Gravyboat

You can put dual tanks in that boat if it worries you.  Or, bump up to the 1650 Rebel XL. 5" wider beam and internal tank. 

Other than posting the info, what is the OFAH doing about it? Seems they're more concerned about selling draw tickets.

If this was the first lock down, I wouldn't be overly upset, but we're in year two of this.  Marinas and launches are closed (yet again) until May 20th. But that's the day before the 2-4 weekend starts. So guess what's coming? You guessed it, another lock down. It never ends. 

Walmart and SuperStore were packed, international flights in and out, but that's ok.  Boating and fishing are the main super spreader of Covid don't you know? 

Texas is down to under 2000 infections per day. Population of 29 million with a greater population density than Ontario. No mask mandate, and everything is open.  Their politicians actually got the vaccine rollout going properly. 

4 minutes ago, Loonietoon said:

Try Bill's Bait & Tackle in Hamilton on Upper James

Forgot about that place! Just had a look. They have a good deal going on Shimano SLX rods..... Wish I saw that two days ago. 

Ontario - Fishing world, Grimsby Tackle, Natural Sports, Canadiantacklestore.com, Ramakko's. I've ordered from these. 

pokeystackle.ca in Sask. Ordered some mounts and humminbird wires there. 

Cabelas when on sale and Sail.ca because they actually have stock of things I want. 

I ordered tungsten punching weights from a supplier in China. No way I'm paying Canadian retail prices for those.  And a few things from the US that I can't find here. 

On 3/9/2021 at 6:35 AM, Hack_Fisherman said:

Thanks, I do just that every winter. I bought the noco multi bank onboard charger. Hope that works as well. I use group 27 also, prob same ct batt. It’s 3 or 4 years old and not as good as it used to be. Might go group 31’s if I can fit them where I want them. 

If going up to 31s, make sure they have good enough amp/hour and reserve capacity to justify the upgrade. I've seen group 31 marine batteries with less juice capacity than the 27s I have. 

On 3/8/2021 at 11:59 AM, 410001661 said:

I think you have started out a tad late.  This has been going on for over a year now.  Fishing & hunting gear, ammo, bicycles, boats & boating accessories, & athletic equipment are in short order and this is driving up prices.   

I am in the process of outfitting a new boat and have been buying up rods/reels, fishing tackle and boat accessories all winter because I had zero confidence that these items will be available come spring.  Some items I needed to order out of the US or on Amazon because I could not find it in Canada.  My first stop was Fishing World and/or Grimsby Tackle, then amazon, then I'm looking on-line (Canada or USA).  Not one item purchased from BPS or Cabelas.

- O'Brian Water Skis, Minnkota iPilot kit for trolling motor, 2 trolling rods and counter reels, planer boards, Navionics + card, snap weights, over $200 in lures and tackle, boat storage cover, rod holders (x4), new life jackets (x3), & a bow mounted fish finder.   

Same. I looked at new boats just after Christmas. I was lucky enough to find a brand new 2019 Lund that a dealer still had in stock.  Since then I've bought many of the things you listed because I had no confidence I'd be able to find them come spring. 

On the plus side, I discovered a few great fishing shops across Canada that I didn't know existed (and offer free shipping). 

Sounds like a Ford/Chev/Dodge debate. Lol. 

Like you, I'm trying to beat the rush. I bought a bunch of stuff from Angling Outfitters, Cabela's, Sail, Fishing World and Canadian Tire already. Canadian Tire actually had a certain soft bait I couldn't find anywhere else. I picked up all sorts of flipping and EWG hooks, lines, and baits. Had to order tungsten flipping weights from China (way cheaper anyways). 

Not sure where you live, but Great Northern Battery (Hamilton and Toronto) is worth a look. I picked up two type 27 US Battery brand (they sell all kinds of brands) from them. Lots of power for the size. 105 amp/hour and 205 reserve capacity for $184 ea (no core charge, must have been in the price). They'll have a good cranking battery too I'm sure. https://www.gnbsystems.com/

2 hours ago, AKRISONER said:

I’m gonna recommend the bigger thrust gravy. The 55’s are great for tinners and 16 foot single consoles but a full console Lund will leave you wishing you had the 80lber when the wind blows.

