Thanks guys. Like I said I'm just a beginner. Not fishing in any tournament even though it appears my fishing trip is during that same week. I kinda wish I could reschedule my trip because of that but it's too late for that.

I've always been a bass guy and slowly moving over to Muskie. I really appreciate the tips. If you see a light blue Stratos on the lake with a Michigan registration number, stop by and tell me what I'm doing wrong! :-)