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by dwise
Sun Apr 05, 2015 7:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tatula dissappointment
Replies: 11
Views: 7981

Re: Tatula dissappointment

Must be a hit and miss thing. I have two Tatulas and they both worked perfectly out of the box. You can contact Daiwa through their website. They stand behind their products.
by dwise
Sun Mar 22, 2015 11:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: TM not deploying
Replies: 5
Views: 1277

Re: TM not deploying

And just whose idea was it to push the motor down using your foot instead of trying to push it down with your hands...hmmm??? :lol:
by dwise
Sun Feb 08, 2015 2:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Batteries
Replies: 24
Views: 6145

Re: Batteries

I recently replaced my Interstate batteries that were going on 5 years. I replaced them before they went bad with Interstates again. I figured the first set lasted a long time, so I went with them again.
by dwise
Sun Jan 25, 2015 4:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Is Color important for Bass Fishing?
Replies: 17
Views: 3597

Re: Is Color important for Bass Fishing?

I am old school and have been taught that light conditions and water clarity are the major factors in bass being able to see your bait, so certain colors are more visible to the bass during certain light conditions and water clarity. You could catch bass on one color in the dim light of early mornin...
by dwise
Sat Jan 17, 2015 8:04 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Re-Carpeting the boat
Replies: 2
Views: 982

Re-Carpeting the boat

I am in the planning stages of purchasing carpeting, and padding for a re-carpet job on my boat. Before I buy materials, I have a couple of questions. 1. What is the standard formula for the amount of carpet I should buy, double the length of my boat, 1-1/2 times the length? 2. I definitely want car...
by dwise
Sat Jan 10, 2015 6:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: River2Sea ISE 2015 BLOWOUT Specials!!
Replies: 1
Views: 1205

Re: River2Sea ISE 2015 BLOWOUT Specials!!

Wow! Great deals! Good thing I don't live in Sacramento or I'd be spending a whole lotta money!
by dwise
Sat Jan 10, 2015 6:47 pm
Forum: Kayaks and Kick Boats
Topic: Do you recognize the voice?
Replies: 1
Views: 2064

Re: Do you recognize the voice?

Morgan Freeman
by dwise
Mon Jan 05, 2015 5:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2015 Fishing License
Replies: 4
Views: 1717

Re: 2015 Fishing License

I've been buying my license online since 2010. It's easy. I print out my temporary license from the website, then within a week I get my permanent one. This year I purchased it online on January 1st, and the permanent license arrive in today's mail, January 5th. So much easier and convenient to orde...
by dwise
Thu Jan 01, 2015 10:55 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Randy Howell - Trail to the Bassmaster Classic
Replies: 1
Views: 777

Re: Randy Howell - Trail to the Bassmaster Classic

This was one of the best seminars I've attended to date. Randy's story on how he got to the Classic was interesting, entertaining, and funny.
by dwise
Thu Dec 18, 2014 8:21 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Diawa LT Rods-No longer made
Replies: 8
Views: 2225

Re: Diawa LT Rods-No longer mad

How much are you asking for these rods, and are you selling as a lot, or separately?
by dwise
Wed Dec 03, 2014 8:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Boat Insurance
Replies: 12
Views: 3204

Re: Bass Boat Insurance

Just switched over to 1-800 Bass Boat (Ace Insurance) from Foremost Insurance. For about $25 more per year, I got WAY better coverage and I can make 4 payments vs paying the entire yearly premium with Foremost. Give Ken a call.
by dwise
Sat Nov 29, 2014 10:43 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Diawa LT Rods-No longer made
Replies: 8
Views: 2225

Re: Diawa LT Rods-No longer mad

Are you selling these rods?
by dwise
Sat Nov 29, 2014 10:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: this year's Bass A Thon
Replies: 6
Views: 1696

Re: this year's Bass A Thon

There was one secret that I forget which Bass Elite Series Pro let it slip to a bait called a "creature jig" that was real hot on the tour this year. Seems it was a large buck tail jig that is hand made in 3/4oz to 1oz made to look like a gizzard Shad. Couldn't find any info on the Intern...
by dwise
Sat Nov 29, 2014 10:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Onboard Battery Chargers?
Replies: 12
Views: 2564

Re: Onboard Battery Chargers?

