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by Scott D.
Fri Jul 10, 2009 6:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta conditions
Replies: 0
Views: 594

Delta conditions

Heading to the Delta tomorrow, up from Hanford(Fresno area). Is Franks Tract pretty weeded up now? How are the mats? Thanks in advance.
by Scott D.
Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:04 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: swimbait reel?
Replies: 27
Views: 5388

Re: swimbait reel?

Daiwa Luna is AMAZING!!! Very impressed. Shimano's quality I think has gone down. Go with the Luna, you won't be sorry.
by Scott D.
Wed Dec 05, 2007 8:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Comfortroll or Flat Foot
Replies: 13
Views: 2057

Re: Comfortroll or Flat Foot

Mark, you have it backwards. The Flatfoot actually has more room around the sides than the Comfortroll. I compared the two, and went with the Flatfoot for my 520 because of the bigger MK I have. Love it. Put my vote down for the Flatfoot.
by Scott D.
Sun Nov 18, 2007 12:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ultimate Tow Vehicle!
Replies: 7
Views: 1606

Re: Ultimate Tow Vehicle!

Would something like that rig that you have pictured require a special license to drive?
by Scott D.
Tue Nov 06, 2007 8:44 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Go easy in the fog boys and girls. 100 car pile up.
Replies: 2
Views: 825

We were sooo close!!!

A friend and I were on our way up to Sacramento that morning for a Business Building Seminar and got off at Manning Ave(just 2 exits south of Clovis Ave) to get some McDonald's real quick. There was an ambulance there just sitting in the middle of Manning with the lights on, I guess waiting to narro...
by Scott D.
Wed Oct 31, 2007 6:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: When is Lowrance goi
Replies: 2
Views: 504

Re: When is Lowrance goi

Uhhh, you just quoted my post.....even my signature at the bottom :? Is there a reason?
by Scott D.
Tue Oct 30, 2007 6:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lowrance info
Replies: 3
Views: 962

Re: Lowrance info

Bump
by Scott D.
Mon Oct 29, 2007 1:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lowrance info
Replies: 3
Views: 962

Lowrance info

When is Lowrance going to settle the problem with not being able to save the display to where you shut it off on? I just did the software update off their website for my LMS-332C, and it still turns onto the US map page everytime I turn it on. Plus, now it doesn't automatically recognize the navioni...
by Scott D.
Sat Oct 27, 2007 6:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: FLW Clear Lake misprint?
Replies: 2
Views: 1254

FLW Clear Lake misprint?

I'm thinking this quote from the FLW Western Series Clear Lake News Release is a misprint right? :shock: :? Hmmm, that would be a remarkable smallmouth. "Kelly Kellogg of Kelso, Wash., caught the biggest bass of the tournament in the Pro Division Thursday – an 11-pound, 8-ounce smallmouth –...
by Scott D.
Mon Oct 15, 2007 6:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Eastman open?
Replies: 7
Views: 1256

Re: Eastman open?

I called Amry Corp up there on it, and it is still off limits, supposedly for the eagles now, not the hydrilla problem. Frickin BS if you ask me. I wonder if they've ever been up to Shasta and compared how reproductive those eagles are. :shock: Uhhh, hello, they're breeding just fine with people wat...
by Scott D.
Sat Oct 13, 2007 4:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Eastman open?
Replies: 7
Views: 1256

Eastman open?

I'm hearing rumor that the river that has been buoyed off is now open up at Eastman. Anyone know if that's true?
by Scott D.
Sat Oct 13, 2007 7:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Okay all you fishing rod experts.... lets talk!
Replies: 20
Views: 2959

Loomis quality decline

I've fished Loomis for 20+ years, and I can tell you this. I will NOT be purchasing another!!! The last few I got, either new ones, or the replacements they have sent for broken ones, are NOT EVEN CLOSE to the quality that they used to be. It's my opinion that when they sold to Shimano, their qualit...
by Scott D.
Fri Oct 12, 2007 10:30 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How much line?
Replies: 4
Views: 895

Re: How much line?

I've always had backing on my reels. The generic rule of thumb I use is a little beyond 2 casts worth of line. Which, if It's my flippin or pitching rods, that's not much. Put enough on there to account for re-ties and breakoffs. On my cranking sticks I have maybe 3 casts worth to account for deep b...
by Scott D.
Thu Oct 11, 2007 10:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Swim Bait Rods. Crucial or Dobyns ?
Replies: 18
Views: 2687

Okuma....NOT!!!!!

