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Masshole Horn

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  1. Got to the "Content I follow" stream, but when I tap on "Past Hour" it doesn't give me additional time choices.

    Every time I use the "Pager bar", it lets me know I can use the "Pager bar". I hit got it, scroll to a different post, and i get the helpful call out again.

    The "Pager bar" system needs a "go to last", "go to last read", and "go to [open field]" options. on big threads, it's difficult to push it all the way to the end.  Read the thread and saw these same issues.

    The pager bar needs some serious help, if you're trying to scroll quickly and accidently hit it, it takes you to a different page, it's frustrating. I was just casually scrolling through a thread, my thumb went a little low, and it took me straight to the middle of the thread. I think the idea is good, but poor execution.

    Would be nice to merge streams... "Content I posted in" + "Content I follow"

    The menu button on the top left shouldn't take you out of Surly. I tap it and it goes to the "My Communities" page. I get that other people may have multiple communities, but that button usually brings up a menu rather than taking an action.

    I can't see "Defund Tom Herman" anywhere. Nice to have those.

    Can't edit posts.

  2. I generally use a 4’-8’ flouro leader tied on with a crazy alberto knot. I use this setup for artificials on everything from ML spinning with 10# braid/6# flouro to surf setups with 50# braid/40# flouro. I use sea striker fast snaps when casting for stripers. For bait, I’ll use a swivel as the braid to flouro connection.

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  3. Tecovas definitely is hipster boots. I lurk on the cowboy boot subreddit, and it's 90% fan boys wondering if there are skinny jeans that look good with their limited edition Tecovas.

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  4. 2 hours ago, hookemATL said:

    Quick general questions for all you fly anglers, as I am beginning the twitchy meth addict phase of the fly fishing obsession:

     

    - what is a solid, reasonably priced rod/reel option for freshwater?  I typically fish for bass/sunfish/etc but would like to fish for trout and whatnot when possible.  Not looking to break the bank but want something reliable that I can use until I win the lottery

    - in the same vein, what are some decent saltwater rod/reel options?  I’ve had my interest in fly fishing for reds/trout piqued recently and I would like some advice from the experts here as I know we have some devotees here

    - yaks:  is there a starter kayak that would work best for a novice kayak fisherman?  I recently got to experience this style of fishing and I came away from that with an itch that I need to scratch

     

     

    If you're going to have 2 fly rods covering trout to saltwater, I suggest a 5 and 8 wt.

    I'm team Orvis Clearwater for everything. When you need to advance beyond those, you will know enough to make an informed decision on your own. Other intro level product lines that I've heard good things about: Echo Base, TFO Professional II (I hear the Signature II is good as well, but I only buy 4 piece rods), and Fenwick Aetos. The Echo has a combo at a really reasonable price. The Aetos is also rated as one of the best "bang for the buck" rods around. I also bought a Maxcatch Premier for ~$65 on amazon when my Orvis was in the shop and it did just fine casting and landing fish.

    @Pescado_Rojo will evangelize line quality and I echo that sentiment. A $90 line for the 8-wt will do more for you than a next level reel or rod.

    Re: Kayaks. I fish out of a Lifetime Tamarack Angler. There is a new Tamarack Angler Pro that is about $350 if you can find it. It does everything you need for a beginner. I've fished out of a Tarpon 120 and loved it. With the amount of brands and models, find a shop that will let you test out multiple models and find what you like. My view is kayaks should be light and very portable; if you need a trailer, get a boat.

    Additionally, I find fly fishing out of a canoe much better than out of a kayak. I love fishing out of my square stern; it's incredibly stable and I can stand and fish in it. I have a 4hp outboard so I can cover ground, get any place a kayak can, and launch without a ramp.

     

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  5. 1 minute ago, pops said:

    Could be fuel wasn't great. Could be fats from previous cooks that were burning with the fuel. 

    Did you have the vents open up top?  

    Just kind of sounds like a dirty fire. 

