I am a dedicated fly guy who occasionally will spin cast off my kayak. But I am willing and desiring to learn new stuff. So I picked up a baitcaster rod and reel at a local used shop. (Kayaking for bass you see?) I figured with everything I have read about baitcasters I had better start easy on my wallet. So this is the deal. There are a lot of dials and buttons. Anybody familiar with the Aby Garcia Ambassaduer Plus LH reel? What do I need to know to start with this reel. I will be casting in the front yard for a while. So any advice is truly appreciated
The state has been stocking heavy. Seeing really large catches from all Kern waters. Have you taken part yet?
Those are very smart words of wisdom
It is. Age, a loss of some leases, a new wife, and a move to Missouri all came together along with California's "new" anti Agriculture politics. Got tired of sitting a horse for 6 to 8 hours at a time with no appreciation or profit. So figured I would refocus my life on what counts. And fishing was very close to the top of the list
When I started getting out of the cattle business I was looking for a way to get back into fly fishing. And I wanted to try kayak fishing. So I found two used (one for my wife) seaghost 130s (Vibe kayaks). They came with a trailer and a lot of upgrades, though the kayaks had only been used twice. We got a hell of a deal on two almost new kayaks. They are very stable and safe, even for an older guy like me. I am also 6'2" and 260, so I needed one to hold me up. They are paddle only, and I understand the peddle ones are more efficient. But my wife does want a motor for christmas :) . Just saying that there are a lot of nice kayaks out there. Just check to ensure stability. Parricularly as you get older.
As I have matured, my heart doctor started telling me he likes my blood pressure to be a little higher than "standard". I still occasionally get teh light headed feeling when I stand. So I understand, but do take care. Love your stories
We looked at Montana and Idaho. Chose not to go there as I left California to get away from California politics and all that it brings. Seems a lot of Cali ended up in those two states. I do love the fishing there though
Thank you for the personal experience. It helps a lot
Woodguru. Great advise. I saw in one of your posts that you own a Lund. Would you buy it again? I assume you have one of the Deep V fishing boats from your comments. And what waters do you fish? Tahoe?
Thanks Tablerockbass. Loving the life in Mossouri. And Appreciate your knowledge.
That is what a local rold me. Almost word for word. Thanks
Farmer Tom. I have been checking the Tracker out. I am clost to Springfield Missouri, so Bass pro is almost next door. Sorry you had problems with them. Anyway, I do like the tracker. I do not think I have seen you exact model