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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News-Record, 1984-06-06, Page 17Ports Naturally Speaking CLINTON 1 WS-RFCORD, WEDNESDAii, JUNE' 84984—PAGEf17 By StQVQ Cooke Fishing spinners I have just returned from an Outdoor Writers. Convention, and am absolutely tunazecl at. some of the new products which ale scheduled to go on the market in the near future. These sneak previews are always exciting, and this year was no exception. The most impressive of these new products is a brand new spinner manufactured by Mepp's. Spinners have been around for a long time, and the Mepp's has always been recognized as the cadillac of the industry. This particular lure has been popular over the years for one simple reason — it works — and though it has often been copied, it'S never been improved upon. Spinners are a bit i*ticular about how they are fished, and different situations require different models. To fish a spinner deep, you need a long thin blade, but to keep it near the surface, a broad short blade gives the best action.. In fast water, the thin blade is needed again, even though it's shallow, to keep it from skipping on the surface. Finding the correct pattern in a certain stretch of water is no problem, but if you are working a variety of types of water, like a river with rapids and pools, you will be constantly changing lures to match the situation. Enter the new series of V.G. Mepp's spinners. This new concept is the first major development in spinners since their — invention, and is bound to win the hearts of fishermen the world over. The V.G. stands for variable geometry and allows the angler to adjust the blade of the spinner to match the water conditions. We had the opportunity to closely inspect some prototypes at the convention,. and I can honestly say that this is a good working lure, and not just a gimmick. All of the mechanics have 'been worked out, and the prototypes will differ from the commercial version only cosmetically. The blade on this lure is hinged and is infinitely variable, allowing it to be adjusted so it will fish properly at any depth, from lust under the surface to as deep as you want to go. The only unfortunate thing about this lure is that it won't be available until this. fall at the earliest, and there is a good chance you won't see it until next spring. The V.G., as I said, stands for variable geometry as far as the Mepp's people are concerned, but I believe that for fishermen, it's bound -to mean Very Good. +++ When you finally do get that new lure, make sure it's tied on properly. Here are a few tips to think of when you're tying your favorite knot. + When making spirals, loops, twist and other first steps involved in knot making, try to keep them a uniform size. This will help the knot draw together neatly and precisely. + As you go to draw the knot together, wet the line slightly. Wet line will draw together more smoothly than dry line. + When you draw or "snug" the knot, apply pressure steadily and evenly. NEVER "pop" the knot, that is, draw' it with a sudden, jerky motion. This will often break the line right away – or worse – make it prone to break when you actually have a fish on. + If you see your knot starting to slip, stop and retie it, if necessary. Even a good knot can cut the line if it slips under stress. + And finally, as you go to snip off the protruding tag end of line, be careful not to nick the knot itself. Even a slight gouge in the line can weaken the knot greatly. + If, despite your best efforts to tie good knots, you're still experiencing, a lot of breakoffs, check the hook or swivel to which you're tied. The problem may not be with the knot, it may be that a rough spot on the hook's eye or swivel is cutting through the line. Merners Lawries. Workman Teachers` Norholrne Top 10 Batters Ab.. .H....Ba Doug Riehl (Merners) 14 9 .643 DaveBartliff (Merners)14 , 8 .571 Jim Switzer (Teachers) 8 4 .500 Angus Hummel (Teachers) 10 5 .500 Paul Middleton (Merners) 14 . 