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General Equipment Discussion Jump to new posts
Bee Ready Rod holders Lochsley123 1 hour ago
Where I can find some? Web page doesn’t load to be able to purchase.
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Rods & Reels Jump to new posts
13 Fishing Reels dk2429 3 hours ago
I'm curious if any of you guys have tried any of the new Concept reels (Concept A2, Concept C2), etc... All of my baitcasters are the original Concept A/C/TX reels and they are absolute tanks. I need to add another rod/reel setup to my arsenal and naturally want to get the Concept A2 but I'm curious if the quality went down from their original run of reels? Just looking for any experience with their new run of reels

Thanks
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Videos Jump to new posts
Big Bass Crushes Glidebait on Lake Decker AustinBassFishingGuide 4 hours ago
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Whites - Hybrids - Striper Jump to new posts
After 2 Steps Forward, We Took 1 Step Back -- 55 Fish, Hazy Eye Slabs, 18 March ( 1 photo) Holding The Line 5 hours ago
WHO I FISHED WITH: This morning, Monday, March 18, I fished with returning guests Dave and Steve Wise. Dave is a Minnesota-based snowbird who makes his way down to Texas about twice a year to visit with his dad and his brother, Steve, who reside in the north Austin area.



Here is how the fishing went…


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PHOTO CAPTION: From left: Brothers Steve and Dave Wise paired up on Lake Belton for a 2-man catch of 55 white bass despite the cold front conditions they faced this morning.



WHERE WE FISHED: Lake Belton

WHEN WE FISHED: Monday, 18 Mar. 2024 (AM)

HOW WE FISHED:

After a nice four-day long, midweek warm-up last week, which really nudged the white bass fishing in the right direction, we lived through a three-day cold snap with the coldest of the weather occurring this morning.



It was only 48° at the end of the boat ramp on Lake Belton as we launched this morning, although tomorrow morning is supposed to be even colder due to limited cloud cover overnight . Last Thursday saw the very first threadfin shad spawning, but there was no such activity this morning. In fact, there was not much shallow water activity at all. We caught only 3 fish in under 17 feet of water today, whereas the majority of the 280 fish caught last Wednesday and Thursday mornings came in under 15 feet of water.



Today, we had to go “low and slow“, with vertical use of slabs, using a slow-smoking tactic.



One productive adjustment I made today was to upsize to the white, three-quarter ounce, Bladed Hazy Eye Slab. Last week’s start of spawning activity and abundant shallow water white bass activity showed me that the fish were willing to go after meals quite a bit larger than the 5/8 ounce presentation I had been defaulting to over the winter.



Although we found fish in 22 to 35 feet of water just about everywhere I looked, the group size of these fish was not massive, so, we picked up a few fish, then moved, picked up a few more fish, then moved, and so on.



As is often the case when fish are sluggish, as they were this morning, the fish typically flared up and expressed interest in the first few minutes we made our presentations, and then grew indifferent to our presentations soon thereafter. Our peak activity came between 9:30 and 10:45 this morning. After 10:45, the skies began to clear significantly with the first direct sunlight of the morning shining on the water , and the fish just seemed to begin to really slack off after that.



For their efforts, Dave and Steve wound up with 55 fish — all white bass and still more than a limit’s worth, but not near the kind of tallies we saw during the ideal weather conditions late last week.



Find the 3/4-ounce Bladed Hazy Eye Slab here: https://whitebasstools.com/



TALLY: 55 fish caught and released



OBSERVATIONS: No spawning activity observed this morning thanks to a cold front over the weekend dropping this morning’s low to 48F.

WEATHER DATA:

Start Time: 7:40A

End Time: 12:15P

Air Temp. @ Trip’s Start: 48F

Elevation: 12.01 feet low, 33 CFS flow

Water Surface Temp: 61.3F on the surface.

Wind Speed & Direction: NNE 8-13 mph

Sky Condition: 80% grey cloud cover at trip’s start, clearing to 60% high, thin, white cloud cover by trip’s end.

Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous moon at 63% illumination.

GT = 50

Wx SNAPSHOT:

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AREAS FISHED WITH SUCCESS:

Best areas were 968 (28 fish), and B0271G (18 fish)


Bob Maindelle

Full-time, Professional Fishing Guide and Owner of Holding the Line Guide Service

Belton Lake Fishing Guide, Stillhouse Hollow Fishing Guide

254.368.7411 (call or text)

Website: www.HoldingTheLineGuideService.com

E-mail: Bob@HoldingTheLineGuideService.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/bobmaindelle

Twitter: www.twitter.com/bobmaindelle
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Boats & Motors Jump to new posts
Outboard dies d75bender 5 hours ago
I have an 18ft Ranger bass boat with a 1998 Evinrude FICT fuel injection motor and I just replaced the 2, 14 gallon fuel tanks with 1, 25 gallon fuel tank and my motor dies occasionally just after getting on a plane. I replaced the entire gas tank, pickup assy, all hoses, anti-siphon valve, gas squeeze bulb. Every now and again after pushing the throttle WOT to get on a plane the boat will die shortly after getting on a plane. I noticed the little gas squeeze bulb isn't full at all when it dies, I squeeze it until its hard then then motor will fire up and I can keep on going. My mechanic tested the fuel pump and he said it's a bit noisy but is working and in specs and he didn't have an issues.

