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    Which baitcaster

    I'm not that "skilled" at baitcasting, but realize that to have precise casting, I've gotta suck it up and learn how to use.<br /><br />So, looking for a good baitcasting reel, combination of quality and price.<br /><br />A couple I'm thinking of are:<br /><br />Shimano Curado, Pinnacle, Penn<br...
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    Gasoline Question

    I have a 36 gallon tank in my 19 foot '86 Cajun bass boat. I'm just curious as to how long a full tank should get me. It's a 115 hp Johnson o/b.<br /><br />Just give or take. Not sure, so I'm asking, despite feeling a little foolish for asking.<br /><br />Thanks.
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    Re-decking a Bass Boat

    I'm about to embark on a new project. The wood in the deck is rotted, so I'm replacing the front and rear deck of my 86 Cajun, and recarpeting the whole thing.<br /><br />Is marine-grade wood necessary, or will 3/4" pressure treated plywood be alright?<br /><br />Also, any advice/words of...
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    Difficult steering

    Hey all, I'm new to boating. Recently got my first boat, an 86 Cajun (19 ft) w/ a 115 hp Johnson.<br /><br />It's pretty tough to steer it. It takes a lot of force to turn the wheel at times.<br /><br />Can you suggest what the problem may be, and what I could do to fix this? Or is this just...
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    Trolling motor pedal

    I'm brand new to the bass boating scene, and I can't get the pedal on my Minnkota 765mx to work.<br /><br />It could be broken, and it could be user error.<br /><br />First off, should the pedal change directions of the motor out of the water? I've done most testing of it in my yard.<br /><br...
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