J33wolf

RoadWarrior do you like Cavitron with or without the clacker?

Buzz Bait question...? 1. What is your favorite buzz bait (Brand and Color)? 2. Do you use a trailer on it? (Type / Brand and Color)?

Hey folks. During the downtime I’ve been fishing more and my son who is 11 has been coming along. He is proficient with a spinning reel and uses 1 rod and reel. 2500 size Plfueger President / 7’ St. Croix Avid spinning rod. What would be the best all around line for him. Weightless Senko / Swim Jigs. Thanks.

Updated with Available Rods Combo Matching Game Casting Reels Lews TS1XHMB 8:3:1 Lews TSH1SHMB 7:5:1 Shimano Curdo 50e 6:4:1 BPS Pro Qualifier PQT10HB 6:4:1 Casting Rods Avid 7ft M / Fast 10-17lb 1/4 - 5/8 St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC70MF M/ Fast 10-17lb 1/4 - 5/8 Lews TP170MH MH/Fast 12-25lb 1/4-7/8 Dobyns Fury 704C Hvy Fast Action 10-20lb 1/4-1oz Spinning Reels Shimano Stradic FJ 2500 Shimano Symmetry 2500 Pfleuger President 2500 Spinning Rods Avid 6’8” M xtra fast 6-12lb 3-16-5/8oz Avid 6’8” M xtra fast 6-12lb 3-16-5/8oz Dobyns 703SF 7’ MF 8-17lb 3/16-5/8oz

I tried to post what my most common lures I throw are and that I am strictly bank fishing. I have a variety of rods that I can match up with the reels. I just struggle deciding what type of line to choose. Just some basic suggestions for line types would help. Thanks.

Hey Folks, I’m pretty much stuck to bank fishing. Mostly ponds and small lakes from the banks. I have 4 BC and 3 Spinning reels. I will list them below. The lures I fish mostly are chatterbaits / swim jigs / spinnerbaits / weightless senkos / Texas rigged baits (all kinds). I rarely fish cranks or lipless cranks b/c I feel in most ponds I fish I always get snagged. I would like to have a reel setup for top water. I don’t fish frogs much either but would like to start. With that being said I am torn on what line type and poundage I should put on each reel. In the past I’ve always done straight fluoro even on spinning reels. Any recommendations will help me. I would like to respool all my reels over the next few days but wanted feed back before I purchased line. Thanks in advance. Casting Reels Lews TS1XHMB 8:3:1 Lews TSH1SHMB 7:5:1 Shimano Curdo 50e 6:4:1 BPS Pro Qualifier PQT10HB 6:4:1 Spinning Reels Shimano Stradic FJ 2500 Shimano Symmetry 2500 Pfleuger President 2500

I ordered mine 3/26 Shipment email notification 3/31 Rod arriving tomorrow via FedEx so just right at a week +1 day.

Hey folks. What would be the best techniques / lures to to fish and line to use on a Shimano Curado 50e 6:4:1?

Can some of you share your thoughts on the older Lews Tournament Pro (TP1H) model? Came across a couple. Didn’t k own if I should pass them up or pick them up? I currently have a Tournament MB and didn’t know if it would be a step back? Thanks for your opinions.

Thanks for all the feedback. I appreciate it. With that being said I also came across a few posts that say Dobyns rods fish a little lighter than the specs. Is this true? I may opt for the 704C for the simple fact that I could use something a little on the heftier side as my other rods are all MH. Going with the 704C over the 734C as I am mostly fishing from the bank and having to store the rods in my smaller SUV.

It’s 40% off all Dobyns rods. Just need to put in the discount code and the and the Furys drop to $72 ea

Ok. So sportsman outfitters is having a 40% off sale. I can get 2 Dobyns Fury rods (703C and 703SF) for $143 w/ shipping included. Good deal?

Any thoughts on the best “do it all” Dobyns rod? Thoughts on all around casting and spinning rods from Dobyns? Also feel free to throw in your choice of all around rod. Looking to purchase a new casting and spinning rod ? cheers

I’m just now getting proficient with baitcasters. I bought a couple on here years ago and have just recently dusted them off and been using them more (Curado 50e and an older Bass Pro Qualifier). I’ve wanted to dip my toes into Lews brand so I’ve been searching around and came across these. Thanks for any more input.

If you could buy either of the first two reels or 3 of the last reel all for around the same price of $150 or less, which would you buy? 1 higher end or 3 of a lower end? Lew's Tournament Pro Speed Spool TP1XHA 8:3:1 Lew's BB1 Pro PRS1HZ. 6.4:1 3 of Lew’s Speed Spool LFS SSG1SH 2x 7:5:1 / 1x 6:8:1

Thanks for all the tips guys....I went to Dick's today and the one in my area is having a buy one get one 50% off of all lures. I loaded up on some new squarebills. Went heavy on the KVD 1.5's as it seemed to get the most votes. Thanks again to all.

I fish ponds mostly; throwing swim jigs with trailers / chatterbaits / weightless senkos. My three favorites. Haven't had much luck recently. Changed it up recently and started throwing a KVD 1.5 Squarebill. Mind you I have never had any confidence in crank baits b/c I use spinning set ups. But I needed to try something different and wouldn't you know...Had two great days fishing a 1.5 and also caught some on a Red Eye. So I was wondering what is a favorite Squarebill amongst the BR population. Thanks for the info.

Maybe this? http://www.lsbaits.com/6-Padddle-Tail-Worm-2-Cavity-Mold-60PTW02.htm

I moved to Greensboro in February. It's a little hard for me to get out fishing with 3 little kids (ages 5,3,1). I have hit a few area ponds to do some bank fishing but haven't had too much luck. I'm looking into possibly getting a trolling motor so when I do get some time I can try renting one of the Jon Boats at one of the city lakes. Even if it's not great, it would be a nice change from bank fishing. If you all have any ponds you know of and are willing to share, shoot me a PM. Take care.

Thanks for all the tips. I think I may invest in a trolling motor. That's probably my best bet. Been doing some research on line and in the other forums on the site.

Thanks for all the tips guys. I appreciate it. Feel free to keep them coming if you think of anything else.

ScottF....if I was to buy used, what things would you be looking out for?

Jig Man...thanks for the info. This may be a dumb question, but do most batteries say how much reserve capacity they have?

I am interested in getting a trolling motor to use on the rented john boats at the small local lakes. I think I have decided on a Minn Kota Endura C2 55lb thrust. Found a few deals on some used ones. I've never owned one before. Can someone recommend any tips and I definitely need to know what size/type of battery to get. Any "watch outs" or "be aware ofs" that I need to know of being a first time user. Have been researching videos on you tube as well. Thanks in advance for the info.

Both are great reels. However if you have large hands, take the rod with you that you are going to mount the reel on. Do a test run and see if the bail hits your knuckles occasionally. I have both reels and I get the occasional knuckle bump but not enough to say they are bad reels. You can't go wrong with either depending on your budget.