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Sounds great Mike.....heading out Friday AM I hope, for the first shake down. Hope to catch up with you this year sometime...... Look for the Blue Crestliner....with the riggers hangin' out the back! Dave

Thanks! Looks like $100 rebate from Minn Kota as well the next few weeks. Do you recal the shaft legth you had Splitshot? I have measured 26" from the water level to the top of the bow where the motor will be mounted. Thinking 48" sounds too short. Minn Kota makes a 54"....but do not want too long either. Dave

Good Day all...... Looking to purchase a new trolling motor for the Crestliner 18 ft. I have looked at all the buying guides and I am finding conflicting info. So, I thought I would ask for hands on real world experience. Minn Kota Terrova 55 was what I was looking at. 12v system to keep the weight off the boat with the 24v dual batteries. Anyone have any thoughts or experience with this? Thanks, Dave

OK guys, thanks for the info. Mike, I will be dropping mine off at Morgan's on Sunday. For sure, we need to hook up in the Spring. Giving one more weekend.....weather looks a bit on the windy side, but going to give it a shot, Thursday, Friday and Sat. Dave

Good Morning, How did you guys do this weekend? Cold as heck I think, from what I heard. My last trip will be this weekend coming up, starting Thursday. Pulling the boat Sunday I think. Does time of day really matter this time of year? I have found it does not, but would like to hear your thoughts. Since the sun is so low, not as much effect on the fish depth. Might see you out there next weekend.... Ever on the radio? Dave

Mike, thanks for the info. Looks like my trip will be 10/22, 23, 24 and 25..for the last one of the year. Long run for me to that end but I may try it. I am just North of the college on the East fork. I think I will try the Bluff early, then troll up your way for a few hours as a general starting pattern. You been on the water next weekend, might see you. Keep in touch, your info is helpful! Dave

Hello all...heading up next weekend for a few days before I pull the boat. Anyone fished lately? Hope to get out a few hours, depending on weather. Thanks, Dave

Very nicely done........I had to leave Sunday AM...fished Sat morning , saw a ton of fish off the bluff, but only turned one. F/F Gr mostly. Then went to the thunderstick and thunderstick jr.....even had a few spoons out. Not a good day, Dave

Yes, I have made the run down from Penn Yan a few times. Will try again one of the Sept mornings. I usually head to the Bluff and troll North towards you. Starting points vary, sometimes just South of Lakeside, others over by the Power Station or right off the point. All depends on currents, wind and weeds. (sounds like a country western song..."current, wind and weeds"..)

Mike, have you had any luck down the Hammondsport end?

Still have not pulled a LL from Keuka yet....grrrrrrrrrrr.

I ran 20 FF with a 12 lbs leader, did well around the bluff area and North - both branches, staying away from the weed scum that was stirred up by the storms. 20 FF worked well..... Nice to hear the kids enjoyment across the board! Go get 'em!! Dave

Heading out this weekend.....are they everywhere? Was up two weeks ago and they where bad by the Park. Appreciate any info...Dave

Heading out this weekend.....are they everywhere? Was up two weeks ago and they where bad by the Park. Appreciate any info...Dave

Hey Mike........I had the fleas as well Saturday morning early. not as bad as you!! Went to the #20 FF and it seemed to work....I hate using that stuff.. Fleas or Cotton Tree ?

F/F is my #1 set up........LT's only though, been working the spoons for the rare other species in this lake....RB's and Browns early. Dave

OK guys...I get the picture. Sounds like a matter of choice, both models will physically setup and work the same. Data, data, and more data....how did the fisherman of the past survive without..... Thanks agian....I am in the market! ..... Dave

AP12R and AP14R - what are the major differences between the two? 18' Crestliner w/115......thinking I only need the 12. ANy thoughts? Thanks, Dave

Does the State Park have a fish cleaning station? Anyone know? Thanks, Dave

How do I find Hank??? Dave

thanks all.....not sure why I had so much trouble. Dave

CBish, How many hours do you have on the unit? I have an 18 footer that gets blown around a bit more then I like. Thanks, Dave

Striking out with my on-line searches. Are these guys still in business? Anyone know where I can find a few? Thanks! Dave

Off the bluff, skyn? Looks nice.... Dave

I have been looking at this one myself.....nothing more frastrating then dropping/pulling the lines in the wind by yourself.......please post often. Maybe a group purchase may come out of it. Always up for a discount on this top priced equipment. Dave