The Hook-Up - March 2003 Newsletter of the CCCF

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"Line Saving Techniques" Cloudfishing AKA Dennis, tells us how to make maximum use of that high-capacity reel without breaking the bank every time you have to spool it up!

"Shimano vs ABU vs ?" by Anonymous. Everyone has their favorites, and some of us get pretty heated if you don't agree with us. For that reason, this author has elected to remain anonymous. His feelings on these reels are presented in a humorous, tongue-in-cheek style.

"Paddling John's Famous #1 Chili" Everybody probably knows by now that Paddling John won the first CCCF cookoff. Having tasted just about every offering, I can tell you that this stuff had to be very, very good to win! Bon Appetit'

"Gearing Up" by Bayman AKA Mike. Ever wonder what "fast action" means in a rod...what diferent composite materials do...and even more important, "which one should I buy?". Here is a quick primer on what to look for by one of our premier trout chasers!

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"The Catch of the Month" This month's catch goes to Fishcat's (AKA Don) daughter, Lauren, for her catch of a big drum at the Texas City Dike in March 2002. It is always great to see our offspring getting into the same love of sports that we all have.

"Fishing Under the Lights" By Baystealth. (reprinted). Early spring is an excellent time to hit the canals and to put out your lights on a dark night. If done right, this can be a very productive way to fish. If done wrong, it can be a miserable, mosquito-infested time spent with nothing to show for it. Here's how to do it the right way.

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"Here's How I See It" by Editor/Publisher Webdude AKA Sam. A monthly commentary on the state of the CCCF and other general matters. This month we talk about gatherings...what they are, how often we have them, and why we have them.

"The one that got away...and other fish stories" by various authors. This month's offering is a true story by member Tig AKA Doug. I was going back through those old stories and this one just jumped out at me! I know Tig would be a lot more active with the CCCF if his shoulder problems would go away!

"Recipe from Borg's Kitchen" by Borg AKA Jeff. The CCCF is lucky to have a gourmet cook among its members, and we are even luckier that he passes on some of his knowledge to us! This month the recipe is for "Crawfish Bisque". Mmmmm, good!

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