I noticed the way I routed the hoses from the fuel pick up to the water separator to the fuel bulb is lower then the fuel level in the gas tank. Would that cause an issue or does this sound more like a fuel pump intermittently going out?

Every single time the motor dies the gas bulb is empty, I squeeze it till its full then it starts up and I can keep on going. Today was the first time it happened twice in the same day, normally it may happen once every few trips and I'd like to get this taken care of before it leaves me stranded but I've taken it in twice and they can't find anything.

Any suggestions?

Thanks.
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Tournament Dates & Information Jump to new posts
Wednesday Evening Jackpot Lake Brownwood 2024 Joe Dogg Yesterday at 11:29 PM
MARCH 13th TOURNAMENT
ON LAKE BROWNWOOD

30 PEOPLE participated

The lake conditions were as follows:
Weather was Partly Cloudy
Wind: 0 to 13 mph South South West
Air temp: Start 85* End 34*
Water was Clear to Dirty 62* to 66*
There were 38 fish weighed in for a total of 98.50lbs.
Out of 30 contestants 17 people weighed in fish with 7 limits.
CONTESTANTS

1st. Curtis Duncan...................................12.30
2nd. Jacob Buchanan...............................10.19
3rd. Joey Wynn.........................................8.35
4th. Brad Windham...................................8.00
5th. Brandon Anglin.................................7.71
6th. Brandon Blaylock..............................6.84
7th. Jason Buchanan.................................6.69
8th. Jeff Windham....................................6.01
9th. Mykia Anderson................................4.53

Big Bass
1st. Curtis Duncan....................................7.61
2nd. Joey Wynn.......................................4.87

Junior Division
1st. Brexton Harth.....................................1.93
2nd.
3rd.

BIG BASS/YR.
Curtis Duncan........................................7.61
Joey Wynn..............................................4.87

BIG STRINGER/YR
Curtis Duncan........................................12.30
Jacob Buchanan....................................10.19

WEEKLEY STANDINGS
1. Curtis Duncan......................................................12.80
2. Jacob Buchanan...................................................10.69
3. Joey Wynn.............................................................8.85
4. Brad Windham......................................................8.50
5. Brandon Anglin.....................................................8.21
6. Brandon Blaylock................................................7.34
7. Jason Buchanan...................................................7.19
8. Jeff Windham......................................................6.51
9. Mykia Anderson..................................................5.03
10. Tim Manley.......................................................4.47
11. Dane Widner.....................................................4.36
12. Paul Hutchings..................................................4.29
13. Lance Bills.........................................................3.95
14. Chris Sullivan....................................................3.87
15. Donald Batteas...................................................3.74
16. Robbie Dudley...................................................3.05
17. Jack Saling.........................................................2.22
18. Bonnie Widner......................................................50
19. William Works......................................................50
20. Ronnie Charanza...................................................50
21. Dennis Jackson......................................................50
22. Cade Wilson..........................................................50
23. David Wilson.........................................................50
24. Isaiah Salazar.........................................................50
25. Mike Reynolds.......................................................50
26. Wyatt Mc Millian..................................................50
27. Ray Vega...............................................................50
28. Terrance Hill..........................................................50
29. Adam Miranda.......................................................50



Youth Division
1. Brexton Harth.......................................................2.43
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Videos Jump to new posts
Texoma has some 🐸! KillrB Yesterday at 11:27 PM
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Hope y’all enjoy! I lost some stuff on this one!
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Boats & Motors Jump to new posts
What does it run to rebuild a 150 Mercury EFI nowadays? DAN-O Yesterday at 11:25 PM
Is it better to rebuild what you have if it needs it, or look for a used motor cheaper?
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Trading Post - Swap - Classifieds Jump to new posts
Garmin LVS62 Transducer for sale mbury21 Yesterday at 10:30 PM
Kicking around the idea of selling my LVS62 transducer. I used it a few times. It’s in perfect condition.
Not sure on price just yet. I know new they cost $2500 +
I’d be willing to take a reasonable offer
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Bank Fishing Jump to new posts
Crappie - McLennan, Coryell, and Bell Counties CrappiePapi Yesterday at 09:31 PM
Anyone catching any crappie in the shallows around Waco, Belton, or the Leon River?
I've only been running into white bass and gar lately.
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Trading Post - Swap - Classifieds Jump to new posts
The eagle has landed... shut-up-and-fish Yesterday at 07:56 PM
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Trading Post - Swap - Classifieds Jump to new posts
Power Pole, Rods, Reels Patta-whack Yesterday at 07:07 PM
Please call or text 903-441-1978. Located in Ovilla, TX close to Waxahachie. Prefer to meet FTF in south DFW area and not ship, but will consider at your cost.

