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  • Birthday 01/16/1998

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  • Gender
    Male
  • Location
    New York & Pennsylvania
  • My PB
    Between 5-6 lbs
  • Favorite Bass
    Largemouth
  • Favorite Lake or River
    Not telling you!

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  • About Me
    Fished saltwater my whole life and now I'm just trying to catch me a big ol' bass

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  1. Matt Eisen
    How's everyone's prespawn treating them? Any good fishing going on in eastern PA? I'd like to try some new lakes/ ponds in north-eastern PA so please shoot me some recommendations! Anyway, allow me to make a recommendation: I thought I'd let you guys know that if you're ever interested in a quality guided fishing trip, contact Joe from Legends Outdoors. Extremely professional and accommodating, knows his stuff... I just had my first trip with him this past weekend and the experience was so good I thought I'd share (no affiliation whatsoever). I was genuinely impressed. And I learned about him through word of mouth, so since he helped my dad and I be better fishermen, I thought getting the word out is the least I could do. And brag a little too. Great day on Wallenpaupack. I caught my first ever smallie just shy of 4lbs. You could say I'm hooked!
  2. Matt Eisen
    Between ghoti's review on page 1 and what you just said seems to be the general consensus. Okay thank you all for helping me make my decision
  3. Matt Eisen
    Speaking of specs, why do you guys think that the 7'3" Heavy XF & 7'2" MH Moderate Victories are only rated to 7/8ths of an ounce? That seems like such an odd number... is that something to be concerned about?
  4. Matt Eisen started following Questions about trolling motors... $3 Grand Ultrex , St Croix Victory review & thoughts , Careers In The Bass Fishing Industry and 1 other
  5. Matt Eisen
    What are everyone's thoughts about the new St Croix Victory series? Did you buy one? I'm purposely holding off until I read more reviews on them. I've heard mixed reviews. I'm in the market for a crankbait rod and I don't know whether I like the 7'2" MH Power Target Crank rod or if I should go with a MH Legend Glass rod instead... what have you heard about the new rod series (any model)? Do you own any Legend Glass rods? Or mojo glass? Should I go with the tried and true or try something new?
  6. Matt Eisen
    For the people in this chat that believe in a more moderate action rod over a faster action rod, does it matter what the rod is made out of (graphite vs. glass)? Is a glass rod better for vibrating jigs or vis versa? Thanks and let me know.
  7. Matt Eisen
    I'm thinking the same thing. I also need to experiment with different sizes too. I go pond fishing and although I caught a good amount of fish last year, I think I could get way more bites if I downsized to something smaller than 4.8 or a 4.3 to mimic minnows or shiners
  8. Matt Eisen
    I appreciate your insight, I did not know that about the Swammers! I want to try them even more now Although Matt & Tim from Tactical Bassin are very knowledgeable, and I religiously watch all of their videos, sometimes I don't know whether to trust the exact baits they push because of sponsorships and all that. For instance, if they were in this chat right now they would be swearing up and down about Keitechs, River2Sea D Walker, and recently the Gambler EZ swimmer. And after that, they would reccommend something else from River2Sea lol. See my point? I listen to all their techniques, all the knowledge they have about fishing certain baits, and whatnot. However, I think they recommend specific baits/rods/reels/hooks because of sponsors. But hey, that's just me... that's why I'm asking you guys
  9. Matt Eisen
    What sizes do you like for each?
  10. Matt Eisen
    What is everyone's opinion on their favorite paddle tail swimbaits? Personally, I'm looking to up my swimbait game and branch out towards different companies, sizes, and tactics. I fish Keitech 4.8s and 4.3s on weighted belly hooks and underspins, but I'm curious as to what I'm potentially missing out on. I know people swear by keitech but I've also seen people swear by the swammer. Does one provide different action than the other? If yes, how so? Also which swimbait do you guys like to use as a swim jig trailer? Or bladed jig trailer? And how about the best trailer size? Thanks and let me know
