The Bassman

That's Kosmo with a "K". lol

Speaking of unskilled anglers I freak out when I see someone catch a decent fish and clearly doesn't know how to unhook and release it quickly. I'm seeing more dead bass on the bank lately probably due to more fishing traffic from Co-vid. I guess it might actually be helping the ponds I fish since no one harvests. Wishful thinking.

I've gotten to be a big Z-Man fan of late. Kinda nice not having to deal with torn baits. Also, I'm starting to believe there's some merit to the concern that plastisol baits are ending up in the guts of fish. That said, I do make an exception for GYBC Fat Ikas.

Open water and clean structure facilitate that style well. I fish midwest retention ponds so vegetation limits my options during warmer months. Enjoy!

Good looking fish. Even better looking rigs.

Anybody know whatever happened to @hootie?

The best time to catch bass is whenever you can go. Don't know where you're located but it sounds like you're still in pre spawn. One of the best times of the year for big bass. Just go fishing.

If you're wanting to stick with a monofilament line Sufix Advance is advertised as being more sensitive due to lower stretch.

I'm assuming that being two piece your rod is JDM. You're likely out of luck.

And I especially like that baitcaster. (mid 80's Shimano?)

I envy you. What you described is the foundation of my love of fishing. I spent many days wading my local streams until the last couple of years. Knee and ankle issues have slowed me way down. My favorite technique was throwing a small (1/8) buzzbait during low water. The strikes were vicious. Glad you rediscovered how fun stream fishing can be.

Sounds like something the inshore guys would say to poke fun at bass anglers.

That's a great setup for spinning but too skinny for bc, especially someone new at it.

Worked out of a couple of Dodge Aspen s/wagons in the 70's and 80's. 225 slant 6 was bulletproof, the cars not so much. They were very attractive to road termites.

I'm back to painting 3-4 days a week where I'm not close to people. At home I mow every 4-5 days and contemplate all the chores I could be getting done. But I get over it and get back to fishing most days.

Just a tip. When responding an op's old post it's a good idea to check for recent activity. Your friendly greeting will probably never be seen.

FWIW that cool green becomes a washed out chartreuse in no time anyhow.

Newer stuff is lighter and palms better but sometimes it's fun just to take them out for a spin.

Kinda cringe seeing those Shimanos sittin' in a shoebox. Classics like a '57 Chevy.

I don't fish mono much anymore but my favorite is the Trilene knot. Supposed to be a high strength %.

I'm checking the state regs on minimum length for musky. You never know. lol

Funniest sight fishing incident happened last summer. A duck swimming near the bank got startled and jumped out of the water. A quick flip to the spot nailed me a three pounder that had been playing footsie.

I've hit the pause button on my painting business for a few weeks. People still want me in their house but I'm erring on the side of caution till the curve gets heading in the right direction. Our stay at home order still allows me to work if I want to. That said I'm fishing pretty much daily. The bite's been good even with a chilly snap last week. I'm getting lots of walking and social distancing pond hopping. Caught a couple of good ones along with a bunch of others yesterday. This was my best.

I'm sold on the triple grips (KVD Elites, not the standard). I crush the barbs on mine and they seem to hold just fine.

Definitely.