6 .429 Rick Scrimgeour (Lawries) ' 12 5 .417 John Van Loo (Workman) 17 7 .412 Bob Mann (Teachers) 10 4 -.400 Clinton Men's. Fastball Gp....W. 5 4 5 4 6 3 4 1 4 . 0 L....Pts 1 8 1 8 3 6 3 2 4 0 Steve Cook (Lawries) 13 5 .385 Barry Bromley (Lawries) 13 5 .385 Paul Seebach (Workman) 19 7 .368 + Based on 2 at bats per game played. Last Week's Scores May 30 - Lawries ,4 — Workman 1; Merners 13 — Teachers 12. June 4 - Norholme 4 — Workman 13; Merners 5='Lawries 6. Upcoming Games .' Wed. June 6 Norholme vs Lawries — 8 p.m. Teachers vs Workman — 9:45 p.m. Mon: June 11 Lawries vs Teachers — 8p.m., Merners vs Norholme — 9:45 p.m.. Wed. June 13 Norholme vs Teachers — 8 p.m. Merners vs Workman — 9:45 p.m. Houseleagues rescheduled Due to track preparations for the. 1984 Expert Motocross Nationals to be held June 17 at Hully Gully, all house league events scheduled for Saturday, June 9 have been rescheduled for Saturday, June 23. The . Nationals will . see , Southwestern Ontario's top motocross racers challenge Canada's best at Hully Gully. After the. Nationals, racing schedules will be back on track. 47 Church St. Goderich (519) 524.9603 TORY McDONALD June SPECIAL 6 hour Certification Course Reg. '55. NOW ONLY $ 3 5 • NOTICE TO ALL WEED MAN CUSTOMERS: • � Please accept our most sincere apologies for any delay In getting to your lawn. The Wind and Rain in May has put us behind. We are getting to you as quickly as possible gild the job will get done to you total satisfa tion. Thank ou, TOM GR,ASEY, THE WEED MAN 524-2424 The Clinton Midgets dropped a 16-8 game to a team from Exeter last Thursday night. Pictured is Doc Miller keeping a close eye on the action at first base. (Shelley McPhee photo) . Tykes edge St. Marys 12-11 By Darren Stevenson ST. MARYS — On Sunday, June 3, the Clinton Tyke Baseball team travelled to St. Marys and edged the St. Marys team 12-11. The top hitters for Clinton were Scott McClenaghan with a single and a triple -and Allan Hill with a single and a double into right field. Allan Hill started pitching and was relieved in the fifth inning by Mike Pelss. The top hitter for St. Marys was Ryen Oakes who hit two singles and a double. Each team had one big inning. Clinton scored six runs in the top of the fifth and St. Marys scored six runs in the bottom of the fifth. In the bottom of the . seventh and final inning, Clinton was winning by one run and HUNTER SAFETY COURSE Next course will start within two weeks Anyone 15 years or older who is considering hunting in the fall should take, this safety course now - to allow for Ministry of Natural Resources Examination. , ll4l r p CALLWALLACE MONTGOMERY 482-9368 St. Marys had the bases loaded with two out. Pelss managed to strike out the final St. Marys batter and Clinton won the game. Clinton has now won two games straight and is in first place. • Goderich .Township SUMMER SWIMMING PROGRAM For School Age Chiidren REGISTRATION DAYS: Saturday, June 9, 1984 10 am -12 noon August 11: 10 AM - 12 NOON AT THE GODERICH TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY CENTRE 10 CLASSES: S20. PER CHILD OR $55 PER FAMILY (INCLUDES TRANSPORTATION) FIRST PROGRAM STARTS Friday June 29 SECOND PROGRAM WILL START Monday August 20 The Home Of The Great Deal Does it Again, YOU TALK ABOUT SAVINGS Don't Miss Our Outstanding TRUCK June 1-30ONLY '84 --r .tl ( \ UNBEATABLE PRICE UNBEATABLE WARRANTY $50000 In Factory DISCOUNTS Available on 1984 Ram Tough Pickups And Ramcharger Phjmoulh [1 11R1S1 I.IS toad 5 YR/160,d00 km ANEW 5-YEAR/160,000 km limited P4 warranty on outer body panel rust -through. Yours on all 1984 full-size Ram Pickups and Ramchargers. Ask your dealer for full details, NO EXTRA COST ler RAM TOUGH DODGE TAIXISS14 KEEP YOUR EYES ON cGODEFIICH Plymouth -Chrysler Ltd. 