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by Tony Lain
Thu Mar 17, 2022 11:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Tournament Release Boat
Replies: 0
Views: 720

Bass Tournament Release Boat

If you don't already know, here's how a Bass tournament release boat works...

by Tony Lain
Sat Jan 16, 2021 5:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: JerkBait Basic Tips
Replies: 0
Views: 858

JerkBait Basic Tips

by Tony Lain
Sat May 02, 2020 12:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Catching Giant Redear Sunfish
Replies: 2
Views: 1096

Catching Giant Redear Sunfish

Lake Havasu Redear are chewing...

by Tony Lain
Mon Mar 02, 2020 9:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sight Fishing at Lake Havasu VIDEO
Replies: 4
Views: 1793

Re: Sight Fishing at Lake Havasu VIDEO

toddmc, Wet and windy for a few days, but this weekend should be fun!!
by Tony Lain
Sun Mar 01, 2020 11:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sight Fishing at Lake Havasu VIDEO
Replies: 4
Views: 1793

Sight Fishing at Lake Havasu VIDEO

Fellow Anglers, it's that time!! Check out how I catch'em sight fishing at Lake Havasu...

by Tony Lain
Fri Aug 23, 2019 2:29 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 2017 Ranger Z520c - Tournament Ready!!
Replies: 0
Views: 899

2017 Ranger Z520c - Tournament Ready!!

2017 Ranger Z520c Ready for its next owner, available now at Anglers Marine (714) 666-2628. Many-many brand new items, like the factory windshield, custom fitted boat cover and even the front and back seat have never been sat on - WOW!! Super clean pro staff boat, huge savings!! Please contact Angle...
by Tony Lain
Thu May 02, 2019 7:45 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Big Redear Sunfish at Lake Havasu
Replies: 0
Views: 3382

Big Redear Sunfish at Lake Havasu

The Redear are biting! Here is a video on how to catch them, covering basic Tips & Tricks!

by Tony Lain
Tue Apr 09, 2019 9:24 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The Drop shot
Replies: 7
Views: 1808

Re: The Drop shot

I think the best "affordable" finesse reel is the Daiwa 2500 XH Ballistic... But if you want the "Rolex Watch" of finesse spinning reels = DAIWA EXIST!! https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Daiwa_B ... -DBLT.html
by Tony Lain
Sun Mar 17, 2019 4:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Video - The Chicken Rig "BWWK"
Replies: 0
Views: 1642

Video - The Chicken Rig "BWWK"

If interested in new/forgotten awesome finesse technique, this seminar was filmed at the Bass tank, 2019 Fred Hall, Long Beach, CA show...

by Tony Lain
Fri Mar 01, 2019 2:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A-rig rod question
Replies: 11
Views: 5059

Re: A-rig rod question

I think it depends on what and how heavy an A-Rig. For big heavy A-Rig (2-3oz), I use a MH swimbait rod (Daiwa DXSB 8' MH) and for everyday A-Rig like the G-Funk, I use a MH or H 7'6" Daiwa Tatula Elite series rod (7'4" Searchbait rod). Try rods that have similar action to a crankbait (mod...
by Tony Lain
Sun Feb 17, 2019 7:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cranking Rod for 8 & 10XD’s ?
Replies: 9
Views: 8124

Re: Cranking Rod for 8 & 10XD’s ?

by Tony Lain
Fri Jan 11, 2019 8:52 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lipless Crankbaits in Cold Water
Replies: 1
Views: 2403

Lipless Crankbaits in Cold Water

by Tony Lain
Sun Oct 28, 2018 4:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Daiwa Tatula Elite AGS ?
Replies: 1
Views: 1318

Re: Daiwa Tatula Elite AGS ?

I use a few of these rods, and really like 4 of them... I really like the Ish Monroe Frog rod, but not just for open water frogs. Also a great rod to pitch Senkos and small creature baits, even a great heavy football jig rod. 7'6" Heavy Flip/Pitch rod is also one of my favs! Not AGS, but Brent ...
by Tony Lain
Thu Sep 20, 2018 10:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Havasu Bladed Jig Tips
Replies: 2
Views: 1664

Re: Lake Havasu Bladed Jig Tips

jg, I agree 100%. Bladed Jig fishing in every Lake is "situational & seasonal". On this morning, I forced myself to only throw the Jack Hammer on two different rods (Braid vs Fluoro) in an effort to learn the different characteristics of the new Evergreen Jack Hammer rods and new Tatul...
by Tony Lain
Thu Sep 20, 2018 8:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Havasu Bladed Jig Tips
Replies: 2
Views: 1664

