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Although the trend in FF for many years was to go all "touch screen" most major manufacturers listened to the feedback from a lot of more experienced fisherman and started to offer combination key controls with touch capability. Both my 4-year-old Simrad NSS EVO3 unit its current counterpart...

I do not recall the year when the FF permit regulations changed to make sure newly issued licenses were only offered to commercial fisherman who made the majority of their living from fishing activities. But I think it was well over 10 years ago. So, you are correct in noting that this carve out...

I am glad you have made our Veterans aware of this not so obvious benefit. One of the fellows who works with me as my mate is retired USCG and he "won the lottery". He uses his license, just as you have suggested, on a P/T basis for a little extra retirement income. Excellent way to help both...

Thanks for the education, Roccus. Only thing that compares for me were the few Tarpon I caught in Puerto Rico about 10 years ago. And those were tiny compared to these beasts. On a half day charter, I was the sole fisherman with a local Captain, and we were using medium weight spinning gear...

Considering the perilously low numbers of Sturgeon left, it seems really reckless to me they allow any "spear fishing" We are worried about the mortality rate of Striped Bass caught on hook and line while these guys are flinging spears? I suspect a glancing blow from one of those daggers could...

Thanks for the update, Dom. I plan to do my homework and be present at the Kings Park meeting.

Actually, Guy, over the years Cutco has done a mix of resharpening and replacement for me. I guess it depends upon the amount of wear on the blade during any given year. But typically mine gets a very large amount of use, hopefully not abuse. Still there are times when I do find several deep...

Actually, Dom, with the warmer water temps we have seen in the last few years, my local bait supplier does procure their early season green crabs for resale from locations further north. So, I guess part of the price we pay to fish for Tog in shirtsleeves in mid October is the cost of fuel for...

Judging by the size of your crew and the number of baskets, I would say you enjoyed quite a feast that day! Regarding the locking mechanism on the Cutco, it is rock solid regardless of whether you work at the 6" minimum, 9" maximum extension, or anywhere in between. In my opinion it is a fairly...

Sounds like a new challenge to attempt this season, Matt. I would be happy to give you some lessons on one of your trips. There is definitely an increased sense of satisfaction in both catching and then performing the prep work yourself. Not that you ever have to on my boat, but if you want to...

Wow, those are some serious upgrades, Rocco. Best of luck with the new tools. Those poor Fluke will not stand a chance!!:D

Two thoughts come to mind. First, if they are so invasive and widespread, shouldn't the price be coming down? Will I actually see a reduction in my bait costs this fall? Kind of doubt it. Second, I don't care who prepares them, they will always be BAIT in my mind! 😱 Plenty of other tasty things...

That is a very impressive collection you have Crabman! I also love the names on the handles of some, perhaps to warn others to stay away from your more preferred models? I cannot deny the excellent performance, value, and longevity of most of Dexter's products. I also own and regularly use...

This photo is really hard to look at. Anyone who has fished for Tog in the NY/NJ area over the last several years has witnessed the decline, no matter where you fish in our waters. Is there even time left to salvage this coveted species? Why do you think so many folks are going to RI and MD...

Careful what you ask for Mitch. I just might give you the "Mother of all Homework Assignments"!!!🤣

I appreciate your feedback, Guy, and I will do the best I can with the very short amount of time I will have to cover this one subject. I can envision how to add some of the requests you have made. However, it is also important to realize that I could easily spend my entire hour on the Tides...

Actually, understanding both Tides and current flow are important to being able to score consistently with all species. I will provide both some basics and a bit more detailed information in a classroom setting. However, that is only the start of the learning curve. Once you are comfortable...

I just spoke with Bob Wilson yesterday and it looks like they should be announcing the speaker list by early Feb, maybe a bit sooner. I don't know the exact process on how they select the presenters, but I do believe they try to give folks who have the experience and skill to all have a fair...

Be sure to paint a nice big "Bullseye" on the back, Lep! My eyesight is not as good as it used to be!!!:ROFLMAO:

Having the much larger information display a full screen offers is always a plus. As Pete said, and many others who have tried it notice, unless you are running "PC Monitor" sized displays seeing the most critical information from a distance is futile on a split small screen display. In...