walleye wanderer

Hey it was your help, map and log that you so graciously offered up that got us onto to fish as quickly as we did.

I studied the map and log to point that when I got on the water it was like I'd already been there.

I brought up a few smaller laminated maps that we could take out on the boat, along with an erasable marker. We would plan out our day the night before, mark it out on those maps and then there wasn't any of "where do you want to go" thing happening. I left those laminated maps there at camp for others to use; but yours came back with me.

Thanks again Rob and your 32" Walleye camp record is still safe; well that's until I get back up there that is.

The place is addictive!

 

Dan.

Hey Dan, glad the map helped. That map was started off by Mike (Solopaddler) and has been added to by my group with input from several other folks so it is a real collaborative effort. I fear someday it will be pointless to look at though because I think the lake is littered with fish and marking them will obliterate the map.

What week did you snag for next year?

And you are absolutely correct Dan….the place is addictive!

The Canon T3i looks good but I personally am leaning towards a Nikon D5100 which they claim is as good as its big brother the D7000 which is considerably more $$.

Already said somewhere in here and repeated to me by a friend thats in the know, the Canon 5D Mark 2 is reputed to be a very good value at the moment and a fine camera.

Just stop dropping 'em in the drink Mike

WOW! Great report and even more awesome pictures

Thank You

 

I think you got at least one.. Sorry if I'm wrong.

Great report Mike, looks like a good time was had by all and weather, bugs and fish were co-operating. Looks like a Doctor spoon there, just curious, did the Hairy Killer produce anything?

No worries Highdrifter, your floro leaders stood up to many a toothy Pike at Eddie's again this year and never let me down!

Rob

Just spent a week up north and demo'ed Sea Suckers rod holders, a nifty lightweight suction type rod holder that is great for fly-in trips. Stuck it onto a aluminum boat the first day and no problems for the next six days, stayed tight and held up through some rough water. I give this product a thumbs up for non-permenent rod holder and I bet they would work even better on a fiberglass boat as it has a smoother surface than the pop can boat. Used the Saltys for years and they are great as well!

SeaSucker site

Just back from Eddie North Beteau Lake, June 2-9th and the water is up 5-6'. The weather was beautiful, warm days & cool nights and the fishing started off slow but turned on throughout the week and was great!

Several Pike over 40" and several Walleye in the high twenty's with the biggest at 31". More to come and pic's too…

Cheers

WW

Link to Webcam in Haliburton.

 

http://www.halcom.ca/haliburton.php

Hey I just saw a huge Musky surface!

I also had one of the Mitchel 300 reels back in the sixties. That and an original Cardinal 4 were the only reels with the guts to hold a fresh run salmon or large rainbow back then. The one big complaint with the Mitchel was the bail spring. You always needed to carry a spare or two with you. It got to the point where I could change a weak spring in under 5 minutes, in the low light conditions of a fall morning.

I have heard that a good French model will get upwards of $100.00 The Cardinal can go for well above $400.

Unfortunately the one made in Taiwan is not worth very much and the French 300 although sexy was still mass produced and widely collected. As Tom states it is still worth a few bucks and if you search eBay you'll get a good sense of it's value. Tom is also correct on the bulletproof Cardinals (3 & 4's) which are my current object of desire…

I'd go with an 8wt too and overline it with a 9wt line to load the rod better. What you buy depends on your budget (not breaking the bank means different things to different people) but have a look at used gear, you'll get better gear for your money - drop me a pm if you want a hand with finding something.

 

Wormdunker - Troutfitters closed their shop over the winter and Ken is now running the business from home, still doing the guiding but the shop will be mail order only (unless you have a very big order). Wilson's are setting up a store in or around Fergus later in the spring though.

Cuzza, you are absolutely correct in that "breaking the bank" is different for everyone. As I am just getting going with this type of fishing and take good care of my equipment, I thinking a budget in the neighbourhood of $250-350. In a brief look on the net I see a lot of rods (Sage, etc.) that are considerably more that…300-900 range.

To all, thanks for the info so far. I am learning a lot and can't imagine going out to a store without first asking here!

Cheers

I'm looking for a good quality vice under $100, I'm not looking for anything super special I've been using a AA vice for a few years and I can't stand it, half the time the hook slips out when you tying and it is impossible to tighten, any suggestions?

I was giving a vise some consideration and found this site in my travels…pretty good read I think.

http://www.flyfishohio.com/Vise%20Review%201/Fly_Tying_Vise_Shoot-Out.htm

I have 2 Mitchell 300 reels that have never been used. Does anyone know how to tell the age and value of them?