Lake Havasu Bladed Jig Tips

I had a fun morning, forced myself to just throw a bladed jig.


by Tony Lain
Wed Sep 05, 2018 8:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Three Rods for The Delta
Replies: 12
Views: 4364

Re: Three Rods for The Delta

Great question... This time of year, lets talk baits to go with the rods. Punch a creature bait, pitch the Senko, and chuck a vibrating jig. Punch rod 8' Heavy action, Senko the 7'4" Ish Monroe Frog rod (awesome Senko rod) and vibrating jig the 7'4" MH Brent Ehler Bladed Jig rod. http://ww...
by Tony Lain
Fri Aug 03, 2018 11:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best Length For Heavy Jig / Big Worm Rod
Replies: 11
Views: 5167

Re: Best Length For Heavy Jig / Big Worm Rod

My favorite heavy jig/big worm rod is the Daiwa Tatula Elite 7'4" rod. Ish Monroe designed this rod for open water Frog fishing, great rod for Frogs, but I also use it for jigs/worms and pitching Senkos: check out the specs in this link - http://www.daiwa.com/us/contents/rods/tatula_elite/index...
by Tony Lain
Mon Jun 18, 2018 8:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Havasu Smallmouth
Replies: 6
Views: 2790

Re: Lake Havasu Smallmouth

I still have the older 1st Gen 4K, GoPro HERO 4. If you can, buy the newest HERO 5. It has voice command feature, which is way easier to operate while fishing. Good luck and thanks!
by Tony Lain
Wed Jun 13, 2018 1:48 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Havasu - Senko Biters
Replies: 0
Views: 922

Lake Havasu - Senko Biters

Daiwa pro Tony Lain. I'm so happy that I moved to Lake Havasu City last year. Check out yesterday's Bass catches and enjoy the music!!

by Tony Lain
Fri May 11, 2018 1:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Senko Bass Bite!!
Replies: 0
Views: 2435

Senko Bass Bite!!

The Bass are chewing the Senko at Lake Havasu!! Check out the how to video and enjoy the music.

by Tony Lain
Thu Apr 19, 2018 7:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Havasu Smallmouth
Replies: 6
Views: 2790

Re: Lake Havasu Smallmouth

Zup!? I moved to Lake Havasu City last October and fished my first Winter Season last year. I figured a few things out and produced a few GoPro videos that I posted on my You Tube page "Tony Lain". Once you get settled in town, and have any questions, look me up! Here is an example of a vi...
by Tony Lain
Thu Apr 05, 2018 12:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Havasu tips on Bed Fishing
Replies: 0
Views: 919

Lake Havasu tips on Bed Fishing

I have had a few questions over the past two weeks regarding fishing beds at Lake Havasu. Here is a a few tips and tricks I use...

by Tony Lain
Fri Mar 30, 2018 12:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rod for throwing Toads
Replies: 11
Views: 2382

Re: Rod for throwing Toads

If you are not completely locked on a particular rod brand, take a good look at the Daiwa Tatula Elite Series, Ish Monroe, frog rod. One of my favorite rods for the toads/ribbit baits. My set up, above mentioned frog/toad rod, Tatula SV high speed reel (SV designed to toss lighter lures), spooled wi...
by Tony Lain
Thu Mar 29, 2018 6:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Havasu Spring Break 2018
Replies: 0
Views: 1306

Lake Havasu Spring Break 2018

Spring Break Smallmouth party near the Lake Havasu London Bridge!! Enjoy the sights and the music... and the fishing too!

by Tony Lain
Sun Mar 25, 2018 8:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Havasu - Bass on Beds
Replies: 0
Views: 1018

Lake Havasu - Bass on Beds

I had a great day on the water with Yolanda Mativa and Carl Limbrick, Jr. We caught some really nice Bass off beds. Check out the video and enjoy the music!!

by Tony Lain
Sun Feb 25, 2018 9:49 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: casting rod for senkos
Replies: 10
Views: 9557

Re: casting rod for senkos

One of my favorite Senko rods is the Daiwa Tatula Elite 7'3" MH. I use the same rod when fishing a lighter football jig in shallow water. This rod is legit!! see link.....

