Fishing & Tackle Thread

Can God catch a fish so big even he can't land it?

>>918170
Chuck Norris would land it. And he isn't imaginary like your "God"

File: DSCN6444a.jpg (123KB, 1024x560px) Image search: [Google]

123KB, 1024x560px

>>918060
>What do you use to extend the fly past the hook? Is it just the stem(¿) of the feather?
>>918082
>I think it's a small bundle of wire tied to the hook to extend the body. A lot of people do it with cocktail for extended body mayflies

The black stuff is a large diameter, "Elastic Hair Band". I inserted a long needle/bodkin into it during the tying process then removed it when I was done. Now it can bend and move.

>>918082
>Is this tiny and close up or a weird fly? It's cool looking

pic

Caddisfly larvae pattern. I was testing out a dubbing technique.

File: DSCN6450a.jpg (148KB, 1215x683px) Image search: [Google]

148KB, 1215x683px

>>918127
I'd really hate to be the one that has to dust and clean that.

>>918217
That's in Florida. Everything is hot there, so no problem from heat really. In a wintry local, it would be a problem if heated.

File: IMG_1278.jpg (1MB, 3264x2448px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 3264x2448px

>>918166
post your presents edition

Got these for the wife to put in my stocking

File: IMG_1433.jpg (1MB, 2405x2880px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 2405x2880px

>>918220
>>918127
I'm down with this round one. It spins so you can just stick it in whatever corner or against a wall and it's easy enough to deal with.

Only problem is it's getting kinda full.

>>918222
Things with lots of nooks and crannies should be put inside something to keep them clean. For rods, it helps to put them into a cabinet to help prevent temperature swings and block UVs.

>>918224
>UV
They're inside of a dark garage
>temperature swings
It's South Florida. It goes from 70F at night to 85F during the day and the garage hangs around 75F-80F
>nooks and crannies
Ehh, they might get a little dusty when I start playing woodworker and send sawdust everywhere but it's ok. Just blow them with some air and rebuild/grease when needed.

>>918228
Well, I'd rather not waste more of my time cleaning stuff when I could be shitposting instead.

>>918233
Then don't clean it. Just fish with dusty reels and spend your free time shitposting instead!

That's what I do. Plus I'm not going to spend the time taking the reels off all of the rods, boxing up the reels and putting them in a closet, then putting them back on, running the line through the guides on 7-8 rods, tying them up, etc every time I want to stop by the lake for an hour in the afternoon.

File: 4a30a7033996a64c388aab34c21b725a.jpg (15KB, 236x309px) Image search: [Google]

15KB, 236x309px

>>918234

File: IMG_1434.png (579KB, 640x1136px) Image search: [Google]

579KB, 640x1136px

>>918236
Those are cool. Pic related looks nice from Cabela's. And when I got the round one, I remember looking at one from Bass Pro that is square and has an open shelf made to stack 3700 boxes which is pretty cool. Just wouldn't make sense for me since I try and keep everything in my one tackle bag because I like to bring everything with me when I go fishing. That is a complete waste though, I really need to get down on the smaller bag and stop bringing 80 different inlines when I go to the pond for an hour or two and only use one of them.

>>918237
You really really need to get a small amount of supplies to make your own lures. It will change your perspective about the entire thing.

>>918238
One day. I would really like to start making my own inlines with custom skirts and color schemes.

>>918240
Woah. Tell me moar.

What's Santa (or fur Santa if you're a degenerate) putting under yalls trees tomorrow?

Patagonian waders and an Allen 8wt for me

File: IMG_1186.jpg (2MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 4032x3024px

>>918248
Clothes.

Pic related was probably my only fishin related gift. If I don't order the stuff myself, I never really get anything I like.

>>918248
How would I know? Santa hasn't came yet dummy

>>918187
Wow that's fuckin smart. Did you come up with that?

>>918248
Mojo bass rod and a Favorite rod. Probably some gift cards and clothes.

>>918217
Anon you should change your mono every 6mo-year depending on use anyway

File: image.jpg (2MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 4032x3024px

>>918268
Sometimes we will do gifts on Christmas Eve instead of Christmas Morning. Worked out well when we were younger because then the parents or whoever wants to sleep in won't get waken up at 4am by anxious little kids.

>tfw just making noise tryin to kill time until later in the afternoon so I can go fishin
I never know what to do with myself all day Saturday if I don't go fishing early in the morning or sleep in real late.

>>918272
My sister and I usually get one free early open before the 25th but I already used it on the FXR snow pants they got me so I didn't have to wear my old ones last week.

File: DSCN6452a.jpg (173KB, 1538x728px) Image search: [Google]

173KB, 1538x728px

>>918242
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=inline+spinner+blades
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=Buzz+Bait+Blade
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=Flashabou
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=Buzz+Bait+Skirt
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=Fly+Tying+Thread
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=Treble+Hooks
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=heavy+duty+split+rings
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=Fly+Tying+Head+Cement
https://www.grainger.com/product/PRECISION-BRAND-Music-Wire-5XE91
https://www.grainger.com/product/PRECISION-BRAND-Music-Wire-5XE96

http://www.harborfreight.com/4-inch-scratch-awl-7497.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/8-inch-needle-nose-pliers-39635.html
https://www.amazon.com/Xuron-90033-2193-Wire-Shear/dp/B000IBQECE/
https://www.amazon.com/Xuron-Jewelry-Tool-Splitring-Pliers/dp/B01FC2NWAU

That would get your started. Of course you could also get a bench mounted wire bending jig will would help a lot too. Those are a bit expensive though.

>>918271
>Did you come up with that?

The elastic hair band? Yes. I use the smaller diameter ones to wrap around the hook like in http://is.4chan.org/out/1482354669286.jpg and http://is.4chan.org/out/1482086407094.jpg

>Anon you should change your mono every 6mo-year depending on use anyway

Some of my reels have mono on it that is over 20 years old. I keep them in total dark and a place that doesn't get temperature swings.

>>918280
>Some of my reels have mono on it that is over 20 years old. I keep them in total dark and a place that doesn't get temperature swings.

Damn anon. I'm not gonna knock it if it works for you, but I just couldn't trust it. Usually my mono is pretty crusty after 6 months, so I like to change it out.

File: DSCN6455a.jpg (238KB, 1288x1373px) Image search: [Google]

238KB, 1288x1373px

>>918283
UV radiation is the worst thing for mono. Before I started keeping the rods in the dark I'd have brittle mono after a year or so. This was because I kept the rods in my foyer where the sun could hit the reels for about 2 hours a day.

You can always use reel covers to block the light and keep them clean.

So Im an idiot. Went and decided to give the berkley invisi flouro a try. The line has a ridiculous amount of memory. First cast was great. Nice and smooth. Second cast was worst birds nest Ive ever seen. Steer clear of this dog shit.

>>918289
Are you using a swivel on your line? Without one it can cause the very thing you are talking about.

>>918289
you mean the 100% fluoro Trilene?

>>918292
No. I just tied a jig on to test it out. I will try it with a swivel.

>>918294
No its berkley vanish.

Im pretty new to seriously fishing but spiderwire is generally what I use cor mono and I never had this issue.

>>918285
I might get some reel covers, but I doubt I'll store them in a dark place. I usually fish every day in the summer, so I keep the rods in my car. I'm not worried about it either way only a couple of my reels are mono/flouro and line is relatively cheap.

>>918289
That's sucks. I've never had a problem with flouro before.

>>918295
You may need to put a big sinker on and just cast and cast for a while to "reset" the line. without a swivel the line can be under torsion strains due to being reeled in, not because the lure is spinning.

Normally going from spool to reel when loading the reel can cause that problem.

>>918299
The reel covers normally stop all light. All you have to worry about now is the heat that may build up in your vehicle. It can easily reach 120F.

>>918297
yeah.. dont by vanish.. Its a meme in the fishing world because of how shit it is that the name 'vanish' is what happens when you use it. It vanishes into the trash. I usualy stick to Seaguar red label and Trilene pro grade. Never had any issues with either of those

>>918289
It's not even the memory that is horrible, it's the fact that flouro is so stiff.

>>918297
BRAID
R
A
I
D

>>918305
Berkley makes Vanish and Trilene so I'm sure it is pretty close. I haven't really had any issues with Vanish that wouldn't be common across all types of flouro. I'll probably get Seaguar to try something different next.

Heavy flouro all around is a bitch. I thought about running it as main line again but I would probably only do it on a memecaster and see how that goes.

