Part 2 magazine article is now out and it's VERY NICE.

ExBassGuide · 12-16-2009, 08:24 PM

http://www.insideline.net/il-online/...agerstrom.html

Stan has done a great job on this one! I think you may enjoy it.
The magazine is the Gary yamamoto insideline magazine. Not many nw bass fishermen ever get in a publication on line or in print.
Thanks every one!!!!
Roger

team doyle · 12-17-2009, 08:10 AM

good stuff roger.
thanks for pointing us to a great article.
congratulations on your widespread exposure!
joe

raptorschild · 12-20-2009, 09:10 AM

Good substance. Good article. I enjoyed the read, and learned some things.

There's infinite info on how to rig a million different types of plastics, but your Youtube video combined with the article show how you manage the bait after its in the water. That is rare.

arkansasbasser · 12-26-2009, 10:56 PM

Good stuff>

KStock · 12-31-2009, 11:24 AM

Hey Roger,
I'm already gearing up for 2010 so I just went through all your Youtube videos again. It made me realize just how much work you have put in to helping others to become better Bass fishers. A big, big thanks for that on behalf of all of us I'm sure!
I have a few in depth questions for you regarding your famous 3" wacky method with slip sinker versus drop shotting...

1) When do you use one method over the other and why?

2) Related to above, I noticed you are purposely moving the bait towards you re your wacky rig when you shake the rod tip, but recommend not moving the weight towards you when shaking your drop-shot rig. Is this simply because a stationary weight sitting on the bottom is the essence of that system (bait moves up and down but weight should not) and thus the main difference between the two methods? Or are there other reasons or thoughts?

3) Is the movement of your hollow core (slip sinker) part of the functionality of your wacky system... or does a static split shot a few inches above the hook catch as many fish?

4) Does the hollow core slip sinker size and proximity in relation to the hook ever matter regarding spooking fish?

5) When I cut my hollow core it closes the holes. Is this simply because my cutting tool is not sharp enough?

6) I find that I do better with my drop-shot rig during a more vertical presentation from my boat (better action, better feel, and fewer snags). When I want to cover more water I change to a Texas, split shotted, or Carolina rigged Senko. You seem to like to cover the same amount of water with your drop-shot. Thoughts?

7) On my drop-shot I find that most of my bites come on the pause (or maybe it just seems that way? When do you tend to get bit... during the shake or the pause (either method)?

8) Do you think I have too much time on my hands to be asking these silly questions?

Thanks Roger.

ExBassGuide · 01-01-2010, 08:54 PM

Your answers are under your questions below and they are in RED

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Originally Posted by KStock

Hey Roger,
I'm already gearing up for 2010 so I just went through all your Youtube videos again. It made me realize just how much work you have put in to helping others to become better Bass fishers. A big, big thanks for that on behalf of all of us I'm sure!
I have a few in depth questions for you regarding your famous 3" wacky method with slip sinker versus drop shotting...

1) When do you use one method over the other and why?
If I'm fishing from shore I can cover more water and get farther out into the lake or river with a dropshot. I normaly let the fish tell me what they like better. I enjoy fishing the wacky rig so i fish that way more offten.

2) Related to above, I noticed you are purposely moving the bait towards you re your wacky rig when you shake the rod tip, but recommend not moving the weight towards you when shaking your drop-shot rig. Is this simply because a stationary weight sitting on the bottom is the essence of that system (bait moves up and down but weight should not) and thus the main difference between the two methods? Or are there other reasons or thoughts? I want the bass to focus on my lure not the weight. So I try to not move the weight when I am working the bait. I have had bass hit my weight on a dropshot. Yes the wacky rig is worked along the bottom on a horizontal plane.

3) Is the movement of your hollow core (slip sinker) part of the functionality of your wacky system... or does a static split shot a few inches above the hook catch as many fish? As the wacky rig falls the weight seperates from the bait. So the last foot of the fall the bait is weightless. As I start to shake it the weight is right next to the bait and stays there. I NEVER PEG THE WEIGHT! A split shot pinched up the line a little will not work as when you are shaking the bait. Normaly the only time you need to peg a weight is when fishing in brush or heavyer cover. I never shake a bait when a split shot is added. I always just drag the rig.

4) Does the hollow core slip sinker size and proximity in relation to the hook ever matter regarding spooking fish? I use a VERY mall weight and I do not think it spooks bass at all.

5) When I cut my hollow core it closes the holes. Is this simply because my cutting tool is not sharp enough? try smaller cutters and sharper. USE CUTTERS THAT ARE FLAT ON ONE SIDE. If you need I can post a photo of my cutters.

