I really like that you talk about the safety of a float plan...

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!!

@larrydallas3720

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS 11111

Man i have learned so much from you. I have been out with multiple guides for hours and you have taught me so much more than they ever even tried to. Thank you!

Wonderdul tips as usual! Thank you so much for it!

You are the man Mike, Thanks for sharing your striper knowledge with us.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it brother!! Thanks 👍👍👍😁😁😁😁

Thanks Mike for sharing your years of experience and knowledge with us all!

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure brother!! 😁👍

Float plan=GENIUS!! first time I see this and anyone referencing souls. Thank you for sharing your knowledge of fishing and how to give our loved ones a piece of mind. God bless

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!! Agreed!!👍

Thanks for making this video. Great fishing and boating safety tips!

Love what u said at the end i bet many many people don’t do it but they really should

Never really thought much about a float plan but boy my wife does. It’s like playing 20 questions before I go fishing. Haha. Gotta love her cause she loves me. Good video man

Excellent tip on the staggered hooks with multiple lines out. Have learned a lot from you channel. Best channel for northeast bass hunters

Great advice as always brother thanks

We really appreciate all the tips on gear that you provide. Thanks!

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! I appreciate that Kelly!!

THANK YOU . brilliant advice on the float plan . people dont relize how important that is

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!!👍👍

Thanks for the solid tips sir! Im rigging up for the fall now, this is helpful.

As always love the videos

You are awesome. Thanks for REAL fishing tips

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!!

The slammer 3 5500 penn fully sealed except one part 40lb drag best rod ever. 100+lb fish 100 yards mono 175 of spider wire superslick to 10ft mono leader amazong. Surf and boat. Great real small ugly stick is grwat. Lighter the gear the better the fight. Great job guys love the info keep it up.

Nice video as always. Great advice on filing a float plan. They save lives.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!!👍😁😁👍

Learning so much 🙏

Great information thank you!!!

Perfect on the managing a spread cant get people to understand that they always want 8 rods out 4 on each side and 1 out the back.Thinking there getting more done u can get twice as much done with half the rods because u can keep those all controlled exactly like u want them and cut into little cuts etc.Great video bro as always!!!

I would also add to the safety portion of the video to not go beyond the capabilities of your boat. For instance I own a 12'×36" Jon boat. Before going anywhere, I check the wind speeds for the location where I plan to fish. If the wind speed is over 10 mph, I won't go out in big water. If somebody owns a pontoon boat, they probably shouldn't go out in the ocean (especially in high winds). Anyway keep up the good work, Mike.

First time I have seen one of your videos. I like how you do it. New subscriber.

I’ve gotta try that free lining with some planer boards. Great video Mike👍

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!!

Thanks for the helpful tips

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

👍👍

As always, a great video! Thank you! Jim

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

18 күн бұрын

I appreciate you Jim🙏🙏🙏🙏😁

GREAT advice about filing a float plan with a friend or loved one! Eagle Scout safety protocols is how you stay alive.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!!

@davidhalesmith2491

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS Do you still do charters? I'd like to look you up and go out fishing if I'm ever in your neighborhood. I do some work with the great Sam Jones of The Skylight Inn, legendary whole hog bbq joint in Ayden NC, and now open Sam Jones BBQ in Winterville NC. Not exactly around the corner from you but it does give me occasion to visit NC every once in a while.

Great advice

Great vid gentlemen! Appreciate the tips and float plan to close

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Yes sir!!! Thanks brother

Hey Mike, I take a spark plug cable and pull the wire out of the center. Cut it into bead sized parts and use it in place of beads on heavy egg sinker rigs. You could still add the beads if you want the noise but just put the rubber next to your swivel. It really reduces the impact of the weight (and beads) slamming into the swivel.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

2 жыл бұрын

Great info!! Thanks brother!!

Amazing video, Good Sir! Informative and enlightening. Stay Blessed & Unstoppable!!!!

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SIR!!! I appreciate that brother!!

Great tips 🎣🎣

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!!👍😁👍😁

Great message at the end! Nice video 👍

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!!

Thank you so much for the float plan information. 6:15 Your a real one in my book. Got a like and subscription from me bro.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!! I really appreciate that!

@davidhalesmith2491

4 жыл бұрын

Same here 👊🏻

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

👍👍

Well Done

Just sub love this video esp the last part safety first

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Junior!!!😁👍

You done a wonderful video. It a five star video.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

Great video with good information and very sound advice especially about the float plan. Radios and cell phones on occasion fail to work while you're out on the water but a float plan is your insurance policy that someone (9 times out of 10) will call for help if you're unable to. Thanks

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!

