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Thanks for the excellent report Rick. They're always enjoyable. Can't for the WHI this weekend! I can see some monster fish being brought in. Jim

The channel has been dug out at Port Bay, but neither north or south launch sites have their docks yet. You can still use the launches. The brown action has been pretty steady both east and west of the channel. Jim

I went by the Margaretta launch this noon, and the docks are in. Jim

Happy birthday Tom! I hope you have many more! Jim

I have a bunch of self drilling/taping screws. I'll bring them along. Great for aluminum. Jim

Pictures Ray!! Pictures!!

I'll be there Saturday and Monday Tom. I didn't see a time for Monday, but am assuming 9a.m. Jim

Way to go Andy! I was on my way home from fishing off the pier as you were launching at Pier One (I think that was you). I recognized the boat from a picture on a previous thread. Did you have better luck east or west of the channel? Or didn't it make much difference? Jim

My wife and I took a ride to Oswego the other day for a 'fish-n-chips' at Rudy's. Afterward, we took the normal tour by Wrights Landing and the Eastside Marina (not much going on yet). Then I thought I'd stop by Fat Nancy's but- IT WASN'T THERE!! I thought maybe they moved to another location in the city. So when I got home, I called the Pulaski story and was informed that they closed the Oswego store! Was I the only one who didn't get word?? Oh well- it's just a little longer ride! Jim

Glad to see that you found something Chris! Jim

Traveling man If you go to 'Google Maps' and search for 'Storage Bayberry, NY', you will find about 10 storage facilities. Most are along Oswego Road (route 57) just north of Liverpool. Jim

Traveling man, I remember a storage facility on Vine St. heading toward Henry Clay Blvd. I don't recall the name or if it's even there any more. Jim

Hi Tom, I'll be available again for pen net mending and fish food bagging. Just let me know the date and time and I'll be there. Jim

Paul, At the time I purchased mine, I wasn't interested in mounting a motor on it. It was used mainly in the Adirondaks. Now that I'm not as efficient with the paddle as I used to be the transom model would be the way to go! And I would definitely recommend going for the Wood and wicker seats. Once again, I would recommend taking a ride to The Oak- Waterport facility. I think they have a bigger selection, and take a couple different models out on their pond. You'll have a better feel for stability and ease of getting in and out. Jim

It's in Ontario at my sons house.

Paul, Mine doesn't have a transom. It's a 2 pointed type ( the second canoe down on the the Oak site). There is an aluminum/wood bar that attaches to the two gunnels behind the rear paddler, and the motor would be to the side of the canoe. I've used an electric motor quite a bit and it moves you along quite nicely. Jim

When I bought mine, the literature I had stated it was titanium/aluminum alloy. It didn't quote percentages. I can only say that it was a pleasure carrying it around the Adirondak ponds (or I should say my son says so ha-ha). We have managed to bounce off quite a few rocks and have ground the bottom on many stream sides with only a few minor paint scratches. Jim

gokudl3, Thanks for the information and pictures, I'm about to tackle my 16 ft Starcraft FM160. Your post has been very helpful! Big Dave- We'll have to compare our progress. Mine is a 1988 with a 35hp Merc. (Get ready Hank, I'm really gonna do it this time!!) Jim

Hi Paul, I actually live near the lake just east of East Bay- near Wookit (Wolcott). The canoe is made of a titanium/aluminum alloy that gives it it's light weight. It is then lined on the inside with closed cell foam that softens any noise from banging the sides or bottom. It has side sponsons and oar locks so it can be used like a row boat. Believe it or not, but there is also an optional sail that you can purchase! Of course with a beam that wide, it's not very fast. But when I'm in it fishing with my son, I'm not in a big hurry for it to end!! Here's a link to the Oak Orchard Canoe site showing the Radisson: http://www.oakorchardcanoe.com/radisson.php I ordered mine with the optional oak/wicker seats. Jim

Paul, I've had a 14 ft. Radisson canoe for about 15 years. I've had it in the lake bass fishing, in the bays for perch and pike, and many trips to the Adirondaks north of Tupper Lake fishing the ponds for trout and skamania. It's super stable with a 38 in. beam, weighs only 41 pounds, can carry 800 pounds, and has a side mount for a small gas or electric motor. Currently, my son has it and takes his sons to the Daks to keep up the tradition. Take a ride to Oak Orchard Canoe and Kayak, in Irondequoit or Waterport. You can get a better idea of what's available. And the staff is very knowledgeable. Jim

Could that be a picture of a school of carp running along the lake shore?? I've seen schools like this along the shore near East Bay in the spring. Looks like about 19-20 fish. Jim

Happy birthday Tom! Here's hoping for many more! Jim

Nice fish Lumberman!! It looked a little bumpy out there. Did you go west? Jim

Yah- the word is definitely out. I took a ride by the north launch around 11:30 am today. There were four trucks with trailers parked in the lot, and two guys were launching their Mirrocraft (18-20 ft?). I didn't see any boats on the lake or the bay, so not sure if they were perchin' of brownin'. Jim

Way to go Bree!! Congratulations! How were the crowds Todd? Jim