I am going to "remodel" my fishing tool supply. What do you guys prefer to measure your fish with?
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I am going to "remodel" my fishing tool supply. What do you guys prefer to measure your fish with?
I like to use the same thing the CO's use ... a Gator Grip Golden Rule measuring board. (Though I also carry a Frabil E-Z Checker)Quote:
Originally Posted by silverside
Crappiepappy, I have used the golden rule for about 15 years or so. Very good tool.
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Not to beat on the checker, but I found a difference in the length represented. What the checker said was 10" was 1/8 " shy and could have caused a problem. This was an older unit made many years ago, but I have no issues with my Golden Rule and swear by it's readings.
E-Z checker and gator grip golden ruler.
I also picked-up a stick-on ruler years ago I applied inside the hull up front near the seat for a quick check.
I have a quick check method also. I put small zip ties on the rod at 9 & 10 inches from reel seat. As I swing them in the boat I hold them up to the rod.
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The golden rule is what I use! Same as the game warden! That way there is no guess work involved
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If it isn't at least 1/4in over the line it goes back ,I still get enough to make me nappy
Golden rule for me. Make sure you have 1/4" extra for shrinking.
I must admit that I'm surprised. After all these years the golden rule is still the device of choice. Just proves that time or technology can't beat perfection.
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Golden rule from BPS is 12.99. Screw it to the deck and go fishing.
Some strains of Crappie are too broad to fit in the EZ checkers.
Yep, especially the ones in Mississippi! You could get into trouble w/ the EZ checkers!Quote:
Originally Posted by Atimm693
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I prefer to catch'um big enough not to have to measurerotfl but when I do have to measure one I use the gold ruler.....
Empire 36" aluminum straight edge, screwed to the catch all seat, in the Jon Boat.
I think it was 3 or 4 bucks at HD. But rarely need to worry about fresh water measurements....
Golden rule
My golden rule went swimming in 30' of water on Jordan Lake, so I got a Hawg Trough from Austin Kayak instead. I like it a lot. I glued some 1/2" round foam insulation in the grooves under the board and it will float if it goes overboard. It measures fish from 8 to 30 inches in 1/4 inch increments. The center of the board is concave which helps hold the fish during measuring. It takes up a bit of space in a 12 foot kayak, but its never in my way.
Jim
Feelay told me years ago to use what ever the Game Wardens use. Golden Rule for me.