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Summer 2017 Summer 2017 Hi All, Welcome to the summer issue of WesternBass Magazine. With all of the rain we encountered this past winter, we have the possibility for fishing lakes that have been low for some time plus, with the snow pack these waters should remain hi throughout the summer. I hope to the season finds you all out fishing these great conditions. The year has seen large attendance for many of the circuits - Wild West, Best Bass Tournaments and Future Pro Tour, WON Bass, which are all site advertisers. I want to thank you all for supporting our advertisers, without them, this site and the WesternBass.com digital publication that you are reading wouldn’t be possible. Please continue to support them as they make all of this possible. We have many things to look forward to during our summer season. Something WesternBass always enjoys is the trip to ICAST. As usual we be on the floor to bring you a glimpse at the new items coming from your favorite manufacturers. We will be excited to finally here what the top secret Yo-Zuri product is that is being covertly advertised in this issue (click to see!). I also am excited for the upcoming summer specialty events that take place each year, like the Yamamoto Big Bass Challenge, the Snag Proof Open and the Ultimate Frog Challenge. As always good fishing - see you out on the water.
Spring 2017
Spring 2017 Hi All, Looks like it’s time to kick off a new season of fishing. For some of us in California, that may be on hold due to the high water levels. We are excited to see the fishing trips and tournaments resume in areas that have been affected. I would like to congratulate the Wild West Bass Trail for their record attendance 181 boat draw at their Shasta event and to Best Bass Tournaments for their 128 boat draw at their Northern Region opener at Berryessa. Like longtime WesternBass viewer Jeff Huth said – I think we are safe to say that the fisherman in and around NorCal are ready to fish!!! And, how exciting is to watch – what seems to be an endless supply – of world record-sized spotted bass be caught and sent in to IGFA for certification. Who knows where the next one will come from, what it will weigh and who will catch it – could it be you? Lastly, I want to share my thoughts and prayers with those, such as the Clear Lake, Oroville and Delta residents, that are facing uncertainty and loss due to flooding and evacuations that have occurred because of the rains.
Winter 2017
Winter 2017 Hi all, As we wrap up the fall season and get ready to jump into winter bassin’, I want to congratulate Angler’s Marine on their 30th anniversary of Bass-A-Thon. As always the “West’s biggest bass fishing show” did not disappoint. It is always one of the greatest bass events of the year. If you missed out on the action, you can catch up with some of the pros and vendors in the forums and you can stay tuned to WesternBass.com. We will be bringing the pro seminars to you on the site, courtesy of Angler’s Marine. We are anxiously looking ahead to the next sports show on the agenda – ISE Sacramento, coming Jan. 19 – 22. We are also excited as all of our tournament organizations get geared up for the new season. The tournament calendar can help you get your schedule together. As a Holiday bonus, WesternBass.com is serving up this extra issue of bass catching action to close out 2016. Check out the whole year in the WesternBass.com Magazine Library. Finally, I would like to congratulate George Kramer “job well done” on 20 years of Kramer Gone Fishing! George has decided to close down the blog and pursue more fishing time and also plans to continue writing on Westernbass. Enjoy!

