I won't comment specifically on spoon fishing because I am far from an expert in that technique and would never question Bill in his genre. However, I think there are more applications for braids than Bill mentioned in his article. Opnions are just that, everybody has them, and to each their own (pardon the cliche').

To suggest that Bill is on the take (especially without proof) based on an experience with some hooks (which seems irrelevant) is irresponsible and Dave's comeback is a little strong for me. I don't want to stir the pot or get involved here (maybe I should listen to myself and just bow out) but this thread looks like it could be headed in the wrong direction.

On another note, did anybody read that the finding of the reader survey in the editor's notes suggesting that there are more maps in each issue? Man, I would be sorry to see the magazine I love become more like the dreaded F&HN rag I hate.