dintymoore

We had this happen to us, at 22 weeks along, a year ago the 15th of Feb. A routine ultrasound turned into our worst nightmare  and she was admitted the very next day for 2 days of forced labour with multiple enductions. Never dealt with anything so difficult in life as this. Definitely life changing, alters your entire outlook. This time of year seems especially hard, with spring here, the upcoming fishing season, you think about all of the outdoorsy things you would have showed to your little buddy...

Those who have children, remember how blessed you are when you give them a squeeze before bed time, remind them how much they're loved.

14 minutes ago, Rizzo said:

I stand by my answer. You claim these vehicles will bring traffic fatalities down to zero...what about blown tires? black ice? hydroplaning?  Could the technology become very good? Sure. Will we get to a day of no traffic fatalities? Never gonna happen

I agree with this. Too many unpredictable variables for systems to account for - bad weather is just one example, mechanical failure is another.

For those of you who use a fluro leader, what length do you typically run?

100%. I've had the same pair of Maui Jim's for about 5 years. Like others said, sometimes you'll spot fish before they see you. Oh and you'll see rainbows more clearly - now who doesn't like to see a rainbow?

3 hours ago, BillM said:

Are we talking open water trout or inland stream trout?   Setups for both are pretty different (At least in my books)

Open water. I've got a different set up for creek fishing.

I switched to straight braid some years ago -- Daiwa braid or Power pro in a pinch, but run mono on lighter set ups. I'm kind of on the fence. Do I try a lighter braid, a braid and flurocarbon, or go back to mono... 

Earlier this week I received a new rod, the 7' medium light, fast action avid-x from St Croix, got a Tatula LT en route to pair. I target Walleye and trout primarily and am thinking of trying something different for line. What do you find works best for you?

A return for JVR would be much more than that the Rags got for Nash.

I doubt JVR re-signs. Let a team over pay now and perhaps flip some of those assets for what they really need - a top pairing defenseman. They could fetch a kings ransom from the right buyer, and they move Kapanen up, reinsert Martin or call up Johnsson. 

Rick Nash to B's. 

In exchange for Nash, the Rangers receive a first-round pick in this year's draft, defensive prospect Ryan Lindgren, forwards Ryan Spooner and Matt Beleskey, and a seventh-round pick in 2019.

if the Rags can get a return like this for Nash, imagine what the Leafs might get for JVR..... SELL HIGH!

Haven't been to this show in many years. Can one find some good deals there? I'm in the market for a new reel.

I'll roll with this set up for the season and see how I feel about it in the off-season. Working in an auto shop, I should have access to all of the tools and materials I might need for upgrading to a 24v set up, and it would give me a project to keep busy after hours. I see that iLink is not compatible with the Helix5 i've got, and i'm not sure about the internal sonar in the trolling motor. For anyone with a Alumacraft, did you receive mounting brackets for your alumatrac system? Just wondering if they should come standard, or if they are extra?

On 1/25/2018 at 8:28 PM, jjcanoe said:

rear ratcheting tie downs. 

Anything special about those other than their shorter length, or are they the same as any other ratchet strap?

On 1/24/2018 at 9:15 AM, Dara said:

 

Do get an onboard charger though

How does the onboard charger work anyhow?  It draws excess juice from the outboard's alternator and keeps the battery for troller, finder & accessories topped off? With my old boat, I would just throw a trickle charge on it when in my drive way while not in use. Is there much involved in setting one up?

Went up to iPilot version of the same 55 lb TM.  Got Navioncs bundled in with the finder, trailer guides and a couple other little things, including 3 Alumatrac attachments. Question; what to do for Rod holders? Who makes the best? Seems a lot of folks like the Folbies?  This particular dealer didn't seem to know what they were, but had some options available to them - Cannon, attwood, Ram, Scotty... And maybe a couple others I can't recall.

Headed down to the dealer today. Will see if I can get them to add in some more goodies. Thanks for all of the feedback!!

http://www.alumacraft.com/Alumacraft-Boat.php?id=275

1 hour ago, kickingfrog said:

Nice, but the next 3-4 months are gonna go by slooooow now.

Sure are... and I likely won't sleep a wink that night before the maiden voyage

9 minutes ago, Rizzo said:

awesome congrats! I also bought an alumacraft a couple of years ago. Wasn't as sexy looking as some of the other boats I was considering, but seemed to be of a better construction.  Mine has been great hope you find yours the same

That was my exact thought. Sure, the Starcraft might have fancier looking paint and lettering but the thickness and double plated hull was hard to pass on. I'll see about switching now. I'll take delivery in April.

The Leafs will hopefully clean up their defensive game when Zaitsev comes back. Really hoping Reilly isn't out for too long.

The wife and I had looked at a few boats last year the tail end of summer and into fall. Looked at the Lund Fury, Crestliner Discovery, and an Alumacraft Escape. Of the 3, I liked the Alumacraft. Attending the Toronto boat show last week threw a slight monkey wrench as she really liked the Starcraft Stealth. We let two dealers fight it out a bit and as it turned out, we were able to get into an Alumacraft Classic for the price of the Escape.

It comes equipped with the 50 Yamaha (tiller), 55 minn kota, and I had them upgrade the finder to the helix5 with down / side imaging with GPS. What i'm wondering is, what is involved in switching  12- 24v plug in up front? We primarily fish smaller to medium sized lakes. Am I right in assuming features such as iPilot are exclusive to the 24v applications?

Funny, I saw that on Kijiji the other morning. At 950 bucks it seemed it may be a steal.

Should be able to find a good Daiwa reelnin the $200 range. I've got a Lexa I've been using for a few years now and it's been great.

Is that the Alumacraft Escape? How do you like it?

I know a guy. Call 705-657-2300 during the day. Ask for Rod.

They're the cheapest truck for a reason. Anything Chrysler is garbage. Spend more, get a Tundra.