Spiel

Yes, I'd bet you most likely have.

Never heard of them, wow, they're definitely not new Smitty, they've been highly relevant for 35 years. They formed way back in 1990. Truly one of my favourite bands, ever.

I need another night out with....TOOL..... "With my feet upon the ground I lose myself between the sounds And open wide to suck it in. I feel it move across my skin."

Oh Gabriel........

Related to my post earlier today in GD my Pup also had a great day out fishing.

Granddaughter's first boat ride and first fish and she did it all by herself ......

Well I did not know that Doug, I do now. I've been using it in pasta salads oh, 30 plus years for sure now. Good stuff. Oh and I'm sure the shrimp alfredo was very good.

Faux Crab Leg Meat Doug, it works well is Pasta Salads without great expense.

Used up the last of the GB Steel in freezer yesterday. Basted in Ghee, Lemon Juice and fresh Dill then Cedar Planked. Served with a Pasta Salad and fresh steamed Green Beans.

The north shore of Lake O will be heating big time for Kings over the next few weeks. If it's big Kings you want, launch early and don't go too far offshore until the Sun is high.

I just spoke to my friend yesterday who's back from 3 weeks at his cottage near Meaford and said use the pay ramp, the free public ramp off Bayfield is in bad shape. He also said the fishing had slowed off as of late last week. Need rain!

I've not launched in Meaford recently but I'd wager it's your best bet for Salmon now according to my intel.

Thank you CM. I've been building spiral wrapped rods since the early 80's. I have specialized ultralights for G'Bay Whites and Lakers, numerous down rigging rods in both length and line ratings (my fave go to is still a 12' spiral wrapped Fenglass from the 80's ) and absolutely spiral wrapped long rods for bait caster float rods. They're definitely numerous applications where spiral wrapped builds are the superior choice imo. The ole Fenglass awaiting action.....

This bait caster is very soft in the tip John, the number of guides required to keep the line from falling below the blank would be excessive, add undesired weight to the rods tip and reduce sensitivity and performance. This is a fairly good explanation I copied and pasted..... Spiral wrap guides on fishing rods offer several advantages over traditional guide placement, primarily improving rod stability, reducing line twist, and enhancing casting distance and accuracy. By spiraling the guides around the rod blank, the line is kept underneath the rod when under pressure, minimizing the torque and potential twisting of the rod. This design also allows for fewer, larger guides, reducing line friction and leading to smoother, longer casts. Reduced Torque and Improved Stability: When fighting a fish, the line exerts force on the rod, potentially causing it to twist or rotate, especially with traditional baitcasting rods. Spiral wrapping the guides, often referred to as "acid wrapping," ensures the line is positioned underneath the rod, counteracting this torque and keeping the rod more stable. This results in a more controlled and powerful fight, preventing the rod from twisting in your hand. Minimized Line Contact and Friction: By spiraling the guides, the line has less contact with the rod blank itself, reducing friction and improving casting distance and accuracy. Fewer guides are needed compared to traditional setups, further minimizing line friction and contributing to a smoother casting experience. Enhanced Sensitivity and Responsiveness: When properly engineered, spiral wrapped rods can be more sensitive and responsive, allowing anglers to feel subtle bites and changes in the lure's action. The reduced weight of the rod due to fewer guides and the efficient line management contribute to this increased sensitivity. Reduced Line Tangles: The spiral design minimizes line contact with the rod blank, especially when bent, significantly reducing the chance of line tangles, a common frustration for anglers. Potential for Increased Leverage: In some cases, the spiral wrap design may allow for a more direct and powerful pull on the fish, leading to improved leverage and potentially making it easier to land larger or more stubborn fish.

To add as a side note, it just occurred to me that this rod going out the door marks 50 years this month since I sold my first custom built rod. I think I'll retire to the porch with a cold beer. Cheers

For those of you who were following my post "Moose Antler Rod Handle," it is now finally ready to catch some fishies. The owner wanted to give it the handle, "The MOOSE" and I was happy to make it so. Here's the final pictures I just took before it leaves the house later today. Oh and yes, the guides are indeed spiral wrapped, as requested. Thanks for looking and Happy Sunday Folks.

Starting my Sunday straight out of the gate with rocking good tunes!!!!!!!

I might not ever get home.......

Never wavered, a lifetime fan since "77"

Anything is possible Brian, I don't put a lot faith in the decisions of the MNR's policies in regards to stocking programs.

Well if they're munching Gobies that would likely explain it.

That's a darky as far as Simcoe Lakers go, intersting.

I've been on a bit of a stall with this one while I dealt with other issues including a broken down band saw, essential for cutting antler. I finally got the band saw up and working this morning in order to finish this Moose Antler handle. Anyway it's now guide ready and will hopefully be hauling in the Big Ass Bass soon. Cheers

LOL

Thanks Barry