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by Kyle46N
Thu Nov 05, 2020 6:30 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Power-Shotting for Big Bass with Ike VIDEO
Replies: 1
Views: 887

Re: Power-Shotting for Big Bass with Ike VIDEO

Bubba shotting! Probably one of the best techniques I’m taking away from my few years spent on the Cali Delta. So effective.
by Kyle46N
Sun Nov 01, 2020 6:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Salmon in the sloughs?
Replies: 3
Views: 1398

Re: Salmon in the sloughs?

I’ll answer my own question. Saw two salmon at the back of Sycamore from 0630 to 0800 today. So they don’t seem to be there at all. Same with Hog...nothing. Fished the Mokolumne from Wimpy’s to Tower Park the rest of the day. My son and I caught about 30 bass, nothing of size. They were smoking a sh...
by Kyle46N
Fri Oct 30, 2020 3:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Salmon in the sloughs?
Replies: 3
Views: 1398

Salmon in the sloughs?

Anyone seeing any stray salmon in the sloughs branching off the Mokulumne? I went to the backs of Sycamore and Hog several times between 1 Oct and 20 Oct, saw one jump and that was it.
by Kyle46N
Sat Oct 17, 2020 8:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rio Vista city ramp
Replies: 0
Views: 404

Rio Vista city ramp

Anyone laid eyes on it and know if its open? Saw something online stating it closed fir construction in July. If you’ve been there, do they still have the automated pay machine? Thanks!
by Kyle46N
Sat Oct 17, 2020 8:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Your performance on the Delta
Replies: 7
Views: 2036

Re: Your performance on the Delta

I’m sure there are many anglers like us wondering why we can’t a big fish for months, the delta is so big and vast that you’re always going to wonder if you’re in the wrong spot throwing the wrong lure, or is it the tide yada yada. Easiest place to lose your confidence and get into a funk! So true....
by Kyle46N
Thu Jul 16, 2020 2:22 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ca Delta Bass Fishing Reaction Bite (video)
Replies: 4
Views: 1474

Re: Ca Delta Bass Fishing Reaction Bite (video)

Thanks for the vid! I think I learned something....I'm fishing too slow. Throwing all the same stuff, but I can see you're making them commit with speed. Eat or miss out! Thanks again!
by Kyle46N
Fri Jul 03, 2020 8:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Bass Fishing, End of June Report and Video
Replies: 4
Views: 1298

Re: Delta Bass Fishing, End of June Report and Video

Saw you in Whites/Potato on Wednesday. I was the guy with my son. I recognize your dog! Great video!
by Kyle46N
Wed Oct 09, 2019 2:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: jerkbaits
Replies: 16
Views: 5033

Re: jerkbaits

Have a shallow and a deeper version on, and throw it between tule islands in sloughs on the Delta. Often you'll have the shallow ridge running between islands with sloping sides into the channel. Bass will move up and down that slope using the grass for ambush depending on the tide. Caught 2 sevens ...
by Kyle46N
Sun Sep 15, 2019 8:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Salmon in the sloughs?
Replies: 1
Views: 981

Salmon in the sloughs?

Anyone see any salmon in tbe sloughs off the Mokolumne yet? I was up there 3 weeks ago, and not a fish to be seen. I have 1 or 2 more trips to the Delta before I head to Afghanistan again. Hoping to put the kids on a slough salmon. I will say, the bass were chewin red squarebills along any rocks in ...
by Kyle46N
Sat Jul 27, 2019 10:24 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta quantity over quality tip
Replies: 12
Views: 2962

Delta quantity over quality tip

For any of you forum members looking to just put friends, family on numbers of fish right now, head to the Delta with drop shot in hand. Any 6 to 7 inch trick worm style/straight tail style worm will do. Make sure to cast into the water. And proceed to catching. Seriously, for highest numbers any in...
by Kyle46N
Sat Jul 20, 2019 8:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The Ned Rig Bait that DOUBLES as a Dropshot Bait VIDEO
Replies: 1
Views: 1150

Re: The Ned Rig Bait that DOUBLES as a Dropshot Bait VIDEO

Comes in 2 sizes....small guy and big guy. I could sit here all day watching Ike talk fishing next to his 10 gallon aquarium.
by Kyle46N
Sun Jun 30, 2019 3:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Capell cove
Replies: 2
Views: 1013

Re: Capell cove

Thanks! I went, and it's still free. There IS a self inpection box for mussels. I don't remember seeing this the past couple years. Just fill out the form and put it on the dashboard. Although when I went on Friday, I didn't see a single tow vehicle in the parking lot with the form. Guess they don't...
by Kyle46N
Sun Jun 30, 2019 10:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Why and How Mark Daniels Jr. ties the FG Knot
Replies: 1
Views: 825

