Thanks T! The larger fish made several 50-75' runs, and despite the 7' MH flippin stick I had no answer except to hold on and keep the tip high. Even with heavy tackle it took over 5 minutes to get her in. I admit I was a tad fatigued after the second fish...I need to get into HSB fighting shape!

Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after. ~ Henry David Thoreau

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