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    You know without differences of opinion discussions (and learning for that matter) wouldn't take place. The fact is that folks have given valuable input on this issue from a number of angles and we can take away from it whatever we wish. In the final analysis it is important that we all come away from the discussion with greater understanding of the issue (s) and maintain our respect for our right to express our views here as well as each others views regardless whether we agree with the content of them. We've all been right AND wrong at some point in our lives....and as long as we learn something along the way it's all part of the learning experience. This is a great forum of exchange of information and a wonderful resource from which to learn and we all have good reason to keep it that way.
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    The size of the waves may not be the most critical factor it will probably be wind speed and direction especially. If the wind is blowing toward shore you will have a more difficult time controlling the boat in close than if coming from shore for example. You will be fishing the shoreline and pretty tight if for browns right now so boat control should be the main determinant. Two to four ft waves shouldn't a problem in your boat....just assess the wind situation and the particular shoreline you'll be fishing (e.g many boulders near shore, sunken obstructions such as pilings or old dock bases etc.). Good luck if you go!
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    Very nice fish. Our best wishes for a speedy and full recovery for Capt. Jim. We've lost way too many of our Vet brothers. May God be at his side.
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    Pap - Zack is right unless you are real partial to an extra long fluoro leader for some reason 8 or 10 ft is really sufficient for this purpose. I use a Spro #8 swivel connecting mainline to leader to prevent twisting.
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    If you go to mono you may be considering 200-500 pound test (depending on the boards might check with Amish Outfitters)). Mono stretches more than braid and you want something that is relatively abrasion resistant (mono with a hard coating rather than the soft stuff). Some boards have a tremendous pull to them so with waves etc you need something very strong. I think it may be more prone to weakening from UV exposure too. The problem of the releases not sliding easily may be due to other factors also such as the things you are using to hold them on the line, and possibly the boards themselves getting ahead of the boat speed and creating slack etc. Might want to check that out as well. I think this a may be one of those issues where stuff that is specifically designed for a particular purpose is the "best fit" (I.e. planer board line).
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    Check with Geordie Magee Canvas in Brewerton (near Oneida Lake) http://mageecanvas.com/ Just a suggestion if you have input into the construction of the top. See if you can have it made wider from front to back than the one in the pic and slanted down toward the back a little more than the pic you have. It will provide a little better shade in full sun and also shed the rain water better.
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    Atlantic
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    Cool Thx Bob.
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    7/16 or 9/16 (or smaller too) in black will work Pap
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    I'd be interested in seeing some pic s of them if you get to it.
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    Going to be like going out in a new boat Mike Best of luck with it and with the fishing.
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    Good they are dredging it out before the derby that silt was piling up pretty good in there.....hope they get out from the end of the dock aways this time....
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    Doing quite a bit better now thanks Mike. Hope to see you at derby time
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    Nice going ! That's what it's all about ....fun.....great exposure for young kids and that first pic says it all....WTG
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    Really nice looking machine Dave. Good luck this season.
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    Glad to help out Mike and remind me a few days before the tournament and I go check again and update you. Les
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    Yes it seems to be down a bit and that is a good thing right now. It will be interesting to see how bad this ice jams up in the outlet though. Hopefully things will work out OK and there won't be excessive damage but at this point who knows....
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    Good going Mike. Certainly not a project for the weak of heart The Admiral is right in the midst of doing his Penn Yan right now...and I know you guys have had your hands full....not everyone would tackle it but when you have a boat that you know so well etc. it pays to put the time and energy into it (let alone the price of these new boats). Congrats! My hat is off to you. Best of luck with it and with fishing this season. Les
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    Mike I actually went down to the north end to give you a better idea of "on the ground" data. Pictures speak volumes....it is anyone's guess right now and dependent on wind direction and speed and perhaps rain conditions. It is possible that some docks may be taken out by the ice when this stuff moves despite the "bubblers" etc. Here is a visual "tour" of the north end from Wyffels Road (about 3 miles out on west side north end side to Kershaw Park at the extreme north end including the launch ramp and pier areas:
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    Yeah it will probably hit 50 about the first week in August this year
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    "The Canada goose is another species that has really become a problem". Yeah Justin it is pretty bad when you have to wear hip boots to the launch ramp; not to deal with the boat but the goose crap....let alone the guys on a golf course The crows are a problem in my area too. I haven't hunted ANYTHING in years (timing issue interferes with my fishing) but I've tried to nail a few of the crows at close range out in my back yard with a pellet gun with ballistic pellets....every time I so much as turn the knob on the door they take off like rockets.....frustrating... but I have to laugh...they seem to be kinda smiling too as they take off which pizzes me off even more
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    What year is the motor Nathan?
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    My condolences to his family in this difficult time.
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    Hi

    Sk8man replied to Rickski's topic in Introduce Yourself

    Welcome aboard Rick. It is a great forum with a lot of very knowledgeable people who are generous in sharing their information and opinions.....Very healthy for the sport! Les
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    Very well said Justin. You covered some great points on both sides of the issue.
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