Re: Why and How Mark Daniels Jr. ties the FG Knot

I'll second everything Mark said after using the FG for a three years now. I would also add the importance of tightening down the knot before tying the half hitches. It kind of cinches down on itself and really decreases the odds of unraveling.
by Kyle46N
Sat Jun 29, 2019 12:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bereyessa report, 28 June 19
Replies: 0
Views: 519

Bereyessa report, 28 June 19

Took my kids to Berryessa yesterday, started out on main lake points. We caught some good fish, 3.5 lb smallie, some 3lb largemouth, and about a 3.5lb spot. About 15 fish in all but a pretty good best five. We fished in to some coves in the narrows, caught only one largemouth, but lost what I guesst...
by Kyle46N
Wed Jun 26, 2019 12:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Capell cove
Replies: 2
Views: 1013

Capell cove

Are they charging at the ramp yet? Haven't been in a while. Thanks!
by Kyle46N
Sun Jun 23, 2019 7:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Video from the Delta 6/20/19
Replies: 8
Views: 2363

Re: Video from the Delta 6/20/19

Great video! It takes work with the editing and all, but at the very least, its worth it to have those memories with your boy. I've got a bunch with my son and daughter, but have quit making them recently. You've motivated me to fire up the gopro again.
by Kyle46N
Sat Jun 01, 2019 11:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rod repair recommendations
Replies: 5
Views: 1087

Rod repair recommendations

Anyone have any recommendations for good rod repair business near Vacaville, Fairfield, even up to Sacramento? Not looking for anything crazy, just guide repair. Thanks!
by Kyle46N
Sat May 18, 2019 6:27 pm
Forum: Kayaks and Kick Boats
Topic: Target Berryessa smallmouth VIDEO
Replies: 1
Views: 1288

Re: Target Berryessa smallmouth VIDEO

Great video and production! Honestly its great to see women get out there and show everyone why fishing is so addicting. It's not gender specific, but many women think this is a guy hobby. It's not for the specific reasons both of these ladies emphasize. The mental challenge, physical challenge, and...
by Kyle46N
Wed Apr 24, 2019 6:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Berryessa, 24 April 19
Replies: 0
Views: 674

Berryessa, 24 April 19

I've read plenty about Berryessa post spawn, and that there are bass everywhere in the shallows, but up until today, never had the chance to fish this time of the year. Deployed last year mid April and missed it, but my wife and kids had a ton of fun today. Looks like we missed the crappie spawn, bu...
by Kyle46N
Mon Apr 22, 2019 6:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bluegill/!Crappie fishing for kids
Replies: 5
Views: 1014

Re: Bluegill/!Crappie fishing for kids

Just took my wife and kids shellcracker/bluegill fishing twice this past week on the Delta. We were pitching ultralight dropshot rigs with red wigglers into 1-2 ft of water up against the shore behind and inbetween boat docks in white slough. Lots of bluegill on beds, shellcracker too. In two days w...
by Kyle46N
Sun Apr 21, 2019 10:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Moke water clarity
Replies: 2
Views: 834

Re: Moke water clarity

About 2 ft vis, turning green in Potato south of Tower, and then into Whites. North between Tower and Sycamore is clearing up, BUT still only about a foot to 1.5 vis. I was in these areas Friday. Big difference between Wednesday and Friday though, so looks like its finally starting to clear.
by Kyle46N
Tue Apr 09, 2019 5:27 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Keithech Fat 4.8 Funky Swimming
Replies: 7
Views: 5026

Re: Keithech Fat 4.8 Funky Swimming

I've had a couple other brands version of the keitech also not swim correct. I found the tail to be more thin than normal and would basically give way to the water instead of getting that side to side thumping action. I don't believe its the weight that's your problem. I fish e erything from 1/16th ...
by Kyle46N
Sun Apr 07, 2019 8:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Does anyone punch this weed in ca delta?
Replies: 8
Views: 3256

Re: Does anyone punch this weed in ca delta?

Hydrilla, and/or Brazilian Elodea and yes its loaded with fish. Keep in mind, it also has a canopy with open water underneath, even though it looks like a wall of plant. The wall on tbe outside grows thick because of sun exposure, and creates the visual of a mass of weeds. So how can a bass hunt in ...
by Kyle46N
Sat Apr 06, 2019 3:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Knots
Replies: 10
Views: 3111

Re: Knots

Ha! I use that knot for double dropper surf rigs. Never thought about using it for dropshot. Thanks!
by Kyle46N
Tue Apr 02, 2019 11:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for a telescopic butt crank bait rod
Replies: 29
Views: 4972

Re: Looking for a telescopic butt crank bait rod

Glad I could help! Better you than me, because I DO NOT need another rod. Good review though, and definitely will be helpful if I look into a longer crank rod.
by Kyle46N
Mon Apr 01, 2019 6:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Capell cove
Replies: 3
Views: 1072

Capell cove

I hate to always ask this, but it's hard to find info elsewhere. Is the Capell cove launch open? I saw something on Berryessa news FB page indicating it may have opened today. Anyone layed eyes on the ramp?
by Kyle46N
Sat Mar 30, 2019 4:55 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Fishing?
Replies: 5
Views: 1671

Re: Delta Fishing?

