From experience, which has been the most successful knot(s) used? Thanks.

Thanks, guys. After re-reading some previous posts on rod and reel preferences (I felt pretty stupid RE-posting the same question), I decided to go to the local BPS and narrow my choices. I prefer spinning reels, so the Pflueger President, Shimano Spirex, Daiwa Exceler and Abu Garcia Cardinal are on the short list. As far as rod goes, after handling a few, I am leaning toward a St. Croix 6'6" Premier. Talking to one of the clerks, he recommended P-line flourocarbon for a low memory choice. I'll be making a decision by the end of the week. Thanks, again, for the recommendations.

Hello all. I have enjoyed reading the forum for the past six weeks or so, trying to educate myself on a rod/reel upgrade. Long story short, I have recently returned to the fold (so to speak) and spent the majority of last summer fishing on an inland lake (SW MI) primarily for smalley, LM and pike. My equipment consisted of a BPS combo ($40 worth); unfortunately, I spent an inordinate amount of time in birdsnest hell. I am ignorant as to the matching of rod/reel/line/lure, so it may be more 'me' than the equipment. I started the early summer with primarily crankbaits (up to 1/2 ounce), but then, started to read, watch, listen and learn to use other techniques. Before the boat was put up, I was having fun w/ tubes and worms. I cannot wait for spring, but I need some advice on an equipment upgrade. I was fortunate to receive @ $150 of BPS gift cards, and I would really like to improve my weaponry. I am all ears (eyes!). Thanks for a GREAT site.