[Beagle8U]

From your screen name I take it you like math, so here is a fun formula that, while not exact, comes very close and is useful.

To figure the weight of any fish by measuring with a flexible tape measure. ( such as a tailor uses)

LG squared, divided by 800 = WP

L being length in inches...G being girth in inches... and WP= weight in pounds.

So length times girth squared, divided by 800 will give you weight.

It works with any fish regardless of shape...ie.. a bluegill or a northern pike.

Sorry I'm too puter illiterate to write it in algebra form on the puter.

[LonePalm]

LG squared, divided by 800 = WP

((L*G)**2)/800 = Wt in pounds
Where,
L = Length in inches
G= Girth in inches

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