>>918309
Im aware that berkley makes both, the quality difference is still substantial. I never go above #12 though. If i go any lighter I will only use a 10 foot leader and connect to to a braided main line

>>918305
>>918297
>>918289
>tfw using high vis lines

Fish really don't care about the line. Just use high vis braided line and a short mono/flouro leader if you must use them.

>>918305
I mean. I untangled it and threw it 5 or 6 more times and it was fine. I actually like the casting distance. It cast way further than the 12 lb mono spiderwire I had on there.

>>918285
You really should respool mono every 6 months or so. A year is the max lifespan you should shoot for

>>918313
except.. the fish do. Once again, dont assume that because thats how the fishing is where you live thats how it is everywhere. If I fish a reservoir north of me that is absolutely crystal clear all the way to the bottom with braid I wont catch shit. If you're not using a light flouro line in that lake then have fun catching maybe 1 or 2 dumb ones all day.

File: can't wake up.jpg (33KB, 324x266px) Image search: [Google]

33KB, 324x266px

>>918316
>fishing is hard meme

>>918313
I hear ya. I fish muddy waters here in nc and really had no need for fc line. I really just bought because they didnt have what I wanted and thought itd be interesting to try something new.

>>918309
I mostly fish with braided line anyways peps. I was just feeling experimental today.

>>918318
>everyone who disagrees with me is incorrect meme

I mean you can believe what ever you want dude, I really couldn't care less

File: 1466745566612.jpg (116KB, 700x399px) Image search: [Google]

116KB, 700x399px

>>918321
>the terrible fishermen posts again

Learn to fish, kid.

>kid

oh, I thought he was serous, lol nvm

So im about to get my first baitcaster and dont want to spend alot of money. Im looking at the okuma strat 5 and the pinnacle plat plus. Of those two which is the better buy?

Merry Christmas from Australia. Kiwi's can get fucked.

Any tips for filleting a fish without the correct knife? Former Slaughtermen, so i have sharp knives and decent skills. Just never worked with fish.

I never keep my fish, but I caught a yellow belly (Gold Perch, Aussie native) this morning and it's my mothers favourite. So, merry Christmas to the old girl i thought.

>>918320
Just be careful running certain lures. Especially compared to braid, inlines like Mepps and Rooster Tails will run much deeper and it is easy to snag them with the same retrieve you would use on braid with no issues.

>>918324
TXfag bought one of those Okumas when they were on sale for $30 and he didn't hate it. I would probably suggest an Abu Black Max or Silver Max, I think TXfag prefers his Black Max to the Okuma.

The Stratus V spinning reels are great tho.

>>918325
Oi! Merry Christmas ya cunt!

File: dcim_2012.jpg (54KB, 528x528px) Image search: [Google]

54KB, 528x528px

>>918313
>Fish really don't care about the line.

yes they do.

>>918332
They don't. They don't care about seeing hooks either.

File: 1482525308555.jpg (73KB, 500x500px) Image search: [Google]

73KB, 500x500px

>>918332
Is that a giant red penis in the bottom left?

>>918332
Depends what you are going for. Bass don't give a fuck, they are focusing on the movement of that big spinnerbait. I think trout are much more picky.

>>918337
Picky fish are normally a result of catch and release. It isn't because of line or hook that makes them so picky. They merely become more discerning about what they are looking at and how it moves. You need to remember that gear is being sold to humans, who are much more gullible than fish are.

>>918331
I have braid on the rod I use for spinners and cranks. This rod is used mainly for soaking bait.

File: GT.jpg (459KB, 1152x2048px) Image search: [Google]

459KB, 1152x2048px

>watched a school of tuna smash the chum line
>not a single angler bait eaten
>take off 50# wind on
>change to 20# flouro wind on
>same dine flyline bait
>fish on

all those tuna were previously caught and released, thats why they were lineshy.

>>918339
Trout are very picky because they're sight feeders. They don't smell like catfish nor do they react like bass to movement. In clear water they very meticulously size up their food and won't eat anything that seems off. Even if they do bite they'll often just suck it in and out of their mouth which most people believe is a test for correct texture.

Catch and release makes them more wary but that's often of people. A trout that's never been caught will still scrutinize a fly

>>918364
>>918365
"Lol na you guys just don't know how to fish XD"

>>918337
>>918335
>>918313

It's the ones that are confident that what they think is correct that make laugh the most. If you are fishing very clear water where catch and release is prevalent and still think your line doesn't matter, then I'm sorry but your just being wilfully ignorant. Obviously if the water isn't clear it doesn't matter nearly as much, duh

>>918336
It's a rockfish with an inflated swim bladder poking out of its mouth. Happens when you're fishing deep water.

>>918240
Okay I'm intrigued
>>918248
Hopefully rubber dragon cock.
What do you plan.on targeting with the 8? Big bass flies? Salmon? Steelhead? Pike? Saltwater schitt? Carp?
>>918289
Noted
>>918283
I'd maybe go 3 with my #50 for salt
>>918318
And everyone loves memes
>>918322
>kid anon
>>918323
Lol no one takes him seriously
Even im taken more seriously than him
>somehow managing to be worse than skid
>>918325
Just go slow and make sure it's sharp. Narrower is better, and any knife can filet. I've used my cold steel spike™ to filet fish even
>>918332
No they don't, I explained why a few threads ago
>>918337
>>918365
>>918369
Fish can see #2 (7x tippet) flourocarbon. Now tell me why using #6 line (4x tipper) works better than 10 pound (2x tippet) other than lures move better on lighter line, considering both are perfectly visible to the trout

Post died as i was asking, Does anyone know of a 100-150 7wt fly rods, im looking for a medium action and hopefully a 4 peice.

File: IMG_1444.jpg (5MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

5MB, 4032x3024px

I have mixed opinions on that little Sebile frenchie lipless crank now. It has the odd one double hook where similar lures have two trebles. Works bretty gud not getting snagged, I hung it on the rocky dropoff here and a regular one would be gone. Also gets bites. But I have had 4 good bites on it this afternoon and only landed one. With 2x trebles, I think I could've gotten at least two of the other three. And the one I landed was nice sized and fighting good on that smaller rod and it was real close where I set the hook. Another 1/4" out and he would be gone.

>>918381
I thought orvis does one like that, one of their cheaper models

File: image.jpg (1MB, 1500x2668px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 1500x2668px

Im fishing that pond they stock trout in, but it's pretty warm so I figured the bass would be eating. This pond is weedy as fuck. I was using a husky jerk and hat to get in the water for this little guy cause he was all sorts of hung up on weeds.

>>918324
I like the okuma enough. I wouldn't pay full retail for one though. It seems solid and everything, but I don't know how it would do for real light lures. Everything i throw with it is 1/2 or above. I'm using my black max to cast weightless senkos and it's not doing as bad as I thought it would.

>>918376
But you also only fish with that rod a couple times a year right?

>>918388
Yeah. I mean constant sunlight for 14 days a year but total darkness otherwise

File: DSCN6462a.jpg (584KB, 1024x1508px) Image search: [Google]

584KB, 1024x1508px

>>918221
>post your presents

Someone gave the box to me as an xmas present, specifically because I was going to do this with it.

File: 608878e9a0ad34bd9f4c2c9d06258958.jpg (60KB, 564x471px) Image search: [Google]

60KB, 564x471px

>>918364
>The stories and information posted here are artistic works of fiction and falsehood.
>Only a fool would take anything posted here as fact.

File: WeedlessTrebleHook.jpg (46KB, 799x596px) Image search: [Google]

46KB, 799x596px

>>918382
Get some weedless trebles or use some mono, thread, and epoxy/fingernail polish/super glue to make some you already have into weedless trebles. You can use wire, but mono/flouro will be more sensitive.

File: IMG_1263.jpg (1MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 4032x3024px

>>918407
This is the lure. Maybe it needs a single octopus hook on the end. I seriously missed out on like 5 bass because of shitty or non-existent hook sets. And also with that bait, it is heavy for its size so you gotta keep it moving fairly quick to keep it off the bottom so if you don't get a good hook set immediately on the first bite, you won't land the fish.

>>918416
I actually thought it was 2 single hooks one at each split ring. Since it has split rings, just swap in whatever you want.

File: IMG_20161207_163859.jpg (476KB, 1600x1200px) Image search: [Google]

476KB, 1600x1200px

So here's a question. I've been looking at both the fenwick eagle fly 6wt and the reddington crosswater 6wt
Both moderate fast both 9' both 4 piece, the fenwick retails at $99 and is on Amazon for 74 while the reddington runs $89 dollars and I can get from Dicks for $72. Which should I go for? I'm thinking the fenwick because I can either get some scientific anglers air cel or some orvis Clearwater shipped free which should cover the price difference
>picture unrelated, sunset at a creek

File: DSCN6457a.jpg (288KB, 1691x1421px) Image search: [Google]

288KB, 1691x1421px

>>918443
I really don't know, but here's another fly, if that helps at all.

