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by Welderdude
Sun Aug 25, 2019 2:35 pm
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: GBRA to Drain Remaining Lakes
Replies: 17
Views: 10517

Re: GBRA to Drain Remaining Lakes

While I do understand that the dams need MAJOR work to remain safe, this is another instance of the River Authorities being totally and completely untouchable by the public. The directors are appointed by...the Governor, and they answer to...the Governor and only the Governor. LCRA has grossly screw...
by Welderdude
Mon Jul 01, 2019 3:36 pm
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: San Gabriel below Georgetown
Replies: 13
Views: 8764

Re: San Gabriel below Georgetown

I did that same trip a few weekends ago. Did not go past the deep pool where the houses were though. Did lots better fish wise the weekend before...the water had become stained the second trip. Am told that with the water moving, you can put it at the park in G-town and make the trip down to the cro...
by Welderdude
Tue Apr 02, 2019 6:58 pm
Forum: Kayak Rigging
Topic: Old Town Topwater vs. Bonafide RS 117
Replies: 2
Views: 4177

Old Town Topwater vs. Bonafide RS 117

Considering these two boats. Not my first kayak, but getting back into the paddle over the pedal. Have had OK Trident and Big Game 2, as well as the Hobie PA 12. Not looking for a BTB boat, just something to enjoy the rivers. Anyone have any first hand experience with either of these?
by Welderdude
Sat Mar 09, 2019 5:54 am
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: I do like a swimbait
Replies: 9
Views: 4219

Re: I do like a swimbait

I find it funny that now the rage is "swimbaits" when it is mostly a shad imitation. That is what I grew up fishing with, was my father's favorite go-to lure to use. The sizes were not as varied as now, but I remember my favorite one was a two colored, gray and white, that we could only fi...
by Welderdude
Mon Jan 07, 2019 9:46 am
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Lake Bastrop Need Suggestions...
Replies: 17
Views: 6903

Re: Lake Bastrop Need Suggestions...

We fished the 'Strop on Friday before New Year's...was cold and wind, but managed 6 fish, biggest was 3.6 pounds. Most were caught at the discharge, using a white lipless crank or a white swimbait. Did manage a small one up near the boy scout camp.
by Welderdude
Sat Dec 29, 2018 8:20 am
Forum: Kayak Rigging
Topic: Garmin Striker Plus 4 and Ram Mount Setup?
Replies: 19
Views: 14180

Re: Garmin Striker Plus 4 and Ram Mount Setup?

So have you used the Garmin yet? I had one and found it super easy to use, it boots up fairly quickly, and has a clear picture. To me, one of the better values out right now.
by Welderdude
Thu Oct 04, 2018 7:02 pm
Forum: New to Kayaking
Topic: Areas around Austin, TX?
Replies: 14
Views: 7783

Re: Areas around Austin, TX?

I feel your pain. Hit me up when you can go...I am in georgetown and not opposed to fishing the barren bitch. Have caught some nice ones out of there
by Welderdude
Wed Oct 03, 2018 9:43 pm
Forum: New to Kayaking
Topic: Areas around Austin, TX?
Replies: 14
Views: 7783

Re: Areas around Austin, TX?

Come fish the Colorado River with me on Saturday morning. Bring the PA
by Welderdude
Wed Jul 18, 2018 10:24 pm
Forum: New to Kayaking
Topic: Pedal or paddle?
Replies: 9
Views: 5356

Re: Pedal or paddle?

There is a Hobie PA12 on here for a helluva good price. Would be a good kayak for the bays
by Welderdude
Sun May 13, 2018 6:01 pm
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Where to put in at Lake Belton
Replies: 4
Views: 2800

Re: Where to put in at Lake Belton

Fished out of Cedar Ridge park last weekend and tore it up
by Welderdude
Sun May 13, 2018 7:07 am
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Loco Trash Bash
Replies: 3
Views: 2212

Re: Loco Trash Bash

Wish I would have known of this...I usually end up filling the back area of my yak each time I fish my beloved LOCO
by Welderdude
Tue May 01, 2018 7:14 pm
Forum: New to Fishing
Topic: Good spinning rod under $50?
Replies: 4
Views: 16658

Re: Good spinning rod under $50?