I'm using the Dual Pro 3-Bank charger on my Champion. It came with the boat when I bought it used in 2010. It still works, but the green light on bank 2 isn't working anymore. When the time comes to replace my charger, I've been looking at the Minn Kota Digital.
by dwise
Sat Oct 25, 2014 5:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New fisherman looking for help with a boat
Replies: 17
Views: 3500

Re: New fisherman looking for help with a boat

And don't forget there will be sales tax on the purchase that you need to factor into your budget.
by dwise
Sat Oct 25, 2014 8:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New fisherman looking for help with a boat
Replies: 17
Views: 3500

Re: New fisherman looking for help with a boat

The guys on this forum can really give you good advice on what to look for in buying a boat. However, I want to make you aware of the costs associated with owning a boat. Insurance will cost roughly $400 per year depending on the value of your boat and what kind of coverage you want. Be sure to shop...
by dwise
Fri Oct 24, 2014 1:46 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: LOOKING FOR A BOAT IN THE $10K RANGE
Replies: 13
Views: 3176

Re: LOOKING FOR A BOAT IN THE $10K RANGE

Try looking on boattrader.com I found my 1999 Champion bass boat there.
by dwise
Sun Jul 13, 2014 10:31 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Daiwa Tatula 4-Sale (Brand New In Box)
Replies: 5
Views: 1226

Re: Daiwa Tatula 4-Sale (Brand New In Box)

I'm doing okay...still among the living, and that's a good thing. I'm still in the club but not fishing right now due to the high temperatures. Too old to take that heat anymore! :D Just got a "new-to-me" Mercury installed on my boat. Can't wait for the temperatures to go down so I can use...
by dwise
Sun Jul 13, 2014 8:42 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Daiwa Tatula 4-Sale (Brand New In Box)
Replies: 5
Views: 1226

Re: Daiwa Tatula 4-Sale (Brand New In Box)

Hi, Darius!

What's the gear ratio of this reel?

Thanks,

Darlene
by dwise
Tue Jun 24, 2014 2:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Not sure! TM pedal recessed box.
Replies: 10
Views: 1936

Re: Not sure! TM pedal recessed box.

I chose Comfort Troll simply because it was big enough for a Minn Kota pedal. At the time I had a Motor Guide, but knew that at some point I was going to change it out for a Minn Kota. I have to admit, the tray is a couple of inches too close to my pedestal seat for me, but I got used to it. There w...
by dwise
Mon Jun 09, 2014 12:42 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 10' POND BOATSOLD-THANKS WB
Replies: 1
Views: 929

Re: THE ULTIMATE 10' POND BOAT

Your link doesn't work. It says that the server does not exist.
by dwise
Tue Jun 03, 2014 7:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Castaic cable fell off
Replies: 6
Views: 1435

Re: Castaic cable fell off

Great! Now I have to remember to check my Castaic cable that was put on on Saturday as well. Just another detail to remember to do when I go to my boat again. :|
by dwise
Sun May 18, 2014 7:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: lamiglas "senko special" tip replacement
Replies: 2
Views: 920

Re: lamiglas "senko special" tip replacement

If you call Lamiglass, they might have tip guides they can send you.
by dwise
Wed May 14, 2014 5:38 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Diawa Lexa 300HS FOR SALE
Replies: 1
Views: 677

Re: Diawa Lexa 300HS FOR SALE

What is the condition of the reel? Is the reel for left or right handed?
by dwise
Sat Apr 26, 2014 3:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need To Choose New Transom Tie-Downs.....
Replies: 4
Views: 1436

Re: Need To Choose New Transom Tie-Downs.....