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Industry Press Releases

SHIMANO BRINGS ALL-NEW CURADO K BAITCASTING REELS TO HARDCORE ANGLERS – THE MUST HAVE REEL FOR EVERY DAY, EVERY WEEKEND
SHIMANO BRINGS ALL-NEW CURADO K BAITCASTING REELS TO HARDCORE ANGLERS – THE MUST HAVE REEL FOR EVERY DAY, EVERY WEEKEND ICAST Show Introduction – Now available from select tackle shops -- With a new look and technology focused on reliability and durability, Shimano’s all-new Curado 200 K series baitcasting reels are ready for anything from hardcore tournament use, to day-after-day, weekend-after-weekend performance. The new Curado series was just introduced at the tackle industry’s annual trade – ICAST – where it took ‘best new freshwater reel’ honors in the event’s ‘New Product Showcase’ awards. Starting the week of July 17, select tackle retailers will already have these award-winning reels available for anglers.
Bennett Marine aquired by Yamaha
Bennett Marine aquired by Yamaha Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. announces the acquisition of Bennett Marine, Inc., creator of the adjustable trim tab. The company is known for hydraulic trim tab systems and the recently launched Bolt electric trim tab and AutoTrim Pro systems. With its manufacturing facility and headquarters in Deerfield Beach, Fla., Bennett Marine will become a part of Yamaha's newly created subsidiary, Yamaha Marine Systems Company, Inc., (hereafter "YMSC").
Daiwa Releases New Ballistic LT Lightweight Spinning Reels
Daiwa Releases New Ballistic LT Lightweight Spinning Reels Daiwa is pleased to announce the introduction of a versatile line of spinning reels well suited for freshwater, inshore and offshore applications. The Ballistic LT series of spinning reels were designed lighter and stronger in a more compact package. The strength of the Zaion housing is an example of the LT design concept of Light but Tough. At the heart of the reel is a machined A7075 Aircraft Grade Aluminum DIGIGEAR designed for smoothness, strength and durability. The main shaft utilizes the Magseal which prevents water and debris intrusion. The reel is long-casting and extremely smooth employing a 7 Bearing System. With models ranging from 1000 to 6000 size the Ballistic LT line of spinning reels are designed for a wide range of gamefish incorporating many different techniques. The Ballistic LT series of reels is a prime example of Daiwa's commitment to the LT Concept of modern spinning reel design, smaller, lighter yet stronger.
Best in Class Awarded to Berkley with FireLine Ultra 8
Best in Class Awarded to Berkley with FireLine Ultra 8 The new thermally fused BERKLEY® FireLine® Ultra 8 hooked a top award at the 2017 ICAST New Product Showcase "Best in Show" awards in Orlando, Florida, receiving Best in Category for New Fishing Line Products. The toughest FireLine on the market, anglers will be able to tighten the drag without worrying about the line breaking. This reassurance will help anglers of all levels build the confidence to cast into structure where the bigger fish like to hide.
ICAST 2017 Largest, Plans for 2018 Announced
ICAST 2017 Largest, Plans for 2018 Announced ICAST 2017 hosted the largest gathering of the domestic and international sportfishing trade Orange County Convention Center – – From exhibitors to buyers to media, representatives from the domestic and international recreational fishing and boating community converged on the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, Fla., July 11-14, for the 60th International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades, better known as ICAST. Produced by the American Sportfishing Association "Inherently, this show is about showcasing the gear, apparel and accessories that help to make a day on the water both exciting and rewarding. And we're planning on doing things even bigger and better in 2018 when the show returns to Orlando from July 10-13."

Lake Reports

California Delta
California Delta By CALIFORNIA DELTA FISHING REPORT, Weekend 7/14/2017: Water Temp. Mid to High 70's. Water Clarity: Stained 1 -2 feet Caught most Largemouth Bass Flipping Zoom Speed Worm in Purple Red Flake. Hit Mats for frog bite. Most Blowups came early morning or late afernoon. Had to cover miles between blowups. M.S. Slammer Rat imitation took some fish late afternoons. D/S 7 inch Robo also worked when bite became tough late morning. 1/2oz. Cooch's Wadda Jig and Strike King Red Eye Shad also put points on the board. Team Bernadette Bass Fishing
Oroville Lake
Oroville Lake By Got launched about 5:30 am at lime Saddle, stopped fishing at 10:30 am. Decent bite today, but not many fish over 14", so typical of hot summer fishing on the lake. Landed 33 fish today, with more then half of them caught in the basic Lime Saddle marina area. Fish shallow and deep, still not finding any larger fish. Best today, right at 14 1/2" with all other fish 10-14", half of them 10-12" dinks, the other half mostly 13-14". Just two 14 1/2" fish as my best today. Stayed longer, not nearly as hot on the water today, but killer hot when working to get the boat off the water. Just a couple more months and won't have the damn heat! Saw a post on oroville, guy (foul hooked) says those posted catching many fish are lying about catching this many, wrong, just need the right baits or fishing locations. Caution, the ridge is now shallow at the launch, looks deep, not deep, they finally marked it today to prevent prop damage!! Picture in fishing forum.

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Bass-A-Thon…and calling it quits By The next two days you have a chance to experience the 30th annual Bass-A-Thon at Anglers Marine, in Anaheim. It is one of the most intense (and enjoyable) two days of seminars, tackle exhibitions and boat and gear sales anywhere. Click here. I am going to be there tomorrow (Saturday, Nov. 19) to celebrate those […]