Awsome tip on where to look the live bait to control the air and it's action,heading to Oklahoma next week to my favorite spot and will use the new rigging technique!! Very shallow river there and keeping bait active close to bottom will be a great advantage!! Let you know the outcome

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

Жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Let me know how you do brother!!

Wow I've never left a float plan before. I promise you my friend I will from here on out. You need to be on a float plan commercial. It means more coming from a real Captain. Awesome Video!

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

I will be sure to make a separate video just on the float plan. Great idea. Thanks.

Great catch for the first striper.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

10 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!🙏🙏🙏

Crank baby crank! LOL

Absolutely. Safety first

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

👍👍

Hey mike, if I'm going for stripers at a lake? Can I send brim or bluegill down deep if I needed too? Or will they die if sent to deep?

Mike - did you make the rear rod holder bar at the stern of your boat? Any info on parts or supplier are appreciated.

What brand and size mono do you recommend? The link didn't work . Great videos . Just ordered 2 stealth rods .

Fishing smith Mtn right now caught some Striper in a cast net any other tips beside main lake points Thanks Man

Hey Mike - I can’t seem to find the glass beads you reference. I see tons of plastic ones - but I know you like the glass for sound. Can you drop a link here? Thx much!

Excellent video! I’m just starting to get into this fishery. How much line do you let out with the sinkers? Seems as though they are not really needed as well.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

2 жыл бұрын

I will set some way out and some close. I stagger the lengths on every other rod to reduce the chances for tangles with each other. You are correct, the weights aren’t 100% needed. Try some with weight and some without until you find what is working best. 👍👍👍👍.

Safety first.....Fish on....

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

👍👍

I have so many hooks to last me a lifetime, I also rarely lose hooks. Lol

You mention no snell, in preference for palomar, just curious as to why?

Mike - you show 3 ways of rigging bunker on this video - great info. For new fisherman that catch a lot more live mackerel sabiki fishing than "snagging" or cast-netting bunker - how do you compare the 2? Can you catch the same big Stripers on mackerel just like bunker? Or is bunker that much preferred by the Striper? Also, I always have hooked the mackerel on the neck, just behind the head. Is that the best method for live mackerel, or do you use the same 3 varying hook configurations to keep your baits spread about the water, just like bunker tips you gave?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Good questions. We fish with Joe Marciano of the Hard Merchandise quite a bit up in Boston and Gloucester. We used Macks up there and caught lots of good fish, but when he sees Bunker around he wants them over Macks. The Macks aren’t as hearty as the Bunker so we just hooked them in the nose, the shoulders is also fine the way your doing it. Hooking them in the tail will probably kill them quicker. Check out a few of these. There are 5 or 6 videos on my channel with him. kzread.info/dash/bejne/m3WKyMiKiLbPdZs.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZoeNycmwn9zOnKw.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZY57ubGqhtXRo9Y.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/pZZ3pKeIZajIZ5M.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/lpym2JSGodCwe6g.html

What is with plastic beads to protect and not the plastic bead is harder than the lead egg sinker

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

10 ай бұрын

You’re right. I use glass beads that have bigger holes so the knot goes inside the bead.

Hey Mike, what size mutu hooks do u recommend? I've seen u use 2/0 in other videos.. thanks for the great videos sir!!

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

I use 2/0 with 4” baits. 3/0-4/0 with 6-8” baits. 6/0-7/0 with eels. 8/0-9/0 with live adult Bunker 10-12” or chunking one saltwater. Chunking in freshwater I use 4/0-5/0 unless the lake holds fish over 40lbs, then I may go larger.

Where do u buy live bunker

Love your videos. Do have a question. How far out are your lines and will it still work at night thanks

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

One rod will be as far as we can get it leaving a safe amount of line left and then we go a bit shorter on the next and so on. We do this at night all the time. 👍

how long is the leader line?

Nice video thanks. What type of mono you guys prefer? I've used mostly Big Game in the past just wondering if any new better mono out there nowadays. Thanks.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

I used Big Game for many years until Pro Spec came out. I really like it. 👍👍 The quality of Big Game has dropped some recently.

@rtorres3442

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply. That brand available locally? Planning to fish Tuesday. If not I may use Ande Premium.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

It’s made by Berkely so it should be.

Thank you Sir for the info, I'm new and I feel like I can catch a nice stripe bass now...ur a true professional 🎮...wondering what time to head out early Am or mid day or evening? We got MD WATERS

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Grip It Sleek LLC early and late is best. We usually do the afternoon thru evenings.

why don't you snell straight shank circles??

I am fishing out of a kayak. I am able to catch spot to live line with. What depth of water should I then try to get to for live lining for stripers?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

I look for shallow flats near deep water. If there is bait on those flats the fish will move up as the sun goes down.

