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I have to check with Lowrance, but I believe it was extended to the end of May. Bass Pro is still advertising it anyway...gonna ask them too before I do anything.

Ya..the LSS-1 is still available. Lowrance is offering a $300 rebate if you buy a second generation HDS and the LSS-1 together. In terms of size of the HDS...I would like a bigger unit. But for the life of me, I can't see where I could mount it on the boat. The 5 will probably just fit. So I will probably start with the 5, and then as you suggest move it up to the trolling motor, once I figure out the cockpit layout.

So...looks like I just bought a new boat (2008 Smokercraft 182 Pro Mag) and I am already thinking of upgrades. The unit currently installed on the boat is strictly depth sounder/fish finder - Lowrance X-125. Based on the space available it looks like I can fit a Lowrance HDS-5...and they are selling them with a LSS-1 for side scanning. The package looks pretty decent actually. First - Anyone use these 2 units together? Thoughts comments? Second - How difficult are they to install? I am thinking the HDS-5 should just connect...from what I can tell, it uses the same transducer, etc. The GPS antenna will just mount on the dash..and that is pretty much done. But not sure about the LSS-1 unit. I also want to be able to put another unit up by the trolling motor (not this year) so want to make sure I leave my upgrade options open. Thanks in advance (will post pictures of the boat once it is really mine...hahahahahaha).

Thanks for the report. Would you recommend it over the fly in to Nakina, or is it about the same? That other lake sounds interesting...(the one not fished).

I had it happen when selling a used car on Autotrader. The guy wanted the car really bad, but unfortunately being an Oceanographer, was currently out at sea for 2 months. But not too worry...he had an agent ready to buy the car, sight unseen. (It was strange however to see an email from someone who I would expect to be highly educated...filled with so many spelling errors...guess they didn't know how to use spell check... ) If I understand correctly the scheme works this way: 1)The "agent" comes to buy the vehicle, but has a money order (or some other form of cheque that looks real) for more than the asking price. 2)Asks you to cash it, which the bank will do in most cases, as the money order is often legit. 3)They take car and the "extra" cash. Bank contacts you later to advise the account the order was drawn on is either in overdraft/closed/or the order was reported stolen. Of course..guess who is on the hook. They can do the same thing with Paypal. The Variation there -> they use a Credit Card to make the payment via Paypal. Once everything has transferred, the purchaser calls the credit card company, and advises their card has been stolen. Credit Card company won't transfer to Paypal. You end up having to register a dispute, which can take years to clear. As far as reporting it...have not found any place. Best is what you have already done...word of mouth, so that sellers can be aware.

I have a spinning reel setup. Bought it at Bass Pro shop. It is a MH rod (BPS rod), with a BPS spinning reel. Wide mouth spool, so it holds lots of line, and casts extra long (really...really....really long). Had 60 pound Power Pro Braided on it, but have since taken it down to 30 pound. Caught a 47 inch Muskie with it on Balsam Lake, with zero issues. Fish was in the boat in about 10 minutes (had to let it run a couple of times). At no point did the rod give any indication it could not handle the fish. The only downside of the combo is the lures. Before purchasing a MH or H spinning rod, verify how large of lure (weight size) it can handle. A baitcaster can definitely handle lures that are much heavier. Not a big deal when trolling...but I broke a spinning rod casting with a lure that was too heavy for it. But...at somepoint...I will start experimenting with a baitcaster....as was mentioned in a previous post...to add another tool to the box.

My other passion (other than fishing) is golf. Went on a trip to Myrtle with some guys that were advid golfers (as in 36 holes a day). Anyway we went to a Par 3 course after golfing all day. I did not want to go, and shot probably the worst round in par 3 history. Name of the course - Tupelo Bay. After that -> I was called Tupelo or Tupe and it stuck.

I've been having similar issues. Not just the plastic lip coming out, but snapping off during a cast. This past week I decided to give Live Target lures a try instead. I have to say that the quality on Live Target seems to be much better than Rapala. Granted, I only used it for a week (before I lost it...my fault..not the lure) but the general feel/colouring the lure was excellent.

I caught a bigger one up in Attawapiskat. Doug and I did not weigh it, but think it was 22 inches, and had a pretty good belly. What really impressed me about this one (Redstone) was the colouring. The picture does not do it justice...it was a really nice/healthy looking fish.

I had seen a few posts RE: Redstone and Little Redstone. These mostly related to trout fishing, but from past experience, I knew there were small mouth, which I prefer to fish for. Anyway, was not disappointed. Caught several Small Mouth (and lost several Small Mouth, due to lack of a net). Pretty sure I had 4 pounder on, and at least saw it...but lost it (I know, I know...fish story). Finally caught a landed a nice 3 pound smallie on the last day (Picture not the best...self portrait ): However the reason for the surprise in the title. Searching for the species on this lake was difficult to say the least. All I could really find is Lake Trout, different kinds of pan fish, and SM. On Thursday Night was out fishing, about 100 feet from the dock, when I had a rather larger than expected hit. It was enough to take out the drag, and my immediate thought.....wow...a large Smallie. Since we did not have a net, had my fishing partner (and Brother in law) prepped to grab it as I brought it beside the boat. For some reason though...he didn't want to once he saw it: Came it at about 3 pounds. The really funny thing is I caught all my really good fish, in pretty much the same spot. About 100 feet off shore, by the cottage next door's swimming platform. To this list, I also caught a nice brook trout...unfortunately did not have the camera. Best cottage/fishing ever. Considering that it is usually cottaging first...and if I feel like it...fishing second. One question. I am wondering if I should let MNR know about the Walleye, as I don't think they have them listed as a species native to either Redstone lake (Hence my surprise).

Hi Dan, Yes..I have a map for Redstone from there...just not for little Redstone. The one that is listed on the site, does not match the layout of the lake.

Hi Everyone, Wondering if anyone has a fishing map/topographic map for Little Redstone Lake in Haliburton? I will be heading up there this weekend. I did get into some SM Bass up there last year, but nothing huge. Would like to have a little more information on the lake, etc. I bought myself a portable Fish Finder/Sounder, so should at least be able to find some drop offs, etc. Any suggestions on this lake, or on Redstone itself would be great.

Hi Everyone, Looking to purchase a portable fish finder for a smaller boat. It is the family boat, and as such, does not make sense for me to "wire" it for a more complex model. I was thinking of the Eagle FishEasy 245 DS Portable. Anyone had any experience with it, or recommendations for another product? It does not have to be very complex, as it won't be used on a regular basis...perhaps 2 or 3 times a year. Not needed for Ice Fishing either. I would like depth, structure/weeds, water temperature, and fish finding capabilities (though if that last item is too annoying, not necessary). Thanks in advance.