Spring 2025
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first will delete any duplicate waypoints that I may have. Second, I will rename the waypoints based on what they are indicating. For example, if the waypoint is a rockpile, then I will use the abbreviation RP, and if it is a weedline, I’ll use the abbreviation WL.
I will also save my waypoints in a dedicated file for that given body of water, if I have enough of them for that lake or river, or a file for a general geographic area. I will save these files, both on the computer, in the Cloud, and on an SD card, this triple-redundancy will ensure I don’t lose those valuable waypoints.
GET UNDER THE HOOD
Another off-season activity that will greatly benefit you next season and help keep you from spending more money on fishing tackle is taking the time to clean and perform some basic maintenance on your rods and reels. By spending a couple minutes on each rod and reel, you can greatly increase the life of the product. I start by wiping off the handles and the rod blank itself with a warm, wet rag. A Q-tip works well when it comes time to clean out the guides.
Taking care of your reels is of vital importance, that is why if you feel uncomfortable taking apart your reel, leave it
to a professional. I take the general frame of the reel apart; this allows me to clean all the muck and grim off the reel. Once I get the reel cleaned, I apply some oil and grease to the moving parts of my reel.
The hard work and preparation now can pay off huge dividends on the water! •
Glenn has been in
fishing tournaments for over twenty years, spreading his passion
and knowledge of
the sport via articles
and videos.
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My waypoint management system