DropShot'r

For finesse applications I prefer Gamakatsu Splitshot/Dropshot hooks and Gamakatsu Wide Gap Finesse hooks. I have heard good things about VMC Spin Shot hooks. For most finesse presentations I use the cylindrical weights. I purchased a Do-it mold and pour my own weights. Dropshotting isn't always about a finesse presentation. It is a bait delivery system that can be used anywhere. Drop

Dropshoting IS the real deal. Don't get caught up with dropshotting being only a finesse tactic, it is, but it is so much more as well. As long as you balance your tackle there really is no structure you can't dropshot, Have fun this year dropshotting. Drop

I plan on upgrading my depthfinder next year. For me DI is a must. I like the DI for locating structure and giving you a true picture of that structure and normal depthfinder for locating fish, with a split screen you have the best of two worlds. If the cash is there I'll have side scan too. Drop

I was planning to put on a Revo SX on the rod. Their slowest gearing was 6.4:1. Ed didn't have that particular reel in stock and suggested the Lews to me. The gear ratio was my fault. I should have asked, I didn't. I'm not that concerned about the gear ratio.....ignorance is bliss....LOL!!!

Thanks to everyone that made suggestions for my new crankbait rod. The winner is: Dobyns Champion 805CB RM with a Lews Super Duty. Yes Frank, Ed talked me into a Lews. Drop

Frank, I have read from several sources that the 805CB RM was designed by Randy to specifically fish deep divers. I have also read that the 804CB will handle deep divers but is more for shallow to medium divers. Specifically I will be throwing square-bills and medium divers and Lucky Craft wake-baits most times, although I plan on getting a 10XD to try out as well as a Flash Mob Jr. umbrella rig ( I will need to snip one wire off to be legal in Ontario) I will appreciate any of your thoughts on this matter. I will also run this by Ed before the purchase as well. Thanks, Steve

Savvy 705 Champion 734 Champion 736 Deciding between 804CB or 805CB RM Drop

I haven't been on Fish-Hawk for a while. I thought I'd try out this site and see how things go. Looking forward to seeing you on the water. Drop

I plan to replace my dropshot rod next season and it will be a Dobyns. Good luck with your choice. Drop

I purchased pair of Maui Jim Lagoon prescription sunglasses last year. My only regret is not doing it years ago. 50 dollar sunglasses are like 50 dollar fishing rods.....ignorance is bliss. Drop

So this is where forlorn Hawkers are hanging out now..... Star Tzar & Maverick.... It was a true pleasure to meat you at Ed's!!! Sorry to see the self-righteous got you voted off the island. . Love to spend a day on the water with you. I feel so bad for Rob trying to get Fish-Hawk back and up running. I wish him all the best in his effort Drop