firediver32

when you start getting everything ready. I know the weather here and don't want to get over zelous and un wrap the boat to early.

she lives on a trailer in the driveway.....

I am new to fishing. I am itching to get out and try for some browns. I am a bit leary about taking the boat (95 trophy I/O) and having more winter weather show up after. I had the boat winterized, but what do I do (as far as the engine is concerned) if you go out this early and it shows/freezes again? I can handle getting water out of the bilges, etc, just not sure about the engine.....

Dan

Hey all you charter captains,

who do you use for your charter boat insurance. I am in the early stages of considering running my boat for SCUBA charters. What do they soak you for a season?

Dan

I have no downriggers, yet. How can i fish in the fall? I do have boards

I am new, and only have planer boards (for now) As the fish move in for the fall spawn, do boards come back into play like spring? I would guess it has lots to do with water temps?

Dan

Not sure where this should go... but has anyone used Sea Tech marine training school to get thier Captain's License. I am considering them in the fall of spring. Any comments good or bad will help. Thanks.

dan

How much ya thinking?

I am brand new to this, and was looking at rods at Gander Mountain today. Planer rods, downrigger rods, dipsey rods.... Is there one style that will be ok for both boards and riggers for a beginner? I can't afford 50 different rods....

Dan

What does everybody think about the sinking of a wreck as an artifical reef for SCUBA diving in the lake? This would take a lot of work with permits etc, but the structure would attract fish, and the dive season here is pretty short. Do you think there would be conflicts? I've heard some unconfirmed reports there is some diver/fishermen conflict out by Pultnyville near the wreck out there, but, thats unconfirmed. This is just an idea of some local divers at this time, and they know it would take a HUGE effort to make anything happen. Your thoughts are important to us.

Its a trophy 2352 IO. Its the 5.7l v-8 if that helps.

On my last few cruises every so often the tach would suddenly shoot to up to 5000-6000 rpm, then back to where it was. The engine itself did not seem to race or change..... I'm guessing an electronic's problem?? any guesses? I'm open to suggestions.

Dan

on my last few trips out, I've had a couple of times when the Tach would race up to 5000-6000 rpm, but the motor didn't change.... I'm guessing its a sending unit/electronics issue but open to suggestions. Any ideas?

The is a large boat wrecking rock near Russel station called turtle rock. Does anyone have GPS coordinate for it?

Dan

Ok, I don't feel quite so bad now... Was making a turn, wind pushed me a bit faster than i wanted and ended up wrapping the planer line in the prop, messed around with it for a while to no avail and ended up having to go for a very COLD swim. In the end other than losing one lure and some planer line, no harm done. On the other hand I learned my boat does well in 3 footers.... My dive buddy and I always say a bad day diving is still good experience, I guess the same applies.

Dan

Let's just say it didn't go well..... Hope everybody had a better day than me.

I am heading out tomorrow (sunday 5/6) for my first real attempt with my new home made planer boards. I will be launching at the Genesee river around 6, probally head west. I have a white 23 foot Trophy with a hard top named SEA WOLF feel free to give me a shout on the VHF (i'll hang out on 68) and let me know what I'm missing. Thanks to everyone for all the advice on planer boards, lures, etc.

Good luck to everyone.

Dan

I didn't because I already had the parts for the regular kind, but I may modify them,or make a new set. It was kind of fun making the first!

The Sea Wolf is also planning on heading out tomorrow for my first attempt, EVER! Got 2 rods, a dozen of so lures and my new planer boards i just made! Will probally be later in the Am, just to see if the boards actually float! Give me a call on the VHF if ya like.

Dan - SEA WOLF

Which is better. My new boat has a shoot thru hull (does not penetrate), doesn't seem to work all that great, should I switch to a bracket style?

Thanls to everyone for all the tips and advice! It really helps a complete beginner.

2 more questions. How far from the boat do you run them? I do not have masts, Can I tie them off to a cleat midship, or I have a ladder type T top, could tie them off to the upper supports. Appericate your advice.

Dan

No down riggers yet, I'm gonna dabble with some planer boards this spring. Equipment purchases will be limited this year, but I hope to add some new rods and down riggers by fall. If not thats ok too. The boat does have a trolling plate on it already. I have fished with riggers and planer boards before but it was quite a while ago. I'm sure I'll make mistakes, but thats life. And like I said its more a dive boat than a fishing boat, but I'll try.....

Again, I'm just starting out. Assuming you have no lures (I do have some rapalas) Please tell me the first style, color you'd buy for spring trout if you had to start all over again.

Thanks to everyone who have been answering my endless questions, it really helps. I didn't buy the boat to fish, but the bug has been biting, and she seems made to fish. [/img][/url]

Found some, I'm gonna give it a shot, beats not fishing at all I guess?