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Jul 28, 2022 16:39:51   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
Ivey wrote:
Thanks Fred, the shoulder is 100% good as new. The Shingles on the other hand are eating me alive, I've seen several Doctors now and all say the same, just gotta tough it out, which I hope is soon.


Well that's half good news anyway. I hope the painful part starts fading away sooner than later buddy.

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Jul 28, 2022 16:40:16   #
Jim Kay Loc: Franklin, Virginia
 
Fredfish wrote:
Cool morning at the lake, 62° air temp, 76°water temp. Struck out at my normal starting spot, just nibblers. Ran up to the Dam, took a picture and started fishing the shady side of the tailrace. First bit got bit off by a Pike. The water up there is crystal clear from the Zebra mussels. After retieing, I stood up to return to the stern, and the Pike was swimming along with the boat. I spent a half hour sight fishing for her but failed to get bit again. While doing that, I spotted a nice Smallmouth, maybe 3-4lbs, cruising around so I wasted another 30minutes trying to induce a strike from her. I'm 2hrs in with an 0 fer to show for it. I switched to them sunny side, and immediately caught 2 small ones 1LM, 1SM. after working down the bank about 200yds.I thought I snagged a log, but it started moving! After taking drag a half dozen tines, I see its a Larry. I got her in the net and on the scale - 5lbs 4oz. A new PB for me.
After getting her resuscitated, I continued another 300yds with no action. I ran a mile down to the Tornado trees, and picked up a 2lb 4oz Smalljaw. The rest of the way down to the ramp was just a couple more little guys. The resident waterskiers were multiplying so I called it a day.
Cool morning at the lake, 62° air temp, 76°water t... (show quote)


Nice Bass Fred!

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Jul 28, 2022 16:42:09   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
Basscat91 wrote:
I’d take that kind of day anytime.
Thanks for making me jealous.
Great fish.


Thanks Basscat. Sorry about that.

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Jul 28, 2022 16:43:16   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
Jmk1955 wrote:
Wow
Great day for you glad you got your pb
I think I saw you going by my house about 10?
Great pics as always!
Congrats


Thanks Jmk. Where's your house?

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Jul 28, 2022 16:43:55   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
Jim Kay wrote:
Nice Bass Fred!


Thanks Jim. It was fun.

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Jul 28, 2022 17:04:53   #
Basscat91 Loc: Gravette AR
 
Fredfish wrote:
Thanks Basscat. Sorry about that.


No don’t be sorry it just makes me want to get out there and try harder.
I’m happy for you I have not got in the 5lb club yet but I will soon.

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Jul 28, 2022 17:07:45   #
hacksaw Loc: Pasadena, Texas
 
Fredfish wrote:
Cool morning at the lake, 62° air temp, 76°water temp. Struck out at my normal starting spot, just nibblers. Ran up to the Dam, took a picture and started fishing the shady side of the tailrace. First bit got bit off by a Pike. The water up there is crystal clear from the Zebra mussels. After retieing, I stood up to return to the stern, and the Pike was swimming along with the boat. I spent a half hour sight fishing for her but failed to get bit again. While doing that, I spotted a nice Smallmouth, maybe 3-4lbs, cruising around so I wasted another 30minutes trying to induce a strike from her. I'm 2hrs in with an 0 fer to show for it. I switched to them sunny side, and immediately caught 2 small ones 1LM, 1SM. after working down the bank about 200yds.I thought I snagged a log, but it started moving! After taking drag a half dozen tines, I see its a Larry. I got her in the net and on the scale - 5lbs 4oz. A new PB for me.
After getting her resuscitated, I continued another 300yds with no action. I ran a mile down to the Tornado trees, and picked up a 2lb 4oz Smalljaw. The rest of the way down to the ramp was just a couple more little guys. The resident waterskiers were multiplying so I called it a day.
Cool morning at the lake, 62° air temp, 76°water t... (show quote)


Great catching day Fred. Your weather is awesome. Congratulations on your PB.
Thanks for sharing Brother.
Hack 🇺🇸🇺🇦🍺

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Jul 28, 2022 17:20:01   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
Basscat91 wrote:
No don’t be sorry it just makes me want to get out there and try harder.
I’m happy for you I have not got in the 5lb club yet but I will soon.


