05-10-2006, 11:32 AM
[cool][#0000ff]I have been using the large fish baskets (19"X30") for many years. While I usually do not keep bass, those I have kept have never died. In fact, other than a few wimpy trout, I have never had any fish die while being kept in those baskets.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]They also have a huge capacity. I have kept some very large hauls of perch, white bass, catfish and other species, and still had plenty of leftover space. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]If you have a Sportsmans' Warehouse in your area, they have those big baskets for about $10. Most online suppliers are two to three dollars more.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]If you get one, be sure to tie the spring loaded trap door on the bottom closed. Big smart fish have been known to lift that opening and escape. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Many bassers and salt water tubers and tooners make live wells from nylon mesh bags, using some of that foam noodle material around the top for floatation. I have tried making a couple of those and I find that they tend to restrict the natural swimming and movement of fish more than being in a rigid wire basket.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]They also have a huge capacity. I have kept some very large hauls of perch, white bass, catfish and other species, and still had plenty of leftover space. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]If you have a Sportsmans' Warehouse in your area, they have those big baskets for about $10. Most online suppliers are two to three dollars more.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]If you get one, be sure to tie the spring loaded trap door on the bottom closed. Big smart fish have been known to lift that opening and escape. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Many bassers and salt water tubers and tooners make live wells from nylon mesh bags, using some of that foam noodle material around the top for floatation. I have tried making a couple of those and I find that they tend to restrict the natural swimming and movement of fish more than being in a rigid wire basket.[/#0000ff]
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