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Fishing => Setting Up Your Reel to Go Fishing => Topic started by: Dominick on November 04, 2015, 07:19:11 PM

Title: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 04, 2015, 07:19:11 PM
Rothmar posted this suggestion on another thread but I am starting another here.  

Quote from: Rothmar2 on November 04, 2015, 04:44:02 AM
I know this has gone off topic, but like what Max is suggesting. I'll pay for postage to get it to Australia, try and put a sword on it, fit it with some SS rings while I have it, and then pass it on to whoever wants to attempt to hurt it next. Would make for an epic thread....
I like the idea.  PM me your address.  I want to use it in June on my spring trip to Mexico though.  What is your sword fish season?  I heard from Ted "maxdoubt" he likes the idea also.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on November 04, 2015, 08:17:39 PM
WOW this could be an epic thread!
the life and times of "TANK".
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 04, 2015, 09:41:58 PM
Great idea Dominick  ;).
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME-UPDATED WITH PHOTOS
Post by: Dominick on November 04, 2015, 10:02:26 PM
Okay, for the record, I caught, Dorado, Rooster Fish, Yellow Fin Tuna, Striped Marlin and a Wahoo.  When I say I caught I don't remember who picked up the rod with the Tank on it.  Joe (my fishing buddy from NJ) and Wayne (El Pescadore) brought in fish with the Tank while we were all on the boat.  I wish I would have cataloged the fish with weights but I did not.  Here's hoping whomever catches a fish records the date and weight of the fish.  Let's keep this going.  Put in your reservations.  I want to use it June 7-14, 2016 then again in Late October 2016.  Dominick

I could not find these pictures in my computer.  I finally found them in my dropbox files.  This is the first report with photos showing the Tank in action.  The credit for these photos goes to Wayne (El Pescador) he's good with a camera.
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Here is some goofy guy doing his Titanic imitation on the wrong end of the boat.
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The ride out was magnificent.  
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Plenty of porpoises.
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Here is the Tank waiting for some action.
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Marlin hooked.  This is its first of many jumps.
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Unhooking for release.
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Cheering for the Tank.  Also for myself.  It was great fun.
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Making a fast exit from the power of the Tank.
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This Dorado was caught by either Joe or Wayne.  We caught 2 about the same size on the Tank.  I took this fish out of the box for a photo.
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One more.  My personal best Rooster Fish (Pez Gallo). 
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Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Tightlines667 on November 04, 2015, 10:15:00 PM
There are a few line class records out there just waiting to be broken... just saying ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on November 04, 2015, 11:31:54 PM
Quote from: Dominick on November 04, 2015, 10:02:26 PM
Okay, for the record, I caught, Dorado, Rooster Fish, Yellow Fin Tuna, Striped Marlin and a Wahoo.  When I say I caught I don't remember who picked up the rod with the Tank on it.  Joe (my fishing buddy from NJ) and Wayne (El Pescadore) brought in fish with the Tank while we were all on the boat.  I wish I would have cataloged the fish with weights but I did not.  Dominick

Dominick,

I can look over our fishing photos and provide the date & approx. size of the Rooster Fish, Striped Marlin and Dorado you caught.  The wahoo is iffy, I remember us taking about using it for BAIT ;D.

Also, it's El Pescador for my AT.com site name, NOT   El Pescadore  as you have it, I'm not Italian!!!!!

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Maxed Out on November 05, 2015, 12:14:00 AM

   I'm gonna have my friend ship me my tank and we can have both Sals tanks travel together ;). Mine has yet to get wet, cause my SoCal trip got cancelled. :(
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on November 05, 2015, 12:18:43 AM
There are numerous tanked 113's with the same or very near the same internals, but there is really only one TANK and it was built by Sal.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on November 05, 2015, 03:06:29 AM
Quote from: Dominick on November 04, 2015, 07:19:11 PM
Rothmar posted this suggestion on another thread but I am starting another here.  

Quote from: Rothmar2 on November 04, 2015, 04:44:02 AM
I know this has gone off topic, but like what Max is suggesting. I'll pay for postage to get it to Australia, try and put a sword on it, fit it with some SS rings while I have it, and then pass it on to whoever wants to attempt to hurt it next. Would make for an epic thread....
I like the idea.  PM me your address.  I want to use it in June on my spring trip to Mexico though.  What is your sword fish season?  I heard from Ted "maxdoubt" he likes the idea also.  Dominick

Rothmar2, when is swordfishing open in Australia??

I will be in Cabo between Jan. 16 - Jan. 23, 2016 & would love to have the TANK with me on that trip!!!!  Let us know, I'm lining up to use the Tank!

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 05, 2015, 03:17:50 AM
Quote from: El Pescador on November 04, 2015, 11:31:54 PM

Also, it's El Pescador for my AT.com site name, NOT   El Pescadore  as you have it, I'm not Italian!!!!! Wayne
Wayne there are only two kinds of people in the world, Italians and those who wish they were Italian.  And don't give me the northern Italian speech, Germany is too far north to be Italian.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: bluefish69 on November 05, 2015, 03:36:17 AM
I married an Italian

Mike
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on November 05, 2015, 04:48:35 AM
I married a Sicilian!
42 years later and I'm still afraid to leave!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: steelfish on November 05, 2015, 05:47:47 AM
This sounds like an epic material..

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on November 05, 2015, 05:57:36 AM
I can't wait to see the rings Rothmar is going to put on the Tank.
I need to get some fish on Mine and lay down the Heavy Metal for once.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 05, 2015, 10:56:22 PM
Rothmar2 hasn't checked in.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on November 06, 2015, 12:56:18 AM
Wow! Sorry I didn't pick up on this sooner, I kept checking elsewhere, thought I'd taken it too off topic, and thought it went cold.
   Our Sword season kicks off towards end of March, and goes through 'til end of May/ early June. But there are opportunities on jumbo bluefin (150-300lbers) as well as plenty of 40-80lbers at this time. Our swords range from 200-650lbers, with a very real possibility of a monster swimming around. I only hope the impending arrival of a longliner this season doesn't impact on the fishing for the long-term. I have personally landed one around 250lb, but the guys i fish with have taken a 600lber. There have been some larger fish caught by others as well. Would need to take the Tank to work with me for a swing (5 weeks) to make the rings, but shouldn't be a problem as only 2 required for the Tank's frame. If someone in Aus could spare a set of 4/0 plates, could get started nearly straight away, and have them ready when (if) the Tank arrives. Could fit a SS clutch lever and clicker shifter while at it, with Dom and Sal's clearance of course! Should be able to drum up plenty of days out on the water while home. Will be sweet having the Tank, and my 6/0 side by side.
  I'd recommend, as much 50lb braid that can be fitted on the spool, with enough space for a 50-80m 50lb mono top-shot. When I get home, I'll ask my skipper if we could get access to a 1000m spool of the 50lb pre-test braids that we have successfully claimed a few GFAA records on. If that's a goer, I'll spool it over here.
   Very excited about this. I'd love to see John get a hold of this, and hook a rampaging Kona Blue Marlin on The Tank. Or anyone who has the means to do it. I feel that would be the ultimate test.
  Let the adventure begin!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Steve-O on November 06, 2015, 02:03:58 AM
Italian?  I was only born there...raised and spoke the lingo until 4 years old then came stateside. Have an Italian birth certificate.  We moved back in '68 for a couple years where I attended Santa Maria Goretti school in Verona and got my Italian Army draft notice at 16.  But that's as Italian as I can claim.

I wonder if the TANK would like to dredge up some big Halibut in Alaskan waters? Or maybe a monster 60" Lingcod? Or I could go back to Texas for some gator gar.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 06, 2015, 02:36:42 AM
Okay here we go.  I'm sending the Tank to Rothmar if he ever sends me his name and address.  I want to use it June 7-14, 2016 and the last week in October.  It looks like Rothmar has action going on right now.  Wayne wants to use it in January but it looks like Rothmar will have it until March.  Steve since you spoke up when do you want to use it?  Wayne has caught fish on it so I am making an executive decision that Wayne may have to settle for the Baja Special in January.  Rothmar the Tank has 85lb Spectra on it with a short 100 lb flouro topshot of about 8 ft. I'd like to get it back with the 85lb Spectra on it.  You may change it for your use any way you want.  PM me your information and I will make a reusable shipping container and get it out in a couple of days.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 06, 2015, 02:44:59 AM
Ok, now it's getting interesting. Chris, it would be nice to see you fish the Tank, I can't wait.
Steve, maybe you could be next in line...if the Tank survives ;D. Chris is talking 200-600lb fish :-\  ;D.

Dominick, every now and then, you come up with some good ones. Way to go compa' ;).
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: wallacewt on November 06, 2015, 06:45:37 AM
hi sal
i have a penn 113h special 4/0 senator
are the rings the same
i can post these to chris(rothmar2)
or whatever you think best dominick
cheers
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on November 06, 2015, 07:15:27 AM
Send it to Wayne first if he has opportunities in January/Feb. Late March/April/May would be the best months for me to be able to give this reel the most action.
Wallace, if the plates you have, have the 8 hole screw pattern in them, then yes that would be great, can get started on the rings ASAP.
Dominik, PM forthcoming.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: BMITCH on November 06, 2015, 11:20:11 AM
Ok, I know it's not the original tank. I've got the triple dog dare ya tank...ready to hit the canyons next week. There has been a full on albacore bite going. Wish I had seen this earlier. Could have sent the original out to the NE canyons with me...one more notch on its belt....err..I mean rings. This is such a cool idea. Good luck with this guys. Can't wait for the tank reports 💪🏻 👍🏻

Bob
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 06, 2015, 10:50:59 PM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on November 06, 2015, 07:15:27 AM
Send it to Wayne first if he has opportunities in January/Feb. Late March/April/May would be the best months for me to be able to give this reel the most action.
Wallace, if the plates you have, have the 8 hole screw pattern in them, then yes that would be great, can get started on the rings ASAP.
Dominik, PM forthcoming.
I did not see this post.  The Tank is on its way to Tasmania as I write this.  Good luck with it and report in.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on November 06, 2015, 11:52:44 PM
Hello Tank Team
I've got a set of plates I can send with some other stuff I am sending Chris. I don't need them and it will save Wallace the postage.
Michael
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Steve-O on November 07, 2015, 12:37:13 AM
Earliest for me would be June, then maybe July or August. Latest would be september. Depends on my coworkers's Alaska plans. They want King Salmon next year and are looking at June. I will press them for more precise info and come back to the TANK thread asap.

If worse comes to worse, I can wait until 2017 Alaska trip so others who have solid trip dates can jump me in line if need be. I'm definitely flexible. Maybe even enough to be in Baja when the TANK is there with The Man.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 07, 2015, 02:56:49 AM
Steve-O I want to use the Tank in June.  So if you join me in Los Cabos you get to use it with me.  However, if it works out that you will be fishing salmon in Alaska in June I will defer to your Alaskan trip.  I don't mind fishing without it as I had a lot of fun using it and I would like to see it get abused by big fish.  Rothmar says there are big Tuna around this time I sent the reel to him.  The biggest fish so far is a striped marlin estimated at 125lbs upon release.  I'm waiting for Wayne to post the photos.  BTW look at Bryan's avatar.  His reaction in that photo is being star struck because I handed him the Tank.  It was like magic.  It lit him up.   :D Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Tightlines667 on November 07, 2015, 03:13:23 AM
Quote from: Dominick on November 07, 2015, 02:56:49 AM
...BTW look at Bryan's avatar.  His reaction in that photo is being star struck because I handed him the Tank.  It was like magic.  It lit him up.   :D Dominick
lol...

Good one!
;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 07, 2015, 01:12:31 PM
Quote from: wallacewt on November 06, 2015, 06:45:37 AM
hi sal
i have a penn 113h special 4/0 senator
are the rings the same
i can post these to chris(rothmar2)
or whatever you think best dominick
cheers

Thanks Wallace, I believe Michael got us covered....You're a good man.
Quote from: mhc on November 06, 2015, 11:52:44 PM
Hello Tank Team
I've got a set of plates I can send with some other stuff I am sending Chris. I don't need them and it will save Wallace the postage.
Michael
Thanks Michael!
Quote from: Dominick on November 06, 2015, 10:50:59 PM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on November 06, 2015, 07:15:27 AM
Send it to Wayne first if he has opportunities in January/Feb. Late March/April/May would be the best months for me to be able to give this reel the most action.
Wallace, if the plates you have, have the 8 hole screw pattern in them, then yes that would be great, can get started on the rings ASAP.
Dominik, PM forthcoming.
I did not see this post.  The Tank is on its way to Tasmania as I write this.  Good luck with it and report in.  Dominick
Chris, if you don't mind, when you're done with the Tank, I would appreciate if you send it to the headquarters...my house ;D.
I would like to break it down and take a look, also get it ready for its next adventure.
I will cover the shipping costs to me and to send it back to Dominick...its owner.
Thanks!
Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Three se7ens on November 09, 2015, 04:32:45 AM
Im going to tentatively put my hat in the ring.  As long as my schedule works out so I can get offshore some next summer, Id love to put a big shark or two on the tank.  I routinely see tigers from 8' to 12+', and a hammerhead thats easily 14'+ on occasion where I fish.  Anytime the tank is free from may to august is a pretty good time.  I do run into short term schedule conflicts, so I dont want to commit to anything until next spring.  But I wont need it for long.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Steve-O on November 09, 2015, 06:02:00 AM
Quote from: Dominick on November 07, 2015, 02:56:49 AM
Steve-O I want to use the Tank in June.  So if you join me in Los Cabos you get to use it with me.  However, if it works out that you will be fishing salmon in Alaska in June I will defer to your Alaskan trip.  I don't mind fishing without it as I had a lot of fun using it and I would like to see it get abused by big fish.  Rothmar says there are big Tuna around this time I sent the reel to him.  The biggest fish so far is a striped marlin estimated at 125lbs upon release.  I'm waiting for Wayne to post the photos.  BTW look at Bryan's avatar.  His reaction in that photo is being star struck because I handed him the Tank.  It was like magic.  It lit him up.   :D Dominick

Now I know the rest of the story....every time I saw Bryan's posts/avatar, i wondered about the significance of the reel being handed to him. I kept thinking it was a b-day gift or some surprise party gift. Who knew it was the TANK all along.

My AK partners are in Orlando and another city north of me all next week but I will touch base with them regarding fishing mext year and see how things pan out.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 09, 2015, 06:39:49 PM
Quote from: Three se7ens on November 09, 2015, 04:32:45 AM
Im going to tentatively put my hat in the ring.  As long as my schedule works out so I can get offshore some next summer, Id love to put a big shark or two on the tank.  I routinely see tigers from 8' to 12+', and a hammerhead thats easily 14'+ on occasion where I fish.  Anytime the tank is free from may to august is a pretty good time.  I do run into short term schedule conflicts, so I dont want to commit to anything until next spring.  But I wont need it for long.
Okay Adam.  Let's see how Chris (Rothmar2) does.  I envision him finishing with the reel, then in May shipping it to Sal for an autopsy.  Then either to me or Steve-O.  I need to look at the timing.  I'll set up a list with names and dates as soon as I figure out a plan.  I could probably send it to you late June or July.  Again that depends on Steve's plans.  Although I use it about 6 days a year in June and October I don't need to use it if someone else wants to put a hurting on it.  Dominick
Here is a recap:
Rothmar2            Now until May 2016
Sal                      May 2016
Steve-O               June 2016 to ?
Me                       ?
Adam                   ?
Wayne                  ?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on November 09, 2015, 07:18:06 PM
That will work for me. Here's hoping I can spank a sword with it.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on November 16, 2015, 08:21:18 AM
"The Tank" arrrived today!
I can't believe the reel that inspired my 6/0 project has come halfway around the world, and now sits beside one of its bigger (dumber?!) offshoots.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_27_30_21507664.jpeg)

I just love the maroon rings. But I will make a set of SS ones while I have it, but won't fit them at this stage of its journey. It's interesting to feel the difference that custom stack makes. Mine still has the stock set, although I have honed the metals. You can just "feel" The Tank has more drag to give.
 Our season for albacore probably won't kick in for another month or two. Dominick, if it's OK with you, Mike (mhc) may be able to get some hurt on it in the meantime.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 16, 2015, 11:09:32 AM
Chris, its nice to see the Tank next to your masterpiece, I'm glad it made it over to you.
Thanks for doing this.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 16, 2015, 06:49:03 PM
10 days to get to Tasmania.  Not bad.  Chris I reread your post that said there are jumbo tuna running now that's why I sent it so soon.  Sure give it over to Mike if he has the opportunity to put a hurting on it.  The only condition is that Mike needs to post a report and photos.  Good luck all.  Yep, great fun.  Another example of how the internet has shrunk the world.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on November 16, 2015, 08:06:48 PM
My bad on that post, jumbo bluefin at the same time as the swords. Although going off this season just gone, there were still jumbos being caught in August. I hope 2016 is as good a season as this year.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: jonnou on November 17, 2015, 09:09:54 AM
Bump Curious 8)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 29, 2015, 04:56:26 AM
I bumped this thread.  See new photos on first page.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on November 29, 2015, 05:07:37 AM
I haven't seen those Dominick. Go Tank! ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 29, 2015, 05:44:45 AM
Quote from: Shark Hunter on November 29, 2015, 05:07:37 AM
I haven't seen those Dominick. Go Tank! ;D
Daron go back I posted one more I was looking for.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on November 29, 2015, 09:30:15 PM
Ah, Yes!
Here comes the Rooster! Oh Yeah. ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Mudman on November 29, 2015, 09:36:42 PM
This thread is convincing me I need to pick up the 113 senator with Tiburon frame at a local tackle store.  ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Ron Jones on November 30, 2015, 01:54:12 AM
I'm leaving on deployment the end of next year. I can't tell you where I'd take the TANK but I can say it isn't anywhere already identified. I'd be honored to participate.

Ron
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on November 30, 2015, 03:52:13 AM
Hey Ron, do you think your CO will let you bolt down a fighting chair on the fantail? Better take scuba gear also in case the horn sounds and you hear, Dive! Dive!  ;D ;D ;D    RUDY
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 30, 2015, 04:02:30 AM
Quote from: noyb72 on November 30, 2015, 01:54:12 AM
I'm leaving on deployment the end of next year. I can't tell you where I'd take the TANK but I can say it isn't anywhere already identified. I'd be honored to participate.

Ron
Ron if you are looking at December of 2016 we might be able to get it to you.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Ron Jones on December 01, 2015, 08:47:33 PM
It will be sometime around there, Dom. Like I said, it would be cool.
Ron
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 01, 2015, 09:28:13 PM
Would be nice having you holding the Tank Ron ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on December 05, 2015, 06:27:15 AM
Quote from: Alto Mare on December 01, 2015, 09:28:13 PM
Would be nice having you holding the Tank Ron ;)

Can you fit a tank on a sub?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Ron Jones on December 05, 2015, 08:58:12 PM
You'd be amazed what we can fit down there. We're even taking women now. :D
Ron
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 07, 2015, 01:47:33 AM
Hey Ron, get a hold of the guy that orders supplies for the sub to order a portable fighting chair.  You're going to need it with the Tank.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Ron Jones on December 07, 2015, 01:50:13 AM
We have a Mk 48 mount in the bridge that should hold it just fine. Be kinda fun draggin a fish around behind a nuclear reactor!
Ron
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 14, 2015, 06:13:45 PM
I got this as a PM from Chris (Rothmar2).  I don't know why he did not post it here.  but it looks like the Tank is going to get wet.  Dominick

"Heads up mate, first trip with Tank on Wednesday. Striped trumpeter and Bluefin Tuna are the prime targets. Can use the Tank for both.
Hopefully have some success and something to post up to kick off the Tank's fish slaying world tour (sounds very rock and roll doesn't it!!).
Still to early for swords, but there are a few blues about. Fingers crossed."
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on December 14, 2015, 09:07:21 PM
Quote from: Dominick on December 14, 2015, 06:13:45 PM
I got this as a PM from Chris (Rothmar2).  I don't know why he did not post it here.  but it looks like the Tank is going to get wet. 


All good, the only reason why I didn't post here was in case I got a donut. I wouldn't have much feedback of value to post here if that's what comes to pass. Anyways, cats out the bag, hopefully have ripping 1st day with Tank!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 14, 2015, 09:46:35 PM
Exciting....
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Post by: Rothmar2 on December 16, 2015, 09:53:58 AM
On way home after a great trip, for all you following this from the States and just waking up, an action filled day, with the Tank doing more than just destroying fish.
Full report and pix to come ASAP.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: coastal_dan on December 16, 2015, 01:17:36 PM
Sweet!! Congrats, looking forward to the report.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rancanfish on December 16, 2015, 05:15:43 PM
And so it begins...........

What a great idea Dom, I still can't get over how smart this was.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on December 17, 2015, 06:22:12 AM
Finally got an opportunity to give the Tank the first of hopefully many workouts.
 With a decent break in the weather and calm seas forecast for southern Tasmania it was too good a chance to miss a day out at one of my all time favorite locations, Pedra Branca. At roughly 43degs 52' S, and further South than the southern most tip of Tas, this location is fully open to the Roaring 40's.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_25_35_21498249.png)

  This location has a fearsome reputation for wild seas. In 2003 an oceanographer, who was part of a team studying the endemic Pedra Branca skink, was washed off the rock and drowned during a storm. The group estimated their camp was 45m above sea level......
More reading here......https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pedra_Branca_(Tasmania)

So a trip here is not a decision to be made lightly, but fortunately Dec. 16 2015 would prove to be perfect conditions.

Our day started at 0430, where I met Simon the skipper at his place to hitch the boat up, and make the 1 1/2 hr tow to Southport, our launching location. We picked up another crew member, Ant, on the way. It was a misty, drizzle filled drive, but we knew this would burn off once the sun got up.
  Boat launched and over the barway by 0615, and so begins a run to Pedra that you never really know what the sea conditions will be like until you get out from behind the protection of South East Cape.
But today was as good as it gets, a wonky 1-1.5m swell had us eating up the miles quickly, and we arrived at the western end of Pedra at about 0730.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_24_49_21494946.jpeg)

 We were hoping for Southern Bluefin Tuna to be present. Traditionally this would be considered very "early" in our season for them. I was just about to deploy the second 'rigger line, when a rod goes off.....we haven't even gone a mile, Ant is on!
   First SBT for the day has taken a Halco DD 190 in King Brown colour, arguably the most consistent producer of SBT's in our waters, and it's a good sized one too. Plenty of line peels off a 24kg outfit. Straight away our blood pressure goes up, there are seals everywhere, and we assume this is going to end badly, and quickly. By some miracle, we get tuna #1 aboard without a scratch. The sea dogs actually would not trouble us all day, very rare.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_30_08_17_12_57_50_217561559.jpeg)

Reset the gear and this time it's a double, one on the Halco, another a skirt. One comes unstuck, I get the other. It's a carbon copy of the first, it gets tagged and sent on its way. Est. weight 45lb.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_27_04_215061897.jpeg)

I flip the King Brown onto the Tank's rig, and reset, we actually get all 4 rods set this time
But soon the Tank is on!

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_26_03_215011695.jpeg)

But the hooks pulled after a couple of minutes, bugger.
No big deal, the tuna are running hot, but we know this won't last, the sun is well up, and it's dead calm, the SBT's will head deeper soon to avoid the sun and sulk. The weather is now TOO good!
 However, we get another double within minutes, the Tank, and a 15kg rig. Once again, the hooks pull on the Tank after a big run with 20lb of drag.....mmm.
 The other has absolutely scoffed the lure, and it's hooked in its gills. We keep this one, another around 40lb.
  We tidy up the deck, and reset, another hookup almost straight away. This one gets tagged by Ant.
 We see a patch of tuna busting up nearby, Simon has a Penn Conflict stickbait rig, and wants in. 2nd or third cast, a huge boil and flash about  80' out, we see it all in the oily calm conditions, but the fish has hit at the end of a rod rip, and the strike is missed! Damn!
  We try for another 1/2hr, but the tuna suddenly go very quiet.
  The decision is made to chase our second target for the day, the very tasty striped trumpeter.
  They are generally found in depths from 100-500'. We target them with braid lines, and multi-dropper rigs, baited with octopus, squid, fresh SBT, or "ocean perch". We sound around looking for good patches, and drop the rigs down. I have the Tank now rigged for this, the JB hollow being ideal.
   A few marks are scoped out before we drop in 120'. I get bit almost straight away. The stripey fight is no sprint, but a surge to the nearest rock that they can find. Locked drags and skull dragging technique required. The Tank gives no quarter and I manage the first and only one for the day, a good eating size around 10lb.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_23_55_214881511.jpeg)

  Despite a couple of hours of effort, we can not tempt another. We find good marks in several other places, but only end up with rubbish gurnards and bearded cod. The only other boat out with us reports only one stripey for them after much more effort than we have put in.
  We fish on, gradually looking deeper and deeper to try and find some active fish. It is so calm, we clearly hear the sounds of whales and seals  breathing, flocks of mutton birds taking flight en masse to move to the next patch of krill to feed on, sound like a tropical downpour.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_23_08_214841098.jpeg)

There are a constant stream of Gannets spearing into the water to pick off baitfish which are spread out over a wide area.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_23_27_21486221.jpeg)

   The ocean is really alive down here, and all looks good for another offshore fishing season for us, fingers crossed.
  Eventually we hit paydirt in 450'. A double hookup within seconds of touching the bottom, but these are not stripeys.....both rods unload within a minute. We wind the gear up to find a dropper missing from each rig....sharks. We get lazy and send the rigs back down with fresh bait, and nearly straight away, we're doubled up again, only this time when I put the hurt on, my bloody rod breaks!!!

