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  1. 8 minutes ago, smitty55 said:

    Boca may be the more expensive but they are also the best and will pay for themselves in the long run over cheaper ones. With the cost of reels these days it's worth it. I worked on a lot of aircraft fan assemblies and there was one in particular that needed to be overhauled after 100 hours. Well someone in purchasing decided to buy a cheap version of the same bearing and those motors started coming in to the shop with failures after 50-60 hours. So I went to my boss and he made sure that purchasing went back to the much more expensive bearings and there were no more issues with failed bearings. You'll never regret buying a quality product in the long run.

    I used Boca for my Zillion, ABEC-5, and it is considerably improved.  Should of got the 7's but oh well.  Yeah I was just thinking of upgrading bearings on less expensive reels.  But your point is well taken for sure.  Especially in your line of work!  Thanks.

  2. Hey, was curious if anyone knows of any alternatives to Boca Bearings?  If anyone has looked into them, they know they are good but also very expensive.  So I am hoping someone knows of a cheaper brand, but still holds up to quality.  I did order some ABEC-7 Hybrid ball bearings from AliExpress.  Will see how they perform.  

  3. That is extremely sad news to hear! Even though I did not personally know Joey, I did have to privilege to fish with her a couple times in at Lakair years back. She seemed like an awesome lady and just loved to fish! So sorry for the sad news. My condolences to you and her family.

  4. Already thinking of soft water fishing. I keep seeing video's of guys using the Megabasss Vision 110's and catching lots of fish with them. Given the price point of these lures I was looking at picking one or two Megabass Vision 110's. For experienced users of this jerkbait, what top 2 colours would you recommend for the Kawartha area?

     

    As well, noticed the Rick Clunn Luck E strike STX jerkbaits have a very similar profile. Any comparison between the two?

     

    Thanks

  5. My brother is looking at getting a kicker for his 2013 Legend, 20' with a 150 on it. He is torn between a pro kicker and a regular 9.9 motor. I would think a regular 9.9 would do, however, I am sure there is a reason why they make a motor that is strictly meant as a kicker. Any advice for one or the other?

     

    Thanks

  6. Thanks Duke for the info, we just need starting points with basic tips which you provided. Gonna have to pick up some jets. This is an all new type of fishing than I am used to, but looking forward to it. Thanks again Duke.

  7. My brother has a slip at Port Dover Marina. I really haven't fished Lake Erie much in my life so I have no idea where to start? I am not looking for hotspots, just general area's, even depth's to look for.....Naturally we are targetting Walleye or Perch, either will do. He has a 2013 20' boat with a 150 on it, so we can make the rounds. Any general help with depths or locations and certain techniques would be helpful.

     

    Thanks

  8. Fishing butler is great ,bought about 6.No complaints.Hows the banjo minnow working for any guys that have used them?.

     

    Yeah, I have caught several Chinooks and browns on them in the Fall. Also caught several Largies with them too.

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