Great ending....with the advice as most ppl do shit and not care who is left behind to worry

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!! You’re right.

The line link in the description isnt working. What pound test is the mono mainline and what company? thank you

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

Жыл бұрын

I’ve been testing this line for over 2 years now and I love it. It’s way more affordable too. Their braid is great as well👍👍amzn.to/3D1bYm7

Hey Mike what rod length do you recommend for a bank fisherman ? Seems 7'6" is too short.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

The longer the better for casting distance. A stiffer rod will cast further, but if you’re a bait guy you want a soft tip and if you’re a plug guy you want the lighter rods so you won’t get exhausted. Catfish Dave does a lot of bank fishing. Check out his channel, he has a list of his gear in descriptions. 👍👍👍

Mike, don't you have to use a non-offset hooking when fishing for striped bass ?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

It’s strongly recommended for 2020 and will become mandatory in 2021.

We fish from the bank for these in Oregon. was wondering should I be using 2 hooks for our anchovies and herring? and if so, is it better to rig with the head at bottom hook?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

2 жыл бұрын

A lot depends on the size bait versus the size fish you are seeing. Water clarity plays a part too. If it’s clear water go with a single hook in the tail to keep the bait swimming away from the bank. If you use 2 hook rig, yes put bottom hook in head.

@ChRiStRiDa7

2 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS ok thank you. We just use frozen anchovies or herring.

Any reason you are not making mention of the Abu C reels as well for less expensive options?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

I have them listed in my freshwater stuff for more affordable, but not in salt. They just don’t have the line capacity for larger mono lines.

WTF, I’ve been striper fishing for 4 days and had no luck, first cast with this about 10 mins I hook up🤣

You should send them a screenshot of a map while you are on the water

Mike, great video. You seem a fan of casting rod set-ups and am interested why that is. What’s your comparison to spinning setups specifically for Striper fishing? I’ve used Shimano Bait Runner reels on spinning setups for live bait fishing forever and wanted to know if you had any luck?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

I used to guide for lake trout with your same exact rig. It’s the best when you need to let a fish run and take the bait down. For larger fish a casting setup gives you much more power and comfort but You can easily do what we do with your spinning gear, make sure you use mono for live and cut bait.

@heybyespin2683

4 жыл бұрын

Mike Smedley - thanks! Toughest problem is knowing how long to let them run before reeling for hook set. So I usually allow them 30 seconds or more on a tear ... then when I think they’ve slowed down and have turned the bait down the gullet - I start reeling. But I do miss some fish, but I suppose mostly smaller fish that take longer to get her down. So the Bait Runner set on light pull (to me) is better than free spoiling a standard reel. But are there tips on how not to have to wait so long with the Striper crashing a bait and then going on a long tear! Thx ! Great info!

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

I personally lock up the drag and firmly pull up on the rod to help the circle hook when the baits are hooked in the mouth. Stripers vacuum feed the entire bait so you shouldn’t need to let them run if you are using mono and a soft tip rod. This let’s them complete the vacuum process without feeling the rod. You should not miss any fish large enough to fit the bait entirely in its mouth. Braid and a stiff tip will kill you every time. They will drop it. You May miss smaller fish.

@heybyespin2683

4 жыл бұрын

Mike Smedley thank you!! ... that is some seriously good advice that I have a feeling will pay off big. I am a believer! Little tips like this usually make all the difference for former lake fisherman like me trying to learn the ocean craft. Again - much appreciated!

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

You got it brother!! You’re very right! Something as simple as using mono over braid will double your catch ratio.

Another great video. Good mix of subjects. No snell? Always palomar? Thx

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother!! These straight shank hooks are incredible with a regular knot and no snell. I’ve tried and experimented with every combination of hook, knot and snell over the years and this setup has the best hookup ratio I’ve seen.

@duaynebarr4392

4 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS No doubt, palomars are great with most line types and weights. They also help brittle lines by splitting the load at the most critical part of the knot. But I prefer my modified snell for live bait trolling and I feel I lose nothing with it. When tied right, I've found my hook up rate has improved dramatically by turning the hook point into the mouth at the most critical time. I also wanted something I could tie fast and easy. I'll try to get a video over to you on it. A knot class would be a very beneficial video for you some time!

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

I do believe a snell improves hookups with bent eye hooks, but once I switched to straight eye circle hooks (especially with Owner MUTU hooks) and a Palomar my hookups have improved beyond belief in every application. If you have anything less than 90% strike to hookup, give them a try.

🙂👍🏻👍🏻

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

😁👍👍

Hey Mike, did you grow up in Middlesex NJ?

