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I was there today too. It was crowded and a little slow, but it was still a joy to be on the water. I think everyone is getting cabin fever.

I caught two brook trout on a white rooster tail. My first hit came moments after complaining to another kayaker that the bite was slow. I couldn't get any hits on the black spinner or the trout magnet (though I admit to being a trout magnet newbie).

I did see a HUGE paddlefish swim by me. It startled me a bit as I've never seen one before. It brought to mind the trash compactor scene in Star Wars.

Idaho Boy, we chatted a bit and I was a certified witness to one of your catches.

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Originally Posted by Alphahawk (Post 60868)

Yeah that's not the rod to have for what you are trying to do.....sounds like the reels are large also...but of course any reel can hold 2# test line but sounds like the size of your reel it would take 320 yards or more to fill it with 2# test. I would suggest an UL rod rated to throw a 1/64 ounce lure...those are hard to find....but an UL rated to throw 1/32 is easy to find and it will work fine. The action is a personal preference thing but I like a rod with a fast tip for trout. Here is a link to what I consider a great rod for the money. https://www.troutmagnet.com/store/in...01bdc51569ba02

BassPro also sells UL rods. For a reel I would get something in the Shimano 1000 series or another well known brand with the same series size....meaning designed for UL fishing usually rated for 2-6 pound test line. Trout Magnet also sells the Shimano reels on their website and they have a flat rate shipping of only $5.95. If you are coming to the fishing show at the Fairgrounds this weekend stop by the Trout Magnet booth and I...and others, will be happy to meet you and talk about fishing the Magnet for trout....and other specie. Plus you will run into a lot of forum members there. The rods and reels will be for sale at the show so you can see one before you purchase....plus all TM gear....line....lures. But whether you buy anything or not stop by the booth and we will answer any questions you may have.

Regards

I would echo everything that Alpha says. When I started fishing the TM I had no luck. When I switched to the 2lb, it was like a whole new world. If you are in Nashville this weekend Trout Magnet will have a big booth at the fishing show and all of the stuff that you need will be there and be on sale. I would suggest you coming by. You can also meet the owner of the company. Myself, Alpha, and TCINTN will be working it and we would love to meet you.

Roy

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Originally Posted by browntrout (Post 60871)

I appreciate everything you and Alpha shared with us. Is the fishing show this weekend, as in now, or this coming weekend? We would love to come by! We will be buying the SLS rods and shimano 1000 reels. Will snag some line/leader too. Excited to experience the difference!

It was great to see you on the water Doc!

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Originally Posted by IdahoBoy (Post 60872)

It is this coming weekend Feb. 6,7,8. I would be there ASAP if I was you as we sell out of a lot of stuff. It is a very popular show. It is at the Nashville Fairgrounds. Please come by and see us.

Roy

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Idaho
Come by the booth at show.We usually have a sell on rods and will have the reels there also.You buy and I know Jeff will give you a few samples also and we will discuss how to fish the T M and what to use.

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Originally Posted by tcintn (Post 60874)

Dont get no tips from Ed, he sets the hook like a girl!!!!!

Roy

Got to spend a few hours on the Caney with Browntrout. Things started off so slow and I started trying all colors,different jig heads and then I wound up changing the floro to 6X Seaguar,24" tied on tp a 36" piece of 5X Seaguar floro.
Things picked up and caught 22.Most were Brown and one Brook. 17 were Rainbows.
When we first got there I latched on to a big old trout,it stripped out some line and then that sound you do not want to hear,snap it was gone. We will meet again.
Most of the trout were caught on chartreuse jig heads with white T M.Next color was bubble gum.
Great day but they do need to sleuice.

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Originally Posted by tcintn (Post 60876)

Wow sounds like you killed it. Roy, he sets the hook better than me! Looking forward to the show.... See how to switch out the jig heads etc. Buy some gear too. Looking forward to 22 fish days! Ripping lips!

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Originally Posted by IdahoBoy (Post 60877)

Sounds good we will see you there!!! Actually ED is the master of the float method. He really works hard at it and is very good. I enjoy getting to fish with him.(Just dont tell him)

Roy

Will be up to the Caney when I can, and I and a few others from the Brentwood High fishing club will stop by the booth for sure!

Are you guys using split shots with the float technique? If so are you pinching it on to the flouro or S.O.S.?

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Originally Posted by TroutFiend (Post 60891)

Are you guys using split shots with the float technique? If so are you pinching it on to the flouro or S.O.S.?

Most will use a size B split shot...more depending on current. Just keep it barely off the bottom. My leader is usually so long I pinch it on the FC leader....but it can slip on the FC. But it works out.

Regards

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Originally Posted by TroutFiend (Post 60891)

Are you guys using split shots with the float technique? If so are you pinching it on to the flouro or S.O.S.?

To the FC, it holds good enough.

Roy

Good deal. I ordered the SOS 2lb. bulk spool and phantom leader. I have used the 4lb. PLine flouro for a few years now with great results, but want to increase cast distance. Having that said should I just strip off 50% of the existing PLine on my Sedona 1000 and leave for backing or re-spool completely with 2lb SOS?

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Originally Posted by TroutFiend (Post 60894)

I always completely respool because the line comes in such big spools and I get it so cheap. Either way would work.

Roy