Umy, do you know if your cover is the DOWCO Climashield Plus fabric?

I do have navionics on my Lowrance units. I’ll definitely take some time to download that entire area before we head up. Drop shot fishing is about my favorite way to catch smallmouth. I figure that will probably be effective with the clear water in that area.

I figured rock reefs would probably be good spots toward the end of July. I would assume points on the islands, especially wind-blown, would be great areas to Target as well. I’ve seen a lot of posts about Yellow Girl Island and bay. That looks like a little bit of a ride, but not terrible. I’ve got a 21-gallon tank. It would be great if there were areas closer, but I can do some traveling around.

Totem has 3-4 island cabins right by the resort. We’re in one of those…should be nice for the family. We can just boat over to either Totem or Yellowbird and use the amenities as well.

Suggestions on areas to fish for walleye and smallmouth in that area? Since I’ll be solo…fishing musky seems a little dicey, but I might bring my gear.

We decided to rent one of the island cabins with Totem 7/25-7/29. Should be a lot of fun!

Any big suggestions on getting through customs smoothly? We’re also thinking about driving part way the day before. Any good places to stay in International Falls or just over the border?

I know I need a manual bailer for the boat and already bought a set of flares. Any sneaky boat regulations that might be easily missed?

Thanks for all the help!

I’m running within 100 rpms of max at WOT. Did you get a better hole shot? Lose much top end?

I’m happy with the prop when I’m alone, but when I add people it bogs down on takeoff. I’m still getting 31 mph by myself and 29-30 with another person in the boat. I feel like that’s pretty solid for this setup.

I’ve got a 10ah Lithium battery. How long do you think that will last?

Any other experiences or opinions?

The QZ looks like the nicest 750 size. Any experience with the QG or QR?