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by Ray L.
Wed Mar 10, 2021 4:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Been a long time people
Replies: 4
Views: 1593

Re: Been a long time people

Well what do you know
Stick bait how are things
by Ray L.
Thu Mar 04, 2021 8:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Been a long time people
Replies: 4
Views: 1593

Re: Been a long time people

Well my gosh Kelly
Well you don’t know it but I live in Goleta now and just fish Cachuma your old stomping grounds
I will have to take you up on Casitas to be sure
by Ray L.
Thu Mar 04, 2021 2:50 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 2021 Kick Off | Piru Lake March 6
Replies: 3
Views: 708

Re: 2021 Kick Off | Piru Lake March 6

It still has Quagga yes Mark
They don’t just go away my friend
by Ray L.
Thu Mar 04, 2021 11:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Been a long time people
Replies: 4
Views: 1593

Been a long time people

Been a long time since I have been on here
Anyone left I may still know
by Ray L.
Sun Apr 06, 2014 10:53 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick Tour open at Perris May 3rd***Update***
Replies: 33
Views: 5107

Re: Top Stick Tour open at Perris May 3rd

been a while since I have been on here but we at the Top Stick are very excited to come out to Lake Perris. This is one of the lakes I used to tournament fish when there were still spotted bass around. I hope to weigh in a couple of 10 plus fish at this event.
by Ray L.
Sat Jun 08, 2013 5:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Castaic 6/9 no mem. fee if you back out no problem
Replies: 3
Views: 818

Re: Top Stick Castaic 6/9 no mem. fee if you back out no pro

If that happens I feel bad for your toilet.
by Ray L.
Sat Jun 08, 2013 4:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Castaic 6/9 no mem. fee if you back out no problem
Replies: 3
Views: 818

Top Stick Castaic 6/9 no mem. fee if you back out no problem

The Top Stick will be at Castaic tomorrow. We will be at the west ramp at 3:45 to sign up. If for some reason you can't make it. No problem we will not post anything about you calling last min. to cancel due to family issues or for any other reason. Come out and fish gonna be fun and the bite is on.
by Ray L.
Sun Feb 03, 2013 9:54 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick early membership prize...
Replies: 10
Views: 1809

Re: Top Stick early membership prize...

get those memberships in guys. Jesse glad to see you and Paps are going to be back
by Ray L.
Thu Nov 15, 2012 1:52 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: #1 on Kramer's Top 40
Replies: 7
Views: 2014

Re: #1 on Kramer's Top 40

George thanks for the add of John Ed. Very nice thing you did.
by Ray L.
Thu Nov 15, 2012 8:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The Top Stick Tour at the Bassathon
Replies: 0
Views: 444

The Top Stick Tour at the Bassathon

John Barron and I will be at the bassathon this weekend. We will have all the info for the new season. Schedule, Membership forms and we will also have some news about sponsors. Please come by the Revenge Table and say hello. We will also be accepting membership sign ups at the bassathon. Come by an...
by Ray L.
Fri Oct 26, 2012 6:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: If you love a Vixen.......
Replies: 17
Views: 6090

Re: If you love a Vixen.......

No replacing a vixen for sure. They helped me win a boat at havasu besides I have at least 20 and some still in the boxes brand new. The gunfish is a great bait but a different bait as well. The sound and walking are the key to the vixen. Resting in the water well the best one for dead stick was and...
by Ray L.
Wed Sep 05, 2012 2:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Tournament of Champions
Replies: 3
Views: 926

Re: Top Stick Tournament of Champions

good to see you Andrew. Glad you came to weigh in.
by Ray L.
Wed Sep 05, 2012 2:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Snakeheads at Pyramid ?
Replies: 5
Views: 1656

Re: Snakeheads at Pyramid ?

what size is that. I have not seen them at Pyramid before.
by Ray L.
Wed Sep 05, 2012 2:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What bait is going to win the U.S. open this year?
Replies: 21
Views: 3917

Re: What bait is going to win the U.S. open this year?

it depends on wind and weather at Mead. But a super spook, Spinner bait, Jig and a worm to finish off the limit should be the right combo this year.
by Ray L.
Fri Jul 20, 2012 6:37 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: So. Cal tourney org's? Who is still here?
Replies: 10
Views: 2437

Re: So. Cal tourney org's? Who is still here?

Of course we are in. See you today Jason and Rick..........
by Ray L.
Tue Jun 12, 2012 10:30 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Tour Castaic 06-10-12 results
Replies: 0
Views: 546

Top Stick Tour Castaic 06-10-12 results

This was the final tournament of the season. Thank You to all the anglers.
Here is the link to the results
http://www.topsticktour.com/2012/06/res ... e-10-2012/
by Ray L.
Tue Jun 05, 2012 11:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BASS Federation Nation Western Divisionals
Replies: 9
Views: 2895

Re: BASS Federation Nation Western Divisionals

Looks Like Klinger qualified for Nevada to move on to the championship.
by Ray L.
Mon Jun 04, 2012 12:23 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Tour Castaic 6/10 NO Membership...
Replies: 9
Views: 1338

Re: Top Stick Tour Castaic 6/10 NO Membership...