>>918443
Which one looks more sexy?

Buy that one.

>>918446
That's usually my criteria when I can't decide

>>918446
They're sexy in different ways
>>918451
I'm gonna flip a coin, heads for fenwick tails for reddington.

>>918451
It's the best policy.

>on the fence about going /out/ fishing
>look over at some sexy ass gear

Oh baby I'm going to get you wet.

>>918453
>flip a coin

This the 4chins skid

Odds Fenwick get

>>918455
Dub odds say Fenwick

File: Skid's Favorite Lure.webm (2MB, 854x480px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 854x480px

>>918455
>>918446
Holidays have you pent up or something?

>>918455
Didn't flip yet but subs override any coin, fenwick
>>918456
Still gonna flip just for the halibut

File: IMG_20161224_215135.jpg (391KB, 1200x1600px) Image search: [Google]

391KB, 1200x1600px

>>918458
>>918456
>>918457
>>918455
>>918454
>>918453
>>918446
>>918445
>>918451
>>918445
THE COIN HAS SPOKEN
Fenwick

File: milky moose.jpg (101KB, 1599x1200px) Image search: [Google]

101KB, 1599x1200px

>>918242
>>918376
vintage reel

>>918336
the red fish is a male sheepshead

File: DSCN6467a.jpg (144KB, 1321x763px) Image search: [Google]

144KB, 1321x763px

>>918332
>>918336
>>918373
>>918463
That is the equivalent of some alien hooking you via a cheese burger then lifting you to space as it reels you in to its ship and you suffer exposure to space.

>>918443
Don't you main a 5wt? Don't waste your money on a 6. Get a 3

>>918381
Cabelas cgr has a 7 and you can usually get them well under the 120 retail. Allen had a prelude for $110 but it's only in 5 or 8

>>918376
7x is less visible than 4x. You're not convincing the fish it's real but fooling them to check it out with their mouth. Fly fishing is a poor analogy bc the tippet weight affects casting and drift but trout spin fishers wouldn't be caught dead with braid or heavy mono

File: IMG_2428.jpg (2MB, 3264x2448px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 3264x2448px

Pig bow on a 12 peach egg

>>918471
Most people main a 6 weight, it's the most universal weight. It's where I.should have started out. I've got a 4 weight, 5 weight (that I want to cut The handle and guides off of to rebuild as a crappie rod) a 7 weight and an 8 weight.
>>918473
Talk to the real experts, fish don't care. Think of it like a cat. It can see the feathers, it can see the string, it knows it's not a bird, but it still tries to kill it, he's hardwired to kill it, he has to and doesn't know why. If you wave it past the cat too many times it stops caring though
But then tie the feathers in of different colours and it works again.
Fish are the same way. There are plenty of people who use 2x tippet with #14 dries, and pic related was on 2x and size 12 pheasant tail

File: 13531922_1763881640558733_413455263_n.jpg (55KB, 480x480px) Image search: [Google]

55KB, 480x480px

What are the pros and cons of a memecaster? I only use spinning reels and fish inshore for reds, trout, and flounder predominately from my yak and with the water dropping under 55 I am going to be almost strickly using artificial now (mostly Zman and Gulp). Is it a good idea to get one? Of so what size and kind?

>>918540
>that grill
Hnggg

Pros:
>more accurate cast
This is debatable, but it's much easier to be consistent with a memecaster than a spinning reel

>father casting
Again debatable, but I've found its true. Not like 30 yards farther but 20-30 feet easily.

>Comfier
Palming a reel is a lot more comfortable to me than using spinning gear, especially when fighting a fish

They usually have more drag too.

Cons:
>birdsnest
They happen and they suck, but once you get past the learning curve it's not a big deal

>light lures
It's harder, but not impossible, to cast light lures. I highly doubt you'll have problem using saltwater stuff.


As for what reel to get, any from the major manufacturers are good. I would get one that's saltwater rated, but they are a bit pricier.

>>918540
>pros
none
>cons
everything

Just get a penn spinner for fishing off a yak.

File: 1482300053316.jpg (294KB, 960x960px) Image search: [Google]

294KB, 960x960px

>>918540
All it takes is ONE TIME and you will hate it forever. And everyone will be "but but but!" But shit.

ONE TIME

File: DSCN6471a.jpg (122KB, 981x657px) Image search: [Google]

122KB, 981x657px

>1 week before I can get 2017 fishing licenses

File: IMG_1445.jpg (2MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 4032x3024px

https://youtu.be/iFNqvcTtfz8

Merry Fucking Christmas!

>>918594
I've never had anything that bad. In the couple years since I started using memecasters, I have had one nest that actually required me to cut out some line.

>>918540
I think I posted my memecaster copypasta in the Pastebin. I still prefer spinning reels for lighter tackle, but for stuff 1/2oz+, memecasters will cast farther and more consistently with heavier line.

Santa came! I must have been a good boy because he brought me
>1000g waders
>go pro hero 5 black
>go pro accessorie pack
>electric fillet knife
>rain jacket
>Marino wool socks
>l.l bean boots
>means wearhouse sweaters and pants
>some fishing clothes (shirts, pants, hat)
>silver coins
>other clothes
>cash

File: image.jpg (2MB, 2988x3074px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 2988x3074px

>>918615
These were in my stocking Kek. Will post rods in a bit.

Merry Christmas everyone!

>>918620
I also, got some scissors that have Titanium Bonded Blades™

I'm sure I'll lose them at the lake like my last pair of scissors I liked.

>>918620
Nice. I have a pack of those Panfish Assassin things in a white glow color.

I wish my family knew what to get me when it comes to fishing. I did order that rod but my lil bro got me a $40 Bass Pro card so that is pretty straight. I'm getting too old to give a fuck what I get for Xmas anyway. I feel guilty because my mom still goes all out on her three grown kids and doesn't even have a ton of money to do it but I guess she enjoys it so I'll let her have her fun while she is still kicking.

And my sister is in town and she is the most ungrateful cunt, I always have to talk shit to her. She is 28 and has always been the same. My mom buys her a bunch of nice clothes (from that Lulu? place) and she complains about everything. She bought her a $70 Yeti mug and my sister was complaining about the color.

>>918615
That's dank you got the GoPro. Every year my mom tries to buy me some electronic gadget and I feel bad because lots of times I never use them. Before GoPro got big, there was those Flip Video cameras that were the rage and she got me one of those that I never used. Last year she got me a Bose Soundlink or whatever which is nice but I never used it until recently when I moved and it works well in the garage. This year she got me a Kindle Fire and idk how much I will use that. I need to open it up and play with it. I never even use my old laptop, I just do everything on the phone but maybe I can at least shitpost from the Kindle.

I did get some of those dank Columbia fishing shirts from my sister. They are longsleeve but breathe well which will be perfect here. I'm wearing one now. They are better at buying clothes for me than I am.

File: IMG_1509.jpg (4MB, 3264x2448px) Image search: [Google]

4MB, 3264x2448px

Oh, and my sister just bought a 3-day fishing license so this will be fun. It will probably be a pain in the ass. I want her to catch a snakehead so I can chop its head off in front of her.

>>918628
Tbh I'd be happy with just the stocking stuffer, but I think my parents have felt bad about not being able to get me a lot of stuff for the past couple Christmases. My mom just got a bonus so I think she wanted to go all out.

>>918631
Kek tell her to lip it

Is specific ice fishing line necessary or can I use regular mono?

>>918628
I got some of those long sleeve Columbia shirts too, I love em

>>918642
'fishing' clothes are the comfiest

>>918615
I got a new rechargeable head lamp and ammo.

>>918615
So far I'm up to
>$150 Cabela's gift cards
>5-600$ worth of tools I needed
(Need to exchange some though )
>New phone
( basically free)
>New laptop
>$250 knife coming In the mail
from. Myself to myself

I've got to stop by the bank and take out $500 or so so I can give some of my co-workers some cash

Is it impolite to give some co-workers gifts and not give others anything ?

Also $50 for a few of my co-workers seems decent right? Or should I go higher and be less cheap

>>918650
Shit I don't even get $50 from my family.