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_24_33_214921520.jpeg)

And to add insult to injury, the line parts again!
It's time to get serious, we suspect they are school sharks, great eating, but have a row of small sharp teeth.
We re-rig with heavier leaders, and within minutes we are on again.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_28_55_215101319.jpeg)

Simon first in with 25lb of school shark

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_33_00_215151707.png)

And I eventually get mine even with half a rod (no spare suitable to re-load the Tank....fish on then!).

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_28_29_2150923.jpeg)

  Ant goes on to get another, and we decide that's enough.
 We have one more quick try around Pedra with the tuna lures, but it's not happening, and we head for home about 1530.
  Back in, fish cleaned and boat on trailer by 1800, and now to drive home. A glorious still, cloud free evening to drive home. Great day!
 Now for a few comments. I suspect the hooks pulling on the SBT's can be put down to using braid, with a too-short a top-shot. SBT's shake their heads a lot, and this coupled with a very short mono toppy, and leader, total length approx 15', I think lead to the hooks becoming dislodged. I personally prefer to use all mono line when chasing tuna.
  Simon made the comment that the reel was "noisy", and I pointed out that this reel has SS gears, and that was a side effect. The drag was still smooth from start-up, and at the end of the day, that's what matters.
  I loved the Sumo Tackle shifting crank. I thought the slight slop in it would bug me, but in use, I never noticed it, the shifting is quick and easy, a great feature of this reel.
 Anyways, I hope you have enjoyed this first report of the Tank's world tour. I have this reel for about another 4 months, and will hopefully have a few more reports to file, before I pass it on.

Watch this space!

I'll finish with a few extra pix....

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_25_48_214991320.jpeg)

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_24_21_21491653.jpeg)

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_23_21_214852228.png)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 17, 2015, 07:00:15 AM
Yay! Chris and the Tank come through.  Great job and report.  Keep it up.  Do I have to send you a rod? ;D ;D  That Tank needs a tuna stick.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on December 17, 2015, 09:26:17 AM
Great report Chris - you must be looking forward to the 'start' of your SBT season!
You have inspired me to get back on the water.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 17, 2015, 10:46:45 AM
Awesome report Chris, yes I would call that a great day on the water.
The gears on the Tank were replaced when I got it back the last time, not that they were needed, I wanted to increase the drags a little.
You will notice they will get quieter as you keep using it.
It makes sense about pulling the hook twice, a longer leader should cure it. If you wanted to load it up with straight mono, go for it, I will replace the braid for Dominick.
Thanks again for doing this, I hope you're enjoying fishing with the Tank.
Can't wait for your next report.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: coastal_dan on December 17, 2015, 01:11:59 PM
Too cool, beautiful fishing area.  Thanks for sharing and congrats!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on December 17, 2015, 01:25:57 PM
Fantastic!!!!! A high bar set from the get-go both in terms of the catch, Tank performance and especially a superb write-up / pics!!! Well done Chris!!!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on December 17, 2015, 04:33:04 PM
Congrats Chris! ;D
Thanks for taking us along.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on December 17, 2015, 09:30:59 PM
No worries guys, it's a pleasure to share with everyone here.
Dominick, the rod was a Penn Torque, 30-50lb, 5'6" single piece jig stick.
Will be using a trolling rod for the swords and tuna in the future. I will be spooling off the 80lb JB to a storage spool, and reloading with a 50lb braid. We will need about 6-700 yards of line for the swords to reach the bottom so we can break-away the drop weight. The braid I have in mind is super thin, and should be able to get the length required spooled on.
   Dom, seeing as I'll be away from mid-Jan to late Feb, I will send the reel to Mike in Queensland for this period, if that's OK with you? He is conjuring up some torture sessions for the Tank.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 18, 2015, 01:02:53 AM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on December 17, 2015, 09:30:59 PM
   Dom, seeing as I'll be away from mid-Jan to late Feb, I will send the reel to Mike in Queensland for this period, if that's OK with you? He is conjuring up some torture sessions for the Tank.
Absolutely send it off.  See if he can put a hurting on it.  I don't know why you would want to remove the 80lb braid though.  Ask Mike before you do.  I don't mind you doing it I am just curious.  There is room on the reel to put a longer leader on it.  BTW I got the Sumo Handle from Alan when the group had dinner at my house but I don't think there are any more around.  I will post in the WTB section to see if any are available.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on December 18, 2015, 12:21:52 PM
Thanks Dom, I will try to give the tank a relaxing warm water holiday before Chris tackles the cold water bruisers he has in mind. If nothing else I'll get a few postcard shots with it. I did notice in the report from Chris that he, and the crew, had a shirt on in every shot - is that allowed?
With the line, I think Chris wants to step down to a thin 50 braid for the extra line capacity to reach the swords - I'm happy with the 80 JB but will go with the 50 if Chris wants to re-spool it before he passes it on.  
Mike
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 18, 2015, 06:32:47 PM
Go for it Mike.  I think the 80lb line stresses the Tank, which we want.  I don't think it can be over stressed with 80lbs.  I think 50lbs is under utilizing the reel but Chris can use it any way he wants.  I think he wants 50lbs so it does not break any more rods  ;D ;D Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on December 18, 2015, 06:59:37 PM
Mike, it won't be much longer and the Polar-fleeces and snow jackets will make an appearance!
Spot on with the reasoning about switching lines, but I will send the Tank to you with the 80lb JB still on it. I'll re-spool to 50lb when I get it back off you. Still a good chance I'll get another trip in the next couple of weeks.
Dom, the Tank is a "small" reel for sword-fishing. I know that by using 50lb braid, we won't be stressing the reel to its limits, but I think it will be very cool to say the Tank has caught a sword on its tour.
   BTW, I have purchased a log-book to send with the reel, and will make signed entries as I fish it, and log the days it goes travelling to its next assignment. I figure this will make a nice momento for you Dom.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 18, 2015, 11:42:26 PM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on December 18, 2015, 06:59:37 PM
Mike, it won't be much longer and the Polar-fleeces and snow jackets will make an appearance!
Spot on with the reasoning about switching lines, but I will send the Tank to you with the 80lb JB still on it. I'll re-spool to 50lb when I get it back off you. Still a good chance I'll get another trip in the next couple of weeks.
Dom, the Tank is a "small" reel for sword-fishing. I know that by using 50lb braid, we won't be stressing the reel to its limits, but I think it will be very cool to say the Tank has caught a sword on its tour.
   BTW, I have purchased a log-book to send with the reel, and will make signed entries as I fish it, and log the days it goes travelling to its next assignment. I figure this will make a nice momento for you Dom.
Chris, the Tank handled a marlin in the 150 lb range with no problem.  It is small but tough.  It would be great to have a sword under its belt.  The log is a good idea.  Make it a small book to keep the shipping weight down.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: conchydong on December 19, 2015, 12:03:48 AM
Dominick, if they are fishing for Swords in the daytime like we do in Florida, which is becoming popular in Oz, the smaller diameter braid allows you to use a less weight when dropping up to 2000' deep with strong currents. A lot more convenient when hand cranking. 50lb braid, in most cases will still break over 60lb or more.  Capacity would also be a major issue on a 4/0.
If they are tossing live bait to swords that are basking like they do in California, than that would a different scenario.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Newell Nut on December 19, 2015, 12:13:08 AM
Great report and a fun looking trip. That sure was some pretty scenery to fish it.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 19, 2015, 12:36:41 AM
Quote from: Dominick on December 18, 2015, 11:42:26 PM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on December 18, 2015, 06:59:37 PM
Mike, it won't be much longer and the Polar-fleeces and snow jackets will make an appearance!
Spot on with the reasoning about switching lines, but I will send the Tank to you with the 80lb JB still on it. I'll re-spool to 50lb when I get it back off you. Still a good chance I'll get another trip in the next couple of weeks.
Dom, the Tank is a "small" reel for sword-fishing. I know that by using 50lb braid, we won't be stressing the reel to its limits, but I think it will be very cool to say the Tank has caught a sword on its tour.
   BTW, I have purchased a log-book to send with the reel, and will make signed entries as I fish it, and log the days it goes travelling to its next assignment. I figure this will make a nice momento for you Dom.
Chris, the Tank handled a marlin in the 150 lb range with no problem.  It is small but tough.  It would be great to have a sword under its belt.  The log is a good idea.  Make it a small book to keep the shipping weight down.  Dominick
The log book is a great idea, Chris. Lets not worry about shipping costs, can't put a price on something as valuable as this. Besides, if we all chip in, it won't be too bad!
Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on December 21, 2015, 03:16:13 AM
Great report Chris - cheers.
Pedra Branca holds a pretty fearsome wave from time to time too, if you don't mind re-entering the food chain ;)
Really looking forward to the next installment of the Tank's 'Grand Tour'.
Cheers Dominick and Sal for making it happen - easily 'Thread of the year'!
Merry Christmas lads, Justin
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 21, 2015, 03:45:15 AM
Merry Christmas Justin, to you and family.
Don't hear much from you lately, but as long as you're doing good, that fine with me.
Stay well pal.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on December 21, 2015, 12:09:09 PM
Quote from: redsetta on December 21, 2015, 03:16:13 AM
Great report Chris - cheers.
Pedra Branca holds a pretty fearsome wave from time to time too, if you don't mind re-entering the food chain ;)

Merry Christmas lads, Justin

Merry Xmas Justin.

The wave you speak of breaks on the SE corner of Eddystone Column, the 1st reef to the north of Pedra Branca. You no doubt have seen the Stormriders footage of it, and there are several YouTube clips as well.
Actually nearly saw a boat get cleaned up last season on the Eddystone break, some people are just plain clueless. The swell was running a constant 2.5-3.0m, but down there freak waves are a very real danger, and these guys were very lucky to get away with just smelly underpants.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on December 22, 2015, 12:48:14 AM
It's an amazing part of the world you've got there - good luck with the next trip Chris.

Hi Sal, between winter and now the El Niño, haven't been out on the water in a while, so no new fish stories to share since the 'Chasing Marlin' adventure.
Been really focused on downhill racing this year, so bikes have taken over a bit when it comes to 'tool time'  ;)
Managed to rack up fourth overall in the North Island series, but the 'old man' age group isn't exactly overflowing with competitors  :D
From this morning:

(http://alantani.com/gallery/20/3590_07_08_17_4_51_44_208171865.jpeg)

Hope all's well with you, and the very best wishes from my family to yours for the festive season.
Saluti!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 22, 2015, 01:08:18 AM
Thank you Justin. Ok, I need to know, is that you flying?...
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on December 22, 2015, 01:28:59 AM
Yeah, though the pic doesn't really do the drop justice  ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 22, 2015, 01:33:28 AM
Quote from: mhc on December 18, 2015, 12:21:52 PM
Thanks Dom, I will try to give the tank a relaxing warm water holiday before Chris tackles the cold water bruisers he has in mind. If nothing else I'll get a few postcard shots with it. I did notice in the report from Chris that he, and the crew, had a shirt on in every shot - is that allowed?
With the line, I think Chris wants to step down to a thin 50 braid for the extra line capacity to reach the swords - I'm happy with the 80 JB but will go with the 50 if Chris wants to re-spool it before he passes it on.  
Mike
Mike I forgot to mention that the Tank works better in raw nature.  One must take its shirt off to get the full Tank experience.  ;D ;D Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: swill88 on December 22, 2015, 01:48:02 AM
Quote from: redsetta on December 22, 2015, 12:48:14 AM
It's an amazing part of the world you've got there - good luck with the next trip Chris.

Hi Sal, between winter and now the El Niño, haven't been out on the water in a while, so no new fish stories to share since the 'Chasing Marlin' adventure.
Been really focused on downhill racing this year, so bikes have taken over a bit when it comes to 'tool time'  ;)
Managed to rack up fourth overall in the North Island series, but the 'old man' age group isn't exactly overflowing with competitors  :D
From this morning:

(http://i1080.photobucket.com/albums/j335/redsetta/Road_Gap-2015_zpsa54rlfdu.jpg) (http://s1080.photobucket.com/user/redsetta/media/Road_Gap-2015_zpsa54rlfdu.jpg.html)

Hope all's well with you, and the very best wishes from my family to yours for the festive season.
Saluti!

Looks like 'old man allstars' to me... (how old we talkin?)

good on you!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on December 22, 2015, 02:23:49 AM
The slippery slope towards 50  ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: swill88 on December 22, 2015, 02:29:36 AM
Quote from: redsetta on December 22, 2015, 02:23:49 AM
The slippery slope towards 50  ;)

I could run (jog) at 50... at 63 ran after my Mother's walker rolling to the street... 3 steps and rolled. Bruised in 4 spots but better than broken in 1 spot. I think I'm 25 but... not true.

Keep it going redsetta!
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Post by: Dominick on December 22, 2015, 04:47:51 AM
At 50 I could still jog to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain in San Mateo, CA.  I would get to the top and do my Rocky imitation.  I felt great.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: jonnou on January 03, 2016, 09:52:51 AM
Great thread Guys. I have had little time to check in on the site of late. Dom a Swordfish and a Marlin have little in common apart from the pointy nose. The Gladiator of the sea would be an Extraordinary catch on 50lb PE...

  It could possibly require Bare chest and Peach coloured Speedo's to pull of such an audacious feat.
;) ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on January 03, 2016, 08:33:56 PM
Quote from: jonnou on January 03, 2016, 09:52:51 AM
G
  It could possibly require Bare chest and Peach coloured Speedo's to pull of such an audacious feat.
;) ;)
I'm game.  I haven't heard from Chris or Mike lately.  Hey is anyone catching Fish?  Dominick
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Post by: Newell Nut on January 03, 2016, 11:45:31 PM
Quote from: Dominick on December 22, 2015, 04:47:51 AM
At 50 I could still jog to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain in San Mateo, CA.  I would get to the top and do my Rocky imitation.  I felt great.  Dominick
Heck Dominic, I am only 66 and had 505 on my shoulders this morning. Piece of cake and planning on 600 soon.
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Post by: broadway on January 04, 2016, 05:08:20 AM
Justin, you're unreal... I couldn't do that at 20 none the less 50.
Dominick, you can probably still run up mountains... with your speedo and Hawaii 5-O shirt blowing in the breeze, of course.
Dwight, I've seen pics of you, You got forearms like popeye! :o
My macho feat... I can weave through NYC traffic like a Jamaican cab driver.  Hold on tight!
You guys always amaze me,
Dom
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Post by: mhc on January 04, 2016, 10:29:19 AM
Quote from: Dominick on January 03, 2016, 08:33:56 PM
Quote from: jonnou on January 03, 2016, 09:52:51 AM
G
 It could possibly require Bare chest and Peach coloured Speedo's to pull of such an audacious feat.
;) ;)
I'm game.  I haven't heard from Chris or Mike lately.  Hey is anyone catching Fish?  Dominick

Not yet Dominick - the Tank is due here in a week or two. That gives me time to sort out my wardrobe.
Fortunately we don't catch swordfish here, that could well be because we don't (or do) dress appropriately! The only pair of speedo's I've found so far are an old well worn pair of chartreuse with holes in them!   :'(

Mike  
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on January 04, 2016, 11:37:44 AM
Speedos in Tassie? No chance! Brass monkey weather down here for the most part. Yes Mike, will send the Tank to you by the end of the week along with some other bits and pieces for you. There has been a massive run of small SBT come through here in the last week, a boat tagged 50 in under 4 hours today, but 8-15kg tunny are not Tank-worthy.
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Post by: Rothmar2 on January 06, 2016, 11:27:20 AM
Snuck out for a spur of the moment trip today, but the Tank proved to be a "reel Jonah" and didn't tick a ratchet in anger all day. We did end up with a few albacore and small SBT's on "other" reels.
Seeing as this thread is about the Tank, I'm not sure it's really worth posting a report?!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on January 08, 2016, 07:28:20 AM
Tank is now on its way to Queensland for Mike to try and work over. I think he might have some GT plans for it. A big one would be a worthy opponent for the Tank. Good luck with it Mike, I hope you get some big'uns on it.
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Post by: Shark Hunter on January 09, 2016, 04:54:40 AM
The Tank with a Big GT would be Epic. ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on January 15, 2016, 11:18:02 AM
The Tank has arrived in Rockhampton, Central Queensland, Australia - along with a strong wind warning for Capricorn Coast Waters over the coming weekend.

Daron, I'm more hopeful than confident of finding a big GT.

Mike
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on January 15, 2016, 09:51:26 PM
Hook up a kite and put the Tank through its paces.   :D Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on January 25, 2016, 02:53:25 AM
The Tank has had a practice run to Rock Cod Shoals 35 km out of Gladstone. It was the last location on our list of options, they are the closest reef area to Gladstone and are fairly heavily fished. The reefs we hope to get a GT on are about 70 km out but the forecast of 10 - 15 knot northerly increasing to 15 - 20 in the afternoon stopped us from heading further out. My friend's boat is 16 ft - anything much above 10 knots and 1m seas makes the trip slow, wet and uncomfortable.

We started trolling on the shoals around 5 am and gave it away around 5:45 without getting a touch.

The Tank waiting for action
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-f9-QsiJmY5U/VqWD_2g-01I/AAAAAAAAAqk/PWNoLs9gEYI/s800-Ic42/DSCF2567.JPG)

It wasn't looking good for pelagics, we only saw a couple of lone birds that came over to us to see if we had found any fish.
I put the Tank away while we bottom bounced for a few table fish in 40 - 60 ft.

Danni with the first of 4 Coral Trout
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qzz7xq1ZnK0/VqWEp7t-63I/AAAAAAAAAq0/RfuTBndgC40/s800-Ic42/DSCF2571.JPG)   

Luke with a Red Throat Sweetlip
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My accurate 99 with another sweetlip
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Not much in the way of scenery - if you look closely you can make out some of the hills around Gladstone
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No action for the Tank but we had a good morning fishing. We ended up with 24 sweeetlip and 4 trout between three of us - nothing of any size but a good feed for the location.

I'm hoping to take the Tank further out into the Capricorn Bunker Group before I send it back to Chis in a few weeks.

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on January 25, 2016, 09:40:22 AM
Nice little write up Mike. Nice size trout too. When I lived in Airlie many many moons ago, got a dose of Cigutera from a big trout, prob around 20lb. After that we'd only eat them up to the size of the one pictured. Nothing wrong with a feed of "Trickies" like those you got.
Had a look on the Navionics charts, lots of Marine Park Zones out there these days. Can see why the shoals you fished get a hammering.
Hope you get a chance to get further out for some mega GT's.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: broadway on January 25, 2016, 01:52:47 PM
Man, those sweet lips are pretty fish. 
Happy to see the tank making its' way around the world.  Hope you get a GT on the tank to really get her turned on.
Thanks for the update,
Dom
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on January 25, 2016, 03:39:43 PM
Always nice to see the Tank on the water ready for action. Thanks for the great shots and for doing this for us, Mike...good luck out there.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: jonnou on January 29, 2016, 12:05:47 AM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on January 04, 2016, 11:37:44 AM
Speedos in Tassie? No chance! Brass monkey weather down here for the most part. Yes Mike, will send the Tank to you by the end of the week along with some other bits and pieces for you. There has been a massive run of small SBT come through here in the last week, a boat tagged 50 in under 4 hours today, but 8-15kg tunny are not Tank-worthy.

Strewth too damn cold for Budgie Smugglers ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rivverrat on February 02, 2016, 11:09:28 PM
Great thread !  Enjoyed the pics & stories here.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on February 05, 2016, 04:24:58 AM
Awesome thread great stories.
That reel is collecting some mojo......jo jo!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on February 12, 2016, 09:32:05 AM
The Tank is on it's way back to Tasmania, fully refreshed after a relaxing break in Central Queensland. I'm disappointed I didn't get another chance to try for a tank-worthy fish.

I have taken a few photos at Rosslyn Bay Harbour to at least show the tank has been here;

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vOMwcd3oKPI/Vr2fhuVgkgI/AAAAAAAAAuc/oDqhyKdfkdA/s800-Ic42/DSCF2648.JPG)

At the 1st boat ramp
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The 2nd ramp
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5DD4HxGiMJA/Vr2hMk5MpDI/AAAAAAAAAus/pUTBYZqWQiY/s800-Ic42/DSCF2632.JPG)

The marina
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and one of the wharfs
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It's unlikely the tank will return to here, so I guess I'll have to make a replica to catch a tank GT.

I'm also disappointed no one mentioned my pink ABU shirt in the earlier photos.  ??? ;D ;D

Mike

PS - We weren't the only ones that didn't like the weather - the trailer boat parking areas were empty a lot of the time.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_7S-BsGoNRQ/Vr2rOOValvI/AAAAAAAAAvg/1A-5c_Jb0Kw/s800-Ic42/DSCF2651.JPG)
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Post by: Alto Mare on February 12, 2016, 12:48:30 PM
Mike, that's why they call it fishing...you never know.
Don't feel too bad, you did a great job with the Tank, I've personally enjoyed your nice pics.
Thanks for your involvement with the "Tank journey", certainly something to remember.

Sal
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Post by: Rothmar2 on February 19, 2016, 09:47:40 AM
The Tank has landed back in Tas. I've only been home a couple of days, but am hearing that the fishing has gone up a notch, just need a break in the weather. There has been a few smoked electrics before the weather turned sour, pretty sure that means the swords are turning up.
5-6m swell here over the last couple of days, been surfing instead!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on March 02, 2016, 08:27:05 PM
Spooled up the Tank for swords, which I will hopefully will get out and have a crack at over the next couple of weeks. I put some fresh wax on the spool before winding on the line.

Here it is with 500m of Platypus Pretest 24kg Braid. It's listed as being 0.26mm thick. We ran the braid over a line counter while spooling. We had a 1000m spool of it, but wanted to split this braid between two reels.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_24_42_2149314.jpeg)

And here it is with the top-shot of 24kg pre-test Mono. Estimate we got 150-200m on there, so it should JUST be enough line for swords.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_24_07_21489126.jpeg)

The braid to mono join has been done with a PR knot. We use this knot on our other sword rigs, and it has never let us down.
  As a team, we have claimed several GFAA records using this braid-mono  setup. We have sent samples of this braid off to be tested by the GFAA, and the results have been good enough to have records accepted.
 No affiliation etc, just putting the info up for those interested.
 This set-up should also work well for tuna, having the long top-shot should give a bit more shock absorption. We are hoping the Jumbo blues won't be too far away, although the water down here might be a bit warm for them still at this time.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on March 03, 2016, 12:27:13 AM
The Tank is looking good.
The eccentric lever in the first pic is neither engaged or disengaged.
The second pic looks like it might be tweaked.
This reel has stood the tests of time and more to come.
It might be nothing, but that eccentric lever needs a looking at Chris.
Go Tank! ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on March 03, 2016, 01:19:14 AM
All good Daron, I probably didn't fully flip the lever when I wanted a bit of extra line off the spool for doing the PR knot. It goes full travel no problem. The slight tweak could be due to the little plastic sleeve over the stopper to prevent it from chipping away the purple ring paint.

Sitting at home stewing...the guys our out fishing and have a sword on, been on it for 2+hrs now. And I'm stuck home for family duties, grrr!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on March 03, 2016, 06:12:32 AM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on March 03, 2016, 01:19:14 AM
All good Daron, I probably didn't fully flip the lever when I wanted a bit of extra line off the spool for doing the PR knot. It goes full travel no problem. The slight tweak could be due to the little plastic sleeve over the stopper to prevent it from chipping away the purple ring paint.

Sitting at home stewing...the guys our out fishing and have a sword on, been on it for 2+hrs now. And I'm stuck home for family duties, grrr!

Look at the bright side, the reels ready to go and it's hard to enjoy good times on the water if family obligations are weighing you down.
Finish up and get out there when you can!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on March 04, 2016, 09:38:05 PM
Thanks for the update.  I am anxious for some action.  Go get them.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on March 06, 2016, 09:45:40 AM
Just a quick heads up for those following; The Tank had its first sword trip today. No sword love, but an interesting day, despite lack of success. Day wasn't a total loss however. Will get a full report up when I get some time.
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Post by: BMITCH on March 06, 2016, 10:27:28 AM
Can't wait👍🏻👍🏻
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on March 06, 2016, 11:41:37 AM
Chris, come on with it...I'm running out of popcorn ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on March 06, 2016, 01:15:14 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on March 06, 2016, 11:41:37 AM
Chris, come on with it...I'm running out of popcorn ;D

;D  I thought Dominick would be the first to crack under the suspense!
We just need to be patient......... so....... um, ah........ Chris have got the report ready yet?............ Chris - where's the #$%@ing report!!  ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: broschro on March 06, 2016, 05:59:13 PM
Quote from: mhc on March 06, 2016, 01:15:14 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on March 06, 2016, 11:41:37 AM
Chris, come on with it...I'm running out of popcorn ;D

;D  I thought Dominick would be the first to crack under the suspense!
We just need to be patient......... so....... um, ah........ Chris have got the report ready yet?............ Chris - where's the #$%@ing report!!  ;D ;D
Lol I cant wait any longer!! come on man. ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on March 07, 2016, 12:23:07 AM
See above.  If you don't post pictures it did not happen.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: SoCalAngler on March 07, 2016, 02:38:11 AM
Waiting with baited breath to see what the tank pulled in. I love to see sea monsters.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on March 07, 2016, 03:13:45 AM
QuoteIf you don't post pictures it did not happen.
:D ;D So true!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on March 07, 2016, 06:26:49 AM
Wow, bunch of impatient patients here, hehehe! I think you guys might be a bit disappointed by this report after all the suspense.