414 Huron Road At The Entrance To Goderich vial 524.7383 "Give Away Nights" coming soon GREAT NEWS! ! The Clinton Bicenten- nial Celebrations Committee is sponsoring a "FAREWELL TO SCHOOL" event. The Theatre -on -the -Move, a Toronto based per- forming group will be staging a FREE out- door performance entitled "Proud Beginn- ings" Wednesday, June 27th, 7 p.m. at the Clinton Community Park (near the grands- tand). Local school children will be involved in this production. Plan to attend this unique community event. Polka Dot Door Live Attention Parents! ! The Clinton Bicenten- nial Celebration Committee is hosting a LIVE POLKA DOT DOOR performance on Monday, July 9th at 3 p.m. at the Clinton Fairground Midway. Polkaroo and his pals will be performing a FREE 40 -minute special outdoor show for our children. Polka Dot Door buttons will be available at the show. Softball Tourney The Clinton Katimavik Project staff is staging a "Recreational" Softball Tourney on Saturday, June 16th at the Clinton Public School. This tourney is non-competitive and open to any interested local service clubs, groups or organizations. All participants must be 16 years of age. The tournament is limited to 8 co-ed teams. For further infor- mation, please contact the Recreation Director at 482-3997. Ladies Aerobic Dance Attention Ladies! ! The Clinton Recrea- tion Committee is offering Summer Aerobic Dance classes. Any females ages 10 and over are encouraged to participate in this enjoyable form of exercise. Ideal for mothers and daughters. Classes will be held Tuesday and Thursday evenings 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. starting Tuesday June 5th. For further information contact. Instructor Peggy Jones or the Recreation Director (482-3997). Trim -a -Size Program Attention Ladies! ! The Clinton Recrea- tion Committee is offering a Sumtner Trim - a -Size Program. This 10 -week course will nm Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. starting early June. For more information please contact Instructor Eleanor Ritchie or the Recreation Director. Roller Skating Up -date Clinton Summer Roller Skating will soon feature "Give Away Nights". The only way of finding out what these give away nights are, is by attending the regular roller skating sessions. Also note that Sunday afternoon roller skating will be changed to Sunday evenings 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. during the Raceway season. More details about the give-away nights to. be announced. Clinton Mites even record at 1-1 The Clinton Mite boys evened their season record at 1-1 last Thursday night in Belgrave. In a real slugfest that saw the lead change hands several times, it was the locals who came away with a 20-17 victory. Danny Wildfong led the hit parade with three safeties. Lee Gibbings, Jared Boughen, Chris Dixon and Gerri Cappelli had two hits each while Nathan Burns. Kevin Meade, Mery Gass, Ken Colquhoun, Mark Falconer and Ben Lobb each had one. Scott Wright and Wildfong shared the pitching duties. The team's first home game this Wednesday has been postponed because construction on the public school diamond is not complete. The Mites will be on the road for three games now, (June 13 in Winthrop; June 20 in Belmore; June 26 in Wingham) before their first home game Wed., June 27, against Brussels at 7 p.m. MONEY SAVING SAVE MONEY ON: •EXTERIOR ALKYD WHITE HOUSE PAINT •EXTERIOR LATEX WHITE HOUSE PAINT •INTERIOR/EXTERIOR LIGHT GREY FLOOR ENAMEL )1 )4. EXTERIOR ho paint EXTERIOR alkyd houSe paint YOUR CHOICE REDWOOD SUPER SAVINGS • EXTERIOR OIL STAIN • PENETRATES AND , PROTECTS • WALNUT OR REDWOOD All Prices in effect while supplies last LANGFORD LUMBER NOME CENTRES 99 4 LITRES YOUR CHOICE 99 4 LITRES 230 Bayfield Road CLINTON 482-3995 OHNE Monday to Friday • a.m.-S:30 p.m., Saturday 1 a.m. • 4si p.m. * QUAi:IY PRODUCTS c UAL1 ItD SERVICE COMPETITIVE PRICING