BobBski 2017..

[BobBski]

Nothing to brag about.  Caught a few small ones while waiting for the bigger fish to show.

 

[highdesertranger]

dang Bob I have used lures that big. LOL. highdesertranger

 

[BobBski]

HDR...These are what I was catching for bait lol

 

[BobBski]

Raining out sooo, did laundry.  This container holds all my clothes; 3 pants, 6 T’s, and 6 underwear.  Fits nicely under the front half of the bed with 3 other same size containers.  This is my entire wardrobe,  minus what I’m wearing and 1 sweatshirt, 1 hoody and 1 insulated rain/wind jacket.  The other half of the bunk is accessible through the back doors and holds my fishing  tackle.

 

[bullfrog]

So you have your priorities right as it seems you got more fishing tackle than clothes and no socks!

 

[BobBski]

A good balance . Nope, no socks...crocs and tennis shoes are my only foot gear

 

[BobBski]

Well, it’s still raining so decided to visit a bait n tackle shop in search of a saltwater spinning reel.  Plan on putting it to work tomorrow.

 

[bullfrog]

You probably already know but when checking out Texas fishing license if in a state park none is required and they sometimes have "classes" that I would think you could get some local tips on what works, anyway keep everything from rusting and good luck fishing.

 

[JustACarSoFar]

Well, it’s still raining so decided to visit a bait n tackle shop in search of a saltwater spinning reel.  Plan on putting it to work tomorrow.

that's a snazzy lookin reel!  (I fish, therefore I am)  but.. I fish inland small and Great Lakes.. so..

do you have to have a 'salt water' reel?   :huh:

 

[bullfrog]

I was told the main difference is the lube they use inside and longer crank handles but I really abuse my reels and rods. Salt water reels were on sale and cheaper than the fresh water same version so I bought a couple. They seemed a little stiffer to crank when new but I can not tell much difference now that they have some use. Also I use braided line on everything (30lb to 50lb) as I mostly dock fish around a lot of cables so that affects cranking resistance also I guess but I really don't notice any difference between them now.

 

[BobBski]

JustACarSoFar....short answer, no you don’t need a saltwater specific reel. Having said that, just make sure you rinse reel with freshwater after use and clean/oil more frequently. This is the first “saltwater “ reel I’ve ever bought, I like the idea that the bearings and gears are sealed. I will still rinse it off daily.

 

[Sleep]

Hi Bob, How are the girls! Getting ready to hit the road with my little one and sure hope she likes. I think she will.

 

[BobBski]

Hi Sleep, the girls are doing great and enjoying the beach . I was concerned about how they’d travel as well, they’ve done super. All the best on your journey.

 

[BobBski]

Indianola Marina, my kind of place.  Great little place to fish, buy bait, and eat.  Weekends, live music and every Friday is steak night, $9.99 for 8 oz ribeye, baked potato and salad.

 

[highdesertranger]

the look on that kids face is priceless. highdesertranger

 

[BobBski]

HDR....Happy indeed and a lifetime memory. Nothing like watching kids fishing

 

[bullfrog]

HDR....Happy indeed and a lifetime memory.  Nothing like watching kids fishing

He's hooked!

 

[BobBski]

Met a lot of great people last night at Indianola Marina.  I was just an observer and will be fishing here starting Monday.

 

[BobBski]

My kind of place, Indianola Marina.  Indianola, once a major Texas seaport, is now a ghost town, but Indianola Marina perseveres.  I spent New Years Eve here last year.  Life is good.

 

[bigsallysmom]

Thanks for the info on Indianola. I usually hang out around Rockport and Port Aransas but they've gotten busy and fancy. Indianola is not far from there so I can visit it too. Maybe I'll have myself a new hang out place.