DarkBlue

If it smooths out at higher rpm's then throw some trolling bags out so you can run the engine up and maintain the slower speed. If there is nothing mechanically wrong with the motor then this would be a simple fix.

And welcome to the site.

Chris

20 lb. Ande. No problems.

Chris

Early morning bite has been good, and much better than the evening. Straight out and south, 100 to 150 fow. Spoons and f/f's have been good with blues and greens being best. I switch over to mostly meat as the sun comes up and start searching the deeper water.

Ludington has been good also, and it's not a long ride down to the point.

Good luck,

Chris

I think that would make a great tournament boat!

Chris

NJ Matt. Gonna be some big fish around here this year.

Chris

Keith,

The fish seem to be scattered now due to the cold front that moved in a few days ago. I was out last night from Onekama and had to work to get the eight or nine bites I got. Most came on riggers 80 feet or more down, but I picked up a couple steelies in the high water. Started in 180 fow, and ended up in 120 fow. Blue and green dolphin spoons seemed to be the best. Had one big rip on a flasher/fly on a low dipsy diver, but it came unbuttoned.

I think Manistee or Arcadia will work for you, but if it was me I would go Manistee because you are closer to ludington and can head that way if it heats up to the south.

Shoot me a PM if you need anything else. And good luck.

Chris

Yea That^^^^

Double "ya that".

Chris

push em down

Jason will likely be correct. The fish will be deeper, unless we get a strong north wind prior to that. If I'm wrong about this, blame Jason.

Chris

I use Ugly Sticks also. Things are tough, and handle copper with no problems.

Chris

I also like the 15/10 or 15/12, but 15/15 would be interesting.

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I have a feeling you will still feel him on the boat from time to time. God speed, and prayers sent.

Chris

Very nice. Congrats to her.

Chris

Simple to put on, simple to remove. Can be put onto the line anywhere you like with a stopper holding it in place. That is the way I would go rather than any type of disk.

Good luck,

Chris

I guess I am a little confused by what you are asking. Are you planning on letting out a section of copper, and then attach it to a diver, and then let it out using rod/reel? If so I don't know how you would reel the copper back in. Again, I'm not sure what you are asking so I may be way off.

I know that I would only use copper alone by itself, or with dive bombs. I think anything else and you asking for trouble.

Chris

thanks Chris for that clearification.

No problem Jim. Happy to help.

Chris

Wire = fish = awesome!

Chris

I spoke with a DNR Officer regarding this issue and was told that driving the boat would not constitute fishing, even if trolling. What they look for is anyone handling a rod/reel, assisting with said rod/reel, or in some other way attempting to, or landing a fish, or assisting in attempting to, or landing a fish. If you are doing any of those things you would need a license.

The definition for fishing is in section 324.43503 of the NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (EXCERPT) Act 451 of 1994, and reads as follows;

“Fishing means the pursuing, capturing, catching, killing, or taking of fish, and includes attempting to pursue, capture, catch, kill, or take fish."

So, according to my DNR friend, driving the boat would not fall into any of those categories. IMO driving a boat may be considered "pursuing", the DNR does not read it that way.

I asked if it was thought that way across the board, and was told that is looked at as the norm.

Just bear in mind this is from but one DNR Officer, but is seems to be very good, solid information.

But, I also agree that purchasing a license is the best method. You are also giving a little back.

Hope this helps in some way.

Chris

Seng's has a nice place. Let me know when you get a boat name. I'll come check her out.

Chris

I also fished 4/22 and we went 4 for 5 all kings. Chris, I think the traffic at launch will be a cluster when busy. They spent a bunch of money yet made zero improvement for high % of the traffic.

I agree. They didn't do much in any way to assist with the flow of the high volume of boats. But it is what it is. But, at least they patched up 1st St. That thing was a mess, and the cosmetic changes are very nice.

Chris

Nice job. It was definately a bit rough out there yesterday. How'd you like the new roadway and traffic circle leading down to the ramp area? (I am assuming you launched out of 1st st.) Looks like they are just about done with the construction.

Chris

Congrats. I will see you up here in Manistee. Give me a shout sometime.

Chris

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I was thinking the same thing .... 87 I graduated that year too, I started scratching my head and counting on my fingers. [/quote']

That's funny! I was sitting next to my 11 year old daughter as I was reading it and started counting on my fingers. My daughter asked what I was doing, to which I responded "math". She gave me a real funny look when I did it twice.

Chris

Man, I need to stop drinking beer before posting:D

Don't do that. The most interesting things usually happen after someone has been drinking beer. Been on both sides of that coin.

Chris

Love the iron wood. She looks great. And I don't know if it makes you feel better, but she is only 25 years old. I graduated in 87', and I feel old enough. Please don't make it worse. Lol!

Chris

No, you combat fished last year. I combat rode around and broke your equipment:)

Yup, that's funny.

Chris