lol tbh i dont get the obsession with nightcrawlers theyre just bigger dirt worms but way overrated id rather use real worms or even a plastic worm than deal with those stiff dry things they call bait also why is everyone so loud when casting lol if you scare all the fish with that yank city swing youll never catch anything but a shoulder injury

I've been getting into tenkara fishing lately and I've gotta say, it's been a game changer for stream fishing. The simplicity of the setup is really appealing to me, I mean who needs all the extra gear when you can just bring a rod, line, and fly? I've been using a Yamano KEiryu Special 5:5 and it's been working great for the small streams I fish in. The action is nice and sensitive, and it's picked up some nice trout. But I'm curious to know what you guys think, have any of you made the switch to tenkara or do you still stick with traditional fly fishing? What are the pros and cons of each? I've heard some people say that traditional fly fishing gives you more control, but I've found that the tenkara rod is plenty accurate for my needs. And the best part is, it's so much less gear to carry around. Do you guys think the extra control is worth the hassle? Or are there other factors at play here... like maybe the type of fish you're trying to catch?

How many of you have made a total goober move while fishing and only realized it years later????? ... Okay fine I’ll go first. So there this one time I was like 12 and way too confident for my age? My grandpa tried to teach me to catch bass using worms as bait, but I thought I knew better and decided to watch a YouTube tutorial instead. The video guy was using this weird dough-looking bait they called 'fishing bread'... I’m not even sure what it is but I mixed flour, cornmeal, and... wait did he say peanut butter?? Anyway I rolled it into a ball and tied it to my hook. Spent TWO HOURS tossing that stupid doughy mess into the lake, catching zero bass but probably some confused catfish? Finally gave up and went home, only to realize the tutorial was for carp or something?? My grandpa almost died laughing when I showed him the 'dough bait'... still cringe thinking about it. What dumb moves have you all made???

I was just thinking about how everyone's always going on about the importance of realistic water effects in games, and I gotta say, I don't really get it. Like, sure, it's cool to see some fancy shaders and whatnot, but at the end of the day, who actually cares? I mean, have you seen some of the old school games that still hold up today? They didn't have all these bells and whistles, but they were still super engaging. I think we're just getting caught up in trying to make everything look hyper realistic, instead of focusing on what actually makes a game fun. I've seen some devs spend weeks working on a single water effect, and it's just like... what's the point? Is it really gonna make or break the game? I dunno, maybe I'm just crazy, but it seems like we're prioritizing the wrong things here. Anyone else feel like this, or am I just way off base?

I switched to a HoloLens 2 with the FishScope Pro overlay last month, hoping the real‑time Lidar depth mapping and SLAM‑based water surface model would give me an edge. Instead I’m missing more bites than ever.

• The holographic depth grid (0.5 m resolution) forces me to focus on the AR panel rather than the line tension. My natural feel for the drag is gone.
• Vuzix M400’s “Mediated Reality” mode adds a false sense of certainty; the projected bite indicator lags by ~120 ms on the Snapdragon 845 chipset, so I react too late.
• The AR‑enhanced sonar (frequency 200 kHz, model SR‑AR‑200) creates echo‑noise that masks subtle surface disturbances that seasoned anglers rely on.

I’ve tried turning off the bite‑alert and just using the 3‑D water‑column view, but the constant visual clutter still distracts. Anyone else notice that AR actually degrades the tactile feedback loop we’ve built over decades? Is the trade‑off ever worth it, or are we just turning a skill‑based sport into a gadget‑driven hobby??

I’m considering ditching the headset and going back to a classic analog depth finder. Thoughts?

so i downloaded this tiny indie called fishing planet... tbh thought it was a joke at first?? but today i actually landed a 15lb trout using the spin cast technique... the rod physics feel so real lol... anyone else play this??

Okay so here's my weird habit — whenever I land a fish, I start scaling/embracing it while it’s still flopping around in my net. Like immediately... you know? Not even waiting till it’s dead.?? Everyone in my guidebook says to finish with the guts later, but I’m nervous about bacteria spreading if I let it sit. Does the meat quality even matter if you’re filleting it on-site... or am I just being a hygienic perfectionist here? Any other twitchy fishers do this too?

