17# no sh&%?!? That is a monster..I would get the same thrill from that as a 60# bass. I know many other's wouldn't but I would.
The biggest I have had is 12 and that was a loooong time ago. Last year we had a couple in the 9 range and I was very happy. And many respectable 5+ fish.
I hope to have the family out their next weekend look for a nice slab.
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