Anyways, we probably shouldn't have even gone.....

Our skipper had been out until 11pm on a bucks night just hours before meeting time, and Leo is a clean living fella these days, and thus his "drinking fitness" is way below par.
He woke up still wasted.
  But as all good skippers do, lead by example, and soldier on.
 It had been Leo's birthday on Thursday just passed, and his birthday pressie was to land a 201kg swordfish on 60kg tackle, now pending a few state and national records.
  To follow Leo's, and the good-ship "Choonachasa" adventures, search and then like "Team Choonachasa" on Facebook.
  So we knew the swords were about. Last week another boat fought a huge sword for almost 11 hours on 37kg tackle, until the hook fell out. They got a good look at it a few times, estimated size "Well over 300kg's".
  The weather forecast wasn't real great for trying where Leo had got his 201kg fish out of Eaglehawk Neck, but looked better further up the coast, and there had been a striped marlin  caught, and quite a few others seen in lure spreads over the previous few weeks off Schouten island, about half-way up Tasmania's east coast.
  So while Leo slept off the shenanigans, 1st mate Simon did the towing duties for the 1 1/2hr run up to Little Swanport to launch our assault. Also along for the ride was my younger brother Kim visiting from Sydney.
  Now we really should have quit while ahead. It's (in my view) bad karma to offer blind mullets to the sea gods while putting to sea. Swanport is no marina, just a ramp inside the barway, and a carpark. No facilities.
 Leo wakes up needing to realease a finless, liquid Teflon coated floater, usually hideously scented. As soon as we cross the barway, the mullet is realeased to its fate.....
  At least we are on our way.

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We cross Great Oyster Bay and get to Schouten passage and sound around looking to find some Arrow squid for extra sword baits. No luck there. Plenty of bait schools present, but no sabiki rod. Another error on our part....
  We search through our lure rolls, and come up with a spread for the Marlin. Four lures out, and start trolling east.
  The water looks great, deep blue in colour, and 20degs, there is the odd patch of birds working, and we do laps around them hoping to raise a strike.
  No luck for an hour, but as soon as we hit the 100m line, the right flatline  gives a short growl. Kim says he saw the tail through the splash, then suddenly the shot gun comes to life. Yep, Striped Marlin! But as anyone who has fished them long enough knows, they are notoriously tricky on lures. This one is no exception. Despite Simon getting the rod out of the holder, and line coming off the reel, and the marlin clearly moving away from us, the double Gama SL 12 hooks fail to get a hold and the lure gets thrown in a half hearted jump. Bugger!! We work the area for another 1/2hr, and we get some positive marks on the sounder, but with no live baits, we realise we have missed our chance.
 We decide to head for the shelf, lines in and gun out there. We set the lures again while we sound the drop off. No takers.
 The scatter layer looks good, and we soon find some positive soundings up off the bottom.
 The Tank is readied for the drop into 500m of water. A few nerves as the rock and bait are sent down. Will there be enough line?

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_25_58_215002492.jpeg)

A few minutes later we get our answer, yes, and a reasonable bit to spare. Sweet.
    Break the rock off and feel a couple of thumps almost straight away. Is this a sword straight up?? We wait, but do not get a follow up. Ballon the rig out and allow to sit a while before engaging the Tank and then allow the bait and rig to slowly drift up, with the boat.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_30_08_17_1_43_11_217571543.jpeg)

We aim to keep the bait soaking for about 30-45mins each drop. If no bite, winch all the line back in, and re-deploy. All up it takes about a one hour cycle per drop. Some days we will run two rods alternating so we always have at least one bait in at all times, but as today is all about the Tank, we stick to just one sword rig, and an Electric baited with droppers for deep-water eaters.
  Nothing happens until drop number 3. The Tank gets deployed, and ballooned out. We then get the electric rig down, in 400m, and get bites straight away. Wait a few minutes for the circle hooks to do their thing, and winch up. There's weight this time.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_33_40_215172002.jpeg)

Anticipation runs high, and then we suddenly notice the balloon has broken off the Tank's line. Something has taken the bait!
  I goto work on the Tank, there is resistance, but not much, and the spool fills up quickly. Meanwhile the electric is up, and we have a small Blue-eye Trevalla and a greasy Ribaldo cod.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_25_11_214962203.jpeg)

The Trev goes straight into the icebox, great eating! The Ribaldo to the albatross's.
On the Tank, I get to the mono/braid join, and things go up a notch....doesn't seem sword like, but there is a bit of angle on the line now.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_24_13_214902199.jpeg)

  I call a shark, probably a Blue due to the lack of any fight. Simon still thinks a sword that hasn't woken up yet. Leo is 50-50. I get a bucket on and keep winding, no drag taken, but the odd slip as I wind. Mmm....
 Then nothing.....gone!
I wind up the last 50 odd metres deflated. We check the leader, and there are distinct teeth marks on the 400lb Fluro trace, the remains of the Arrow squid, and scratches in the coating of the Mutu circle hook.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_25_01_21495345.jpeg)

Definately a shark of some sort, and either way, not a real big one. I believe not even big enough to be able to get the bait right down, it was just stubbornly hanging onto the bait while rising to the surface.

And that's pretty much it. Leo is over it, (hungover) and Simon has suddenly come down with flu symptoms, time to go.
 
(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_32_18_215131361.jpeg)

We have another quick look around with the lures where we had the marlin strike early in the day, but nothing happens. The breeze is picking up, so we retreat back to the boat ramp. Back in Hobart by 6pm, washed up and Kim and I home having a beer by 7pm.
 Not a total loss of a day, but certainly had many better ones.
That's just fishing though innit!

A comment about the Tank. Sal, yes the gears are wearing in, but still a way to go. But I have every confidence when the sword hook-up comes, the Tank will come through.
Hopefully a few more attempts over the next couple of weeks.

Postscript....OK, so a couple of "one that got away" stories here. For you "No pic, didn't happen", callers, well you'll just have to take my word for it.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on March 07, 2016, 07:01:58 AM
Great report!
This is such a cracker thread.
Cheers lads, Justin
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Patudo on March 07, 2016, 09:20:21 AM
Great thread indeed.  That modded 6/0 could be a natural for pitch baiting - one way to get around trying to hang on to them with artificials.  Stripes down your way get to more than double the 125 lber the reel's already caught, I hear. 
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Post by: conchydong on March 07, 2016, 12:49:15 PM
Nice. The Blue eyed Trevella sure looks a lot like our Barrel fish that we catch deep dropping off the coast of Florida.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on March 08, 2016, 06:22:58 AM
Yeah Patudo, we do get a few good ones down here, but probably not as consistantly as what they get in NZ.
Having said that I had a 300lber on once that scoffed a whole striped tuna we had bridled up.
Emptied a TLD 25 in about 90secs, you can fill in the rest.....
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on March 08, 2016, 09:36:38 AM
Thanks for yet another great report and photos, I'm looking forward to a few more over the next few weeks. Good luck!

And for what it's worth, I believe the yarn about the un-photographed marlin - your description of the event is as good as a photo, even if it is not considered admissible evidence by some.   :) :)

Mike
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on March 08, 2016, 11:19:54 AM
Quote from: mhc on March 08, 2016, 09:36:38 AM
Thanks for yet another great report and photos, I'm looking forward to a few more over the next few weeks. Good luck!

And for what it's worth, I believe the yarn about the un-photographed marlin - your description of the event is as good as a photo, even if it is not considered admissible evidence by some.   :) :)

Mike
I agree!
Thanks for doing this, we are all enjoying it.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on March 10, 2016, 03:17:39 AM
Quote from: mhc on March 08, 2016, 09:36:38 AM
Thanks for yet another great report and photos, I'm looking forward to a few more over the next few weeks. Good luck!

And for what it's worth, I believe the yarn about the un-photographed marlin - your description of the event is as good as a photo, even if it is not considered admissible evidence by some.   :) :)

Mike
Objection.  If there are no photos it did not happen.   :-* Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on March 10, 2016, 03:22:21 AM
I agree Dominick, not saying it didn't happen, but more pictures please.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: wallacewt on March 10, 2016, 05:32:25 AM
objection dismissed ::)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on March 10, 2016, 12:01:45 PM
Over ruled.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on March 10, 2016, 04:58:40 PM
Quote from: Dominick on March 10, 2016, 03:17:39 AM
Quote from: mhc on March 08, 2016, 09:36:38 AM
And for what it's worth, I believe the yarn about the un-photographed marlin - your description of the event is as good as a photo, even if it is not considered admissible evidence by some.   :) :) Mike

Objection.  If there are no photos it did not happen.   :-* Dominick

Counselor,    you're badgering the witness ;D

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on March 10, 2016, 05:24:17 PM
Treat him as a hostile witness! :D :D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on March 10, 2016, 06:59:15 PM
It's amazing the AT members can quote all the Perry Mason legal cliches.   ;D Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on March 10, 2016, 07:07:42 PM
Update: Law and Order.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: broschro on March 10, 2016, 07:42:41 PM
Quote from: Shark Hunter on November 05, 2015, 05:57:36 AM
I can't wait to see the rings Rothmar is going to put on the Tank.
I need to get some fish on Mine and lay down the Heavy Metal for once.
open invite to come fish with me any time. We got a thresher shark estimated to be around 200 pounds on my pen 704 Ugly Stik combo. I will try to get some pictures posted up from my friend's phone.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on March 15, 2016, 03:50:42 AM
Just want to check in Dominick, but when do you want the Tank back?
I'm due back at work this time next week. But I will be home last week of April, which was peak Sword time last year, and quite a few Jumbo tuna around too.
I will be home all May as well. I'm guessing you want it back before the end of May?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on March 15, 2016, 09:33:50 PM
Go catch a Marlin and a tuna then send it on, Dominick can't fish right now anyway!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on March 16, 2016, 12:25:53 AM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on March 15, 2016, 03:50:42 AM
Just want to check in Dominick, but when do you want the Tank back?
I'm due back at work this time next week. But I will be home last week of April, which was peak Sword time last year, and quite a few Jumbo tuna around too.
I will be home all May as well. I'm guessing you want it back before the end of May?
No problem I still want to see you put a hurting on it.  When you are finished send it to Sal for inspection and service.  I would like to use it the week of June 7, 2016.  If anyone wants to use it in between let me know.  I am fishing in Baja the first week in April but I did not plan on having the Tank back by then anyway.  Steve-O wants to take it to Alaska but I don't remember when he is going.  We'll work it out, just put in a request. 

Quote from: David Hall on March 15, 2016, 09:33:50 PM
Go catch a Marlin and a tuna then send it on, Dominick can't fish right now anyway!
David I'm coming along fine.  PT a couple of days a week and home PT 5 days a week.  I feel strong.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on March 16, 2016, 02:46:44 AM
Good to hear Dominick, glad you feel strong thats important, continued speedy recovery to you.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on April 22, 2016, 05:46:43 PM
It's been 30 days, I wonder where it is and what it's doing?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on April 22, 2016, 08:58:32 PM
Been sitting on the rod rack at home, while I have been overseas (literally) keeping the roof over my family's head. Home Monday, and should get it out fishing a couple of times before it migrates back over the Pacific for the northern summer. Looking at boxing it up mid-late May-ish.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on April 22, 2016, 10:07:45 PM
Man that work really gets in the way of fishing at times doesn't it?
Glad to hear it won't be sitting still much longer and you are going to get out and give it a workout.
Can't wait to read about the continuing adventures!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on April 24, 2016, 05:27:42 PM
I am requesting the use of the TANK for the "Wild & Remote 60th Birthday" trip Jerry and I have planned for
Oct. 29 - Nov. 6, 2016.

We have decided to travel to Magdalena Bay - 260 mile north & a 5 hr. car ride from Cabo on the Pacific side of the Baja.

If this is possible, would like to have the TANK here at Dominick's San Mateo home mid Oct. 2016.

TANK you so much!

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 24, 2016, 09:19:27 PM
Quote from: El Pescador on April 24, 2016, 05:27:42 PM

TANK you so much!
Wayne
Groan.  ::) It's yours for October.  Anyone else in between these times?  Steve-O might want to use it in June.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on April 25, 2016, 01:07:07 AM
Is it still stopping here first? I want to freshen it up a little.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 25, 2016, 03:36:25 AM
Rothmar2 said he would ship it back next month.  I will direct him to send it to you.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: MarkT on April 25, 2016, 05:00:34 AM
Ship it Alan for June so it can go on the 5-day. I'll be happy to crank on some YT with it.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 25, 2016, 04:06:54 PM
Quote from: MarkT on April 25, 2016, 05:00:34 AM
Ship it Alan for June so it can go on the 5-day. I'll be happy to crank on some YT with it.
Okay, I will instruct Chris to send the reel to Sal and Sal to send the reel to me.  I will use it June 7-14 and deliver it to Alan by the time he's ready to leave for the 5-day.  This should work.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Steve-O on April 25, 2016, 04:14:23 PM
And I am in Alaska when Dominick is down south same dates so I'm out for June. Next possible trip in the fall.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 25, 2016, 05:23:06 PM
Quote from: Steve-O on April 25, 2016, 04:14:23 PM
And I am in Alaska when Dominick is down south same dates so I'm out for June. Next possible trip in the fall.
Steve your email to me did not say you wanted to use the Tank in June.  I don't mind sending to you for your use.  Let me know if you want it for sure and I will arrange to get it to you.  I'm not sure what I will bring down to Baja with me.  It all depends on the reports.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on April 25, 2016, 09:11:01 PM
Sounds like a great trip Wayne.
I've spent a bit of time around Magdalena Bay and it's a magic spot.
Good luck!
Justin
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 26, 2016, 04:57:03 AM
Justin the Tank is in your area of the globe.  would you like to fish it?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on April 26, 2016, 08:37:07 AM
Thanks for the offer Dominick!
I'd love to, but the timing's probably a bit tight this time around.
I have another marlin trip coming up next summer, so perhaps I can pencil in a booking as that approaches.
It'd be an honour to fish it one day!
Cheers mate, Justin
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 26, 2016, 06:39:58 PM
Quote from: redsetta on April 26, 2016, 08:37:07 AM
Thanks for the offer Dominick!
I'd love to, but the timing's probably a bit tight this time around.
I have another marlin trip coming up next summer, so perhaps I can pencil in a booking as that approaches.
It'd be an honour to fish it one day!
Cheers mate, Justin
Whenever you are ready.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Steve-O on April 28, 2016, 03:33:33 AM
Quote from: Dominick on April 25, 2016, 05:23:06 PM
Quote from: Steve-O on April 25, 2016, 04:14:23 PM
And I am in Alaska when Dominick is down south same dates so I'm out for June. Next possible trip in the fall.
Steve your email to me did not say you wanted to use the Tank in June.  I don't mind sending to you for your use.  Let me know if you want it for sure and I will arrange to get it to you.  I'm not sure what I will bring down to Baja with me.  It all depends on the reports.  Dominick

With the guided halibut regs being what they are the TANK would be so overkill it would be sad. The reverse slot size is up to 45" or over 78" ...so a 40# fish or a barn door well above 200#.

Obviously, the smaller size are more plentiful and the captain has to put all the anglers on a fish in a reasonable amount of time AFTER we limit on King Salmon. So unless the entire boat says anchor up for barn doors, we just drop down and reel up a good eating size fish and move on to Lings and Rockfish.

I probably won't even take my two speed but will take two Omotos and an Okuma Komodo for jigging.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on May 09, 2016, 12:48:09 AM
Quote from: redsetta on April 25, 2016, 09:11:01 PM
Sounds like a great trip Wayne.
I've spent a bit of time around Magdalena Bay and it's a magic spot.
Good luck!
Justin

Justin,
Since you have been there, may I PM with a couple hundred questions??? ;D

We are putting this trip together thru the Buena Vista Resort on the East Cape,

but for Boots-on-the-ground RECON, I pay for that information!!!!

Let me know, and thank you.

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on May 10, 2016, 12:10:12 AM
Would be happy to assist Wayne, but I haven't fished Mag Bay.
Been there a few times, watched the Grays etc, but surf was my main focus back then ;) ;D
I did Baja overland every year between '89 and '96, including some pretty sketchy off-road missions between Los Inocentes and Puerto Chale, and north of Punta Abreojos.
But it was all a long time ago now!
Stoked you're planning a trip there - it'll be epic!
Will look forward to the report.
All the best, Justin
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on May 25, 2016, 03:23:31 AM
Last trip with the Tank today, quick half day of fun filled action on school SBT's, with the Tank in the thick of it.
Full report ASAP.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on May 25, 2016, 03:31:36 AM
Good for you!!!!That said you can't well finalize the SS jiggy fishing reel if you are actually off fishing...priorities, mate!!! Cheers!



John
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on May 25, 2016, 06:57:21 AM
Hurray!
Glad to hear the tank has drawn blood.
Can't wait for the report,
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on May 26, 2016, 12:15:15 AM
If you don't post photos it didn't happen.  ::) Waiting for the pics.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on May 26, 2016, 01:09:35 AM
Chris loves to keep up in suspense, he does it often  ;D.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on May 26, 2016, 01:46:08 AM
Dramatic pause........ Pictures Please.                           
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on May 26, 2016, 07:33:30 AM
Well it was going to be the last chance to use the Tank. With the weather not giving many opportunities for going after Swordfish, and our skipper of the Choonachasa having a lot of family and work commitments to boot; when long time mate Craig wanted to "blood" his little 16' Tin Dish with some tuna, I jumped at the chance.
  We waited for a little break in the winds, and made a snap decision to goto the Tasman Peninsula. Would be a half day mission only as I had to get back in time to pick the kids up from school at 330pm, and it's approx 1  1/2hr drive back to Hobart  from the Peninsula.
  Reports had been good lately. Plenty of school sized bluefin, but also a real chance of hooking a jumbo tuna in excess of 200lb.
There had been several jumbos landed in the previous week for those willing to battle the winds and seas.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_36_46_21518265.png)

  We launched from Fortescue Bay (between Capes Nola and Hauy) at 0630, and had the lures in 10mins later. Three rods only, as with only 2 aboard, and Craig being relatively in-experienced, I didn't want to cause any more mayhem than necessary, especially in such a small boat, and a 2-3m SE swell running.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_32_42_215141175.jpeg)

Apologies in advance for those who require an abundance of photos in these reports,  but it was a bit tricky taking  photos, and with it only being single figures on the degree Celsius scale, I had condensation problems on my phone's camera lens. I have included the best from a bad bunch.
  With lures only in for 15mins, we get our first hit, my tanked 114 running a self made skirt, gets nailed. Craig is designated reeler, and takes the rod. A short fight, against 8kg of drag see's our best SBT landed for the day, around 30lb's. This is the first bluefin Craig has caught in many years, and he's wrapt!

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_23_37_214832153.jpeg)

We circle back over the area, but don't raise another. We continue north towards Yellow Bluff.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_25_25_214971590.jpeg)

A double of jumbos had been landed here just a few days previously. No luck on first pass, and we head up towards the reef marked on the charts off Waterfall Bay. There are a few boats working here, and birds diving, but no-one hooks up. The wind suddenly picks up a little from the NW, so we head back to Yellow Bluff to get in under the protection of the Cliffs. As we get closer we see school tuna breaking the surface, and a few big ones! We get bit straight away, but it's only a small one.Craig and the Tank make short work of the 20lber which has taken the trusty King Brown Halco.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_26_32_215032226.jpeg)

The fish bust up for a bit longer, but get gun-shy, and we don't get any more bites. We head south sticking close to the coast as the wind freshens further, and we wonder if we'll be able to stay out in the little Tinny. We approach Cape Hauy, and "The Lanterns" and the swell picks up somewhat with the current helping it to stand-up.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_23_00_214831813.jpeg)

At least the wind backs off again. We decide to fish on, and glad we do, we get a triple in the swell! One drops off quickly, and I clear the line. Craig grabs the Tank, and then I get my 114. School sized fish, medium drags, short lines, the inevitable cross-over occurs! Fun!
We sort it once playing unders and overs, only for it to immediately happen again. I put my rod down, glove up, leader my fish to the boat, and grab its tail, and lift it into the boat. Undo the snap, unwrap the leader around Craig's line, unhook the fish, and shoot it back into the water. Craig's fish is visibly bleeding, so we decide to keep it. It's almost completely inhaled the Halco, and the singles have pierced it's gills.
   With the boat limit in our waters for SBT at four, we decide to try a bit longer in the hope of hooking a jumbo. Chatter over the radio indicates a jumbo has been lost a bit further south from us, after an hour long battle. We keep heading south along Munroes Bight towards Cape Pillar where the jumbo was hooked, but we never make it. We encounter more busting school tuna, we get a couple more double hook-ups, release 3, keep one more. It's now 1130, if we hook a monster, I'm going to risk getting divorced. So we pull the pin, shoot back to Fortescue, clean the fish,  haul out and head for home.

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_26_42_215041643.jpeg)

 Grab a celebratory lunchtime beer on the way home, and make it (completely sober I assure you!) to pick up the kids.
 
A few more pics

The humble "Tin Dish"

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_26_54_215051120.png)

Munroes Bight cliffs

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_32_00_215121926.jpeg)

Looking down the east side of the Tasman Peninsula. Pirates Bay, home of the Tuna Club of Tasmania, the first bay. Cape Hauy and The Lanterns in middle of picture, The Hypolite Rocks in the distance left of pic

(http://alantani.com/gallery/21/10783_29_08_17_3_33_06_215162255.jpeg)


So my time with the Tank has come to an end. Tomorrow I will post it back to Sal for him to service it for it's next assignment.
  This hasn't been a great season for me to go fishing. I've been renovating my house, kids have a lot on, and the weather has been very ordinary of late. I missed the best of the Swordfish bite in April due to being at work in Singapore.
  That's life and fishing I guess.

Maybe I can get another opportunity to fish the Tank again in the future.
But looking forward to seeing where, and what it catches next!

Thanks for reading.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on May 26, 2016, 09:11:22 AM
Thanks for another great report Chris, I think the photos are fine - some great scenery as well as great fishing and good to see the Tank and your 6/0 sharing a bit of action.
I'll have to make my way down that way one day, maybe earlier in the year before it gets cold.
Mike
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on May 26, 2016, 09:46:38 AM
Great report and photos Chris, not a bad day out with that little boat.
Love that shot of the Tank next to your masterpiece, the fish don't look bad either.
I'm glad you got to use the Tank.
Thanks for being willing to give it a shot...you did good!

Sal

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Tightlines667 on May 26, 2016, 07:10:35 PM
Great report.  I love seeing the different locales, and approaches to fishing.  Pretty successful half-day outing there!

It occurs to me that this thread could use a running list of each species of fish caught on the tank.  I hope this project continues for awhile.  It kinda showcases what this site is all about.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on May 26, 2016, 09:19:08 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on May 26, 2016, 09:46:38 AM
Great report and photos Chris, not a bad day out with that little boat.
Love that shot of the Tank next to your masterpiece, the fish don't look bad either.
I'm glad you got to use the Tank.
Thanks for being willing to give it a shot...you did good!

Sal

Chris, I join Sal in offering kudos for the photos and report.  If anyone else wants to use it we can direct Sal to send it to you instead of back to me.  How about someone in Malaysia, Africa, or South America? Somewhere exotic?   Wayne wants to use it in late October.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on May 27, 2016, 02:08:35 AM
From the begining with Dominicks post I reread this thread, all the way till the end, to see where it is now. love it.
Great pictures.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on May 27, 2016, 02:21:41 AM
Awesome day on the water Chris, you know that's the way it is, you never know when that jumbo will appear and in the mean time if you can steady pick schoolies that's just as well!
Good reading
Thanks for posting!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on May 27, 2016, 04:11:58 AM
Good Job Chris. You put fish in the boat and gave the tank a little action.
You are doing a lot better than me.
My Hats off to you sir. ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on May 27, 2016, 07:29:15 AM
Thanks chaps, pleasure posting for you all here. I should have probably added the Tank reeled in 4 out of the 8 we boated, 2 each on my mutant, and a modded Chinese 114. I had the 500 in the boat, but it didn't get unfurled, as the conditions were a bit rolly, and it would have been just my luck that a jumbo would hit it, and we would be committed to a futile battle.

Posted the reel off this morning, Aus Post reckons 6 days back to Sal....I hope so, means that Dominick should get it in time for his trip?? I reckon the Tank would appreciate the change in weather!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on May 27, 2016, 03:05:47 PM
Hey rogue I'm going to catch a big one for you when I go to the Cape in July, with my puny 9/0. ;D :'( ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rancanfish on May 27, 2016, 03:22:29 PM
Great report.  But I have to say,  you have much bigger drags than me riding that little tin boat out there.

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on May 27, 2016, 08:10:42 PM
Quote from: Rancanfish on May 27, 2016, 03:22:29 PM
Great report.  But I have to say,  you have much bigger drags than me riding that little tin boat out there.


Me too.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on May 28, 2016, 02:18:31 AM
Me three, when I saw the pic of the boat I couldn't believe it!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on June 08, 2016, 12:33:42 AM
The Tank is safely in my possession.
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g431/pescatore1/20160607_175820.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/pescatore1/media/20160607_175820.jpg.html)
Thanks for doing this Chris!

Dominick, I will go through it, see what it needs and send it on its way for its next journey.
Is Wayne getting it next?

