Brunsie

About 2 inches. Our boat is pretty wide so with the 9'6" oars, we didn't have to raise the oarlocks that much. If you want to have a look at it, shoot me a PM. BK

Can't view the clip, but my favorite Normism... Coach: What would say to a pint of beer? Norm: Going down

If I was going to build another one, I think I'd take a long look at a skiff. I've looked at Aaron's a couple of times and was pretty impressed. Gaffer has it right, no bench seats. I would recommend building pedastels rather than a post. We have approx 16" x 16" boxes under our front and rower's seat. Makes it way easier to move around and the added storage is nice as well. When we built our boat, we built the rower's seat 4" higher than the seat in a Clack. I find it a little more comfortable and you can see better. My $.02 BK

Michaels used to have the beads you're looking for. However, they have to be drilled out to allow the hook eye to pass through. I tied a couple several years ago and decided it was easier to buy them. BK

Great photos DD. I was out there two weeks ago and can't wait to go back. We caught a pile of Dino's as well, the biggest being about 6 feet. they sure are strong. It's set the hook and HANG ON. For anyone that's even thinking of trying it, do it, it's an experience you'll never forget. Later BK

As Beadhead said, He's in B.C. Happy Birthday Brian

Fish Tales usually has a few replacement bags

Rick You only get back what you put in Glad your reunion went well BK

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Sorry I took so long getting back. I'm not the brightest bulb on the block. The adress should have been sales\manager@amundson.ca

Beeker I have spoken to our rep and he understands your frustrations in rectifying this situation, and he advises me to have you contact him at "sales/manager@amundson.ca" for your contact info and he will send you, at no cost, a G-2. WSS has not responded to his inquiries regarding a refund. Please note that Amundson does not give refunds as per your request, but will upgrade the reel at no cost. We hope this meets with your approval Brunsie

:Hi jack: It wasn't that hard to figure out

Can't lose what you can't catch

I fill mine at the Centax on Center Street N. Cost: $12.00

Uber I have an eze lap as well. Pretty sure I bought it at FishTales BK

There are a lot of good reasons for using a 10 foot rod. I also found that in my pontoon boat the extra foot off the water let me carry more line in the air if I wanted longer casts. When you're a $hitty caster like me it helps.

X2 is right up there with the secret handshake.

Me too

Nice looking skiff I've been fishimg out of a home built boat for a while now. Some points to ponder: -anything and everything you drop will go under the floor boards. -In two or three years when the inside needs to be refinished, sanding the ribs and all of the corners they make is a MAJOR pain. -If you don't fiberglass at least the outside, the rocks will eventually get you. -Stitch and glue boats are stronger (Due to flexability) and lighter than ribbed boats. -Having spent the last few winters maintaining our boat, I would paint every thing. The wood looks great but UV and varnish don't get along. My $.02 (for what it's worth) BK

Evening for me please

It's like everything else, when looking at a pontoon boat, you have to decide what you want to use it for. The 10-IR is a great boat but if you're using it mostly on the river the stand up platform is redundant. On lakes they're great. If you want it mostly for the river, I would stay with a 9 footer. They're easier to control on the water and are lighter and take up less room in/on your vehicle. BK

For me it's more important to fill the reel. I like to have at least 75 yards of backing, but I think it's more important that the reel is almost full. The closer you are to the outside of the reel, the faster you can pick up line. My $.02 BK

Ladystrange (Tiana) has one that you should be able to borrow. She'll be at the Hook and Hackle meeting tonite. If she doesn't see this I'll have her contact you. BK

I use a double surgeon's knot for all of my leader to tippet connections. To make this knot stronger I snug it up pulling on all 4 ends then tighten it using the tags before pulling on the main line. Most knots, includung the cinch knot hold better if tightened using the tag. BK