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by Stratos278
Wed Feb 10, 2021 7:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SCAM ALERT: Dobyns Rods has been cloned
Replies: 4
Views: 2267

Re: SCAM ALERT: Dobyns Rods has been cloned

kb wrote:Oh just his social media pages have been cloned!!! Dunkin Donuts, In and Out and Round Table were hoping that Gary had been cloned!!!

Had to BDO!

kb
It's now Krispy Kreme and Whataburger that are hoping for a Gary clone :lol:
by Stratos278
Fri Jul 12, 2019 2:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Icast only
Replies: 3
Views: 833

Re: Icast only

Bobp wrote:Mabey icast should have its own forum?
Some posts just beg for a "LIKE" button...
by Stratos278
Fri Jul 12, 2019 1:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2019 ICAST Bed fishing techniques with Mike Long
Replies: 6
Views: 2000

Re: 2019 ICAST Bed fishing techniques with Mike Long

Is he showcasing his weighted 12/0 wide gap treble hooks? :roll: :lol:
by Stratos278
Mon Jun 24, 2019 11:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boater arrested after crash with teens in Modesto Reservoir
Replies: 6
Views: 1550

Re: Boater arrested after crash with teens in Modesto Reservoir

Jboutfishn wrote:BWI :x Stupid. I have seen it many times, boat goes in, beer comes out.
I agree. They think that just because they aren't on a road or highway, it's OK
by Stratos278
Mon Jun 24, 2019 11:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boater arrested after crash with teens in Modesto Reservoir
Replies: 6
Views: 1550

Re: Boater arrested after crash with teens in Modesto Reservoir

How does a license stop this from happening? Through the educational process of obtaining a license. It probably never will stop it entirely, just like a driver's license won't completely stop DUIs. But as it is right now, there are probably many boaters who do not realize that a BWI carries the sa...
by Stratos278
Sun Jun 02, 2019 7:52 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New requirements to support increased weight of newer four-stroke outboards
Replies: 1
Views: 1070

Re: New requirements to support increased weight of newer four-stroke outboards

heavier outboards alter boat floatation.jpg Heavier Outboards Can Affect Boat Flotation and Safety WASHINGTON – One year ago the U.S. Coast Guard required new recreational boats to have more floatation to support the increased weight of newer four-stroke outboards if the boat becomes swamped. Now t...
by Stratos278
Sat May 04, 2019 12:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lowrance charts
Replies: 6
Views: 2689

Re: Lowrance charts

Another nice feature of the Navionics chip is that when you buy it, it comes with free updates for a year. All you have to do is plug the micro SD card into a USB port on your PC, the adapters come free with the chip. They will remind you when your year's "subscription" is almost up. Also,...
by Stratos278
Sun Apr 21, 2019 7:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wanting to buy a boat what info do you have that would be good
Replies: 8
Views: 1540

Re: Wanting to buy a boat what info do you have that would be good

I currently have a Ranger RT178 (17' 8"), and let me start off by saying that the Ranger is NOT anything like a Tracker, even though both are owned by Johnny Morris. To start, the Ranger has a 92" beam as opposed to the Tracker's 89". Three inches may not seem like a lot, but it makes...
by Stratos278
Sat Feb 09, 2019 12:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: new bass angler looking for boater
Replies: 4
Views: 1314

Re: new bass angler looking for boater

if you fish Berryessa, clear lake or the Delta and want somebody to pay for the boat launch or gas for the day I am willing to ride along and learn as we go I have fished a little bit in the Bay Area and also Florida for Bass before Make sure to post in the find a partner form under the interactive...
by Stratos278
Mon Feb 04, 2019 3:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Casitas. water level
Replies: 29
Views: 6567

Re: Casitas. water level

mark poulson wrote:Kelly, you will never get scientifically sound decisions from an elected water board, only what is politically correct, and won't reflect badly on the member as they run for office again.
Mark, don't you mean "politically expedient"?
by Stratos278
Fri Feb 01, 2019 4:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: First step to ban all fishing derbies
Replies: 5
Views: 10638

Re: First step to ban all fishing derbies

It appears that this is happening in Oregon. Could anyone ( WB Staff, maybe?) shed any additional light on this? If it takes hold in Oregon, you can bet that California WILL jump on the bandwagon, or should I say BAN-wagon! And if this is an attempt at a national ban, you can bet that sportsman-frie...
by Stratos278
Wed Jan 30, 2019 2:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Endangered Species Consideration for NorCal Salmon
Replies: 5
Views: 1118

