Catch 22 Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Everyone has little things they do to make their fishing day better. Maybe you can list one or two of them for all to see.Thanks I always have super glue on board ,mainly to glue plastics onto jig heads. They stay put and last longer. Iv`e been doing this for over 25 years now.The glue can be used to repair certain torn plastics too. If something is really important that you need to take on a trip,put your vehicle keys in or on it. This may be helpful in your latter years. C22 Lets hear your tip. 1 Quote
OntarioFishingGuy Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Bring extra boat plugs. De-barb treble hooks. Bring a spare spool of line-backlashes can ruin a whole spool. 1 Quote
Super User RoLo Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 No lure color will ruin the appetite of a feeding bass. No lure color will give an inactive bass an appetite. 5 Quote
Super User everythingthatswims Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 No lure color will destroy the appetite of a feeding bass. No lure color will give an inactive bass an appetite. Don't start this 2 Quote
Super User everythingthatswims Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 My tip of the day is to put leaders on braid because bass can see it. Aaaaand go! 4 Quote
Super User Dwight Hottle Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 Set out the knipex hook cutters and show the guy I am fishing with where they are. Show my boat partner how to put in a waypoint on the lowrance. 2 Quote
Weld's Largemouth Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 don't let the bait monkey ruin your marriage 3 Quote
Big C Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Use a lighter to "cut" really heavy braid, it's alot easier than carrying around braid scissors or a knife. Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 lol @ putting your keys on stuff..... when i go on a fishing trip, i typically stash some drinks and snacks in the fridge the night before. i then write a note to remind me of the food and drinks and put my keys on that note.... ridiculous i know, but it beats getting on the lake to realize i've left my goodies at home! aside from that, my tip is to wear a life jacket and always let someone know where you're going. 3 Quote
Super User RoLo Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 My tip of the day is to put leaders on braid because bass can see it. Aaaaand go! A leader is necessary with braided line...If you believe it is (The Odd Couple: Alabama rig+fluorocarbon leader) 4 Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 one other crucial tip that i learned on a recent outing...... if you plan on using a battery to power your fish finder in the kayak, you should probably make certain you re-charged the battery from the last couple outings..... 1 Quote
Super User Darren. Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 Just don't forget your PFD, and your tackle. Quote
scyounggun Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 one other crucial tip that i learned on a recent outing...... if you plan on using a battery to power your fish finder in the kayak, you should probably make certain you re-charged the battery from the last couple outings..... Or a battery in anything for that matter. Got to the lake with a buddy one morning and he hadn't charged the batteries. 2 hour round trip back home to get a spare and we were finally on the water. Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 Just don't forget your PFD, and your tackle. darren, as a kayak guy you can appreciate this one..... never leave your kayak seat at home!!!! i drove about 1h15min to the lake once to realize i had no seat for my sit in kayak i had at the time. it was impossible to fish without the seat so my day was pretty much ruined!! Or a battery in anything for that matter. Got to the lake with a buddy one morning and he hadn't charged the batteries. 2 hour round trip back home to get a spare and we were finally on the water. yeah it was a sickening feeling just for the fish finder..... i can only imagine the batteries to power the boat!!!!! Quote
Super User Darren. Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 darren, as a kayak guy you can appreciate this one..... never leave your kayak seat at home!!!! i drove about 1h15min to the lake once to realize i had no seat for my sit in kayak i had at the time. it was impossible to fish without the seat so my day was pretty much ruined!! Indeed, I can appreciate it! I have both left my PFD AND my tackle at home before!! Made for a "not much to do" trip that day, if it weren't for my wife brining them to me! 1 Quote
papajoe222 Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Never trust a fart Or pass a rest room without attempting to empty your bladder. You never know how long it will be before you have another opportunity. Always have a pair of side cutters within reach. Attempting to locate them when a fish is hooked on one treble and your hand is hooked to the other will teach you this the hard way 3 Quote
Super User everythingthatswims Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 A leader is necessary with braided line...If you believe it is (The Odd Couple: Alabama rig+fluorocarbon leader) Ask Matt Allen about leaders with A-rigs when using braid I have had experiences with straight braid vs braid w/leader that will keep me using leaders for as long as I fish. Of course I won't fish a leader when fishing heavy slop etc but you get the idea Quote
plumworm Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Don't brag to your boss, best friend, lover, on how great the fishing is on your honey hole. You can take it from there 1 Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 Find the fish, it's makes for a more fun day. 1 Quote
Super User *Hootie Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 No lure color will ruin the appetite of a feeding bass. No lure color will give an inactive bass an appetite. Rolo, I believe you, but I can't count the number of times that I have found active bass, the instant I change lure colors. In the same place they were inactive before I changed colors. Hootie 5 Quote
blackmax135 Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Make sure you have the trailer locked onto the ball hitch. Make sure to always run your motor at least 5 min before you leave the house. Keep your toilet paper in a plastic bag!!!! 2 Quote
Super User *Hootie Posted February 27, 2015 Super User Posted February 27, 2015 Tip of the day: This is a great thread. Keep it alive. Hootie Quote
Bassfink86 Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 never leave the house without your jig box or a first aid kit. Quote
scyounggun Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Make sure you have the trailer locked onto the ball hitch. Make sure to always run your motor at least 5 min before you leave the house. Keep your toilet paper in a plastic bag!!!! Pro tip right there! 1 Quote
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