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I've got a Quantum Tour Edition PT in the 6.3:1, I don't have the blazing fast reel. This I can tell you, it is a fantastic reel. I liked it better then the other options in that price range. You can also get some cash back on them now from Quantum that makes it even better. It's the smoothest low profile baitcaster you will ever put in your hand.

I've heard stories of some big muskie in Moira lake as well as quite a bit of pike and walleye. Any truth to this?? I've got a buddy with a trailer there and an open invite to go this summer.

LEW, is that a smile??? You mean when you were a kid, you smiled, I find that hard to believe!!! LOL

I have a Gerber Multi Tool that I bought 15 years ago that goes wherever I do and for camping etc.... I have a CUTCO hunting knife that I bought 20 years ago that is fantastic. Also, my CUTCO Fisherman's Solution fishing knife accompanies me whenever I wet a line, it too is 20 years old and is very good.

Wow, I'm weighing in on this one kinda late. I am a financial advisor and here's my take:

If you have $50k to buy a property in the next couple of years, stick to liquid (ie. cash) investments, don't buy equity mutual funds, those are for long term investing (5+ years). Things to look at are GICs, Money Market Funds, Bonds and the like. You MAY NOT make as much money but at least you will have the full amount with some interest. If you invest in stocks or equity funds, you are gambling, I can tell you horror stories of people who thought they can make a few extra bucks and ended up getting crucified.

No one has mentioned buying a small home and renting out a room or the basement to help offset the costs (nothing wrong with having someone pay your mortgage for you).

Another thing to remember is that real estate values are really high, if you are buying a home to live in, it's your home, not strictly an investment, if you own it for 20 years, you will most probably make money on it. A cottage that you will probably sell in a few years to make a down payment on a home, you stand to lose a significant amount of money if real estate corrects. Vacation properties get beaten up much more then residential properties - Remember that point.

Remember that a second property is subject to Capital Gains taxes, you can't move in for a year and call it a principal residence. You have to have it appraised before moving in to establish your Adjusted Cost Base on the place. Any monies made BEFORE moving in have to be taxed when you eventually sell it.

The point regarding a trailer is great. Why not, for a few thousand, you can pick up a trailer and for a couple of grand a year, you've got a place to go every weekend and fish.

LEXX, I'm with you, cash in my 20's, lots of fun, lots of time, now 2 kids, a wife, a home and no time to kill with a growing 'Honey-Do' list.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Jack. I hope you have a speedy recovery!!

N I C E ! ! ! !

That's my dream boat!! Your family will enjoy that baby for many many years. She's the Cadillac of boats!

Use it in good health and may you catch many fish in her.

They do it because we buy stuff there. The website is cheaper but fishing purchases are a lot like golf purchases, done on impulse. You see it, you touch it, you feel it, you like it & then you buy it. Off the web, it's more of a planned purchase, you do your homework, find the best price and pull the trigger.

How things have changed!!! Great read and a fantastic tribute to your dad. He's up there somewhere smiling down on you.

Lew, go see Brian at JB's, he's a bigtime wally troller although last year he saw the light and started hunting 'skis and had a blast with his son on the Larry.

I thought it looked familiar, I've passed it a few times on the way to LOTW to visit the out-laws. I have a buddy that has a cabin up there and I wonder if this affected his place.

I hope they have a speedy recovery. Jeez, how much can happen to one family???

My brother has a 5 year old Sony dust collector. He can't get either the tube or the bulb for it, Sony doesn't make a replacement. So he's out 4 and a half grand. I'm happy with my 12 year old Panasonic 27 incher, I turn it on and it works fine.

I hope everyone has a safe, happy, & healthy New Year!!!

I was just out of diapers and still remember my first Christmas gift from my parents, a big red plastic firetruck that I played with for eons.

Hey, it's not just me that's a Christmas baby!!!

Happy b-day bud!! I've got 5 years on ya!! I'll be 37 tomorrow and let me tell ya, it does only get worse!!! RLOL

All the best everyone!!

Merry Christmas to All!!

I hope Santa brings everyone the fishing gear that you have been wishing for!!

Happy B-Day Bud!!!

You don't act a day over 12!!! (don't ever stop, boys will be boys)

I'm not sure if they can put a starter in a machine that does not already have one. That said, the ChainSaw Clinic on Weston Road just south of the 401 is a good place to go. They are very helpful and should be able to take care of you.

Congrats!! Maybe you'll learn a few things that'll help you catch a nice fat 50+ Incher!!!

Witch Bay??? That the Witch Bay on LOTW????

Fantastic report!!!! I just got back into fishing a couple of years ago and have the itch big time but with two little ones in the house, it's tough to get away to do some serious fishing. Give me a few more years and it'll be a different story.

After a few scotches, you could give someone paint thinner to drink and they'd never know the difference. Seriously though, Glenfiddich used to be a nice single malt before they got all commercialized, now it's only average. Lagavulin, Glenmorangie, Glenlivet are nice. It all depends on how much you want to spend and whether or not it will be truly appreciated.

I have a buddy who thought he knew all about Cognac, I was giving him Remy VS (nice but average) and had him convinced he was drinking XO (real nice and expensive). It takes a lot of time to refine your tastebuds to be able to notice the subtle nuances between liquors and wines.

Have fun though, it's a blast to try different liquors. We used to hit the Niagara region and hit a dozen wineries or so for tastings, after the last one, I felt bad for the designated driver for the day because we'd all be pretty pickled.

I'd go for an 8hp Toro. I have a hand me down 5hp Toro that my dad gave me that's about 17 years old and has never had a problem (knock on wood). 8hp is perfect for a city driveway, it's powerful enough and not too big. You'll spend the dough up front but it will last for years (probably only 50 bucks/year of ownership).

We had some LOTW walleye fillets last week that were to die for. At least my in-laws are good for something............LOL!!!!

Don't give anyone knocking on your door any sort of information whatsoever. Let them give you whatever propaganda they have and look it over. DON'T SIGN ANYTHING!!!!

These guys engage in unethical behaviour all of the time. Caveat Emptor!!! (let the buyer beware).