Forgot, here is a link to practically everything about Mitchell

http://www.mitchellreels.net/

I have 2 Mitchell 300 reels that have never been used. Does anyone know how to tell the age and value of them?

Made in France is the preferred models, do you have a pic?

I give you $20 for both…kidding!

I am finally considering taking up a different kind of fishing and need a little help. I am considering a fly rod & reel mostly for Pike fishing and don't want to break the bank, any suggestions for a decent entry level rod, reel and line?

Thanks

WW

I trust the entire OFC community is focused on this thread and observing this Eddie North guy is his natural state….not so nice

BTW Spam comes in a can… and I am booked on the Westjet to arrive in TB on May 25th, expecting a big black Limo from your Nakina - Thunder Bay limo service.

on ebay and found a pair of 6600C5 mags

 

any one seen or used one ? There bright green in colour

 

thanks

 

Darren

Hey Darren, I would love to grab one or two of those, I have an older 5500 and in my quest to find some info on it I stumbled onto a great tutorial for the 6600 mag, hope it helps.

6600 C5 tutorial

Spam, I'll hit you over the head with Spam in June buddy.

 

Yes but only because of your kid,,,,,,,,,,,,LMAO

HEY!!! Wait a minute here, Eddie did you forget that I fish with 5 kids? I look forward to the Limo at Thunder Bay International on June 1st…I'll let the kids know

Dan,

Given your brothers health I think flying is the best option. As for getting from TB to Nakina, Nakina Air can take care of that but it is quite pricey. Option two is a rental that will sit at the float plane base for a week.

I am looking into another option which will involve a shuttle from Nakina, I hope to have some more info in the next 2 weeks and I'll be sure to let you know whatever I find out.

Remember positive thinking can make powerful things happen. I am sure all of the members of OFC are hoping positive good things happen for your brother and maybe combined with the magic of the Attawapiskat things will turn around.

I use a 6'6 mh v-rod with a 250 calcutta for jerkbaits and such, a 7'9 h st croix mojo bass with a curado 300 nice for big swimbaits, and a 7'6 mh crucial flipping stick with curado 200. braids 50+ and 40-50 lb fluoro or steel leaders.

Hey Josh, I was looking at the Mojo Bass but one piece only. Is it working really good for the swim baits?

Hmmm, common theme seems to be a 7' rod and I must admit I am surprised by the number of 2 piece rods you guys are using. As for the reel, Curado is leading as a favourite so far. I have a Revo SX i purchased last year and an old Abu 5500C currently in use but I am considering a new Baitcaster to be matched to the 7' St Croix (probably go with MH) that I will be picking up. I am also thinking it is time for a new spinning reel for my 7" MH Shimano Compre. I have put the new Stradic up against the Abu Revo Premier and gotta say the Abu comes out on top so far with many mechanical advantages.

Well months to go so no need to rush this thing but it sure helps pass the time to the lake opens up.

Several months back I posed a question as to whether or not i can find a lakefront property for appx. 100k?

 

It turns out after a year of searching I purchased 2 acres of lakefront property with 290' of shoreline on Shawanaga lake. What i'm trying to say is perseverance pays of! I went above my budget by a whopping 10k LOL! the lake is 9km long and pretty beautiful i must say.

 

Has any one fished this lake? its right above Lorimer lake just north of parry sound, off of hwy 124. Now the fun begins, i have to figure out how to put in a driveway clear the lot and build a cottage on a budget of 5k. This hurdle may prove to be impossible to clear! LOL...

Sweet! Never fished Shawanaga but I snowmobiled the hell out of it. I have fished Lorimer Lake for many years and the fishing is still very good there and very restricted as there is a Tim Hortons camp on it. Many years ago we did stop in MNR office in Parry Sound and reviewed the local marine biologists reports on Lorimer, I am sure they would have similar info for Shawanaga and I'd say it is worth the stop.

Regardless, this is a beautiful place with lots of peace & quiet and not loaded with houseboats and jet skis, you will enjoy!

ps. nice lakers in Lormier in the winter

I was out the other day drooling over a few new Pike rods and of course one thing leads to another…buy a new rod, then it is just natural to put a new reel on it right?

I am considering a St Croix Premier PS70HF2 - 7' heavy and wondered what the readers of OFC are using for Pike rods and reels?

Any info is appreciated and pic's too!

Cheers

I would say it's a nice photoshop but no matter, why not just through in the big net and drag the lake?

NOT fishing...