I’ve been trying to improve my spin casting on a lake with consistent 10-15 mph winds. The lure either snags on reentry or drifts off-target before I can set the hook. I’ve experimented with tightening the drag, using heavier lures, and adjusting my thumb pressure, but the results are inconsistent. Does anyone have techniques for stabilizing the cast or preventing line twist in these conditions? Specific reel or line recommendations welcome if relevant.

I’m looking for a series that focuses on everyday moments without relying on heavy drama or fan service. Preferably something under 12 episodes, with a calm pacing and minimal supernatural elements. Titles that feel grounded and easy to dip in and out of would be ideal.

What have you watched that fits this description?

imo its wild how people think borders actually matter rn like whats the point of drawing lines on a map if youre just gonna let people cross whenever they feel like it? tbh seems like a waste of resources to me

I feel like the new update to the popular horoscope app has turned every sign into a broken record. For the past five days the daily reading for Aries, Taurus, Gemini… literally says, “Today you might feel a shift in energy; stay open to possibilities.” Same vague line, just the name swapped. ??

Maybe the developers thought we’d appreciate consistency, but it’s honestly frustrating when I’m trying to track real transits and the app just spouts generic fluff. I’ve double‑checked my own chart and the Moon is actually trine Mars right now – a pretty specific vibe – yet the app tells me to “stay open.” ??

Has anyone else noticed this trend? Are we supposed to trust a source that can’t even differentiate between a fiery Mars square and a calm Venus sextile? I’m tempted to go back to the old site, but I’m also annoyed that the community keeps sharing these generic posts as if they’re insightful. ??

Just thought I’d vent – maybe the universe will send a clearer sign soon… ??

i was wondering if anyone else does this... i catch myself rehearsing speeches or presentations out loud when im by myself, like in the car or something... is that weird?? do you guys do that too

I’ve observed ongoing debates about the effectiveness of live bait versus artificial lures in streams stocked with trout and panfish. Does empirical experience suggest one method consistently outperforms the other? I’m particularly interested in data-driven insights regarding species behavior—do trout exhibit stronger response rates to nightcrawlers versus spinners, for instance? Additionally, are there specific water conditions (e.g., low visibility, high flow) where one technique becomes statistically superior? Let’s discuss the practical advantages of each approach, including considerations like tackle durability, ethical implications, and long-term fish population health.

tbh i'm still salty i left that climbing community but 5.10a at rabbit ears yesterday? worth it. chalk dust and calluses for days. honestly though y'all who fish for steelhead get me. that microcrunch feel? same as fighting a fish in a sieve current. just... vertical. (sent from my cragphone lol)

Every time someone posts about doing karate drills to improve casting precision, I roll my eyes. The whole "martial arts builds discipline" spiel is a marketing gimmick sold to us fish‑obsessed types who think a roundhouse kick will make their line tighter. In reality, you spend hours perfecting a kata that has nothing to do with reading water, and you end up with sore knees and a false sense of superiority. The only thing you actually train is how to look disciplined while your bait sits untouched. Seriously?? If you want real improvement, stop buying overpriced gi classes and start actually practicing the basics: knot tying, tide tables, and patience. The rest is just ego‑inflated fluff.

tbh been trying to get into meal prep more seriously and im so down with the results rn i mean who needs takeout when you can prep a weeks worth of food on sundays? lol my favorite thing to make is these chicken and veggie bowls theyre literally so easy to make and customize and i just started using these sick glass containers that dont leak or anything and dont @ me about how youre a master chef who can just cook every meal from scratch cuz lets be real who has time for that??

so i just got my hands on a penn international 50tw and im trying to figure out how to set it up for deep sea fishing anyone have any experience with this reel? i was thinking of using a 20lb monofilament leader with a swivel and a circle hook but im not sure if thats the right way to go i dont wanna lose any big ones cuz of a crappy setup btw does anyone know if the gpt-4 tomato planter overwatering issue is similar to when you get too much water in your reel?