Doc

3 hours ago, Gill-T said:

I have to question the timing of some of the tackle flea markets. The end of March guys are starting to hit the lake. Why not have these events in February when everyone is dying to do something outdoorsy?  

I second this, I’ll be on the water

3 hours ago, Trouthunter said:

Were the bows of good size 

12-17”

19 hours ago, Trouthunter said:

Was anyone doing anything with the salmon if so on what may I ask Thank you

 

Only two in the last 6 trips. Both dinks under 15”. One on a streamer and other on a spoon. 

quite a few ‘bows boated tho….

Nice job Greg!

Glad to see you out there, seen you go by, I waved but I don’t think you saw us, I was using the Lund today.

We have been out 6 times flatlining since mid December, finding mixed results.
Most of the lakers we have been hitting were in the top 3-5’ of the water column mostly on sticks behind the big boards. 
So we changed things up and decided to cast yesterday, we made the right choice. Bite was hot. 

One left side Off Shore inline planer board. Works as it should. Great condition. 
$25

I’m in the Lansing area. 

Text or call

607-275-7099

Looking for 2 pieces of 6" track, anyone have any they would like to part with??

Paul

I have two pair for sale. Message me if you’re interested. 

Thanks for the invite

6 minutes ago, Squirrellydan said:

Take $70?

I sent you a pm

Solid boards, run true.
Pick up only Lansing/Ithaca area or may be willing to meet Sodus or Oswego area, I’m usually in that area most weekends. 
$90 for the pair. 
send PM or text 607-275-7099 if interested 

10 hours ago, Joseph sicherman said:

How are you running the flies ? Just flat lines ?

Weighted, 1/4 oz split shot or 3/8 oz inline trolling weight 

Bump.....

Still for sale

Make me an offer

Trips 6&7 2022, Action starting to pick back up, was a decent bite for our two January trips but slowed down in February as it normally does. All salmon yesterday, solid fish in the 4-7lb range. Cayuga slam today which was exciting for the crew! Fish averaged smaller today but more of them, the 9 rod spread running in ~20fow off the big boards kept us hoppin. UV green/yellow have been hot, taking 80% of hits.  

Can’t get out of Myers, as of a couple days ago the town of Lansing was still rebuilding the retaining walls in the marina and have a containment boom blocking the channel.  Lake level has gone up, about 1.5’ in the last couple weeks, so as soon as they are finished and  pull the boom in it will be fine. 
Use Taughannock, as long as you have clearance to get under the bridge. We’ve made 5 trips out of there this winter. 

Yes.  Text me at (607) 275-7099 

Yes, still available 

6 hours ago, chowder said:

Not usually a huge problem. usually try to do days >30 but even on the real cold ones the lines are usually moving enough in the guides when trolling so that's not a big issue. Not stepping on ice that's formed on deck usually a good idea but have never had much in any critical spot. Very important to drain motors and give a quick start/shutoff. Personally, I keep a bilge pump with leads and hose in a gym bag, stays in house between trips, and never leave tackle, or gear wet and exposed after a trip. Frankly, I think trailering creates more challenges than fishing in the winter

Ditto on making sure water is out by starting it quickly. Heated garage helps too. Rod guides usually not an issue. One thing to remember is set the clips on the releases light. I hadn’t been on the water in 3 weeks and got excited and ahead of myself and clipped all the lines on where I normally would in warmer temps and forgot about the icing that occurs on the release clips. Learned lesson yesterday when the #3 rod (center rod) of the 5 rods on the starboard side takes the first hit 5 minutes after getting that side set. Yep, froze, wouldn’t release, had to clear rods 4&5 before bringing that fish in. Luckily, the line still pulled through the frozen release clip and took drag. Mistake was not made again. Sometimes icing occurs on the planer board line as well and clips struggle to slide down line. A little finesse by bouncing it down the board line helps. If ice gets too think, I’ve had to reel board in while stripping ice off. 

5 hours ago, Reel Doc said:

Very nice.  I didn't know you had your own backhoe!!  

Lol. Ya I thanked the state park workers with the backhoe knowing it would make light of my morning ice chopping duties. Locked up pretty good overnight, we chopped ice for 45 minutes but well worth it. Salmon and browns were hungry. Finally left the launch at 7:45am. 9 rod spread kept us hoppin. Nothing big but some quick action. Off the water just before noon. Tying more flies this afternoon, found a hot color combo. Good luck if you get out!

All taken care of. It’ll be fine. If it does lock back up, nothing that an ice spud can’t handle.  

Clam 2000 2 person ice shanty.

NON insulated 
Folds up to 3’x4’x4”. 
Good condition.
Zippers work great.
Has a few small holes from mice chewing but keeps the heat in fine. 

$150 
Pickup in Lansing NY area. 
Paul 607-275-7099

Bump.... still available.....

Bump.... these are still for sale.

One piece of Burt’s track. 

24”
like new condition. 

No hardware. 
$40 + shipping. 
text me 607-275-7099

 

Nice catch!

Lake level looks to be dropping quick, down about 7-8" in the last week to ~382.5 as of today so you should be good for Taughannock.

I have not been on the water since September, deer season wrapped up now so the Lund will be hitting the water in the next couple weeks.

I will keep you updated as you know how much I love the next 3 months of winter fishing.

Take care and good luck out there! 

17 hours ago, bout time said:

 

Looking for general report for Fair Haven area. I’ve not been out yet this year due to some family issues and this upcoming weekend 6-19 we have our wounded Warriors trip. We will have 13/14 boats participating with 30+ vets. Just looking to get theses men and women some fish. Any reports are appreciated

 

 

 

‘Bout Time

Mike

Was out there Sunday 5:30-11 am. Went 4/4. Laker, coho, 2 steel. Had 9 rods running. Ran in 80 out to 250 fow. All fish caught were down in the 40-60 ft range where there was a temp break at about 40-45 ft down.