So What Makes This The BEST Site On The Net ?

 
Well ?

to me a good forum is only as good as the people who post. I know some are not the real outspoken or flashy type but without posts & discussion it would just be an empty page right ?

backin79: a Jersey boy (as yank said) who knows his way around some good fishin holes in NY. sometimes I read his posts and think there were some ludes involved (sorry 79, your typing is something special) but who cares about correct literature anyway... It makes me laugh and to me it's all about fun.

bassinbrian: this dude came to town with some serious attitude. Fish, BIG fish.. No doubt he is a great fisherman who knows his bass. I love seeing pictures of his monster bass. Brian gets it done and keeps us on our toes.. GREAT Job !!!

neversinkjimmy: where the heck did this guy come from ? some young kaki wearing hippie who has been all around the world, well USA... His whit and knowledge of any type fishing always makes a good read. Also a **** fine peacemaker for sure. Jimmy is as seen, the king of the forum , when Jimmy speaks people listen (lol) or at least hit is post the most (LOL)

Perch Inc: a man of few words & posts but he likes his pannies & knows what good eats are. Top shelf gourmet cook.. I'm always looking for more of his experience and fishin stories to be told... hint ...

NewYorkYank: wow talk about soft spoken, B-man is as cool as a cucumber. Great guy to hang with and will tough it out on the water whatever the conditions (or leaky waders) .

Hooklinesinker: You shift workers , it must be a viral thing.. I did swing shift for 8 years, it sucks...You have a sweet ride there and I can't believe you don't have the time to fish & type as much as you wish. I wouldn't sleep for a week when I did midnights... Get out there Bro, life is short !!!!!!

Ah Our Gracious Moderator:
REELFORCE: Who could forget Reelforce, you started all this great diabolical craziness. you have had some great posts and keep giving us gut splitting laughs. Dude, keep it keepin on. More reelforce !!!!

all our new & past but not forgotten members : (santa)
there is a great core crew here and having newbie’s join in only makes it better.. Possibly the BEST site on the net...
Fire away and keep us all (well me anyway) entertained. Some good posts have been written and heavy dissicussions have been made (yea you wisdom (lol) .. That’s what makes a good forum great, not the ****in' but the fun we can all share about the Awesome Eastern NY...


So , What makes a GREAT forum ?

Good Post.
 
I used to only go to a flyfishing forum that jimmy was also on. Some interesting topics there, but a lot of elitist attitudes. This forum just guys who love to fish.
 
I haven't contributed much fish porn, because honestly on the other site it is a hastle to post pics.
 
I am a die hard trout fly guy who still loves to read about all the other fish species caught and tuna your making me a little jealous, but you should take up backin on his trip to the east branch. If you can get to the catskills during the week the fishin can't be beat. On the weekends the rivers get a little crowded, but thats why the dacks are great.

 
You forgot somebody ...

HOT TUNA:  Very cool dude, serious outdoorsman, knows his Trout for sure !!! Living the outdoor nature life a lot of others would die for. Very helpful and always willing to share info.

You rock man !!!

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I for one do take my fishing very serious when i'm on the water, BUT only while having fun and laughing ... if it wasn't fun i couldn't do it !! And for all the pics, i never leave home with out the camera :)

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What makes this the best site you ask ?

Most of us met for the 1st time at Jimmy's bash last year, we all got along so well and had a great time (nobody got hacked up by an axe murderer) LOL
 
I would fish with ANY of these guys, feel comfortable and have good time !!!



GREAT POST RJ !!!!

One that I did not forget but forgot to write.

blitz42:
Dude your pic's and post's rock !!! I only wish to have that much fishing time ahead of me and be so well advanced as you... Great Job, now just  would ya !!! (LOL)

Great post RJ... well as a newbe I can tell you what makes it great to me, Its the open friendliness you guys share.
I came north and left all my fishin n huntin buddies back south. it got to where it just wasnt as much fun alone and had no one to joke about the days fishin, brag to or share a great day with. here you can do that. the open and often humorouse posts here are great! not to mention the fish porn or the willingness to share tips and help with others. It has become the first thing I do when I get in from work or fishin just to see whats up. I have enjoyed it a lot and hope to get to fish with you guys soon. at the very least will be there at the party. 
all I can say is Great job guys and wish I was a little further north,
....dam...sounds like all I need is a couple beers and be goin...."I..(hic) love you man..(hic) lol

yep, just a pond in cape cod, got a fish on both rods we were trolling... and it's just a brookie, a decent one though...

The thing I like about this site,

1. Many times browsing other forums,I've seen new people post a pic and an introduction etc. and
half the time, you'll get "the regulars" swarming them, bashing on them, being generally ignorant and chasing people off. This site (the eastern new york section anyway) isn't like that. The regulars here are open, friendly, always willing to give good advice, and give a big thumbs up when you post pics.
2. Like I said before, If it swims.... someone on here specializes on it, can catch it, and give you good advice on how you can catch it too.

We're all here for one reason...... we are hopelessly addicted to fishing, and this site is a great outlet for people with a lot of experience to share, and for new people to come and ask questions without having their heads ripped off.
We're lucky to live in an area where you can go in any direction and find something different to try.

P.S. more people should post their fish porn!!

OK!!


NICE!!

I'll be down for "Jimmy Jam 2". unfortunately i work saturdays, but I have sunday's off so i'll be up there nice and early.
Here is some fish porn for those that like "big smelly carp"
My new PB 31.2 lbs caught up at the troy dam (green island side) about an hour and a half ago. It was UNREAL how this fish tore out line!!!! Sorry..... I'm still a little giddy, It is the biggest fish i've ever caught

Wow that's a monster carp !!!!

very nice goldfish you got there pike. with a giant like that I'd be giddy also
 
keep us up to date on all the great fish that swim in those eastern NY waters . Well Done !!!!!

WOW! Thats big enough to be called Gold fish ( with all those gold coins covering it side) Nice!

I think it is the diversity of conditions and species that makes new york and particualrtly people in this forum very interesting. 
 
Many people here fish ice to summer to ice again and that makes for some very interesting times.  And great people to share them with!