fishon68 Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 I love to fish but tend to let the weather determine when i go, if it is windy i usually don't go, how about everyone else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
broken_line Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 ill go in blizards, -30, rain, lightning is iffy but i really wont go out much if its really windy 18+ mph.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunflint Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 With my current boat I call at gusts above 20. When I get my next boat (a 17 footer) I'll up it to 30. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onlydrakes4me Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Weather is not that much of a factor for me, unless it is real windy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyoChris Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 As long as i have a day off, im fishing. If it is windy, i'll stick to a smaller lake or river Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wish-I-Were-Fishn Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 I love to fish but tend to let the weather determine when i go, if it is windy i usually don't go, how about everyone else? I'm with you on this. I absolutely HATE the wind My signature says it all... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17FishMan Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 I hate the wind also, but I've caught my biggest fish in windy conditions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justfishingaround Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Yea I could be considered a fair weather fishermen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkfloyd4ever Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 day off I'll be fishing, windy weather I do the same try and find a smaller lake or stick to where the water is calmer/wind breaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbooth Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 When I can get away (wife lets me) I go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunterjoe Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 I won't be as much of a fair weather fisherman now that I've moved up here. When I was in VA I wouldn't go if it was windy. I'd fish in the rain, but wind killed me because I only fished electric only lakes. Just took too much battery to fight the wind and move between spots. Now that I can use the gas motor to move around, the wind won't have as much effect. I'll just go to smaller lakes if it's windy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mainbutter Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Lately I let weather determine when I fish. Mostly because I've been too busy to fish but put aside things that I shouldn't when the weather is particularly good, and I hate missing a great fishing day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itchmesir Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 I'll go out in just about anything.. not a big fan of really windy days.. but if budget permits.. windy days i'll go spend on a stream tucked in the valley.. hopefully away from most of the gusts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PostFrontal Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 I'll go whenever. If it is raining, the fish are already wet, so they don't care. od4me-how olds the pup? I have a black lab too. Baaaaaaad dog!... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandmannd Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I go no matter what. If it's really windy and I can't find somewhere to fish that's a little quiter then I may cut it short if the fishing isn't really good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quetico Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I'm with Sandmannd. Bring on the weather. We headed in last May due to hail and lightning. Thats about the only reason to head in early. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RussC Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 For better or for worse we fish in anything but lightning. Nothing like a day of sleet and rain to help a guy sleep good at night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigguyone Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 If the fish are hittin' weather is all but unnoticed - unless the wind about puts you on the rocks when you are too distracted landing a big fish...still worth stayin out...just go in an aluminum boat incase that happens. I just do not try to run a 21' boat in waves over 6'. I think it is true what is said above - per angling hour spent more large fish caught in the W-word (yeah that is how much I dislike it) but if the bite is on...I AM THERE. Have fished in blizzards and 115 degree heat (dead calm). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wakeguy Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I'm more of a poor weather fisherman...or a fair weather wakeboarder. I love bad weather because then I don't have to feel bad to feel bad about fishing instead of boarding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dewey1980 Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 A binape[spelling] and a mister heater keeps me out no matter what. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wish-I-Were-Fishn Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I should clarify my earlier statement. I HATE the wind! But, when on a trip we go out in anything but lightning.When fishing the metro, or if I have a choice, I choose my days based on the wind forecast. I hate it that much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishon68 Posted May 3, 2009 Author Share Posted May 3, 2009 I am with you wish-i-were-fishn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerchJerker Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I go when I can and adjust locations and/or techniques based on the weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTro Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Very RARELY will weather force me to stay home. Some of my best outing have been with inclement weather approaching. I've learned to read the radar pretty well and know when to when. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paceman Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 The only time I avoid fishing in wild weather is when I have the kids with. With todays rain/snow gear, warm gloves, drift socks... We have lots of tools to keep us comfy and fishing. The most important item is the life jacket. I always wear when fishing in the wild weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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