05-30-2013, 01:45 PM
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Trout Magnet Question
I have some crappie magnets and just ordered my first trout magnets and was wondering. I read where a lot of people use 2lb line with 2lb. fluorocarbon leader. Is there any reason why 4lb line combined with 2lb fluoro leader wouldn't perform as well?
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05-30-2013, 01:47 PM
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The TM only weighs 1/64 oz
you can use 4 lb test if you can cast far enough with it
I've found I have better luck w/ the Crappie Magnet ( and the TM ) on 2 lb test
I just catch more fish w/ 2 lb 
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05-30-2013, 01:56 PM
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You can cast further with the 2 lb test and I personally believe the 2 lb test gives the bait a more natural fall and better action. Just my thoughts 
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05-30-2013, 02:04 PM
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X2 on what they said. I use 2# test NanoFil. It has its draw backs but casting distance is not one of them.
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05-30-2013, 02:38 PM
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Thanks everyone!
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05-31-2013, 01:04 AM
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Wearing them out !! <'TK><
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Originally Posted by Alphahawk
X2 on what they said. I use 2# test NanoFil. It has its draw backs but casting distance is not one of them.
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Randy.. Gill City ... Just want to say I have had a blast with these TM's ... I also use fly rods but it seems the TM's ... 1/64 oz. ... just has more cast for cast action ... (But I won't quit my fly rods) they are better at times ...
I can just walk and jig around my dock and pick up 3 or 4 I really like the Bison color ... I switched to a white today and caught three Bass on a TM ... one went 1.5 pounds ... Now talking about fun ... with a 40 year old Fenwick Black Hawk 1st addition Graphite UL 5' 8" Rod ... Had a blast !!! I can't get any work done in the shop now ... I work 15 min's and take a 45 min fishing break ... But on the other hand .. That might not be bad ...  <'TK><
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05-31-2013, 06:19 AM
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tk, I think you are working too long. Downscale that work break to 10 minutes and upsize the fishing break!
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05-31-2013, 07:27 AM
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I can see TK's gears turning now. Trout Magnet "check", Crappie Magnet "check", Striper Magnet? Hmmm possibility....
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05-31-2013, 08:07 AM
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Originally Posted by tkwalker
Randy.. Gill City ... Just want to say I have had a blast with these TM's ... I also use fly rods but it seems the TM's ... 1/64 oz. ... just has more cast for cast action ... (But I won't quit my fly rods) they are better at times ...
I can just walk and jig around my dock and pick up 3 or 4 I really like the Bison color ... I switched to a white today and caught three Bass on a TM ... one went 1.5 pounds ... Now talking about fun ... with a 40 year old Fenwick Black Hawk 1st addition Graphite UL 5' 8" Rod ... Had a blast !!! I can't get any work done in the shop now ... I work 15 min's and take a 45 min fishing break ... But on the other hand .. That might not be bad ... <'TK><
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Yep....getting those large mouth on that rig is a hoot. You know those Fenwick Blackhawks are in demand and are very hard to find. A lot of rod builders are looking for those to redo and sell....it was a very popular rod.
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05-31-2013, 11:24 AM
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I used 8lbs line with Crappie Mags and had a great time.
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05-31-2013, 11:42 AM
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Chunky one on a trout mag
Caught this on Monday, creek in Wilson county, at a friends farm. Chunky loved the trout mag on that 2 pound test. Need to straighten my hat.
creek bass.JPG
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05-31-2013, 11:53 PM
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Nice !!! ... <'TK><
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Caught this on Monday, creek in Wilson county, at a friends farm. Chunky loved the trout mag on that 2 pound test. Need to straighten my hat.
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Now that had to a to be major FUN !!! <"TK>< 
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06-01-2013, 06:38 AM
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I work 15 min's and take a 45 min fishing break<'TK><
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That's what I call time management
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06-01-2013, 09:44 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by robhal11
Caught this on Monday, creek in Wilson county, at a friends farm. Chunky loved the trout mag on that 2 pound test. Need to straighten my hat.
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Good picture with pretty creek in the background!
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06-02-2013, 08:45 PM
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Rob what happen did that tail slap your hat sideways??LOL. Talk to ya later..
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Originally Posted by robhal11
Caught this on Monday, creek in Wilson county, at a friends farm. Chunky loved the trout mag on that 2 pound test. Need to straighten my hat.
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