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by Crusader
Mon Aug 23, 2021 5:26 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: TKF Proposal.
Replies: 19
Views: 4688

Re: TKF Proposal.

Developing an app would cost tens of thousands of dollars. Depending on functionality you want it to have... It can easily shoot into hundreds of thousands and more. It will lock you to given platform (Apple, Google, etc). It will make you vulnerable -- e.g. Apple will kick your app off their platf...
by Crusader
Tue Jul 06, 2021 12:32 pm
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Loving County, TX, impoundment of the Pecos River...
Replies: 2
Views: 2915

Re: Loving County, TX, impoundment of the Pecos River...

Here is some info about it: https://www.waterdatafortexas.org/reservoirs/individual/red-bluff https://tpwd.texas.gov/fishboat/fish/recreational/lakes/red_bluff/ doesn't look particularly exciting, but you never know until you go... Some of my best fishing trips happened on water that is completely i...
by Crusader
Thu Jun 17, 2021 1:00 am
Forum: Fishing Reports
Topic: Powerboat success at John Wayne Cut!
Replies: 11
Views: 4833

Re: Powerboat success at John Wayne Cut!

Here, found a good video -- you could see how menhaden school looks like normally and how it looks like when something is chasing them. I saw precisely that at SLP when incoming tide sucked in bunch of clear water into the bay (alas, no feeding).
by Crusader
Wed Jun 16, 2021 12:45 pm
Forum: Fishing Reports
Topic: Powerboat success at John Wayne Cut!
Replies: 11
Views: 4833

Re: Powerboat success at John Wayne Cut!

The N 5 wind had flattened and calmed the surf, so we motored out past the toll bridge to see acres of silver shad snapping and popping all around us. There were groups of seagulls and terns crashing the water to get at them. All that rowdy action led us to believe there were gamefish attacking the...
by Crusader
Tue Jun 08, 2021 1:45 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Probably just a come-on...but?
Replies: 17
Views: 4418

Re: Probably just a come-on...but?

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by Crusader
Thu May 06, 2021 12:34 pm
Forum: Camping
Topic: The River Goes On Forever And The Paddling Never Ends (Brazos River Trip Report)
Replies: 7
Views: 17339

Re: The River Goes On Forever And The Paddling Never Ends (Brazos River Trip Report)

Nice trip and very good writeup, I enjoyed reading it. That was some serious adventuring... My respects!
by Crusader
Tue May 04, 2021 2:35 pm
Forum: Fishing Reports
Topic: Record small mouth bass caught on the Devils River
Replies: 2
Views: 3926

Re: Record small mouth bass caught on the Devils River

Looks about 12lbs to me, no less than 22" :mrgreen:
by Crusader
Thu Apr 29, 2021 12:07 am
Forum: Fishing Reports
Topic: 3-20-21 Lake Somerville (((Spring Break - REPORT)))
Replies: 9
Views: 3827

Re: 3-20-21 Lake Somerville (((Spring Break - REPORT)))

Interesting. That pic is my brother. I'll let him know so he can check it out as well. I am learning some photography (and related software), just recently was watching video on how to make portraits extra gritty/dramatic. This one is called Dragan Effect -- original photo caught my eye as pretty g...
by Crusader
Mon Apr 26, 2021 9:37 pm
Forum: Fishing Reports
Topic: 3-20-21 Lake Somerville (((Spring Break - REPORT)))
Replies: 9
Views: 3827

Re: 3-20-21 Lake Somerville (((Spring Break - REPORT)))

Thanks for checking out my report. I hope you guys enjoyed it. Good luck on your next fishing trip and tight lines! I played with one of your images, result isn't ideal considering resolution of source material (and my meager skill), but you might like it :) (click on it for full-resolution image) ...
by Crusader
Mon Mar 01, 2021 1:20 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: POTLICKER
Replies: 14
Views: 6898

Re: POTLICKER

Here is a business idea -- bent rods! (i.e. manufactured to be bent without any load) I need to patent this... :mrgreen:
by Crusader
Mon Feb 22, 2021 3:17 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Cold Enough For You?!
Replies: 51
Views: 14052

Re: Cold Enough For You?!

https://www.louisianasportsman.com/fishing/guessing-redfish-age-can-be-tricky/ Redfish grow a lot faster than you might think. Take a look at the link. 2 year old redfish average 27”. A quote from your own source (with emphasis added): A few 2-year-old fish will be mature enough to spawn. They will...
by Crusader
Sun Feb 21, 2021 12:48 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Cold Enough For You?!
Replies: 51
Views: 14052

Re: Cold Enough For You?!