I bought boat buckles from Tackle Warehouse too. Much easier to retract than my old rod buckle tie downs.
by dwise
Tue Apr 08, 2014 11:28 am
Forum: Marine Accessories
Topic: Looking for 520 Ranger dashes and glove box door oor.
Replies: 1
Views: 994

Re: Looking for 520 Ranger dashes and glove box door oo

You might want to check on http://www.bassboatcentral.com under the forums for Ranger boats. Those guys may have what you are looking for, or may be able to steer you in the right direction.
by dwise
Sat Apr 05, 2014 2:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Recommendations on a prop
Replies: 6
Views: 1369

Re: Recommendations on a prop

Thanks, guys for the recommendations. It's clear I have some options.
by dwise
Fri Apr 04, 2014 3:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Recommendations on a prop
Replies: 6
Views: 1369

Recommendations on a prop

I'll be getting a Mercury 175hp Pro XS soon, and it will need a prop. What brand of prop, pitch, etc. do you recommend I buy? I have a manual jackplate on the boat. My boat is a 1999 Champion 187.
by dwise
Wed Apr 02, 2014 12:50 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Luxury tax ?
Replies: 17
Views: 4016

Re: Luxury tax ?

In CA the boat and trailer have a separate title for both, whereas AZ you have no title for the boat only the trailer. Fees for boat registration are paid directly to AZGFD and the trailer through AZMVD with perm plates. You can register your boat with AZ to skip the CA luxury tax and keep your tra...
by dwise
Tue Mar 25, 2014 1:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Luxury tax ?
Replies: 17
Views: 4016

Re: Luxury tax ?

Los Angeles County charges a Luxury Tax, but they call it, Unsecured Property Tax. I pay around $59 per year.
by dwise
Sun Mar 23, 2014 11:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I Need cable to Motor guide !!trollingmotor foot steer
Replies: 8
Views: 1530

Re: I Need cable to Motor guide !!trollingmotor foot steer

Call the Trolling Motor Doctor. Ask for Nick.

http://www.trollingmotordoctor.com
by dwise
Fri Mar 21, 2014 7:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Is there a rule against: Mechanical Devices to assist!
Replies: 23
Views: 4256

Re: Is there a rule against: Mechanical Devices to assist!

Even with all the electronics, side & down imaging, hydrowave, Livingston crankbaits you still have to find the fish before you can catch them and even if you find the fish, they may not be in the mood to bite whatever you throw at them.
by dwise
Thu Mar 20, 2014 12:48 pm
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: Huge lots of hardbaits , incl. Lucky Craft, Reaction Innov..
Replies: 2
Views: 1594

Re: Huge lots of hardbaits , incl. Lucky Craft, Reaction Inn

Umm...everything says, "SOLD" and "Bidding ended on this item".
by dwise
Tue Mar 18, 2014 8:08 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: battery charger which brand
Replies: 10
Views: 2476

Re: battery charger which brand

I have Dual Pro 3-bank that came with the boat when I bought it used in 2010. It still works fine but the green light on the 2nd bank doesn't work anymore. I'm assuming that when all the red lights are out, and I show green on the other two banks, that everything is fully charged. I've been thinking...
by dwise
Sun Mar 02, 2014 9:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: older merc EFI or Optimax?
Replies: 7
Views: 2425

Re: older merc EFI or Optimax?

Hello All, I am considering purchasing a used bass boat in the very near future. I'm Looking at one with a 99 Merc EFI 200hp, or one with an early 2000s optimax. Can anyone tell me the pitfalls of any of these motors? Any info would be greatly appreciated!! I don't know where you are located, but i...
by dwise
Sun Mar 02, 2014 9:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Straight Up Basic Question
Replies: 16
Views: 4086

Re: Straight Up Basic Question

I've fished a few Pro Am tournaments, and a couple of US Opens as a Co-angler, and I've never had my Pro boater deny me the courtesy of taking me to the outhouse if I have to go. In the club tournaments I fish as a boater most of the time, so I always offer to take my Co-angler to the outhouse. When...
by dwise
Wed Feb 26, 2014 10:59 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: fluorocarbon line
Replies: 8
Views: 2175

