Mike the Pike Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 (edited) Just got up at 9am I was pretty tired from yesterday a long wet day almost everything I brought to Quinte was wet. Last Monday I got the invite from Percher to go searching for the big eyes in the Bay of Quinte now how could I say no I was also looking forward to fishing in his new boat.We only fish together a couple of times per year since we both have our own boats. We stayed at the Sportsmen Motel which I thought was a pretty good deal for the buck.Roomy clean and not too far from the launch in Picton. Friday night Percher callled me on my cell and said we would need rain gear since we both didn't bring our gear of course.I stopped in Napanee to pick up 2 cheapie rain suits well one pancho and a suit for Percher what a mistake you will see why later. We woke up to a soggy day we knew it was going to be a wet one.I went off to Timmies just after 6am and met up with Memart(Rob) we had a little chat I went back to the motel and well Rob told me he would be dry for the day because he had booked a charter with Lloyd in his roomy long Princecraft. We Launched just after 7 and it looked like alot of folks decided to stay home due to the soggy day.Just before we left we put on the cheapie rain wear which ripped to itty bitty pieces in seconds Dan and I had one messy episode at one point the whole boat spun around and what a mess 4 very tangled lines 2 off the riggers and 2 on the planer boards.The mess was so bad we had to go to shore and take off the line that had was wrapped aroung the prop on Perchers new kicker motor.After the biggest bird nest I had ever seen we got right back to it and headed for some new fishing grounds. Now on with the pics. After hours of trolling I finally caught this beat up old Walleye as you can clearly see she had many battle scars .I wish had done a better job holding her up folks but it was miserable out there just pouring rain all day and it never let up.I could barely see out of my glasses. I caught her flat lining it about 80 feet of water.She weighed 9 1/2 pounds. I didn't take many shots yesterday because well it was always raining. This is a shot of Lloyds boat with Memart and Terry aboard the thought did cross my mind how dry they must be. Good to see you again Terry and Nice to have met Rob,John and Lloyd.When I arrived back on shore I was soaked to the gaunchy's but the day was worth it.Oh BTW Memart caught a nice eye hopefully he can post a pic of her. Now as you can see Dan has gained some weight his Superman suit exploded trying to light that wet lighter Thats a better shot of Captain Percher. Now go figure its time to drive back to Montreal and the Sun comes out It was short lived because it poured rain all the way home. Well thanks for the Great day Dan always a pleasure fishing with you and thanks for putting me on a nice fish now if I could only catch fish in my boat. I am looking forward to November. Mike the Pike Edited October 26, 2008 by Mike the Pike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Great story Mike and congrats on the big eye, even though she looks a little worse for wear. Gotta luv those BIG Quinte eyes !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limeyangler Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Wow.....thats perseverance....congrats on a beauty walleye...certainly was beat up good. My buddy and me had a similar day on Friday...rain, rain and more rain...and like you the camera remained packed away because of it. Those cheap rain suits suck...lol...had 2 explode on me, you go to sit down...and...rrrrrip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Keeripes you guys look wet but happy with the old girl and it's funny that Dan needs more water out of a bottle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Great report and pics Mike At 9.5Lbs, even with the battlescars, she still a very impressive and beautiful eye Congratulation Thanks for sharing Leechman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medmart Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Nice eye Mike i didn't get a picture of mine Terry was to busy driven the boat to take a picture it sure was wet out there and the wind came up a few times it was a pleasure to meet you and Dan that is a nice ride he has see you guys in a few weeks Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike the Pike Posted October 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Looking forward to November Rob too bad you don't have a pic a 7lb walleye is a nice fish. Out of 4 guys not one of you could take a picture Hope you bring your camera in November Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PERCHER Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 (edited) : Edited October 27, 2008 by Percher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Nice soggy report Mike. What a miserable day out there, yuck. Nice sized eye there, lots of battle scars for sure. Hope you weren't talking on your cell phone and looking at your GPS while taking those pics while driving Joey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencoachdog Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 I see a pattern forming here, you go out in your boat and not too much... go out in someone elses boat and you're a Superstar!!! Good on Dan for putting you on that fish! When fish are that old and the water is that cold, you don't have to beat them into submission with a machete Mike! Just kiddin' ya Bubba! Great report, pics, and fish!!! Way to tough it out in miserable weather!!! You're lots tougher than me when it comes to cold weather! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishindevil Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Glad to see you got a nice walleye mike !!!! too bad about the crappy weather ,when i knew the wind and rain were going to be like that i stayed home,but im going down this weekend for sure,dans new lund looks amazing ,and she is all decked out !!! ill see ya in a few weeks...cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccmtcanada Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 Nice going guys! The conditions sucked out there but you managed to get one nice one. An ugly one, but a nice one at that! Great to see you guys get together too....you'll get more next time i'm sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snag Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 Yup, No pain, no gain. Pain is good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencoachdog Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 Yup, No pain, no gain. Pain is good Pain is weakness leaving the body!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limeyangler Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 I'm speechless....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencoachdog Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 (edited) I think yer gettin' a nibble Jed... Mike, consider the following: 1. He's an ignorant hick turned arrogant billionaire... 2.If you post a lot of words with a report, some folks may feel inclined to pick it apart... we're just here for the pics Bubba... 3. Internet sticks and stones don't pack near the punch as real life sticks and stones... 4. At least he didn't bash you post count! Edited October 27, 2008 by GCD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bly Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 Mike and Dan, Walleye might be a beat up one but still a nice one! Thanks for the pictures and report guys, going to miss seeing you at Quinte this year, hope you land a few monsters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BITEME Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 Ya still look good BIgBIRD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeXXington Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 Ahhh makes you appreciate the covers .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PERCHER Posted October 27, 2008 Report Share Posted October 27, 2008 (edited) Hey Mike good post.Thanks Edited October 27, 2008 by Percher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowPoke Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 Great report Mike! I'm looking forward to hooking up with you guys in a couple weeks. Hopefully we can find some biggun's that are a little more photogenic! -Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 Sounds like a blast Mike, and I'm sure things are only going to get better down there as November progresses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wgk36 Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 Great report Mike. Nice eye. I hope you took notes from Percher. ALWAYS put your guest on the fish. Looking forward to BOQ in a couple of weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinbanger Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 (edited) Nice report guys , tough weather but it paid off TB Edited October 29, 2008 by tinbanger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinbanger Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 (edited) ; Edited October 29, 2008 by tinbanger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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