I have the two different Okuma rods and CAN'T STAND THEM!!! I am holding out for the Dobyn's rods, but if they take much longer to hit the market, I might have to go with a couple of Powell or Lami Big Bait rods. I think the Okuma's are WAYYY to heavy and hard on this old body!! They're also clumbsy...
by Scott D.
Fri Oct 05, 2007 7:51 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: fuel mpg ? give me some honest numbers
Replies: 32
Views: 4294

Re: fuel mpg ? give me some honest numbers

bassrman, I was shocked when I put new tires on at 45,000. I had them eyeball the brakes thinking they were probably close(old school frame of mind working here!!). The guy said, "oh you haven't even touched these things yet. You'll get 200,000 out of them no problem". Damn, now that's awe...
by Scott D.
Fri Oct 05, 2007 7:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: fuel mpg ? give me some honest numbers
Replies: 32
Views: 4294

Re: fuel mpg ? give me some honest numbers

I have a 2005 Chevy 2500HD Duramax 4X4. Here's what I get, and it is exact because it is constantly computed by the engines monitoring system and displays it for me on the dash. I get 18-20 on the highway without the boat(Ranger 520), and 14-15 towing the boat. Used to have a Chevy 1/2 ton, and I th...
by Scott D.
Wed Sep 19, 2007 7:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CLEARLAKE SWIMBAITS
Replies: 6
Views: 1674

Re: CLEARLAKE SWIMBAITS

Red/White/Blue :P
by Scott D.
Tue Sep 18, 2007 11:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: what is a good AM tournament?
Replies: 14
Views: 2380

Re: what is a good AM tournament?

I would say FLW Stren Series. 3 out of 4 will be fairly close to you. Shasta in Jan, Havasu in Feb, Clear Lake in Apr, and Delta in May. Very well run tournaments, smooth in every aspect.
by Scott D.
Mon Sep 10, 2007 8:37 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best products for cleaning and waxing gelcoat?
Replies: 14
Views: 2863

Re: Try this page...

No Sweat Mist no doubt. The Hardon spot remover works great for getting the spots off my Merc. You just need to remember to come behind it with fresh water to remove the product. Then apply the mist, and use the marine polish twice a year. The mist has a UV protectant in it too, and that's something...
by Scott D.
Fri Sep 07, 2007 12:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New to the forum with a co-angler question
Replies: 8
Views: 1244

Re: New to the forum with a co-angler question

It's going to greatly depend on how far your pro is planning on traveling. If he's going to lock down to Umatilla, you guys are going to burn some serious petro. If the wind comes up (AND IT WILL!!!), you'll burn more running in that stuff. Most pros won't be able to give you a good answer until the...
by Scott D.
Thu Sep 06, 2007 7:45 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Dobyns Swimbait rods
Replies: 17
Views: 2405

Dobyns Swimbait rods

Any idea how much longer of a wait for the Swimbait rods to come out? I really want to hold out to check them out, but I also really need one now. I know I'll probably get replies from guys telling me to check out other brands, and that's not the replies I would like. I am well aware of other brands...
by Scott D.
Thu Sep 06, 2007 7:02 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lunker Punker
Replies: 32
Views: 4012

Re: Lunker Punker

My question to all you braid users with the Punker is do you have your drags set really loose so that the hooks don't pull free when the big girls make a surge? That Punker is awfully heavy and can be flung lose pretty easy.
by Scott D.
Wed Sep 05, 2007 6:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Motorguide or Minn Kota
Replies: 17
Views: 2190

Re: Motorguide or Minn Kota

EASY!!! Hand down, Minn Kota. Quieter, better in the weeds.
by Scott D.
Tue Sep 04, 2007 7:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What is difference between Muskrat & Otters.
Replies: 49
Views: 24702

Re: What is difference between Muskrat & Otters.

Those pics are great Tony, but I think someone mentioned a beaver too. Perhaps you should put a picture of a beaver up too!!! :P I've seen lots of 'em on the Delta, particularly around Lost Isle!!!! 8)
by Scott D.
Fri Aug 31, 2007 7:42 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake bite?
Replies: 4
Views: 1350

Re: Clear Lake bite?

bump. come on, please guys. give up the gouge.
by Scott D.
Wed Aug 29, 2007 11:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake bite?
Replies: 4
Views: 1350

Re: Clear Lake bite?

