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Awesome, I really like it. Judging by the Rod and Reel I'd say he's been in that spot for 40 years or more!

Great to hear Dax, looking forward to hearing how things went. Phil

Started using Power pro 12 or 13 yrs ago when it was first brought up to Canada and we were part of the team. That was my first introduction to braid. I stuck with it for many years, then switched to Tuf-line. Since I have tried them all at one point or another. Really liked the P-line braid for a while and Spider Thread. Tried all the newer line as well except for Nanofil as of yet in open water. Couple years back I returned to Tuf-line. Very good quality, great variety and a great price point. Give it a shot one time.

Check out this new leader that may help you hook up with some of those finicky Lake O pike. Very new to the market, I sold out very fast, but have more on order and coming soon.coming soon. Small diameter and you can tie it directly to the hook. Pike guys out west bought it all up. http://www.tuf-line.com/products_Specialty-Lines_20.html http://www.etackle.ca/tuf-line-leader-10-15-20-50-lb-5yrd/

An older D & M 7' H blank and an original green curado. Has boated 90% of my largest bass and stil going strong.

The new Okuma Raw II reels were designed for salt water but have become very popular in Europe and the UK with Pike anglers. They are starting to catch on here too. The 65 & 80 size may be what you are looking for. Have an eye - Okuma Raw II 65 & 80 Here is a small video about them - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Eb8d7iv4Go&feature=player_detailpage If you think they may be fakes using the Rapala name, let Normark Canada know. I am sure they would be happy to hear about it.

Awesome Joe!!! Fra jill lay My daughter made me a card that says, Happy Valentines Day Friend Dad. Cute, it's a keeper.

I actually "picked/suggested" my wedding day based on fishing/hunting seasons. There are a lot worse things to be obsessed with IMO, like golf.

I bought my present house private and off of Kijiji believe it or not. The Owner was thinking the same as you with lots of time to sell. He put it up, I bought it the next day and there was four others wanting to see it. Sure it depends on location/price etc. but this displays there are folks out there not afraid to buy private. I got an inspection, lawyer drew up the papers, done deal. Easy peasie and a great deal. I know when I sell, I will try private first for sure. I say go for it.

Well said Charles, hope to bump into you there.

I remember my dad watching it when I was really young. Pretty sure I recall something about a Moose Hoof ash tray, was there one?

When I think about the posts I remember from your Dad, the main thing I recall is how proud he was when he talked about his son and his job in the fishing dept. at Sail. There was no mistaking how proud he was. I know it hurts like heck right now, I lost my Dad too recently. I am a PM away anytime.

My condolences Alex and Family.

Well said Bruce.

Anders, you didn't mention this, but I think it is just as important or even moreso then getting the tickets. A realistic and goal oriented business plan.

Rookie, your supposed to clip them in the head with your mirror.

Very nice shots. Beautiful country. That sun is sure starting to feel like spring.

It has a thinner diameter, therefore it cuts and has less of a bow in the line. Follows the boat nicely. bounced bottom a few time with it last year, no problem.

Sahwheat!

Is this a machine you can "borrow" from work for a night?

I had a friend that would put a downrigger release on the line and snap it to zipper on his fly. I wish I was kidding.

Good Advice! We can go for a coffee too if you like. We're not far.

Boombap, below is my braid setups. 30lb braid for spinnerbaits, topwaters, and basically any other horizontal type baits where you are casting. However now I have gone back to 17lb mono or fluorocarbon when throwing the above. 50lb or 65lb braid is what I use for topwater frog fishing in heavy cover. 50lb for flipping and pitching 80lb for punching slop mats and dunking thick weedbeds. You didn't ask about spinning, but I go with straight 20lb, doesn't matter what I am throwing when I use braid. Backlashes are due to user error mostly. In time they slow down, but never go away. I still get them, especially when there is a camera boat around or some folks watching from shore Good Luck, Phil

I did a quick "Salus" search and came up with these posts. I am thinking I made the right choice! Awesome quality and they are Canadian. eTackle.ca now stocks Salus float suits. Just a heads up if you are still looking. Phil

That was a great read Drew. It also helped trigger alot of gret memories for me. Cheers.