Asleep is probably getting his fish from Jones Fish Hatchery - Newtown OH. They have a policy of free delivery with a $150 order. Considering delivery is included and SMB are pretty scarse this fall, esp those larger than 5" the price is high but if fish survive then money was well spent. One always pays a premium for SMB. I think with fatheads present the 3"-4" SMB will survive okay. I think the 10" YP will mostly target the fish in the 2"-2.5" size range. Since Asleep in June put in 30 BG in the 4"-7" range, he should also have some YOY BG to help as forage and take even more predatory pressure off the 3"-4" SMB.
Asleep - If it was me I would reduce the FHM by approx 5-10 lbs and in their place get approx 5-10 lbs of golden shiners from Jones FH. They will do good as long term forage for YP and SMB.
