I have, as a part of my love of angling, what can only be described as a "hotrodder" mentality…read moretoward older, classic fishing reels. They were the standards of quality back when, but can they be tweaked, tuned, and modified so that they outperform the out-of-the-box must-have hardware that trendy fisherfolk snap up after every year's Fishing Show? My desire is to do as much of the work myself as my resources and abilities will allow, but I know and understand that I need a mentor to teach me, by example, the zen of fishing reel maintenance, repair, and improvement. I mean, a Shovelhead Harley is always a Shovelhead Harley, but how to make it become ALL the Shovelhead Harley that it can be? My first desire was to find a local craftsman, but my searches all ended up in communities around North Georgia far, far from my Newnan home. Telephone calls to shops within a 100 mile radius yielded people eager to take my order, but lacking any signs of dedication to the sport. So, my search progressed outward via the Internet, followed by short phone conversations, until I called Mat's Reel Repair in way-up-north-and-snowy Eagle River, Wisconsin. When I called, Mat himself answered. Awesome. After some vague, tenderfoot questions from me, which Mat handled very diplomatically, we got into the kind of conversation that only two soaked-to-the-bone lovers of the great outdoors and the art of angling could share. That did it for me. I shipped off a much beloved Abu Garcia 5600 reel to be cleaned, micropolished, tuned, and have high performance sealed spool and worm gears installed, plus some other enhancements. He sent me an estimate of $54.50 (so reasonable I swooned), and I authorized the work. He finished it a week later, emailed me an invoice, which I paid, and the reel arrived 2 business days later. It is now Pavarotti, not a community opera singer. I have taken it apart, and oooohed and ahhhed at the finesse of the work. It's almost a shame to set it to work hauling heavy fish through miry waterweeds and casting time after time into brackish coastal waters, but it will be a joy, also.

You get what you pay for. If you want your reel in like new condition or better from skilled…read moreindividuals who take pride in their work, service, and dedication look no further than Mat Hegy and his team. Was called about one of my reels that may cost a bit more to repair and took the time to listen and consult next steps. Everything from the shipping, bubble wrap packing door to door. There is a reason they repair nearly all reels, makes, and models from most eras nationally and worldwide.

Diane at Trigs Floral was a dream to work with. I gave her all of my ideas and photos and what she…read morecreated was beyond words. She met with me whenever I was in town, always made time for me, was very responsive and overall was just a pleasure. But truly the best part of the whole experience was the final product. I wanted a wildflower look, with lime greens/whites/peach and coral and what she created absolutely blew me away. They were breathtaking and everyone raved about them. Diane - You helped make our wedding day the best. Thank you for everything.

My son and daughter in law wanted theirs wedding up North. There are not many options for many of…read morethe serves you need to throw a big wedding. Trigs Floral in Eagle River was so easy to work with and came right in on budget! We received so many compliments on how beautiful the the decor was and that was in a big part to Trigs Floral. They really listened and delivered exactly what my daughter in law wanted! Thank you!!

ice cream was a tasty treat on a hot day! the 2 workers at the ice cream shop were friendly and…read morehelpful. The guy in the store was also pleasant, helpful, and friendly. there were only two containers of leaches so he quickly refilled fridge with fishing bait.thanks for being here!

Don't advertise dairy-free ice cream (not sorbet) and then give a bunch of excuses why you can't…read morescoop it. It's too hard or you can come back later. Dumb!