At the rate we are losing fish, you best get out there and get a few. They should be moving shallow this week and the smaller fish should be showing themselves. Seal clubbing looks to be our next sport. It was really disturbing watching several sea lions work the backs of the pockets on the west si...
by Kyle46N
Mon Mar 11, 2019 8:36 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Capell Launh open?
Replies: 5
Views: 1309

Re: Capell Launh open?

I was wondering the same. They pulled the docks whrn the water got over glory hole. And its still 2 feet over, so I doubt they put the docks back in yet. I would love to be wrong though!
by Kyle46N
Mon Mar 11, 2019 8:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Is the ca delta about to bust open?
Replies: 5
Views: 1571

Re: Is the ca delta about to bust open?

Find relatively clear water. They were already positioning the past week, and will get closer everyday this week. You'll see fish on beds in clear water in a week. It happens fast on the Delta.
by Kyle46N
Tue Mar 05, 2019 10:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for a telescopic butt crank bait rod
Replies: 29
Views: 4972

Re: Looking for a telescopic butt crank bait rod

Not sure where you live, or if it's still there. But sportsmans warehouse in fairfield had a team lews custom pro long range crank rod. 9 ft, telescoping, 50% off. Saw it on Wednesday. Great spotting that rod Kyle, looks like a good one, esp at 50% off. What did you think about it? Obviously it mad...
by Kyle46N
Tue Mar 05, 2019 10:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 1 1/4 Oz Chatterbait?
Replies: 1
Views: 842

Re: 1 1/4 Oz Chatterbait?

Slow rolling it along the bottom in anything deeper than 10 ft of water.
by Kyle46N
Sat Mar 02, 2019 6:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for a telescopic butt crank bait rod
Replies: 29
Views: 4972

Re: Looking for a telescopic butt crank bait rod

Not sure where you live, or if it's still there. But sportsmans warehouse in fairfield had a team lews custom pro long range crank rod. 9 ft, telescoping, 50% off. Saw it on Wednesday.
by Kyle46N
Sat Mar 02, 2019 1:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ca delta bubba shot?
Replies: 8
Views: 4141

Re: Ca delta bubba shot?

Gary summed it up. I'll add I used it for the first time during the spawn last year, and wow...so effective. Everything is bigger so you can fish in or near the thick stuff.
by Kyle46N
Fri Mar 01, 2019 3:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Capell cove, Berryessa
Replies: 8
Views: 2920

Re: Capell cove, Berryessa

Great info. Thanks! Looks like its still 25 dollars to launch at Pleasure or Markley. I just can't do it. Back to the Delta.
by Kyle46N
Fri Mar 01, 2019 6:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Capell cove, Berryessa
Replies: 8
Views: 2920

Capell cove, Berryessa

Anyone layed eyes on the ramp at Capell since the most recent rise in water....4 ft over Glory Hole. I was out there last week and water level was not far from the top of the ramp. Just wondering if the ramp is still useable and the floating dock is still in place.
by Kyle46N
Wed Feb 27, 2019 8:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: California delta spinning rod?
Replies: 9
Views: 2577

Re: California delta spinning rod?

If I'm drop shotting on the Delta its with a medium heavy baitcast. 40lb braid to 15 lb flouro. Texposed 6 in fat roboworms. Works well. Can roll cast it or flip it. Much better control of the better fish. And frankly much better accuracy in close quarters.
by Kyle46N
Tue Feb 26, 2019 4:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta conditions
Replies: 8
Views: 2122

Re: Delta conditions

I did some reading on FTUs and NTUs, which are turbidity of water readings. I found the guage below Mildred and just across from Orwood has 7.5 FTUs right now. Pasted below off the internets..... Also, remember that FNU relates equivalently to NTU, and gauges typically read in one or the other. 6″ o...
by Kyle46N
Sun Feb 24, 2019 10:26 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Water Level and Temp at Berryessa??????
Replies: 8
Views: 1889

Re: Water Level and Temp at Berryessa??????

