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Perch Bite is on

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What do you consider a good fishing day? Just getting out on the water? Catching a fish? How about having a banner day catching massive sized perch one after another. Tinboats member Wallijig and his uncle had just one of those days while fishing for Perch through the Ice. All I can say is wow. Road trip anyone?  Good job gentlemen! Check out one of the Perch… ...Read More

Rapala Scatter Rap

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Rapala has a new lure and concept coming out that might just change things in the lure industry called the Rapala Scatter Rap. The Rapala Scatter Rap series of lures uses a new unique lip called the scatter lip. The Scatter lip is designed for Evasive and erratic swimming action according to their website. I cant wait to get my hands on a few to try them out. The Scatter… ...Read More

buying a used aluminum boat

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This article is a beginners guide to buying a used aluminum jon boat . How to assess and apply your needs to available platforms, determine value, transfer, register, engines, and trailers. This basic guide will help first time buyers get into a reliable, cost efficient vessel. 1.1 Introduction 1.1a Registration 1.1b Sale Venues 1.2 Hull Size 1.2a Hull Type… ...Read More

Black Dog Shell Cracker G2

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Here is a swimbait that caught my eye, the Black Dog Shell Cracker G2. I like the action of this bait and I like the fact that it is only 1.5 ounces. No special equipment needed for this bait. I will probably use my 7’6 Extra Heavy Jig rod for this. Check out the video and let me know what you think. Do you have this bait? Let me know what you think of it. Take a moment… ...Read More

Albright Bridgestone Waders

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This is going to be my review of the bridestone waders I purchased from Albright. I got on their mailing list and pretty much on a monthly basis I get an email letting me know about their “70% off sale”. If this is their marketing scheme, it works. I purchased a pair of their Bridgestone waders for a whopping $65.48 delivered. I understand you get what… ...Read More

SpiderWire sunglasses

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I purchased a pair of Spiderwire sunglasses because I misplaced the sunglasses I had. Finding a good pair of sunglasses is hard to do. Finding polarized sunglasses that will not break the bank is even tougher. Cruising through the fishing section of my local Walmart I came across a display of Spiderwire sunglasses. My first impression was that they looked sporty… ...Read More

Win a Boga Grip!

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Attention TinBoats members and potential TinBoats members here is an opportunity to win an IGFA certified Boga Grip. I know it’s no boat or a million dollar prize, but it is a prize that is just plain cool. Everyone wants one, no one wants to spend the coin to buy one unless you are hardcore. I will buy you one. But, just like in life, nothing is for free. This… ...Read More

Boat Seating made easy with the SliderG5

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Here is a product that actually makes sense. For those of you with jon boats or v-boats sometimes all you want is a little more comfort for a day on the water. The idea behind the SliderG5 is a simple solution to a long time problem that deals with fixing the comfort level of good old bench seats. Anyone who has spent even a couple of hours on a Tin boat knows the first thing… ...Read More

Powell Diesel rods

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Powell has introduced a new rod for 2012 call the Powell Diesel. Here is the description directly from the Powell website: Powell Rods has every angler and every budget covered. The Diesel series of rods boasts Powell’s long standing tradition of performance and innovation at a very refreshing price. Do not let the low cost fool you. These are rods designed… ...Read More
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