Re: fluorocarbon line

I started using Sunline Reaction Fluorocarbon line for my cranking.
by dwise
Fri Feb 21, 2014 2:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Classic weigh-in
Replies: 1
Views: 791

Re: Classic weigh-in

by dwise
Wed Feb 12, 2014 10:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: fish care
Replies: 1
Views: 627

Re: fish care

Yeah, and then he gives me that same yellow rag so I can cool off in the summer heat! :lol:
by dwise
Fri Jan 17, 2014 8:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WON BASS
Replies: 7
Views: 2226

Re: WON BASS

Yes, it is shared weight.
by dwise
Mon Jan 06, 2014 6:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyway I can help.......
Replies: 28
Views: 6472

Re: Anyway I can help.......

George Kramer has a new article on spoons that he just put up on his blog today called, "Looking for answers come 'spoon time'."

http://kramergonefishing.com/2014/01/06 ... poon-time/
by dwise
Thu Jan 02, 2014 4:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sacramento Family Faces Felony Charges for Selling ...
Replies: 14
Views: 3806

Re: Sacramento Family Faces Felony Charges for Selling ...

I haven't been asked by any warden to see my fishing license since I started back fishing again in 2010. I pay good money for a fishing license every year, stick it in my wallet, and that's where it stays the whole year. It never leaves my wallet. Problem is there are not enough game wardens in this...
by dwise
Thu Jan 02, 2014 3:36 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How many brakes do you put on your high end bait caster?
Replies: 5
Views: 1247

Re: How many brakes do you put on your high end bait caster?

I adjust my reels like you do. I usually start with half out, and play around with them from there. Same here. Once I get the brakes adjusted, then I mess around with the tension knob. Sometimes I forget to adjust the tension knob when I change baits, and then I get reminded when I have a bird's ne...
by dwise
Wed Jan 01, 2014 8:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2014 fishing license CA.
Replies: 6
Views: 2340

Re: 2014 fishing license CA.

In the past, even with a Colorado river stamp, I had to still buy a Nevada fishing license for Mead and an Arizona license for Havasu. I don't fish the river any longer so things may have changed.
by dwise
Tue Dec 31, 2013 9:06 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Quantum EXO 300PT in Excellent condition with box, extra pow
Replies: 4
Views: 778

Re: Quantum EXO 300PT in Excellent condition with box, extra

mark poulson wrote:What is the retrieve ratio?
From the 4th picture it looks like it says, "5.3:1"
by dwise
Mon Dec 23, 2013 8:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat Registration
Replies: 9
Views: 2493

Re: Boat Registration

On Mead and Nevada state we have this AIG tag. Costs $15 annually. Nevada registration for a Skeeter at 21 ft is $40 annually. Can't launch legally without it. Ran into an AIG rep doing a survey at the ramp back in November and he told me they are going to use some of the funds to install free hot ...
by dwise
Sun Dec 22, 2013 3:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat Registration
Replies: 9
Views: 2493

Re: Boat Registration

I know the fee is for two years,but if they just keep adding fee after fee people will be priced out of the market to enjoy fishing, Just like creating a depth finder that costs over $3000.00 I will never buy one for that price. I don't know about you, but I think the $20 for two years that I paid ...
by dwise
Sun Dec 22, 2013 3:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Major League Fishing
Replies: 2
Views: 1155

Re: Major League Fishing

Early January for The Summit Cup.
by dwise
Sun Dec 22, 2013 7:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat Registration
Replies: 9
Views: 2493

Re: Boat Registration

I don't like the rate hike either, but the fees cover two years, and when you think about it, it's a cheap expense for enjoying your fishing. And you get TWO stickers to put on your boat instead of just one! :lol:
by dwise
Sun Dec 22, 2013 7:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: non boater etiquette?
Replies: 9
Views: 2946

Re: non boater etiquette?

One thing to remember is not to cast over your boater's line. Watch where they cast, then make your cast. Keep your tackle, rods, and other stuff out of the way. I hate having to move my Co-angler's stuff so I won't step on, or trip on it. Some guys don't like it when their Co-angler brings a ton of...