Hey man i just call it like i see it. I don't think any of us are fisheries biolgists here and have a answer that is absolutly correct. I still stand by my first post saying that it is probably not good for the fish. Im not saying that every fish you lay on the carpet is going to die. But i will tell you i have seen fish that have been caught and handled roughly and now they have big infection looking things on them. I work at lake chabot and there are a few bass that live near the boat dock and on in particular was caught by a stupid co worker of mine and that fish is not looking to good. i know your going to take this as an attack Rob but im just telling you how i see it. Props to you for letting all the big fish you catch go. Im sure your a better fishermen then me, i don't think you have to take what i said as an attak on your catch and release practices. I hope you catch a 10 pounder next time you go to pablo!
jono