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Raw Queries and Responses

1. Shard Calculation

Query:

Response:

Calculated Shard: 131 (from laksa092)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa131.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical, ml_categories_json AS ml_categories_json, ml_types_json AS ml_types_json, ml_intent_types_json AS ml_intent_types_json, meta_language AS meta_language, attrs_author AS attrs_author, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_publish_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_original_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_original_publish_time, ifNull(attrs_is_republished, 0) AS attrs_is_republished, ifNull(attrs_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_nr_words, ifNull(attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, ifNull(body_ext_links_number, 0) AS body_ext_links_number, ifNull(body_int_links_number, 0) AS body_int_links_number, ifNull(meta_nofollow, 0) AS meta_nofollow, ifNull(meta_noarchive, 0) AS meta_noarchive, ifNull(props_was_rendered, 0) AS props_was_rendered, ifNull(src_redirect, \'\') AS src_redirect, ifNull(download_time_msec, 0) AS download_time_msec, ifNull(download_ttfb_msec, 0) AS download_ttfb_msec, ifNull(download_size, 0) AS download_size FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/","crawl_time":1776635210,"first_indexed_time":1457297937,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"org,takemefishing!www,\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/ s443","src_root_hash":"13318886725398741731","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Fishing Gear and Tackle - Take Me Fishing","meta_descriptions":["Get expert tips on top fishing gear and tackle. Learn best ways to select, organize, use fishing gear. Complete source on everything fishing equipment."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"For many anglers, selecting, organizing and using fishing gear is almost as fun as actually catching fish. There are all kinds of fishing gear and tackle including bait and lures, fishing rigs, fishing rods, and reels to suit your fishing preferences.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/#main-content)\n\n- [State Info](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/state-info \"State Info\")\n  - [Alabama](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/alabama\/)\n    - [Boating](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/alabama\/boating\/)\n    - [Fishing](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/alabama\/fishing\/)\n  - [Alaska](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/alaska\/)\n    - [Boating](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/alaska\/boating\/)\n    - [Fishing](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/alaska\/fishing\/)\n  - [Arizona](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/arizona\/)\n    - [Boating](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/arizona\/boating\/)\n    - [Fishing](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/arizona\/fishing\/)\n  - 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There are all kinds of fishing gear and tackle including bait and lures, fishing rigs, fishing rods, and reels to suit your fishing preferences.\n\nFISHING EQUIPMENT\n\n[![Tips to Know How to Choose Fishing Tackle ](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/3d459224-8933-4ee0-9d61-ddbc1308be37\/how-to-choose-best-fishing-tackle-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Choose Fishing Tackle Learn more about fly, freshwater and saltwater fishing tackle and lures in this section. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/how-to-choose-the-best-fishing-tackle\/)\n\n[![Tips on How to Choose a Fishing Rod ](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/42327993-345f-4840-a801-ca6d0dbc91d1\/How-to-Choose-a-Fishing-Rod-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Choose a Fishing Rod A good fishing rod is probably the most important part of your fishing gear and tackle. 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READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/how-to-choose-fishing-hooks\/)\n\n[![Types of fishing rods](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/22b91492-8c2f-475b-b8ef-90137d1a0ce2\/Best-Fishing-Rods-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Best Fishing Rods Learn how to choose the best fishing rods for the type of fishing you want to do. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/best-fishing-rods\/)\n\n[![How to Choose a Fishing Reel to Match Rod ](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/39963d0b-766d-46f3-b367-f3e8f38a18eb\/8-How-to-choose-fishing-reels-detail.jpg?width=280&height=280&ext=.jpg) How to Choose a Fishing Reel Matching the right reel to the right rod can help you become a better angler. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/how-to-choose-a-fishing-reel\/)\n\n[![Learn more about fishing hook sizes ](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/f082a9f9-e062-439b-8261-6c1e2ef04bca\/fishing-hook-sizes-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Fishing Hook Sizes Learn how to select the best fish hook for the bait and type of fish you want to catch. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/fishing-hook-sizes\/)\n\n[![Best fishing hooks to use to catch and release](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/ca02ac9b-c8ae-407a-91a0-a8c92031e066\/Catch-and-release-hooks-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Catch and Release Hooks Learn what hooks are best to use when practicing catch & release. Why use different hooks. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/catch-and-release-hooks\/)\n\n[![Learn why barbless hooks can be useful when practicing catch and release fishing](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/6a46a845-bc2c-4e12-9189-5ff5c89334d5\/Barbless-hooks-for-fishing-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Barbless Hooks for Fishing Learn what are barbless hooks and why these are useful when practicing catch and release. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/barbless-hooks-for-fishing\/)\n\n[![Fishing Tackle Boxes & Setup Tips ](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/30192d48-1a29-4f42-91fe-493c10993276\/Tackle-boxes-and-tools-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Tackle Boxes and Tools What you carry in your tackle box depends a great deal on what you're fishing for. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/what-you-need-tackle-boxes-and-fishing\/)\n\n[![Advantages of Backpack Tackle Box ](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/40658864-1218-4238-a857-192eabc23127\/backpack-tackle-boxes-detail.jpg?width=280&height=280&ext=.jpg) Backpack Tackle Boxes Backpack tackle boxes let SUP anglers carry surf fishing gear and tackle with ease. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/backpack-tackle-boxes\/)\n\n[![Popular Fishing Line Types & Setup](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/9c687f11-6112-45d5-9645-2aeb1ec55f73\/Types-of-Fishing-Line-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Types of Fishing Line A strong fishing line provides the connection between you and the fish. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/types-of-fishing-line\/)\n\n[![Learn about the different types of fishing pants available](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/365f51c1-5fe1-4b0c-beb8-df476d9e29dd\/Types-of-fishing-pants-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Types of Fishing Pants Pick the right fishing pants for the type of fishing you plan to do. Get tips and more. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/types-of-fishing-pants\/)\n\n[![Learn how to fish from a kayak to catch more fish in shallow, secluded spots](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/7380e155-ceec-43ce-bb23-3e6b3f700189\/Kayak-fishing-gear-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Kayak Fishing Gear Learn what type of kayak fishing equipment and safety gear you need to get started. 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READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/womens-fishing-gear\/)\n\n[![Learn how to switch reels](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/1d1afcb9-6af3-4aa7-b163-dfbfe4b3174c\/switch-reels-display.jpg?width=280&height=280&ext=.jpg) How to Switch Reels Learn how to switch reels, or spinning reel handle sides, in a few simple steps. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/how-to-switch-reels\/)\n\n[![How to Measure Fishing Hook Size](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/c86da60c-2b5a-4fe5-bc73-ef9af78028f3\/How-to-measure-hook-size-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Measure Hook Size With many fishing hook sizes available, learn to pick the right one for any species. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/how-to-measure-hook-size\/)\n\n[![How to Tie Fishing Line Together ](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/7c6c6283-039f-45ea-ac3a-b33c2d30f447\/How-to-tie-fishing-line-together-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Tie Fishing Line Together Knots are critical for anglers. Learn how to tie a fishing line to another line securely. READ MORE](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/how-to-fish\/fishing-gear-and-tackle\/how-to-tie-fishing-line-together\/)\n\n[![Ball Sinker](https:\/\/www.takemefishing.org\/getmedia\/ea17a6da-2978-4c53-983a-b286687e9a21\/How-to-use-ball-sinkers-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Use Ball Sinkers Knowing how to put a sinker on a fishing line is a must for all beginner anglers. 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There are all kinds of fishing gear and tackle including bait and lures, fishing rigs, fishing rods, and reels to suit your fishing preferences. FISHING EQUIPMENT [![Tips to Know How to Choose Fishing Tackle ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/3d459224-8933-4ee0-9d61-ddbc1308be37/how-to-choose-best-fishing-tackle-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Choose Fishing Tackle Learn more about fly, freshwater and saltwater fishing tackle and lures in this section. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/how-to-choose-the-best-fishing-tackle/) [![Tips on How to Choose a Fishing Rod ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/42327993-345f-4840-a801-ca6d0dbc91d1/How-to-Choose-a-Fishing-Rod-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Choose a Fishing Rod A good fishing rod is probably the most important part of your fishing gear and tackle. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/how-to-choose-a-fishing-rod/) [![Fishing Weights and Bobbers You'll Need ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/85d639de-8110-4530-8164-737197c0d196/Fishing-weights-and-bobbers-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Fishing Weights and Bobbers Learn differences between fishing weights, bobbers, sinkers, and other terminal tackle. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/fishing-weights-bobbers/) [![Fishing Hooks: Sizes, Types, Anatomy ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/b8ae822c-e240-4777-9d9f-8d9ec52a9a86/How-to-Choose-Fishing-Hooks-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Choose Fishing Hooks Learn more about the different parts of fishing hooks, different types and sizes. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/how-to-choose-fishing-hooks/) [![Types of fishing rods](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/22b91492-8c2f-475b-b8ef-90137d1a0ce2/Best-Fishing-Rods-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Best Fishing Rods Learn how to choose the best fishing rods for the type of fishing you want to do. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/best-fishing-rods/) [![How to Choose a Fishing Reel to Match Rod ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/39963d0b-766d-46f3-b367-f3e8f38a18eb/8-How-to-choose-fishing-reels-detail.jpg?width=280&height=280&ext=.jpg) How to Choose a Fishing Reel Matching the right reel to the right rod can help you become a better angler. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/how-to-choose-a-fishing-reel/) [![Learn more about fishing hook sizes ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/f082a9f9-e062-439b-8261-6c1e2ef04bca/fishing-hook-sizes-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Fishing Hook Sizes Learn how to select the best fish hook for the bait and type of fish you want to catch. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/fishing-hook-sizes/) [![Best fishing hooks to use to catch and release](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/ca02ac9b-c8ae-407a-91a0-a8c92031e066/Catch-and-release-hooks-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Catch and Release Hooks Learn what hooks are best to use when practicing catch & release. Why use different hooks. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/catch-and-release-hooks/) [![Learn why barbless hooks can be useful when practicing catch and release fishing](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/6a46a845-bc2c-4e12-9189-5ff5c89334d5/Barbless-hooks-for-fishing-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Barbless Hooks for Fishing Learn what are barbless hooks and why these are useful when practicing catch and release. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/barbless-hooks-for-fishing/) [![Fishing Tackle Boxes & Setup Tips ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/30192d48-1a29-4f42-91fe-493c10993276/Tackle-boxes-and-tools-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Tackle Boxes and Tools What you carry in your tackle box depends a great deal on what you're fishing for. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/what-you-need-tackle-boxes-and-fishing/) [![Advantages of Backpack Tackle Box ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/40658864-1218-4238-a857-192eabc23127/backpack-tackle-boxes-detail.jpg?width=280&height=280&ext=.jpg) Backpack Tackle Boxes Backpack tackle boxes let SUP anglers carry surf fishing gear and tackle with ease. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/backpack-tackle-boxes/) [![Popular Fishing Line Types & Setup](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/9c687f11-6112-45d5-9645-2aeb1ec55f73/Types-of-Fishing-Line-detail-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Types of Fishing Line A strong fishing line provides the connection between you and the fish. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/types-of-fishing-line/) [![Learn about the different types of fishing pants available](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/365f51c1-5fe1-4b0c-beb8-df476d9e29dd/Types-of-fishing-pants-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Types of Fishing Pants Pick the right fishing pants for the type of fishing you plan to do. Get tips and more. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/types-of-fishing-pants/) [![Learn how to fish from a kayak to catch more fish in shallow, secluded spots](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/7380e155-ceec-43ce-bb23-3e6b3f700189/Kayak-fishing-gear-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Kayak Fishing Gear Learn what type of kayak fishing equipment and safety gear you need to get started. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/kayak-fishing-gear/) [![Top Fishing Kayak Accessories & Gear ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/8f4cd858-ad64-4c4b-89c6-ed4fd508d301/Fishing-kayak-accessories-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Fishing Kayak Accessories Learn about kayak fishing gear that can take your angling experience to the next level. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/fishing-kayak-accessories/) [![Learn about women’s fishing gear and clothing](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/895b5b4c-66cd-44f6-b547-179368b3fb28/Women-s-fishing-gear-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) Women's Fishing Gear Learn about women’s fishing gear and clothing to keep you comfortable while fishing. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/womens-fishing-gear/) [![Learn how to switch reels](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/1d1afcb9-6af3-4aa7-b163-dfbfe4b3174c/switch-reels-display.jpg?width=280&height=280&ext=.jpg) How to Switch Reels Learn how to switch reels, or spinning reel handle sides, in a few simple steps. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/how-to-switch-reels/) [![How to Measure Fishing Hook Size](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/c86da60c-2b5a-4fe5-bc73-ef9af78028f3/How-to-measure-hook-size-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Measure Hook Size With many fishing hook sizes available, learn to pick the right one for any species. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/how-to-measure-hook-size/) [![How to Tie Fishing Line Together ](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/7c6c6283-039f-45ea-ac3a-b33c2d30f447/How-to-tie-fishing-line-together-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Tie Fishing Line Together Knots are critical for anglers. Learn how to tie a fishing line to another line securely. READ MORE](https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/fishing-gear-and-tackle/how-to-tie-fishing-line-together/) [![Ball Sinker](https://www.takemefishing.org/getmedia/ea17a6da-2978-4c53-983a-b286687e9a21/How-to-use-ball-sinkers-500.jpg?width=500&height=500&ext=.jpg) How to Use Ball Sinkers Knowing how to put a sinker on a fishing line is a must for all beginner anglers. 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