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on June 08, 2016, 10:07:53 PM
Sal, I think so.  We both will use it in October.  If anyone wants to use it they need to request it and either you or I will send it off.  I haven't fished yet.  We got here yesterday.  It is cold and windy down here in Los Cabos.  We'll try on Friday.  The forecast is for lighter winds then.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Tightlines667 on June 08, 2016, 10:20:54 PM
Quote from: Dominick on June 08, 2016, 10:07:53 PM
Sal, I think so.  We both will use it in October.  If anyone wants to use it they need to request it and either you or I will send it off.  I haven't fished yet.  We got here yesterday.  It is cold and windy down here in Los Cabos.  We'll try on Friday.  The forecast is for lighter winds then.  Dominick

Good luck!

I think you are due for another billfish.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on June 08, 2016, 10:21:49 PM
Quote from: Dominick on June 08, 2016, 10:07:53 PM
Sal, I think so.  We both will use it in October...

Does that mean you are fishing with me??? ::)

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on June 09, 2016, 12:42:37 AM
Very good, Domenico and Wayno. I'm guessing I won't go wrong sending it to either one of you guys ;D.

If anyone else would like to take the Tank for a spin, please let me know, you have a couple of months to try it.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on June 09, 2016, 01:54:32 AM
Quote from: Alto Mare on June 09, 2016, 12:42:37 AM
Very good, Domenico and Wayno. I'm guessing I won't go wrong sending it to either one of you guys ;D.

Sal

If you send it, please send to Dominick, I'll stop by for a glass of red & pick up the tank at the same time!!!!

Wayno
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on June 09, 2016, 02:39:50 AM
Sal, send it to me so I don't have to drink merlot.  ;D Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on June 25, 2016, 05:47:33 PM
Okay everyone.  All you AT members anywhere in the world anxious to use the reel, please let us know.  It gets sent to you on our dime and the only cost to you is return shipping and a photo report.  Any takers?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on June 28, 2016, 11:04:48 PM
Minicuccio, the Tank is on its way back to you and ready for some serious abuse.
Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on June 29, 2016, 03:35:33 AM
Did you just call me a little dog?  I don't know minicuccio.  Probably from your mountain dialect.  :D  It looks like there are no takers except for Wayne.  Thanks for the overhaul.  I have a GT 320LD that I leave down in Mexico.  I brought it back with me this trip to work on.  The clicker was not working.  I haven't worked on it in about 6 years.  The reel was in pretty good condition except for the clicker tongue which was worn to a nub.  I changed it out and stripped the line.  I really enjoy that reel for small tuna (20-30 lb) and Dorado.  I'll try to put a hurting on the Tank when I get it back from Wayne.  I'm going to make it my 30lb reel.  What line would you suggest.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on June 29, 2016, 04:13:22 AM
Yes Minicuccio is dialect, it means little Dominick. This is a good thing, shows respect. 
As for line, I believe you have 80lbs on there, I would leave it as is.
Hard to believe our 4/0 became a 30lbs reel, I know it can handle it, but we need to prove it to many.
That reel is loaded with some nice parts, I was tempted to give you drilled titanium keyed washers from Lee, but decided to leave it as is. This Tank is plenty strong.
I just noticed your handle on my desk, I will put it in the mail as soon as I get a chance. Be aware there is a log book in the box with the reel.
The handle on the Tank has a little in and out play, after a few conversations with Alan and his men, we decided that was the way to go.
I can't wait to see what this reel could do.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on June 29, 2016, 04:34:20 PM
Sal the question about the line was for the GT 320 LD.  I believe the max drag for the 320 is 10 lbs.  I intend to leave the Tank with 80 lb.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on June 29, 2016, 09:06:07 PM
Sorry old man, I thought you meant the Tank. I would go with 40# braid, here we use 20lbs straight mono.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on June 29, 2016, 10:10:15 PM
Dominick, if no one is on deck I might take the Tank Sept / Oct for 'hoo / mahi / grouper in NC.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on June 30, 2016, 09:50:46 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on June 29, 2016, 10:10:15 PM
Dominick, if no one is on deck I might take the Tank Sept / Oct for 'hoo / mahi / grouper in NC.
PM me your information.  Wayne wants to use it the last week in October.  You got it until then.  Too bad you did not get to me before Sal mailed it out.  I could have Sal ship it to you on his dime.  ::)  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on June 30, 2016, 10:38:26 PM
Np. I look forward to it and privileged to try to get some blood on it as it follows the equator, like an old articulator.

John
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on June 30, 2016, 11:01:40 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on June 30, 2016, 10:38:26 PM
Np. I look forward to it and privileged to try to get some blood on it as it follows the equator, like an old articulator.

John
John, I need your address if you want me to ship it to you.  BTW the Tank came with a log book that was started by Chris (Rothmar).  It is pretty cool.  I'll include the log with comments.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on June 30, 2016, 11:40:00 PM
Great John! thanks for doing this. Try to put a hurting on the Tank ;).
Looking forward to your report.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on July 01, 2016, 04:25:21 AM
Sweet John, looking forward to reading a report or two. Hope you can put a triple figure fish on it.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mo65 on July 01, 2016, 06:53:06 PM
This is great stuff...a built to the hilt reel traveling the world landing lunkers! Good luck thorhammer!  8)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on July 03, 2016, 05:32:46 AM

This thread represents the site well, so rare in todays internet.
I'm happy I found this site, it has restored my faith in humanity.
You two Italians are thick as brothers.

Long live the tank.

mark
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on July 05, 2016, 07:13:40 PM
Hey sorry been traveling and just saw this. Sending pm
Thanks guys!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rivverrat on July 07, 2016, 02:46:15 PM
This is a very neat thread. Ive seen pics of fish that I'll probably never have the opportunity to see any other way. More than anything I really love seeing the boats that some of you around the globe use....Jeff
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on July 20, 2016, 10:52:13 PM
the Tank has landed in NC! Can't wait to read the logbook and hopefully add something worthwhile to !!!  Very very cool to hold this famous reel. Right there with sitting in Otto's fighting chair with our guys at Penn.


John
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on July 21, 2016, 05:23:26 AM
Time to represent John.
You hold the all mighty Tank that Sal himself Built, Modified, them Modified again, then again. And passed on to another AT Brother.
Use it wisely my friend.
Make us proud. ;)

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on July 21, 2016, 04:42:54 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on July 20, 2016, 10:52:13 PM
the Tank has landed in NC! Can't wait to read the logbook and hopefully add something worthwhile to !!!  Very very cool to hold this famous reel. Right there with sitting in Otto's fighting chair with our guys at Penn.


John
John, try to blow that baby up for me, but only on a fish :).
Enjoy the ride buddy and thanks for doing this.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on September 02, 2016, 05:07:42 PM
Just checking any update on the Tanks travels? Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on September 02, 2016, 06:53:33 PM
The Tank is currently with me trying to get a trip in NC before I send back to Dominic in a couple weeks. He graciously let me hold a bit longer since both my Fla trip and two NC trips got deep-sixed for business or weather reasons....trying not to send it back with a skunk picture in the journal and I'm not about to catch a catfish on it!!!!! (though the world record blue was caught in my lake a few miles from me a couple years back...143lbs. plenty over a 100 in here)

Hope there is more soon!!

John
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mo65 on September 02, 2016, 08:00:24 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on September 02, 2016, 06:53:33 PM
Trying not to send it back with a skunk picture in the journal and I'm not about to catch a catfish on it!!!!!

ARE YOU KIDDIN'!?! Take that reel catfishin'...it would be an honor and good test for it to land a lunker blue!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on September 02, 2016, 09:20:20 PM
Mo, I follow your posts closely. Your fishery looks very much like the like the one I'm on....buggy for the junk down to tailrace.  I'm above the dam but fished below it for years and still do so occasionally; lots of stripers in both lakes also. The lower lake (Gaston) recently gave up two cats over a hundo in the same week. google "world record blue cat". It was caught off Goat Island; 8 miles up  lake from me and one of my best striper spots. I did put a 20-plus in boat last week.


John
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mo65 on September 02, 2016, 10:45:11 PM
Heck yeah brother...take that Tank and go get some slime on it! Even if you don't hook up, at least it will be documented that the Tank has been Catfeeshin'!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on September 02, 2016, 10:51:55 PM
Ok....we're gonna e pact a report and photo by Tuesday..... ;D.....tight lines brother.....Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Indyfisher on September 20, 2016, 02:55:07 PM
Alright the suspense is killing me. Updates and pictures please!?  ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on September 20, 2016, 02:56:54 PM
The Tank is heading back to Dominick; sorry to say that both of my trips cancelled so I will indeed report a goose egg in the logbook :(

Next up: not sure if Dominick will use it himself or Wayne will splash in Mexico.....TBC....
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mhc on September 21, 2016, 03:09:49 AM
You can't help bad luck. At least you weren't the first duck John, hopefully we will be the only two.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on September 21, 2016, 03:28:34 AM
My trip and Wayne's trip overlap.  I will be going 10/24/2016 to 10/31.  He is going sometime around the 28th and is going out the Pacific side to Magdalena Bay.  I will be in San Jose del Cabo on the Sea of Cortez side.  So I will let him have it.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 04, 2016, 09:15:14 PM
Dominick, the Tank is on way back; check your PM. I tried to give it one last shot this weekend but weather sketchy again, and now there's a hurricane that will be in NC this weekend. So..... goose egg for me   :'(

Wayne, the Tank is well rested as I wasn't able to even get it on a rod, so kick butt!!!!!!

John
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on October 05, 2016, 02:43:53 AM
Quote from: thorhammer on October 04, 2016, 09:15:14 PM
Wayne, the Tank is well rested as I wasn't able to even get it on a rod, so kick butt!!!!!!

John

John,

So glad the Tank has enjoyed the R&R time in North Carolina, but it's time to get to work!
Planning for Mag Bag is in full swing, and based on MarkT's Report, Thetis Bank is rock'n with Wahoo!!  And I Say "WAH...  HOO!!!"

Planning for LOTS of photos, will post when I return from the trip after Nov. 6.

Wish me luck, FISH ON!

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on October 06, 2016, 03:00:44 AM
Good Luck Wayne!

Mark
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on October 06, 2016, 03:36:07 AM
Good Mojo Wayne. ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on October 06, 2016, 04:57:31 AM
Luck wished..... ;D   Kill some fish brother....Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 13, 2016, 07:13:18 PM
Dom, can you confirm TANK delivery?

J
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 13, 2016, 09:41:56 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on October 13, 2016, 07:13:18 PM
Dom, can you confirm TANK delivery?

J
John, several times I went to the computer to report that the tank had arrived.  I then got caught up in something else on the site and promptly forgot to acknowledge that I had received the tank.  It is now in the hands of Wayne (El Pescador) to be used on his trip to Magdalena Bay at the end of this month.  He has the log book also.  Let me know if you want to give it another try I'll put you on schedule.  That goes for anyone else who wants to put a hurting on the tank.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on October 18, 2016, 12:16:27 AM
Stopped by Dominick's to pick up the Tank, but NOT before he had me sign some kind of legal document before releasing the Tank into my care and custody, but here it is!!

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_6_48_56_33628288.jpeg)

The Tank looks to be in great shape for my Mag Bay trip, we leave Oct. 28 back on Nov. 5,  I'll text Dominick when something big happens, and post it all when I return.

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_6_50_19_336291567.jpeg)

Nos vemos más tarde, en el camino ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on October 18, 2016, 01:33:19 AM
Still a beauty queen.

mark
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Tightlines667 on October 18, 2016, 01:51:58 AM
Lol

:D :D :'( :D :D

Good stuff
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 18, 2016, 02:43:11 PM
Tight lines Wayne! Our fishing at the coast may be jacked up for a while due the Matthew fresh water flowing into the coast....flooding just starting to recede in some areas. Our lake rose 9 feet in a couple of days.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on October 18, 2016, 10:22:23 PM
Give it a workout Wayne, it can take it! ;)
Have a great time out there!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 19, 2016, 01:10:07 AM
Hey you never signed the indemnity agreement.  Actually I'm not worried there is nothing in Mag Bay that can put a hurting on The Tank.  :D dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on November 13, 2016, 05:06:36 PM
To quote Chucky, "I'm BACK!!!!"    from our 60th Birthday Wild & Remote trip to Magdalena Bay,

Where is that location in the world????  I"ll show you, Magdalena Bay is the large bay on the left side of the NASA photo.

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_6_56_35_336311961.jpeg)

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_6_57_39_33632983.jpeg)

We flew into Los Cabos International Airport, near Cabo San Lucas, then drove the 315 miles to Puerto Lopez Mateos, and Google Maps has it at 5 hours & 45 minutes, I WILL Dispute that the sharp & well-educated engineers who write the algorithms.  It is closer to 7+ hours.  All due to road construction.  Most of the paved highway was not available and we had to run on a DIRT ROAD next to the unused highway. 

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_03_16_336372228.jpeg)

And here is the reel arsenal for the trip, the TANK and Bryan's 6/0 narrow TIB frame reel

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_6_58_00_33633136.jpeg)

I also brought these reels, but more on them in another post.  Penn 450SS & Penn 750SS spinners.   Great reels I might add!!!!

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_6_58_23_336342176.jpeg)

Before we even get thru the TSA Grid, TSA wanted to open and look at my fishing bag, they flagged the TANK and my reel repair kit, the tablespoon of REEL-X I had in a small container.

But before the Boeing 37 Delta Flight 624 outbound from Sacramento to Santa Ana left the ground, it was topped off with grade A Jet Fuel, we thought we do the same!  Bloody Mary's at 6am, and BTW, John (thorhammer) the bartender LOVED your line, "You can't drank all day if you don't start..."

BTW, this is my buddy Jerry, we grew up together and have been fishing since age 7!

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_01_59_336362134.jpeg)

And here is the guy who put this entire trip together, Felipe Valdez, he works at the Buena Vista Resort on the East Cape.  A Great Guy, fluent in English, and a well planned trip because of him!!!

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_05_55_336391070.jpeg)

We start the drive to Thetis Bank, but after 45 minutes gave up due to 22-25 NW knot winds with gusts to 30 knots,  Just plain messy out there

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_08_19_33642499.jpeg)

During the 45 minute troll, we did catch one 25 lbs. Dorado, but with 5 rods out Dominick, the chance of catching one fish on the TANK was less than 50 percent  ;D

But what was funny, when the deckhand was prepping the TANK for fishing, he leaned into me while rolling the 200 lbs. mono between his fingers and asked, "Did your friend catch that whale he was after?"    John (thorhammer) nothing like getting dry shaved from 8,000 miles, isn't IT!!!!!!

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_07_15_33640239.jpeg)

The small hotel we stayed at in Puerto Lopez Mateos had WONDERFUL food!
(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_13_43_336451185.jpeg)

Our hostess, Maria, and her Granddaughter!

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_10_37_336431668.jpeg)

The food was excellent and plentiful.

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_16_35_33651239.jpeg)

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_12_13_336442469.jpeg)

And breakfast!!!!  I'd be in for just the beans and tortillas!!!!   THE BEST I've ever had!!!

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_14_09_336461439.jpeg)

Did we stay here for 5 days and enjoyed inshore fishing, and I will post on that later, the star of that show was the Penn 450SS I purchased from Topshot off this site, and sent it to Sal for his expert work.    The next half of the trip was in La Paz, more of the corporate side of Wild & Remote - the Costa Baja Resort

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_17_54_336541911.jpeg)

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_17_30_336532285.jpeg)

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_16_10_33650870.jpeg)

Man, the places I have to travel for you all to enjoy these photos!!!!!! ::)

ONE entire day trolling the warm waters off La Paz for this small Dorado, which was split between our panga Captain and us.
Again, 4 rods out, catching one Dorado, low chance it would be the TANK, so sorry for that.  We did catch 20+ Skipjack & Bonito, but I did not want to take a photo of BAIT fish with the TANK.

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_15_50_336471530.jpeg)

(https://alantani.com/gallery/33/7588_03_11_20_7_15_54_33648227.jpeg)

We are already planning our 62th Birthday trip,    

Wayne







Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: swill88 on November 13, 2016, 05:39:49 PM

Great report Wayne...

We want more!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Cortez_Conversions on November 13, 2016, 06:29:01 PM
Looks like you had a great time Wayne. Looking forward to the inshore report!
Tom
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on November 13, 2016, 06:33:34 PM
Nice photo's Wayne.
It sure looks nice there.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on November 13, 2016, 10:08:07 PM
Nice, Wayne! My buddy Jim coined the phrase right before we went out of Cozumel, with a Bloody, and he caught the first white marlin of their season last April.

I cannot take credit for the leader, regrettably I didn't even get Tank on a rod; that topshot came form Dominic's weed eater.....
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: steelfish on November 13, 2016, 10:16:13 PM
Skipjack and bonita is bait fish?
Not worthy for a foto on the tank?

Geesh, I need to stop posting pics of corvinas on the Baja Special..

BTW, great pics and terrific times
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 13, 2016, 10:54:39 PM
Beautiful place and great report, Wayne. I'm glad you had a great time.

Thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on November 13, 2016, 11:08:08 PM
x2 - great report Wayne, thanks for sharing.
It's a little slice of paradise down there!
All the best, Justin
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on November 14, 2016, 02:33:11 AM
Justin, Sorry I missed you visiting family in Morro Bay, sounds like a great party at Alan's place for sure,
Mag Bay, WHAT a fishery!!!!!

Short update on a very future post,

50+ fish per rod per day!!!

I caught 15 species of fish on the Penn 450SS, WHAT a reel for the inshore!

For those of you who fish for Triggerfish, PLEASE tell me HOW they can eat a 6" shrimp when only two pencils will fit in their mouth???  Inquiring minds want to know....

More sooner than later,

Wayne

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 14, 2016, 05:46:53 PM
Quote from: El Pescador on November 14, 2016, 02:33:11 AM

For those of you who fish for Triggerfish, PLEASE tell me HOW they can eat a 6" shrimp when only two pencils will fit in their mouth???  Inquiring minds want to know....

Wayne
They take small bites.   ::) Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: steelfish on November 14, 2016, 06:21:41 PM
Quote from: El Pescador on November 14, 2016, 02:33:11 AM
For those of you who fish for Triggerfish, PLEASE tell me HOW they can eat a 6" shrimp when only two pencils will fit in their mouth???  Inquiring minds want to know....

if you are asking how to fish for triggers with 6" shrimp, well first you have to cut the shrimp on small pieces of 3/4" or 1" max, then put them on 1/0 or 2/0 hooks not bigger than that, make a two loops on your terminal rig and thats it, if you ever get two big triggerfish on the same line get ready for some serious fight.



if the question was how they can eat 6" shrimp with their small mounths, then Dominick already gave the answer

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on December 17, 2016, 09:33:36 PM
Where's Tank now?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 18, 2016, 06:05:26 AM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on December 17, 2016, 09:33:36 PM
Where's Tank now?
Sitting on my work bench.  I don't have anyone scheduled.  It's getting into winter now and fishing here slows down.  I'm not going to Cabo until next June.  If anyone wants to put a hurting on it big game fishing let me know.  I'm waiting for Striper Lou to create the perfect knob for it.  That doesn't mean I won't ship it out if someone wants to use it.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on December 18, 2016, 01:23:19 PM
Oh that's gonna look sweet on the Tank!!!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on December 21, 2016, 12:52:07 AM
I just read all 16 pages ( so far ) of this thread . . . "INCREDIBLE" is the only word that come to mind !

Tight Lines & MERRY CHRISTMAS !!!

(https://www.finlandtours.fi/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/santa-elf-fishing-summer-rovaniemi-2.jpg)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 05, 2017, 11:12:31 PM
Here is the Tank with a new look thanks to Lou's great work.  John (Thorhammer) wants to use the Tank in May.  I want to use it in June.  Any takers after that?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on February 05, 2017, 11:22:55 PM
That looks good Dominick. Good job Lou!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mo65 on February 05, 2017, 11:27:44 PM
   The Tank looks grand Dominick! Great report Wayne! 8)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on February 05, 2017, 11:50:14 PM
Dominick!

I was just at your home dealing with the micro Torx screwdriver set issue,

and WITH ALL DUE RESPECT my Friend,

these photos DO NOT capture the deep luster and beauty of the new red acrylic handle.  Sorry, but it doesn't.

Everyone, the Tank REALLY looks GREAT with the new red handle, BELIEVE YOU ME!!!!

Wayne

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on February 06, 2017, 02:00:50 PM
Whoa Nelly! May have to think up something special here!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: steelfish on February 06, 2017, 06:01:02 PM
Quote from: Dominick on February 05, 2017, 11:12:31 PM
Here is the Tank with a new look thanks to Lou's great work.  John (Thorhammer) wants to use the Tank in May.  I want to use it in June.  Any takers after that?  Dominick


its looks really awesome right now, but IMHPO and not because its needed to work better or not, but I would get some red sideplates from Tom, some lug blanks from Lee, the new shift lever from Ted and make this reel a living example of what AT.com guys can do for the almighty 113h reel.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on February 06, 2017, 11:13:41 PM
So the only thing I see as far as improvement to the tank,is maybe only an issue with me and that is torque reeling at heavy drags , so love the offset handle, even more i like my Jon spiral wrap phenix blank does an amazing job at this especially at high high drags these reels produce. rods are tuff to ship and keep intact as loaner, but an offset handle from this site would be cool, that handle is custom. I guess you guys are all studs with forearms like Popeye, on that fore grip keeps it from twisting.

mark

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on February 08, 2017, 04:15:51 AM
With all that "BLING", it looks like it's time for the sideplates to go next !

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 08, 2017, 04:57:15 AM
Quote from: steelfish on February 06, 2017, 06:01:02 PM
Quote from: Dominick on February 05, 2017, 11:12:31 PM
Here is the Tank with a new look thanks to Lou's great work.  John (Thorhammer) wants to use the Tank in May.  I want to use it in June.  Any takers after that?  Dominick


its looks really awesome right now, but IMHPO and not because its needed to work better or not, but I would get some red sideplates from Tom, some lug blanks from Lee, the new shift lever from Ted and make this reel a living example of what AT.com guys can do for the almighty 113h reel.
I got a new shift lever coming from Ted.  That is all I am going to do to it.  Dominick
Quote from: anglingarchitect on February 06, 2017, 11:13:41 PM
I guess you guys are all studs with forearms like Popeye, on that fore grip keeps it from twisting.

mark
You wanna arm wrestle???  ;D Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on February 08, 2017, 03:54:46 PM
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y122/anglingarchitect/IMG_0832_zpspqjzuszr.jpg) (http://s4.photobucket.com/user/anglingarchitect/media/IMG_0832_zpspqjzuszr.jpg.html)

Not really feeling the arm wrestling right now, normally i would be all over it Dominick. ;D

Only a week out of total shoulder replacement.

Mark
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 08, 2017, 05:54:32 PM
Mark under these circumstances let's arm wrestle for money.   :D :D Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: swill88 on February 08, 2017, 06:11:11 PM
Quote from: Dominick on February 08, 2017, 05:54:32 PM
Mark under these circumstances let's arm wrestle for money.   :D :D Dominick

now that's funny! 
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 08, 2017, 06:16:15 PM
That is pretty cool looking set of staples.  I had an operation where they too 10% of my liver.  My stomach area looked like a giant zipper.  It is amazing what the docs do nowadays.  Get well.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on February 08, 2017, 06:55:23 PM
Quote from: Dominick on February 08, 2017, 04:57:15 AM
Quote from: steelfish on February 06, 2017, 06:01:02 PM
Quote from: Dominick on February 05, 2017, 11:12:31 PM
Here is the Tank with a new look thanks to Lou's great work.  John (Thorhammer) wants to use the Tank in May.  I want to use it in June.  Any takers after that?  Dominick


its looks really awesome right now, but IMHPO and not because its needed to work better or not, but I would get some red sideplates from Tom, some lug blanks from Lee, the new shift lever from Ted and make this reel a living example of what AT.com guys can do for the almighty 113h reel.
I got a new shift lever coming from Ted.  That is all I am going to do to it.  Dominick
Quote from: anglingarchitect on February 06, 2017, 11:13:41 PM
I guess you guys are all studs with forearms like Popeye, on that fore grip keeps it from twisting.

mark
You wanna arm wrestle???  ;D Dominick


Dominick maybe. Sal, not no but hell no.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on February 08, 2017, 07:13:46 PM
Quote from: Dominick on February 08, 2017, 04:57:15 AM

I got a new shift lever coming from Ted.  That is all I am going to do to it.  Dominick
Dominick

Nice, RED sideplate from CORTEZ !!!

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on February 08, 2017, 07:26:48 PM
Quote from: Dominick on February 08, 2017, 05:54:32 PM
Mark under these circumstances let's arm wrestle for money.   :D :D Dominick

Good one Dominick.

In the spirit of fairness, this picture is in the mirror so this is my left arm and I'm right handed.

How much is the wagger?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on February 08, 2017, 10:59:08 PM
Hey I got a bottle of scotch on ...... ahh ohh maybe  ???....well I have a bottle of scotch  ;D    Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 09, 2017, 12:30:32 AM
Quote from: anglingarchitect on February 08, 2017, 07:26:48 PM
Quote from: Dominick on February 08, 2017, 05:54:32 PM
Mark under these circumstances let's arm wrestle for money.   :D :D Dominick

Good one Dominick.

In the spirit of fairness, this picture is in the mirror so this is my left arm and I'm right handed.

How much is the wagger?
My dog is not for sale.  You can't fool me that's a right arm so you name the wager.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on February 09, 2017, 02:18:00 AM
maybe i will be healed up by the time Dominick goes to Cabo, we could wrestle there!