This boat is a side console. But I'll look into the higher thrust 24v models. Thanks! 

4 hours ago, Sinker said:

Is that enough power for your boat? 

 

3 hours ago, AKRISONER said:

what kind of boat are you putting that on Gravy?

It's a 2020 Lund Rebel 1650 XL SS. 

1 hour ago, AKRISONER said:

I’m going to agree with splurge and get a terrova v2 one of minkottas more reliable motors. The v1’s not so much...the powerdrive v2’s also not so much. 

I could swing this one. Seems to have everything I'll need. Doesn't say V2 though. 

https://www.cabelas.ca/product/93694/minn-kota-terrova-55-bow-mount-trolling-motor-with-i-pilot

Well that's what I was pretty much thinking. Would have to stop casting to work the remote. The i-pilot i want simply for spot lock. 

I'm looking at some bow trolling motors and I see they have a Power Drive with remote and i-pilot. The one with a foot pedal is about $500 more. 

I have a Humminbird Helix 7 and plan to use the i-pilot feature with motor.  I'm wondering if I will miss having a foot pedal or if the hand held remote would be fine. Anyone have good/bad experience using the remote? 

I have a 2015 Lund SSV16 with a 30Etec. I bought it new in 2016 for $11,200.  I see those boats now are around $14-16k new with 30-40hp. 

I got a new boat coming and could probably sell the SSV for 10k.  The Lund dealer told me he's trying to order new Lunds in but they won't arrive until July. 

So.... why was the guys dog loose and on the other property?

I hear ya Grimace. It gets under your skin, but after a while, you'll learn to ignore it and do you own thing. You don't have to drink the Koolaid so to speak.

Same thing going on with hunting. Mostly in the States so far, but if you want a laugh, check out Avery hunting forums. You'll see how the "Black goose down killin' crew" dropped 50 geese with nothing but thier trusty Super Black Eagle 2 and Black Cloud ammo, called them in to GHG fully flocked full body decoys (a mear $600 per doz.) with $150 Zink goose calls, and shot from inside Avery ground blinds..... LOL! 90% of that forum is a sales pitch.

Point is, you seem like a guy that knows bull when you see/hear it, so don't sweat it.

Just cuious how many hunters are on the board. I fish, but not as much as I use to. I find myself hunting much more and sometimes prefer to shoot clays on summer days rather than fish. Hunting is not an easy activity to get started in, so I'll assume there's going to be more fisherman (oh... that and because this is a fishing forum )

Best take a drive and check it out.

Nice fish!

LINE

jigs

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Its early walleye season, read between the lines. Good effort though on a day the dreamers stayed home.

I know of a few guys who did pretty decent on the Rio Grande for eyes today, but I think it was hit or miss for a lot of people.

The band waggon has arrived.

For some reason, when you get items shipped USPS, you only have like a 10% chance of getting dinged. Through e-bay and other US retailers, I've only had to pay duty/taxes maybe 3 times, and I've bought quite a bit.

UPS is a different story. To warn those who do not already know..... ALWAYS ASK WHO THEY SHIP WITH. If UPS, ask if they will ship USPS. If not, keep walking. UPS will ding you for duty, taxes, brokerage fee.... and a brokerage fee tax. Its insane.

I know you guys don't like LeBaron, but there is an advantage to buying online from them (for me anyways). They ship from Quebec, so you don't get charged PST if you live outside of Quebec. The savings of the PST basically pays your shipping. So I can buy stuff from my computer chair without paying the gas to drive at least an hour to get to a (good) tackle store.

Unfortunately there is no intelligence requirement to get a fishing license. Like a "You must be this smart to fish" sign or something.

I would support a requirement that you need to pass a test or something to get a license. Heck, hunters have to do it.

i was shocked because

everyone here says there is no point to go anymore.

Really puts things into perspective doesn't it?

Anyways, a) If you could see them, they could see you. They may have just finished spawing and are in recovery mode. c) get a book(s) on steelheading and read read read.

For now, go out and fish. The internet is over rated.