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New Beckman Salmon Net ($80) Never been used. Husky Musky/King Salmon/Chinook - 
Original Beckman net Treated-Hook Proof King Salmon - Chinook 30" x 42" hoop/bag 6' + 3' extendable handle

USED CMC PT-35 Electric Hydraulic Tilt N Trim ($375) Very good condition. • Rated for 35 HP and Smaller Motors • 5 1/2" Set Back to enhance Boat Stability • 84 Degrees of Trim and Tilt • 1/4" T6 6061 Aluminum • Stainless Fastners • Accomodates clamp on or bolt on engines • Weighs only 24 Lbs. • Toggle Switch included

I'm somewhat new to the Lake O fishing and I'm steadily learning new techniques thanks to this forum. What is prferred temp range for big Kings? I always keep my Depthraider between 50-52 degrees. I'm I missing colder fishing? I have heard 44-54 is a good range. Do big fish hold in colder water?

Thank you guys for a bunch of good ideas! Some ideas are new to me and a few I have already been doing. I only harvest what I can eat or give away. I don't care if it is a mature King with months to live, or a skip, I want to give them the best chance for them to live if I don't intend on keeping them. Maybe, I can catch them in the stream later in the fall when the lake slows down. Is anyone aware of any DEC or other studies on mortality of released fish?

This is why I am wondering if it is a swim bladder thing. I know when I have fished KY Lake on deep water drops for bass, we've had to "fizz em". I enjoy fishing for fish on Lake O and I'm catching more each year. I don't want to stop fishing for them because I know I'm going to kill most of them that I catch. I get discouraged when I can't release a fish that I don't want to keep. It's not like I'm fighting them to death. I bring a few in green sometimes and they still dont want to swim. I hook them by the bottom lip with my gripper, drag em for a bit, they give me a few kicks like they are ready, then they float. Disappointing. This is a cool video about "fizzing" www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing.../ho ... -bass.html I think it is worth a try for deep water fish on Lake O. Any other thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks!

Can anyone give me some tips on releasing steelhead when fishing out of my boat on Lake O? I have recently caught some nice chrome while out and they don't want to go down when I try to release them. Is this because their swim bladder is inflated or is it temp related? Can I deflate it with a syringe? I hate to kill fish I don't intend to eat and I can only eat so many.

salmon river. there are fish.

Hey folks. Wanted to know if I need to charge my cranking battery or not? I have been hearing conflicting views from various people. I have 36 volt trolling motor with 3 batteries for it. Then, i also have my cranking battery. The shop who put it in told me I shouldn't be charging my cranking battery from the charger, so I let them put in a 3 bank charger when I was considering a 4 bank. Last weekend, I was out on Ontario in 440 fow and needed to head in fast (storm brewing)... turn my key for my main motor and... nothin. It was a long ride in on the kicker. I had my graph and live wells on for about 5 hours before the main died. I was really discouraged. This is not good for various reasons. Any thoughts?

1 year old, excellent condition Minn Kota Powerdrive V2 with Autopilot $850.00 Deploy-Assist Lever Puts you in motion and in pursuit of fish, quickly and easily. Simply depress the lever to deploy the motor and you're ready to go. When it's time to move, it stows easily and securely -- ready for action again as soon as you are. Ergonomically Designed Foot Pedal Offers precise speed adjustment, right/left steering, and both momentary and constant on/off. Features the industry's highest IP68 waterproof rating and an 18' cord. Digital Maximizer™ Technology Up to five times longer run time on a single charge. By controlling the draw of power at variable speeds, Digital Maximizer eliminates wasted energy, extends battery life, and gives you more time on the water. Universal Sonar 2 Dual beam capability (with all Humminbird® DualBeam PLUS™ and select Lowrance and Garmin® units) provides expanded coverage and greater bottom detail at 83 kHz and 200 kHz. Integrated, concealed transducer is protected from the elements; temperature-sensing compatibility with all major sonar brands. AutoPilot™ PowerDrive V2 with AutoPilot gives you unparalleled navigational control. Point the motor in the direction you want to travel, activate the AutoPilot button, and you're set. The patented compass in AutoPilot keeps your boat traveling on course, even through heavy wind or chop. MSRP $904.99 Cabela’s Call 716-572-9181