We could bet on the fishing too.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 09, 2017, 02:21:58 AM
You have until mid June to get back in shape.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: anglingarchitect on February 09, 2017, 03:09:23 AM
Joe you want in on the action?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: wallacewt on February 11, 2017, 01:02:59 AM
he is away for 2 weeeks
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 20, 2017, 08:58:04 PM
Just packed the Tank and put it in the mail to John (Thorhammer).  Ted donated an eccentric handle for the tank.  He told me to be quiet about it but he deserves attention for his generosity to many members on this site.  Here are a couple of photos of the Tank looking very fashionable.  Dominick
(http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd459/lmdl4law/THE%20TANK/P1000335_zpslkk6hqek.jpg) (http://s1220.photobucket.com/user/lmdl4law/media/THE%20TANK/P1000335_zpslkk6hqek.jpg.html)
(http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd459/lmdl4law/THE%20TANK/P1000334_zpskb97uaj6.jpg) (http://s1220.photobucket.com/user/lmdl4law/media/THE%20TANK/P1000334_zpskb97uaj6.jpg.html)
(http://i1220.photobucket.com/albums/dd459/lmdl4law/THE%20TANK/P1000333_zps7825qpwg.jpg) (http://s1220.photobucket.com/user/lmdl4law/media/THE%20TANK/P1000333_zps7825qpwg.jpg.html)
Now that I look at the photos I think I should have put the nylon washer under the handle.  Ted, did I screw up?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on April 20, 2017, 09:21:35 PM
Oh that's a sexy beast. Dominik I'll stick a washer under there. Thanks my man! I'll put a carbon fiber under gear too for good measure.  I know that guy in Philly put some McMaster Carr crap under there  ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on April 20, 2017, 09:47:24 PM
Looking good., don't worry about Ted, eventually he'll tell everyone on this site not to mention it, he's not done his rounds yet. ;D
John, don't mess with that washer and good luck with the Tank :), do check the sideway movement, some  here litke to keep things tight ::) ;).
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: STRIPER LOU on April 20, 2017, 09:58:30 PM
Dominick, I like the extra large knob size on the tank! The red material is very popular and always sold out. Great choice!
.............  Lou
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on April 20, 2017, 10:44:28 PM
Lou I'll take two reds when you can. 4.5" if you can. Even the oversized blue ones got lost in these sausages.

No way I'm opening the Tank. That's like touching up a Picasso with a tractor supply rattle can in Deere green..
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 20, 2017, 10:50:14 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on April 20, 2017, 09:47:24 PM
Looking good., don't worry about Ted, eventually he'll tell everyone on this site not to mention it, he's not done his rounds yet. ;D
John, don't mess with that washer and good luck with the Tank :), do check the sideway movement, some  here like to keep things tight ::) ;).
Sal do you think I will ever live it down?  Now that I have your attention, how much side to side drift should the spool travel?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on April 20, 2017, 11:54:29 PM
Quote from: Dominick on April 20, 2017, 10:50:14 PMNow that I have your attention, how much side to side drift should the spool travel?  Dominick

.002973", exactly . . .  LOL ! ! !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on April 21, 2017, 12:02:24 AM
Quote from: ez2cdave on April 20, 2017, 11:54:29 PM
Quote from: Dominick on April 20, 2017, 10:50:14 PMNow that I have your attention, how much side to side drift should the spool travel?  Dominick

.002973", exactly . . .  LOL ! ! !

Based on field experience,

Dominick normally sets his reels at 0.2973" ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Your fish'n buddy!  Who's name is now MUD!

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on April 21, 2017, 01:50:58 AM
Quote from: Dominick on April 20, 2017, 10:50:14 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on April 20, 2017, 09:47:24 PM
Looking good., don't worry about Ted, eventually he'll tell everyone on this site not to mention it, he's not done his rounds yet. ;D
John, don't mess with that washer and good luck with the Tank :), do check the sideway movement, some  here like to keep things tight ::) ;).
Sal do you think I will ever live it down?  Now that I have your attention, how much side to side drift should the spool travel?  Dominick
Just messing with you old man, you know I love you. :-*
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on April 21, 2017, 04:12:44 AM
I'd say that the next improvement to the "Tank" should be a set of Tom's, Cortez plates in red.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on April 21, 2017, 06:00:32 AM
The Tank is Stylin' and Profilin' with Lou's knob addition.
John, It is time to represent the capability of the one and only original Tank.
Made by the one and only Obi-Wan Pennobi.
It is in your Hands.
If you touch any presets. knobs, levers or washers. You will be Chastised.
This reel is almost Biblical in the chronicles of alantani com.
Make us proud my brother! ;)
No pressure. :D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 21, 2017, 08:10:12 PM
Quote from: RowdyW on April 21, 2017, 04:12:44 AM
I'd say that the next improvement to the "Tank" should be a set of Tom's, Cortez plates in red.
Naw!  The Tank could probably handle 50lbs of drag as is.  Though, I could not hold that much drag.  Although, it would be fun to see how much more drag it could take.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on April 22, 2017, 01:16:46 AM
Quote from: Dominick on April 21, 2017, 08:10:12 PM
Quote from: RowdyW on April 21, 2017, 04:12:44 AM
I'd say that the next improvement to the "Tank" should be a set of Tom's, Cortez plates in red.
Naw!  The Tank could probably handle 50lbs of drag as is.  Though, I could not hold that much drag.  Although, it would be fun to see how much more drag it could take.  Dominick
Maybe it's time for a second generation "Tank" build.          Rudy
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on April 22, 2017, 01:41:33 AM
Quote from: RowdyW on April 22, 2017, 01:16:46 AM
Quote from: Dominick on April 21, 2017, 08:10:12 PM
Quote from: RowdyW on April 21, 2017, 04:12:44 AM
I'd say that the next improvement to the "Tank" should be a set of Tom's, Cortez plates in red.
Naw!  The Tank could probably handle 50lbs of drag as is.  Though, I could not hold that much drag.  Although, it would be fun to see how much more drag it could take.  Dominick
Maybe it's time for a second generation "Tank" build.          Rudy
Go for it Rudy, you got my blessings. ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: swill88 on April 22, 2017, 02:41:05 AM
Quote from: ez2cdave on April 20, 2017, 11:54:29 PM
Quote from: Dominick on April 20, 2017, 10:50:14 PMNow that I have your attention, how much side to side drift should the spool travel?  Dominick

.002973", exactly . . .  LOL ! ! !

I don't read Czech Dave... What's that number in metric? :D

Steve

bty... love seeing the tank's evolution in pictures. Thanks!

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on April 22, 2017, 06:55:21 PM
Quote from: swill88 on April 22, 2017, 02:41:05 AM
Quote from: ez2cdave on April 20, 2017, 11:54:29 PM
Quote from: Dominick on April 20, 2017, 10:50:14 PMNow that I have your attention, how much side to side drift should the spool travel?  Dominick

.002973", exactly . . .  LOL ! ! !

I don't read Czech Dave... What's that number in metric? :D

Steve

bty... love seeing the tank's evolution in pictures. Thanks!



Steve,

Apologies . . .  Here is the metric value   .002973" = 0.0755142 mm

PS - I don't speak Czech either - LOL !

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on April 22, 2017, 07:17:24 PM
A Russian scientist and a Czechoslovakian scientist had spent their whole lives studying the majestic grizzly bear.  The Russian and the Czech were given cell phones and told to report in each day to the ranger station.

For several days they called in, and then nothing was heard from the two scientists. The rangers mounted a search party and found the scientists' camp completely ravaged. There was no sign of the missing men.

They then followed the trail of a male and a female bear. They found the female and decided they must kill the animal to find out if she had eaten the scientists, because they feared an international incident. They killed the female and cut open the bear's stomach and, sure enough, found the remains of the Russian.

One ranger turned to the other and said, "You know what this means, don't you?"

"Of course," the other ranger nodded. "The Czech is in the male."   ;D ;D ;D ;D Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on April 23, 2017, 10:53:24 AM
Owwwww.   


Btw the Eagle has landed in NC
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on April 23, 2017, 06:32:37 PM
One ranger turned to the other and said, "You know what this means, don't you?"

"Of course," the other ranger nodded. "The Czech is in the male."   ;D ;D ;D ;D Dominick



I should have seen that one coming  ;D ;D   Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on April 24, 2017, 01:54:51 AM
Quote from: Dominick on April 22, 2017, 07:17:24 PM
A Russian scientist and a Czechoslovakian scientist had spent their whole lives studying the majestic grizzly bear.  The Russian and the Czech were given cell phones and told to report in each day to the ranger station.

For several days they called in, and then nothing was heard from the two scientists. The rangers mounted a search party and found the scientists' camp completely ravaged. There was no sign of the missing men.

They then followed the trail of a male and a female bear. They found the female and decided they must kill the animal to find out if she had eaten the scientists, because they feared an international incident. They killed the female and cut open the bear's stomach and, sure enough, found the remains of the Russian.

One ranger turned to the other and said, "You know what this means, don't you?"

"Of course," the other ranger nodded. "The Czech is in the male."   ;D ;D ;D ;D Dominick

I actually enjoyed that little chuckle . . . LOL !

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on April 28, 2017, 01:48:05 PM
The Tank and I have a date tomorrow....
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on April 28, 2017, 01:50:05 PM
ya caint Tank all day if you don't start....
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on April 28, 2017, 05:33:28 PM
Looking forward to the report John.
Good luck! ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on April 28, 2017, 05:58:34 PM
What no offshore satellite connection?  No on the water reporting? 
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mizmo67 on April 28, 2017, 10:51:09 PM
Should be a fun day! Look at that water.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on April 29, 2017, 12:21:03 AM
I fly down in the morning.  That's a google shot. Mo thanks for the parts. That was my Slammer 360 spool you sent last week for my backup with fluoro and all the nuts fir new Strikemaster clamps.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on April 29, 2017, 12:07:36 PM
Me and the Tank are boarding for Out Islands. I had to laugh when the tsa dude tried to pick up my reel bag with one hand. He thought it was stuck on the conveyor.

Learning: I packed Reels and laptop in cooler bag as carry on.  The foil lining blacks out x ray so you will have to unpack for inspection. FYI
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on April 29, 2017, 12:16:12 PM
Can't wait for the full report...no pressure ;)
Have a great time John, take lots of pics for us.



Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on May 02, 2017, 11:00:32 AM
Today I get the bigger boat for the week. Here's a little view though
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on May 03, 2017, 12:43:20 AM
You better cover up that noggin'. :D
Looks amazing.
I righted that pic for ya.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on May 03, 2017, 06:06:00 PM
Thanks I knew you would!!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on May 03, 2017, 06:24:54 PM
Hey John you are supposed to angle the camera to show the Tank not just the fish.  ;)  Nice fish.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Tightlines667 on May 03, 2017, 06:27:00 PM
Nice :)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on May 03, 2017, 06:36:29 PM
Dom no loctite in handle. Binding screw came out fortunately I was reeling in. Got the knob but need screw. Will switch off to Alan's 5/0
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on May 03, 2017, 07:20:56 PM
Nice Dorado!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on May 03, 2017, 08:59:44 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on May 03, 2017, 06:36:29 PM
Dom no loctite in handle. Binding screw came out fortunately I was reeling in. Got the knob but need screw. Will switch off to Alan's 5/0
Arrrgh!  Sorry about that.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on May 03, 2017, 09:24:14 PM
Nice Do-Do John!
This is the second time the knob comes lose on the Tank while in action, I'm thinking Blue loctite isn't cutting it, we might need to go with Red :-\

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on May 03, 2017, 10:02:34 PM
Sal knob can be solved but freespool on the Tank is fantastic. I'm gonna surf fish with it and put in some STP in the beatings to make it castable like a Suiddef 😎🕺🏼😆
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: STRIPER LOU on May 03, 2017, 10:44:45 PM
Sal, you are correct on the loctite.  Blue is almost minimal and in my installation guide, stronger is recommended for heavy usage. Its extremely important to clean the inner and outer threads before putting a few drops of loctite.

Its also important that the hole in the handle not be to large. If you are going to use the red, you made consider a few drops up near the head end of the screw. If you cover all the threads it will take heat and thensum to remove it!  ;D  >:(

This stuff works especially well if you've ever tried to disassemble and Accurate knob and handle. They take it on step further and use a locktite primer! Mega strong!

If you have any questions, please refer to my simple installation guide for Acrylics or contact me.

Regard's,  ..  Lou

PS although I did recommend something stronger for heavy users I would stay away from any of the bearing fits grades of Loctite. From previous experience, the only way to remove using theses grades of Loctite are with a torch. Red would be a more logical choice.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on May 09, 2017, 03:08:35 PM
A few pics; back to work and no time for full report just yet. Only two of us on boat at the time and the waves had gotten pretty sporty, so only time for a quick snap and into the cooler...no picturesque staging with the Tank in photo as we like. Plus, no billy on the rented boat, so between bouncing deck and frisky fish we had to get done and back into the water efficiently.  the 24' CC with outriggers I wanted seemed to be very capable of hauling the family with small kids around that I saw in waterway....I had to settle for a 22'. We were on a very small cay, Spanish Wells, on St.Georges Island. As far I could tell there were only four boats over 20 feet for rent on the island; the other two being old 20 and 22 Mako's with bimini tops...not for my brand offshore fishing. 

It would seem that most serious traveling fisherman hire a guide in that neck of woods, so the rental boats, being rental boats, had some deficiencies vs. how I roll...as expected. We could've done that, but my whole mission was to prove I could a pack my own offshore kit to a remote place with no local intel and put meast on the table. I tried to plan for that as best possible by setting up two six foot tables for prep and winnowing through everything I would like to take, and doing a full load out. Hung 100 lb scale and worked backward to my 48 lb target. initial load out was 56 lbs....so some stuff had to go. I knew I wouldn't have downriggers so packed planer board, being lighter than lead trolling weights, to get deep. I knew I wouldn't have desired outriggers so planned to fish two rods on the spread holders in T-Top....however when we got the boat the TTop designer clearly wasn't a fisherman and there weren't any...In any case here are a few pics; I will fully detail the trip in my separate trip report....what worked, what didn't, and separate non-Tank related pics. The Tank also cranked in several barracudas, which were overly plentiful, giving the fine reel no more resistance than a Redfin.
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Post by: thorhammer on May 31, 2017, 12:01:55 AM
Dominic, I have a shot at wahoo and mahi Friday and want to put the Tank on the job, unless you need it this week. I thought I sent you a PM but may not have gon through from my phone. I will photodocument and get it back on its way early next week unless I hear from you differently.

Lou, can you send Dominic the post screw hardware? PM me how much and I will shoot a check out.

I will move one of Alan's Kokelar 5/0's over for this trip.

Thanks!
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Post by: STRIPER LOU on May 31, 2017, 12:20:04 AM
Dominick, do you have the extra screws and washers I sent with your knob?  I always supply an extra set. If not PM me your address and I'll get a set off to you.

Have a great evening,  ..  Lou
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Post by: Dominick on May 31, 2017, 01:10:18 AM
Quote from: thorhammer on May 31, 2017, 12:01:55 AM
Dominic, I have a shot at wahoo and mahi Friday and want to put the Tank on the job, unless you need it this week. I thought I sent you a PM but may not have gon through from my phone. I will photodocument and get it back on its way early next week unless I hear from you differently.

Lou, can you send Dominic the post screw hardware? PM me how much and I will shoot a check out.

I will move one of Alan's Kokelar 5/0's over for this trip.

Thanks!
John go for it.  I don't leave for Baja until the 13th.  Dominick
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Post by: thorhammer on June 03, 2017, 03:04:49 PM
SCORE!!!! Blackfin sashimi, courtesy of The Tank, fishing bridled planer and red / black Islander Jr  / ballyhoo combo, 55 miles off Carolina Beach. More pics coming
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Post by: swill88 on June 03, 2017, 05:32:28 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on June 03, 2017, 03:04:49 PM
SCORE!!!! Blackfin sashimi, courtesy of The Tank, fishing bridled planer and red / black Islander Jr  / ballyhoo combo, 55 miles off Carolina Beach. More pics coming

nice fish nice reel nice deck
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Post by: Bill B on June 03, 2017, 07:20:44 PM
That's a money shot...Good job brother.....Bill
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Post by: Alto Mare on June 04, 2017, 01:19:43 AM
Wat to go John, you were determined to getting it done and did it.
Godd Job!

Sal
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Post by: Dominick on June 04, 2017, 01:30:37 AM
I'm waiting for more pics.  ::)  Dominick
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Post by: troutman561 on June 04, 2017, 11:18:53 PM
So does anyone have The Tank reserved for October? Assuming the weather holds I do an annual 24-36 hour trip out of Destin. Did really well on grouper last year and this year we will be chasing wahoo/swords/deep Warsaw and gag grouper. Weather permitting of course and fall is always hit or miss but if available I'd love to fish the tank side by side with the 114 I modded from the info on this site. Here are some pics from the last 2 trips. My friend Si continues to hold the title of catching the biggest fish each time so I might have to have him take a crack at it. He is the one with the big red and Warsaw. It isa damn shame that with these insane federal rules that the red snapper was out of season and we watched it float away as it had to be released :(
(https://preview.ibb.co/hktO3F/IMG_3032.jpg) (https://ibb.co/bMpwOF)
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Post by: STRIPER LOU on June 05, 2017, 12:15:29 AM
Now that's some serious Fin's!

...........Lou
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Post by: Dominick on June 05, 2017, 12:28:43 AM
Great.  I love to keep the Tank moving.  Give me the dates in October.  I usually go back to Los Cabos the last week in October.  Also PM me your information.  Dominick
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Post by: troutman561 on June 05, 2017, 01:31:25 AM
Quote from: Dominick on June 05, 2017, 12:28:43 AM
Great.  I love to keep the Tank moving.  Give me the dates in October.  I usually go back to Los Cabos the last week in October.  Also PM me your information.  Dominick

Last year it was the first weekend of October but we are not sure yet. Waiting to hear from the group. Hopefully I will know soon. I will be in touch once I know.
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Post by: thorhammer on June 06, 2017, 08:15:10 PM
Dominick, Tank on its way. Tracking is in your PM. There was no cover on it when received this time so I sent it back with one. Stripped off appx. 100 yds and rewound through a freshwater rinse after cleaning spool flanges. Final wipe with Penn cleaner. Checked under stand foot; grease is good. NOTE: The handle and Lou's knob are in separate ziplocs; the Tank is bubble wrapped. Don't chuck the box and leave your handle in it, lol. Will post the boat pics when my buddy sends to me. I'll send you a write-up and you can staple into log book when it turns up.

Thank you for the opportunity at redemption!

John
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Post by: Dominick on June 07, 2017, 02:19:47 AM
Redemption is not complete until you say 5 hail marys.  ::) Dominick
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Post by: Dominick on June 09, 2017, 01:27:39 AM
My friend Wayne el pescador was over the house when I packed up the tank to send to John Thorhammer.  I mentioned that I could not find the log to send along.  He did not say anything.  Okay I figured it would turn up some day.  Guess where it was?  BTW Wayne should have covered his bases and asked me not to bust him online.   ::)  Dominick

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Post by: thorhammer on June 09, 2017, 01:41:26 AM
He asked me not to and I agreed, pending a CD of our salmon trip. He's sending it to me and I will annotate accordingly.

Counselor, would you prefer I hold it until you return from Cabo so it doesn't sit in your mailbox or wherever for a bit?
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Post by: El Pescador on June 09, 2017, 02:48:19 AM
JC!

I've got two of the best friends NO body ever wanted!

And I have just a little something for each of you two when I see both ;D

Now that the cards are on the table, YES the Tank log book is moving along!

To the community of fishermen on this site ....     we are good.

Wayne
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Post by: Shark Hunter on June 09, 2017, 05:33:55 AM
Bridal Shower?
You are so Busted! ;D
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Post by: Dominick on June 09, 2017, 08:04:32 PM
Quote from: Shark Hunter on June 09, 2017, 05:33:55 AM
Bridal Shower?
You are so Busted! ;D
;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Dominick on June 09, 2017, 08:05:11 PM
John send the log anytime.  Dominick
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Post by: ez2cdave on June 10, 2017, 01:10:25 PM
Quote from: Shark Hunter on June 09, 2017, 05:33:55 AM
Bridal Shower?
You are so Busted! ;D

"BANZAI" . . . LOL !

Tight Lines !
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Post by: El Pescador on June 10, 2017, 03:38:24 PM
YES You Knuckleheads out there!

A Bridal Shower for our Son's Fiance.

They are getting married on Sept. 30 - and my wife, Jennifer, gave Cheyenne a Bridal Shower last Sunday.

During the clean up after the party, I FOUND THE TANK LOG BOOK. ;D

You can see our unorganized and messy our home is - surprised I found it.

DONE.

Wayne

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Post by: ez2cdave on June 10, 2017, 11:27:16 PM
Quote from: El Pescador on June 10, 2017, 03:38:24 PM
YES You Knuckleheads out there!

A Bridal Shower for our Son's Fiance.

They are getting married on Sept. 30 - and my wife, Jennifer, gave Cheyenne a Bridal Shower last Sunday.

During the clean up after the party, I FOUND THE TANK LOG BOOK. ;D

You can see our unorganized and messy our home is - surprised I found it.

DONE.

Wayne

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Wayne,

Most important question . . . Does she like to fish ?

LOL !

Tight Lines !
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Post by: El Pescador on June 11, 2017, 01:23:42 PM
ex2cdave!

Interesting, she is from the western side of Oahu, grew up there all her life and two interesting things.

1)  She has NEVER fished! - but enjoys eating fish

2) NEVER swam in the ocean - too rough on the western side of Oahu.

But her soon-to-be-hubby is a fishing nut, just like his Dear old Dad!!!!

Either way, we are so very excited to have her as our Daughter-in-Law, or DIL as we call her.

Wayne
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Post by: ez2cdave on June 11, 2017, 05:57:19 PM
Quote from: El Pescador on June 11, 2017, 01:23:42 PM
ex2cdave!

Interesting, she is from the western side of Oahu, grew up there all her life and two interesting things.

1)  She has NEVER fished! - but enjoys eating fish

2) NEVER swam in the ocean - too rough on the western side of Oahu.

But her soon-to-be-hubby is a fishing nut, just like his Dear old Dad!!!!

Either way, we are so very excited to have her as our Daughter-in-Law, or DIL as we call her.

Wayne

Sounds like some "bridal training" is in order, before Wedding Day . . . LOL !

Tight Lines !
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Post by: Dominick on June 23, 2017, 07:46:13 PM
I arrived in San Jose del Cabo on Tuesday June 13, 2017.  I was happy to arrive.  The flights were on time and I met my fishing buddy Joe from New Jersey at the airport.  Both flights arrived within 5 minutes of each other.  Weather was in the low nineties and slightly humid.  We did not fish on Wednesday but scheduled a boat for Thursday.  We fished on Thursday to a mildly windy day.  Fishing in general was slow all over the area. 

Here is the Tank in all its glory with the Sea of Cortez as a background.

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Capitano Lupe sending out a rigged Ballyhoo.

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We hit onto a school of Wahoo and ended with 3 short strikes and one nice sized one lost at the boat.

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Here is Joe fighting the Wahoo that was lost at the boat.  The fish saw the shadow of the boat and made a last ditch run and threw the hook.

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Here is Coby the mate holding a trigger fish I caught.  These are good eating fish off the grill.

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We also caught several needle fish and a couple of snapper.

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Here I am fishing hard and soaking up some sun.

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It worked I caught this Snapper.

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We did not fish Friday as planned and then canceled Saturday because of 20 knot winds.  We fish Sunday with Ricardo Aripez on the Fati.  We specifically targeted Rooster Fish and fished the surf from his boat.  We had fun getting lots of hits and lost all of the fish except for a decent sized snapper.  We could see the snapper fighting with the Rooster fish over the Cabillito we were trolling.

Here we are getting bait off the bait boat.

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Here is Capitano Ricardo with the Snapper.

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Then me with the same fish.

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One of the Needle fish we caught.  We let the Needle fish go except for on big one.  One of the guys at the dock wanted it for ceviche. 


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We fished again on Monday with Capitano Lupe.  As I reported earlier the fishing was slow.  There were some scattered Tuna in the area but we only saw two at the dock.  The winds were coming from the southwest bringing cold water off the Pacific into the Sea of Cortez.  There was a lot of bait in the water so we tried to fish the bait balls for Dorado.  I hooked into one big Dorado.  Unfortunately the hit was on one of the boat rods and not the one with the Tank.

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Here we are back at the cutting tables at the marina.  This is at Puerto Los Cabo.  The locals still call the location La Playita.

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The fish cutter is Salvador.  He is a good man and I have worked with him over the years.

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Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on June 23, 2017, 08:09:34 PM
Dominick!

Excellent Report!!!

Joe is looking great!

What night next week are you cooking Dorado??? ;D

Welcome back,

Wayne
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Post by: alantani on June 23, 2017, 08:52:53 PM
nice report!!!!!!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on June 23, 2017, 09:40:28 PM
BTW I forgot to mention the rod that the Tank is attached to.  It is a jigging rod from Alan Chui (Black Pearl) that has a good spine.  There is enough flex and good stiffness to be able to turn fish.  Dominick
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Post by: Alto Mare on June 23, 2017, 11:39:53 PM
You did really good paesa', always something there to enjoy.
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Post by: Shark Hunter on June 23, 2017, 11:49:21 PM
Glad your back Safe Dominick and caught a fish or two.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on September 24, 2017, 02:03:18 AM
Wow! What a great thread. Came across it today and couldn't stop before I had gone through each post. I would love to give the TANK a really good taste of the Arabian Sea! I do my big game  November-December when the sea's calm enough for trips to the shelf. As far as I can see, The Tank is overdue for a really good hurting!  ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on September 26, 2017, 01:33:40 AM
Quote from: ijlal on September 24, 2017, 02:03:18 AM
Wow! What a great thread. Came across it today and couldn't stop before I had gone through each post. I would love to give the TANK a really good taste of the Arabian Sea! I do my big game  November-December when the sea's calm enough for trips to the shelf. As far as I can see, The Tank is overdue for a really good hurting!  ;D
Hello ijlal, if you are serious about using the Tank, please send me your address on a private message and I will ship it to you.