>>918648
Oh yeah I completely forgot about that. I got a savage MKII rifle and a thousand rounds of ammo as well. Never had a gun before so hopefully I don't kill myself

>>918651
I've got one co-worker who I've basically worled with them one on one for the past 6 months
And another who I get along with really well

Everyone else I done feel like I need to give them anything relly
But that's probably ly rude

File: ,nnbj.jpg (106KB, 1600x1071px) Image search: [Google]

106KB, 1600x1071px

i didnt get shit....

>>918654
That thing looks fucking awesome.

>>918652
Shit dude you got a lot stuff. That's awesome.

Still hoping when we go to my grandparents later there will be a mustang in the driveway

Oh also if anyone wants (and doesn't already have ) IL give a $15 off of $100 purchase at cabellas
Only valid through the new year though

File: image_4.jpg (38KB, 344x344px) Image search: [Google]

38KB, 344x344px

>>918652
That's a good .22 rifle dude have fun.

File: skid.jpg (18KB, 655x523px) Image search: [Google]

18KB, 655x523px

>>918376

File: image.jpg (1MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 4032x3024px

Well I got a Lunkers TV edition Favorite Rod, but it came with a broken tip. :-) hopefully they'll fix it.

The mojo bass Rod is dope tho. It looks pretty thick, but I think that's just cause it's glass. (Before you have an aneurism peps it feels nothing like an uglystik). I'll try to get out on the water today and see how it feels.

>>918674
They should absolutely send you a new rod. I think if you tell them you bought one you can get a signed shirt as well if they have any left
>>918672
Thanks, I like it a lot so far but I don't have a scope so it's kinda useless atm

>>918674
MOJO rods are sweet.

Sucks about the favorite rod though.

File: 1482145471904.gif (929KB, 500x284px) Image search: [Google]

929KB, 500x284px

>>918678
Doesn't it have iron sights on it?

File: DSCN6478a.jpg (502KB, 1024x768px) Image search: [Google]

502KB, 1024x768px

>>918628
>____ tries to buy me some_____ and I feel bad because lots of times I never use them

That's the worst thing. Happens every time. I tell everyone not to get me anything at all. They started only giving food. So, I trash the food and use the container for something if possible.

>>918187
>I inserted a long needle/bodkin into it during the tying process then removed it

Pic

File: DSCN6482a.jpg (1MB, 1859x1092px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 1859x1092px

>>918682
>Pic

>>918681
Nope, it's the FV-SR model so it just has the rail and that's it. It doesn't really bother me considering I would have a scope on it anyway but my dad just didn't realize it when he bought it so I'll go and get one next week for it

I got $850 cash. I need to spend about $300 of it to finish my new computer, then I'm going to think about a kayak some more, or probably fix my bike ($350 in a tank and plastics, plus some 60mm ammo cans, some paint for the rack, and a few other odds and ends) then use what's left to buy a new barrel for my mauser, and -maybe- buy a tying vise and some materials.
>>918641
Try asking again
>>918652
You'll have fun. Start off right, the easiest way to deal with bad habits is dont form them

>>918678
I think they will most Rod companies are pretty good about it.

>>918680
Oh well it happens. That mojo Rod with that 13 fishing reel is gonna launch lures. I was barely flicking it with the brakes all the way on and I had to stop it to keep it from going outside on the pool.

>>918684
In case you don't know, you don't have to buy a super Gucci scope since it's only a .22. You should have lots of fun with it though.

Wow the guys at Favorite have already sent me an email and they're willing to replace it. If the rod is good I'll definitely grab another model from them just cause they have good customer service.

File: IMG_3908.jpg (1MB, 2448x3264px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 2448x3264px

I look like and feel like a slug in these waders

>>918688
Yeah I didn't plan on it. I don't really know much about scopes since this is my first rifle but I think I'm going to go with the Vortex Crossfire II, it's got pretty good reviews and it's cheap.

>>918650
You should give me the $500 and your coworkers can fuck themselves.
>posted from this kindle I can't type on

is there such a thing as getting the most bang for my buck at ~150 for a spinning rod? im speaking in terms of brand and material

looking for a m/ml rod with fast:extra fast to toss around some plastic

>>918701
That should work fine for a .22. Get out there and fuck up some squirrels. Good eating even if you just stick to the legs.


Got myself a pair the Patagonia rio azul waders which have no insulation. May come to regret it but it's currently 77 degrees out so I doubt I'll need it

>>918703
Bass Pro Johnny Morris rods.

There should be lots of stuff in that range, that's a good price for quality stuff before you really get to diminishing returns and paying for a name.

>>918702
Nah, most of it is going to go twords buying myself nice shit probably 1-150 will go to my 2 favorite co-workers between cash and gifts maybe

File: image.jpg (592KB, 1500x2668px) Image search: [Google]

592KB, 1500x2668px

This thing is nice. I was kinda worried the sensitivity was gonna be killed because of how big it was and it being glass, but I could feel everything with it. Pretty happy all around.

Are you gonna spool up that lews peps?

File: DSCN6481a.jpg (3MB, 3076x1680px) Image search: [Google]

3MB, 3076x1680px

>>918729
>rod
>I could feel

Don't you use the line to "feel" instead of the rod? Then rod sensitivity doesn't matter. That's what I do. For loose line, having highvis main with leader is best since you can watch it.

>>918739
The line transfers the motion to the rod but ultimately the sensitivity of the rod determines how much of that transfers into your hand.

File: DSCN6487a.jpg (553KB, 1106x713px) Image search: [Google]

553KB, 1106x713px

>>918745
I just pinch the line between my fingers or keep the back of my finger against it.

>>918739
>>918748
I don't like doing that when I'm running lures and I think it's easier to feel bites with a good rod than just the line itself. If I'm using bait I don't worry about the sensitivity at all I just watch the line.

>>918750
I do it for all fishing methods that require the rod in my hands.

>>918729
Just saw that. I spooled up that Lew's like two or three weeks ago.

And is that Mojo heavy?

>>918748
>>918750
>>918755
I like to hold the line with my fingers too. With memecasters, I will palm it and use my index finger and thumb to hold the line. Not really for sensitivity, but it keeps some tension on the line and makes sure it spools tight.

File: thatfeelwhen.png (42KB, 645x773px) Image search: [Google]

42KB, 645x773px

>took a break from the salt today
>used my 710z and shimano sienna, loosened the drag on both of them to make it more enjoyable
>went bass fishing and caught 2 fish, one 2 1/4 pounder and one baby
>they both did one jump and let me reel them with out the slightest bit of resistance

Why are the bass at my local lake broken? It's not because it's winter, they're always super lazy.

>>918772
oops, meant my 712z. Why don't they care about being hooked? It's like they know you're just going to reel them in and let them go.

File: IMG_3921.jpg (906KB, 1536x2048px) Image search: [Google]

906KB, 1536x2048px

>>918772
>>918774
>Mfw no low energy bass

File: image.jpg (231KB, 750x1334px) Image search: [Google]

231KB, 750x1334px

Of course the first fish I catch with it is a fukin snagged carp

>>918755
Whatever works for you I'm not gonna tell you not to do it lol. I would rather have a rod with some feeling though.

>>918763
I guess I'm retarded then

>is that Mojo heavy?
Compared to my other rods yes, but it's also a 7' 8" MH so it's pretty beefy. It cast like a dream though.

>>918783
I wish there was a lake with smallies near me

File: 1473767134206.webm (3MB, 768x432px) Image search: [Google]

3MB, 768x432px

>>918772
I've never really had a bass fight much at all. They jump rarely for the most part. Bluegill and sunfish put up better fights than bass. Most catfish fight like logs.

File: DSCN6488a.jpg (1MB, 1474x1299px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 1474x1299px

>>918783
>tfw you can't go fishing yet and only have fly photos to post instead

Though, I'm not sure I'd take photos of fish all that much in the first place.

>>918772
Largemouths are the most boring fish in the world to fight. No other bass is that lazy either. Why bass fishing is so popular is beyond me when even a half pound bluegill will pull more line

Got a penn spinfisher V 6500 today. Rock solid reel that's going to be great for stripers and big cats. Where can I find bulk spools of braid for cheap bc this thing is a monster that can take 300 yards of 50lb braid

File: IMG_3922.jpg (22KB, 310x240px) Image search: [Google]

22KB, 310x240px

>>918806
I like the fly pics, they're neat.

It's been around 40 here the past few days and almost all the snow has melted so all the progress the lake made is being undone. One or two days below 20 and the bays will finally be fishable though

>>918807
It is because most places only have bass as the largest fish for sport fishing that is the most consistent to catch. Musky are great, but there's not as many nor as easily caught when compared to bass. Catfish are easier to hook and normally put up an okay fight when compared to bass plus there's a chance to catch lunkers. Sunfish are very energetic when hooked.

