22 lber on 4 lb test pic

[NJ219bands]

5/12/2020 caught and released a 22 lber with corn on a #8 gold hook and 4 lb test line in a NJ park lake.

[Billfish715]

Skill and lots of luck went into landing that razor lipped beast. They love corn meant for carp and are often a by catch. Getting them to move out of the mud is the trick. I've had them dig in after I hooked them and they just wouldn't budge. Besides one not biting through the line, coaxing it onto the bank is another challenge.

[thmyorke1]

nasty looking beast. wicked to haul it in on 4 lb

[Jedhead]

Never had it, but understand they make some good soup. I'll stick to clam chowder!