That is so good. That’s a nice fish! Congratulations.

40 miles offshore watching the whales and porpoise en route. Hooking up on the fastest swimmers in the sea. Watching the spectacular jumps and the long soundings demonstrating their incredible strength and endurance. The release that says respect.

That’s amazing! 180# fish on 20# line. Must have put you in the book. The stuff dreams are made of.

Other than those times dipnetting on the Kenai where the boats are literally bow to stern and then running back upriver throwing up three foot wakes, I’ve never thought it polite to charge through someone’s fishing spot.

It sounds like the spool isn’t adjusted correctly.

Use on of these. I really like it. I’ve tried many other techniques but this works best.
https://smithcreek.co/rod-clip.php
Smith Creek Rod Clip, Wearable Fishing Rod Holder, Blue

Winnebago Point?

Since you’re trout fishing and not big ones in that area, I’d suggest a 6 to 7 foot fast and light action rod a light reel.

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Admiral Engineer X 2

I’ve kept fish alive on a stringer for days. Since you’re on a float they will have water moving through their gills to keep them alive.

Focusing on the word “overkill”, while even fingerlings or smolt will take an interest in a lure like that and maybe even carelessly get hooked on a lure larger than themselves, the rule of thumb is the bigger the bait the bigger the fish. Overkill depends on the fish present. Generally, the bigger the water, the bigger the potential size of the fish.
This lure, while more of a vertical jig than a jerk or swim bait, could land you a good size fish. I know, kind of vague like saying, “Well it depends.”
We won’t resolve that here. Cast that thing and see what happens.

Nothing better than fishing with Dad.

Just look for one that mentions your reel.