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  1. captmike28

    Finally, the "Perfect" Tide Clock...

    Ditto your comments, Chinacat. Pemaquid remains my favorite ME lighthouse, hands down! I am also impressed at the attention to detail the folks at NexTide exhibit. Still love and rely on my own piece. But I am a bit torn over loyalty. I purchased the Montauk version, but have it set to Plum...
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    This is scary. What would you have done differently.

    I agree with you completely, John. I don't think anyone denies J.S's ability as a top-notch angler. I suspect very few of us could have hooked, fought, and held on to what had to be a Tarpon of well over 100# on that tackle and from a kayak, no less. What concerns me is that far too may...
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    Looking for recommendations for mobile custom welder

    One of the best in the business is Fred Schoenstein from North Fork Welding in Greenport. Two years ago, the "professional" Captain on the 40" Hinckley docked across from me lost control and took out my port side bow rail while I was sitting in my slip! Fred and his team did an excellent job...
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    Looking for recommendations for mobile custom welder

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    Bucktails

    Typically, I also used to feel green heads were more of a Bluefish attractor. Before meeting Bob most of my Bass bucktails were white or yellow. Of course, Bob tied them in white also. But the presentation on these "overstuffed" jigs must be just too hard for any self-respecting Bass to pass up...
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    Bucktails

    You are correct, Matt. Those are rigged with 3-way swivels for use in the swift, deep waters of The Race and Plum Gut. I have one different point of view compared to Bob on this rig. Personally, I like to use only black 3-way swivels to ward off as many Blues as possible. But the bucktails he...
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    Bucktails

    Yes you did, my friend!
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    Bucktails

    OK, Matt, here you go. Any serous Striped Bass fisherman that sees these bucktails and doesn't get excited ought to think about picking up a golf club!! Top photo is a traditional Smilin' Bill 1.5oz. lead head with 8/0 duratin 2X strong hook Next photo is a mold he called "diablo" with similar...
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    Bucktails

    Have patience, Matt. I will take a few shots and post them tomorrow.
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    Bucktails

    Damn, I was so excited about buying up Bob's Bass bucktails, I didn't even think to ask him about other species-specific jigs he made as well. Looks like I will have to dig out his phone number and hope he still has some of those left!
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    Is It Time For A separate Boats for Hire category

    IMHO, it's well beyond criminal. How many "professions" allow you to totally destroy the folks you are supposed to represent and still keep your job? Sounds "political" to me!!!!:mad:
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    Shimano Tranx 200

    Sorry, Matt. I guess I had another one of those "senior moments":oops: That's what happens when you fish with a dinosaur like me!!
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    Shimano Tranx 200

    Wow, you are a very generous and thoughtful Husband. However, do you really think Jenn needs any more of an advantage? Based upon what I saw last year you better up your game a lot if you hope to catch up!!🤣
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    Bucktails

    Both Roccus and Longcast make excellent points. Although I have fished with many different style bucktails over the years, when it comes to those specifically built for Striped Bass fishing, I must say Robert Skinners personal creations are among the best I have ever seen or fished with...
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    Coast Guard rescues 4 off Long Island

    What the heck are these people doing out in 12-foot seas in early April? If the CG rescue boat could not get out to assist them, they had no business putting everyone in such danger! Damn lucky the Helicopter was able to reach them in time.
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    For sale

    Looks super clean! Are you moving in a different direction, Vinny?
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    Taking your boat into Massachusetts?? You'll need a MA approved boating certificate...

    Like most encounters with law enforcement, the "on the spot" interpretation often comes down to the approach of the individual officer. You could be entirely correct and prove it in court if you have to, but if the officer on the scene wants to give you a hard time for whatever reason, it just...
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    Lep's Flea Market

    I have a couple of these in my collection for many, many years. Still use them, mostly on charters for swift water Striped Bass fishing in the Gut and the Race. Also used to be on my deep-water wreck type rods for Cod when we were still allowed to catch them. IMHO, very well-built workhorse...
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    You might want to read this prior to buying a new GPS/Sounder

    Was having a couple of annoying problems with my 7 y/o Simrad NSS EVO 3 last year. Randomly losing bottom tracing on both my 200 and 50 Hz frequencies. "Reputable" dealer that sold and installed this machine suggested it was a transducer problem, but everything seemed to check out with that...
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    Jersey Fishing Expo

    Sorry I couldn't not make it this year but looks like you guys had a terrific day. I'm sure the tackle vendors were really glad to see this group. You all know the good stuff and are not shy about spending some coin to get it!:D And, as usual, the highlight is always the dinner at Ginos. Can't...

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