Best,
Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on September 27, 2017, 10:31:16 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on September 26, 2017, 01:33:40 AM
Quote from: ijlal on September 24, 2017, 02:03:18 AM
Wow! What a great thread. Came across it today and couldn't stop before I had gone through each post. I would love to give the TANK a really good taste of the Arabian Sea! I do my big game  November-December when the sea's calm enough for trips to the shelf. As far as I can see, The Tank is overdue for a really good hurting!  ;D
Hello ijlal, if you are serious about using the Tank, please send me your address on a private message and I will ship it to you.

Best,
Sal

Hi Sal,

Thank you so much for the offer! I am dead serious, but please give me a few days to decide if I'll be able to do justice to the Tank this season. I am currently very busy preparing for my first offshore trip of the season on Sunday, so should be able to decide by Monday or Tuesday. In the meantime, if someone else confirms he wants it, I really have no issues.

Best regards,
Ijlal
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Post by: Jenx on September 27, 2017, 10:49:09 PM
I wish I found this thread before photobucket ruined it.
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Post by: Crow on September 27, 2017, 11:24:40 PM
   There are a bunch of threads that they "ruined".
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bryan Young on September 27, 2017, 11:47:15 PM
If you access the website via google chrome, they have a photobucket plugin that will allow you to see the pictures.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on September 28, 2017, 12:30:03 AM
Quote from: Bryan Young on September 27, 2017, 11:47:15 PM
If you access the website via google chrome, they have a photobucket plugin that will allow you to see the pictures.

This is one valuable piece of information Bryan, thank you for letting us know!

Cheers,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on September 28, 2017, 12:53:22 PM
Quote from: ijlal on September 27, 2017, 10:31:16 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on September 26, 2017, 01:33:40 AM
Quote from: ijlal on September 24, 2017, 02:03:18 AM
Wow! What a great thread. Came across it today and couldn't stop before I had gone through each post. I would love to give the TANK a really good taste of the Arabian Sea! I do my big game  November-December when the sea's calm enough for trips to the shelf. As far as I can see, The Tank is overdue for a really good hurting!  ;D
Hello ijlal, if you are serious about using the Tank, please send me your address on a private message and I will ship it to you.

Best,
Sal

Hi Sal,

Thank you so much for the offer! I am dead serious, but please give me a few days to decide if I'll be able to do justice to the Tank this season. I am currently very busy preparing for my first offshore trip of the season on Sunday, so should be able to decide by Monday or Tuesday. In the meantime, if someone else confirms he wants it, I really have no issues.

Best regards,
Ijlal
Ijlal, thanks for getting back to me and please take your time. I'm hoping it will work out with your schedule.

Best,
Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rivverrat on September 28, 2017, 10:44:01 PM
I'd be up for trying the Tank for Big Cat's. Not this year though. Sal, if your OK with it maybe next spring? ....Jeff
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on September 28, 2017, 10:46:29 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on September 28, 2017, 12:53:22 PM
Quote from: ijlal on September 27, 2017, 10:31:16 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on September 26, 2017, 01:33:40 AM
Quote from: ijlal on September 24, 2017, 02:03:18 AM
Wow! What a great thread. Came across it today and couldn't stop before I had gone through each post. I would love to give the TANK a really good taste of the Arabian Sea! I do my big game  November-December when the sea's calm enough for trips to the shelf. As far as I can see, The Tank is overdue for a really good hurting!  ;D
Hello ijlal, if you are serious about using the Tank, please send me your address on a private message and I will ship it to you.

Best,
Sal

Hi Sal,

Thank you so much for the offer! I am dead serious, but please give me a few days to decide if I'll be able to do justice to the Tank this season. I am currently very busy preparing for my first offshore trip of the season on Sunday, so should be able to decide by Monday or Tuesday. In the meantime, if someone else confirms he wants it, I really have no issues.

Best regards,
Ijlal
Ijlal, thanks for getting back to me and please take your time. I'm hoping it will work out with your schedule.

Best,
Sal

Ijlal, if you want to use the Tank, let us know of a safe way to ship the Tank to Egypt.  I lived in Cairo years ago and the mail was not very dependable.  Also there was a problem with the addresses since a lot of buildings did not have a street address.  I had to use a general P.O. address in Cairo.  I just made reservations for Mexico for Nov. 9th to Nov. 16th.  There is a wahoo tournament on the 11th and all fish tournament on the 12th.  I can ship it to you when I return.  Please PM me shipping instructions.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on September 28, 2017, 10:56:37 PM
Quote from: Dominick on September 28, 2017, 10:46:29 PMIjlal, if you want to use the Tank, let us know of a safe way to ship the Tank to Egypt.  I lived in Cairo years ago and the mail was not very dependable.  Also there was a problem with the addresses since a lot of buildings did not have a street address.  I had to use a general P.O. address in Cairo.  I just made reservations for Mexico for Nov. 9th to Nov. 16th.  There is a wahoo tournament on the 11th and all fish tournament on the 12th.  I can ship it to you when I return.  Please PM me shipping instructions.  Dominick

Dominick,

Is there a way where the package can be held at the Post Office in Cairo, Ijlal could then be notified when it arrives, and pick it up in person, rather than relying on delivery ?

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on September 28, 2017, 11:19:06 PM
Dave the whole purpose of the last post was to ask Ijlal the safest way to ship.  If you have not been in the middle east you don't know what confusion is.  I don't know but when I was there the secret police used to come and bring me to the P.O.  Those were strange times.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on September 29, 2017, 12:51:58 AM
Quote from: Dominick on September 28, 2017, 11:19:06 PM
Dave the whole purpose of the last post was to ask Ijlal the safest way to ship.  If you have not been in the middle east you don't know what confusion is.  I don't know but when I was there the secret police used to come and bring me to the P.O.  Those were strange times.  Dominick

Hello Dominick,

That concern was among some of mine too; however, I do not live in Egypt. I live in Karachi, Pakistan. I have had tackle from the US shipped through USPS delivered to my home many times in the past. Once I ordered 4 reels from Tackle Direct - One 6/0 and three spinners. Never had a problem so far. Once I ordered fifty speed jigs from China that the customs people could not identify, and because of the quantity, they held them back and sent me a letter to visit them. I had to go pay the duty to clear them up and then they were delivered to me by post.

I know what you mean about the address problem in the Middle East. I have lived in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and always ordered stuff to my office address. Here in Pakistan, we have a well defined address system with postal code identical to your 5-digit Zip.

I do understand your concern, as the Tank must be worth a fortune. I had decided if I do ask for it, I would return it through a courier service, as international parcels sent through the Pakistan Post are known to take 3-4 weeks delivery time. Inbound packages from USPS have always been delivered to me in 7-10 days. I once had a packet delivered the fourth or fifth day!

Another concern I had was that I fish from local wooden boats that are rough and crude. I am apprehensive it might put a scratch or two on the tank, despite taking care of it. Not saying it will definitely get scratched, but that's a possibility.

Lastly, I would say do not send it unless you are completely comfortable with the idea.

Best regards,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: boon on September 29, 2017, 03:04:53 AM
Quote from: ijlal on September 29, 2017, 12:51:58 AM
Quote from: Dominick on September 28, 2017, 11:19:06 PM
Dave the whole purpose of the last post was to ask Ijlal the safest way to ship.  If you have not been in the middle east you don't know what confusion is.  I don't know but when I was there the secret police used to come and bring me to the P.O.  Those were strange times.  Dominick

Hello Dominick,

That concern was among some of mine too; however, I do not live in Egypt. I live in Karachi, Pakistan. I have had tackle from the US shipped through USPS delivered to my home many times in the past. Once I ordered 4 reels from Tackle Direct - One 6/0 and three spinners. Never had a problem so far. Once I ordered fifty speed jigs from China that the customs people could not identify, and because of the quantity, they held them back and sent me a letter to visit them. I had to go pay the duty to clear them up and then they were delivered to me by post.

I know what you mean about the address problem in the Middle East. I have lived in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and always ordered stuff to my office address. Here in Pakistan, we have a well defined address system with postal code identical to your 5-digit Zip.

I do understand your concern, as the Tank must be worth a fortune. I had decided if I do ask for it, I would return it through a courier service, as international parcels sent through the Pakistan Post are known to take 3-4 weeks delivery time. Inbound packages from USPS have always been delivered to me in 7-10 days. I once had a packet delivered the fourth or fifth day!

Another concern I had was that I fish from local wooden boats that are rough and crude. I am apprehensive it might put a scratch or two on the tank, despite taking care of it. Not saying it will definitely get scratched, but that's a possibility.

Lastly, I would say do not send it unless you are completely comfortable with the idea.

Best regards,
Ijlal

I think the spirit of the Tank is that it get used; while it is an object of engineering beauty it is no shelf reel - surely a couple of minor nicks and scratches will only add to it's character.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on September 29, 2017, 03:36:35 AM
Ijlal, I don't worry about scratches.  BTW I recognized the Lal name but I thought when you introduced yourself you said you were in Egypt.  It must have been someone else.  I expect that anyone using the Tank will treat it like a piece of their own equipment.  Scratches happen.  The rings are stainless steel made by Chris (Rothmar2).  If they get a little scratched I can buff them.  By all means please use it and enjoy it.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on September 29, 2017, 04:05:25 AM
You are a Gentleman and Scholar Dominick. ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on September 29, 2017, 06:39:57 PM
Thank you Dominick! Please rest assured I shall take care of your reel more than I take care of mine.

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Jenx on September 29, 2017, 06:52:19 PM
Quote from: Bryan Young on September 27, 2017, 11:47:15 PM
If you access the website via google chrome, they have a photobucket plugin that will allow you to see the pictures.

That was really helpful. Thank you. It's like a whole new thread for me now.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Crow on September 29, 2017, 07:37:52 PM
I agree !  A picture....sometimes...is worth a thousand words !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: oc1 on September 29, 2017, 08:55:01 PM
This travels-the-world thing is getting interesting.
-steve
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on September 29, 2017, 09:00:33 PM
Quote from: Shark Hunter on September 29, 2017, 04:05:25 AM
You are a Gentleman and Scholar Dominick. ;)
Who squealed???   :D  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on October 03, 2017, 10:48:47 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on September 26, 2017, 01:33:40 AM
Quote from: ijlal on September 24, 2017, 02:03:18 AM
Wow! What a great thread. Came across it today and couldn't stop before I had gone through each post. I would love to give the TANK a really good taste of the Arabian Sea! I do my big game  November-December when the sea's calm enough for trips to the shelf. As far as I can see, The Tank is overdue for a really good hurting!  ;D
Hello ijlal, if you are serious about using the Tank, please send me your address on a private message and I will ship it to you.

Best,
Sal

Okay folk, I am ready to fish the Tank on my offshore trips!  ;D

Let me clarify why I got interested in asking to borrow the Tank in the first place.

Without doubt, The Tank is a masterpiece and I would be honored to have fished with it, but this alone was not the main reason for asking for it. It was the thread itself that got me excited. I thought about the Tank traveling around the world, and ending up for some time in a country none would have thought of! Being part of this wonderful community, I thought I just might be able to add something significant to the Tank's 'Hall of Worldwide Fame'.

I have a minimum of 3-4 trips to the continental shelf planned in November and December and would love to substitute one of my 30 2-speeds with the Tank. Furthermore, I would be fishing every week from now till mid December, sometimes more than once a week, so let's see what contribution I can add to Tank's catches. I'll be shipping it back before 12/15 when I have to travel up country to attend my niece's wedding.

Sal, sending you a PM...

Cheers!
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: broadway on October 04, 2017, 01:55:51 AM
I've seen some of the monsters you pull in and know the tank is up to the task.  I'm looking forward to the photos and hearing your stories.
Go get 'em
Dom
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 04, 2017, 02:01:02 AM
Ijlal I have the Tank.  PM me with shipping information and I will send it to you.  You will be fishing more days than I so will defer to you.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on October 04, 2017, 02:49:49 AM
Dominick, I gave Ijlal that information a couple of hours earlier.
Quote from: Rivverrat on September 28, 2017, 10:44:01 PM
I'd be up for trying the Tank for Big Cat's. Not this year though. Sal, if your OK with it maybe next spring? ....Jeff
I don't see why not Jeff, but Dominick needs to agree.
I put the reel together using the custom parts we have available, well actually before the custom parts were available. The Tank started most on custom parts here.
It now belongs to Dominick, so he is the boss.
Thanks for the interest Jeff, it would be cool seeing it in action on some cats.

Best,

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: bhale1 on October 04, 2017, 04:09:53 AM
Wow!!! This thread just keeps getting better.... Can't wait for the next reports! Thanks Dominick for allowing this to happen! ....Pics please...
Brett
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on October 05, 2017, 02:15:45 AM
Quote from: Dominick on October 04, 2017, 02:01:02 AM
Ijlal I have the Tank.  PM me with shipping information and I will send it to you.  You will be fishing more days than I so will defer to you.  Dominick

Thank you, Dominick! You sure are a gentleman!

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 05, 2017, 07:48:42 PM
Quote from: ijlal on October 05, 2017, 02:15:45 AM
Quote from: Dominick on October 04, 2017, 02:01:02 AM
Ijlal I have the Tank.  PM me with shipping information and I will send it to you.  You will be fishing more days than I so will defer to you.  Dominick

Thank you, Dominick! You sure are a gentleman!

Best,
Ijlal
On its way today.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 05, 2017, 07:52:23 PM
Quote from: Rivverrat on September 28, 2017, 10:44:01 PM
I'd be up for trying the Tank for Big Cat's. Not this year though. Sal, if your OK with it maybe next spring? ....Jeff
Jeff, no problem.  I sent the Tank off to Karachi, Pakistan today.  I will use it next spring, probably 2nd week of June.  You may use it just PM me your address and the approximate dates you will want to use it.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 05, 2017, 08:56:18 PM
Dominick do you want me to send log to you or Ijhal directly? Will get it out tomorrow.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 07, 2017, 03:42:54 AM
Send it to me.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on October 07, 2017, 03:58:55 AM
Ijlal....no pressure brother  ;)....but we NEED someone to put a hurt on the Tank....if Dominick and the Buttman got it to sweat on the halibuts, Im sure you can make it grunt and groan....Tight Lines My Brother.....Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on October 07, 2017, 01:01:27 PM
Quote from: Bill B (Tarfu) on October 07, 2017, 03:58:55 AM
Ijlal....no pressure brother  ;)....but we NEED someone to put a hurt on the Tank....if Dominick and the Buttman got it to sweat on the halibuts, Im sure you can make it grunt and groan....Tight Lines My Brother.....Bill

Load it up with braid and let someone take a crack at a Bluefin Tuna or Black Marlin . . .

I want to see video of that !

Tight Lines !

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrpNZC-qPn4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrpNZC-qPn4)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Tightlines667 on October 07, 2017, 02:57:57 PM
Cool video!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 07, 2017, 03:11:04 PM
I think there is 100lb braid on it, Bimini to 100 fluoro. 
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: boon on October 08, 2017, 08:49:52 PM
Quote from: ez2cdave on October 07, 2017, 01:01:27 PM
Load it up with braid and let someone take a crack at a Bluefin Tuna or Black Marlin . . .

I want to see video of that !

Tight Lines !


How much line would/does it fit?
750m is about the bare minimum I would go chase Black Marlin with.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 15, 2017, 07:38:18 PM
Ljlal the Tank only left the US today even though I mailed it on the 5th.  Here is the tracking No. CV052279886US for anyone interested enough to track its movement.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on October 15, 2017, 09:44:10 PM
Quote from: Dominick on October 15, 2017, 07:38:18 PM
Ljlal the Tank only left the US today even though I mailed it on the 5th.  Here is the tracking No. CV052279886US for anyone interested enough to track its movement.  Dominick

You're right Dominick, I have been tracking it every single day. Funny that my order from Tackle Direct, ordered on 10/9 and shipped on 10/10 also has left NY today! Please understand it might also take some days after arrival in Karachi before it is delivered to me.

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: oc1 on October 15, 2017, 09:53:25 PM
Tracking the tank adds a whole new dimension Dominick.  This is great.
-steve
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on October 15, 2017, 10:27:40 PM
Quote from: oc1 on October 15, 2017, 09:53:25 PM
Tracking the tank adds a whole new dimension Dominick.  This is great.
-steve

Too bad the Tank doesn't have a built-in video camera. If it did, we could watch live, streaming video of it "in combat" . . .
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 16, 2017, 01:09:42 AM
Quote from: ez2cdave on October 15, 2017, 10:27:40 PM
Quote from: oc1 on October 15, 2017, 09:53:25 PM
Tracking the tank adds a whole new dimension Dominick.  This is great.
-steve

Too bad the Tank doesn't have a built-in video camera. If it did, we could watch live, streaming video of it "in combat" . . .
Dave didn't you see the videos of the big halibut in Alaska with the butt man Gary?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on October 16, 2017, 01:52:25 AM
Quote from: Dominick on October 16, 2017, 01:09:42 AM
Quote from: ez2cdave on October 15, 2017, 10:27:40 PM
Quote from: oc1 on October 15, 2017, 09:53:25 PM
Tracking the tank adds a whole new dimension Dominick.  This is great.
-steve

Too bad the Tank doesn't have a built-in video camera. If it did, we could watch live, streaming video of it "in combat" . . .
Dave didn't you see the videos of the big halibut in Alaska with the butt man Gary?  Dominick

Dominick,

I must have missed them . . . Do you have a link ?

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on October 16, 2017, 02:06:13 AM
Dave, are you kidding?...I'm surprised at you ::) :).
Here you go:
http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=22505.msg245538#msg245538
There are more this is the first.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on October 16, 2017, 02:11:40 AM
Quote from: Alto Mare on October 16, 2017, 02:06:13 AM
Dave, are you kidding?...I'm surprised at you ::) :).
Here you go:
http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=22505.msg245538#msg245538
There are more this is the first.

Sal

Thanks, Sal !

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on October 16, 2017, 09:36:16 PM
Man, it's taking so long! I am going offshore again on Saturday, and I hope the Tank gets delivered before then. Would love to beat the Sh*t outta some of those reef donkeys, and possibly YFT!   ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on October 18, 2017, 01:21:57 AM
Just checked....it left Karachi today (October 17th) and enroute to it's destination and it's 6:38 am Wednesday October 18th there... :P   Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on October 18, 2017, 05:19:13 AM
Quote from: Bill B (Tarfu) on October 18, 2017, 01:21:57 AM
Just checked....it left Karachi today (October 17th) and enroute to it's destination and it's 6:38 am Wednesday October 18th there... :P   Bill

LOL Bill, the tracking feature is a bit weird! It did not leave Karachi, as I am in Karachi. If everything goes right, I should be getting it in the next 2-3 days. I wish I get it this morning, as I am fishing tomorrow, and then again on Saturday!

Cheers!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on October 22, 2017, 03:14:19 PM
I'm having fun tracking the TANK....I couldn't resist posting a screen shot of the USPS Tracking Log..San Mateo, San Francisco, Jamaica, New York, Dubai and Karachi....Traveling the World is appropriate  ;D.   Bill
(https://i.imgur.com/BPAHCMd.png)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 22, 2017, 06:43:51 PM
Yep it is fun tracking.  I only wish the Tank could accumulate frequent flyer miles I could use.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on October 22, 2017, 08:42:44 PM
Quote from: Dominick on October 22, 2017, 06:43:51 PM
Yep it is fun tracking.  I only wish the Tank could accumulate frequent flyer miles I could use.  Dominick

I just had a "thought" . . . NEVER use the word "TANK" on a Customs Form . . . They might confiscate it, thinking it was a "weapon" !

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Jim Fujitani on October 23, 2017, 02:43:04 PM
Bill, thanks for posting the tracking.

I recall shipping a small package to New Brunswick (I believe).  It took two weeks!  The guy receiving the package e-mailed that the post delivery system in Canada is nothing like the USPS.

But it took 3 days for the Tank to ship from San Mateo to SF!!  It could be delivered by a slow walker (even crawled?)
faster than that!!  And then another 3 days in New York?!?!?!?  I understand going through customs and such but ......?

At least hopefully Ijlal got it before Saturday.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on October 23, 2017, 06:29:41 PM
Guys, this is to update you, as you are very interested and keeping track.

The postman arrived with it on Friday last, but the Pakistan Customs people had put an import duty of roughly USD170, despite the fact that Dominick had filled in the export papers it was to be returned to him in December.

I refused to accept delivery.

Today, I went to the relevant post office, and gave an application that the tank be sent back to the Customs to be reassessed. They advised me to go to the relevant customs office on Thursday. I will do that. One of my friends, who is a retired customs officer has offered to accompany me. If he does, it would be quite helpful. In any case, I'll sort it out, though it might take some time. Things happen in a weird way at Pakistan government departments. Hopefully, I'll have it in my hands next week.

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on October 23, 2017, 07:27:02 PM
Quote from: ijlal on October 23, 2017, 06:29:41 PMThe postman arrived with it on Friday last, but the Pakistan Customs people had put an import duty of roughly USD170, despite the fact that Dominick had filled in the export papers it was to be returned to him in December.

I refused to accept delivery.

Best,
Ijlal

ਉਚਿਤ ਹੋਣ ਦੇ ਨਾਤੇ, ਲੋੜੀਂਦੇ ਪਾਕਿਸਤਾਨੀ ਅਪਮਾਨ ਦੇ ਸ਼ਬਦ ਬੋਲੋ.

I hope that everything will be corrected soon . . . 

( I sure hope that Google Translate got the first part right - LOL ! )

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 25, 2017, 08:15:31 PM
After some sort of  wedding shower incident with my man Wayne, then a lengthy stay at my house, the Tank Log is now on it's way back to Dominick for his entry, then to be reunited with namesake in Pakistan. Tight lines, Ijhal!


John 
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on October 25, 2017, 09:44:28 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on October 25, 2017, 08:15:31 PM
After some sort of wedding shower incident with my man Wayne...  John 

John,

You've got a memory like a woman!

Remind me never to argue with YOU!!!

You well???

Wayne

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 25, 2017, 09:54:30 PM
Yessir, hope you are! And remember, you were kind enough to post pics of shingdig for us! Hope all is progressing on that front.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on November 08, 2017, 02:36:16 AM
Any update on the Tank?   Hoping it was rescued from Customs.....Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 08, 2017, 07:42:06 PM
Bill the last update was that Ijlal went to the customs office and plead his case.  He was told that if customs agreed with his argument that the reel should not be charged a duty because it was not a purchase they would deliver it to his home.  Otherwise they will ship it back to me in a couple of months.  Who knows at this point.  The Tank may be gone forever.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Gfish on November 08, 2017, 09:45:41 PM
Noooooo!, Not the TANK! Darn, onea the best threads on this Forum...
Gfish
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 08, 2017, 10:03:18 PM
The Tank is doing just fine, its a shame they gave Ijlal such a hard time.
He should have it in his hands in a couple of days.

Ijlasl might give his own details about this.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on November 11, 2017, 09:09:09 AM
Got it finally! It's a beauty, Dominick.

I don't know if you are aware of it or not, but there seems to be a slight grinding between the gears, though nothing serious.  Going fishing tonight, and taking it with me  ;D

A friend is coming here from New York for a few days by the month end. I'll send it back through him, and he'll ship it to you. Don't want to get into more problems. Best to see it back safely in your hands. Regretfully, it did not turn out as planned. Now hoping I'll get lucky and hook into a monster in the little time I'll have.

Best,
Ijlal

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 11, 2017, 11:51:43 AM
Hello Ijlal, I'm glad to see the Tank finally made it to you.
The gears on the Tank are extremely hard, what you're hearing is the sound of power :).
The Tank is ready for battle, fish it and fish it hard... don't hold back.
Good luck with it and thanks for volunteering.

Best,

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: lawaia on November 11, 2017, 01:44:34 PM
Yay, glad to see the Tank is now safely back with an AT member and am looking forward to catch reports and photos from Ijlal!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on November 11, 2017, 05:16:29 PM
Quote from: ijlal on November 11, 2017, 09:09:09 AMA friend is coming here from New York for a few days by the month end. I'll send it back through him, and he'll ship it to you. Don't want to get into more problems. Best to see it back safely in your hands.

And so, some "intrigue" enters the "saga" of the Tank, as it gets "smuggled" out of Pakistan . . . LOL !

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 11, 2017, 06:57:30 PM
 
Quote from: ez2cdave on November 11, 2017, 05:16:29 PM
Quote from: ijlal on November 11, 2017, 09:09:09 AMA friend is coming here from New York for a few days by the month end. I'll send it back through him, and he'll ship it to you. Don't want to get into more problems. Best to see it back safely in your hands.

And so, some "intrigue" enters the "saga" of the Tank, as it gets "smuggled" out of Pakistan . . . LOL !

Tight Lines !
:D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on November 12, 2017, 01:27:23 AM
Tight Lines Ijlal.....hoping you can put a hurt on the Tank......Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on November 13, 2017, 10:14:41 AM
Thanks everyone.

