Value of Eagle Claw Granger Ocean Spinning Rod (GO 200 - 8' 1/2")

Question eagle claw rod I have a never used eagle claw granger ocean spinning rod. model No. GO 200 - 8 1/2 ft.Wright & McGill Co.Can you tell me what it i

Identifying & Buying Spinnerbaits: A Guide for Bass Fishing

QuestionQUESTION: czesc ok my guestion is what that spinner bait called that doesnt have the 2 little metal piece its 1 big piece like a sqruare on an angl

Penn Peer 209 Parts Diagram & Assembly Information - Scott's

QuestionHi, I need what we call in german an Explosion Plan (a graphic drawing of the parts) of the Penn Peer Nr. 209 to put the reel together again. &nbs

Value of Vintage Hardys Zane Gray Fishing Rod (1950)

Question game rod Hi Joe.My husband owns a Hardys Zane Gray split cane big game rod and we wondered if you could give us a rough idea of value.It is in rea

Finding Replacement Fiberglass Rods: Fenwick FS 83C Alternatives

QuestionJoe,  Im looking for the above mentioned rod, or blank. Do you have any idea where I might find one. also what would be the closest current m

MinnKota Transom Mount Trolling Motor Reversing Issue - Troubleshooting

QuestionI bought a used 27lb. thrust MinnKota and put it on the water for the first time this morning along with my first boat. My problem is that it is op

Bass Fishing Line Setup & Weight Selection for Shorecasting

Questionhow should my like be hooked up for fishing for bass i do shore fishing so the line has to go far and what types of weights should i use i have the

Straightening a Curved Fishing Rod: Fiberglass & Bamboo Repair

QuestionI have a 81/2 ft. spin rod that over time (its a 2 pc.)has developed a slight curve on the top half of the rod.Is it possible to straighten it out?

Dr. Howald Flyrod: History, Value & Usage Guide

QuestionMy uncle gave me a flyrod made by Dr. howald. Its a 79 rod that has never been used. Still in the cardboard tube and sleeve. The pat. no are 2,571,

Best Trolling Motors for Small Aluminum Boats: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionMy dads in his 70s and still fishes on the lake he grew up on in northern MN--about a quarter mile wide and 3/4 mile long.  He still uses a 1

Are Black Spots on Bass Safe to Eat? | Fishing Q&A

Questioni live i nh and recently i caught a five pound bass it had black dots all over it so i threw it back i was wondering if i can it fish that have bla

Vintage Hardy Salmon Rod & Reel Appraisal - Value & Authenticity

QuestionQUESTION: I have an old,1925 Hardy Salmon rod. It has three parts, each being 4 feet long with an interchangable four foot tip. Beautiful little wo

Identifying Custom Bamboo Rod Makers: P.H. Kerridge & E.C. Powell

QuestionHas anyone heard of a custom bamboo rod maker from Fullerton, California, I believe it says P. H. Kerridge?  The only other information on the

Sears Fishing Rod & Reel Value: Identification & Appraisal

QuestionHi Mark,I have just purchased a Sears 6.5 foot spinning rod.Made from fibre glass,(I guess),Reccomended line 6-12 lbs,there is a code on the rod 6

Fenwick FS65 Spinning Rod: Age, Value & Fishing Insights

QuestionHi Dough,i have just purchased a fenwick fs 65 spinning rod,i picked up at a garage sale for $20.00.it is in great cond. could you please tell me a

Value of Vintage Heddon Fishing Rod & Shimano Reel - Expert Appraisal

QuestionHello Joe, I have a heddon Mark IV #7555 7 standard (med heavy) action rod Registered # 112700 with a  shimano syncopate 4000FD quickfire II

Edgar Sealey & Sons LTD. Reel Valuation - Expert Insights

Questionhave come across a edgar sealey & sons LTD. red diamond super No. 12000 spinning reel in our garage and was wondering an approx price estimate. muc

Best Kayaks for Fly Fishing: Stability & Casting Performance

QuestionQUESTION: I am interested in learning if there are any kayaks that are designed for stability to let you stand in them when fly casting.  I ha

Lead-Free Fishing for Stripers: Alternatives to Lead Line

QuestionI want to start trolling for stripers but I dont want to use lead line what else can I do?? AnswerHi Larry, I dont know how deep you have to go,

Bamboo Fly Rod Tip Top Repair - Troubleshooting & Solutions

Questionhello Mr. Douglas, I have an older split bamboo fly rod (8 ~5wt) that my uncle assembeld from a kit in the sixties or early seventies there are no