Personally, I'd rather catch carp, catfish, walleye, stripers, and musky/pike.

>>918813
I'd prefer catfish any day to bass. You don't have a flashy tacklebox and 15 rods when you're targeting them but a 5lb cat will work you on a medium rod. Every so often I'll hook into an eater sized channel when using my UL to catch panfish for bait and those fights can easily last 5 minutes with boat work required.

File: DSCN6493a.jpg (2MB, 2374x1449px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 2374x1449px

>>918812
The weather has been wonky here too. It is 65F right now. 65F! I'm sweating and have my windows open. When I was a child, there'd be 3-4 feet of snow from October to April. It should be colder and normal next month, but I'll only be bank fishing.

>I like the fly pics, they're neat.

I can only post them as fast as I make them.

>>918807
They usually put up a more interesting fight for me. Cats and carp just go straight to the bottom, where bass will go all through the water column.

>>918815
Here you have to toss back all the ones over 17" due to pollution and those don't fight all that much. When fishing for shovel heads for catch and release, you might get 10-15 of them in a night that are as heavy as a big bag of feed. You might have to fight them for an hour each. So, from dusk to dawn you are working fish. Your arms feel like jelly all the next day you are awake.

>>918701
you look fine

>>918772
It's okay, friend. I still have never even gotten to catch a bass in my area. Non saltwater is hard :(


The only /out/ thing I got this christmas was a nice life jacket from my mother whos terrified of kayaks and a few devil horse lures from my father. Pretty excited for the devil horses because I haven't used them since I was about 13. I remember them being a speckled trout killer.

>>918820
Where I live we have shoal bass which are a much more satisfying bass experience. They live in rivers and love to dive in between rocks or jump when they are hooked so many fish get lost on the fight. Similar to creek smallmouth fishing but these guys are much more aggressive feeders.

>>918826
I just looked them up. Those are some pretty fish. I'd love to travel to different parts of the US and target different bass species like that.

>>918807
A half pound jack crevalle pulls like an 18 wheeler on light tackle. Probably the most fun you'll ever have with a dink.

File: IMG_1454.jpg (2MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 4032x3024px

>>918807
Since the water has been cooling off a bit with the shorter days and lower temps, lots of the largemouth seem to be fighting better. Feelsgud.png

>>918820
+1. 90% of largemout are a better fight than a similar sized carp or catfish. Peacocks are the best. Mayans and other cichlids fight super hard for their size. And sneks hit really hard and just dig and dig and don't give up. Largemouth are still fun but from time to time I will hook one like 30yds out, reel it in for 25yds with very little effort, and then it will surface and see me and finally try to run.

>>918835
It's comparing a tractor pull to a drag race. Catfish and bass both fight just not the same way.

>>918839
LMB and catfish are the ultimate meme fish. Both are super boring to catch yet they're the most popular game fish in the US.

>bluegill
>peacock bass
>musky and pike
>just about every single predatory saltwater fish

All far superior game fish and will provide way much more fun with the appropriate tackle.

File: IMG_2385.jpg (2MB, 3264x2448px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 3264x2448px

>>918828
Little dink shoalie from the fall. Easily the worst I caught that entire day but the only one I took a pic of. The perks of being too poor to afford a new phone if mine goes in the drink

>>918812
>I like the fly pics, they're neat.
Same
>>918791
Good job

File: DSCN6495a.jpg (546KB, 1014x853px) Image search: [Google]

546KB, 1014x853px

>>918847
When I take my camera out I use a short lanyard around my neck to prevent it from going to far if I'm all thumbs.

File: 160325132042-florida-fish-kill-indian-river-okeechobee-weather-orig-00001827-exlarge-169.jpg (138KB, 780x438px) Image search: [Google]

138KB, 780x438px

http://www.cnn.com/2016/03/25/us/florida-fish-kill/

>>918843
Nothing like those lighting fast speckled trout runs or when a 40"+ black drum dives for the bottom of a ship channel. Then there is that moment when you spend 30 minutes bringing in at bull red and 10 feet from the boat you see him flip that tail out of the water to wave goodbye before he peels 150 yards of line off your reel.

File: Screenshot_56.png (1MB, 1265x711px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 1265x711px

Catfish and Carp is simply the best youtube fishing channel. That guy is a role model for everybody. Much better than the teenage chumps who care more about their microphones and drones than fishing. I've been binge watching his videos for the past few days. Even if you don't like that sort of fishing they're top notch and I highly recommend his vids

>>918885
idk i like the production values that you get on some of those channels especially with jon b.

chris' outdoor adventures and extreme philly fishing are good too especially for the multispecies. 1rod sucks and yells too much

>>918843
But those are only found in certain parts of the country. That's why LMB fishing is so popular. A lot of people have fun regardless if the fish fights super hard.

>>918882
Hopefully I'll get a chance to go down in the spring and experience this

>>918889
>1rod sucks and yells too much
+1 he's annoying as shit. I like Jon b and Lunkers stuff though. Peric and Flair are alright sometimes, but I don't normally watch their videos unless I'm really bored.

>>918889
>jon b

I don't know what it is about that kid but he really bugs me. Maybe because I live in the same area and know his kind, but probably I'm just jealous. Its like, fuck man if I spent a few grand on film equipment I could do the same damn thing. Go out and film a ton of pretty b-roll while catching 2 or 3 fish. I like C&C and others because they bring straight up knowledge to the table.

I don't mind 1rod because he really really seems to enjoy fishing

Going to cabelas tomorrow, it's like an hour n half away but my dad says it's worth it.
Im thinking about a combo good for smallmouth and trout in streams, ultralight. Anything to look out for in ultralights? Good and bad brands? Average cost for a decent one?

>>918885
Yep, but i have to admit some of the non-fishing aspects that the other guys do are still entertaining. 1rod is a bit nutty but far from being a shitty host.

>>918895
>I don't mind 1rod because he really really seems to enjoy fishing

Yea this, all these guys had channels that looked like your average bloke that just uploads his fishing highlights onto youtube every week.

They stayed committed and kept their good charisma. No need to hate that

>>918811
>spinfisher V 6500
love mine. Cabelas had 300 yds for aroud 26 IIRC. House brand but very comparable to Power Pro.

>>918895
dislike jonb

also from illinois. maybe we just hate eachother. i like his older videos though, seem more genuine in some way

I don't watch much tv or YouTube stuff so I have never heard of any of these people.

Give me some names to subscribe too so I can check some out one day.

File: 7767.jpg (58KB, 640x640px) Image search: [Google]

58KB, 640x640px

>Using a drum reel for anything but big game and surf fishing

Why?

File: dssw7KR.png (3MB, 1223x1227px) Image search: [Google]

3MB, 1223x1227px

>>918924
1rod
lunkers
bamabass

everyone else is more annoying than these 3

>>918772
what did you use to catch them?

>>918939
honestly 1Rod gets on my nerves, he just seems to overreact and be loud. seems like a nice dude and all but in front of a camera...

>>918924
Jon B
LakeForkGuy
LunkersTV
Andrew Flair Outdoors

So i got $200 for xmas.

Build a custom lamiglas for fluke busting? Or buy a new reel and a bunch of tackle.

The lamiglas i could document the building process and post here if you guys would like to see that. Ive never done it before but have done a ton of research already.

On the other hand, tsunami has come out with the Tsunami Sheild, which is a fully sealed reel for only 100 bucks. Would work great for surf and kayak. And then i could blow the remainder on bucktails and power pro.

What do you guys think?

>>918924
Scott Martins channel has gotten pretty cool. It used to be him basically just shilling products and how to videos, but now he's just kinda fishing and having fun.

File: IMG_5276.jpg (2MB, 3264x2448px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 3264x2448px

>>918924
I have a few videos on youtube, they're ok. Also check out Northeast Fishing and Exploration, who used to post here a lot. and Extreme Philly Fishing is a good one if you want to find a ton of videos.

https://youtu.be/SVXZcdDYAno

https://youtu.be/LVpmvHM2H2A

https://youtu.be/OzU32cukEjo

>>918912
Yeah man. He just reminds me of the typical NW suburban rich kid. Diamond dozen around here. I'm sure he's a excellent fellow but I guess I just prefer watching older anglers. At least guys who aren't 10 years younger than me.

>>918924
I just namedropped Catfish and Carp. He's awesome. He's a lawyer, a great father and a top notch fisherman in his niche. His kid is fucking hilarious and featured in a ton of his videos. Its just a channel that makes you feel good even if you don't care about that sort of fishing.

