Striper Size- How Big?

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............I'd like a shot at answering your questions.


1. You may find some 15lb. stripers at the New England Aquarium. However, I don't believe they have ever tried filling the tank with bunker to see how big they can get, but they do throw the sharks in there every once and awhile to see how big the sharks can get.

2. I don't know of any modern day "nettings" of Striped Bass over 100lbs, do I believe they exist,,, many-manny-years ago maybe....... 100lbs. TODAY???....I'd have to see it to believe it.

3. Mike Laptew always THINKS he sees big fish when he's diving, he seems to forget that human vision under water gets magnified multiple times, that coupled with the fact that he spends too much time sippin' Margaritas in Costa Rica.

4. I believe there are MANY unreported 50 and perhaps a few 60lb. fish that do not get reported for numerous reasons. However a world record NOT getting reported??? I highly doubt it. The guy who catches a 60 and doesn't report it, is in it for the money. This same guy would also know that a World Record would definately mean more money than dollars per pound. He wouldn't report it for fame but for CASH$$$$$$$


My Summary: I hope to catch a World Record Striper in the same way that I hope to win the PowerBall. I don't think I ever will, but dammit if I don't try as often as I can. I also KNOW that there will be a Power Ball winner just like I KNOW there exists a Striper BIGGER than the current World Record. Never Give-up, Never Surrender!!