    If I'm just grilling I usually leave the lid open. Definitely the vents up top. I also start my fire on two sides so that even if you have a good temp,  less chance of unlit coal getting lit and kicking more smoke up. 

    Thank you. Definitely agree on the dirty fire; I think it's based on the fuel.  I wiped down the inside and cleaned off the grates and stone. I'm running a totally fresh batch of lump right now and the same thing is happening. I'm using Wegman's lump. It's been good in the past, but not this time. Will see what Home Depot and Lowe's has in stock.

  6. So, I was making "dove" poppers last week (no dove, used chicken thigh pieces) and they had that really greasy smoke flavor. I cooked them at ~450. First batch without the smoking stone, second batch with it in place. Tasted the same either way. Previously, I would grill them at high temperature on a kettle type grill and they turned out fine.

    I kept the lid down, should I leave it open? How can I avoid this?

  7. forgot to post pics from the south fork. it's just a really, really special river. threw nothing but huge foam flies and absolutely slayed cutties with a few rainbow and browns in the mix. bald eagles on damn near every tree, endless braided channels to explore, just an absurdly special river. my buddy guides up there and we were able to squat at their outfitter camp. second time up there and this will become an annual trip for me.
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    Wow!
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  8. Day 1 on the Androscoggin. Fished for about 3 hours before the lightning got close. Landed 25 smallies, most in the 12-14” range. Also caught a 16” and 2 18”. Caught most on Cheat Mode and Swingin D, both fished on a sinking line.

    Most important fish was this little one:
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    The fly is one my 5 y/o designed. The Bomb Head Bunker. He said it should have flash, marabou, and a foam head. We spent some time at the bench and figured out how it should look. Probably would have caught more on the sinking line.

    Got some more afternoon rain forecast tomorrow. Gonna hit a section of the river known for pike tomorrow in the am.

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  9. Has anyone ever run an underwater light off of their dock/pier?  I'm looking at the ones that sit on the bottom and have a timer - the ones that look sturdy are expensive af.  The cheaper ones look flimsy and like they won't last for very long if they are left on the bottom 24/7.  This if for fresh water, something like this:
    https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Glow-Green-Underwater-Fishing/dp/B00GWTRFDI/ref=sr_1_26?dchild=1&keywords=green+underwater+fishing+light+bottom&qid=1597676775&s=sporting-goods&sr=1-26

    If you’re in the centex area, reach out to Dez Davis of Supernova fishing lights. Not sure if he’s still doing custom installs, but he’s done a lot of this over the years and can point you in the right direction.
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  10. 2 hours ago, Bevo said:

    That's a fucking stupid take. You can be good at a job even if it is easy and fun. None of those things are mutually exclusive. If I was Carrington and got paid $150K annually, I would stay at my job as long as UT would have me.

    I'd listen to every god damn offer and take the best one.

    Carrington is amazing at his job, and if the university can't pay him, I sure as shit hope that a booster can supplement his pay without getting us into trouble.

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  11. Heading to the Androscoggin river in Maine on the 24th for 3 days of smallmouth and pike fishing. Super stoked. Haven't heard back from either guide, but I can DIY this one.

    Also, I'm looking at the Yeti Loadout GoBox... seems to have good reviews, but think there must be something similar for less than $250. Anyone have a recommendation boat box/bag? Want to hold 3-4 3600 size boxes, 3-4 fly boxes, 3-4 large tippet spools, phone, small toolkit, first aid kit, and 3-5 fly reels.

  12. some of you might know about Jeff Currier...fly angler that travels the world trying to catch new species of fish...think he has north of 450 species checked off his list. his favorite fish to chase on the fly is....carp.

    Carp on the fly is awesome. I caught a couple at muleshoe bend on Travis and the San Gabriel River years ago. The ones on the San Gabe were on a 3-wt and were 25” long. Amazing battle and watching the take was so cool.

    There’s a Walker’s Cay Chronicle episode with Flip and Dave Whitlock catching them on Lake Michigan. WCC online episodes

    Posting on tapa, hope that link works.
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