Hey Jesse can't wait to see the 2 of you. We will catch up.
by Ray L.
Wed May 09, 2012 9:11 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Bass Pro Shops Lake Havasu Open Final Results
Replies: 7
Views: 2496

Re: Bass Pro Shops Lake Havasu Open Final Results

Wow I just saw who won the boat. Oh my gosh...... How much beer flowed that night. How awesome. Ron did they sell it or is it now in the yard. Just incredible. Love hearing this. Shows that anyone can compete in any boat and do well. Way to go. So happy for the Smart clan.
by Ray L.
Sun Apr 08, 2012 8:42 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tournament Org's and 1099's
Replies: 22
Views: 4148

Re: Tournament Org's and 1099's

Awesome Jason. Glad to see this. I do not want to see any orgs or anglers get in any trouble
by Ray L.
Sun Apr 08, 2012 7:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tournament Org's and 1099's
Replies: 22
Views: 4148

Re: Tournament Org's and 1099's

The only other org that follows the rules is the Fed. I have had many a 1099 from them.
Oh and yes Rick the orgs can get in trouble as well.
by Ray L.
Thu Apr 05, 2012 5:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 50 boats Castaic Top Stick 4/14
Replies: 10
Views: 1625

Re: 50 boats Castaic Top Stick 4/14

That fee let's you enjoy our company Brian. :D
Sorry just had to go there.
No there is no 1 tournament membership fee. It is good for the whole season.
by Ray L.
Mon Apr 02, 2012 5:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Pyramid
Replies: 7
Views: 1756

Re: Top Stick Pyramid

Steve you and Brandon won Father/Son. We have your check.
by Ray L.
Mon Apr 02, 2012 5:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wounded Warrior April 22 Castaic Lake
Replies: 19
Views: 2748

Re: Wounded Warrior April 22 Castaic Lake

we talked yesterday. Good to see you. Gonna be a great month at Castaic
by Ray L.
Mon Apr 02, 2012 8:26 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wounded Warrior April 22 Castaic Lake
Replies: 19
Views: 2748

Re: Wounded Warrior April 22 Castaic Lake

Of course. That would work. We can try and put you with a father son or daughter
by Ray L.
Thu Mar 29, 2012 6:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Don Lee passed away last night
Replies: 6
Views: 1554

Re: Don Lee passed away last night

Don was one of the greats for the west coast. He helped make Ranger a west coast boat. He helped WON Bass become one of the greats. Many remember Don as one of the leaders in bringing B.A.S.S. out here many years ago. He helped F.L.W. become strong on the west coast. Don helped make west coast bass ...
by Ray L.
Tue Mar 27, 2012 1:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wounded Warrior April 22 Castaic Lake
Replies: 19
Views: 2748

Re: Wounded Warrior April 22 Castaic Lake

well keep me updated. We would love to have you there.
by Ray L.
Tue Mar 27, 2012 10:27 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wounded Warrior April 22 Castaic Lake
Replies: 19
Views: 2748

Re: Wounded Warrior April 22 Castaic Lake

come on guys we need boaters
by Ray L.
Mon Mar 19, 2012 10:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Pyramid 3/17 Postponed
Replies: 7
Views: 1484

Re: Top Stick Pyramid 3/17 Postponed

working on a new date today.
by Ray L.
Mon Mar 19, 2012 10:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sonny Reynolds
Replies: 5
Views: 1546

Re: Sonny Reynolds

I heard this on Friday. Such a sad thing to hear. Sonny was a great tournament director out here in the west. He ran Red Man for many years and had such a loyal following here. I myself loved the way he ran a tournament and knew every angler on a first name basis. He and his wife Sharon would fly ou...
by Ray L.
Sat Mar 17, 2012 12:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Pyramid 3/17 Postponed
Replies: 7
Views: 1484

Re: Top Stick Pyramid 3/17 Postponed

as of right now it is still blowing 30 plus at the lake. And yes This is a tournament meant to be fun not work.
by Ray L.
Sun Feb 26, 2012 10:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Piru Results-42 boats
Replies: 26
Views: 3599

Re: Top Stick Piru Results-42 boats

I would like to thank all the anglers who showed up. What a great turn out. I would also like to thank my staff for all your hard work yesterday. It was a real treat to also see John Barron drive up to the parking lot and have a big smile on his face seeing all the trucks and trailers in the parking...
by Ray L.
Sun Feb 26, 2012 9:11 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Troy Linder Wins FLW Havasu Everstart
Replies: 16
Views: 2772

