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Can anybody tell me what year that motor would most likely be just from the decals and this picture? Thinking about buying this boat, not sure what year the motor is though..guessing 87 or 88 maybe?

Hey Rich, I've used something pretty similar on an old Sportspal with some success, From Canadian Tire, the Rubberized Rocker Guard. I sprayed 2 cans on all the exterior seams as I wasn't sure where it was leaking from. Did a good job, reduced the leaking considerably. Had I been able to concentrate the spray on the leaky spot itself or ambitious enough to do a coat on the inside as well I think it might have eliminated the leak entirely. Its about 8 or 9 bucks a big spray can (black or Sand). It dries kinda rubbery but non sticky. Resist the temptation to use the cheaper asphalt stuff as it stays sticky/messy for ages. I speak from experience about that stuff too.

Might want to try sending a PM or something. I always thought that seemed like a reasonable question too. Might keep an angler from fishing a waterbody thats got nothing but bass in it. I could see if its a small waterbody you might want to keep it secret. Then again, what do I know. Most guys are not even likely to tell you what lure they were using much less what lake they were fishing.

Right on. I gave it a go two years ago. Made possibly the smallest batch of Maple syrup ever produced from the two maple trees in my backyard. Think I ended up with around a 1/2 of a cup. It was so clear it made me uncertain if I was even using the right trees. The leaves in the spring confirmed I was right. It was fun, I should get out there. Maybe ramp up production to a full cup this year.

I bought this exact knife 2 days ago. Seems very nice. It's on sale at TSC for 29.99, regularly 39.99. Seems a very good value, I read a bunch of reviews and comparisons before I bought it; comes highly recomended. I think a fixed blade is probably the way to go in any case.

Good to see you back! Any chance of a Toronto Islands Pike report in the near future?

Obvious flaw in the story. There is now way that fish could possibly weigh 58 pounds. Everbody knows the tailgate ot a Toyota Tundra cannot support that kind of weight. Just kidding. Any chance to get Billybob riled up and I'll take it. I actually drive a Tundra too.

Are you using a rubber o-ring on those Senkos? Makes a big difference as far as durability goes; sometimes you can get a full days fishing off a single worm. I find I never do as well using any of the other brands of plastic worms; the extra 20 or 30 cents a worm is worth it in my books.

Interesting. I saw a few adult catfish swimming about something similar a few weeks back here in Peterborough. Weird because up until that point I wasn't even aware their were Catfish in the Otonabee here in Peterborough. It was getting dark, thought my eyes might be decieving me almost...

Great report and a really enjoyable read. Thanks. Got me thinking...

http://peterborough.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-canoes-kayaks-paddle-LARGE-ALUMINUM-CANOE-FOR-SALE-BUILT-TO-HOUSE-MOTOR-ON-THE-BACK-W0QQAdIdZ388649910 175 bucks ain't bad. Not my boat and don't know anything about it. I just know somebody always seems to be looking for one.

On the plus side it's nice to know at least one group exists that everyone can bash the hell out of without any fear of reprisal or thread lockdown.

I think it's a stupid bait too. At some point things just get rediculous. Why not take it a step further and tournament anglers can just start throwing nets.

So the one from 10 to 11 is a repeat? Any Musky?

I just noticed it's on tonight (Discovery Channel at 10) and as I know the show has a few fans here so I figured I'd give a heads up. Filmed in "America", it would be cool if it were on Musky. I don't want to get anyones hopes up though, any fish could be the focus, it could even be an old one fimed in South America.

I think you might have a hard time finding a fishing partner. Seems pretty sadistic, possibly psychotic.

I love throwing spinnerbaits as much as the next guy but if you happen to be fishing in an area where Bass see a high amount of fishing pressure they might not be my first choice. I can go down to river here in town (once season opens) and catch Smallies one after another on a Senko but chucking a spinnerbait you might go an hour without so much as a sniff. Mind you that never stops me from throwing them, I love em for musky; makes for a nice easy release too with the single hook.

Thanks Ron, that's great! You too Dutch.

Funny stuff. I'm in the exact same situation as you, except I'm heading out tomorrow. I too am looking for a spot to launch a canoe. I can remember years ago putting in a friends 12 foot tinner at a free little launch somewhere on the North side of the Lake but I have no idea where. I plan on launching at the free launch at the bottom of wood duck drive off county road 2. I have no idea if it will prove to be a good spot. Ron, if you'd care to share the wealth with me too that would be great, if not, that's cool too.

I took my Curado in to have it serviced here in Peterborough last Summer. I was amazed in the differnce between before and after. They cleaned it all up and even replaced a bearing or two if I remember correctly. Felt like a new reel after. Pretty sweet for 25 bucks. Only downside was they continued to send me a bill for the service even though I paid for it at the time. I had to phone them back once a month for 3 or 4 monthes.

That looks fantastic. I've always wanted to add webbed seats to mine, at the moment I'm using milk crates. Does it look like a fairly straight forward do it yourself project?

Cut the original poster some slack. He was most likely trying to do you a favour. I'll bet theres at least a few bargains to be found.

I just picked up a spool of the Fireline Tracer braid, 40 pound test. Always willing to try something different, looks funky and for 14 bucks why not? I checked, the 65 pound Tracer was still regular price.

As far as gear goes I'd suggest buying a quality Rod but used. I love the St. Croix line but in your research you'll come across alot of other good ones. You'll end up paying less than you would for a mediocre new rod and if you find you don't get into musky fishing in a big way you can resell it for very close to what you paid for it. 7'6 MH is a versatile rod. Likewise, don't go crazy regarding lures, although its fun and gets addictive quick. Start with 3 or 4 lures. Their was a recent thread where folks choose their favourites.

9 inch weighted Suick, perch pattern black and silver inline spinner (bucktail) with big white Kalins Grub Don't let the Suicks' looks fool you. I avoided buying one for years; thought they just looked so basic/plain that they couldn't be effective. I was very wrong; I plan on throwing one alot this year.