08-24-2003, 02:04 AM
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[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]Don't wait for cold weather to get up there. I just spent three days on the Gorge with IFG and it's a whole lot easier to learn the locations and techniques when it's warm. I was lucky. IFG is a wiz on that lake. We didn't catch a whole lot of fish but We had a great time. I learned a lot of new tricks but also found out it is very similar to what I already was accustom to.[/size][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]I was surprised at how critical location can be. Structure makes all the difference in the world. I'm no expert on the Gorge by a long shot but knowing which areas and structure hold large fish help. Good electronics are a must. I took no GPS points but I could find the structure again.[/size][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]Being able to stay on the fish is essential. Like Kayote said, an electric is a popular way to stay on them. There are several people who were using them but a bank of batteries are required to fish all day.The wind or lack of it is the key. We anchored up because of the wind and got on to fish. You may not have the option of good weather when you are there and may need a backup plan. Also be aware that the Gorge is a big lake and can produce some good wave action if and when the wind kicks up. Something to consider when using a smaller boat such as yours.[/size][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]Jigging is basically the same. You may want to add a few buzz bombs to your arsenal and a few slugos. Heavy jigheads in wind are a must to keep vertical in the wind. I tested some of TD's "experimental" large spearhead tude jighead with a spinner blade on them. They proved to have excellent flash and action. WE gave them a good testing but caught no fish on them but we didn't catch a lot of fish on anything. I would recommend having a few if you can sweet talk TD out of a few.[/size][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]There are a few good hotels to stay in Manila and after Labor day, room price will go down to $40 or less. There are two restraunt or cafes that serve from 6:00am to 9:00pm so there is coffee and a breakfast in the morning and there is a meal after a long day of fishing. The Vacation Inn has kitchenettes with a small fridge and range but NO utensils or pots of any kind. If you decide to go there pack a box of ALL cooking utensils. [/size][/font]
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[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]Don't wait for cold weather to get up there. I just spent three days on the Gorge with IFG and it's a whole lot easier to learn the locations and techniques when it's warm. I was lucky. IFG is a wiz on that lake. We didn't catch a whole lot of fish but We had a great time. I learned a lot of new tricks but also found out it is very similar to what I already was accustom to.[/size][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]I was surprised at how critical location can be. Structure makes all the difference in the world. I'm no expert on the Gorge by a long shot but knowing which areas and structure hold large fish help. Good electronics are a must. I took no GPS points but I could find the structure again.[/size][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]Being able to stay on the fish is essential. Like Kayote said, an electric is a popular way to stay on them. There are several people who were using them but a bank of batteries are required to fish all day.The wind or lack of it is the key. We anchored up because of the wind and got on to fish. You may not have the option of good weather when you are there and may need a backup plan. Also be aware that the Gorge is a big lake and can produce some good wave action if and when the wind kicks up. Something to consider when using a smaller boat such as yours.[/size][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]Jigging is basically the same. You may want to add a few buzz bombs to your arsenal and a few slugos. Heavy jigheads in wind are a must to keep vertical in the wind. I tested some of TD's "experimental" large spearhead tude jighead with a spinner blade on them. They proved to have excellent flash and action. WE gave them a good testing but caught no fish on them but we didn't catch a lot of fish on anything. I would recommend having a few if you can sweet talk TD out of a few.[/size][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][size 3]There are a few good hotels to stay in Manila and after Labor day, room price will go down to $40 or less. There are two restraunt or cafes that serve from 6:00am to 9:00pm so there is coffee and a breakfast in the morning and there is a meal after a long day of fishing. The Vacation Inn has kitchenettes with a small fridge and range but NO utensils or pots of any kind. If you decide to go there pack a box of ALL cooking utensils. [/size][/font]
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