It's been a long time coming for me Basscat. My previous PB was around 4.5lb (on a spring scale) maybe 35yrs ago. I started Bass fishing again about 10yrs ago, and only hit 4lbs a couple times. Now we look for 6+, and try to break 4+ for Smallmouth. (3lb 15oz is current PB). They're all fun, but it's nice to hit a new high every once and a while.

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Jul 28, 2022 17:22:13   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
hacksaw wrote:
Great catching day Fred. Your weather is awesome. Congratulations on your PB.
Thanks for sharing Brother.
Hack 🇺🇸🇺🇦🍺


Thanks Hack. The nice cool, dry weather is gone again. Hot and muggy for the next week plus. That's ok, it's better than snow.

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Jul 28, 2022 17:31:11   #
hacksaw Loc: Pasadena, Texas
 
Fredfish wrote:
Thanks Hack. The nice cool, dry weather is gone again. Hot and muggy for the next week plus. That's ok, it's better than snow.


Welcome back to my world Fred, and we never even think about snow ⛄️.
Hack 🇺🇸🇺🇦🍺

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Jul 28, 2022 17:44:49   #
Basscat91 Loc: Gravette AR
 
Fredfish wrote:
It's been a long time coming for me Basscat. My previous PB was around 4.5lb (on a spring scale) maybe 35yrs ago. I started Bass fishing again about 10yrs ago, and only hit 4lbs a couple times. Now we look for 6+, and try to break 4+ for Smallmouth. (3lb 15oz is current PB). They're all fun, but it's nice to hit a new high every once and a while.



Yes sir always looking for a fatty. 4.44 LM for me and 3.51 Brownie for me. I seem to hit 3.5-4’s but I’ll get in the 5 club sooner or later. I always have fun when I go out.

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Jul 28, 2022 17:54:57   #
E.pa.al Loc: Martin's Creek
 
Way to go Fred,finally nailed the big one!!
Thanks for sharing man

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Jul 28, 2022 18:13:39   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
Basscat91 wrote:
Yes sir always looking for a fatty. 4.44 LM for me and 3.51 Brownie for me. I seem to hit 3.5-4’s but I’ll get in the 5 club sooner or later. I always have fun when I go out.


Anything over 3lbs is big up here, either color, in my opinion. Our state records are OLD, and even with 10x as many people fishing for them, the records stand.

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Jul 28, 2022 18:17:09   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
E.pa.al wrote:
Way to go Fred,finally nailed the big one!!
Thanks for sharing man


Thanks Al. My rod hand was shaking when leading her into the net. Finally one that didn't get away!

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Jul 28, 2022 18:23:50   #
Bassmatter Loc: Rohnert Park Ca.
 
Fredfish wrote:
Cool morning at the lake, 62° air temp, 76°water temp. Struck out at my normal starting spot, just nibblers. Ran up to the Dam, took a picture and started fishing the shady side of the tailrace. First bit got bit off by a Pike. The water up there is crystal clear from the Zebra mussels. After retieing, I stood up to return to the stern, and the Pike was swimming along with the boat. I spent a half hour sight fishing for her but failed to get bit again. While doing that, I spotted a nice Smallmouth, maybe 3-4lbs, cruising around so I wasted another 30minutes trying to induce a strike from her. I'm 2hrs in with an 0 fer to show for it. I switched to them sunny side, and immediately caught 2 small ones 1LM, 1SM. after working down the bank about 200yds.I thought I snagged a log, but it started moving! After taking drag a half dozen tines, I see its a Larry. I got her in the net and on the scale - 5lbs 4oz. A new PB for me.
After getting her resuscitated, I continued another 300yds with no action. I ran a mile down to the Tornado trees, and picked up a 2lb 4oz Smalljaw. The rest of the way down to the ramp was just a couple more little guys. The resident waterskiers were multiplying so I called it a day.
Cool morning at the lake, 62° air temp, 76°water t... (show quote)


Congrats Fred on your P.B !!! What a nice fish!! Sounds like you had your self a great day out catching! I said it before and I’ll say it again, your skills are on full display!!! Way to go Fred! Good luck and be safe!!

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