Gettin’ the Alumacraft out of the garage

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10-09-2021, 06:39 PM
gillchaser999

Gettin’ the Alumacraft out of the garage

First time in a couple of years , this Monday afternoon , I hope to drag my Alumacraft to the local reservoir for some brim fishing .
Won’t be able to last long . If I sit for more than couple hours , my leg and ankle swells up on me . I Replaced my front seat with one of those Millennium mesh seats , hoping that will help .
That’s one of the reasons I haven’t been using the boat much .
That and I can’t take the heat like I used to .
Got the trailer bearings repacked and bought a new trolling motor battery .
I’ve been bank fishing a few times lately but have stunk it up .
Got to get out in the boat to get the skunk off .
Can’t wait to get out on the water again .
10-09-2021, 06:46 PM
DockShootinJack

Those Millennium seats are awesome. Hopefully they will help you out. Sure is good to spend some time on the water
10-09-2021, 07:40 PM
moonrunner

gillchaser999,

Hope you get into some nice ones Monday. Good luck!
10-09-2021, 07:48 PM
Smitty39365

Good luck to you! Hope you catch a bushel basket full.

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10-09-2021, 08:13 PM
crp4570

Good luck. Hope you have a great outing.
10-09-2021, 08:38 PM
StantheMan2567

Hope you catch a few, and take even more pics to share!

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10-09-2021, 08:52 PM
gillchaser999

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Originally Posted by StantheMan2567

Hope you catch a few, and take even more pics to share!

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Thanks All ,
I hope this is the first of many more trips . I’m not getting any younger and can’t let Covid keep me from getting back out there .
Even if I have to go by myself for a couple of hours this fall .
10-10-2021, 05:07 AM
Micanopy

When I am by myself I take along a bluetooth speaker and listen to music, and sometimes a comedy channel. The fish don’t mind at all.
10-10-2021, 05:20 AM
DockShootinJack

I will put in on wireless earbud. Hard to beat some old Jerry Clower stuff.
10-10-2021, 05:23 AM
"G"

Hope you catch a limit
10-10-2021, 06:52 AM
JET4

Hope you catch a bunch and that seat works out for you.
10-10-2021, 07:26 AM
BobC

Stick with it, Gillchaser. As said, hopefully the seat will help and you can get back out on the water.
Bob
10-10-2021, 07:30 AM
BobC

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Originally Posted by Micanopy

When I am by myself I take along a bluetooth speaker and listen to music, and sometimes a comedy channel. The fish don’t mind at all.

On the stream I leave all that stuff behind, Micanopy. I just love the quiet when I get way upstream and listen to the kingfishers and just enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. That said, to each their own - the object is to have fun and happy to hear you’re finding it.
Bob
10-10-2021, 08:00 AM
gillchaser999

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Originally Posted by BobC

On the stream I leave all that stuff behind, Micanopy. I just love the quiet when I get way upstream and listen to the kingfishers and just enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. That said, to each their own - the object is to have fun and happy to hear you’re finding it.
Bob

I prefer the peace and quiet myself .
10-10-2021, 08:44 AM
Hatchetjack

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Good luck on getting back out. I’m with you on the heat, after a certain point, it’s not enjoyable at all. I added this seat cushion to my canoe this year and it’s made a ton of difference in comfort. I’m sure there are others that will work, but after trying several different cushions, this has become a must have. I got the firm model. It’s breathable, comfortable, and makes a several hour outing possible.
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10-10-2021, 08:51 AM
etexbasser

I understand the health side of things. I used to fish all day, but now three to four hours is about all I can take. After sitting, and standing some, my back and shoulders hurt so bad I can’t take it.
I may try one of those millennial sits, just haven’t gotten around to it. Let us know how it works out for you.

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10-10-2021, 11:24 AM
drdore

Gillchaser, I don't know how tall you are but when you try that seat, try to move the seat up or down so that your feet sit flat on the deck and your thighs are parallel to the deck. This will help take pressure off your back and legs. I'm 5' 6'' and it helps my back and legs. I can tell within a hour if I didn't set it up the right way. Hope it helps.
10-10-2021, 01:34 PM
etexbasser

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Originally Posted by drdore

Gillchaser, I don't know how tall you are but when you try that seat, try to move the seat up or down so that your feet sit flat on the deck and your thighs are parallel to the deck. This will help take pressure off your back and legs. I'm 5' 6'' and it helps my back and legs. I can tell within a hour if I didn't set it up the right way. Hope it helps.

