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03-25-2022, 03:31 AM
Thread: Eat the Skin?
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When I dress and fry crappies whole I do it...
When I dress and fry crappies whole I do it exactly like I do bluegills. I do prefer 9-10” fish to fry whole. I have done larger and they are good also but I tend to fillet anything larger than...
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03-24-2022, 06:42 AM
Thread: Trailer bunks
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I replaced my bunks with synthetic, one thing I...
I replaced my bunks with synthetic, one thing I did not take into account is how slick they are. Be cautious if you use spray or anything to make them slicker. It actually made recovery harder...
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03-21-2022, 07:10 PM
Thread: Seat attachments
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I would recommend riv nuts, they will certainly...
I would recommend riv nuts, they will certainly hold and are relatively permanent.
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02-25-2022, 10:51 AM
Thread: Bimini top
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I am 6’ 4” tall and ordered a top that I can...
I am 6’ 4” tall and ordered a top that I can comfortably stand under. My wife actually ordered it off of Amazon, we have been very pleased with it. You do get some Sun from the sides with the height,...
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02-04-2022, 11:21 PM
Thread: Shoal Creek Report from 2/1
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I cannot believe that you would stoop to the...
I cannot believe that you would stoop to the crutch of spot lock, what kind of fisherman are you if you can’t control your boat using a regular foot control trolling motor, everyone knows that you...
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02-01-2022, 03:08 PM
Thread: White bass to eat
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I have frozen them in gallon zip type bags, I...
I have frozen them in gallon zip type bags, I fill the bags with water after putting fillets in and they keep and cook just fine. I do make sure that I trim all the red meat off and cut the lateral...
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01-23-2022, 02:18 PM
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Side imaging will make a huge difference in being...
Side imaging will make a huge difference in being able to find the structure you want to fish. I have a 93sv unit but I have LiveScope only running on it. If you buy the Garmin unit with side imaging...
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01-20-2022, 12:39 AM
Thread: Trailer bunk help
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I replaced the bunks on my trailer with composite...
I replaced the bunks on my trailer with composite and they are very slick, if you go that route just be prepared to change your launch routine.
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01-14-2022, 11:42 PM
Thread: Live scope Question
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I chose to use a separate mount for these...
I chose to use a separate mount for these reasons. I have a terrova trolling motor and with the corrections required when using spot lock I can keep the LiveScope pointed at the structure I’m...
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12-22-2021, 05:54 PM
Thread: Back up camera
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I actually installed LED lights on my trailer...
I actually installed LED lights on my trailer that also have white LED backup lights in them. Had to rewire the trailer and buy a 7pin round RV to 5 flat adapter and it works great.
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12-20-2021, 07:21 PM
Thread: Non Crappie, Gumbo thread
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I typically use Tony’s until it’s as salty as I...
I typically use Tony’s until it’s as salty as I want it and if I need more spice I use ground cayenne pepper till it’s spicy enough. Tony’s also has a salt free version I believe. Good gumbo is...
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12-20-2021, 09:02 AM
Thread: LiveScope direction icon
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I tried to calibrate my compass on Saturday. I...
I tried to calibrate my compass on Saturday. I ended up with a compass rose in the top right corner instead of a boat icon. North shows up and unless I had my boat pointed N and live scope pointed...
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12-17-2021, 07:24 PM
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Do you typically run it in auto for depth and it...
Do you typically run it in auto for depth and it has just started doing that?
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12-17-2021, 07:19 PM
Thread: Cleaning in the kitchen sink?
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I have a stainless table and a rapala cutting...
I have a stainless table and a rapala cutting board that completely covers it. I clean in my shop and then take the cutting board outside and rinse and wash it off. Rarely is there anything on the...
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How long before fish relate to an excavator boom?
How long before fish relate to an excavator boom?
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12-12-2021, 02:45 PM
Thread: Cooking Striper
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I will cook them on a griddle with butter and...
I will cook them on a griddle with butter and lemon pepper or a healthy sprinkling of Cajun seasoning, I clean them exactly as you describe and have had many compliments about them being good and...
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I tend to find those when I try to cut close on...
I tend to find those when I try to cut close on the ribs, if I make a less conservative cut I get them out. But I do run my finger down and check. Can’t choke a grandchild, when I tell my wife that...
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11-30-2021, 11:29 AM
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All the way back, as far back is my vote but make...
All the way back, as far back is my vote but make darn sure there isn’t any interference with your trim on your motor. I put a Bimini top on my boat and had the motor trimmed all the way down for the...
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11-08-2021, 08:36 AM
Thread: Fishing brush piles without spotlock
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I have pretty well decided that without a steady...
I have pretty well decided that without a steady breeze to help, that my spot lock can be more trouble than it’s worth. On a calm day or if the wind is switching directions I get frustrated by the...
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11-01-2021, 10:49 AM
Thread: Live Scope Question
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When my wife was involved in the discussion...
When my wife was involved in the discussion regarding live scope her eyes rolled so far back in her head you could hear a click. After I got it installed and we began using it she became a huge fan....
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09-15-2021, 06:24 PM
Thread: Acc crappie stick
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I have a 12ft mid seat a 12 foot cross over and...
I have a 12ft mid seat a 12 foot cross over and just bought my wife a 10ft rear seat, I’m a fan.
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09-10-2021, 12:10 AM
Thread: Floating/ submersible fishing light
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I purchased a female urinal and keep it in the...
I purchased a female urinal and keep it in the boat for my wife. She was somewhat skeptical at first but has decided that it is a functional accessory for boating.
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08-21-2021, 07:16 AM
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When I had a pontoon I used a 120 qt Igloo cooler...
When I had a pontoon I used a 120 qt Igloo cooler in white, it worked fine to keep fish for up to 24 hours without having to keep adding Ice. That’s been over a decade ago and coolers have come a...
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08-20-2021, 08:47 PM
Thread: My Winter Shiner Setup
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I was curious as to what size chiller you are...
I was curious as to what size chiller you are using. I went to the website and they have several sizes. Thank you for the additional pictures.
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Andersonminnows.com they have a decent...
Andersonminnows.com they have a decent explanation about their bait but you kind of have to hunt around the website to find all the information.
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You can actually get minnows by the pound shipped...
You can actually get minnows by the pound shipped to your door. I’ve been pondering going this route because there are only a couple of inconsistent suppliers near me.
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08-19-2021, 10:41 AM
Thread: My Winter Shiner Setup
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Which size chiller are you using? I have a...
Which size chiller are you using? I have a stainless tank that I am going to use for keeping bait and would like to use a set up similar to yours.
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08-19-2021, 10:31 AM
Thread: Bimini Tops
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I have one on my boat that my wonderful wife...
I have one on my boat that my wonderful wife bought for my birthday a couple of years ago. We use it intermittently but especially if we have a grandkid with us. I’m about 6’3” tall and my concern...
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08-08-2021, 08:51 PM
Thread: Stacking ?
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If I catch more than 3-4 fish off of one spot I’m...
If I catch more than 3-4 fish off of one spot I’m ecstatic, and if I ever lose one at the boat it seems to shut them down.
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08-08-2021, 08:50 PM
Thread: Stacking ?
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If I catch more than 3-4 fish off of one spot I’m...
If I catch more than 3-4 fish off of one spot I’m ecstatic, and if I ever lose one at the boat it seems to shut them down.
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