>>918729
I think glass is generally considered more sensitive than carbon fiber. It makes the fights much more enjoyable..

>>918995
>Jon B
>Northwest Suburbs
Where exactly?

File: DSCN6500a.jpg (948KB, 1231x1087px) Image search: [Google]

948KB, 1231x1087px

>>918932
Consumerism of course.

>>918946
Which one would you be more proud of passing to your children?

>>918896
St croix ULs are incredible. I've got on paired up with a shimano 500 class and 2lb.

But you may want a light for trout or General creek work. Hard to get hook sets on trout with a UL and working fish away from rocks in current will be difficult. But go for the UL if you think you'll be catching more panfish than anything else

File: image.jpg (2MB, 2448x3047px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 2448x3047px

>4 bites
>huge jack I fought for a few minutes before it ran under the pier broke me off on the pilings
>large jack that broke off as I was bringing it up the pier, the pier net that's always there was nowhere to be found
>one 2-3 pound jack I caught on a sardine
>shark bite off

Still had fun tbfh

>>918924
>Jon b
>extreme philly fishing
>Chris's outdoor adventures
>apbassin

Who's the country sounding Asian doctor that does all the kayak fishing in south Florida? He's good

>>918997
Graphite rods are usually a lot more sensitive, as far as actually feeling the lure/bites.

>It makes the fights much more enjoyable..
I'm not disagreeing with you about glass making fights more enjoyable, but do you mean because of how much glass rods flex?

>>919044
What lb test and length of the rod is good? For length I'm thinking a short 5' would be good since I'm in close quarters with trees sometimes.

>>919067
My UL is 5ft6in which is pretty standard. Any shorter and you'll have issues with longer more precise casting. I use 2lb mono since it casts easier with 1/16-1/32oz lures but I've used 4lb before without issues. I'd use 4lb if you expect to be jigging as you can't really work a snag out with 2lb.

My bigger river rod is a 7ft medium loaded with 6lb mono. It still works pretty well on the lighter lures but the hook sets on bass and trout are much easier

>>918889
jon b is okay but every time it cuts to music its way too loud compared to the rest of the audio and it pisses me off having to chose between changing my volume constantly through the video or letting it be annoyingly loud
>>918898
bottom line though, they get paid to fish. i don't care who you are, if you're in this thread, that's living the dream
>>918946
do the build
>>918997
glass rods have a different kind of sensativity
>graphite
griphite is good for feeling light ticks, like when a fish just barely touches a slow presentation and will only hold for a second
>fiberglass
its more bendy and wibbly, so while you wont feel that tick, you will see it for sure
>fun factor?
well, i've taken bluegill by accident while carp fishing on an 8 weight glass rod (it says 7 but it casts 7 for shit, but 8 is a dream on there), and even a bluegill will be fun on that fiberglass, because not a lot of pressure bends the rod in half, so it does make fish feel bigger, where as when i grab my other heavy rod (an 8 weight med-fast) and hook a bluegill i'm hardly bending, and its just annoying
so i don't think that's a material thing, i think that's an action thing, the slower action i think is what's more fun, not so much the material.
>>919046
sounds fun
in either april, may, or june im going to go to the coast of Florida for a week or two, see about some saltwater fly fishing, maybe pin rigging, just get some nice fish, and ill definitely be eating fish too
i hear dolphins wil be around too and i hear they can be pricks to fishermen
>>919067
i think its worth it to go 6'6 or even 7, you can still flick a lure pretty far if you bend the rod tip back by holding the lure (to load the rod that way) and let it flick the lure for you if you're in super tight
then i'd either go #6 braid or #4 mono

File: DSCN6502a.jpg (1MB, 1204x1362px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 1204x1362px

>>919067
Most rods have the line test range printed on the side of the ride near the hook holder in front of the reel seat. Online stores sometimes do not list this for some reason.

>>919094
>skid is going to florida

Press F to pay respects to Pepsi's dog

F

>>918996
true, the dude is genuine and serious but has fun

>>919135
I'm going to be in Englewood, far from Pepsi.A dog, if I go at all

File: IMG_1466.jpg (1MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

1MB, 4032x3024px

>>919135
F

>tfw was kayaking in the salty water all day
Bretty cool. Went through the mangroves. Saw some feesh.

>>919044
I'm not a big fan of the 500 size. Just feels to small. Even for a UL, I would rather go the next size up and spool it with a ton of line just so it doesn't feel awkward to use.

>>918939
>>918943
>>918947
>>918970
>>918996
>>919047
Thanks y'all I wrote these down to look at later when I'm in a WiFi area.

Now back to my deer chili.

File: 2121213213.png (118KB, 327x333px) Image search: [Google]

118KB, 327x333px

>>919149
>pic

Jelly as fuck. Holy shit.

>tfw landlocked freshie for the past 40+ years

>>919135
F

>>919149
But did u catch any feesh?

File: image.jpg (4MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

4MB, 4032x3024px

>>919158
It's interesting because the shallow blue water in the Keys is actually cooler than it is at the beach by my house. It's still pretty warm, but the Atlantic around Ft. Lauderdale is always like a heated swimming pool with the Gulfstream running right along the shore.

File: image.jpg (2MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 4032x3024px

>>919160
I didn't even bring any fishing stuff. My brother and sister were both in single kayaks and then I was in a double with my mom so I was just focusing on keeping her dry.

>>919163
So your saying you like your mom dry?

File: 1470406585750.png (185KB, 680x641px) Image search: [Google]

185KB, 680x641px

>>919162
>>919149
Christ I want to dip some flies in that water so bad.

>>919135
F

File: image.jpg (105KB, 750x574px) Image search: [Google]

105KB, 750x574px

>>919167

File: 1472399427371.jpg (17KB, 300x400px) Image search: [Google]

17KB, 300x400px

>>919190
kek

>>919023
I think he lives in Schaumburg. I'm speaking specifically about Illinois here.

File: DSCN6512a.jpg (663KB, 1024x975px) Image search: [Google]

663KB, 1024x975px

>>919149
What are those yellow-black striped fish? The closest I can find is a sheepshead.

>>919228
Idk, they were small like 3" long and there were two other species right there that were larger. One kinda looked like those bream that Yuro posts, black spot by the gill like bluegill and had some color and 7"-8" and then there were slightly larger silver fish like 9"-10".

>>919195
I know about Schaumburg.

>>919246
>I know about Schaumburg.

Yeah, I just didn't know if you knew I meant IL by NW Suburbs. Some people think I'm talking about Seattle or something when I say that. But yeah he and Peric are both from around here.

>>919190
I always knew she was into ultra lite.

>tfw you spend one weekend saltwater fishing in florida with cousins
>tfw caught a few jack crevalles and a bluefish
>tfw bass fishing has been ruined forever for me

>>919135
F

>>919251
I've caught bat rays that pull 10-30 yards of line per run and I still have fun catching 3-4" minnows on a micro pole. It's all about enjoying the fish you're catching at the time.

>>919269
Most landlocked freshies have seen everything there is to see inland. Saltwater is like taking a 6yo to Disney World/Land when all they are used to is the county fair.

>>919169
Same
>>919251
I know the feel
I always feel like crap for a few weeks after a vacation
>>919270
This

File: DSCN6516a.jpg (483KB, 1024x712px) Image search: [Google]

483KB, 1024x712px

>>919246
You have to go back and catch some to identify.

>>919270
>Saltwater is like taking a 6yo to Disney World/Land when all they are used to is the county fair.

Not going with "taking a fisherman to Cabelas when all they have been to is Academy".

>>919283
>tfw never been to either
i shop online or at small tackle shops, or dicks/gander mountain
maybe in the summer ill take a vacation to west virginia with a few hundred dollars

File: DSCN6437g.jpg (2MB, 5000x3516px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 5000x3516px

>>919283
>tfw going to cabelas and being utterly underwhelmed

But, I'm not into consumerism.

File: RE_HP_102716a_MAP.jpg (67KB, 768x451px) Image search: [Google]

67KB, 768x451px

>>919284

>>919284
My local walmart has pretty much everything I need. Its surprisingly stacked. If I need anything else I'll order online.

>>919283
My academy is pretty good. They have almost all the normal lures, line, ect... I'd use. I really only go to cabelas when I'm bored, or to look at rods/reels i want to buy.

