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by swimbait
Sat Jan 20, 2024 10:37 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 2006 ChampioN 198 Elite / 225 SHO
Replies: 1
Views: 2218

2006 ChampioN 198 Elite / 225 SHO

2006 Champion 198 Elite / 2019 225 Yamaha SHO - 53 hrs on motor $31,000 2018 Coastline trailer - fully custom tandem axle Black anodized aluminum frame Brakes Torsion axles Swing-away tongue LED lighting Full spare 2018 36v Minn Kota Ultrex 101 w/ spot lock Humminbird 1198c - side scan at console Hu...
by swimbait
Wed Apr 22, 2020 10:26 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Getting more trout back in our lakes
Replies: 12
Views: 2531

Getting more trout back in our lakes

Triploid trout are sterile and cannot reproduce. They are also more difficult for hatcheries to grow. As a result, trout stocking in CA has been significantly reduced state wide. I'm told that the reduction has been as much as 50%. While other factors like the shut downs at the Fillmore hatchery and...
by swimbait
Mon Apr 27, 2015 6:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: salt water intrusion
Replies: 8
Views: 1908

Re: salt water intrusion

sounds like someone is trying to keep someone else off their water
by swimbait
Thu Feb 27, 2014 6:46 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Who Caught Possible World Record Spot at Melones?
Replies: 26
Views: 6201

Re: Who Caught Possible World Record Spot at Melones?

Congrats to the guy who caught the fish. Looked like a monster spot. It sounds like you did the best you could to try and get it weighed. It wouldn't surprise me if someone caught the fish again and it turned out to be the record. You can get a scale IGFA certified by mailing it to them. They do som...
by swimbait
Thu Feb 13, 2014 12:21 pm
Forum: Shimano Product Forum
Topic: SwimBait Reel
Replies: 8
Views: 4694

Re: SwimBait Reel

Size of lure is a consideration. Are you talking 5 inch paddletail or 12 inch Slammer?

Calcutta TE has been the top tier swimbait reel for a long time, and still is. What a great piece of equipment. Very little maintenance required, super reliable.
by swimbait
Fri Jan 03, 2014 6:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Alabama Rig 25 lbs in 2 Casts
Replies: 3
Views: 2006

Re: Alabama Rig 25 lbs in 2 Casts

Nice fish. Why edit the video at 3:26 and 4:22 though. Here I reach for the net and... cut, now I net the fish. Ah a double hookup both times. Hooray
by swimbait
Thu Dec 19, 2013 10:43 am
Forum: Swim Baits
Topic: swimbaits in a pontoon boat
Replies: 2
Views: 2603

Re: swimbaits in a pontoon boat

bass-n-tubes.com
by swimbait
Fri Nov 22, 2013 10:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Where and who started swimbait fishing?
Replies: 15
Views: 5696

Re: Where and who started swimbait fishing?

What's a swimbait?
by swimbait
Wed Nov 06, 2013 10:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Hummingbird Sonar/trolling motor interference help needed!
Replies: 11
Views: 15247

Re: Hummingbird Sonar/trolling motor interference help neede

I went through all this like you are describing. My setup was a Fortrex 101 with an external transducer. What fixed it was running a 16ga wire from the skeg of the trolling motor (using a screw to attach it) to the negative post of the starter. It was a complete PITA to run it on my boat but it fixe...
by swimbait
Fri May 10, 2013 7:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: My issue with Yamamoto, Snag proof and other similar tournys
Replies: 34
Views: 7268

Re: My issue with Yamamoto, Snag proof and other similar tou

Heh. Just trying to lighten the mood. I remember fishing the Clear Lake WON proam as a AAA in 2000 when the senko first came out. Watching Mike Reynolds repairing a pack of 5in green pumpkin senkos in the parking lot because you couldn't get more. I thought it was the stupidest looking lure on earth...
by swimbait
Mon Apr 29, 2013 9:08 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 15' Triton Jon boat / 15hp Yamaha 4-stroke - $4,500
Replies: 1
Views: 1223

15' Triton Jon boat / 15hp Yamaha 4-stroke - $4,500

This boat catches giant bass. It's ready to go fish tomorrow. Put the gas motor on to fish anywhere, or pull it off and add the stern trolling motor to fish Contra Loma, Rancho Seco, Shadow Cliffs, etc. 4-stroke rating gets you on San Pablo or DVL. Here is an older photo of it. Taking some new pics ...
by swimbait
Thu Apr 25, 2013 11:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: AC Delta Pro-Am Canceled!
Replies: 29
Views: 5976

Re: AC Delta Pro-Am Canceled!

