Soddy bass 6-17 AM

[MadBomber]

Fat Albert and I gave it another go this morning except this time he let me be the guide. Therefore, we did much better number wise. We caught 26 total fish, 23 bass and 3 redeyes. We launched at 5:40 AM in Soddy Creek and stayed there until we quit at 11:30. Only 3 of the bass were keepers. Most were 12-14". 5-6 ft deep rocky banks and later 12-16 ft deep. Just like day before yesterday, most seemed to be near old wood.

FA started the action with a good fish on a Pop'R that got into some brush and got off. We did save the lure though. I got one on a Baby Lucky 13 (Remember those). We only caught those 2 on TW, I think. I picked up one on a white chatterbait and the rest came on worms and the craw tube. FA caught the biggest (about 3 lbs) on a weird looking 8"worm that was kinda red with a red curly tail. He also fished a shiny Blue colored worm and a pumpkinseed with chartruese tail. He couldn't make up his mind what he wanted to use. But, I believe he got bites on everything he threw. At least, he was jerking the heck out of it every few minutes and saying "dang", I missed that little f**t.

I held up my end of the stick on numbers using a Zoom trick worm in green pumpkin and later a green pumpkin lake Fork craw tube.

We got the heck off the water because the ski boats were beginning to swarm like flies. Another beautiful morning with a good friend! Distinguished looking old gentleman, isn't He! Speaking of flies, I don't recall seeing any willow flies where we were fishing.

 

[Fat Albert]

Just to add a note concerning our latest fishing trip... Madbomer wanted me to get out of bed way tooooo early. However, there is nothing to compare with the beginning of a new day. Like everything getting a new start... My favorite time of the day. and yes, this time he was far superior to my guide service, but we did not get to fish exactly where I wanted to. that's my story and you know the rest of the phase. Some of the fish hit really hard. some light and you only saw the line moving ... I think he wore me out in numbers. We did have great moments and laughed a lot.... good Morning... Don't forget MB TWO (2) MORE DAYS.... HEE HEE the doctor is going to get real intimate with you and certain portions of your body....emoLaugh emoRolleyes

 

[Buoy-Master]

I bumped into and got to talk to Mad Bomber this week and really enjoyed it. I bet you guys do have a few laughs out there. Maybe we'll get to chat with you one evening Fat Albert.

Glad you guys had fun!

 

[MadBomber]

Fun is what it's all about. And a big part of that is having a good friend to help generate that fun.

One of the interesting things about fishing with FA is that he keeps pulling out soft plastics that haven't been on the market for at least 15 years. Al took a long Sabbatical from fishing. He uses good equipment that has been well cared for but is almost antique. He was using a 1310 Quantum reel that was a predecessor to the MG model, and a Cardinal 4 spinning reel.

Al builds the most beautiful rods you have ever seen. He is so meticulous that the wrappings and finish are perfect. 35 years ago, I show Al the basics of rod building, determining the "spine" of the rod, size and spacing of the guides, how to start and finish the wrappings, and how to apply the finish smoothly. (use a barbeque grill rotisserie to turn the rod so runs won't develop). What I couldn't teach him was the artistry he puts into his rods. My rods were nice but his rods were works of art! I am the proud owner of several.

BTW, Al needs access to his cranking rod along with some other tackle. Does anyone know where you can rent a Bobcat cheap? Fibber McGee packed his back bedroom!!

 

[fisherpal2k]

emoUpsmile Sounds like he needs a bigger room! Thanks for the report and info. Yes the best part of fishing is the having fun part and then being able to laugh about it later. Hope to get to meet you two sometime. May have to get a good look at one of them rods up close. I need a couple more rods and could use some advice on the best kind to get. Has to be modest price tho. Got to keep the young-un in clothes.emoLaugh

 

[MadBomber]

If price is an important factor, You can't beat Quantum rods at WallyWorld.

 

[fisherpal2k]

Quantum rods are good rods but I like the TN handle on spinning rods. Hard to find them in a factory line. Need a couple more spinning rods and a couple of baitcasters. I mostly use spinnig tackle tho.

 

[Fat Albert]

OH!!! YOU ARE IN SO MUCH TROUBLE.... I will not show this post to my BW(beautuful wife) concerning the bobcat. However, it is true... she is a packrat. and you are so nice with your compliments. thanks. and just think, you are the one that is responsible for me loosing sleep, wrestling with long and short rod blanks, worrying will the epoxy dry properly and will it catch fish.... I owe you boy. Now, just think, today is the day!!!!emoHoppingmad emoLaugh TAKE YOUR MEDICINE LIKE A GOOD LITTLE BOY..LOL For anyone out there, he needs a roll of toilet paper and a powderpuff and a good book....hahahaha For those of you that don't know what is going on, he has a colonoscopy schedule tomorrow.

 

[fisherpal2k]

It's nice to know you have friends of this caliber MadBomber! emoLaugh I think he is enjoying this more than you will.emoParty
OK FatAlbert, how about it. How much for a custom TN handle spinning rod, say about 6-6 and med fast action.?

 

[MadBomber]

Yep, Dr. Krecker is going to take a morning sight-seeing cruise up the old Alimentary canal. I just can't wait to hear his report on what sort of critters he encounters during that trip. I hope he takes some good pictures, maybe even some video. Of course, I get to take a snooze while all of this is going on.

Anyway, today is the day I get ready, If anybody needs to call me, call my cell #. The cord on my bedroom phone won't reach. nuff said!