Had a bad trip yesterday. Karamat was dead, save for millions of jellyfish. Nothing to report so far. There's YFT at the shelf but the weather's not good this week. :(

Sal, Dominick,

What and how much braid is on the tank? I need to add a topshot. The best I have right now is 50lb Pro Spec Chrome and a quarter pound spool of 50lb Trilene Big Game. The quality of Pro Spec Chrome has disappointed me much. The bright shiny ocean blue colour fades with first use, and there was damaged line inside the 950yds spool.

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 13, 2017, 12:44:01 PM
Hello Ijlal, sorry the conditions are no good at the moment, let's hope things will improve in the near future.
If I recall, the Tank was loaded with 80lbs JBH, approximately 500yds.
It was a little lower on the spool  the last time I serviced it, I'm guessing probably 450yds as you have it now.
Dominick will know more about it.

Good luck!

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: coastal_dan on November 13, 2017, 05:38:39 PM
Great to hear the reel is back in a members hands!  Looking forward to seeing some pictures from its trip abroad!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 13, 2017, 07:43:13 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on November 13, 2017, 12:44:01 PM
Hello Ijlal, sorry the conditions are no good at the moment, let's hope things will improve in the near future.
If I recall, the Tank was loaded with 80lbs JBH, approximately 500yds.
It was a little lower on the spool  the last time I serviced it, I'm guessing probably 450yds as you have it now.
Dominick will know more about it.

Good luck!

Sal
Unfortunately Dominick cannot help.  I'm down in Mexico and I don't remember.  I have the information in a notebook at home.  Good luck fishing.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on November 14, 2017, 09:28:00 PM
Quote from: Dominick on November 13, 2017, 07:43:13 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on November 13, 2017, 12:44:01 PM
Hello Ijlal, sorry the conditions are no good at the moment, let's hope things will improve in the near future.
If I recall, the Tank was loaded with 80lbs JBH, approximately 500yds.
It was a little lower on the spool  the last time I serviced it, I'm guessing probably 450yds as you have it now.
Dominick will know more about it.

Good luck!

Sal
Unfortunately Dominick cannot help.  I'm down in Mexico and I don't remember.  I have the information in a notebook at home.  Good luck fishing.  Dominick

Not a big issue though. I can wind the line on another reel and rewind it back on to the Tank. I have a digital counter, so will know.

Thanks!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on November 16, 2017, 05:10:05 PM
The funny thing is the tracking on USPS website still shows the TANK to be in transit!  :o ;D

BTW, I found there is 281 meters (307 yards) of braid on the reel. I added a topshot of 50lb Trilene Big Game, and now have 400 yds in all. Hopefully, this should be enough.

As of last Sunday, there's miles and miles of tuna out there. I was all set to go this weekend but the wind started blowing hard. Shall have to wait till the next. The YFT's are running big this year, and 140 pounders have been taken.

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 18, 2017, 07:44:08 PM
The Tank won't break a sweat with a 140 lb tuna.  Don't be afraid to crank down on the star to a point that is comfortable to hold.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on November 19, 2017, 12:26:25 AM
Quote from: Dominick on November 18, 2017, 07:44:08 PM
The Tank won't break a sweat with a 140 lb tuna. 
:o :o   Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on November 20, 2017, 02:22:47 PM
Dom, how about a report from Mexico?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 20, 2017, 05:28:37 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on November 20, 2017, 02:22:47 PM
Dom, how about a report from Mexico?
I need to upload some photos and start a new thread.  I did not use the Tank so I don't want to post here.  The tournament was a total disaster.  We almost threw the captain overboard.  The rest of story to come.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on November 20, 2017, 07:44:41 PM
Quote from: Dominick on November 20, 2017, 05:28:37 PMWe almost threw the captain overboard. Dominick

Should have made him "walk the plank" - LOL !

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on November 20, 2017, 07:51:28 PM
Quote from: Dominick on November 20, 2017, 05:28:37 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on November 20, 2017, 02:22:47 PM
Dom, how about a report from Mexico?
I need to upload some photos and start a new thread.  I did not use the Tank so I don't want to post here.  The tournament was a total disaster.  We almost threw the captain overboard.  The rest of story to come.  Dominick


Oh crap. This ought to be good...
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on November 29, 2017, 07:28:14 PM
I might have asked, but did you receive the Logbook back? I sent it a while back.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 29, 2017, 07:44:09 PM
Got it.  It is backlogged so it might end with your notations.  It was a good idea from Chris but I don't keep detailed notes when I'm fishing.  I want to fish not make it a chore.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on November 29, 2017, 08:18:04 PM
naw,  just footnote stops in Mexico and Pakistan and remarry to Tank upon return...that's an epic  provenance for an epic reel down the road, very famous in our circle...what say you, Ohana? (this has become bigger than you, Dominick! :)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on November 30, 2017, 12:14:52 AM
Quote from: ez2cdave on November 11, 2017, 05:16:29 PM
Quote from: ijlal on November 11, 2017, 09:09:09 AMA friend is coming here from New York for a few days by the month end. I'll send it back through him, and he'll ship it to you. Don't want to get into more problems. Best to see it back safely in your hands.

And so, some "intrigue" enters the "saga" of the Tank, as it gets "smuggled" out of Pakistan . . . LOL !

Tight Lines !

A little "Theme Music", while the Tank is being "smuggled" out of Pakistan !

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGSUjuSBt1A (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGSUjuSBt1A)

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on November 30, 2017, 01:02:02 AM
The Carolina boys have spoken 😎👊🏼🕺🏻🕺🏻🕺🏻🕺🏻🕺🏻
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on November 30, 2017, 09:17:30 PM
Hi friends,

I went to the canyons on Saturday but had no luck. The only catch of the day was a decent mahimahi but unfortunately it did not take the lure on the Tank. Again took a guided tour to Karamat on Tuesday, but came back empty. Something seems to have happened to the waters here, maybe El Nino at work again :(

Anyhow, it's time to say goodbye to Tank. I handed it over to a friend who'll be taking it to New York on Saturday, and shipping it back to Dominick.

Below are the only pics I can post...Here is a photo of the Tank getting a taste of The Arabian Sea South-West of Karachi Near 123 in over 1500ft of water, ready for action!

Best,
Ijlal

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: lawaia on November 30, 2017, 11:51:01 PM
Shucks!  Had been looking forward to pics of the Tank in action against a 140# tuna.  Good effort, Ijlal.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 01, 2017, 12:06:21 AM
Sorry to hear that the fishing was slow.  Great picture of the Tank.  Would you caption the photo and say something like "Here is the Tank ready for action at (blank) Canyon, Indian Ocean? Arabian Sea?"  Let's show the Tank has been there.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 01, 2017, 02:21:27 AM
That's why its called fishing, still nice seeing the Tank in that part of the world.
Thanks for giving it a shot Ijlal!


Best,

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on December 01, 2017, 07:32:47 PM
Quote from: Dominick on December 01, 2017, 12:06:21 AM
Would you caption the photo and say something like "Here is the Tank ready for action at (blank) Canyon, Indian Ocean? Arabian Sea?"  Let's show the Tank has been there.  Dominick

Sure would do that, just let me know how to do it.

Thanks,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 01, 2017, 07:38:39 PM
Just click on the modify button.  Make changes then save.  You could also PM me the information and I will do it.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on December 01, 2017, 08:52:59 PM
Quote from: ijlal on November 30, 2017, 09:17:30 PMAnyhow, it's time to say goodbye to Tank. I handed it over to a friend who'll be taking it to New York on Saturday, and shipping it back to Dominick.

Best,
Ijlal

A little "Theme Music", while the Tank is being "smuggled" out of Pakistan !

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGSUjuSBt1A (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGSUjuSBt1A)

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on December 06, 2017, 08:47:30 PM
Okay guys, the Tank has been shipped to Sal. USPS tracking number is 9505815440087340129841
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on December 06, 2017, 09:25:38 PM
Quote from: ijlal on December 06, 2017, 08:47:30 PM
Okay guys, the Tank has been shipped to Sal. USPS tracking number is 9505815440087340129841

Great . . . Now that the "intrigue" is over and the Tank has been successfullt "smuggled" out of Pakistan, we can take off our "Spy Costumes" - LOL !

Tight Lines !

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61pdKtvJ-NL._UL1500_.jpg)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: gstours on December 07, 2017, 02:08:01 AM
   Hey I know that guy.  ???   spent last nite in the pokee,   he was kinda friendly,   said he wanted just to go fishinf one more time.    I said I dunno.     and called my one phone call.    thats the last ive heard of him.    Possibly dangerous driving around a Tank ?    ????? ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on December 07, 2017, 03:24:32 PM
Quote from: ez2cdave on December 06, 2017, 09:25:38 PM
Quote from: ijlal on December 06, 2017, 08:47:30 PM
Okay guys, the Tank has been shipped to Sal. USPS tracking number is 9505815440087340129841

Great . . . Now that the "intrigue" is over and the Tank has been successfullt "smuggled" out of Pakistan, we can take off our "Spy Costumes" - LOL !

Tight Lines !

LOL. You look like the reincarnation of Sherlock Holmes! ;D
BTW, the Tank was never smuggled into or out of Pakistan ;)

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on December 07, 2017, 10:32:38 PM
Quote from: ijlal on December 07, 2017, 03:24:32 PM
Quote from: ez2cdave on December 06, 2017, 09:25:38 PM
Quote from: ijlal on December 06, 2017, 08:47:30 PM
Okay guys, the Tank has been shipped to Sal. USPS tracking number is 9505815440087340129841

Great . . . Now that the "intrigue" is over and the Tank has been successfullt "smuggled" out of Pakistan, we can take off our "Spy Costumes" - LOL !

Tight Lines !

LOL. You look like the reincarnation of Sherlock Holmes! ;D
BTW, the Tank was never smuggled into or out of Pakistan ;)

Best,
Ijlal

Iljal,

That photo was just one I found on the Internet, by searching for Spy Costume.

The "melodrama" of a "smuggled" Tank added so much "intrigue" and "atmosphere" to the story of the Tank . . . LOL !

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on December 08, 2017, 02:05:48 AM
Iljal my brother....thank you for taking us on this trip to your wonderful country and waters.......What a trip this has been....Bill

So I have to ask....What will be the next port of call for the Tank?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 08, 2017, 04:15:17 AM
The Tank is safely on my bench, thanks again ijlal!
ijlal has mentioned that one of the dog might not be engaging, I checked to see if I noticed the same, but didn't, I did it quickly though.
Since he mentioned it, I will still go ahead and break it down just to make sure.
I will contact Dominick afterwards and see where he would like me to send the Tank next.

Best!

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on December 09, 2017, 07:36:17 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on December 08, 2017, 04:15:17 AM
The Tank is safely on my bench, thanks again ijlal!
ijlal has mentioned that one of the dog might not be engaging, I checked to see if I noticed the same, but didn't, I did it quickly though.
Since he mentioned it, I will still go ahead and break it down just to make sure.
I will contact Dominick afterwards and see where he would like me to send the Tank next.

Best!

Sal

Sal, maybe I had been expecting lesser play, so thought one dog might be the problem. I got this perception while jigging with the reel. You created the Tank, so would be able to tell by the feel of it.

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on December 09, 2017, 08:10:00 PM
Ijlal, I beleive the double dogs are engaging simultaneous not alternating so the back play is the same as a stock reel. That is unless Sal put in a 10 tooth gear sleeve (standard is 8 teeth) then the back play would be only slightly less.      Rudy
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 09, 2017, 10:52:30 PM
Quote from: RowdyW on December 09, 2017, 08:10:00 PM
Ijlal, I beleive the double dogs are engaging simultanious not alternating so the back play is the same as a stock reel. That is unless Sal put in a 10 tooth gear sleeve (standard is 8 teeth) then the back play would be only slightly less.      Rudy
You are correct Rudy  I do have the 10 tooth gear sleeve in the Tank, the dogs still engage simultaneous.


As speculated the dogs are both engaging. For some that are not used to the 4/0's I could very well see their concerns.

All looks good
(https://i.imgur.com/HIdLRBt.jpg)
back it goes and ready for battle on the next journey
(https://i.imgur.com/VBFaCDj.jpg)
Dominick, the Tank will be shipped to you, Ijlal added a gift for you in the box, so its easier if I send both.
(https://i.imgur.com/mFxx102.jpg)

Ijlal, thanks for picking up the tab to send the Tank to me... very much appreciated.

Best,

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: handi2 on December 09, 2017, 10:55:34 PM
Hey Sal did you have to shim under the gear sleeve?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 09, 2017, 11:49:30 PM
Quote from: handi2 on December 09, 2017, 10:55:34 PM
Hey Sal did you have to shim under the gear sleeve?
Keith, you must have noticed the one hole on that sleeve :). That one is the prototype and yes a shim was needed

This one went back and forth about 3-4 times until we got it exactly how we wanted it
(https://i.imgur.com/8c1XwB5.jpg)
and it is perfect when used with the custom bridge.
Having 2 holes, you shouldn't have any issues on other bridge as well.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on December 10, 2017, 12:50:29 AM
Sal,

Just wondering if there is any possibility of adding an anti reverse clutch to that beast? With that narrow spool, it would make such a great jigging reel for tuna and big AJ's. I know, the anti-reverse won't hold up to the heavy drag that the Tank is capable of but for that we have the two dogs.

BTW, my first conventional was a Daiwa 300H, some 24 years ago, and I had owned a  113, 113H and 114HLW's but eventually replaced them for lever drags. My lone star drag now is an Ambassadeur 6500 C4 that I use for bottom fishing.

Cheers.
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on December 10, 2017, 01:02:44 AM
Quote from: RowdyW on December 09, 2017, 08:10:00 PM
Ijlal, I beleive the double dogs are engaging simultanious not alternating so the back play is the same as a stock reel. That is unless Sal put in a 10 tooth gear sleeve (standard is 8 teeth) then the back play would be only slightly less.      Rudy

Thanks Rudy. I really have no issues even with the stock reel's back play while trolling, but it becomes a nuisance when jigging. The tank definitely had less back play than a stock Senator.

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 10, 2017, 04:49:29 AM
Ijlal, please PM me the information for the photo of the Tank in the prow of the boat.  I will add it to the photo.  Thanks.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 10, 2017, 05:11:10 AM
Quote from: ijlal on December 10, 2017, 12:50:29 AM
Sal,

Just wondering if there is any possibility of adding an anti reverse clutch to that beast? With that narrow spool, it would make such a great jigging reel for tuna and big AJ's. I know, the anti-reverse won't hold up to the heavy drag that the Tank is capable of but for that we have the two dogs.


Cheers.
Ijlal
Ijlal, we have members here that could pretty much do anything to these reels; if they wanted to.
This reel could have two speed, anti reverse clutch and so on, the problem is on who would be willing to get that involved with this.
I'm not a machinist or designer, I did have a little something to do with that custom bridge you see above and a few other things, but wouldn't know where to start with installing an additional anti reverse clutch or maybe even the two speed.
I know you didn't mention two speed, I'm just trying to get someone here excited enough to do it for us ...I wish :).
Depending on the type of fishing, I believe we came a long way with the Tank.

Best,

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on December 10, 2017, 06:45:49 AM
Looks like it's about time for Aluminum sideplates for the Tank !

Tight Lines !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on December 10, 2017, 07:17:11 AM
I think Sal wants to keep it looking like an original Penn Senator. Once the plates are replaced the reel will lose it's identity. Besides that the plates haven't warped or cracked yet. But I think it's time for Tom's offset s/s handle arm to make the reel a little more compact.       Rudy
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on December 10, 2017, 09:03:49 AM
Quote from: Dominick on December 10, 2017, 04:49:29 AM
Ijlal, please PM me the information for the photo of the Tank in the prow of the boat.  I will add it to the photo.  Thanks.  Dominick

Done.

BTW, that green top shot is 50lb Trilene Big Game tied to the braid with an FG knot. You may use it, as is, if you feel comfortable.

Best,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on December 10, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: RowdyW on December 10, 2017, 07:17:11 AM
I think Sal wants to keep it looking like an original Penn Senator. Once the plates are replaced the reel will lose it's identity. Besides that the plates haven't warped or cracked yet. But I think it's time for Tom's offset s/s handle arm to make the reel a little more compact.       Rudy
Yep! correct again Rudy.
Aluminum plates are a good upgrade I own Red-Blue-Silver-Gold-Black and Green, but the Tank needs to stay as is or it would lose its identity.

Best,

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on December 10, 2017, 04:55:24 PM
Hey Sal , What! No Purple???   ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 11, 2017, 02:31:26 AM
Hey guys go back to page 29.  Ijlal modified his post to show that the Tank fished the Arabian Sea.  Let's keep it going to exotic places around the world.  Who's next?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on February 21, 2018, 04:36:51 PM
I hear....CRICKETS.....three months and not even a trip in site...what's going on people!!!!  Someone go fishing. The Tank is getting p$$d off in Dominick's cabinet  ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on February 22, 2018, 02:17:10 AM
When I visited in January I tried sneaking it out in my jacket but was frisked before leaving ::).  Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on March 03, 2018, 08:26:54 PM
Dominick,

I am officially requesting the use of your beloved TANK around June 17, 2018.

Due to travel on the east coast (to see our beautiful Grandchildren), I will have time to fish out of Bermuda - looking to do some reef fishing.

Let me know if my timeslot fits on the Tank Travel schedule.

Tanks,  Buddy Boy,

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on March 03, 2018, 11:47:33 PM
Wayne you really don't need a reel that tough to catch bait fish.  :D  I'll put it on the calendar.  I should be back from Baja by then.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: gstours on March 09, 2018, 04:57:37 PM
Thanks Sal,  for keeping the Tanks identity.   It's a beautiful thing as it is.  wow, 👩‍🔧 and it's been fished on my 🚣‍♀️ boat.   I would love to build you an offset stainless crank arm.   it's an offer? 🤷‍♂️ then come up yourself and fish alongside other tanks proudly.   
   As if the side plates might have failed by now,  they are well engineered and seem to hold up.   Thanks for your contributions to the development and help to us all!🙋‍♂️
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on March 13, 2018, 02:27:49 AM
Hey butt-man what would you need to build an offset handle?  I very much liked the handle on your tank.  It felt very compact.  Playing big fish in Mexico there is the problem of the reel twisting.  It gets exhausting holding the rod and trying to keep it from twisting.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: gstours on April 10, 2018, 04:09:35 PM
   Hey Dommie;  I would be glad to make you one,   Lets talk.  When is your deadline?  Sorry I missed your question posted till today?
        (http://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/Dommie%20and%20wayno%20posin%20in%20maiko%20w%20deck%20fish%20last%20day.%20%20%20still%20pik_zps96qkxg5q.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/Dommie%20and%20wayno%20posin%20in%20maiko%20w%20deck%20fish%20last%20day.%20%20%20still%20pik_zps96qkxg5q.jpg.html)
    The Tank is Always welcome on my boat.   It means good fishing lies ahead!!!!!!! :-*
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on July 05, 2018, 10:10:24 PM
I have the Tank on my bench.  I serviced it but it did not need much.  There was water inside because I had the reel in the rod holder and it received a lot of spray from the boat traveling.  I wiped the water out and ran a greased brush around and put it back together.  I am ready to send it out if there is a request to use it.  I had it down in Baja this past month but did not hook anything with it.  I was playing around with my Penn Slammer because it is fun to catch rooster fish on spinning gear.  I did not expect the giant rooster Posted in my Baja report and it took me 35 plus minutes to bring it to the boat.  That fish took about 6 or 7 runs and the reel got hot from the drag friction.  I took it apart and the there was dried salt and some moisture.  I cleaned, lubricated and put it back together. 

Any takers on the Tank?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 15, 2018, 09:08:48 PM
For all you new AT members, this is an epic thread to buzz through.  It is heavy with pics.  On another note, I have to cancel my trip to Los Cabos in Nov. 2018.  I had planned to fish in a local wahoo tournament out of Puerto Los Cabos.  My friend Joe from NJ cannot make it this year.  That is the first time in 16 years that he could not make it.  It's no fun to go it alone.  Having said all this, I am offering up the Tank from now until June of 2019.  I won't be using it until then.  So for all you big game fishermen out there, this is a perfect opportunity to put a hurting on the tank.  Just post the dates you want to use it and I will reserve it for you.  As it is noted (probably at the beginning of this thread) the only obligation is that you post a report and pay to have the reel shipped back to me or Sal.  I will pay to ship it.  Check the Tank's adventures.  It's been more place than I.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Darin Crofton on October 15, 2018, 09:20:09 PM
This is such an awesome thread! Maybe one day I'll try out the Tank monster on some Gulf of Mexico Gag Groupers...
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 15, 2018, 10:24:49 PM
Dec 15 - Jan 15 for Isla de Mujeres. Don't forget the Tank logbook!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 15, 2018, 10:28:17 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on October 15, 2018, 10:24:49 PM
Dec 15 - Jan 15 for Isla de Mujeres. Don't forget the Tank logbook!
You got it John.  I don't know where the log book is.  If I find it you get it, otherwise it is lost to the ages.  I will mail it to you in the next couple of weeks.  Do you want some company on the Isla?  That place is on my bucket list.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: oc1 on October 16, 2018, 06:37:08 AM
That's sailfish season.  Lucky dogs.
-steve
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: theswimmer on October 16, 2018, 03:25:00 PM
Isla de las Mujeres......
I grew up spending parts of my summers there as a kid.
Mom was partners with a Mexican national in one of her many ventures and they had a house together on the inside near Tortugranja off Sac Bajo.
Some of the best beach fishing in the world.
Can you say 4 foot barracuda on a fly rod ?
When I say I was spoiled as a child it gives new definition to the word spoiled......
You can still get a nice suite with a kitchen for about $ 50-60 US per night.
Get a place out of the down town area and eat where the locals eat .
Last dinner Miss Mari and I had in 2016 was 5 courses and multiple cocktails for $45 aprx. Including a generous tip.
Pangas are the best value for boating but bring your own PFD as some boats have none or they are very old and tattered if they have them.
You will have a blast !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on October 17, 2018, 07:10:35 AM
Quote from: Dominick on October 15, 2018, 10:28:17 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on October 15, 2018, 10:24:49 PM
Dec 15 - Jan 15 for Isla de Mujeres. Don't forget the Tank logbook!
I don't know where the log book is.  If I find it you get it, otherwise it is lost to the ages. 

That's a bummer! I was hoping to get the Tank back down here some day and was looking forward to the read!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 17, 2018, 10:33:35 AM
Dominick, did you receive the log back when I sent it? Not sure if it made it to Itjhal or not in Pakistan.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on October 17, 2018, 11:44:50 AM
Quote from: thorhammer on October 17, 2018, 10:33:35 AM
Dominick, did you receive the log back when I sent it? Not sure if it made it to Itjhal or not in Pakistan.

It was never sent to me.

Cheers,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 17, 2018, 07:13:49 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on October 17, 2018, 10:33:35 AM
Dominick, did you receive the log back when I sent it? Not sure if it made it to Itjhal or not in Pakistan.

I did receive it.  It is lost in somewhere in my garage.  I think Wayne logged some comments in it at last use.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 18, 2018, 01:20:00 AM
Ok, good. if it doesn't turn up I'll start volume II. I hope I have something to enter...this isn't exactly a fishing trip....wife booked us to a resort on mainland with some friends. I'm hoping I can get them up and over to IDM for a day or two out. as they promise..if not I will rent a float and paddle out a head from the resort resto :)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on October 18, 2018, 01:46:23 PM
Quote from: Dominick on October 17, 2018, 07:13:49 PM
I did receive it.  It is lost in somewhere in my garage.  I think Wayne logged some comments in it at last use.  Dominick

Correct Dominick!

My last post in the TANK log book was...   "Keep your Workbench CLEAN so you don't loose this log book!!!!!"

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: xjchad on October 18, 2018, 02:28:34 PM
Quote from: El Pescador on October 18, 2018, 01:46:23 PM
Quote from: Dominick on October 17, 2018, 07:13:49 PM
I did receive it.  It is lost in somewhere in my garage.  I think Wayne logged some comments in it at last use.  Dominick

Correct Dominick!

My last post in the TANK log book was...   "Keep your Workbench CLEAN so you don't loose this log book!!!!!"

Wayne

:D :D :D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 18, 2018, 05:40:59 PM
Quote from: El Pescador on October 18, 2018, 01:46:23 PM
Quote from: Dominick on October 17, 2018, 07:13:49 PM
I did receive it.  It is lost in somewhere in my garage.  I think Wayne logged some comments in it at last use.  Dominick

Correct Dominick!

My last post in the TANK log book was...   "Keep your Workbench CLEAN so you don't loose this log book!!!!!"

Wayne

Cut to the quick...   :-*  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 18, 2018, 06:02:34 PM
said he that lost it the first time and built a new bench so he could find stuff.... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on October 18, 2018, 06:55:53 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on October 18, 2018, 06:02:34 PM
said he that lost it the first time and built a new bench so he could find stuff.... ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

To the Great & Powerful Thorhammer!

We are going the wrong direction here!!!  My comments were to start a PILE-ON Dominick, NOT ME ;D


Enjoy Isla Mujeres!  Should be a great trip,

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mo65 on October 18, 2018, 07:11:47 PM
You guys are a riot! :D  Good luck with the Tank John! 8)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Tightlines667 on October 19, 2018, 02:00:07 AM
Quote from: Dominick on October 18, 2018, 05:40:59 PM
Quote from: El Pescador on October 18, 2018, 01:46:23 PM
Quote from: Dominick on October 17, 2018, 07:13:49 PM
I did receive it.  It is lost in somewhere in my garage.  I think Wayne logged some comments in it at last use.  Dominick

Correct Dominick!

