SlowPoke

It's an inside joke...you had to be there.

I think this is the guy that is so good... he collects his guiding fees, leaves his clients on the dock, fishes all day and then tells them the stories when he gets back.

Hi Lew, I have an Astro as well. I have not had any cruise control problems on mine but I would suggest pulling back on the brake pedel with your toe. The brake switch that disengages the cruise might be a little touchy. To the best of my knowledge, the cruise is not linked with the wipers and vacuum line problems on these vans are limited to the heater control line running over top of the engine and disintigrating over time. I'm betting on the brake switch or the signal stalk. -Brian

LONDON SWILL - Saturday Dec. 1 2007 - 7PM - FINAL SCORE Final Score Bar & Grill 850 Wharncliffe Road South 519 686-7500 Click for map Terry has offered us half price wings and a discount on draught pitchers in anticipation of 20 people attending. Leafs vs. Penguins on the tube! Spouses welcome!

At this point I would say my boat is worth about the same as each of my vehicles. The tie breaker would be whichever one has a full tank of gas. The sad part of all of this is that my rods and tackle are worth more than my boat and either of my vehicles. -Brian

You didn't answer my pm! I offered you a muskie outting and laminate or hardwood job. You missed out on the muskie run but my floors still suck. Get in touch with me. -Brian

You get used to the rain??? You need dang windshild wipers for your camara lens!

I live in London Ontario, transferred here from Toronto. When I first moved here I didn't know anybody and fishing seemed so far away so I sold my boat. Having been here for 12 years I've come to appreciate London much more for its ammenities and have found it to be a nice place to live. The downside, it's an hour and a half in any direction to find great fishing. The upside, it's an hour and a half in any direction to find great fishing. I was spoiled having Lake Ontario salmon in my backyard when I lived in Oakville but living in London has opened the door to so many fishing opportunities An hour and a half gets you to... Lake Erie from many ports to follow the bows and eyes as the season progresses. Early season salmon on Lake Ontario's south shore and later around to the north shore. The Blue Water region in Sarnia, southern Lake Huron and St. Clair River. Lake St. Clair for perch, muskie and bass. Long Point Bay for perch, pike and bass. Lots of river systems for shore angling... the Maitland, Grand, Thames etc. Great tackle shop in town - Lambeth Rod and Tackle. Don't tell Steve I sent you, he'll make fun of you. Hully Gully - "The ultimate Toy Store"- boats, sleds and bikes. Heritage Marine - Boat repairs and storage. London has terrific health care facilities. All the typical urban shopping attractions. A popular concert stopover for many big acts coming to the John Labatt Centre. OHL Hockey and NHL Exhibition games. Proximity to four international airports within 2 hours in Toronto, Detroit and Buffalo and our own London International Airport. Very reasonable property values (same as paying rent on comparable listings) Reasonable property taxes. Lots of professional, industreal, retail and service oriented opportunities. Western University, Fanshaw Collage It has a small town feel with all the big city ammenities. -Brian

The boat registration/ownership papers.

I think Wayne is referring to the boat license, not the operators card.

Great report and beauty conditions! You can't bank on putting a muskie in the cooler every trip! ;) -Brian

A few folks have been mentioning "isn't it time for another London swill?" I have to agree. My yearning for a brontasauras burger may be affecting my judgement however. Is it time for another swill or should we wait for 2008 and arrange something while the London Fishing Show is in town Feb 22-24 2008? http://www.boatcottagefishingshow.com/main.htm

Hooked up with Don (Deg) today for breakfast in London. I just happened to have my boat/gear with me and Don just happened to have his gear with him so we went for a drive. Before we know it, we're floating around washing lures. It was a slow start for everyone around us and I don't think we saw the first fish caught until 9ish. After that it was fairly steady. We had no luck until Don put on one of "bricknblocks" inlines and the reel started to sing. It wasn't a big fish but it started with "M" and rhymed with husky. A fairly short tussle and it was in the net. A bit of a belly on this one I would estimate around 36" and it was certainly fiesty in the net at boatside. Don removed the hook but the lure was still tangled in the net when the fish tried to make a break for it. It was half out of the net and Don let it go so it didn't carve itself up on the lure. Sorry, no pictures of Don's first muskie but we felt better knowing it swam away clean and healthy. It wasn't too long afterwards that we would get the kodak moment. Don's rod begins to sing and this one felt a lot better. A good fighter but we didn't know how big until it was near the boat. Tease.... Into the net and a smile for the camara A very healthy looking 45"er! A great day on the water with Don, outstanding weather and a heck of a lot more fun than yardwork! We'll do it again Don, I have to even the score! -Brian

Lew, I'm 38 and saving my eyebrows for a comb-over. Quit your whining! -Brian

I thought the last picture was the runner-up prize Good job putting this together Shawn, watch your back lifting this thing! -Brian

Milk it bud! Soak up the attention! Try to remember to wince and moan when others are looking but don't make it too obvious. Good luck today Shawn!! -Brian

Well done Pete, Congratulations! -Brian

Good job boys!

Way to go Moe! I saw the ad for that boat and thought it looked like a heck of a good deal. Tell us what you need for the boat and maybe we can help you get set up. I have an old fishfinder, yours for the taking. -Brian

Great report Spiel, they'll probably be yanking you outta bed next time! -Brian

You did spoil yourself! I never thought of using a baitcaster for a float rod until I saw a used combo for sale. The one for sale was on a twist rod. Are you going to make a twist rod for your setup? -Brian

You missed a spot.

First one listed... Cabela's Props

I will add this as it pertains to cars... if you carry copies of your registration, make sure you have both sides of the document. Your permit sticker is on the back of your registration. The only document you can not use a photocopy for is your insurance pink slip. You must have the original on hand. -Brian

Well, it was a good chat until Bill's mom showed up and things got out of hand. Then Roy deleted the thread. You guys should have been there.... -Brian