I have an H2O Express light action spinning that is awesome. But, the Lightning rods are my go to
by Welderdude
Tue Apr 24, 2018 8:35 pm
Forum: New to Fishing
Topic: Good spinning rod under $50?
Replies: 4
Views: 16658

Re: Good spinning rod under $50?

Hard to beat a Berkley rod for the money
by Welderdude
Sat Apr 21, 2018 6:34 am
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Rod and reel opinions
Replies: 3
Views: 2544

Re: Rod and reel opinions

I've used the black max reels for 5 years now. Only had one out of four completely fail on me, probably due to not cleaning it and using it every time I fished. Was my 2nd baitcaster and I really wish Cabelas would put them on sale again for 25 like they did 3 years ago...should have bought more. I ...
by Welderdude
Sat Apr 21, 2018 6:31 am
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Colorado River San Saba --> Colorado Bend
Replies: 5
Views: 3407

Re: Colorado River San Saba --> Colorado Bend

I want to know if the trip happened and how it went?
by Welderdude
Tue Mar 20, 2018 7:19 pm
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Lost Mirage 180 Drive in Surfside
Replies: 11
Views: 3839

Re: Lost Mirage 180 Drive in Surfside

I lost, and replaced, a non 180 Mirage drive...it hurts . At least I landed the fish I was fighting, which made the $684 replacement well worth it...NOT. Feel you pain man
by Welderdude
Sun Mar 18, 2018 8:31 am
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Colorado River Access
Replies: 6
Views: 4170

Re: Colorado River Access

RiverSchool Camp is still a pay for access place, but you have to take into account the wier dam that is just downriver from the camp. I was at 183 yesterday and the access is no tas bad as it has been previously. You have to park on the road, but they have a maintained trail to roll your kayak down...
by Welderdude
Sun Mar 18, 2018 8:27 am
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Guadalupe River
Replies: 8
Views: 4058

Re: Guadalupe River

Nice Winnie. What campground did you stay ?
by Welderdude
Thu Mar 15, 2018 7:58 pm
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: My Daughter, Bass Queen.
Replies: 11
Views: 12635

Re: My Daughter, Bass Queen.

What river?
by Welderdude
Thu Mar 15, 2018 7:56 pm
Forum: Kayak Rigging
Topic: Maybe another good deal?
Replies: 2
Views: 2291

Re: Maybe another good deal?

Half off is always a good thing
by Welderdude
Sun Mar 11, 2018 9:39 pm
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Colorado River Access
Replies: 6
Views: 4170

Re: Colorado River Access

973 to Little Webberville is a good float, not alot of access points in between. If you had access at Austin's Colony, I would put in there and fish up just a little and then go down. I would do the run from 973 to Little Webb with you if I have enough notice to set it up
by Welderdude
Sat Feb 24, 2018 7:19 am
Forum: Saltwater
Topic: Hobie PA 12 or PA 14
Replies: 6
Views: 3066

Re: Hobie PA 12 or PA 14

I run the PA 12 for my fishing fun. Could use the extra room the 12 offers in the front hatch but for river fishing cant beat it. Have been on a 14, only in the salt, inshore fishing in Maui. Also used the 17 there. Both seemed extremely stable, but the wind caught each of them even more that it see...
by Welderdude
Sun Jan 07, 2018 3:04 pm
Forum: Freshwater
Topic: Help for visiting bass/trout fisherman
Replies: 5
Views: 2888

Re: Help for visiting bass/trout fisherman

Fished yesterday at Huaco...caught only one trout, but it was a monster at 19". Not the little stockers that I was expecting, but only saw two other trout caught and they were small. Not sure why it was so slow; they stock every Friday according to the schedule. Anyway, stopped by Rio Guadalupe...
by Welderdude
Wed Dec 27, 2017 8:37 pm
Forum: New to Kayaking
Topic: Looking for fishing friends
Replies: 8
Views: 4441

Re: Looking for fishing friends

I used to hit the stretch at 183 until the powers that be F'ed up the access. Usually now hit the 973 area or go to Big or Little Webberville. Would also be interested in heading down your direction for some new water
by Welderdude
Mon Dec 25, 2017 1:29 pm
Forum: New to Kayaking
Topic: Looking for fishing friends
Replies: 8
Views: 4441

Re: Looking for fishing friends

If you ever feel like hitting the Colorado give me a shout