Mike, do you have a link to the fiery alternative reel?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Here ya go brother. amzn.to/2Y4izJD

Mike I live on the Back River Bay. Stripper spring season starts Sunday May 16th this year. My son and I are headed out Taug fishing Sat Thimble Sholes. Sleeoing on the boat. 0430 Start Striper fishing. Any suggestions on a location down by Cherry Stone VA?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Any points you can find should hold fish trolling is the fastest way to find them but casting plugs works great too.

@Hitech82

3 жыл бұрын

Thank a lot pal. I will let you know how me make out.. We love you videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge pal. Most fishermen are tight lipped down here.

What type of hook do you use for eeling ?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Owner MUTU 7/0.

Where were you at?

Any chance you can update the link for the Owner hooks you use? It shows the link as expired on Amazon.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

I’m on it. Thanks.

We Fishing

What pound test of mono do you suggest?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

We use 30 for everything, but if you’re using smaller reels you might have to down size to 25 or 20.

@shap3348

4 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS thank you so much. Love the channel and hopefully i can catch my first striper!

What boat do you use?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Sea Pro 248 Bay. 👍👍👍

Would you recommend this rig for cut bait also

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Just upsize the hook by 1 or 2 sizes.

@apolloandcreedbulldogges2229

3 жыл бұрын

Mike Smedley thnx I’m new sub ready digging your videos man

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother. I appreciate that 👍👍

Medium heavy casting rods been sold out for like 6 months now. 🤷‍♂️

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Partially my fault. I recommend MH a lot and with this mess going on they can’t get them quick enough.

What fish is that? the one used as bait

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

It’s Bunker. Atlantic Menhaden. 👍

@TheTransnocho

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS Thanks pal! Im gonna be in Tennessee next week and have high hopes of catching my first striper!

@TheTransnocho

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS Any tips for the freshwater ones?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheTransnocho depending on where you’re going I would troll umbrella rigs on the main lake near points.

@TheTransnocho

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS WOW thanks for the fast reply bro! Will definitely look into that spot and bait!!

Hi Mike How do I contact you to schedule a Striper guided trip? Would love to get out with you!

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

2 жыл бұрын

I actually don’t do charters anymore. I never know exactly where I’ll be fishing so it’s not really possible to book anything in advance. Shoot me an email though. You can always jump on with us if you can deal with short notice. Mikesmedley9@gmail.com 👍👍

@mctactical

2 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS ok great thanks. Will do!

Is the company selling the rod still in business ??? Their website says all rods out of stock.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah. They sell out within days of receiving new stock unfortunately. They just can’t make them fast enough. That’s why I haven’t posted any new videos on them. Hopefully they will catch up, but everyone is buying fishing gear right now making it even tougher.

Why not a snell?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

A snell isn’t really best for a straight eyed hook, but I rarely snell a bent eye to be honest. After so many years I just have confidence in a knot. I don’t like the way the front edge of the bent eye looks with a snell. It looks like it can stop the hook from sliding when you study it.

rear hooking lets fish stay lower in water column . not sure why he thinks they would come to top.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

Three things happen when you hook the fish in the tail. 1. Lead Weight pulls down the tail. Head points up. 2. The fish is being pulled backwards so the gills get pulled open which brings it to the surface. 3. The fish swims in circles which brings it to the surface.

@ChrisGolas

3 жыл бұрын

@@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS is this also in the Raritan Bay? I was thinking about going out Saturday for the first time in 15 years. Can you give me some advice to a novice fisherman.

Your rig is a Carolina rig !

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Yep. Fun fact. 😁We were all using this well before it was named the Carolina rig. Fishermen have been using it for at least 30 years before it was named in 1980. How does something like that happen I wonder??

Does mom know your not wearing a life vest?

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣

I dont know where you find these empty bodies of water, but every time i start working a school of bait, a googan has to fly by going 40 mph, especially when im trolling live baits. Im starting to dislike the salem sound.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

3 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely part of the game, it can be very frustrating for sure.

Your REEL link, doesn't take you to a reel...

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

Fixed it. Thanks.

Why do you guys insist on reeling with the clicker on? That absolutely causes the clicker to need replacement on Accurate reels

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

4 жыл бұрын

It’s for the video-sake mostly. So the viewer can hear the fish take drag. I actually did a poll to see what people prefer, and it was a landslide win for clicker on.

U got dirt on ur chin !! Bubba !!! Lol !!

such an a$$hole to use a live fish for that.

I love how these KZread fishing guys leave the clickers on the whole time they fight and reel in a fish, ensuring to wear their gears as much as possible.

@MikeSmedleyOLDSCHOOLSTRIPERS

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your concern for my “gears”. And I thought nobody cared. ❤️