Thought I was on top of perch or crappie, instead I hooked this guy on a 1.5" jig and 4lb test. Almost spooled me 3 times, was an awesome fight. 26", didn't get a weight.
Was deployed to a very hot place with no ice to be had. About 2 months in, I found one with a refrigeration unit attached, and pouring out cold water. Thought I was killed and went to heaven