Mike,
MY pb is 12lb 100z which i kept 5 years ago so i understand the elation experienced with such a catch- what a feeling.
When this high wore off the remorse set in and i still regret it today but hey thats history.
If only we could spend a little more time with catch before having to release them, but you have to decide on the spot which is difficult.
I don't feel comfortable criticizing anyone for retaining fish as it's a personal choice but do feel a little sad at the same time.
" before you criticize a man walk a mile in his shoes, that way you're at least a mile away and have his shoes"
The Catch and Release trophy is still up for grabs
PJ :