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Posted on: 23 February, 2005

Author: Originally published in Procats Online Magazine

Monster Hunt: Ledge Lunker Blues

Summertime angling for trophy-sized blue cats on huge reservoirs can be tough. Peer across an expansive lake and the sheer vastness will seemingly swallow you whole. Where do you start? Do you just go out and look around with a good locator and hope to see some arches and begin fishing? Based on past experiences you know two things. Sometimes you have to drift. Other times you’ll have to anchor. How do you know which to do first and what types of structure are you looking for that will hold big burly blue cats? Procat pro-staffer Jeff Williams ardently targets...

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Posted on: 21 February, 2005

Author: Aron Wallad

Bo Sox Power

As a Yankee fan for over 40 years I have seen many Yankee comebacks. 1978 was a great year. After being down 14 games the Bronx Bombers stormed back to overtake the Red Sox in the one game playoff. Bucky Dent sure had his baseball fantasy. The 1958 Yanks. The team of Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra were down three games to one. They beat the Milwaukee Braves to redeem themselves for the previous year’s World Series loss. The Braves happened to be the target for another Yankee comeback in 1996 when the New Yorkers stormed back from a 2-0 (...

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Posted on: 17 February, 2005

Author: Ernie Horning

Callaway ERC Fusion Driver - Long and Straight

The ERC Fusion Driver is an ultra forgiving and accurate driver. This golf club is available through the "Callaway Golf Pre-Owned" website (www.callawaygolfpreowned.com). The ERC Fusion Driver is available in lofts from 7.5 to 12.0, and is great if you are looking to drive the ball "Long and Straight". The 360CC carbon composite head, with a forged titanium face, is actually 75% lighter. The ERC Fusion's 45" shaft is standard, with either a "Regular D-2" or "Strong D-3" swingweight. This enables both the male and female golfer to swing the club with ease, without experiencing a loss in power.The ERC...

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Posted on: 17 February, 2005

Author: Ernie Horning

Myrtle Beach Golf - Quantity & Quality

Myrtle Beach is the best of both worlds for every golfer, QUALITY and QUANTITY. The Grand Strand has over 120 courses designed by the best in the game: Dye, Jones, Nicklaus, Palmer, and Fazio to name a few. Over 1 Million golfers played there in 2004. You will find the largest assortment of quality courses to test your game, both mentally and physically. Ten years ago, our group of relatives, friends, and friends of friends, began our now yearly trek to this golf capital of the world. Although our line-up of players and courses alters slightly from year to year,...

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Posted on: 17 February, 2005

Author: Craig Sigl

Got Golf Information Overload?

You’ve come home from work dead tired. You grab the mail on your way in and notice your new copy of your favorite golfing magazine is in the pile. It puts a slight smile on your face as a picture of you on a couch with an adult beverage suddenly pops into your mind. After getting into your evening uniform (sweats and slippers) you make your way to your favorite reclining device with that drink and a snack in hand to make that vision on the couch a reality. You get all settled with the TV on for background and...

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Posted on: 15 February, 2005

Author: Michael Hamilton

Golf Tips: How to Play Bunker Shots

Fairway BunkersThe fairway bunker shot can be an intimidating shot for many inexperienced golfers. For starters, when playing out of fairway bunkers, it is wise to take one to two clubs more than norm... Fairway BunkersThe fairway bunker shot can be an intimidating shot for many inexperienced golfers. For starters, when playing out of fairway bunkers, it is wise to take one to two clubs more than normal. Begin by setting up normally, with your feet slightly dug in for stability and the ball positioned more toward the middle of your stance. Next, grip down slightly on the club for...

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Posted on: 07 February, 2005

Author: Jakob Jelling

The protection of a diving wetsuit

Wetsuits are meant to keep divers warm by giving them thermal ... There are some ... ... which a diver should learn ... the wetsuit he might acquire and use. First of all, i Wetsuits are meant to keep divers warm by giving them thermal protection. There are some important guidelines which a diver should learn regarding the wetsuit he might acquire and use. First of all, it is important to know that they are usually made from neoprene; most of the times open cell neoprene. Besides, when wetsuits have a coating added to the neoprene they are easier to...

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Posted on: 28 January, 2005

Author: Chuck Fitzgerald

New Year’s Resolutions for the BackCountry

The New Year has begun and you probably have a few New Year’s ... under way. You’ll lose weight, lose a bad habit, add a good habit or even mend an old fence. But do you have any ... f The New Year has begun and you probably have a few New Year’s Resolutions under way. You’ll lose weight, lose a bad habit, add a good habit or even mend an old fence. But do you have any resolutions for the backcountry? Are you ready to make this year your best backcountry year? I’m ready. Here are a few of...

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Posted on: 27 January, 2005

Author: Jakob Jelling

Wooden kayaks

Save money and look into building your own wooden ... are two major types of wooden kayaks: those you buy, and those you make for ... A lot of people have found that they enjoy the time Save money and look into building your own wooden kayaks.There are two major types of wooden kayaks: those you buy, and those you make for yourself. A lot of people have found that they enjoy the time spent working on their own wooden kayak. If you're one of those people, then you should definitely check online for how-to guides and other information about...

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Posted on: 26 January, 2005

Author: Tukto Lodge

Tips to Photographing Your Trophy Fish

When a lake is designated as "trophy fishing only" (or catch and release) it is important for you to be ready to catch your fish, take a prize-winning shot and release your giant back into the water for others to enjoy. Before setting out on your trophy trout fishing trip with your fishing partner or guide, keep these few tips in mind. Bring along a good, reliable camera. It doesn't matter if it is digital or 35 mm, but make sure it has an automatic focus feature. Most casual photographers don't need the pressure of adjusting settings, so an automatic...

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