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The boat is 19 1/2 Stratos.

I guess I will clarify, is there anyone with this motor that would have any advice on the best prop size and brand?

My fishing partner is looking into buying a new prop for his 96 Johnson Intruder 150. We aren't sure what pitch is on there now, but I believe we could move up a size. It planes out in no time and our top end isn't the best. What size would be best for more top end on this motor? Also, are there any recommended brands?

I am looking into getting a map card for my Hummingbird Helix 5. I have been searching on the internet to find what cards are compatible with my unit and I have found somewhat vague answers. I would assume that the Lakemaster cards would work since they are Hummingbird, but I dont want to haul off and get the version 3.0 and it not be supported. I have also heard that the Hummingbird maps are better than the Navionics, opinion of course, but opinions matter. So I guess my main question is what cards are supported and which ones are the best?

Awesome guys. I appreciate it.

I have been curious as to whether or not a tractor battery would run two smaller units. I have a Helix 5 and a small B&W Lowrance. They are fairly cheap and I didn't want to be sucking down all of my cranking battery while I am graphing or fishing. Just curious.

Thanks Bluebasser86, I did not know that. I have some 5xds but they just haven't quite produced like I would like them to. That is for me personally, but a great bait no doubt!

Awesome guys, I'll have to try some out. I really wish Xcalibur made more than just squarebills. If they do someone please let me know!

I was just wanting to see what you guys preferences or favorites are for crankbaits that dive in the 10-15 foot range. I have been searching for different baits in this depth range to throw around bridges and haven't quite found the one. Most, of course, don't necessarily dive to the listed depth unless you have the correct line and rod and all and make the modifications, I know that. I just wanted to see what you guys favorites are for that depth range and any modifications you make to help it produce. I know the Livingston Howeller is synonomous with bridges but I don't really feel like spending that much money on something that can get hung up so easily, although I'd love to buy them. I'm just curious to see you guys opinions.

I have always been skeptical about my discernment in changing and upgrading my treble hooks on my crankbaits. I know a lot of people have a lot of different preferences dealing with length of shank and size and all, but I was just wondering what those preferences are in relation to size of crankbait and bill and desired depth.

Awesome guys! I appreciate it.

I don't know if anyone has any idea about this, but I was wondering how long a run would be on Guntersville. Specifically a run from South Sauty Creek (about mid-lake) down to the Guntersville City Harbor. I wouldn't be running 60mph either, probably max 50mph with about average of 45mph. If anyone has an idea or estimate that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks guys.

My fishing partner and I always tell people if they ask where we caught the fish that "we caught them in the gravel pit." If they ask how, we say, "a few different techniques but mainly with a rod and reel." haha. I know it's kind of sarcastic but it always generates a chuckle or two.

Jigs are definitely a big bass bait. On average, you most likely won't get as many bites as you would with another technique, but if you're fishing them the right way in the right place the bites you do have will be normally bigger bites. I love jig fishing, moreso shallower than deep, although deep jig fishing with a football head is fun. I just prefer the shallower jig fishing with structure or swim jigs. Personal favorite are Santone jigs. They are really well made and look really good, not to mention the Mustad ultra point hooks are very sharp. I agree, that thud is something that will get your blood pumping for sure.

Awesome stuff guys! Love reading yall's feedback and getting to hear some other crazy, cool stories!

I just remembered a story that happened to my uncle and I a few years ago. We have been fishing partners for a while and have had many stories but none as crazy as this one. I was not with him on the first day, but he was fishing a stretch of bank on the river with a Rapala Shadrap. He threw over a little point and hung on a submerged laydown. He was unable to recover the bait and had to break it off. This is where it gets interesting. We were fishing the same stretch of bank a week later, me being with him this time. We were moving along and came up to the same point he broke the shadrap off on the previous week. He told me he broke it off here as we moved closer. As we were fishing the laydown, he noticed something causing a disturbance on top of the water 50 or so yards up river. We could tell it was a fish, but it seemed to be in distress. We trolled over to investigate, and as we came closer we saw that it was a drum with something stuck in its mouth. I got the net and netted it. As I set it down in the bottom of the boat, we saw what was in its mouth: my uncles shadrap. We stared at it in disbelief and then broke out into laughter. We could not believe how crazy it was that everything panned out as it did. We just so happened to come back to the same stretch of bank at the exact time that drum was nearby: how crazy. We removed the bait from its mouth and worked it back in to the water until it swam off. Needless to say, it as a win-win. We saved the fish and most off all my uncle got his shadrap back! How many of you have had crazy fishing stories like this?

I am interested in buying a 7' to 7'6" Heavy with fast action. I really like the TFO Tactical but was wondering if there were any others that would be recommended for maybe cheaper. I don't really want to spend over $150.