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Tackle Talk / Re: Fathom over saltist bg?

« on: April 17, 2015, 11:56:28 AM »

I've had both the Saltist BG's and I currently own Fathoms. Both cast great with the Fathom coming out on top. Drags are better on the Fathom and it is pretty cool that you can change out the gearing  on them as well if you prefer a slower retrieve. The Saltist does have a nice durable finish. Although the Saltist is cheaper retail-wise, deals can found for Fathoms if you have the patience to look. Honestly, you can't go wrong with either, but I lean more towards the Penn Fathoms. I think ultimately, price will be the determining factor for most. I was able to to get 2 Penn FTH40 for less than $140 each with free shipping 

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Last minute Mission bay soak

« on: April 17, 2015, 11:49:58 AM »

Nice! Mission Bay is pretty reliable for a quick sesh. I see you're really diggin' SD 

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: 108.5" of prehistoric soul

« on: April 17, 2015, 11:24:27 AM »

Holy f'ing crap!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Now that is a BEAST!! Great to have an awesome sand hand for a monster like that!

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Case of the "ALMOSTS" ... and a 7 (4/14/15)

« on: April 15, 2015, 02:52:36 PM »

Damn Dave, I think you need to fish without Paul so you can have a decent shot at a 7

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General Board / Re: Who's looking for a job?

« on: April 13, 2015, 03:32:31 PM »

Turners is now hiring as well!

http://www.turners.com/info/employment-welcome

As always, don't forget the guy who made it all happen!

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Tried For A Big Cherry (4/11)

« on: April 12, 2015, 10:20:28 PM »

Maybe a little rest is in order...

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Bat Ray Surf Fun In North County Late Report 4/10/15

« on: April 12, 2015, 10:18:17 PM »

Joel, that bat was probably 150lbs. if I had to guess. Dragging those bats back into the water is work out for sure. 

I'm thinking more like 120-140lbs.

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Heartbreak and triumph in the Soup kitchen

« on: April 11, 2015, 01:07:28 PM »

Bummer about the soup loss Joe. At least you saw it...

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Holy Surf Bats Galore! (4/11)

« on: April 11, 2015, 01:06:35 PM »

Holy sh!t!!! Upgrade & a back up rig definitely in order!!! I always bring 2 rods just in case. You might need ear surgery too Tom after the wife yells it off 

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Heartbreak and triumph in the Soup kitchen

« on: April 11, 2015, 12:39:16 PM »

If it makes you feel any better Steve I've been having the same luck. Only fish I've caught this year was at the bat fight.

Great night of fishing, bummer that soupie broke off it was huge.

If there was ever a time to only catch a lone bat, it's the winning one at a bat fight!!

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Serving Up the Soup (4/9)

« on: April 10, 2015, 06:30:38 PM »

I've bin thinking about tailing em....but so far I just man up and tail grab it with my surf rod in my left hand, and right hand on its tail and drag!

Can it really be that easy?

I solo tail grabbed and beached my 8.5' 7~gill with one arm. Adrenaline is awesome.

So is having all my fingers!

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Serving Up the Soup (4/9)

« on: April 10, 2015, 06:29:50 PM »

Can it really be that easy?

Only one way to find out mike ...

 

Working on that!

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Serving Up the Soup (4/9)

« on: April 10, 2015, 05:56:11 PM »

I've bin thinking about tailing em....but so far I just man up and tail grab it with my surf rod in my left hand, and right hand on its tail and drag!

Can it really be that easy?

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Salt Water Shore Fishing Reports / Re: Serving Up the Soup (4/9)

« on: April 10, 2015, 05:43:31 PM »

Wow!!! Like I said on FB, you're lucky as hell!! Time for bigger baits!!

I've been giving it a lot and was wondering what you guys do when solo fishing, how do you get that shark in? I've been looking at roping the tail. Thoughts?

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Tackle Talk / Re: Penn 500 Jigmaster

« on: April 10, 2015, 08:49:57 AM »

Mike,
Thanks for the recommendation!
I'd love to pic up one of those rods, but even as a budget rod, it still doesn't fit mine LOL.
I got some line for the jigmaster, but am going to have to stick with the rod it's on for now.
My budget will pretty much only allow for bait at this point.  I'll keep it in mind for down the road though!

The rod you will still totally work! Was just throwing it out there in case you were looking. That setup is perfect for the bay.