But no name spinning rod didn't. During an awkward moment this morning trying a modified spider rigging/ slow trolling technique without the benefit of my rod holders, a blue gill jerked a 9 ft B&M rod right out of the boat. The handle was floating as the gill hauled my rod across Ivan Lake at a faster pace than my trolling motor was set for. Scrambling to adjust tm speed and reach for the rod, I spilled a half full jar of crappie nibbles all over the front deck and kicked a spinning rod rigged with a slip float out of the boat. Did manage to retrieve the B&M rod with fish still attached, but spinning rig is lost.

Caught seven crappie and two bluegill in two hours starting at 06:30. BG Bluegrass in 8 FOW, 5 ft deep. Having that gill for supper tonight...extra crispy!