01-05-2003, 03:45 PM
[cool][font "Times New Roman"][size 3]May the FORCE be with you, Mr. Mack. As you so correctly state, it is a matter of personal preference, and I would never presume to suggest you are wrong. Your favorite fish and favorite tackle are a matter of what turns your crank. There is no real right or wrong...well, maybe sometimes. There is only what works best for you.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]I do understand where you are coming from. Like yourself, I put in some time on the West Coast, and I miss the full contact hand-to-fin combat on the big boats. Abusing hatchery pets and perch on wimpy rods is a poor substitute for muscling big salt water beasties on stand up tackle. And, that is a type of fishing that instills an appreciation for both quality gear and tough line...and plenty of it.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]I would not think of challenging or refuting any of your preferences. I'm sure they are all based on loads of successful experience. So be it.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]I suspect we could have some good times together when I get moved back up to Utah. How long in advance do I have to put in for a reservation in the fabled BLM boat?[/size][/font]
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[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]I do understand where you are coming from. Like yourself, I put in some time on the West Coast, and I miss the full contact hand-to-fin combat on the big boats. Abusing hatchery pets and perch on wimpy rods is a poor substitute for muscling big salt water beasties on stand up tackle. And, that is a type of fishing that instills an appreciation for both quality gear and tough line...and plenty of it.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]I would not think of challenging or refuting any of your preferences. I'm sure they are all based on loads of successful experience. So be it.[/size][/font]
[font "Times New Roman"][size 3]I suspect we could have some good times together when I get moved back up to Utah. How long in advance do I have to put in for a reservation in the fabled BLM boat?[/size][/font]
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