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After a few hours of watching that float sitting there motionless, I was considering calling it a wrap. I was beggin for a little bump. Finally, two in a matter of minutes and then that was it. Using 1" Gulp alive minnows. Thought I'd have picked off a crappie or two but it wasn't happening today. Truth be told, those two gills put a smile on my face!Attachment 389985Attachment 389986Attachment 389987
After hours with no action even the smallest of fish would make me happy!
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Getting it done in the snow! I've found the 1" gulp minnows and earth worms to be the best in cold water.
I was wishing I had some worms today. Sunday I used up the last of my nightcrawlers and that is what the gills wanted then. The crappies hit the 1" Gulp minnows.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fishfishwish
Wow, you guys in the western part of the state did get a blast of winter. I’m not complaining here in SE PA, you can have all the snow you want. Maybe just a little before spring run off.:biggrin
Bob
How big was the jigs you were using, maybe going smaller would have helped. Yes BobC, we had at least 13 inches here, Monday evening thru all day Tuesday. Had to even go out and clear the snow and ice off of our Dish antenna, Monday evening, and already had over 9 inches.
[QUOTE=S10CHEVY;4080130]How big was the jigs you were using, maybe going smaller would have helped.
No jig. Hooked thru top of back on a #8 tru turn and a bb split shot a foot above. First year using these Gulp 1" minnows and I thought that would be a natural presentation. Any suggestions appreciated.
BobC
Those guys above I 80 get the real snow in Western Pa.
[QUOTE=moonrunner;4080164]Scheeze!:yikesQuote:
Originally Posted by S10CHEVY
Bob
The crappie action has been crazy with the recent cold weather. But I thought I'd try for some gills this evening. Managed to catch a couple with the Gulp 1" minnow on a Shimano Soare jig.
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And a crappie snuck in there too.
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Gonna try the worms next time.
Some good looking fish. Good job stayin busy with em.
Love the 300 been looking around for a decent one. Good lookin fish .:cheers2
The gills need some loving too! :biggrin
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Originally Posted by skeetbum
Skip,Quote:
Originally Posted by WVSkip
It's a Quick microlite. About the same size as a Mitchell 308, all from around the same era as the 300's. Those old reels were built to last generations and I and others really enjoy using them. Hope you find a nice 300.
By the way, I see you are just down the road from me.
2 hours in the snow waiting for a bite is a case where i have to tip my hat .
truth be told i would have flown the coop after about 30 minutes .
you must have a high tolerance for cold my friend .
your patience is monumental for sure .
dedication to the maximum degree
and for ...
KABOOM is the word :highfive
Thanks for the info coulda swore it was a 300 . 3 mile from PA line 5 from Cabelas
You can find 300 pretty easily on eBay. If you are willing to disassemble, clean and lube, you won't need to pay much. Be sure to get one that is complete and working. Otherwise, you'll be looking for parts. Fortunately, there are many parts available for the 300. Here is a 300 a restored this past spring. Paired it with a period correct Garcia rod.
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Thanks for the info and pictures .Be Safe
A fish is a fish!!Quote:
Originally Posted by moonrunner
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These winter gills are tough! Struck out Friday on gulp 1" minnows, but managed to grab a few crawlers last night for today. Best I could do was these two. You can see there isn't much color left in these fish in western Pa. Anyone having any success in the colder areas?Attachment 390711Attachment 390712
301! the handle is on the “correct” side! LOL
Bob
Would have to get re-trained to work one of the backward one's.:dono
Froze my butt off this afternoon, with low 40 degree temps and wind. But managed to eek out a few gills and a couple crappie.
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Nice! With those weather conditions you earned it!
Bob
Cold again this afternoon but NO wind! YAY. Fish were biting a little better too. Got the trifecta, bluegill, crappie and bass. Caught 11 in total in about 45 minutes and two got off!!
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Fishfishwish,
Good pics and nice fish there.
Started this thread with a snow pic, well, here's one from today. Picked up around 9" here in southwest Pa.Attachment 391002
I have family in the area. They got over 10 inches. Pretty good storm and I see some snow in the forecast. Looks to be a White Christmas.
Nice 20 minute walk into pond today, but was not expecting this.:Doh:Attachment 391187
Wow. Almost ice fishing time!