  11. Matt Eisen
    1. What St Croix rod do you like to fish topwater frogs on? 2. Really? I've heard several people say this and frankly I'm disappointed with my 7'1'' MH Fast Mojo. I wish it had more backbone, as I often fish weedless paddle tail swimbaits and swim jigs on it and I feel that the Fast action is more like a Moderate Fast.
  12. Matt Eisen
    I entered this sport idolizing the craftsmanship of St Croix's. I also aimed to only stick with one brand of rods like most experienced/professional anglers do in an effort to improve consistency... However, I'd be a liar if Dobyns didn't grab my attention and strongly incentivize me to switch over. My dad asked me for a dobyns champion xp which happened to be the first one I saw in person, and it really made me consider switching to all dobyns. I guess choosing which brand depends on your favorite/ most confident applications. For instance, if you want a good punching stick, a frog rod, or a rod you can comfortably throw 8oz+ swimbaits on, the Dobyns line pairs much better with those applications than the St croix's do. However, finesse applications like dropshot, worms, or dragging a jig along bottom are much better suited for St Croix IMO. Honestly, Dobyns seems to have their bases covered well in every category. As for St Croix, they are extremely proficient at the techniques they are well known for, but fall off at the others (ie frogging)
  13. Matt Eisen
    @Bootlegger418 This is just my personal opinion, but it is a well known thing amongst St Croix advocates that the actions of each rod (not power) are considerably softer than advertised. For instance, a St Croix's extra fast is more like any other brand's regular fast action. Therefore, I think if you were to buy moderate fast your hook up ratio would suffer. But then again, its all personal preference. However, what's not personal preference is the fact that st croix's are historically known to have softer tips than advertised. I wouldn't buy a mod-fast action rod for light wire jigs. I own a mojo 7'1 MH/F and I use it for swim jigs and Texas rigged baits. Admittedly, I live up north which means I don't have to worry about 6lb+ southern monsters bending hooks out. I've caught plenty of 3's, 4's, and a 5 on that rod without bending a 3/0 gamakatsu regular EWG hook (not superline), despite fishing 30 lb braid. I like that pole, however my only qualm with it is that the action isn't fast enough, for my taste at least**. In conclusion, a fast action should give you more than enough "give" to prevent bending out a light wire hook but it will also help you on hooksets and getting past the plastic brush guard P.S. My next pole is going to be one out of the legend tournament series because they're too pretty
  14. Matt Eisen
    I know the struggle all too well that's what pushed me to upgrade to a boat. I started out with the kayak, and although it has its perks; it sucks getting blown around in the wind. Check out the Power pole micro for $599 retail if you're looking for alternatives. It isn't a trolling motor but will keep you in place no problem in the shallows. Has replaceable battery packs and works like a dream How so? What are the advantages and disadvantages of both?
  15. Matt Eisen
    I appreciate this suggestion thats in between the $1 and $2 grand price range but I still like the idea of something cheaper like a motorguide xi3 or xi5. Thanks for the suggestion though! maybe I can find a used one at the right price All I'm concerned with is the spot lock and I can't stomach the idea of spending $2400-$2600 on an ultrex (almost a third of my boat) when I can get away with the motorguide xi3 for sub $1,000. Then theres the xi5, and or I can look into a Used Terrova. Thanks though!
  16. Matt Eisen
    Hello everyone, I'm a first time boat owner and I have to buy a new trolling motor for my boat. Is it possible to buy a trolling motor with the "Spot Lock" ability without having to dump another $3 grand on an Ultrex? The company/ brand isn't that important to me... I just want to know what kind of trolling motor models are out there that can do the spot lock thing, and those that are perhaps cheaper (ie Motor Guide). I know the Ultrex does, Im pretty sure theres a "power drive 2" from minn kota does as well but that also seems top of the line... What about a Fortrex? Can a minn kota edge do spot lock? Thanks for clarifying
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