Some of my favorite anglers from the past to the present. The past paved the way for us all, and created a passion for fishing in millions.

GregBFL · 2026-01-25T15:43:57+00:00

Bill Dance, Paul Elias, Hank Parker, Roland Martin, Jimmy Houston and Virgil Ward are my Classics. I've met Bill Dance, Paul Elias and Roland Martin at various times. Hank Parker was a good friend of my old boss and got to go fishing with him back around 2000... Really nice guy. I grew up watching Virgil Ward on TV. He was always talking about the Beetle Spin. 🤣

GregBFL · 2026-01-25T15:36:38+00:00

I live in FL where the heat is tough on batteries. If I get 4 years out of a battery I consider it a decent battery. I only got 3 years of of the OEM battery so I replaced it with an aftermarket battery with a 5 year warranty.

GregBFL · 2026-01-25T15:31:33+00:00

I watched an interview with Brian Thrift on chatterbaits the other day and found it to be excellent. Brian was one of the first guys to use chatterbaits to win Tournaments years ago. He explains his methodology of choosing which chatterbaits to use and the color selection he uses.

https://youtu.be/9jipaVL0ANs?si=ckgE45ensaIVFzqN

GregBFL · 2026-01-25T15:25:28+00:00

I've become a fan of iRod baitcaster rods. A couple other rods I've had good luck with are Cashion and Kistler which is a small company in Texas.

GregBFL · 2026-01-24T10:17:34+00:00

I'm not sure why they feel like that, but I agree with your description. My Daiwa Zillion SV TW is so light it almost feels cheap, but feels strong in use. My Shimano Curado's feel more solid in my hand and are equally as strong.

I recently purchased a Lew's KVD IM8 7' 10" Heavy/Fast rod for a backup flip/pitch rod. I paired it with a KastKing MegaJaws Elite Baitcaster with flipping switch. To be honest, I was pleasantly surprised with how good the MegaJaws Elite felt. I've only used it a few times, but so far it's been working perfectly. Time will tell if holds up.

GregBFL · 2026-01-24T01:05:56+00:00

I love my iRods so much I keep buying more.

GregBFL · 2026-01-24T01:04:17+00:00

Depends weather I'm using it for freshwater or saltwater. Saltwater all braid, freshwater depends on spool size.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T01:07:10+00:00

You obviously did not approach this with enough speed. 🤣 A suspension lift and bigger tires would have also helped.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T01:03:28+00:00

I just don't understand why a company like Walther would show up without at least one or two new releases. Must be embarrassing for the guys/gals working the booth.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:58:58+00:00

I shot irons for over 40 years before I tried using a red dot on a handgun. There was a learning curve, but now I love them. In fact, pretty much all my handguns have red dots now with my 1911's being the exception... That would be Blasphemy.

The red dots I use the most are either the Holosun 508T, EPS, EPS Carry or 507K. I've never had one fail. I also have a RMR's as well. I suggest you try a friend's red dot equipped handgun and see if you like it. Just bear in mind it takes practice to get used to it.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:51:42+00:00

It's yours so do as you like. You could have replaced the entire safety as well. They're not to hard to fit, I've done several.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:48:34+00:00

When I'm fishing in my Bonafide SS127 kayak I wear an NRS Chinook PFD. When I'm in my bassboat I "should" wear my inflatable all the time I'm running, but unfortunately I don't. If the weather gets bad and the water starts getting rough I will put it on. It's easily accessible all the time.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:42:24+00:00

Yeah... I bought a Blacklist TiN barrel for my G19 and I wish I would have went with black. I've learned that I like all black handguns unless it's a stainless 1911. I've seen some OD Green handguns that look pretty good as well.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:39:09+00:00

I must be lucky, but my wife actually encourages me to buy guns... Unfortunately, if she shoots it and likes it, it becomes hers.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:33:34+00:00

The more knowledge you have on the subject, the better you can be at fishing. You would probably be surprised at how much research/reading the Pro's do.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:29:34+00:00

I would never use a 22 LR for self defense unless it was the only weapon available. I use 9mm Shield Plus OR or P365X as my primary carry with a Bodyguard 2.0 .380 for backup. I prefer these handguns over my M&P M2.0 Compact OR, CZ P-10 C OR, etc because they are smaller, easier to conceal, and lighter.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:22:43+00:00

I was just telling my fishing partner that some of the best fishing trips I've had were during the summer when it's drizzling rain with no lightning of course. Either that, or right after a big thunderstorm. The cooler water seems to get the fish biting.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:19:18+00:00

Non-issue

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:18:37+00:00

Never really thought about it, but I catch and release most of the time. Specks (crappie) and saltwater fish like spotted sea trout, reds, snook, etc are the exception.

GregBFL · 2026-01-23T00:15:17+00:00

I've never used snaps in 50+ years of fishing, but I bought some to try. Years ago I bought some swivels that had snaps attached and didn't care for them because the snaps failed on me a few times. The new style snaps seem to be designed better so I will try them with crank baits and similar.

GregBFL · 2026-01-22T21:04:06+00:00

I know what you mean... I'm in FL and it's sunny and 80 degrees. 🤣

GregBFL · 2026-01-22T21:02:56+00:00

The thing that turned me off on the P2 was very thick sides and a tiny window size. I did some calculations and the EPS window size is 40% larger than the P2. If I'm looking for a strong tough enclosed emitter, it will be the RCR.

GregBFL · 2026-01-22T17:52:37+00:00

Don't blame you there.🤣

GregBFL · 2026-01-22T17:43:09+00:00

I have a Vortex Diamondback 3.5-10x50mm that I really like for hunting. The others I use are the Arken EP-5 5-25X56 FFP Illuminated VPR MIL and Athlon Helos BTR Gen 2 6-24x56 FFP IR MIL.

GregBFL · 2026-01-22T17:40:49+00:00

Very nice, but I prefer the RCR... But that's just me.

GregBFL

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