What are good tips for a new boater, who just doesn’t want to get in the way on the water. Also I see a lot of fishing videos but not a lot on teaching newbs about how to use their trolling motor (I mean really beak it down to how deep it should be in the water to how to adjust it to correct height for your boat…) if anything good out there send it my way. Thanks in advance!

Be sure the check out the garage sale. Scored this real for an amazing price. Brian, only one question, looks like this reel was never used. What pound is the braid? Thank you. This thing is smooooth!

I totally debated about posting this, as I'm a complete rookie this year. If I can help someone, however, this will be worth whatever embarrassment I may feel.
So yesterday, I was fishing my favorite pond near where I live. I have seen everything from small bluegill and crappie, up to a 33lb carp ( I didn't catch it, but I helped the old man down the bank net and weigh it)! In fact, my PB bass was caught there, which is the one in my picture. I was throwing a Neko rig on my spinning setup, and hooked into an absolute giant! I fought him and got him right near the bank, he jumped, and when he landed, he hit the bank, snapped my line, and got away! I still picture that jumping fish in my mind even today. He looked like one of those trophies you see on the wall.
I couldn't believe that he snapped me off...braid to fluoro leader. My knot survived, but he straight snapped my leader. After sitting there for a couple minutes, I decided to check my drag. My drag was SO tight! I hadn't used that combo in a while, and completely forgot to check it. Hard lesson to learn on what would have been a personal best...
So always check your drag guys and gals! I'll certainly never forget!

I have an old 1986 basscat with a 150 johnson motor. It’s only the second boat with a steering wheel I’ve owned. My question is is there a year limit on any of the tournaments trails. I like co angling but South Carolina has mor co’s than Boaters so it’s tuff to link up with anyone. And any tips to help make my boat tournament friendly and does anyone have tips on making my old boat more tournament friendly

Hello everyone, it’s been a while since I’ve been active in the community chat. I haven’t been fishing since the end of July, bc I decided to have my boat updated to give me more of a competitive edge for the upcoming 2025 tournament season. I’ve had the chance to take a couple of fishing charters, other than that, I’ve been living my fishing dreams through all of you and your posts. Keep up the good work! I hope to rejoin the tournament world in November/December. Good Luck Everyone!

Had good Sunday on St Lawerance River!

I forgot the giveaways tonight 🥹🙄

Looking forward to seeing everyone in the live tonight at 8PM EST. Excited to hear part 2 of the Fall Fishing series!