ibay 5/3 Nice solo run

[MadPerry]

Today I got my first run with ipilot autopilot, in tandem with kicker.  Having controls around your neck is HUGE.  Moved out of the channel around 5:30 and set up in 30fow north of the bay.  Maintained 2.5-2.8 downspeed on the fh.  Started the day out with a wire/dipsy w/flasher/fly, 3 color core w/spoon, and rigger at 25 w/cheater(spoons).  Took an hour before that first hit and it came on the rigger at 25.  12 lb king that gave me a ride I've never had.  Never have I had a fish circle the boat while maintaining a trolling speed.  And with all that craziness, I never crossed another line.  The next fish was 2 hours later, and glad I didn't give into boredom.  Settled into a 40 and 25 rigger, both with cheaters, and 5 color core setup but worked outward and east to Webster.  Stayed away from the pack at around 60fow and it paid off.  A pair of Kings at 15lbs, and 2 Lakers in the 8-10lb class.  Ended the morning 5 for 8 with the 3 rod spread, and a double that I could only manage bringing in one.  The weather was great, the lake was flat, and the fish were quality.  We are so fortunate here.  All spoon bite for me, with Warrior NBS/Warrior Salmon Slapper custom taking 2 fish each, and a Pro King mag Roadkill took 1.  Orange and whites weren't touched.

 

Edited May 3, 2015 by MadPerry

[tlombardozzi]

Nice job, thanks for posting

[Pike Hunter]

Great job out there with solo fishing!  Auto pilot is the way to go. Good luck out there.

[kayaker919]

I was fishing solo in the same area and think I saw you. I did have a couple crazy near boat experiences with feisty spring kings....running alongside the boat and running for riggers and prop, but none full circle! It does add another element to it. Great job!

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[MadPerry]

I was fishing solo in the same area and think I saw you. I did have a couple crazy near boat experiences with feisty spring kings....running alongside the boat and running for riggers and prop, but none full circle! It does add another element to it. Great job!

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Fairly certain we passed each other a couple times, now that I see your boat in your avatar pic.  That king was just nuts.  Didn't think it was possible. 

[momay4000]

WTG on your solo expedition!!

As always - be safe out there and best of luck!

Chris

[matthew21703]

Ever need a mate let me know

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