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  1. I procrastinated and the 5 wt tfo is no longer available. Have to choose 4 or 6. Im leaning toward a 4 based on some light reading. I think the question is which is easiest to learn to cast on?
  2. That grand slam line isn't cheap, but I guess nothing about this hobby is supposed to be. Seems like I'd be better off with the TFO unless you'd recommend changing the line on that too...
  3. Does this one fit the bill? I like the price, but is that because it’s 4 wt? I know nothing if that’s not obvious. https://www.outlandusa.com/p/redington-490-4-crosswater-outfit-wcrosswater-reel-4wt-90-4pc
  4. My FIL asked for a "basic fly rod and reel" for Christmas. I'm sure it's been discussed here, but recommendations for a decent starter package? Preferably on the economical side. He lives in Austin. He grew up in Corpus and has a lot of fishing experience, but I don't know that he's every tried fly fishing so consider him a novice.
  5. I need a new heat deflector for my Vision grill. Previously had the lava stone, but it seems to be out of stock everywhere. Any recs on an alternative?
  6. I haven't been, but I've heard this place is really good: https://www.eatwellatx.com/
  7. How much does it cost to get all that chrome polished? Just curious.
  8. Where was this? We back up to a greenbelt and have a pool. This is a fear of mine. So far I've only seen a rat snake (id'd in this thread) and what I believe to be a ribbon snake (pic below) based on the google.
  9. Do you mind sharing your approximate cost for 4 nights all inclusive?
  10. Spoosner

    Tex Mex

    Revisiting this because we decided to give it another try this past Saturday evening after seeing reviews are trending positive. We got queso and guac to start. Queso had good flavor, and my only complaint was the temperature could've been hotter. The guac tasted nice and fresh, but could've used some spice. We didn't mind because that meant our kids were able to eat it. My wife and I split the taco sampler. The birria and campechano tacos were stand outs. The Al Pastor was good, but not great. Did not like the charro beans we got as the side. Kids' plates looked good, and I ate most of their rice because it was tasty. I wasn't a big fan of my mexican martini because it was heavy on the olives for my taste (couldn't complain because I did order a martini), but enjoyed my wife's platinum margarita. All that to say, we enjoyed our meal overall and would say it's worth a try. Service was very fast and friendly. I think figuring out the right order could take it up a notch. Their breakfast looks good as well. Hoping this place continues to improve given its proximity to us.
  11. I'll be out of town. Thanks for taking the time to offer it up.
  12. Interested. Mind sharing which Tuesday in June?
  13. What is that puff of smoke at the end? The demons leaving his body?
  14. Classic example of a classic that's been discussed so many times. Went to Central Market for dinner/kid's school playdate tonight. They hand us a $5 off any $25 of groceries coupon when we check out at the food counter. Fast forward to us finished eating, and we go inside to buy some flowers for a baby shower she has tomorrow. We ring up $24 and change. I comment that if we add a pack of gum we'll actually save money. She instead looks to the magazines, picks up some big/thick fashion one, looks at the price, and hands it to the cashier. $10.99. She at least acknowledges, and laughs about it. 1/2 price magazine!
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