Re: Endangered Species Consideration for NorCal Salmon

Funny how the salmon decline parallels the taking of Delta water. The more water that is diverted to the San Joaquin farmers, the lower the salmon numbers. It's not rocket science. Mark, your dead wrong. Ask Jerry..... You know I'm messing with ya, couldn't agree with you more. Also, I feel that th...
by Stratos278
Fri Jan 18, 2019 9:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Boat Thefts
Replies: 2
Views: 2395

Re: Delta Boat Thefts

I would also suggest that the CCSD step up patrols on Vasco Road, since that seems to be a favorite dumping ground for stripped stolen boats
by Stratos278
Wed Jan 16, 2019 4:19 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: $100,000.00 Cash Offered for New State Record Largemouth
Replies: 4
Views: 2255

Re: $100,000.00 Cash Offered for New State Record Largemouth

Nice play on words! 22-6 is a World record, but would be the new State record where ever is was caught. :? There is a strict submission process for a fish to be certified as a world record, all the right boxes have to be checked and the "i"s dotted and the "t"s crossed, so to sp...
by Stratos278
Sun Dec 16, 2018 12:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tiny salamanders may block a massive $1.4 billion project to raise Shasta Dam
Replies: 8
Views: 2087

Re: Tiny salamanders may block a massive $1.4 billion project to raise Shasta Dam

DanIsaac wrote:Center for Biologic Diversity! Sound familiar?
Same group going after non native species in Clear Lake, in order to protect the hitch...hmm
And the same group going after LMB and stripers in the Delta under the guise of "protecting the Delta smelt"
by Stratos278
Wed Dec 12, 2018 7:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Stolen Boat in CA Delta
Replies: 5
Views: 4422

Re: Stolen Boat in CA Delta

Hello All, My boat has been stolen any help would be much appreciated. On Friday (11/23/18) I drove up to McAvoy Harbor where I keep my boat in a wet slip and it was not there. I have reported the theft to the sheriffs and a friend recommended I post a notice here. Specs: CF 0566 RV Make: G3 Model:...
by Stratos278
Mon Dec 10, 2018 4:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sacramento Man with Lifetime Fishing LIcense Ban Arrested on Suspicion of Poaching
Replies: 6
Views: 5007

Re: Sacramento Man with Lifetime Fishing LIcense Ban Arrested on Suspicion of Poaching

Since he was already on probation and under a lifetime ban from fishing for a previous violation, here's what I would do: 1. Revoke his probation and reinstate the original sentence 2. Sentence him to the maximum sentence (whatever that is) with NO chance for parole 3. Increase his lifetime ban to l...
by Stratos278
Tue Oct 30, 2018 12:22 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sea Lion feeds on Salmon!
Replies: 7
Views: 1723

Re: Sea Lion feeds on Salmon!

You can't condem the Sea Lions for doing what they do, it's the DFW who sets the laws and protects them. The Sea Lion population has tripled in the past 2 decades, the only predators today are Great White sharks and killer whales that prefer smaller seals. DFW needs to thin out the Sea Lion herd. T...
by Stratos278
Fri Oct 12, 2018 2:41 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?
Replies: 18
Views: 14854

Re: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?

WB Staff wrote::mrgreen: Havent heard a Banjo Minnow mention in awhile! :lol:
Just make sure you use a Color C-Lecter to pick the right one...
by Stratos278
Fri Oct 12, 2018 4:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?
Replies: 18
Views: 14854

Re: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?

JL wrote:So! I was lied to about the fish being caught on a Helicopter Lure? LMAO!
Yes, you were...they were using a Banjo Minnow
by Stratos278
Tue Oct 02, 2018 2:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How does the MLF changes affect California Bass fisherman?
Replies: 21
Views: 4196

Re: How does the MLF changes affect California Bass fisherman?

The biggest barrier in getting BASS and BPT come to the west coast is distance, and the Rocky Mountains. It is just too expensive for the competing anglers to make the trek, unless they are subsidized by their respective tours, and I don't see that happening. So MLF supplies the boats and there is ...
by Stratos278
Tue Oct 02, 2018 7:13 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Dual Pro PS3 3 bank 15amp Charger
Replies: 9
Views: 2200

Re: Dual Pro PS3 3 bank 15amp Charger

I was contacted by Dual Pro today about my Charger. They say that this year's model is the one that the green charge lights will flash one bank at a time when power is disconnected. I never had seen that in any of the battery chargers I have ever owned. So is Dual Pro saying that when the charger i...
by Stratos278
Tue Sep 25, 2018 5:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing Glue active ingredient
Replies: 4
Views: 1605

