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    What’s she worth

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    So I bought this and remodeled it... I’ll spare you the in between pics what do you think it’s worth 1997 Lowe 19 foot (Omc all original) Roughneck dual console 150 hp Johnson pristine 350 total hours perfect compression one owner Everything works live well plus bait tank 34 gal fuel capacity Bimini top fresh paint w trailer new bunks all lights work new vinyl flooring and panels no electronics...it’s already sold so dont ask just looking for opinions IMG_3412.thumb.JPG.7c42924d2e27695fa5de532384f96d7d.JPGIMG_3413.thumb.JPG.57a04f6a228b6825b61600bfea5463c9.JPGIMG_3414.thumb.JPG.057a73e4b9f1914d25ab7d840bb964b6.JPGIMG_3416.thumb.JPG.76ad839cac515e3a36c16873939267bf.JPGIMG_3415.thumb.JPG.9727b24816ca44e1f26398a3e7cf7094.JPGIMG_3410.thumb.JPG.a2c6477788e3dad8e7dc8d971624c7a4.JPGIMG_3378.thumb.JPG.535701734100788c8c9a2f52b65e06df.JPGIMG_3375.thumb.JPG.dbeeea8f61c0ddd65b0503ef1f043f90.JPGIMG_3376.thumb.JPG.7925fef833d0b066066cc1b080fefe23.JPG

     

     

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    Planer board for sale 70 dollars pair. I have 4 pairs I bought at the auction today

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    Those are marketed under the brand name Walker Downrigger Dual Planer Boards 109.00 on amazon, FishUSA stopped carrying them, can be ordered from Bass Pro as well...complaints online about them flipping, collapsing, arms breaking, which may be why FishUSA isnt carrying them anymore. Also a couple good reviews on line so ..... your mileage may vary...


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    Cayuga

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    Hello fellow fisherman:-),  this is my first time posting. I recently acquired a nice center console. I have downrigger,  planer board, dypsy, spoons, flies,ect. Been trying to get the trolling thing down. I have been trying to learn on Seneca as well.  Been to tkfalls a few times. Never hooked a fish, always by myself.  Any suggestions?? 
     

    No offense but an absurdly broad question ... you might do better going on a charter during the season to learn or ask more specific questions... there is a ton of previous threads to read through I would start there ...


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    USCG Auxiliary

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    Below is a link regarding recruitment.  I few folks on here have inquired about joining the Auxiliary.  We can certainly use more members, and particularly those willing to crew on Patrols on the lake.  If you are interested in exploring opportunities please reach out.  We can certainly use more help.  This is a rewarding way to give back and improve the safety on the lake.  We are under the Department of Homeland Security, and the United States Coast Guard so the back grounds and training are quite extensive so it is a commitment but well worth it especially being able to help people on days that are probably not their best....If you have interest in what we do reach out over PM......Safe boating and Good Fishing......

     

     

     

    What do you do during a storm

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    I am continually impressed by the openness of the majority of LOU members to share experiences good or bad so that others may learn....this kind of sharing makes people think and can help save others ....and improve our collective abilities.... and lowering your antenna was right call..vhf is line of site it might have extended your range but it can always be put back up.... I carry a portable waterproof for 120.00 for the oh ... c... situations...

    What do you do during a storm

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    1,4, and 5 all involve getting close to shore.   I maintain that unless you are almost on top of shore to begin with, you should be able to see a storm coming long before it gets on top of you so that you would be "stuck."   Even most of the Fingers with their N/S orientation are large enough to not get surprised.  Hemlock and Canadice, not so much.  I have run up to full speed with all my lines out, once  (admittedly one rigger and a couple of junk lines is a much smaller spread than a LO boat would have out) and then had to replace all the line, to get closer to shore when an overcast with no noise day suddenly started making noise and throwing off sparks.  I don't get the anchoring, and that could be problematic if you're doing 150 down over 300'.    I don';t think I would anchor and then stand up and shake my fist angrily at the sky! [emoji6]
     
    As to reaching shore and tying off and going further inland to get out of the lightning, we were told by the police on 4th Lake  that in an emergency, private property rights are trumped by the responsibility to offer assistance and sanctuary to a boat in need.  This does not include mother needing to use indoor plumbing, but riding out a t-storm should certainly qualify. 

    If you are paying attention to Radar and you pay attention to clouds you might see it coming, however thunderstorms can be imbedded in other cloud cover and can move upwards of 50 kts speed over ground. It is not that hard while out fishing and doing other activities to be caught unaware. They also don’t necessarily give you warning thunder... The guidance is get off the water if you can, the next is get as close to taller items as you can. Anchoring allows you to stay low in the boat.. not having to drive.. the depth is an obvious duh if it’s too deep ..I forgot to add shutting off all electronics.... The worst position is to be in the middle of the lake.... I doubt anyone would have a problem providing shelter if you put your boat into shore though no legal duty exists...


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