I only want to fish in tournaments where I can be certain there are not too many other guys who are better than me at fishing.
by swimbait
Mon Apr 08, 2013 1:19 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Are YOU ready for a WORLD RECORD BASS??
Replies: 8
Views: 3355

Re: Are YOU ready for a WORLD RECORD BASS??

Gotta slather that big bass up with mustard.
by swimbait
Thu Mar 14, 2013 9:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Banning A-Rig From Tournaments Petition
Replies: 44
Views: 8054

Re: Banning A-Rig From Tournaments Petition

What's an Alabama Rig?
by swimbait
Fri Jan 11, 2013 8:26 pm
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: Huge Swimbait Sale (all hardbaits)
Replies: 5
Views: 3823

Re: Huge Swimbait Sale (all hardbaits)

Update

The following are sold:

16in rago generic hardbait
13in rago tool
fish arrow deep jack
bbz-1 shiner
rago delta rat
castaic t-29

If you emailed or PM'd me and haven't heard back, I will get to you. I'm taking all reasonable offers.

-Rob
by swimbait
Fri Jan 11, 2013 8:22 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Kaenon Kore Yellow lens / Large / brand new - $120
Replies: 0
Views: 557

Kaenon Kore Yellow lens / Large / brand new - $120

Kaenon Kore sunglasses
Brand new - never used
Frame size is large
Lens is Y-35 yellow lens
Includes carrying bag
$120 shipped to your door
Retail is $189
paypal only
swimbait at gmail dot com
email or PM
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by swimbait
Tue Jan 01, 2013 9:32 pm
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: Huge Swimbait Sale (all hardbaits)
Replies: 5
Views: 3823

Huge Swimbait Sale (all hardbaits)

Too much to price individually. Make an offer for what you want. swimbait at gmail dot com. Paypal. Let's bargain, have too much stuff in my tackle box. from left (top to bottom by column) BBZ-1 shad pattern 8in lucky craft real california 200 supreme river2sea kong bass pattern 9in tru tungsten tro...
by swimbait
Mon Dec 10, 2012 3:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Declaring Clear Lake Hitch Threatened or Endangered
Replies: 13
Views: 3537

Declaring Clear Lake Hitch Threatened or Endangered

Reposting here, just trying to help out. My opinions only. Helping you form your own ----- The Center for Biological Diversity is petitioning CA DFG to list the Clear Lake Hitch as threatened or endangered. Read it: http://www.fgc.ca.gov/regulations/2012/Clear%20Lake%20hitch%20state%20petition%209-2...
by swimbait
Thu Dec 06, 2012 5:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Center for Biological Diversity!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 4569

Re: Center for Biological Diversity!!!

I have too many lures already. Just fight the fight when you know it's the right thing to do.
by swimbait
Thu Dec 06, 2012 4:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Center for Biological Diversity!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 4569

Re: Center for Biological Diversity!!!

Fighting the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) and winning... I know a little about this. In Jan 2010, I went to Shadow Cliffs and saw signs that the 'back ponds' were closed to all fishing. Here's that old post http://calfishing.com/dc/dcboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=3&topic_id=17718&...
by swimbait
Fri Oct 19, 2012 10:10 am
Forum: Electric Motors
Topic: Motorguide Digital Tour w/ Gator - 82lb NIB $900
Replies: 1
Views: 1143

Motorguide Digital Tour w/ Gator - 82lb NIB $900

Motorguide Digital Tour Series Trolling motor w/Gator mount (new in box) 82 lbs of thrust, 24 volt, 45 volt 9BT42GAAF Description (for reference) http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/MotorGuide_Tour_Digital_Trolling_Motor/descpage-MGTDS.html $900 buyer pays for shipping or self pickup Contact: (925) 575-0...
by swimbait
Sun Aug 26, 2012 9:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Stratos and Champion Tournament
Replies: 4
Views: 1495

Re: Stratos and Champion Tournament

ChampioN
by swimbait
Wed Aug 15, 2012 5:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New 2013 Champions!
Replies: 20
Views: 11118

Re: New 2013 Champions!

