I was hoping to get back up there one more time this year. Not sure it will actually happen but I'm hoping it does. I was thinking about waiting until spring to try the gear. I have a basic understanding of how it all works and runs. I have been out on charters several times and we were trolling. Personally I enjoy casting and drifting myself. But I would really like to get familiar with trolling and get a better understanding. I'm sure it will take time luke anything else but I gotta start somewhere. I figured in the spring the fishing will be better and wont be as frustrating if the bite is good