Pond Boss Forums MANAGING AN EXISTING POND Evaluating and adjusting fish populations The Sincerest Form of Flattery(wrt Bruce Condello)

Novice fisherman, here.

Two guys who are probably the most experienced HSB fishermen I know are disagreeing. I wanted to point out that there are definite differences in Summertime water temps and probably dissolved O2 levels between george's Texas and Bruce's Nebraska. I figure that is one very likely reason they see things differently - because things are different.

george, I break enough 10 pound lines on my smaller 8 lbs CC and 3 lbs LMB that I suspect my wipers biggest worry from a 4 pound rig is pierced lips. I will know more after I hook some LMB or CC; they outnumber and outweigh my HSB and should give me some big fight 4 lbs line experience first.

There is no one bait, fishing pole, line weight, or reel suitable for all kinds of fishing. That's part of the beauty of the sport ( and one reason why DD has a garage full of tackle).