Used 8' Power Pole with jack plate bracket, pump, hoses, lanyard remote, and dash remote - $400. Everything works well but would not hurt to replace the bushings in the pole. I just replaced the bushings a couple of years ago and don't use it much so they are OK for now.

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Dobyns DRX 755C - $300. Rod is like new, cork sealed with U40. This is Dobyns top of the line rod. I used it for big football head jigs.

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Dobyns DX 805 Flip/Punch - $250. In excellent shape and rarely used.

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3 Abu Garcia Revo Premier reels. 2 are 6.6:1 and 1 is 7.3:1 - $100 each. All work great and no issues. Recently cleaned and lubed.

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non-fishing CLASSIFIEDS Jump to new posts
Club Car 48v ReelBusy Yesterday at 06:34 PM
2001 Club Car , good batteries
Located in Glen Rose
$2,300

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Trading Post - Swap - Classifieds Jump to new posts
2011 Skeeter ZX 250 bass214 Yesterday at 05:47 PM
2011 Skeeter ZX 250 2011 Yamaha 250
with 600 hrs and118-120 compression
Runs great and looks wonderful.
36 volt ultrex, 10" Garmin with lvs 32
$25000 or best offer.
Zapata Texas on Falcon lake
Message for pictures
Gary 903-539-6685.

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Kayak Fishing Jump to new posts
BPS Kayak fishing package???? Dinty Yesterday at 04:11 PM
Ive been looking at this kayak package from BPS https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/ascend-133x-tournament-sit-on-top-kayak-ultimate-fishing-package . I searched the forum and didnt see anything about this Im wondering what the seasoned yak'rs thoughts and concerns are. Ive read the 7 reviews on the website, was hoping a member has some experience in these. thanks in advance.
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Trading Post - Swap - Classifieds Jump to new posts
Garmin Echomap Ultra 126SV / New In Box Champion 221 Elite Yesterday at 03:43 PM
New In Box!
Garmin Echomap Ultra 126SV w/ GT-54 Transducer
$1499.00 Cash FTF

Located in Grand Saline,Tx (Lake Fork Area)

Please text to 903 292 8854 for Fastest Reply!
Thank You!
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Trading Post - Swap - Classifieds Jump to new posts
Helix 10 Chirp Mega SI/GPS G2N TRH (formerly xpress00) Yesterday at 03:37 PM
Transducer, power cord, cover included. 1000 hours. Works great, just don't use it anymore. $700.
Can send pics to email or phone.
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non-fishing CLASSIFIEDS Jump to new posts
Compound Bow New_Guy Yesterday at 03:06 PM
I’m starting over, so selling everything. Would be a great first bow for someone. PSE pro series revenge, comes with 9 maxima carbon red arrows, some shwacker broadheads, 4 pin trophy ridge sight, 4 arrow quiver, and 4 gold tip arrows with field tips. String is still in good shape. $500. Will throw in Scott’s archery B3 wrist release for full price. $500 OBO.
Feel free to text at 903- nine zero zero-9210
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Off Topic Jump to new posts
Hope to make a young man's evening. jbassman Yesterday at 02:21 PM
Our neighbor's son,, mother passed away suddenly 3 weeks ago and he is struggling with this,we had them over for dinner yesterday and his dad told us that his son is a Huge Mavericks and Warriors' fan, his 2 favorite players will be playing against each other.

Just wanted to reach out and see if anyone had 2 tickets April 5th for this game,it would mean alot to this family that's dealing with such a tragic loss. Thank you.
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Open Saltwater Discussion Jump to new posts
March 2024 Florida New Smyrna Daytona Orlando CaptMichaelSavedow Yesterday at 01:34 PM
Spring here in East Central Florida means the return of coastal migratory fish species that have spent the winter further south on the eastern seaboard, waiting for rising water temperatures to signal their northward spring migration. Along the intracoastal waterway and the beach, Tarpon, Jack Crevalle, Bluefish, Ladyfish, Pompano, also bait fish Glass Minnows, Mullet, Pilchards and Sardines begin the annual cycle, swimming north in spring. Game fish striking bait on the surface make for great sight fishing, casting a lure, fly or bait right into the white water strikes can be an instant hookup, in spring , shrimp are also on the move here especially on a dropping tide in the morning and nighttime. Resident fish also become more active with warming water and more food, Seatrout, Snook, Redfish, Black Drum and others, recently Ella was out with me along with her family, catching many different species including a few nice Black Drum ……………….

