captpierre

2 hours ago, pics said:

I had an off-grid cottage for 5 years and I enjoyed the spring show but we sold it and never went back.. It seemed to cater to a market that was way above our budget.. 

A lot of expensive clothes and Gucci bags walking around for sure. Different crowd than Sportsman show 

3 minutes ago, chris.brock said:

How busy was it? I don't mind a smaller show but I don't like a gridlock of people. 

Got there Sunday(Last day) 2 pm. Not busy at all. Some end of show discounts but nothing great Spring Show is far better

17 minutes ago, Fisherman said:

Only for millionaires, hard enough to pay seasonal camp fees never mind land tax, hydro, jump through the hoop sanitation rules etc.  I think it would wiser to rent for a week or two per year and scratch the itch.

I hear you but not sure I agree. We’ve had our cottage now for 6 yrs. It’s been great for our family and now the grandkids.  It cost a pile of money but fortunately has appreciated by 50% since purchase. We spend most of our weekend and holiday time there. We rent it to people we know  3 weeks per year which pays most expenses. I live frugally otherwise. Been a good thing 

Only about 1/3 the size of spring show. 

Wont bother with fall show again 

Thanks Lew 

Great post Rattletrap. Better than a fishing report! I’m with you on the automatic Generac units. Like Lew said. They are made in USA, I believe. Not sure if their portables are. Would like to know. Way cheaper than HONDA. I’m not very technically capable like you are.  So im ok to pay extra for higher quality within reason. 

8 hours ago, chris.brock said:

Interesting about the cork versus synthetic.

I wouldn't call it quits just yet, it's probably just getting good. Have you tried trolling after dark in the current near Bobcaygeon?

Thought that was a spring pattern, Chris?

On 10/9/2018 at 1:03 PM, BassMan11 said:

I guess it really depends on what you want to use the generator for.

Purchased a Honda 2000w inverter 2 years ago for various occasional uses. Running Noco chargers for my boat, charging items, running power tools, basically just having portable power. When the storm hit Ottawa we lost power for 24 hours and I was able to run the fridge, chest freezer, and basement entertainment system for the duration without any issues. The Honda is whisper quiet, fairly portable and bulletproof. Obviously like any small engine proper maintenance and quality fuel is key. I feel like the 2000 size (or 2200W model now) is the most versatile since it is still a suitcase style and can handle a fairly large load. IMO its worth the investment. 

Also if you needed more power you can get another 2000w Honda Companion model and run them connected together for a 4000W inverter system with a 30amp plug. This would be a cheaper and more portable option than buying a 5KW inverter. Good luck

Looks like getting 2 Honda 2200w inverters is the way to go . 1 for home and 1 for cottage. Then have both home for winter ?

I’m realizing how much warmer a cork handled rod is to hold in the cold weather.  Compared to a rubber/foam synthetic handle. 

Trolled for hours today. Without gloves there’s a big difference. 

You rod connoisseurs like know this already. New to me. 

Water is gin clear and 53 F today on north Pigeon

Might be the last go at it this year. Long term weather forecast is not encouraging 

Peter

Joined Lund Boat Owners site on FaceBook. Lots of posts daily.  Seems there are problems with Lund boats. The fibreglass models get cracked hauls. Aluminum boats have rotten transoms. Corrosion in places.  Seems to be mainly in newer boats.  

Its been an eye opener for this Lund owner  2007 Tyee 1750 ?

TVO program last night on super foods. BC natives don’t like catch and release salmon fishing. They say it’s playing with food. 

Hope she does good by you 

Sounds like a bust to me. Last half as long and worse mileage 

Just recently learned about this tire class. Better in winter than All Season tires. Not as good as Winter Tires.  Sounds look like they might be the way to go here in the GTA  

Does anybody have any experience with them?  Do they last as long as All Seasons?

3 hours ago, Woodsman said:

Just got back from there last week.

Don't worry about deer camps. Not a deer area. Yes there could be a few but generally very low deer populations.

For camping area's look at either the sites along Red Squirrel Rd. or maybe Rabbit Lake Rd. Many nice lake front sites which don't see a lot of use this time of year.

Thanks for that!

Great report!

17 minutes ago, DanD said:

All I can suggest (regardless of what brand you buy) make sure you get an inverter generator. Tell me what in today's appliances do not rely on sensitive electronics, to run? One voltage spike form a cheap non-inverter generator, could take out the controller(s) to anything you have connected to the generator. My fish hut has a 12 volt DC RV furnace in it. My batteries were running low, so I thought I'd charge them up with my little Champion. All was good until the furnace wanted to kick on. The igniter clicked about three times and went quit. The controller was fried; new they're about $500.00; almost twice what I payed for the generator used. Luckily there's a RV junk yard just outside of London and got a replacement controller for $75.00. I still have the Champ but I isolate the batteries during charging.

Sorry for being long winded here; but spend the money on an inverter genny. 

Dan.

PS: Fisherman had also mentioned this in his post to the thread. Smart man!!!

Thanks Dan. I hear ya. I don’t think the Chinese machines come in much more tha 2000 watts as inverters. The bigger generators say they have built in surge protectors and manufacturers say are safe for electronics. Who knows. A Honda 5000 watt inverter is about $4700. ? I would love one of them. 

4 minutes ago, KraTToR said:

Well i'm going back this weekend, i'll let you know

 

 

Troll along shore and offshore hump weed edges. 15-20 ft deep.  Run baits close to bottom. Fish see a lot of baits this time of year. Especially weekends. Good luck 

So did some research on the cheaper generators. Seems Generac and Champion are decent brands.   Not going to run forever but likely good enough for the occasional power outage.  Duel fuel is a nice option.  Both offer local service and parts.  Anybody have good ideas as to which might be preferable?

Nice. Great day. Now you  need to work on finding the big girls! Typically trolling deeper this time of year 

As far as I know. Hours don’t reflect RPMs. Big difference if trolling vs WOT. 

The duel fuel option sounds good. 

Anybody know if they run on natural gas?

Could use my NG BBQ outlet. 

My son in Ottawa was without power for 5 days recently after the tornadoes. He had a generator and was able to keep his family and some neighbors functioning. I’d like  to do the same.  I know Honda and Yamaha units are best. But they are a lot more expensive than Chinese machines from Costco, HD etc. Are they worth it for the occasional use I’m planning?  I’m guessing they all need to be maintained the same. Draining fuel properly or at least starting regularly to keep them from gumming  up. 

1 hour ago, buick14 said:

Snake oil a vs snake oil b

 I know I personally saw no difference using original stabil back when , but I have been using seafoam the last several years for some reason.  A big difference for me was when I made sure I stored my equipment properly and started using premium eth free.  But the snake oil placebo effect is definitely there for me too....

Yup. I would love to hear from a fuel chemical engineer type to get the facts. 

The skeptic in me knows that manufacturers  can make all kinds of claims on these types of products without having to provide proof. “Helps” is very vague. Might help 1%. You have no idea. Us mere mortals are stuck in the middle between slick marketing and facts.