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I tried the improved surgeons knot on Sunday for the first time. Seemed to hold up well..

I was thinking more for the spinning outfits.. I am happy with PP on my baitcaster. Would you use that Sunline FC (straight through) on a spinning setup fishing with a jig, tube, worm, live bait or drop shot?

I was at Basspro and the guy helping me (who seemed very knowledgeable otherwsie) discouraged me from spooling a whole reel with flouro. What's your go-to flouro for a whole spool of it, Akrisoner?

Banjo Minnow!!! "Trigger the genetic response!"

Would you say this applies to most fish species? And would you figure that they could show up where the little guys are now?

Interesting.. and water still quite warm after that last warm spell.. Might hit the same lake and same spots in a couple of weeks then.. thanks!

Hey folks, Hit the Kawarthas today with a good friend. Great day weather-wise and the fish were pretty cooperative but mostly small sized! We caught a a few dozen bass, but most under 12". Several were in the 14" range, and couple over 16" and one largemouth close to 3lbs. All fish except for the LM were smallies... had a small muskie follow too! So for the first time I used a drop shot rig and boy does that thing work well!! Often first cast in every new spot was a hit. Used mostly Roboworms and some minnow-like plastic that looked pretty natural. I also used a spy bait (the cheaper ones from bass pro not those crazy expensive Japanese ones! They work ok too.. Interesting bait. The fish hit the spy usually when it was paused. As for the drops shot, I was using 1/4 weight (all I had) but next time I will get some different sizes like 1/8. We targeted shoals, drop offs, weed lines and got in the weeds too. One thing I noticed is that the weeds are starting to look ragged.. in some cases lots of algae growth on them. I guess this is normal at the end of the summer?

I ended up getting the sunline heading out in a few hours. We hope to post a positive report! Hopefully Bass, pics and whatever else wants to bite!

Are you spooling whole reels with it or just for leader use?

Never tried the Sunline brand. Japanese correct? Any if you use straight flourocarbon? What applications would you use it for if so? What brand would you use for a full spool ?

Hey folks, need to get me some fresh leader material.. running low! What's your fav brand for 6lbs to 10lbs applications? I am referring to leader material only. Thanks

I'm hiding the visa bills from my wife. She has no idea how much I spent. It's basically all your faults! Stop it guys!!!

The tatula arrived next day. Amazing service from Peterborough tackle. the rod is so light. Feels great in the hands. Cannot wait to use it. thanks

So funny - as I sent the above message I got a call from Peterborough and they told me a guy literally walked in and bought the rod as I placed the order!! Maybe someone following this thread!! 😂 anyhow the guy convinced me to try the tatula for a few more bucks. Similar specs. I'm sure it's a good choice too

Just ordered the Mojo from Peterborough Tackle. $207 with taxes and shipping thanks guys

Would that St Croix Mojo "bass" rod serve me well as an all-around rod for multi species - pike, bass, walley, etc?

Great point...

I want to move up to M/H - waht do you think of the Daiwa Aird X line?

Hey guys, was out with my son and casted an x-rap while fishing for smallies and the rod tip (top 8" or so) just snapped! It's a Falcon rod (medium action, 1 pc 6'6"). Pretty disappointed as it's only about 1.5 years old. Anyhow, I am looking for a recommendation for a casting rod that would pair well with that reel. Budget is $90-$150. Should I go with a 1 pc or 2? 6.5' or 7'+? Thanks!

Wow!!!

So what exactly is a power handle?

I watched carefully.. It doesn't seem overly complicated... I do have a couple of other things I need to address on that trailer! I'll be back thanks guys!

I only snooze when I am in my deer stand! 🤣

I actually got a friend to help me... well, he did it! He's an electrician and insisted! He used the heat shrinkable connectors and staggered.. works great!

Are the Daiwa Lexas good for trolling, too?