fishindevil Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 Wow !!!! Epic trip mike & Aaron !!!! That's insane fishing ..... Huge walleyes huge pike !!!!!! Amazing great vids too !!!!!!! Cheers
msp Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 Well done Mike Looks like you guys got quality and quantity I noticed in some of the pictures you are using flouro leaders. Did you try the tieable titanium leaders ? Any review or comments about leader material ? Thanks
pikeandtina Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 Mike, Thanks for posting! Looks like you tore 'em up with the Mepps! Glad you had a great trip! John
Roy Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 As usual with your reports Mike...what can I say.. Just the best of the best. Super pics, video and trip description.
solopaddler Posted June 10, 2013 Author Report Posted June 10, 2013 Thanks guys, glad you enjoyed! Well done Mike Looks like you guys got quality and quantity I noticed in some of the pictures you are using flouro leaders. Did you try the tieable titanium leaders ? Any review or comments about leader material ? Thanks Yes I have come to a definitive conclusion about the leaders, especially after this trip. The 20lb tieable titanium leader wire made by Terminator is THE BEST! It's so incredibly thin and ties very easily. It's a fantastic product for thowing lighter stickbaits as it doesn't impede the action at all. We caught oodles of large pike using the 20lb with zero issues. Anything heavier than 20lb I have no use for, it's too hard to tie at least for me. I also used the Tuff Line leader material as well as a tieable nylon coated metal made by Surflon. I liked neither of these especially the Tuff Line it was way too thick and visible and frayed easily. The Surflon is nice and thin and less visible but doesn't stand up to any abuse either. I always have some pre tied fluoro leaders with me on these trips and did use them on occasion when throwing non finesse baits like bucktails and spoons. They're bulletproof too.
msp Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 Thanks guys, glad you enjoyed! Yes I have come to a definitive conclusion about the leaders, especially after this trip. The 20lb tieable titanium leader wire made by Terminator is THE BEST! It's so incredibly thin and ties very easily. It's a fantastic product for thowing lighter stickbaits as it doesn't impede the action at all. We caught oodles of large pike using the 20lb with zero issues. Anything heavier than 20lb I have no use for, it's too hard to tie at least for me. I also used the Tuff Line leader material as well as a tieable nylon coated metal made by Surflon. I liked neither of these especially the Tuff Line it was way too thick and visible and frayed easily. The Surflon is nice and thin and less visible but doesn't stand up to any abuse either. I always have some pre tied fluoro leaders with me on these trips and did use them on occasion when throwing non finesse baits like bucktails and spoons. They're bulletproof too. Thanks for the response Mike. This year I made the switch to 100# Seagaur premier flouro leader. I was suprised how well it performed with smaller stick baits. It did not seem to impede the action of the bait and back to back uni knots worked well but...... We had 2 bite offs. 1 bite off I think the fish hit the mainline when attacking the bait. The other break off the fish engufed the bait head first but sliced through the 100# quite easily. Where did you puchase the tieableTerminator leader? I cant seem to find it anywhere on line or in stores
solopaddler Posted June 10, 2013 Author Report Posted June 10, 2013 Where did you puchase the tieableTerminator leader? I cant seem to find it anywhere on line or in stores I bought it at Bass Pro pretty sure. Aaron had a bunch of it too as he's sponsored by Rapala who also handles Terminator.
fishnsled Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 Stellar report Mike!! Thanks for taking the time to fix up the links for all to enjoy. Another fly in adventure added to the bucket list.
Pickeral eater Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 Beauty pike and Wally's!! Always look forward to reading your reports. Well done!
Jds63 Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 (edited) was wondering how you guys did .... What an amazing report Mike !! great photos and write up ... Edited June 10, 2013 by jds63
Tomcat Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 Thanks so much again for allowing most of us to vicariously enjoy such a trip north. Don't ever wonder whether your efforts to put these reports together are not truly appreciated by everyone. I was wondering whether you always try to arrange for Otters on your fly-ins? Do you guys ever eat northerns or do you always eat walleye on these trips?
