ML, I would have treasured a photo and documentation of your CNBG of a lifetime.
The Texas state record for BG from private waters is 3.25#�s and you were pushing or exceeding the record.
With the current interest in BG on the forum, I have gotten in the habit of carrying a camera, tape measure and scale - and a bucket of water on my mule utility vehicle.
Also, I am sure you are aware that the cork grip on 5wt fly rod is normally 7 inches to use for measurement in a pinch.
Congratulations....!
Go back and catch him ...