>>919287
theres one in ohio now? hella, ill have to check it out

File: IMG_1115.jpg (581KB, 1632x1224px) Image search: [Google]

581KB, 1632x1224px

>>918946
>Tsunami Sheild
Never heard of them. Spent 5 minutes looking and I may grab one. I love my [pic related] Cheeky ($129) but 10-11 seals on the Tsuami sounds like it shouldn't suck. If they make a 2k series I'm all in.

>>918970
>Northeast Fishing and Exploration
Mainebub... Where is that fucker?

File: Are you feelin it now Mr Crabs?.gif (2MB, 254x265px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 254x265px

>>919135
F

Daily reminder that old Penn Z is best reel

>>919163
So are you goa buy one now? Get 'yakking...
It will srsly change your entire outlook on fishing.

>>919247
>>919246
>>919195

dont think its schaumburg. south barrington or a bit farther north. im not familiar with the places they fish and i live in schaumburg

>>918970
enjoyed the vids. made me want to pick up some UL gear and battle fish a bit

>>919305
no 2k series on spinfisher, cheeky cydro, or tsunami.
Anyone? Good sealed light reel that will let me play with salties?

>>919317
Well, I know for a fact that Peric went to St. Viator so whatever town that is. I could find out for sure if I paid closer attention to their vids. I care more about the spots than where they live really. They've led me to some productive little ponds.

got a $100 gift card to BPS and a $100 gift card to the local tackle shop and a $50 anywhere gift card

thinking use the BPS on a jacket and the local one on lures but i also really want a crappie setup so i could use the BPS+anywhere card and get a decent crappie setup but then i won't be able to get a jacket
keep in mind the jacket is not desperately needed

thoughts?

>>919094
if you'll be on the gulf coast let it be known when you come and I'll hang out for a day if you're interested, would love to meet up with some people from f&t

File: DSCN6517a.jpg (161KB, 1680x866px) Image search: [Google]

161KB, 1680x866px

>>919332
Ice fishing or normal?

>>919346
I'll be down by Englewood, so Yeah, gulf

>>919357
normal

File: DSCN6522a.jpg (113KB, 822x1187px) Image search: [Google]

113KB, 822x1187px

>>919383
Light action rods, 2-12lbs test line, and jigs with hair, feather, or plastic. You can use the jigs with jig spinners or by themselves. Anything with a minnow pattern in 1.5-2 inches long will work including streamer flies. Colors should be white, silver, and bright for most situations. Darker colors with some flashy jig heads and jig spinner or darker streamers with Flashabou and/or Sparkle Braid for murky, dust/dawn, and deep water. Streamers should have weighted eyes.

>>919228
look like Sergeant major to me

File: komarča.jpg (134KB, 1600x1200px) Image search: [Google]

134KB, 1600x1200px

>>919246
>bream yuro posts
Sparus Aurata, aka Gilt Head Seabream

Doesnt look like them striped feeshies you posted tho.

>>919323
Wut year did he graduate? What is the dude's full name? My friend is a teacher at Viator.

>>919280
Yeah def a lot more places to fish in the Keys that aren't

File: IMG_1477.png (612KB, 640x1136px) Image search: [Google]

612KB, 640x1136px

>>919323
>Wheeling
He looks younger. If he was a couple years older I probably would've gone to school with him. I should ask around and try to get his phone number so you can ask where the spots are.

File: DSCN6525a.jpg (118KB, 1134x833px) Image search: [Google]

118KB, 1134x833px

>>919419
I think you are correct.

>>919495
>Peric
Sounds like a Croatian name
Might have been Perić, americanized to eitehr Peric or Perich, but more than likely severl generations ago.

File: IMG_3929.jpg (2MB, 3684x2645px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 3684x2645px

Walmart came through clutch, hey didn't have the newer model sienna but I don't even care.

I also cleaned out their Swedish pimple selection

How do I into ice fishing?

>>919596

Essentials:
>ice rod/small reel with low pound test line
>ice auger
>ice scoop
>small ice jigs, swedish pimples, etc.
>wax worms
>5 gallon bucket to sit on and bring fish back with you when you are done

Try Hard:
>shanty
>4 stroke ice auger
>vexilar/marcum flasher/depth finder
>tip ups for multiple holes

File: 1482196905066.jpg (64KB, 385x383px) Image search: [Google]

64KB, 385x383px

>>919601
Why are tip-ups for multiple holes try-hard? In NY state I'm allowed to have 7 lines out. Of course I won't have that many, but I figured a couple of tip-ups would help make up for the slow ice bite.

>>919602
they arnt, but for someone who was just getting into ice fishing they arnt necessary

File: IMG_20161227_123306.jpg (530KB, 2432x1174px) Image search: [Google]

530KB, 2432x1174px

Weedless grubs.

>>919611
Why'd you put the light side up?

>>919611
That hook has like no space to pop thru. Good luck if you tryin to get panfish with it just because they normally hit so quick.

File: DSCN6533a.jpg (497KB, 3304x2068px) Image search: [Google]

497KB, 3304x2068px

>>919579
>Swedish pimple

lol wut?

Is that for jigging? What is a, "flipper?"

>>919715
They're like little spoons or closer to Kastmasters. I remember using them when I was a kid but I haven't seen em in years.

File: IMG_3935.jpg (2MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 4032x3024px

>>919715
>>919718
Little ice fishing jigging lure. Tip it with a wax worm or perch eye and it catches tons of panfish

>>919726
The little ones are so stupidly expensive for what they are. I need to figure out how to make them myself.

File: DSCN6540a.jpg (398KB, 1747x1878px) Image search: [Google]

398KB, 1747x1878px

>>919726
Ah, I see. The "flipper" is light plastic right and will flutter when it the lure drops?

*takes notes*

Has anybody here ever sold their catches? My friend says I can drive around to factories around shift changes and sell my catfish to Mexicans. Probably wouldn't be lucrative at all but sounds sort of fun. Also quite possibly illegal

>>919616
good point

>>919648
I can pop it through if I put just a tiny bit of pressure on it. Ill see how it works later.

File: IMG_3936.jpg (292KB, 1242x1231px) Image search: [Google]

292KB, 1242x1231px

>>919732
They were $1.30. They come with an extra hook and split ring for the perch eyes too. Doesn't seem overpriced to me

My buddy went ou and did pretty good yesterday. Guess the bays are thic enough to go out on. Hopefully I'll
Be able to get out there soon

>>919738
>They were $1.30.

Jelly. Idk how that even happens. Mine came with that stuff too but they were all priced around $5. Fuckin' ripoff. I went to walmart today and they were all sold out anyway.

>>919735
Some Mexican dude gave me $5 for a big carp back in the day.

>>919736
As long as they can grab the whole thing in one bite, it could work. Panfish just bit different from bass because they like to grab the end of shit and tear at it. It's the same thing when I'm running Texas-rigged bass baits and a snakehead hits them. Unless they can grab the whole thing in one bite, it is really tough to hook them because they will grab the back half of a worm or lizard and run with it and won't actually try and take the whole bait down until they get back to their hiding spot.

What size grub was that? 2"?

File: DSCN5301a.jpg (618KB, 1024x768px) Image search: [Google]

618KB, 1024x768px

>>919732
Get some prism tape, scissors, drill (drill press is best), a hacksaw (Dremel with fiber reinforced cutting discs is best), some split rings (split ring pliers are really nice), hooks, and old/cheap stainless steel eating utensils.

Just cut the handles off the spoons and forks and shape the handles into the shapes and sizes you need. Drill a couple holes. Slap on some prism tape. Attach the split rings and hooks. You could probably make over 200 for as little as $50, depending on where you source your materials. Hooks will cost the most.

>this is literally what I'm doing

Here's some reposts of old tests I was doing. I have a pack of 100 tea spoons now and can make 400 lures of 3 types with them. They cost about $0.50 each to make since hooks are usually half the cost.

File: IMG_3937.jpg (3MB, 4032x3024px) Image search: [Google]

3MB, 4032x3024px

>>919733
Yeah I believe so, they give you a yellow one for the single hook.

>>919739
That's weird dude I got all of these from Walmart. They only had a few left (all the ones I bought) so maybe they were on sale or something? Not sure.

I also stopped at the local family owned tackle shop to see if they had any rods in. Aparrently he got cleaned out before Christmas and said he won't have a good selection until next week. I also saw a bunch of custom spinner baits, and soft plastics made by a local guy so I'm gunna have to stock up on those and give them a shot.

>>919742
Thanks for the info. That actually seems like a lot of fun. Too bad I quit my job at the machine shop, I could be getting paid to make lures for myself lol. I literally have all the tools in my shed. I'll get at it this week and see what I can do, if I make anything worthwhile I'll be sure to post it up.