Hey Mike, I'll be on the water all day Sat & Sun, and until about 10:00 on Mon. You know the boat, stop and say hi. Saturday late morning, after I've fished for a little bit, I'm going to pick up my Godson at the dock and take him out for a couple of hours. He loves to fish, gets it from his Dad...
by Scott D.
Wed Aug 29, 2007 7:53 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake bite?
Replies: 4
Views: 1350

Clear Lake bite?

So, I'm getting a chance to come up to Clear Lake this weekend. How's the bite? Is the crank bite off the hook yet? I know this time last year I made a trip, and the crank bite was killer!! Looking to break in a Dobyns frog rod too, will that be possible? Any tips would be greatly appreciated. PM or...
by Scott D.
Wed Aug 29, 2007 7:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Attn: Tony Stoltz
Replies: 0
Views: 664

Attn: Tony Stoltz

Nuke the Viagra post below. We've been spammed.
by Scott D.
Fri Aug 24, 2007 7:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bassmaster home page
Replies: 2
Views: 946

Bassmaster home page

Ya know, Bassmaster's home page just absolutely SUCKS!!! If there's an FLW tournament going on and you want to know the results, the days story is up on their main page. With Bassmaster's site, .....shoot I still haven't found it on there. Had to go to Basszone to see the day 2 results of the majors...
by Scott D.
Fri Aug 24, 2007 12:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bassmaster live coverage?
Replies: 5
Views: 1265

Bassmaster live coverage?

I thought bassmaster had a live tourney feed on the site? Am I overlooking it?
by Scott D.
Thu Aug 23, 2007 7:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Tulloch
Replies: 15
Views: 2032

Re: Lake Tulloch

Just a question for ya since I've never been to Tulloch. Where the heck is the law enforcement when all these wakeboarders are doing their thing in the 5 mph zone?!!! Wow, this kind of relates to the other thread about their attitude in thinking they are exceptions to the rules. Disgusting. $25 to b...
by Scott D.
Wed Aug 22, 2007 7:52 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Phils Props--Comes through again
Replies: 3
Views: 900

Re: Phils Props--Comes through again

What you experienced at the Big K, believe it or not, I guarantee was nothing like what it used to be. It is still an incredible fishery, but in the 70's/80's, UNREAL!!! 120 fish days, lots over 2 and 3 pounds. Phil lives up where there's nothing but slimesides swimming!!!
by Scott D.
Wed Aug 22, 2007 7:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Why is it some fishermen and wakeboarders can get along
Replies: 61
Views: 8852

Re: Why is it some fishermen and wakeboarders can get along

Ya know, I just can't resist on giving my 2 cents. I am presently defending this country to protect the freedoms that we have in this great country. But it disgusts me when people take those freedoms out of context and exploit them to fit their own interests. Case in point: anyone has the right to l...
by Scott D.
Tue Aug 21, 2007 9:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bernie Gaunt on True Bass
Replies: 16
Views: 2591

Re: Bernie Gaunt on True Bass

I looked at tacklewarehouse for the warhead and couldn't find it. Could someone walk me through the link?
by Scott D.
Tue Aug 21, 2007 9:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Smallies?
Replies: 8
Views: 2242

Delta Smallies?

If I launched out of B&W, how far of a run would I have to make to get to some quality smallies? Would I head to the Sac and go north, or is there other arms north that hold quality smallies? What do I look for?
by Scott D.
Mon Aug 20, 2007 7:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Trailer Tire Pressure Question
Replies: 9
Views: 1510

Re: Trailer Tire Pressure Question

First thing I'd tell ya was that you screwed up getting Goodyear Marathon's!!! They are CRAP, well known for tread separation. I went through 3 tires on my Rangertrail before giving up on them and getting better tires. Goodyear is a automobile tire company that happens to make a line of trailer tire...
by Scott D.
Tue Aug 14, 2007 7:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pineflat with my 6 year old
Replies: 6
Views: 981

Re: Pineflat with my 6 year old

If you're not heading out until the weekend, check the fishing reports on fresnobee.com on Wednesday and see where the bass bite is good. Like Morgan said, Pine Flat is tough as nails right now. But, a buddy was saying that he watched some guys using live crawdads doing pretty good. I would think yo...
by Scott D.
Fri Aug 10, 2007 11:45 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 3:16 Wake Jr?
Replies: 23
Views: 3708

Re: 3:16 Wake Jr?