Re: Fishing Glue active ingredient

If you're talking about the glue (like Mend-It) for soft plastics, it's acetone
by Stratos278
Mon Sep 24, 2018 4:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Justin Lunas Eye AOY
Replies: 3
Views: 1161

Re: Justin Lunas Eye AOY

Skeeterman wrote:Sorry guys it title should say Lucas Elite AOY
Damned autocorrect :lol:
by Stratos278
Mon Sep 24, 2018 4:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boating Challenges with Ethanol
Replies: 7
Views: 1573

Re: Boating Challenges with Ethanol

Here's where to find E0 (ethanol-free) gas:

https://www.pure-gas.org/

Unfortunately, not many in CA
by Stratos278
Sat Sep 22, 2018 6:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: bluegill for live bait
Replies: 24
Views: 22686

Re: bluegill for live bait

It's a lengthy read, but here is the verbatim copy of the DFW live bait regulation for 2018-2019: (No mention of bluegill anywhere that I could see) "Bait Regulations" "California Freshwater Fishing" "Article 3. Bait Regulations for Inland Waters 4.00. Bait-General. Legally ...
by Stratos278
Fri Sep 21, 2018 4:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Dobyn’s Rod
Replies: 26
Views: 8604

Re: Dobyn’s Rod

milehi wrote:550 for a rod? Seriously?
Go price a top-of-the-line GLoomis... :roll: That $550 Dobyns will seem like a bargain in comparison
by Stratos278
Thu Sep 20, 2018 6:19 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BASS cancels 2019 west coast events
Replies: 48
Views: 38540

Re: BASS cancels 2019 west coast events

One more reason B.A.S.S. is a no show and they concluded that they come up with why it cost to much is. 106 anglers are from that region of the country and 3 are from Ca. 1 from Nev. 1 from Az. Anglers originally from California (both those currently living in CA and those who were originally from ...
by Stratos278
Sat Sep 15, 2018 5:22 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BASS cancels 2019 west coast events
Replies: 48
Views: 38540

Re: BASS cancels 2019 west coast events

Here’s another perspective that the anglers of BASS probably considered... Any monies won in California or Washington are subject to taxes in those respective states. If you look at the BASS schedule, most if not all their events take place in states that have low or no state income taxes. Any moni...
by Stratos278
Tue Sep 04, 2018 3:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ulrtex problem - need advise
Replies: 9
Views: 4464

Re: Ulrtex problem - need advise

Pull your prop off and check to make sure you don't have a bunch of line or grass/weeds wrapped around the shaft
by Stratos278
Wed Aug 29, 2018 3:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Manteca Bassin Buddies Website
Replies: 3
Views: 1076

Re: Manteca Bassin Buddies Website

Did a little poking around on Facebook, came up with their page:

https://www.facebook.com/Manteca-Bassin ... 778525563/

Their website is listed on their FB page, but just in case you need it, here's a link to their web site:

https://mantecabassinbuddies.com/

Hope this helps
by Stratos278
Wed Aug 29, 2018 4:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: best knot for fluorocarbon
Replies: 18
Views: 22048

Re: best knot for fluorocarbon

Spinnerbaits, big treble top water, jerk and crankbaits are difficult to tie using a Palomar knot. Clinching a knot tight should always be performed wetting the line and pulling the tag end. Pinching the loop to run the line through a small hook eye may deform FC line however the pinched area usual...
by Stratos278
Fri Aug 24, 2018 3:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: best knot for fluorocarbon
Replies: 18
Views: 22048

Re: best knot for fluorocarbon

MasterBassinator wrote:single uni knot.
^^^^This
by Stratos278
Fri Aug 24, 2018 3:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Most valuable info before hitting the water..
Replies: 16
Views: 2807

Re: Most valuable info before hitting the water..

Winds/weather.
by Stratos278
Sun Aug 19, 2018 10:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sailboat and fishing boat, collided on Friday in the Chesapeake Bay
Replies: 2
Views: 1964

Re: Sailboat and fishing boat, collided on Friday in the Chesapeake Bay

Maybe the sailboat was trying to "levitate" the fishing boat?
by Stratos278
Sun Aug 19, 2018 9:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Have you noticed
Replies: 2
Views: 1176

Re: Have you noticed

Bass Pro Shops has been a sponsor of NASCAR Cup drivers for at least the past ten years. It's only logical that Johnny would show up to support "his" drivers
by Stratos278
Thu Aug 09, 2018 6:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Jack Plate height for engine - advice
Replies: 17
Views: 50357

Re: Jack Plate height for engine - advice

Yes. Rick G method takes the guess work out of figuring where the pop shaft CL is in refer to the pad, simple direct measurements on the level. The OP may have some other issues, he is at least 15 mph slow and 600 rpm off and 600 rpm's doesn't = 1d5 mph. The entire hull must be wet and not up on th...
by Stratos278
Mon Aug 06, 2018 1:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Message to Jerry Brown... Don’t give Corporations a Blank Check for Water!
Replies: 4
Views: 1387

Re: Message to Jerry Brown... Don’t give Corporations a Blank Check for Water!