Redfish ought to be in much better shape than trout. Most all the big breeders are safe in relatively warm offshore waters and redfish are tougher than trout in the cold anyway. Yeah, but on the other hand it takes couple of years (4-5?) for redfish to reach 24". I.e. if they get wiped out in ...
by Crusader
Wed Feb 03, 2021 10:21 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Shoffer's PB Speckled Trout!
Replies: 30
Views: 13758

Re: Shoffer's PB Speckled Trout!

Dandydon wrote:You sure that pencil Trout is really 24 inches?
24.5". My hands are smaller than they seem :mrgreen:
by Crusader
Mon Feb 01, 2021 12:59 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Shoffer's PB Speckled Trout!
Replies: 30
Views: 13758

Re: Shoffer's PB Speckled Trout!

shoffer wrote:Let's see a picture of yours, Crusader. Join the party.
Here is some "fishing pron" (24.5") from day before yesterday:
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by Crusader
Mon Feb 01, 2021 12:37 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Got my first COVID Vaccine shot today!
Replies: 18
Views: 10328

Re: Got my first COVID Vaccine shot today!

The sooner we achieve "herd immunity," the sooner we can ditch these damn face-masks and start partying again! Absolutely nothing prevents us from ditching muzzles right now. Their efficacy at preventing spread is laughable (especially in close quarters, like airplane, etc). Maybe slows d...
by Crusader
Tue Jan 19, 2021 2:21 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Shoffer's PB Speckled Trout!
Replies: 30
Views: 13758

Re: Shoffer's PB Speckled Trout!

I have decided to give Crusader a pass. Crusader PM'd me yesterday, offered a heartfelt apology, and blamed his poor attitude on the frustration he felt at the dearth of time on the water. It appears that Crusader has stumbled upon a new hobby. When I inquired what it was, he sent me a link to this...
by Crusader
Wed Jan 13, 2021 4:12 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Shoffer's PB Speckled Trout!
Replies: 30
Views: 13758

Re: Shoffer's PB Speckled Trout!

You guys surely have big hands... Are they keepers?
by Crusader
Wed Dec 30, 2020 12:28 pm
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: bank fishing in Dallas
Replies: 1
Views: 2699

bank fishing in Dallas

I will spend few days in Dallas right between Lewisville and Lavon lakes. Looking for a bank fishing spots where I have a chance of catching bass, crappies, bluegills, whatever is biting. Would appreciate any help.

Thank you
by Crusader
Thu Dec 10, 2020 3:34 pm
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: rainbow trout question
Replies: 18
Views: 14799

Re: rainbow trout question

Can anyone give me the heads up on this bucket list of mine. Here is the easiset way to catch your limit and give kids some fun: - sliding sinker -> swivel -> 1-2' of 2lb leader (they have very good vision) -> tiny hook - make a ball of brightly colored putty (they sell it in academy) with your hoo...
by Crusader
Mon Aug 24, 2020 10:28 am
Forum: Fishing Reports
Topic: Friday Surprise
Replies: 14
Views: 4589

Re: Friday Surprise

karstopo wrote:That’s a beauty. Great sashimi fish.
Here is a nice and very simple recipe for broiled mackerel -- probably my favorite way to cook smacks...
by Crusader
Wed Jul 29, 2020 12:13 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Newer to coastal fishing
Replies: 16
Views: 10578

Re: Newer to coastal fishing

Like lures, rods, reels, and line are a personal choice as well. I prefer fast action rods with sensitive tips. Other may prefer a softer action. But if you're looking to invest in saltwater specific setups here's what I'd recommend. Reels: Purchase a saltwater specific reels. There are great baitc...
by Crusader
Thu Jul 23, 2020 3:50 pm
Forum: Fishing Reports
Topic: Another short trip - not a happy ending and a lot of lessons learned
Replies: 16
Views: 6577

Re: Another short trip - not a happy ending and a lot of lessons learned

mwatson71 wrote:I turtled.
Lol. So, Hobie is small enough for a fish to turtle you, but too big for a man to flip it back? :-)

It is hilarious you didn't let go of that fish. I'd do the same :mrgreen: Good thing it all ended well.
by Crusader
Mon Jun 08, 2020 12:57 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Book on Lower LagunaMadre?
Replies: 11
Views: 7255

Re: Book on Lower LagunaMadre?

potlicker wrote:whatever happened to Ray Crawford now?
Yeah, in fact, you can contact him and buy his books directly from him. Just like I did...
by Crusader
Mon Jun 08, 2020 12:54 pm
Forum: Fishing Reports
Topic: She's gonna be trouble
Replies: 9
Views: 4397

Re: She's gonna be trouble

poleposition wrote:Crusader - That's mud and grass. Looks like an injury in the pic but it's just dirty.
It was a jest -- I don't care either way :mrgreen:. But if true -- she is a keeper!