Thread: Crappie Fishing / Yo-Yo,s

I agree with both CEB and Maribou....it is not so much the method or mechanism here that can sometimes be the problem, it is the personality using it. This type of personality is a complete jackass in whatever they do: fishing, driving, movies, etc. Conversly there is a personality type in which I beleive most on this board posess: they show a respect and consideration for their fellow man and the laws that govern us. This carries over into all of their other activities as well.

I for one ocassionally use yoyo's and mainly on Old Town Lake. I respect others around me and I stay within sight and hearing of them. I like to sometimes use them late in the afternoon if the fishing has been slow and maybe pick up a few more fish. Mostly though, I like to put them out and listen to a Hog or Cardinals baseball game and visit with my fishing partner. It really is very relaxing. You should give it a try.

As for fishing around yoyo's ...You bet I will. A yoyo can't fish out a brush top like a jigging pole and I promise you that it can't move around and find a hot spot like I can with a jigging pole. I see no need to fish with a yoyo unless the fishing is slow but I sure as heck would not judge someone who is doing it legally and ethically. If I did then what would I say to someone who dislikes the fact that I use a motorized boat, graphite jigging pole, crappie nibbles, or a fish finder because it gives me an advantage.