File: zoomtube.jpg (27KB, 550x370px) Image search: [Google]

27KB, 550x370px

>>919740
The grubs are just over an inch i think.
I get what you mean with their biting style; they'll just rip worms if they dont bite the hook.

I got pic related but smaller, rigged with the jig-like hook and all. Ill roll those until then.

>>919735
im pretty sure theres a koi at my loca pond

dont asians pay money for those? i might try to catch it

>>919772
>asians
>pay money
ha good luck m80. they'll scam you down so far you'll end-up paying them to take it

>>919738
Where'd you get the little ones nigha

I cleaned out the back of my car today. Holy shit I have a lot of lures.

Also, I can't figure out this little pond. I only caught one on a jerk bait on Christmas Eve, but there's so much slime/plants I get about halfway into the retrieve and the tebles snag on something. I need to find like a 2-4 suspending jerk. I might give up on it for awhile if next time I go if the fineness worm doesn't catch anything.

>>919736
I mean it would most likely catch fish the same I just didn't know it was on purpose or not lol

File: DSCN6544a.jpg (548KB, 1024x2292px) Image search: [Google]

548KB, 1024x2292px

>>919743
>they give you a yellow one for the single hook.

I now know what I can use all those plastic lids and stuff for...

>>919751
>I literally have all the tools in my shed.

I have them within arm's reach...

Here's the first attempt. I didn't finish up the metal and remove the tool marks. The plastic is from some random plastic food container (HDPE, rather it be PET). I also need a proper center punch that can be used on this really hard SS. My pinch punch is worthless for it. I'm out of prism tape. I tried to match the length of the smaller ones in >>919726

I think it took more time tinkering with the split rings than actually making the spoon because I put them on backwards then put the flipper on the wrong side.

>>919774
>>919772
You would need to sell them to an Asian-run restaurant for best results. Pepsi could breaking to the snakehead market for that.

>>919775
Walmart, I'm going to Gander tomorrow to see what they got for ice rods. I'll see if they have any size 2 Swedish pimples as well

>>919783
walshart

>>919783
Never seen the little ones desu
Not at Walmart, dicks or cabellas

File: DSCN6549a.jpg (362KB, 2024x768px) Image search: [Google]

362KB, 2024x768px

>>919820
Ebay has a ton of them, but with shipping and handling they all cost over $5 I think. Regular online stores seem to be in the $3.50-$4 range, unknown S&H.

>>918280
>Some of my reels have mono on it that is over 20 years old. I keep them in total dark and a place that doesn't get temperature swings.

so what you're trying to say is you never catch any fish?

>>919782
Why do you make hundreds of the same lure and small variations of the same lure? I don't know if you're the fly tying anon too but if not holy shit do something else with your time. They were cool at first but damn it's the same thing posted multiple times in every thread.

File: 1479686535373.png (11KB, 495x791px) Image search: [Google]

11KB, 495x791px

Any recommendations for hardbaits for saltwater fishing (mainly targettng redfish and white/sand trout)? I mostly use soft-plastic grub/shrimp but something about hardbaits looks fun and looks cool to collect.

File: DSCN6554a.jpg (130KB, 1223x1187px) Image search: [Google]

130KB, 1223x1187px

>>920031
I make so many of 1 thing because I sell the extras to make up for the initial purchase of the few I keep for myself. Since you need a few variations of the same lure as part of normal fishing, I make 1,000s of lures and flies each year. In the winter, I can't garden because I've not built a greenhouse yet. Thus, my indoor hobbies pay for everything. Fly tying and lure making is only one thing. I don't sell the flies, since there's no market in that due to China. Lures are the only thing you can really make money with in the USA. Since I am also a subsistence fishermen, making my own gear is necessary.

I do my best not to repost things like this reposted image >>919742 but as part of conversation it may be prudent to do so. I also try to never post without posting OC. Like this fly, I made for this post, to reply to you.

Thank you, for your contribution to the thread, anon.

>>919779
di you try a fuckhuge jitterbug?
>>920046
youre like the most pleasant person in any thread on 4chins
im not sure if i appreciate that or need to call you a faggot for it
like, seriously, im confused
>>920045
get some weedless spoons, and some spooks, the ones that float, and the ones that sink a little like1 or 2 feet (i think theyre usually called glide baits?)
then add some flukes to the mix, split tail and paddle tail.

File: IMG_3944.jpg (2MB, 2575x1519px) Image search: [Google]

2MB, 2575x1519px

>>920046
Don't mind that guy, keep postin' them flys. Better to have some unique pics along with your post then no pic at all.

You ever consider trying to make your own bass jigs? That's one thing I'd really like to get into so I could custimive them to my specification but I'm not sure how hard it would be

>>920079
I did not. I threw a spook. Jitterbug next for sure.

File: 13735970_1800373383527878_1709266587_n.jpg (64KB, 480x480px) Image search: [Google]

64KB, 480x480px

>>920045
Am also interested in anons question, also can anyone recommend a hard suspending bait? I've heard that they're pretty good when winter patterns are a thing, since they're schooled up and also allows you to go over the oyster beds without getting snagged

File: IMG_20161228_122747415.jpg (3MB, 4320x2432px) Image search: [Google]

3MB, 4320x2432px

How'd I do this time?

Just gotta put a bullet weight above it when I go out with it.

File: IMG_20161228_123302630_HDR.jpg (3MB, 4320x2432px) Image search: [Google]

3MB, 4320x2432px

Same deal here, but this lure has the "claws" stock together, the big ones at the end.

Should I separate them or are they better together and uniform?

>>920116
i have honestly never gotten a single fish on a spook, only poppers and jitterbuggs
>>920127
>>919779

i like my husky jerk, replace the hooks with some heavier octopus hooks for salt and im sure it would do exactly what you want
tx just leave it how it is

>>920147
>not using ewg
imo you gotta go the whole way trough and skin hook it, especially if you're near anything more than just rocks, and even thrn skin hooking is a good idea
>>920151
seperate them, those connections are scraps from the moulding process that ensures its it's cast propperly

File: IMG_20161228_125532349_HDR.jpg (3MB, 4320x2432px) Image search: [Google]

3MB, 4320x2432px

>>920154
Ayy

File: 1482948182176530677233.jpg (3MB, 4320x2432px) Image search: [Google]

3MB, 4320x2432px

What's the difference between the two hooks above, offset and ewg? When do you use the other?

Had these wacky hooks with this bass assortment too, fitted a worm on it and got it skin hooked.

File: DSCN6568a.jpg (206KB, 1831x1215px) Image search: [Google]

206KB, 1831x1215px

>>920079
Thanks.

>>920097
I have zinc ingots I made some time ago and that would be a good project for them. I don't want to use lead due to environmental and health concerns from general handling.

Off-set EWG: use for thick bodied plastics like grubs, where there needs to be more space for the plastic to flex into during a bite. Without this extra space, the hook point may not be exposed well enough out of the plastic to hook the fish.

Off-set Straight: for thin bodied plastics like thin worms.

Bent Kahle: Same as the Off-set EWG hooks.

Off-set or Bent: these crooked shafts near the hook eye help to prevent the plastic from sliding down the shaft and to help align the plastic from hook eye to hook point so to aid in making the lure weedless.

>>920159
EWG hooks work better for fatter baits like those crawdads.

>>920164
>>920163
thanks!

So the gap is space for the plastic to be bit down on, allowing the hook to stick out.

It seems like I got enough space however with those non-ewg hooks. Ill keep that in mind however when I rig swimbaits- gonna use the EWG

Does anyone know of a good (visual) guide on how to use a baitcaster? I've read up on the pastebin in the OP but I still really don't get it so to say. Maybe I'm an idiot.

I've been given a late 70s Shimano Bantam 100 in almost perfect condition and would love to land some fish on this thing but I don't want to cause a bird's nest either.

>>920184
Go to a lake and when you get there youtube "how to cast a baitcaster" and follow along and try it while you are watching. Just go slow at first. Turn the brakes up more then you might need and keep your casting arm's elbow tucked into your body. You want a linear and smooth swing to allow the line to unravel at an even rate

File: 1411361259057.jpg (20KB, 731x565px) Image search: [Google]

20KB, 731x565px

>>918166

>everytime I come back to these fishing generals its nothing but tripfags touching each others buttholes, Furfaggots, horrible tackle advice and that guy who ties the shittiest flies i've ever seen

Wew

I'd actually give sound, valuable advice if it wasnt for such shit company to be present.

>>920190
kek, thanks for sharing sperg.