Peps Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 HOLY SMOKES!!!!!! Mike your reports never get old, truly a pleasure to read!!! on my "Bucket List" would be a trip to the Attawapiskat with the "GREAT" Mike Borger
blaque Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 Fires me up everytime........Truly appreciate the time taken to not only upload all the photos and vids, but the time and effort that goes into documenting the trip while your there is a bunch of work as well. Pulling out the camera in some of the conditions i see you fishing in can truly be a pain in the arse, and when theres fish like this waiting for your next cast......it can be easy to want to give the camera a rest. So again, .....MUCH appreciated P.S. Friends shouldnt let friends pike fish with bare feet, ........And yes i speak from experience........YEOOOOW! Husky Jerk right between the toes
solopaddler Posted June 10, 2013 Author Report Posted June 10, 2013 Thank's gent's, your comments are much appreciated! Thanks so much again for allowing most of us to vicariously enjoy such a trip north. Don't ever wonder whether your efforts to put these reports together are not truly appreciated by everyone. I was wondering whether you always try to arrange for Otters on your fly-ins? Do you guys ever eat northerns or do you always eat walleye on these trips? Glad you enjoyed! The type of plane really depends on the distance involved, outfitter, and circumstances. We flew in on an otter on this trip because a bunch of gas and supplies went in with us. We actually flew out in a turbo Beaver. I fly on Tuesday to Little Missinaibi lake north of Chapleau. It's a standard Beaver and our weight limit is a strict 100lb's per person. That's damn hard to adhere to when your tackle weighs 30lb's and case of beer weighs 25lb's LOL! my "Bucket List" would be a trip to the Attawapiskat with the "GREAT" Mike Borger I'm actually a huge pain in the arse. You'd hate me if you met me. Fires me up everytime........Truly appreciate the time taken to not only upload all the photos and vids, but the time and effort that goes into documenting the trip while your there is a bunch of work as well. Pulling out the camera in some of the conditions i see you fishing in can truly be a pain in the arse, and when theres fish like this waiting for your next cast......it can be easy to want to give the camera a rest. So again, .....MUCH appreciated P.S. Friends shouldnt let friends pike fish with bare feet, ........And yes i speak from experience........YEOOOOW! Husky Jerk right between the toes VERY kind words and greatly appreciated. I'd love to see photo evidence of the Husky Jerk incident.
ccmtcanada Posted June 10, 2013 Report Posted June 10, 2013 From the older reports under the handle of Solopaddler to all the recent ones, your reports never disappoint!!! Awesome report Mike...I'm actually speechless!!
can u fish Posted June 11, 2013 Report Posted June 11, 2013 Wow great report Mike and love the pics and videos i guess will have to add this one to my bucket list also,do you know if this camp will be ready for the 2014 season. Cheers Mitch....
solopaddler Posted June 11, 2013 Author Report Posted June 11, 2013 Wow great report Mike and love the pics and videos i guess will have to add this one to my bucket list also,do you know if this camp will be ready for the 2014 season. Cheers Mitch.... Thanks Mitch. For you anyone else who's wondering I'm sure Hearst Air will take bookings for this year.
Cudz Posted June 11, 2013 Report Posted June 11, 2013 Those fish are stupid good! Man I need to start saving my money to take one of these trips. Maybe in 5 years. Congrats. Those are awesome fish!!
BassMan11 Posted June 11, 2013 Report Posted June 11, 2013 Wow. Mike your reports are always epic. This one is no different. One day. One day Cheers Don
Dutch Posted June 11, 2013 Report Posted June 11, 2013 Great write up and beauty pics and vids. Thanks for sharing.
RDR Posted June 11, 2013 Report Posted June 11, 2013 I always enjoy your recaps Mike. Outstanding is normal. Nice to see Aaron catch a couple LOL Thanks for taking the time
solopaddler Posted June 11, 2013 Author Report Posted June 11, 2013 Thanks so much everyone! I always enjoy your recaps Mike. Outstanding is normal. Nice to see Aaron catch a couple LOL Thanks for taking the time It's great to see you chime in Rick, hope all is well with you!
Live2fish85 Posted June 11, 2013 Report Posted June 11, 2013 Well as usual Mike another amazing report. Glad you guys were able to make a trip happen. Have a good trip this week.
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