SPEEDBEAD.

LOL, you know I don't pay retail for anything. ;D

It looks like I can't really go wrong. I can get three a year and they personalize them for me. Wish Loomis and Shimano would do this too. ;D

I'm looking more at "heavier" unweighted plastics. Flukes, senkos. I also prefer a 7' spinning rod.

I actually like the idea of a full rear for the crank rod. Ok, got that one picked. Now, perhaps a 7'M Spinning rod. (Grip does not matter to me on this one) Weightless plastics would be the main focus. LTB Tube rod maybe? Spinnerbait/buzzbait rod would be the other probability. LTB Sweeper?

Unless you MUST have a split grip, the Avid version (AVC70MHM) is every bit as good, if not better. What about for the same price, which one then?

I'm considering the Big Cranker 7'MH LTB. I can get two other rods through this deal and having a tough time deciding.

Eat your Wheaties. ;D

Have you ever cranked up 60' of anchor rope with one of those pulleys? I've cranked up 40' and I gotta tell ya, not looking forward to it anytime soon.

Robbie, check out www.blueknobauto.com I think we talked about that dealership before. Great people to deal with and high turnover of inventory.

Which of these do you prefer and why? Anyone notice differences in sensitivity, weight, overall feel? Thanks.

Speed, you're following this one pretty close. Do you perhaps have a little Bieber Fever? ;D I gotta say, the kid has command over "of age" girls as well. Respect. ;D

Strength in numbers. I just saw an updated story where he was given the "ok" to wave at the fans in the hopes that they would see him and decide to go home. Apparently, no one left. ;D

The charge would be "inciting a riot" and yes, they could arrest him for it. For sitting in his hotel room minding his own business? I'm no legal expert but that seems like shaky grounds at best. I read where he and his entourage were given explicit instructions to not go near the windows or within sight of the crowd. Failure to comply with that request and the aftermath that would follow would subject him to some form of criminal charges, i.e. "inciting a riot". These would be compounded by any injuries that occur while the "girl mob" is rioting.

I've got a Real Deal. ;D None of the true "OG" stuff though...

The charge would be "inciting a riot" and yes, they could arrest him for it.

My wife is not really into fishing, but she LOVES catching. LOL That being said, she will come with me to local ponds where the bass are easily located or she will come out with her ultralight when the bluegills are up on beds. She's not real big into the process of locating fish and really fishing hard for them.

Water is still REALLY cold. Been fishing a golf course pond three times. Missed one and BK42 missed one. That's it so far.

You could have a "tap" or "bite" button and make it similar to the flag designations on the forum pages. Example: 10 "taps" or "bites" would put an exclamation point next to the topic as in "Hey, this may be something worth looking at." 25 "taps" or "bites" could put something else like a "thumbs up" showing that the topic is really great. Over 50 "taps" or "bites"? Maybe the internet will explode or something like that... Just a thought.

There are some bait shops that sell them. Raystown is a pretty well known striper lake. That is one of the most popular baits on that lake.

Some people collect baseball cards, some collect fishing equipment, some collect stamps.... Some collect (and shoot) firearms. Between fishing and firearms, I'm dam near broke. BTW, yes, I will be more than happy with my .45 in hand when any of the scenarios you mention occur. GMAN's signature seems appropriate here....Those who hammer their guns into plows will plow for those who do not. Enjoy the field.

Word of advice... Hold onto your rod.

I'd be down to help. Let me know.

Just got three of them in the mail. You will be blown away by the detail of the new baits. Unreal.

Did you get the Original, Ultimate or U2 gill? You'll be happy with whatever bait you purchased. His company is well known for its customer service and quality products.

Let 'em stock all the trout they want. The little protein snacks are easy for my green friends to catch. Welcome RangerPhil.