I used a couple of old jointed cane poles last weekend while fishing with my 8 yr. old Grandson/Pardner. He wasn't too impressed with the idea at first but when he caught 4 CC's about 4 lbs each, he changed his attitude. On the last cat, the pole broke just above the joint. However, it still stayed together just above the joint and he got landed it.

A little later, we went back to the pond and he put a piece of nightcrawler on using a rod and reel. A bass grabbed it and promptly lit out for a brushpile. The fish got hung up and straightened the small hook. He told me that it wouldn't have gotten away if he had used his other cane pole.

Keith, thanks for starting this thread. I was trying to figure out just why I have about 30+ rods and reels and 10 tackle boxes of foolers.

Anybody know where you can get a Calcutta around Fort Worth?

It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP Grandpa