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08-14-2008, 04:36 PM
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Oblivious // Grunt, Grunt Master
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: over the hill
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Originally Posted by Tagger
Larry ... If you don't mind ,, about how many stones that cost .. You buy local ? brand name .? are some better than others .. ?
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Eddy, I ordered mine from Divers market in plymouth. They have 10% off and no sales tax this coming weekend. It was about 300 bucks when all said and done, including socks. I plan to try wading boots initially. I got the hyperstretch henderson because most people seem to agree it is worth the extra money for a flexible suit and this brand was recommended by many. I got a full suit because that is what I see pictures of most people wearing and I didn't want to spend extra money for several different neoprene jackets in order to get the greater versatility of the farmer john style. I got the 5mm because I don't want to be cold and 7mm sounds like too much for most of the year. I suspect I'm nuts. |
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08-14-2008, 04:55 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: North Fork
Posts: 2,260
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Originally Posted by numbskull
Eddy, I ordered mine from Divers market in plymouth. They have 10% off and no sales tax this coming weekend. It was about 300 bucks when all said and done, including socks. I plan to try wading boots initially. I got the hyperstretch henderson because most people seem to agree it is worth the extra money for a flexible suit and this brand was recommended by many. I got a full suit because that is what I see pictures of most people wearing and I didn't want to spend extra money for several different neoprene jackets in order to get the greater versatility of the farmer john style. I got the 5mm because I don't want to be cold and 7mm sounds like too much for most of the year. I suspect I'm nuts.
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I suspect you are correct welcome to the club.  |
Originally Posted by Flaptail
"Throw plugs like we do that will cause them to suffer humility. Pogies make any fisherman look good when bass are around. Bait is easy."
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08-14-2008, 05:00 PM
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xxx
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Playin' in the Dark
Posts: 2,407
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word of advise, be carefull where and when you decide to swim out. to most people on shore, someone a few hundred yards offshore on a rough night is in trouble, not fishing. had the police and fire department out looking for us one night with spotlights. have heard of others having similar experiences.
also, i'd recommend loading up with all the stuff that you'll carry when you fish and going for a swim on a calm day if you're at all not sure of your swiming ability or overall fitness level.
that's all for if your actually swimming, for just deep wading and not having to worry about filling waders if you mis-step, just go for it, the wetsuit is much safer and more comfortable than waders and a dry top (and more cost effective since dry tops inherintly suck and don't last long at all)
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"Remember, my friend, that knowledge is stronger than memory, and we should not trust the weaker" - Van Helsing
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08-14-2008, 05:22 PM
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xxx
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Playin' in the Dark
Posts: 2,407
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tough to beat being out there though
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"Remember, my friend, that knowledge is stronger than memory, and we should not trust the weaker" - Van Helsing
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08-14-2008, 05:31 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Kingston, Ma
Posts: 2,294
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larry, i'd love to swim with....bigger meal than me for the sharks.
when using it, a few pointers
1 never jump off rocks. ALWAYS sit on bum and slide in
2 when coming into shore, kind of sit with legs out and infront so if wave pushes you in you don't get buried face first or break leg getting pushed in to rocks
3 always check gear is secure everytime u get in water so you don't lose stuff
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08-14-2008, 05:43 PM
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Afterhours Custom Plugs
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: R.I.
Posts: 8,650
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good stuff mike! it's great to have some of our experienced wetsuiters chime in with pointers and helpfull hints.
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08-14-2008, 06:22 PM
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BigFish Bait Co.
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Hanover
Posts: 23,392
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Mike I would give myself a smelly jelly rubdown to go fishing with you!! Seriously though, I really only bought mine to give me the "deep wading" advantage and to rid myself of the worry of getting swamped in my waders! I have been lifegaurd certified so I am good in the water for sure! I plan on deep wading but who knows...as long as my shoulders are wet I am sure I will find myself on a rock or two before too long! I also have to agree with Don....having a few guys who are experienced lend their support and knowledge is truly appreciated! 
Many folks have mentioned the Henderson Hyperstretch AquaSuede suit to me so I figured how can I go wrong? As Numby said....3 bills with da socks! South Shore Divers in Weymouth Eddie! |
Almost time to get our fish on!!! 
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08-14-2008, 06:40 PM
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xxx
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Playin' in the Dark
Posts: 2,407
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also, always carry a good knife that you can access quickly with one hand
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"Remember, my friend, that knowledge is stronger than memory, and we should not trust the weaker" - Van Helsing
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08-14-2008, 07:22 PM
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All up in the Interweb!
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: In the dog house.
Posts: 5,209
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Originally Posted by redlite
larry, i'd love to swim with....bigger meal than me for the sharks.
when using it, a few pointers
1 never jump off rocks. ALWAYS sit on bum and slide in
2 when coming into shore, kind of sit with legs out and infront so if wave pushes you in you don't get buried face first or break leg getting pushed in to rocks
3 always check gear is secure everytime u get in water so you don't lose stuff
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Where is Max? I want his advice on the best way to prop a rod and reel atop a rock before you climb on up...  |
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"Out there in the surf is where it's at, that's where the line gets drawn in the sand between those who talk fishing and those who live it."
- a wise man. 
One good fish, a sharpie does not make...
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