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Nice effort JWL. I think on a day like that you'd have to pull me out by my tail as well! Feels good eh? Getting out and doing good is like killing two birds with one stone. Great photos too. Jim

Maybe not. But what they do make is an indicator that someone cared enough to get the piece of paper or the diploma. In other words they did what it took to do the job right and get the credentials. Our tech wing at school is filled with kids that think that they will work a trade so that means they don't have to apply themselves anywhere else (like English, science, or math). Meanwhile the best kids in tech class are the kids who hand in a great project whether it is a book case or a DNA model for science class. They care enough to take pride in what they do and do a good job (and learn). You want to find tomorrows best tradesmen, look in the academic wing. Jim

I'm like the guy holding the camera. I laughed a lot at that. Thanks. Jim

Not to thread jump here, but how can you tell what a "similar quality" is? I have always gone by price, that is to say that someone's $140.00 rod is the same (more or less) as someone else's $140.00 rod. No? If you have an inside track or a pedigree of some kind, I'd love more info like this. Jim

I just wanted to jump in here and say that Mike's last two posts regarding his education were nothing short of inspirational for the replies that they generated. You guys are awesome. Jim

Nice effort and great report! Thanks. Jim

...but are you really happy?

I love that stuff. Do I detect a Mitchell 300 (first picture, reel on the left)? I still have one. Jim

Congratulations!! Clean living pays off again! You must be a good guy for someone to give you a boat. Enjoy Jim

Hi all, We went to the boat show yesterday and had a great time. I am happy to report that the show was more or less the same as last year (I was worried that it might be too pricey for some vendors/manufacturers to make the trip). My brother-in-law found two-for-one coupons at Home Hardware so the going in price was $7.50. I was looking for an auto inflate vest (Mustang 3053) and the prices at the various dealers ranged from $249.00 to $199.00. So as usual you have to shop around. Like Dan reported on the other thread, my boat was listed at about $5000.00 more than I paid last year. And the only change in the boat was that they added a horn. Which means either Crestliner thought this is not the time for expensive tooling changes, or, why mess with perfection? I prefer to think of it as being the latter. The highlight of the show for me though was talking to Charlie Wray. I was just looking at a new Crestliner when Charlie walks up and says "Do you have any questions about the boat?" I was like "wow man!" and we just gabbed about fishing and boating for the next half hour or so (fortunately it was early and not yet busy). I have had lots of brushes with celebrity in the past, but this was my first time talking fishing with a pro and it was a thrill. Charlie had helped me out with some email questions when I was looking for my boat last year and we share the same dealer, so we had lots to talk about. It is the day after and I am still jacked about it; What a great guy. Any how, be sure to check you local HH for those coupons. Jim

Yet another show I will never watch again.

Yes, loads of them usually.

Me, my nephew, and at least two B-in-L's will be there bright and early Saturday morning (10:00 ish). I'll be the good looking one in the OFC hat and no underwear. There are some great speakers booked to appear on Saturday as well. Jim

Holly doodle!! No wonder I can't afford their rods. I will have to wait until they become G-Singh so I can have a crack at one. Thanks for the post. Jim

Wishing your daughter all the best. Our thoughts are with you all. Jim

It sounds like he left you with many wonderful memories to cherish. I am sorry for your loss. Jim

Perhaps you could make both GCD and Tybo happy by changing the lube in the reel and the lube in your hair

Thanks guys, for the definitions! So, just so I have this straight, If someone wanted to refresh a subject and bring it to the top of the thread list they would reply with "BUMP"? Also (while everyone is in such an accommodating mood) why is Scugog known as the BOG? Thanks in advance, Jim

Wait a tic, you don't get off that easy....DUH! No I'm just kidding. What I want to know is what does it mean when someone says "BUMP"? Jim

Fantastic! I loved those pictures. And you are a lucky man for being a part of a legacy like that. Thanks for taking the time to post. Jim

What a fantastic report! Sorry to hear about your Aunt Jacques. Jim

Terrific news! Thanks for sharing and give my best to your wife. Jim

I'll likely go to all three. They are just about perfectly spaced to help me maintain sanity until the boat comes out again.

Parking is free?? What have I missed? Jim

Thanks for the info G, I only used the tape as I read (here somewhere) that Fireline slips on the spool, regardless of the knot used. At least that's what I thought was meant. Perhaps white hockey tape? The thought of going mono to the spool, then Fireline, then to a flouro leader sounds a bit like a boy scout's nightmare. Sometimes I long for the days when you just bought a spool of whatever was on sale and threw it on the reel and used it until it balled up so bad it was easier to start again than to untangle it. Too many choices makes my head hurt. Jim