My last post in the TANK log book was...   "Keep your Workbench CLEAN so you don't loose this log book!!!!!"

Wayne

Cut to the quick...   :-*  Dominick

Lol...

:D ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 08, 2018, 11:03:40 PM
John, the Tank is on its way as I type this.  For you AT members that are not familiar with Thorhammer's venue he is in North Carolina and expects to fish in Isla Mujeres this December.  We wish you luck.  The logbook is included.  Since you wanted the book make sure you fill a few pages with fishing adventures.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on November 09, 2018, 01:45:00 AM
Great! Thanks Dominick!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Darin Crofton on November 09, 2018, 08:59:21 PM
Funny stuff guys! Hope you catch a monster with it Thor!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on December 29, 2018, 12:32:29 AM
Dominick, what line is on here? Looks like 50lb Trilene BG moss green; def not the 100 lb PP and 130 shock leader that was on previously. Is there braid still under it? Text me if needed. I may respool with braid for this.

J
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: fordfox on December 29, 2018, 01:03:35 AM
Keep it up guys, makes for great reading:):):)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 29, 2018, 10:24:46 PM
Quote from: Alto Mare on November 13, 2017, 12:44:01 PM
Hello Ijlal, sorry the conditions are no good at the moment, let's hope things will improve in the near future.
If I recall, the Tank was loaded with 80lbs JBH, approximately 500yds.
It was a little lower on the spool  the last time I serviced it, I'm guessing probably 450yds as you have it now.
Dominick will know more about it.

Good luck!

Sal

John, I have to check.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on January 01, 2019, 01:40:17 PM
Update: the Tank is with me in sight of Isla de Mujeres, however the wind has been humping to 20 plus gusts. We hope it to lay tomorrow.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: theswimmer on January 02, 2019, 12:09:55 PM
Hey John , when it's windy , fish the inland side .
Some of the piers will have big barracuda hanging around . Most of the hotels don't care if you shore fish , lght tackle is King but you never know if a big one is hanging around . I have caught alot of fish between the turtle hatchery and The Dolphin adventure . Big white flys or Big Hammer Swim baits of various colors should work.
Have fun ,wish I was there..........
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on January 02, 2019, 01:28:06 PM
Jonathon we are headed over that way IF the boats will go over....they haven't even run the shuttle to the island in a couple days much less fished. We are on standby to fish tomorrow and Friday if it lays as expected. thanks for the tip about the hatchery...if all else fails i will try that...of course i packed a little collapsible spinner and 4300SS with a little box of bonefish jigs and a couple poppers:)


John
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on January 03, 2019, 12:24:42 PM
Put a hurting on that Tank John...good luck! :)

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: theswimmer on January 03, 2019, 03:24:55 PM
Quote from: thorhammer on January 02, 2019, 01:28:06 PM
Jonathon we are headed over that way IF the boats will go over....they haven't even run the shuttle to the island in a couple days much less fished. We are on standby to fish tomorrow and Friday if it lays as expected. thanks for the tip about the hatchery...if all else fails i will try that...of course i packed a little collapsible spinner and 4300SS with a little box of bonefish jigs and a couple poppers:)


John

John if you don't mind riding with chickens and locals you can take the slow boat, it rarely cancels .
That hydrofoil doesn't have the greatest safety record .
There are several nice piers about a mile  +/- towards  Punta Sur just don't fish in the Garrafon reef park , I believe it's still closed to all fishing .  Remember to have a rod leash on any rig you set down 😎 Have fun!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on January 03, 2019, 06:11:11 PM
Quote from: theswimmer on January 03, 2019, 03:24:55 PM
  Remember to have a rod leash on any rig you set down 😎 Have fun!

Especially the Tank.  :D  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rivverrat on January 03, 2019, 11:32:08 PM
Quote from: Dominick on January 03, 2019, 06:11:11 PM
Quote from: theswimmer on January 03, 2019, 03:24:55 PM
  Remember to have a rod leash on any rig you set down 😎 Have fun!

Especially the Tank.  :D  Dominick

    ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 20, 2019, 07:05:33 PM
The Tank is back on my bench.  Any Takers?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on February 21, 2019, 04:34:34 AM
Any report on its last adventure?
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 21, 2019, 07:03:14 PM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on February 21, 2019, 04:34:34 AM
Any report on its last adventure?

Not much to report.  Here is what Thorhammer posted in the log book.

"Jan 1, 2019
Tank travels to Playa de Mujeres, Mexico.  Intended to troll for sailfish, mahi, wahoo off Isla Mujeres but wind blew hard until end of week, and we were only able to troll the reefs.  Managed a few nice 'cudas for some great ceviche. John Hoyle Thorhammer (signed)."
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on February 21, 2019, 07:48:56 PM
Cheers for the update. Damn the weather sometimes!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on February 21, 2019, 08:36:34 PM
I have had issues with phone pics; I will post report (or lack of) soon and at least show pretty pictures.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on February 21, 2019, 09:38:35 PM
Quote from: Rothmar2 on February 21, 2019, 07:48:56 PM
Cheers for the update. Damn the weather sometimes!
Yup! you make plans, but never know what you'll get.
Keeps you excited for next time :)

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on February 21, 2019, 10:11:38 PM
You Pay your $$

You take your changes.

Next time, take Dominick & me to Isle Mujeres,

We're game.

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: theswimmer on February 22, 2019, 02:59:31 AM
I'm ready for Isla de Las Mujeras any day, any time .
I will say I prefer the end of September to the end of October.
And December 😎

JT and Miss Mari
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: theswimmer on February 22, 2019, 03:03:19 AM
Although July and August will produce some big fish on the Fly !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on June 07, 2019, 12:06:52 AM
Ok people, I returned from Playa six months ago!!! Somebody get the Tank wet! I basically caught bait with it!!!!!



Thorhammer
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Darin Crofton on June 07, 2019, 03:06:44 AM
I'm game! Would love to try it out at the Florida Middle Grounds (80 mile run) for some monster Gag Grouper, Red & Mangrove Snapper too...
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on June 08, 2019, 04:45:46 PM
Darin how about some Goliath groupers?  I'm sure those monsters will tax the Tank.....Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Darin Crofton on June 08, 2019, 05:04:53 PM
We have plenty of those, they're easy to find and easy to hook, but landing them is not always easy ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on June 20, 2019, 11:19:35 PM
Quote from: Darin Crofton on June 07, 2019, 03:06:44 AM
I'm game! Would love to try it out at the Florida Middle Grounds (80 mile run) for some monster Gag Grouper, Red & Mangrove Snapper too...

If you want to use it, let me know where and when to send it.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on September 19, 2019, 02:38:12 AM
Haven't seen any action on the Tank...any updates?  Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: alantani on September 19, 2019, 03:29:29 AM
it just got new braid and a new mono topshot today.  it's ready for action!!!!!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on September 19, 2019, 03:52:20 AM
That reel has been getting a lot of line changes and not a lot of fish to show for it. What's the specs on the line you installed? Weight & yardage of the braid & topshot. Maybe Dwight should give it a shot. Hey Dwight, let's see this Super Winch against a big Reef Donkey or Grouper.         Rudy
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on September 19, 2019, 02:42:45 PM
Quote from: RowdyW on September 19, 2019, 03:52:20 AMThat reel has been getting a lot of line changes and not a lot of fish to show for it.

Rudy

Rudy,

Obviously, there is a "leak", somewhere, and the fish are getting "tipped off" that the Tank is coming and they relocate to different areas . . .

Fish are not dumb, they do go to "school", after all !

LOL !

Tight Lines !

Dave F.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Donnyboat on September 20, 2019, 12:14:20 AM
Ay Dave, how many grades do they study, interesting, cheers Don.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on September 20, 2019, 03:04:17 AM
Quote from: Donnyboat on September 20, 2019, 12:14:20 AM
Ay Dave, how many grades do they study, interesting, cheers Don.

Actually, I'm not sure how the "Fish Education System" is laid out and if it is "Species Specific", or not . . . Also, the system may vary, in different parts of the world, too !

Tight lines !

Dave F.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on September 20, 2019, 03:40:31 AM
Yep, the Tank is ready.  I'm taking it to Baja in Oct. or Nov.  The dates aren't set yet.  Anyone?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on October 30, 2019, 11:03:35 PM
Hello there, friends,

Hope you all are doing great, and so is the Tank!

It's been long I wrote on here. Initially, I was busy at job, and later, at the start of 2019, I suferres a hemorrhagic stroke that affected my vision among other things. I'm better now but still take a lot of time to type accurately.

Hopefully, I'll be able to be a bit more active on the forum henceforth.

Cheers,
Ijlal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on October 31, 2019, 12:28:01 AM
Ijlal, I'm so sorry to hear you have been ill.  Hope you get better soon and back on the water.  Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: alantani on October 31, 2019, 02:35:32 AM
so sorry to hear that!  take you time typing and don't worry about mistakes!!!!!!   :-\
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Donnyboat on October 31, 2019, 04:10:12 AM
Ijlal, dont worry about your spelling, they put up with my bad spelling all the time, sounds like your recovering, stay possitive, wishing you all the best, cheers Don.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on October 31, 2019, 06:03:21 AM
Get Better my Friend,
Daron
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Crow on October 31, 2019, 12:43:11 PM
Just get better !! Remember that "slow", is WAY better than "No" !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ijlal on November 03, 2019, 07:56:33 AM
Thank you all. Good news is I can, and still do fish!  :D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 03, 2019, 11:48:10 AM
Ijlal, sorry about what you went through, but I'm glad you are still doing what you like.
Best of luck for continuous improvement.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: broadway on November 03, 2019, 07:52:14 PM
Ijlal,
   Sorry about the health issues, but the good news is your still fishing... hoing for a full and speedy recovery.
Welcome back,
Dom
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 07, 2019, 03:18:23 AM
Quote from: broadway on November 03, 2019, 07:52:14 PM
Ijlal,
   Sorry about the health issues, but the good news is your still fishing... hoing for a full and speedy recovery.
Welcome back,
Dom

Same here... good to see you back and fishing.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on November 07, 2019, 04:51:08 PM
Best of health and mend to you, Ijhal!

John
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on November 08, 2019, 01:24:16 AM
Take Care of yourself Ijilal.
Catch one for me, ;)
Daron
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: gstours on November 11, 2019, 03:35:01 PM
Tank update.   Sorry to belate,   butt ive been busy.   The tank revisited some saltwater in Alaska and seemed to be well and fine.
   i,m sure whoever uses it next will have a good time,  and not be disappointed with it.  It is almost as legendary as the plinth/ cooler shown below.    Cheers. :D
(https://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/DSC_0875_zpsokdiwcml.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/DSC_0875_zpsokdiwcml.jpg.html)
(https://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/DSC_0881_zps0bni84zh.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/DSC_0881_zps0bni84zh.jpg.html)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: broadway on November 12, 2019, 05:04:02 AM
Now that's my guy right there! Never disappoints us. If you don't catch fish, Dominick, will still be wearing that smile.
...Oh, and Dominick likes big butts ;D
Gary, I think you're the reincarnation of "Quint."
Love your posts,
Dom
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 12, 2019, 07:16:18 PM
Gary was Quint's mentor.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: ez2cdave on November 13, 2019, 05:35:11 PM
Quote from: broadway on November 12, 2019, 05:04:02 AM

Gary, I think you're the reincarnation of "Quint."

Dom

"Here's to swimmin' with bow-legged women" . . .  LOL !

Tight Lnes !
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: steelfish on November 23, 2019, 05:41:36 PM
Quote from: gstours on November 11, 2019, 03:35:01 PM
Tank update.   Sorry to belate,   butt ive been busy.   The tank revisited some saltwater in Alaska and seemed to be well and fine.
   i,m sure whoever uses it next will have a good time,  and not be disappointed with it.  It is almost as legendary as the plinth/ cooler shown below.    Cheers. :D
(https://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/DSC_0875_zpsokdiwcml.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/DSC_0875_zpsokdiwcml.jpg.html)
(https://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/DSC_0881_zps0bni84zh.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/DSC_0881_zps0bni84zh.jpg.html)

awesome pics, but where is the rest of the story and the pics?

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mo65 on November 23, 2019, 06:39:36 PM
Great pics Gary! 8)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Alto Mare on November 23, 2019, 07:31:14 PM
What can I say, you're a natural Dominick.

You're probably not aware, that reel is equipped with 4:1 gear ratio,
Unless someone changed those along the way.
Looks like you're doing pretty darn good with it.

Hopefully in a year I'll be next to you.

Sal
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Shark Hunter on November 23, 2019, 08:12:58 PM
Awesome Dominick! You are Da Man! ;)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: broadway on November 24, 2019, 12:00:34 AM
Making us proud... Well done, Dominooch!
I always knew you liked Big Butts. 
Gary, thanks for putting one of the most die-hard fishermen I know on some beautiful fish... and for keeping that cooler. ;)
Well done boys,
Dom
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 24, 2019, 11:27:27 PM
Quote from: broadway on November 24, 2019, 12:00:34 AM
Making us proud... Well done, Dominooch!
I always knew you liked Big Butts. 
Gary, thanks for putting one of the most die-hard fishermen I know on some beautiful fish... and for keeping that cooler. ;)
Well done boys,
Dom

Gary will never get rid of that cooler.  He understands the mojo the emanates from that icon.  We pay homage to it when we are in its presence.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: broadway on November 25, 2019, 03:28:26 AM
I don't blame him a bit... that thing raises fish from the murky depths!
Praise be to "The Cooler" ;)
Dom
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 25, 2019, 11:35:29 PM
Quote from: broadway on November 25, 2019, 03:28:26 AM
I don't blame him a bit... that thing raises fish from the murky depths!
Praise be to "The Cooler" ;)
Dom

Well said the mojo cooler is appeased.  I'm going to start a new topic.  If Gary approves we can have a contest to name the red cooler.  What do you think Gary?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: oc1 on November 26, 2019, 12:50:22 AM
Quote from: Dominick on November 25, 2019, 11:35:29 PM
What do you think Gary?  Dominick
Monsieur Red Cooler has a name.
-steve
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: RowdyW on November 26, 2019, 02:27:35 AM
When you say red cooler that is what comes to mind first. It is not omnious. It already has a spot in history.      Rudy
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 26, 2019, 11:09:25 PM
Quote from: RowdyW on November 26, 2019, 02:27:35 AM
When you say red cooler that is what comes to mind first. It is not omnious. It already has a spot in history.      Rudy

Yes, I see what you mean there is only one "Red Cooler."  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: oc1 on November 27, 2019, 06:49:14 AM
With a flashy name like Red Cooler I could have made something of myself.
-steve
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: redsetta on November 28, 2019, 07:35:27 PM
QuoteWith a flashy name like Red Cooler I could have made something of myself.
:D ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on November 28, 2019, 09:23:10 PM
I couda been a contender...Marlon Brando On The Waterfront.   :D  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: gstours on December 04, 2019, 03:03:22 PM
Is a Picture really worth more than a few words?  Thats a good question?
(https://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/IMG_4593_zpsnwdtrbrf.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/IMG_4593_zpsnwdtrbrf.jpg.html)
   Heres a couple of Tank related points to ponder. ;)
(https://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/DSCF1598_zpsyxthzpdk.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/DSCF1598_zpsyxthzpdk.jpg.html)
   Its a classic of the good works of man.
(https://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/IMG_4736_zpse2j8w9iy.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/IMG_4736_zpse2j8w9iy.jpg.html)
Proof in the pudding,  I wish Sal could have been aboard.  To help. :-*
(https://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/IMG_4788_zpsdgqw0ycu.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/IMG_4788_zpsdgqw0ycu.jpg.html)
     
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: gstours on December 04, 2019, 03:33:32 PM
One more Time.
(https://i1344.photobucket.com/albums/p660/gst6814/DSCF1646_zpsl0mddq8f.jpg) (http://s1344.photobucket.com/user/gst6814/media/DSCF1646_zpsl0mddq8f.jpg.html)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on December 04, 2019, 03:36:00 PM
Awesome!!!!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: El Pescador on December 04, 2019, 04:14:31 PM
Gary!!!

Great Photos!!!!

I should have put a COPYRIGHT Mark on them!!!!! ;D :o

Your humble roving photographer!!!!

Your package arrive????

Wayne
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: mo65 on December 04, 2019, 05:10:13 PM
Bahahaaa....Dominick praising that ol' cooler...THERE is yer photo of the month! 8)
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: broadway on December 10, 2019, 04:16:07 AM
I'm with Mo... great shot of Dominick showing homage to the Almighty Red Cooler.
Photo of the month X2.
Good stuff,
Dom
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rivverrat on December 10, 2019, 05:29:02 PM
Its a great fishing day when you have to drag your catch across the yard... Jeff
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: David Hall on December 10, 2019, 10:06:34 PM
X3
we may never see anything like that again.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on December 10, 2019, 10:15:12 PM
Quote from: broadway on December 10, 2019, 04:16:07 AM
I'm with Mo... great shot of Dominick showing homage to the Almighty Red Cooler.
Photo of the month X2.
Good stuff,
Dom

A man gotta do what a man gotta do.  It worked as you can see.  Then again we had the Buttman as a mentor.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: steelfish on December 17, 2019, 12:06:55 AM
Quote from: Rivverrat on December 10, 2019, 05:29:02 PM
Its a great fishing day when you have to drag your catch across the yard... Jeff

thas pic has a great potential as a meme for "you know its great day of fishing when you see this"
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 20, 2020, 11:10:44 PM
Dear members: As you may know the Tank was developed by Sal Ciarlante.  After double dogging the Penn he sent it to me as a gift.  He told me to put a hurting on the reel and to push it as hard as possible.  I did that and more (review the prior pages).  Shortly after receiving the reel and using it in Mexico it was sent back to Sal for service.  Since then there have been several upgrades and the reel is now able to catch most fish, even a grander (though that would take some finesse).  If you read the prior pages you will see that the Tank has gone across the world from some places in the U.S, to Mexico to Tasmania to Pakistan.  Having said this I want you all to know the reel is still available to borrow and to "put a hurting on it."  So in memory of Sal any of the AT members that want to use the reel are welcome to it.  All you have to do is ask.  The only rule in borrowing it is that you pay the postage to return it and post photos of your fishing trip with the Tank.  Feel free to post a reservation for the reel.  Tight Lines.  RIP Sal.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 21, 2020, 01:13:48 AM
Do it, folks.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Gobi King on October 21, 2020, 01:30:54 AM
Dom, I am in, I will definitely use it to put the hurt on the local chinook population - planning on using it for next springs salmon trolling here in MI.

Maybe even for some muskie after that on the St Clairs lake.

Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Brewcrafter on October 21, 2020, 02:09:47 AM
Dominick - You are the caretaker of a truly groundbreaking and significant part of the forum, and reel modifications overall.  When I look at my hotrodded 113's, I know that they would not have been possible without Sal and others paving the way.  Thank you so much for sharing, The Tank is clearly a Nexus of all that was, and all that we take for granted now. - john
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on October 21, 2020, 05:01:15 AM
This is a legacy reel folks.  Commissioned by Dominick and built by Sal.  A true Ohana build via Italian roots. I have met and ate with Dominick and knew Sal through this website, and better people you will never find! Period! 

The loss of Sal has hit me bad....more than I thought it could or would....

Cherish those that are still with us, and honor those that we have lost...  I apologize for my ramblings....Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Benni3 on October 21, 2020, 07:17:32 AM
Can I avoid the shipping costs if you bring it to me or I go to it,,,,,, ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 21, 2020, 04:47:28 PM
Quote from: Benni3 on October 21, 2020, 07:17:32 AM
Can I avoid the shipping costs if you bring it to me or I go to it,,,,,, ;D
you got it Benni.  come on west... Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: milne on October 25, 2020, 06:27:18 AM
Quote from: Bill B (Tarfu) on October 21, 2020, 05:01:15 AM
This is a legacy reel folks.  Commissioned by Dominick and built by Sal.  A true Ohana build via Italian roots. I have met and ate with Dominick and knew Sal through this website, and better people you will never find! Period!  

The loss of Sal has hit me bad....more than I thought it could or would....

Cherish those that are still with us, and honor those that we have lost...  I apologize for my ramblings....Bill

Hi Dominick, That was great to bring this to the fore again, I've enjoyed reading the travels of the tank...

And as far as apologising for your Ramblings  Bill,,,  No Sir,  I think your post and Dominick's mirrors what most people here are thinking, you both managed to put it into words beautifully..

Thanks for keeping the "Tanks Travels" alive, if my boat was back on the water, I would shout out and give the Tank another bashing down under !!.

Stay safe..

Col
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 25, 2020, 08:53:16 PM
You got it Shibly.  Just send me the date you want me to send it.  Any other takers?  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: gstours on October 27, 2020, 03:39:54 PM
Thanks Dom for resurrecting the facts that Sal put this reel together after years of working on what was his challenge.  The upgrades a decade ago were only a hope or desire to many reelers.
  The longer sst side plate screws, diy double dogs, delrin washers, hex drag washers he made from carbon fiber sheet, advocating a sst gear sleeve and seeing it into production for us, even building his own custom red crank handle knob. 
  Shown below is the drag star duplicate that he sent me after the second trip.  It's just the most comfortable and smooth stainless steel Star I've ever used.   Thanks again Sal.
  Sal did a lot of testing this reel we now know as THE TANK.  Many of these upgrades are available to purchase now to the public butt we should never forget and thank him for his efforts.
  Sal wanted to retain the penn side plates to keep the original look.  I like that even more after his passing.
I,m glad to say that the Tank has fishes well on my boat on several occasions.  I strongly recommend that folks out there do take up the offer to borrow it and fish with it as you will be making Sal proud and never have an offer like this again.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on October 27, 2020, 06:14:22 PM
That star was made by Adam.  He only made a few, as they took to much time and effort to make.  Sal was kind enough to put it on the Tank.  It is the best star made, smooth and comfortable to use.  Gary made the thumb protector.  It is really handy for live lining down in Baja.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: thorhammer on October 28, 2020, 01:05:07 AM
Quote from: Alto Mare on January 03, 2019, 12:24:42 PM
Put a hurting on that Tank John...good luck! :)

Sal


RIP, Good buddy.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 25, 2021, 07:57:12 PM
Bump...Anyone want to borrow the Tank just let me know.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rivverrat on February 26, 2021, 01:02:58 AM


    Domnick, I'm not ready at this point. But yes when I am, I would be honored to toss a bait using this reel. I have a couple of spots this summer if it's available where I could put a worthy mark on this reel that would be
    worthy & honorable of it's maker... Jeff 
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 27, 2021, 12:38:36 AM
Just let me know when you plan to fish so I can send it in time for your trip.  I will be using it between June 8 -15. Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: MarkT on February 27, 2021, 02:35:38 AM
Bummer, I have an 8 day leaving on June 8 that should be a YT special trip.  But, I have a 10 day leaving on 9/26 and I'd be honored to catch a nice YT on the Tank!
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Brewcrafter on February 27, 2021, 05:53:07 AM
Mark and Dominick - Do some scouting intel and try to leave at least a few out there for me!  My RP 8 day leaves on June 18th. - john
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on February 27, 2021, 07:00:29 PM
Quote from: MarkT on February 27, 2021, 02:35:38 AM
Bummer, I have an 8 day leaving on June 8 that should be a YT special trip.  But, I have a 10 day leaving on 9/26 and I'd be honored to catch a nice YT on the Tank!

Mark, I can let you use it on both trips.  My trip is not set in stone yet.  It is just penciled in.  Besides, I have used it many times and it is fun to see other reports and photos.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Brewcrafter on June 30, 2021, 04:02:36 AM
The Tank was able to run Back to Back trips on two of the finest San Diego Long Range Fleet.  Here is the handoff from Mark returning on an 8 day trip on the EXCEL, as John was getting ready to depart for an 8 day trip on the ROYAL POLARIS.  In a nutshell, the yellowtail were hanging deep in the rocks along with the "Red Devils" (rockfish) but we were both able to put some meat on the deck!  Real joy and honor to be able to fish The Tank - it got a lot of comments on deck! - john
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Wompus Cat on June 30, 2021, 10:47:18 AM
Lot's of GOOD HISTORY in THAT TANK!
Here is the photo a little esier on the Neck ;D
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Rothmar2 on June 30, 2021, 11:02:21 PM
Great to see the Tank still getting out and about.
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Brewcrafter on July 01, 2021, 04:13:53 AM
Thanks Wompus for fixing the photo!  On my trip I was using it at the Alijos Bank, and the yellowtail were hanging close to the bottom with the rockfish.  Originally I was Yoyo-ing and was consistently pulling up rock fish (and one White fish!) but then switched to a dropper loop and that was one I was able to pick a small yellowtail (10-20# size) out of the mix. - john
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on August 05, 2022, 04:33:21 PM
I just thought I would bump this old thread and let all you members know the offer to borrow the Tank is still open.  All you gotta do is ask and become a part of history.  Dominick
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Bill B on August 05, 2022, 09:10:54 PM
Dominick I might take you up on the offer for the AT.com 8 day trip in October.  Bill
Title: Re: THE TANK TRAVELS THE WORLD-PHOTOS AND REPORTS TO COME
Post by: Dominick on August 05, 2022, 11:55:49 PM
Bill, you're on.  PM me your address when and if you decide.  Dominick