Just ordered one in Ayu, what ya think Gary?
by Scott D.
Fri Aug 10, 2007 10:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 3:16 Wake Jr?
Replies: 23
Views: 3708

Re: 3:16 Wake Jr?

I guess the more accurate question I was getting at is: wood noise, or plastic noise? Cuz to me, the wood knocking is better.
by Scott D.
Fri Aug 10, 2007 10:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 3:16 Wake Jr?
Replies: 23
Views: 3708

3:16 Wake Jr?

Is it made of wood or plastic?
by Scott D.
Thu Aug 09, 2007 9:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for Sunday circuit for 2008
Replies: 8
Views: 1224

Re: Looking for Sunday circuit for 2008

Ca Bass Federation fishes Sunday's and has a region to cover just about anywhere in the state.
by Scott D.
Thu Aug 09, 2007 7:13 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shellcracker ?
Replies: 6
Views: 1706

Re: Shellcracker ?

Don't feel bad. I haven't caught anything on mine either. Looks good, just haven't had a blow up on it yet. It's like any specialty bait though, only a matter of time 'til a monster sucks it in!!! Stick with it.
by Scott D.
Wed Aug 08, 2007 6:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CA Bass Federation - 2008 Schedule is posted.
Replies: 16
Views: 1939

Re: CA Bass Federation - 2008 Schedule is posted.

Darn!!! Guess a guy can't fish the Big Valley and Motherlode though. 2 tourneys conflict. bummer.
by Scott D.
Tue Aug 07, 2007 11:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Who has a release boat at Clearlake?
Replies: 4
Views: 1036

Re: Who has a release boat at Clearlake?

Call Tackle It in Lakeport
by Scott D.
Fri Jul 27, 2007 7:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Retirement from the Navy
Replies: 16
Views: 2654

Re: Retirement from the Navy

Flippinjigs, thank you for your service as well. Now, if you think I am going to reenlist though, you've lost your friggin' mind bro!!! They say you know when it's time.........IT'S TIME!!!
by Scott D.
Thu Jul 26, 2007 7:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Retirement from the Navy
Replies: 16
Views: 2654

Re: Retirement from the Navy

Thanks to all for the kind words and advice. It is a scary time, but I know everything will work out. It's going to be waaaaay different than what I have been used to for 20 years, but I'm looking forward to not having to go to sea for 10 months straight, or listen to whiny young sailors. I know a l...
by Scott D.
Wed Jul 25, 2007 9:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Retirement from the Navy
Replies: 16
Views: 2654

Re: Retirement from the Navy

I hear ya Mac. I have thought about leaving the state, but I just can't think of a place with better fishing than here. Oh crap, I just opened the door for someone to steal this thread!!! HEY, thread thieves, don't even think about it!!!! Anyway, I'm originally from Oregon, but don't really want to ...
by Scott D.
Wed Jul 25, 2007 7:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Retirement from the Navy
Replies: 16
Views: 2654

Retirement from the Navy

Well, I am at the 5 month mark until I retire from 20 years of Naval service. The scary part is that I don't know where I'm going, or what I'm doing for a new job. Wish I could just fish!!!
by Scott D.
Wed Jul 25, 2007 6:46 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The Hub Spinna' is on the loose at Clearlake...
Replies: 3
Views: 1053

Re: The Hub Spinna' is on the loose at Clearlake...

I heard that dropshotting a Huddleston was working really good way up in the end of Rodman!!! :roll: :wink:
by Scott D.
Mon Jul 23, 2007 11:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: MS Slammer taken by Osprey
Replies: 8
Views: 1824

Re: MS Slammer taken by Osprey

What?!! Eric, you're kidding right? How did you get the hook out without getting pecked or clawed? I had to unhook and LV from a Greeb(sp?) one time at Clear Lake. It bit me!!! Actually, Rob you had that problem once too when Bill's Dad came over and grabbed it. I now have a set of "Greeb Glove...