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I fished by myself many times last year and wished I had a better netting technique. I lost several fish trying to net it but it was pretty entertaining/comical for the nearby boaters.
After that I just started slinging them in. Most of the fish I caught were less than 15# and on 20#Maxima, I would bring the fish in hot, use their momentum, and pop them up and over the transom. I broke only one fish off and that was due to a bounce off the rigger wire. The bigger fish you had to net. I would strip 10' off and retie and reset. Timing was key.
I did use a glove and get one good wrap before I popped them in. A line cut on the hand is brutal to say the least.
I would definitely recommend netting it over handlining it, but in a pinch or a double or a triple, it was effective for me.
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Yes, my brother Ed just started fishing on the big lake this year, out of Port Sheldon. For those who haven't fished out of Frankfort, it is a superb place. The early mornings were dynamite all summer. The fish cleaning station's lack of grinders is the only downfall. The dumpster is pretty ripe by noon. I am going to try and get out tomorrow if the wind lays down at all and will report on Monday. Tight lines and good luck to all!!!
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Hi.
My name is Mark Wienczewski and I live in Honor, MI with my fiance, Sara. I am originally from Alpena and started fishing kings in high school, some 15 years ago. I now fish primarily out of Frankfort in a classic 19' 1972 Starcraft Holiday that refuses to retire. I look forward to sharing info with all.
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Big Jon 2 electric and 2 manuals. I absolutely love the manuals as they are as fast as you want them to be. These are the first two rods I set as it only takes seconds to get them down.
Had Big Jon replace the clutches this year and they are super silky now.