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Kristin from Alaska was out again with me throwing the fly, catching several species in the backcountry, including a few fun Ladyfish, spring can be good for flyfishing here with the schooling gamefish and surface activity ……

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CALL OR TEXT ME ANYTIME 386-689-3781
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Capt. Michael Savedow
Edgewater River Guide, Inc. Since 2003
386-689-3781
https://EdgewaterRiverGuide.com/orlando-fishing-guide
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Trading Post - Swap - Classifieds Jump to new posts
Skeeter boat cover Redwatermelon Yesterday at 04:03 AM
Looking for a reasonably priced new or like new Skeeter boat cover for a 2017 ZX225
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General Equipment Discussion Jump to new posts
Boat Cover Alterations JClayC 03/17/24 03:44 PM
I'm looking for someone to do some alterations on my cover. I'm in Frisco so I prefer the north Dallas area, if possible.
Thanks,
Clay
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Catfishing Jump to new posts
Set Em’ & Get Em’ Bank Poles!! (10 Ft. Pre-Rigged) Somewhere Fishin’ 03/17/24 06:29 AM
“Set Em & Get Em” Bank Poles comes in bundles of 10. $150 per bundle
Comes fully ready to catch catfish! Located In Rusk, Texas
Available for pick-up or meet up only.
Great for Catfish tournaments or weekend fun with family & friends! GUARANTEED FUN FOR EVERYBODY!

Willing to meet up on my off days or you can pick up! Pull up and we load you up!

Made to be set at a 45 degree angle in the mud or clay
Can be set by boat, kayak, or on Foot
Can be set In River Banks or
Shallow Water on the lake
Long Lasting Poles
1/2in x 10Ft in Length To Reach That Log Jam Or Eddie Swirl
Great Flexing Ability
10/0 Hooks For Big Baits
High Viz Reflective Tape For Night Fishing
Catfish Rattles For Extra Enticement
165lb Test Swivels
165 lb Tensile Strength Main/Leader Line
Comes Fully Rigged!!
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Open Freshwater Discussion Jump to new posts
Pre-Rigged Bank Poles/Ditty Poles Somewhere Fishin’ 03/17/24 06:17 AM
“Set Em & Get Em” Bank Poles comes in bundles of 10. $150 per bundle
Comes fully ready to catch catfish!
Available for pick-up or meet up only. Located in Rusk Texas Call (903)405-7071 to schedule pick up
Great for Catfish tournaments or weekend fun with family & friends! GUARANTEED FUN FOR EVERYBODY!

Willing to meet up on my off days or you can pick up! Pull up and we load you up!

Made to be set at a 45 degree angle in the mud or clay
Can be set by boat, kayak, or on Foot
Can be set In River Banks or
Shallow Water on the lake
Long Lasting Poles
1/2in x 10Ft in Length To Reach That Log Jam Or Eddie Swirl
Great Flexing Ability
10/0 Hooks For Big Baits
High Viz Reflective Tape For Night Fishing
Catfish Rattles For Extra Enticement
165lb Test Swivels
165 lb Tensile Strength Main/Leader Line
Comes Fully Rigged!!
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bass clubs Jump to new posts
March Meeting & Tournaments - McKinney Bass Club David Burton 03/17/24 04:17 AM
You read that right, tournaments... We have two of those this coming weekend. Our meeting for March will be at 7:00pm on Monday, March 18th. We are back at Kelly's at the Village in Allen, TX. The address is:

Kelly's at the Village
190 E. Stacy Rd., Ste 1204
Allen, TX 75002

Our two tournaments are on Saturday & Sunday. Details for this road trip to Temple, Tx follows:

Saturday, March 23rd Stillhouse Hollow Lake

  • First Cast: 7:00AM
  • Lines Out: 3:00PM
  • Please be checked in by 3:30PM for weigh-in


Weigh In Location:
Dana Peak Ramp,
3800 Comanche Gap Rd, Harker Heights, TX 76548


Sunday, March 24th Belton Lake

  • First Cast: 7:00AM
  • Lines Out: 2:00PM
  • Please be checked in by 2:30PM for weigh-in


Weigh In Location:
Cedar Ridge Ramp,
Cedar Ridge Park
Temple, Texas 76502
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