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  1. J

    Quantum Smoke S3 PT Spinning Rod

    I just picked up a Quantum Smoke S3 PT Spinning Rod for 70$ off, 7'2" MH, Extra Fast. I was was wondering if anyone had experience with this line of rods and if this is a good deal? Im just starting to move into more expensive equipment so any information would be great.
  2. S

    Places to fish for salmon

    Hey im a young salmon fisherman, I usually fish this one east tribe. It has been hit or miss for me. Infact I went the other day and caught a real nice sliver Chinook, my first of the season.I know how to fish for salmon but some tips wouldn't hurt.Im looking to switch it up a bit this season...
  3. B

    Buying a used rod - need advice

    Hey Guys. Just trying to upgrade my gear and I'm looking at some used rods and I can't find much info on what they should be worth. Just want an opinion if any of you know St Croix - MBC70MF $75 St Croix - RC71MF $75 St Croix - MBS70MHF - $110 Any help would be great. Thanks guys
  4. Isabella Ploszaj

    Fishing lake trout (splake) for beginners!

    Hi guys! I have a cottage on a lake near Bancroft. They stock the lake with Splake (lake trout and Brooke trout hybrids). I haven't been able to catch one yet, and i don't exactly have a good understanding about these species ( lake trout). I am an avid bass fisherman but i just haven't been...
  5. W

    river conditions

    I know better than to ask for spots to fish but how about if l ask about the lake ont tribs, oshawa to trenton, are they iced over still or maybe fishable in the lower sections? Living 3 hrs away makes scouting a little less pleasant than some yrs ago. thx gang
  6. rayray519

    St. Catherines

    Thinking of heading to St. Cath. to try my luck. Looking at the different Youtube videos, seems like ppl fish off the bottom with roe bags (bottom bouncing). Is this the best method to fish this tributary/port? Will chucking spoons work there as well during the day around this time of year or...
  7. GearJunky

    Fish Finder Question

    Afternoon all, I own a 10 foot Pelican Plastic Bass Raider boat like this one: http://www.pelicansport.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/produits/boat_bassraider10e.jpg?itok=nrVH-Dkw Mostly for farting around campsites. Its easy to throw in the back of my truck without a trailer and...
  8. Cyphus

    FLY OUTFIT

    Alright Ladies and Gentleman, Here's the deal, birthday just went by and ended up with $250 in BassPro giftcards and I'm thinking about getting a fly outfit. I need some advice from all you fly guys. It's my first fly outfit, so I'm not really sure what too buy and could use some advice. I...
  9. Robert Pogue

    Not the summer I was expecting.....HELP!!

    Hey guys, Recently in the last 3 weeks i moved from my amazing apartment on an Island along the Ottonabee River in Peterborough to rooming with a friend down in Cambridge. trust me not what i wanted because i could catch walleye and musky off my deck if i wanted back in Peterborough. but other...
  10. rayray519

    Help understanding the wateroffice page

    Can someone please help me understand how to read the http://www.wateroffice.ec.gc.ca/index_e.html readings? For example, the Southampton area, what are the ideal or "fishable" conditions I should be looking for? Flow/levels..
  11. S

    Fish Finder Help

    Lately I have been doing some research on fish flasher/fish sonar units. One unit that has really caught my eye is the Lowrance Elite 4 ice machine (from CT $350, comes with both skimmer and ice transducer). The reason I am interested in this unit is not only because it has a sonar screen, but a...
  12. Robert Pogue

    What's the trick to catching these fall fish?

    Hey guys, as the summers comes to an end I'm in the same predicament I'm in every fall. Every year I go after school fall fishing either on a river or a lake. And usually end up either skunked or on occasion catch the odd fish. I need help!! I'm not sure of the setups, speed or action I should...
  13. ryanjacobs

    salmon fishing missasauga area help

    hello i am new to salmon fishing the rivers and i am looking for some tips! i was hoping for some tips on what kind of gear to use i have a centre pin float rod set up but i am wondering what size hooks to use, bait, etc. if you would be willing to share some decent spots to try that would be...
  14. Robert Pogue

    Why is the Grand River so High

    Went down to the Grand River today. Haven't been for a month and I noticed the water levels were really high for this time of year and the weather that we've had in the area. Whats the cause? Because the weather I remember having the past while has been quite nice. I just need some input on...
  15. adudesuperman

    Help with first time fishing in ontario

    So I am a 16 year old kid going camping with the family and a friend. I have fished a bit before and know a little. I'm planning on fishing off of a canoe and i was wondering a few things. 1) I don't have a livewell in my canoe and i was wondering if i could still keep fish in anyway even if i...
  16. Robert Pogue

    Looking At Some New Spinning Combos. NEED HELP!!

    Hey guys I've recently been on the lookout for a good rod and reel combo since my last one broke on me (both rod and reel). Anyways, I've been looking around Canadian Tire (I know there selection sucks compared to SAIL). But, I would really like to have some pointers on some good combos. My...
  17. S

    What kind of minnow is this?

    Any Ideas? Because i don't. It was in one of my minnow traps
  18. S

    What kind of Sucker is this?

    I was taking a stab by saying it was a northern hogsucker but i wasnt quite sure... Any ideas?
  19. Robert Pogue

    Grand river this weekend. Any tips?

    Hey guys, i'm heading up to my parents place up around the Cambridge area for the long weekend. I got a couple good kayaks that i go fishing in along the Speed River and the Grand River around that area. Last summer was probably the most disapointing trip for my first time up there. We got so...
  20. rayray519

    Zone regulations help/confusion

    I am in Windsor Ont, for a couple of days with the family - want to try my luck in the Detroit river... but.. I am a bit confused by the 2 different Zone regulations. It appears that Windsor is in Zone 16, but on the zone 16 doc, says that Detroit river falls under Zone 19? They have very...
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