I'm on my 5th season with my Okuma Convector 30DLX's and haven't had a bit of a problem with them. They're a great reel as far as I'm concerned. As with any reel I have to remember to back off the drag at the end of the day. Just my opinion.
Atta way to go Dave. I enjoyed the adventure reading it. There's gonna be many more stories to tell, but keep a good thought and have fun with it. Congrats on keeping the skunk at bay.
Memories like that are why we like to see kids take up fishing with their Dad. I wish I could have just one more day with mine. I'll never forget the memories. Congrats on a great day fishing with your son. Catching was a bonus.
No such thing as a little guy when ya got a big fish in the boat. Welcome to the site wikifish. Looking forward to lots of pics & reports from Black River Bay. Nice area & great fishing.
Sure hope your brown holds 2nd. Good luck and congrats on the maiden voyage. Landshark says you did a nice job setting her up. Can't wait to see the pics.