Has anyone tried to get the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association involved in fighting this? Since tax dollars are being spent on Moonbeam's boondoggle, they should look into it
by Stratos278
Sat Aug 04, 2018 12:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Women admits to setting 11 Lake Berryessa fires
Replies: 13
Views: 85929

Re: Women admits to setting 11 Lake Berryessa fires

Death Penalty BBQ that b****! Better idea...put her a** to work on the fire lines. Let her experience first-hand what her playing with matches caused! (I doubt that they would be able to get much money out of her for restitution...might as well get something, even if it's just cheap labor) And tiny...
by Stratos278
Fri Jul 20, 2018 4:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Non-Ethanol Fuel ?
Replies: 4
Views: 1187

Re: Non-Ethanol Fuel ?

Looks like the closest to you is Sacramento

https://www.pure-gas.org/
by Stratos278
Wed Jul 18, 2018 7:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I Want To Tournament Fish
Replies: 17
Views: 2802

Re: I Want To Tournament Fish

If you have never fished tournaments, I would suggest joining a club to get a feel of what tourney fishing is about. In most clubs, you can fish as a non-boater, they will pair you up with a boater. To locate a club in your area, just click on the "Interactive" tab above, then click on &qu...
by Stratos278
Wed Jul 11, 2018 11:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Praised by fishermen, State Water Board to increase water flows through San Joaquin and tributaries
Replies: 2
Views: 960

Re: Praised by fishermen, State Water Board to increase water flows through San Joaquin and tributaries

The San Joaquin River below Friant Dam in Fresno County. Photo by Dan Bacher..jpg The San Joaquin River below Friant Dam in Fresno County. Photo by Dan Bacher. July 10, 2018 – The State Water Resources Control Board on July 6 released its final draft plan to increase water flows through the Lower S...
by Stratos278
Tue Jul 10, 2018 4:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bassmaster Elite Schedule for 2019 Includes Western Stops
Replies: 13
Views: 7429

Re: Bassmaster Elite Schedule for 2019 Includes Western Stops

Sorry but hat a joke to hold the tournament out of Sacramento. Look at the cost they are adding on to the fisherman's bottom line. Stockton would have been better. Here's why: Kent Brown addressed some of the comments on the Western Swing today. Had some good info... so doing a repost here for you ...
by Stratos278
Fri Jul 06, 2018 6:32 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Oroville
Replies: 3
Views: 1080

Re: Lake Oroville

Forum members Tom Gronwall and Joe daddy both fish Oroville a lot, and have posted many reports here on the forum. Use the "search" feature to find their posts. You can also go to the lake reports and call up reports for Oroville (and many other lakes)
by Stratos278
Thu Jul 05, 2018 9:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Discovery Bay Bass
Replies: 2
Views: 1649

Re: Discovery Bay Bass

JoeLanghans wrote:
folktsbDRqen3565 wrote:I can only wish good luck in finding information about this. And I recommend that you stock up on bait. An interesting site provides a selection of different trivia for hunting and fishing https://under-the-open-sky.com/. Site though young but creative
Fake account
Spam-a-rama
by Stratos278
Thu Jul 05, 2018 7:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Here they are... Bassmaster's 2018 Best Bass Lakes in America
Replies: 2
Views: 3598

Re: Here they are... Bassmaster's 2018 Best Bass Lakes in America

It gets even crazier when you read the regional placings. I mean Perris? Sure, there may be a few big fish but in the tourney cited in the article, the winners couldn't even catch a limit. And at 2,250 acres it's little more than a pond. And where's Bullard's Bar? Don't world records mean anything? ...
by Stratos278
Sun Jun 17, 2018 3:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat / prop / performance questions
Replies: 5
Views: 2712

Re: Boat / prop / performance questions

Check your prop-to-pad distance (height). The centerline of the prop shaft should be approx. 3 1/2" lower than the pad (the part of the hull the boat runs on when on plane).
by Stratos278
Wed May 23, 2018 1:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Professional Bass Fishing is a Young Man's Game
Replies: 7
Views: 2013

Re: Professional Bass Fishing is a Young Man's Game

Jboutfishn wrote:I consider anyone under 75 a youngster. :roll:
This 71 year old "youngster" thanks you... :D 8)