Best move since the PE acquisition. The Stratos light cutouts on the trailer just never looked right.
by swimbait
Tue Jul 17, 2012 9:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BIG NEWS from Gary Dobyns
Replies: 22
Views: 7531

Re: BIG NEWS from Gary Dobyns

Good luck Gary - don't fish chicken :) Excited to see new formats and schedules.
by swimbait
Fri Jan 20, 2012 8:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wakebaits...Whats your go to bait
Replies: 17
Views: 3467

Re: Wakebaits...Whats your go to bait

Slammerific

There's no better wake bait for giants.
by swimbait
Wed Nov 09, 2011 1:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Kramer's Top 40 list is out...
Replies: 38
Views: 6818

Re: Kramer's Top 40 list is out...

Zorro - he makes the sign of the Z
by swimbait
Tue Nov 08, 2011 3:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Striper Rules Tues Rio Vista (20 a day in hotspot?)
Replies: 10
Views: 2667

Re: New Striper Rules Tues Rio Vista (20 a day in hotspot?)

I always trip out on how big name tournament fishermen virtually never get involved in these issues. Maybe the tipping point will come when the limit on largemouth bass at the Delta gets changed to unlimited and two weeks later you run up on your favorite spot the morning of a big Pro/Am only to fin...
by swimbait
Tue Nov 08, 2011 12:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Striper Rules Tues Rio Vista (20 a day in hotspot?)
Replies: 10
Views: 2667

Re: New Striper Rules Tues Rio Vista (20 a day in hotspot?)

Guys - this has very little to do with fishing and everything to do with water rights. DFG is just being used as a pawn by water interests in the Central Valley. If the 'Coalition for a Sustainable Delta' (read front for agribusiness desiring water and water rights) can get DFG to pass regulations t...
by swimbait
Sat Nov 05, 2011 8:17 pm
Forum: Stripers
Topic: DFG proposal - striper limit at 6 with a 12inch size @ Delta
Replies: 6
Views: 3003

DFG proposal - striper limit at 6 with a 12inch size @ Delta

http://cdfgnews.wordpress.com/2011/11/04/striped-bass-proposal-now-available-workshop-moved-to-new-location/ The basic proposed changes are as follows: Raising the daily bag limit for striped bass from two to six fish. Raising the possession limit for striped bass from two to 12 fish. Lowering the m...
by swimbait
Sat Nov 05, 2011 7:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DFG Seeking to Eradicate Delta Striper
Replies: 14
Views: 2770

Re: DFG Seeking to Eradicate Delta Striper

Link to the proposed regs: http://cdfgnews.wordpress.com/2011/11/04/striped-bass-proposal-now-available-workshop-moved-to-new-location/ The basic proposed changes are as follows: Raising the daily bag limit for striped bass from two to six fish. Raising the possession limit for striped bass from two...
by swimbait
Fri Nov 04, 2011 1:37 pm
Forum: Marine Accessories
Topic: West Marine Group 24 AGM dual purpose battery - $175
Replies: 0
Views: 1058

West Marine Group 24 AGM dual purpose battery - $175

Used once, you're basically getting a new battery. Turned out I needed a larger one. Have receipt These are OEM'd from Deka - great battery - can be used as a starter or deep cycle Specs: Group 24 AGM 660 MCA 140 Reserve Minutes 10.9"L x 6.8"W x 9.9"H 53lb Retail is $209 Pick up in Du...
by swimbait
Wed Nov 02, 2011 4:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DFG Seeking to Eradicate Delta Striper
Replies: 14
Views: 2770

Re: DFG Seeking to Eradicate Delta Striper

Brilliant piece. That sums it all up perfectly. Thanks for the link.
fish_food wrote:A good read that cites Peter Moyle: http://californiawaterblog.com/2011/01/
by swimbait
Tue Nov 01, 2011 9:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DFG Seeking to Eradicate Delta Striper
Replies: 14
Views: 2770

Re: DFG Seeking to Eradicate Delta Striper

The proposed reg change is not showing on the Commission site under 2011 new and proposed regs: http://www.fgc.ca.gov/regulations/2011/ so maybe it's not on the board yet. Don't underestimate the power of public comment in these decisions! I fought, as an individual citizen, to get the Shadow Cliffs...
by swimbait
Sun Oct 30, 2011 3:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Swimbait fun, Teen Fish!
Replies: 8
Views: 2804

Re: Swimbait fun, Teen Fish!

