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05-02-2023, 07:44 PM
Thread: Like riding a bike…
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Like riding a bike…
Got invited to do some live scoping on my home lake despite living 2 hours away now. Unsurprisingly I got the crappie bug again. I’ll post some jig pictures here as I fill up my jig box. Feel free to...
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05-02-2023, 01:48 PM
Thread: Jig (Fly) Box Recommendations
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Thanks guys got one coming
Thanks guys got one coming
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05-01-2023, 09:43 PM
Thread: Jig (Fly) Box Recommendations
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Jig (Fly) Box Recommendations
Looking for a nice fly style jig box that’ll hold a bunch of 1/64, 1/32, and a few 1/16 and 1/8th oz jigs. Any recommendations? Been out of the crappie game too long.
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04-15-2023, 10:31 PM
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Good deal hopefully he’ll see his messages soon....
Good deal hopefully he’ll see his messages soon. Sent him a pm last night.
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04-15-2023, 07:56 PM
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Looking for some crazy angler clown chenille
I really need a bag of crazy angler clown new age chenille, it’s fl orange/chartreuse variegated with a little black in it. Doesn’t look like it’s available on the website but I emailed to ask just...
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06-04-2020, 07:18 PM
Thread: need some more advice
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A lot of us use a Spyder Odyssey Griffin in the...
A lot of us use a Spyder Odyssey Griffin in the 90$ range.
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06-01-2020, 12:09 AM
Thread: I need Help or ideas on a jig
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376958 I did black/chartreuse/orange. Sharpie...
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05-27-2020, 11:54 PM
Thread: New to pouring
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I use Zeiner's almost exclusively when I can...I...
I use Zeiner's almost exclusively when I can...I buy bulk 3D eyes and some other hooks they don't carry to save but they get most of my business. They're good, helpful people. Don't order directly...
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05-27-2020, 07:47 PM
Thread: double eyelet jig , no collar wanted
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That would be a very easy modification but I'm...
That would be a very easy modification but I'm full up on orders as well. Do you pour?
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05-26-2020, 12:47 AM
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Sorry for the late reply, I've been on vacation....
Sorry for the late reply, I've been on vacation. I used Mustad 32746.
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05-15-2020, 02:36 PM
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Finally Jumped on the Freestyle Jig Bandwagon
Finally grabbed the 1/32 - 3/16th oz Freestyle mold. Making these for a local bait shop so I snapped a picture before I put my hang tags on. Really liking it so far! Just 250 left to go... :bash
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05-15-2020, 07:54 AM
Thread: bait bags(small zip lock) wtb
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You can find them on eBay, Amazon, and local...
You can find them on eBay, Amazon, and local craft stores like Michael's and Hobby Lobby. If you want to reuse the bags look for 4 mil thick.
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05-04-2020, 02:35 AM
Thread: Favorite color
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Use as many as you can...if I'm single pole...
Use as many as you can...if I'm single pole jigging I start with a green chartreuse with black flake.
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05-04-2020, 02:34 AM
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Thermacell. Less effective if you're moving....
Thermacell. Less effective if you're moving. Great for stationary fishing.
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05-01-2020, 04:25 PM
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I would just do chenille body and marabou....
I would just do chenille body and marabou. Bucktail is better for fishing vertical since your action comes when the hair goes up and down, IMO anyway. It'll still catch fish being trolled/casted no...
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04-30-2020, 09:22 PM
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I've only used #4 and #2 but the Eagle Claws look...
I've only used #4 and #2 but the Eagle Claws look about the same. I've read the Mustads run big for their size but never tried one.
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04-26-2020, 10:30 PM
Thread: Just a few
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Looks good! I think we as a group don't do enough...
Looks good! I think we as a group don't do enough head and feather jigs be it marabou or hackle.
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04-16-2020, 12:15 PM
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Here's what I tie. 1 oz with size D thread. A...
Here's what I tie. 1 oz with size D thread. A little beat up from a few trips in the ocean.
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04-16-2020, 12:05 PM
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I don't really think you need to use it until you...
I don't really think you need to use it until you start tying 1/2 or 3/4 oz bucktails. I've never tried GSP. I tried Kevlar thread and it's fine but the color bleeds and is expensive. I use thin...
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04-12-2020, 03:09 AM
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I bought some size A Danville rod wrapping thread...
I bought some size A Danville rod wrapping thread and it is a very strandy nylon. Too slick for my bucktails. I use size D rod tying thread, I think it's a 3 strand braid. It's about like upholstery...
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04-05-2020, 02:56 PM
Thread: Which Hook should I buy?
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The Eagle Claw Lil Nastys are ok. They're not...
The Eagle Claw Lil Nastys are ok. They're not stick in your nail sharp like the Matzuos were. Haven't gotten my hands on the Mustads yet.
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03-24-2020, 03:30 PM
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If you're not looking for something to put in the...
If you're not looking for something to put in the oven I made a rack for airbrushed jigs and crankbaits out of threaded rod and 2 2x2s. Have about 20 bucks in it. Can snap a picture if you want.
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03-23-2020, 12:59 PM
Thread: Prayer Request
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Prayers sent my friend. Hope you're doing well...
Prayers sent my friend. Hope you're doing well these days yourself!
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03-21-2020, 08:40 PM
Thread: Wateree Cats 3/21
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Wateree Cats 3/21
Catfish bite is still on fire, big females are feeding up. Got a 20, 22, and a 23 in about 2.5 hours today 4:20-7. Tried to stick it out until 100 lb total but my back couldn't take any longer....
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03-16-2020, 03:51 AM
Thread: Need help on flies for white bass...
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A white or white and shad grey Clouser is...
A white or white and shad grey Clouser is probably the best choice. I'd tie it with heavy eyes so you can strip it fast and keep it deep enough.
https://i.imgur.com/RfKVHS3.jpg
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03-16-2020, 03:51 AM
Thread: Need help on flies for white bass...
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A white or white and shad grey Clouser is...
A white or white and shad grey Clouser is probably the best choice. I'd tie it with heavy eyes so you can strip it fast and keep it deep enough.
https://i.imgur.com/RfKVHS3.jpg
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02-27-2020, 05:38 PM
Thread: Paint color
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Try a base coat of white first.
Try a base coat of white first.
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02-26-2020, 03:23 PM
Thread: Is this worth it?
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I've used it for 12-13 years or so with 0...
I've used it for 12-13 years or so with 0 complaints. #10 hooks up to 4X strong 8/0 bucktail jig hooks.
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02-25-2020, 08:11 PM
Thread: Jigheads with gamakatsu hooks
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I can but don't usually for crappie. Expensive...
I can but don't usually for crappie. Expensive hooks when you lose a bunch.
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02-24-2020, 07:45 PM
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Prayers going up. Be safe out there folks.
Prayers going up. Be safe out there folks.
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