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Got a yellow conservation measuring sticker. Is there a reason it don't measure correctly. I thought it might have shrunk so I grabbed a brand new, and it was short as well. This could be a problem. Attachment 120435Attachment 120436
The white tape I bought at bass pro. It measures correct.
Saw a post sometime back about someone getting check with short fish that used that tape and was let slide when they showed the agent what they used to measure cuase they know its wrong. Can't remember details for sure though:confused:
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If the Conservation Officer is using this tape that kinda gives the fisherman the benefit of the doubt, doesnt it?
If you're using this tape and they are using a Golden Rule that could make for an interesting conversation.
I'll stick with the Min Length + 1/2" to play it safe no matter what.
More ways for MO to make money! They need more because 1/8th cent per dollar isn't enough!
I'll use my tape and that way I'll be safe by enough. Why would they use a short tape?
LOL....haven't you ever noticed how the fish hanging from your hook looks so big until later when you take it out of the livewell and it looks like a dink? This way, even if the fish shrinks while it's still in the livewell, it will still be legal!
Probably just the vendor they buy from has poor quality control.....these are free, right?
Probably just the vendor they buy from has poor quality control.....these are free, right?
my thoughts exactly vic
I had a company bass tournament today. That's the only reason I got the tape out. I don't measure crappie....hehe
Not really. They are short, meaning even a fish measuring a few mm's short of 9' on my tape would be legal on theirs.Quote:
Originally Posted by BarryG
I AM USING THE MO TAPE! that way I may win the crappie pin back from "OTD" for the biggest crappie. LOL
Good thinking Randy.
The tape is provided free of charge as a convenience to anglers. It is not intended as a “true” measure and the quality control on the product is not what you would expect from a solid tape purchased for a price. As with any plastic sticker it is subject to distortion. It is best to use a solid measure that is much less likely to shrink or expand. Sorry for any inconvenience guys.
I prefer the solid measuring containers that hold the fish and have clear deliniation. I've seen too many fish dropped while trying to measure on a tape on the gunwale of a boat.
Daniel Schepis
Conservation Agent
Clay Co. MO
Personally, I don't keep fish under 10" anyway, so I would have nothing to worry about. Just seems like fish in the 9" range don't have enough shoulders to make a good fillet. I only keep 8-10 fish on most days, and I want those to be the best quality I can find.
Thank you
My brother had one on his dock and a visitor of his was fined because of a short fish at LO. It was a quarter of an inch off. Yes, maybe they should have check it's accuracy but if it is given by the Department you would think they would only put out something that is used for measuring legal fish be correct. I have seen and still see these on boats, docks and tackle boxes over the years. I used to use these in my younger years because the price was right and if given by the Conservation Department it must be OK. I now have the plastic measuring device and it is easier to measure fish and did check it for accuracy. I have purchased one for my brothers dock also.