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Daiwa_Ta ... CRSXX.html
by Tony Lain
Sat Feb 24, 2018 6:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Havasu Finesse Bass Fishing
Replies: 0
Views: 1349

Lake Havasu Finesse Bass Fishing

Winter Bass fishing at Lake Havasu has been tuff!! I had to bust out the finesse gear on this day. I hope some of these tips can help you get some bites too!!

by Tony Lain
Wed Dec 20, 2017 8:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Winter Bass'n at Lake Havasu
Replies: 0
Views: 1436

Winter Bass'n at Lake Havasu

Early December, still catch'n a few good ones! Check out the GoPro video....

by Tony Lain
Wed Dec 13, 2017 10:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Spoon Rod
Replies: 7
Views: 5307

Re: Spoon Rod

I agree with TheFLY... depends on what spoon size, what species you are targeting, and how you fish the spoon. I do a lot of flutter spoon fishing this time of year (see "Tony Lain" FaceBook photos and YouTube videos), normally targeting big Stripers. I do catch my share big Largemouth bas...
by Tony Lain
Sat Dec 09, 2017 3:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: GoPro Crank'n Lake Havasu
Replies: 0
Views: 1026

GoPro Crank'n Lake Havasu

Some quick tips on deep crank'n Lake Havasu...

by Tony Lain
Sat Nov 18, 2017 10:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Flipping/Pitching Rod Length
Replies: 5
Views: 4716

Re: Flipping/Pitching Rod Length

I personally like two lengths, depends on the cover... When pitching outside edges, 7'4" rod for more accurate pitches. Heavy cover like wood and inside reeds, 7'6" for extra power to pull'em out of the think stuff. I use the Daiwa Tatula Elite series rods for this, 7'4" frog rod is m...
by Tony Lain
Thu Sep 21, 2017 5:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Jerkbait Rod----Survey
Replies: 13
Views: 3991

Re: Jerkbait Rod----Survey

A few years ago I started throwing jerk baits on spinning tackle, after watching other pros do it on various Bass TV shows. After some trail and error, I think it works way better. I found you get longer cast, less arm fatigue and more control fighting fish (especially Smallmouth Bass). Braid with a...
by Tony Lain
Sat Sep 02, 2017 1:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Daiwa JDM zillion opinions...
Replies: 2
Views: 785

Re: Daiwa JDM zillion opinions...

Great reel!! That low gear ratio is perfect for deep crank'n and slow rolling big spinner baits out deep!!
by Tony Lain
Fri Aug 11, 2017 6:19 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Diamond Valley Lake Drop Shot
Replies: 0
Views: 716

Diamond Valley Lake Drop Shot

Bite at Diamond Valley was a bit tough today. I had to finesse/drop shot to get a small limit. NBW Night derby there tomorrow evening, and lately at night you need a five pounder average just to get a check!!


by Tony Lain
Mon Aug 07, 2017 6:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Deep cranking
Replies: 10
Views: 2499

Re: Deep cranking

If you are tossing big deep cranks like DD-22's or the deep driving Evergreen cranks, I'd recommend the new Daiwa Tatula Elite Glass Series crank rod. I use the 8' footer and love it!:

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Daiwa_Ta ... CRAXX.html
by Tony Lain
Mon Aug 07, 2017 6:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Deep cranking
Replies: 10
Views: 2499

Re: Deep cranking

When you say "Heavy-Duty", like for tossing big 10-XD deep cranks? If so, the best rod I use for that is in the Daiwa Zillion series. Check out the link:

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Daiwa_Zi ... -ZILS.html
by Tony Lain
Mon Aug 07, 2017 8:44 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Healthy Bass at Diamond Valley Lake
Replies: 2
Views: 1413

Re: Healthy Bass at Diamond Valley Lake

Yeah, this "rally cap" dreadlocks video was a one shot deal. My neck was hot and itchy!! lol. I wear the same buff that you mentioned. Keep sett'n the hook!!
by Tony Lain
Thu Aug 03, 2017 5:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Healthy Bass at Diamond Valley Lake
Replies: 2
Views: 1413

Healthy Bass at Diamond Valley Lake

Had a great time on the water this morning at Diamond Valley Lake, Southern California. Made this fun goofy GoPro video, check it out:
#Daiwa
by Tony Lain
Thu Jul 27, 2017 7:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best type of rod for Stanley toads and teckel sprinker frogs
Replies: 10
Views: 2488

Re: Best type of rod for Stanley toads and teckel sprinker frogs

I use two different rods for toads/frogs/ribbits. Both are Daiwa Tatula Elite series rods 7'3"MH and 7'4"H. Med-Heavy for more open water. Check out the specs on this link:

http://www.daiwa.com/us/contents/rods/t ... index.html
by Tony Lain
Fri Jul 14, 2017 5:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Begginer 3 rod set up?
Replies: 5
Views: 1306

Re: Begginer 3 rod set up?