That is part of the problem, I am also 5’6” and with the current seat in my boat I can’t comfortably touch the floor and there is no adjustment on the seat pole.

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10-10-2021, 05:37 PM
DockShootinJack

It does seem to be easier on the back
10-11-2021, 08:16 PM
gillchaser999

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Made it to the lake today !
I didn’t load the boat with fish , but it was a beautiful afternoon and I really enjoyed myself .
The new Millennium boat seat worked great as did my compression socks .
I was able to fish 3 1/2 hours .
I caught four small LM bass and only one small redbreast . I don’t know where the bluegills were hiding .
My fishing buddy caught two small bluegills and three small LM’s .
I did hook something that pulled drag and made a nice attempt at jumping only to wrap me on an underwater limb and break me off .
Jig and spinner was my bait of choice , with a Roostertail doing duty for my friend .
I was able to launch my boat myself and load it back up when came back in .
Can’t wait to go again .
Oh almost forgot ……… Kaboom ! 🤣
10-11-2021, 08:56 PM
StantheMan2567

Awesome you got out and enjoyed the day. Keep the reports coming!
10-12-2021, 03:16 AM
DockShootinJack

Congrats on what sounds like an awesome trip on the water.
10-12-2021, 04:13 AM
"G"

Glad you got out....I think your going to like that seat
10-12-2021, 05:11 AM
skeetbum

Glad it went well for you Chaser. I have another suggestion. Shorten the seat pole. I know it’s fixed but they will come apart. Take off an inch at a time until you get the right length. I’m 6’2” and need mine a bit taller than most. I believe 11” is standard and mine is 13”. Makes a big difference.
10-13-2021, 10:50 AM
VaCrappieMan

Glad you got out and caught some fish. I have upgraded the seats on my little pelican to the millennium seats and I believe they make a huge difference. Congrats on your outing.
10-13-2021, 11:00 AM
Alphahawk

Congrats on getting out.

Regards
10-13-2021, 04:01 PM
BobC

Pretty piece of water, Gill.
Bob
10-13-2021, 06:10 PM
gillchaser999

Thanks . The best part is it’s only about 10 minutes from my garage ..
I spent the afternoon today adding a couple of rollers and new lights with new wiring to my solo boat I’m putting together.
It’s an Alumacraft 10x36 I bought several years ago to fish a couple of ponds I used to have access to , and only got to use it a few times .
I’ve got a Millennium boat seat for it also , but it’ll be mounted in the back .
Hope to repack the bearings tomorrow and mount the seat .
Maybe on Friday , I’ll be able to make a solo trip down to the lake .
The 10x36 will be easier to handle by myself , it’s so light . So is the little trailer.
10-14-2021, 10:52 AM
funfishers

I hope you have a Great day on the water and the boat is to your liking.
Wife and I hope to do some fishing Saturday.
10-19-2021, 07:55 PM
gillchaser999

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Took the 14x36 Alumacraft out this afternoon with a fishing buddy of mine.
What a beautiful afternoon to be on the lake , low 70’s , light wind .m
We took off for the back of the lake hoping to fish a big flat that’s been productive in years past .
When we got there we found a underwater mossy mess . A duck and goose paradise.
I should have known . The lake level has been up for at least a couple of years .
During our drought years the draw down would keep the vegetation under control.
Plan B , a big cove just before the backwaters.
No monsters today , but I was able to bring nine panfish to hand , including bass , bluegills , shellcracker, and redbreast .
Here’s a couple . All were caught on 1/32 jigs with a shortened slider grub .
10-19-2021, 08:18 PM
moonrunner

gillchaser,
Looks like Plan B worked out fine for you guys. Those are some beauties, nice colors in those gills.
10-20-2021, 03:30 AM
DockShootinJack

Nice fish.
10-20-2021, 06:45 AM
Slabprowler

Nice !
fun times for sure!
10-20-2021, 07:54 AM
Smitty39365

Good times [emoji106]

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10-20-2021, 08:31 AM
catchNgrease

Glad you got. When I started back the first few times were the hardest. I knew I wanted to go fishing And I would enjoy it but the fear of the struggle made it tough.

I do think Millennium seats help. And I love my BT speaker. I also realized early on that it was ok to pull off to the side and sit in the shade and drink a bottle of water and rest and enjoy watching mature. The water helps your body regulate temperature if it's hot or cold.

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