Getting Back In the Game
Jul 15, 2020 12:41:59 #
Papa Cass
Loc: Houston, Tx
Hello Everyone.
Been out of my fishing hobby for some time now, about 7-8 years. Never been more than a novice, but really enjoy it when I do. Getting ready to get back started and wanted some equipment info. I have a couple of Shimano (my fav) and about 8 other bait cast setups. Been watching some Youtube FYI lure configuration videos to get away from those store brought ones, gotta work on my knot tying. What is some good things I can do to get my equipment back up to snuff? Went to get my license the other day and accidentally pulled out my VA card. The guy asked for it and ran it and found out I qualified for free combo for life as a DAV. I'm not gonna let this privledge go to waste, so gonna get back fishing, on a more routine basis. Love croakers, reds and flounder.
Been out of my fishing hobby for some time now, about 7-8 years. Never been more than a novice, but really enjoy it when I do. Getting ready to get back started and wanted some equipment info. I have a couple of Shimano (my fav) and about 8 other bait cast setups. Been watching some Youtube FYI lure configuration videos to get away from those store brought ones, gotta work on my knot tying. What is some good things I can do to get my equipment back up to snuff? Went to get my license the other day and accidentally pulled out my VA card. The guy asked for it and ran it and found out I qualified for free combo for life as a DAV. I'm not gonna let this privledge go to waste, so gonna get back fishing, on a more routine basis. Love croakers, reds and flounder.
Jul 15, 2020 13:28:23 #
Papa Cass wrote:
Hello Everyone. br Been out of my fishing hobby f... (show quote)
Welcome to the Fishing Stage, Papa! There are a lot of knowledgeable people on here; some even in the Houston area. If you like to fish, learn, or laugh, this is a good place to hang out.
Jul 15, 2020 13:30:18 #
Papa Cass wrote:
Hello Everyone. br Been out of my fishing hobby f... (show quote)
Welcome back. I would recommend a good cleaning and new line on the reels. Others may come along who can help with the what to use and where. Good luck and thanks for your service!
Jul 15, 2020 13:34:45 #
Welcome to the stage Papa Cass. Is there a Mama? Good name. There are quite a few Texans on here and a couple for sure from your area. You'll be hearing from them I'm sure. How much was the combo for life? When you catch some, post us some photos. Give your reels a good clean and lube, replace them old lines with new and check your rods' eyelets for cracks. Should be good to go.
Jul 15, 2020 13:39:53 #
ghaynes1
Loc: Strawberry Plains, TN
Papa Cass wrote:
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Welcome Papa to the Knuckleheads Club. These guys know there stuff. Plenty of good info, laughs and people who care.
Jul 15, 2020 13:40:20 #
Papa Cass wrote:
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Welcome to the Forum, Papa Cass, thank you for your service. Glad to have you on board.
Jul 15, 2020 14:09:52 #
Papa Cass
Loc: Houston, Tx
LoL, actually there is a Mama! License was free and Thanks for reply. Contemplating now if I want to go with mono or braided also. Appreciate and stay safe.
Jul 15, 2020 14:10:32 #
Jul 15, 2020 14:14:39 #
Papa Cass: Welcome! I too live in Houston, am retired and hunkered down due to the Covid-19. If I can help in any way, shoot me a line. Are you a fresh or salt water fisherman? Do you have a preference? You can reach me through Private Messages, a section of Fishing Forum/Stages. Just Sayin...RJS
Jul 15, 2020 14:24:54 #
E.pa.al
Loc: Martin's Creek
Welcome to fs,good people here
Glad to hear ur bringing out the fishing gear!!
Thank u for ur service
Glad to hear ur bringing out the fishing gear!!
Thank u for ur service
Jul 15, 2020 18:47:41 #
Jul 15, 2020 18:55:43 #
Papa Cass wrote:
LoL, actually there is a Mama! License was free and Thanks for reply. Contemplating now if I want to go with mono or braided also. Appreciate and stay safe.
In California in order to get a free fishing license you have to be a blind, deaf quadriplegic. And it don't matter if you served or not. I never put any time in the service, I was in the Navy for 21 years. Everyday a holiday, every meal a feast. Thank you for yours, and good for Texas for honoring it.
Jul 15, 2020 20:10:25 #
Papa Cass
Loc: Houston, Tx
Hello Robert, Thanks for reaching out. I'm a saltwater person, Kemah, Rollover etc. Take care and stay safe!
Jul 15, 2020 20:19:59 #
Papa Cass
Loc: Houston, Tx
Thanks for you service Spiritof27, they oughta be free like us. I was stationed in Vandenberg for a while, you near there? Was on a Titan II launch crew. Trying to figure out the difference between Reply and Quote Reply.
Jul 15, 2020 20:30:34 #
Papa Cass wrote:
Thanks for you service Spiritof27, they oughta be free like us. I was stationed in Vandenberg for a while, you near there? Was on a Titan II launch crew. Trying to figure out the difference between Reply and Quote Reply.
If you hit "quote reply" the person you are replying to's name with appear in your reply (as above). Otherwise, not. That's the only difference.
Vandenberg is down around LA (just north) and I live up by Sacramento, A good 450 mies apart. LA and Sac are actually universes apart. At least in separate galaxies.
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