6) I find that I do better with my drop-shot rig during a more vertical presentation from my boat (better action, better feel, and fewer snags). When I want to cover more water I change to a Texas, split shotted, or Carolina rigged Senko. You seem to like to cover the same amount of water with your drop-shot. Thoughts? The drop shot works great with a vertical and a horizantal presintation. I almost always fish dropshot by casting out, even from a boat. I do not fish it right under the boat unless fishing DEEP water. I use the split shot on smooth lake/river bottom and use drop shot in the rocks.

7) On my drop-shot I find that most of my bites come on the pause (or maybe it just seems that way? When do you tend to get bit... during the shake or the pause (either method)? I get most on the fall back to the bottom but also get some on the shake.

8) Do you think I have too much time on my hands to be asking these silly questions?

NO QUESTION IS SILLY! I love to try to answer everyones questions!

Thanks Roger.

ExBassGuide · 01-17-2010, 06:24 PM

[QUOTE=ExBassGuide;2877125]http://www.insideline.net/il-online/...agerstrom.html

THANK YOU EVERY ONE!!!! Thanks to you the two columns about my senko fishing were both the best read stories on the entire YAMAMOTO site.
The magazine is very happy with all the views the stories are getting!
THANK YOU!!!!!!
Roger

Trout,myster · 01-18-2010, 09:39 AM

For those who have never read it, Stan's book "Catch More Bass" is a classic. Not much on new lures and use, but basic bass fishing at its best IMHO. I have the book and also "Catch More Steelhead" that I've treasured for years. Not sure if they are available anymore.

Basscaster · 01-18-2010, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ExBassGuide

http://www.insideline.net/il-online/...agerstrom.html

THANK YOU EVERY ONE!!!! Thanks to you the two columns about my senko fishing were both the best read stories on the entire YAMAMOTO site.
The magazine is very happy with all the views the stories are getting!
THANK YOU!!!!!!
Roger

Insideline is a great mag and has some great articles about Yamamoto baits. That is a nice opportunity to share some info with some other fishermen. However, I find it odd that you promote other brands of knock off senkos on here and other forums. With Yamamoto being the first one to come out with the senko, I would think he would not be too happy with all the fake-os on the market.

ExBassGuide · 01-18-2010, 11:46 PM

I use all brands. I think yamamotos are the best but I still use all brands.
I use all brands of crank baits too. from bandit to lucky craft and strike king. the magazine knows I use all brands. Yamamoto is very happy with the coverage the 2 part series is getting. I am not getting lures or money for it!
I DO FISH YAMAMOTO BAITS TOO.
Roger

phil strader · 01-19-2010, 06:11 AM

5) When I cut my hollow core it closes the holes. Is this simply because my cutting tool is not sharp enough? try smaller cutters and sharper. USE CUTTERS THAT ARE FLAT ON ONE SIDE. If you need I can post a photo of my cutters.

Kstock, go to the pet store and buy a pair of dog toenail trimmers. They are built a little like a hole punch, only they have a slide cutter on the end. trust me on this one....they will leave the hollow core, and leave the edges smooth and slightly beveled, there is no cutter that I have ever seen that will do as clean a job.

typically cost 6-10 bucks, I usually get a couple of seasons out of a pair. hope it helps

phil strader

DJD · 01-19-2010, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by phil strader

5) When I cut my hollow core it closes the holes. Is this simply because my cutting tool is not sharp enough? try smaller cutters and sharper. USE CUTTERS THAT ARE FLAT ON ONE SIDE. If you need I can post a photo of my cutters.

Kstock, go to the pet store and buy a pair of dog toenail trimmers. They are built a little like a hole punch, only they have a slide cutter on the end. trust me on this one....they will leave the hollow core, and leave the edges smooth and slightly beveled, there is no cutter that I have ever seen that will do as clean a job.

typically cost 6-10 bucks, I usually get a couple of seasons out of a pair. hope it helps

phil strader

Thats a great tip!!!!

KStock · 01-19-2010, 09:03 PM

Kstock, go to the pet store and buy a pair of dog toenail trimmers. They are built a little like a hole punch, only they have a slide cutter on the end. trust me on this one....they will leave the hollow core, and leave the edges smooth and slightly beveled, there is no cutter that I have ever seen that will do as clean a job.typically cost 6-10 bucks, I usually get a couple of seasons out of a pair. hope it helps

phil strader[/QUOTE]

Thanks Phil! I will follow your advice.