Robchik's reply is dead on. 100% agree ref 3 rod actions. Check out the link ref affordable Daiwa Fuego set ups, maybe for some more info and ideas. Tight lines!

by Tony Lain
Thu Jul 13, 2017 9:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Budget friendly 10xd rod.
Replies: 9
Views: 3558

Re: Budget friendly 10xd rod.

Daiwa and Tackle Warehouse teamed up and made a great glass reaction rod. Rod exclusively only sold at Tackle Warehouse. Great big crank rod and I also use mine for tossing buzz baits. $149 bucks too! Check out the link... http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Daiwa_DX_Type-H_Glass_Reaction_Casting_Rod/des...
by Tony Lain
Tue Jun 27, 2017 2:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DVL Night fishing report
Replies: 1
Views: 2132

Re: DVL Night fishing report

Great night (except the hook in the knee...). If it was a 3 fish multi-species derby we would had 3 for over 45 pounds! Great battle with that giant Striper on the crank rod... That thing tried to "spool" you twice!!
by Tony Lain
Tue Jun 27, 2017 2:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: They are biting at Diamond Valley Lake
Replies: 2
Views: 1608

Re: They are biting at Diamond Valley Lake

Big Fish wrote:Way to go Big Tony ! That's the way to enjoy retirement . Stay well and enjoying life ! TuT

Thanks for the shout out! #Blessed
by Tony Lain
Sat Jun 17, 2017 10:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rod recommendation
Replies: 7
Views: 1599

Re: Rod recommendation

Nothing like getting fishing tackle for a gift. Score!! A good rod at a good price... Daiwa Tatula series. For Senko and worm fishing, the 7'2" MH is a great choice. Check out the link:

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Daiwa_Ta ... e-DTC.html
by Tony Lain
Wed Jun 14, 2017 8:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: They are biting at Diamond Valley Lake
Replies: 2
Views: 1608

They are biting at Diamond Valley Lake

Today I was able to do an afternoon session on my home water, Diamond Valley Lake. Got a few on my new Daiwa Tatula Elite series rods. I know I'm truly blessed. Enjoy the GoPro video:

by Tony Lain
Tue Jun 13, 2017 7:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ripping reel
Replies: 7
Views: 1772

Re: Ripping reel

More on the Daiwa Tatula SV... Awesome reel for lighter baits!!

by Tony Lain
Tue Jun 13, 2017 7:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ripping reel
Replies: 7
Views: 1772

Re: Ripping reel

Take a good luck at the new Daiwa Tatula SV series. The SV spool is designed to help cast lighter baiter baits further. You can cast a jerk bait a mile with this reel. I use the 8.1:1 speed for ripping. Check out the link...

http://www.daiwa.com/us/contents/reels/ ... index.html
by Tony Lain
Tue May 30, 2017 9:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best Football Jig Rod for 1/4-1/2oz jigs
Replies: 13
Views: 9439

Re: Best Football Jig Rod for 1/4-1/2oz jigs

I had been using the Daiwa Zillion MH jig rod for the last few years and it works great for the jig sizes that you mentioned and big worms (night fishing) as well. I recently started using the brand new Daiwa Tatula Elite series rods. The 7'3" MH is my new light jig rod, paired with a high spee...
by Tony Lain
Sun May 28, 2017 10:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Progress on San Vicente Lake...SoCal
Replies: 7
Views: 2927

Re: Progress on San Vicente Lake...SoCal

All I can say is, I assisted Ricky Shabazz with doing sonar logging at San Vicente several times since it re-opened. I'm sure some of the locals saw us in the Yellow Team Bling machine... Until now, before the updates were available to the public, we fished four team tournaments at San Vicente and w...
by Tony Lain
Sun May 07, 2017 5:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best cranking reel out there?
Replies: 11
Views: 4466

Re: Best cranking reel out there?

Really depends on what type of cranks (bigger/deeper driving the crank, lower the gear ratio). For all around cranks like square bills, shallow drivers to med drivers, check out the Daiwa Tatula and Zillion reels. The new Tatula SV TW casts small light weight lures like no other reel I have owned. C...
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