Re: Troy Linder Wins FLW Havasu Everstart

Congrats buddy. All I can say is ....... About dang time. lol :)
by Ray L.
Mon Feb 20, 2012 5:32 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick Tour at Piru on the 25th.
Replies: 9
Views: 1564

Re: Top Stick Tour at Piru on the 25th.

you got it Kevin. But hey if the rest of the staff get 1 as well what can it hurt. They have been so good to us over the years.
by Ray L.
Mon Feb 20, 2012 12:37 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick Tour at Piru on the 25th.
Replies: 9
Views: 1564

Re: Top Stick Tour at Piru on the 25th.

that information was only passed on to me. I was not told her name.
by Ray L.
Mon Feb 20, 2012 11:03 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick Tour at Piru on the 25th.
Replies: 9
Views: 1564

Re: Top Stick Tour at Piru on the 25th.

FYI the Gal who will be coming early to collect gate fees and do boat inspections is a Breakfast Burrito fan. If you get a chance stop and get her 1. The lake staff is so great to us I hope at least 1 of you can take the time to do this.
by Ray L.
Mon Feb 20, 2012 10:55 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sonny Reynolds
Replies: 10
Views: 2524

Re: Sonny Reynolds

I had heard this yesterday. Sad to hear this. Sonny is a great tournament director. Seems like just yesterday I was fishing Redman. Now look at it
by Ray L.
Fri Feb 17, 2012 8:44 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick Tour at Piru on the 25th.
Replies: 9
Views: 1564

Top Stick Tour at Piru on the 25th.

The first tournament of the season is upon us. We will have the trailer there at 4 a.m. for check in. Please single file line up at the gate so we can get all boats paid and inspected as quickly as possible. The lake staff will be collecting all fees and inspecting all boats that are not tagged. We ...
by Ray L.
Fri Feb 17, 2012 7:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick Tour PIRU Feb 25
Replies: 18
Views: 2562

Re: Top Stick Tour PIRU Feb 25

I will have the trailer at the lake at 4 a.m. for sign ups.
by Ray L.
Mon Jan 23, 2012 10:23 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: And the winner for Won is..not the anglers
Replies: 50
Views: 6965

Re: And the winner for Won is..not the anglers

Wow is all I have to say. I am a T.D. and from all of us I say this. Most have no idea how much we work. Prep weeks before the event. All work during the event and more paperwork the week following the event. So I guess we make a great living off of this. Gas to and from. Some of us tow trailers and...
by Ray L.
Tue Jan 03, 2012 1:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: been a while
Replies: 7
Views: 1479

Re: been a while

work pretty much has been taking all my time. Ever since I transferred it has been a major learning curve that had to be done very fast.
by Ray L.
Tue Jan 03, 2012 10:49 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: been a while
Replies: 7
Views: 1479

been a while

It has been a long while since I have been on here. I see a lot of new people as well as still a lot of the old faithfull. Hope you all had a great holliday time and are ready to get back to it.
by Ray L.
Tue Jan 03, 2012 10:36 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick Team schedule for 2012
Replies: 4
Views: 1111

Top Stick Team schedule for 2012

Feb 25 Lake Piru
March 17 Lake Pyramid
April 14 Castaic Lake
May 19 Lake Piru
June 10 Castaic Lake

TOC Aug. 18-19 Lake T.B.D.
by Ray L.
Mon Nov 21, 2011 3:54 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: evergreen tactics rod for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 633

evergreen tactics rod for sale

brand new evergreen tactics rod for sale

brand new evergreen tactics pitchin frog rod.
I even have the pouch it comes in. Never used. thses cost $637.00 I am selling it for $550.00 including shipping.
e mail
rayl2009@live.com
by Ray L.
Mon Sep 26, 2011 11:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pre-fishing Piru
Replies: 13
Views: 2311

Re: Pre-fishing Piru

If they have not started yet they will soon be doing there draw down for the lake. Every year they draw water for the farmers storage. Even if they do draw down there will still be a bite in the channels.
by Ray L.
Sat Sep 10, 2011 2:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Havasu colors
Replies: 10
Views: 2775

Re: Havasu colors

wow all this crazy color stuff at Havasu. Brown and purple jig and a cinnamon black and purple trailer. Keep it simple and wow Eric you through the tackle box and did not catch much........... Also topwater and jerkbaits. Easy lake to fish for sure. I also like a couple other colors but they are rea...
by Ray L.
Thu Jul 21, 2011 7:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: US Open, Lake Mead 2011 national coverage.
Replies: 13
Views: 2340

Re: US Open, Lake Mead 2011 national coverage.

sorry but I think the coverage is so much better than years back. I was reading the blogs as well as bass zone. There is still another story on bass zone as well. The reason for the delay on who won is because the awards ceremony is later back at the hotel. They try and make it a surprise on who got...