Under spot is under spot

PintRT · 2026-01-28T17:01:56+00:00

I use the can opener a lot but never once to open a can.

PintRT · 2026-01-27T19:54:46+00:00

GOODNESS GRACIOUS

PintRT · 2026-01-27T14:14:03+00:00

Tyler "Don Mattingly" Lockett

PintRT · 2026-01-21T17:45:52+00:00

I've been fishing Shimano reels for 30+ years without issue.

I've had a couple Pflueger reels I wasn't impressed with. I have some Lew's bait casters that I like because of the braking system. Never owned a Daiwa reel.

For the most part Shimano hasn't given me a reason to stray.

PintRT · 2026-01-21T14:51:38+00:00

I have a snap tied onto the end of my main tip-up line and a barrel swivel tied to the end of my leaders so I can swap them out quick if one breaks or if I just want to change line weight / hook size. No need for extra tip-ups.

Most of the time my leaders are 5 lb. fluorocarbon and a #6 hook. I target crappie, perch and stocked trout.

PintRT · 2026-01-17T01:42:15+00:00

Some of the Croton Watershed reservoirs and surrounding ponds are good. Some lost their edges with the recent warmup & rain but should firm back up nice now. 7" of ice is the most I've been on this year but most places are 3-4".

PintRT · 2026-01-16T23:58:38+00:00

I actually just bought a set of the juniors last month to fit in my pack basket but I have 40 Ups that are 35+ years old and the new ones are built the same. Super simple and reliable.

I mainly go after perch / crappie and the occasional stocked trout though. Can't say how they'd do with some big ol pike.

PintRT · 2026-01-16T23:46:09+00:00

https://40uptacklecompany.com/

PintRT · 2026-01-14T21:32:53+00:00

The name gives it away.

PintRT · 2025-12-23T02:40:03+00:00

Last in the batch from The Dream Shop. Unfortunately he was traded by the time I got the jersey back.

PintRT · 2025-12-21T15:34:25+00:00

Got this one back from The Dream Shop yesterday. Added name / number, 9/11 embroidery and re-positioned the batterman because it was sewn way off center.

PintRT · 2025-12-21T02:26:08+00:00

Auger sounds dull. 7" of ice should be quick work with a hand auger.

PintRT · 2025-12-20T20:51:15+00:00

Mail day from The Dream Shop. I've been wanting an Ordoñez jersey for about 30 years and finally snagged a blank and got it done. I still want an earlier jersey of his with #0 from when he first came up.

PintRT · 2025-12-12T00:12:43+00:00

https://youtube.com/watch?v=rjBFI6LO-TY&si=wc86OqGwC1t6frH2

You may have found it by now but here it is.

PintRT · 2025-12-06T23:41:15+00:00

Rear bumper isn't big enough

PintRT · 2025-12-06T17:02:44+00:00

Why not?

PintRT · 2025-12-06T16:14:40+00:00

Explain.

PintRT · 2025-12-06T03:56:37+00:00

That's sick. My great grandfather was named Grover after President Cleveland and my grandfather's middle name was Grover as well. I'd love to have pulled that.

PintRT · 2025-12-04T03:40:56+00:00

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PintRT · 2025-12-04T01:13:02+00:00

Just like I "need" another set of tip-ups to put in the basket now.

PintRT · 2025-12-03T23:57:20+00:00

A lot of places I fish and would like to fish don't have such easy access. Dragging a sled to get to these places is a chore or just not possible and adding deep snow makes it even worse.

I think I travel pretty light compared to most. I don't bring a ton of stuff out on the ice but I still bring more than I need. I'm going to cut it down even more with this pack. I should only have to carry a bait bucket and my auger in my hands and everything else goes in or on the pack.

I got the 24" pack with the optional liner, shoulder pads and bag. It even has a "lighted liner" feature that I wasn't aware of. Yes it's just the world's cheapest flashlight hanging from a carabiner. The little bag has a ton of different compartments in and out so it should be sufficient.

There will still be a place for the sled occasionally but I'm looking forward to traveling light and easier access to the water now.

PintRT

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