Last Thursday, 51 to 53, best clarity I saw was 3 feet vis in Markley, but as soon as you head towards main lake, becomes 1ft to 2ft vis. I fished the narrows all day and 1 to 2 was norm. Water level is a foot ir two from the top of the glory hole, so water is high, creating wood structure now in th...
by Kyle46N
Sat Feb 23, 2019 10:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What 5-6 baits
Replies: 23
Views: 6432

Re: What 5-6 baits

Not mentioned, but I caught a decent bag on Thursday at Berryessa fishing less than 10ft of water throwing a coppertreuse (black/chartreuse), big TRD on an 1/8th oz darthead. Cast up to the shore. Drag it down the slope. Even had a 4 lb spot mixed in.
by Kyle46N
Sat Feb 09, 2019 5:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass boat seat upholstery
Replies: 1
Views: 789

Bass boat seat upholstery

Anyone have any recommendations for boat seat re-upholstery arounf fairfield/vacaville? Thanks!
by Kyle46N
Wed Feb 06, 2019 9:36 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Culprit Worms?
Replies: 5
Views: 1752

Re: Culprit Worms?

I've caught bigger bass on the Delta during the summer, Texas rigging the larger Culprit Fat Max. I'll drag it through grass in 6 to 8 ft of water. Its a big profile worm. Less bites, but good fish up to 5 lbs.
by Kyle46N
Tue Feb 05, 2019 5:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tikki Lagoon season pass for 2019 info
Replies: 9
Views: 1646

Re: Tikki Lagoon season pass for 2019 info

Are there any other ramps on the Delta offering season passes? Does B&W offer one?
by Kyle46N
Mon Dec 03, 2018 2:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Smallmouth on Blade Baits
Replies: 3
Views: 1974

Re: Smallmouth on Blade Baits

So cool. I had my first introduction to blade bait bassin on the Potomac a few years back, and just thought it was so cool to get popsicle bass to eat a chunk of metal in 40 degree water. I've tried it on Berryessa in the winter, and we've caught some decent fish, but its tough to get more than a fe...
by Kyle46N
Sat Dec 01, 2018 8:55 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Friday, 30 Nov 18, Delta
Replies: 0
Views: 1096

Friday, 30 Nov 18, Delta

This was our second trip this week to the Delta, the first was slooooowwww, but we found them chewing good Friday. On the water by 9, and fished till dark. Tossed the IMA Flit 120 and Strike King KVD jerkbaits all day. Boated 30 bass between my son and I, highlighted by a 6 lb, 12 oz fish. Also had ...
by Kyle46N
Sun Jul 15, 2018 2:30 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The Good Ol' Delta Struggle
Replies: 6
Views: 2531

Re: The Good Ol' Delta Struggle

Like Ash alluded to, fish the outside grass lines. You'll need a good pair of polarized glasses. I look for cuts in islands, with current flowing through, then look for 5 feet of water on a low tide. Then...............swimbaits. Keitech, strike king, etc. Any 4-5 inch boot tail swimbait with a 4/0 ...
by Kyle46N
Wed Apr 11, 2018 9:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing CA Delta April 10
Replies: 1
Views: 1381

Re: Fishing CA Delta April 10

Great day and great report! You're doing the right thing by getting on here and being one of the few willing to post up a report. I appreciate that, and I know others do too. Hope you get back out there soon and catch some more.
by Kyle46N
Sun Apr 08, 2018 11:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What Types of Fish Are In California Park Lake Chico California
Replies: 19
Views: 8635

Re: What Types of Fish Are In California Park Lake Chico California

Could someone have put long nose or alligator gar in there? They'll jump, or roll sometimes. And could be mistaken for a sturgeon.
by Kyle46N
Mon Apr 02, 2018 9:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Bed Fishing For Giant Bass: Underwater Footage
Replies: 11
Views: 4127

Re: Delta Bed Fishing For Giant Bass: Underwater Footage

Oooooo, the way she looked at that jerkbait man! That gets the adrenaline pumping just watching. Cool vid!
by Kyle46N
Sat Mar 31, 2018 4:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Capell Cove
Replies: 3
Views: 1280

Re: Capell Cove

Anyone put in at Capell today? Just wondering what kind of improvements or repairs they made. I know they were working on the parking lot. Did they do anything with the ramp? Are there more or less parking spots now? Thanks!
by Kyle46N
Fri Mar 30, 2018 6:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta, 29 Mar 2018
Replies: 6
Views: 2369

Re: Delta, 29 Mar 2018

I guess the backdrop, beds and big fish everywhere, changed the perception to putting five 5 pounders in the boat. I think it's as simple as I just saw a bunch of 5 pound fish, so catching a few didn't seem crazy. If I put that bag in the boat in the summer by punching, flipping, frogging.....I woul...