Nice affiliate marketing link lol
by swimbait
Wed Oct 12, 2011 9:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Yamaha vs. Mercury?
Replies: 30
Views: 7654

Re: Yamaha vs. Mercury?

Wouldn't it be interesting to see real data on failure rates for comparable engines over time so as to be able to make a data driven decision? :) That's the nerd in me. You would have to think these companies are analyzing defects and trying to drive quality over time. Failure modes and effects anal...
by swimbait
Thu Sep 29, 2011 11:52 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DVL NEWS!
Replies: 40
Views: 7482

Re: DVL NEWS!

You need to go talk to the people who decided to charge the 3 bucks if you don't want to pay it. Sounds like MWD. Go find out who made the decision. Talk to them. Learn their rationale. Learn the laws that they operate under. Look for the opportunity to convince them to change their mind, or prove t...
by swimbait
Sat Sep 24, 2011 6:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: FLW question????
Replies: 68
Views: 10334

Re: FLW question????

Paul - totally agree they should not allow observers when everyone else has a co. Doesn't matter the specific details of what happens in person's boat, it's just not right on principal. Sounds like you were getting bit on a specific cast. The co should recognize that and respect your cast even if yo...
by swimbait
Tue Sep 13, 2011 2:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing
Replies: 24
Views: 5181

Re: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing

If you win with an equipement advantage then great, you outsmartest them in that event, but who cares from a competition standpoint. You stacked the deck, kudos for knowing how to do it leagally, but wupty do. It may get boring for some, but the reason that I enjoy KVD's level of dominance is becau...
by swimbait
Mon Sep 12, 2011 7:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing
Replies: 24
Views: 5181

Re: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing

Nico wrote:No, no, no. It's hot dog buns, not hot dogs. .
Fact check!!! LOL...

I want a T-shirt that says I know the difference between hot dog buns and baitfish
by swimbait
Mon Sep 12, 2011 6:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing
Replies: 24
Views: 5181

Re: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing

After a very important discussion with my team partner about the seagull issue, I reached this conclusion: Any fisherman who really knows birds, will know the difference between seagulls that are eating saltines and seagulls that are eating fish. I bet old Roland knows, and had a good laugh while he...
by swimbait
Mon Sep 12, 2011 3:22 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing
Replies: 24
Views: 5181

Re: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing

How fast can you go and still maintain good Flogger visibility?

Better pack some saltines for my next trip.
by swimbait
Sun Sep 11, 2011 6:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing
Replies: 24
Views: 5181

Re: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing

Just learned that FLW already banned jet boats some years back. Glad to see it. Don't take my post like I'm complaining (I know it's easy to get confused because that's what most people do online). I get it 100% that everyone is going to push to the edge of what is allowable because that's where adv...
by swimbait
Sun Sep 11, 2011 9:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The two lamest things in pro bass fishing
Replies: 24
Views: 5181

The two lamest things in pro bass fishing

About once a day I get on bassfan.com to read about professional bass fishing. I enjoy reading the stories, the strategies, and the techniques. As a fan I get a real kick when great moments in tournament fishing unfold. KVD and Aaron going cast for cast in the Classic. Guys making crazy runs to fish...
by swimbait
Fri Sep 09, 2011 8:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone else? Problems with GSO overnight from tackle wareho
Replies: 23
Views: 4342

Re: Anyone else? Problems with GSO overnight from tackle wa

GSO has been great for me. Probably do a dozen orders a year. Rods, fish finders, big stuff like trolling motors. It's been really good. I love those clean brown boxes on the front porch :D
by swimbait
Fri Aug 26, 2011 6:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: smallies at clearlake
Replies: 10
Views: 2185

Re: smallies at clearlake

Those look invasive. They should start an eradication program asap.
by swimbait
Mon Aug 15, 2011 12:04 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Revos & Dobyns Rod
Replies: 1
Views: 936

Revos & Dobyns Rod

3 Revo STX Reels - Right Hand retrieve - $100 each

1 Dobyns 805 Champion flip / punch rod - $150

All are in like new condition.

Call: (925) 575-0381
by swimbait
Thu Aug 11, 2011 9:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Unbelievable!
Replies: 19
Views: 4509

Re: Unbelievable!

My take on the Delta (this from someone who goes only a few times a year) This hyacinth is bass paradise and it's real thick. A lot of bass are never seeing a cast. With the pressure you get on the delta it just pushes more fish in. And those ones you just can't get. So you don't have access to prob...