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supermat

You will LOVE that rod for throwing the BBZ. The best way I can describe it is that it will not only make throwing the bait a breeze but it makes it FUN. Something about that rod makes it stand out from all the others, its awesome! You NEED to get one and don't worry, I throw everything from Hudd RO...

supermat

I think Rick hit a home run with these! I picked up a few at Guns, Fishing in Vacaville over the weekend and put them into a few different baits as well. SWEET is all I've got to say.

supermat

I LOVE the Mag Heavy for the baits mentioned! You'll have no problems with it and yes, I would step up to 30 lb. I fish 30 lb most of the time and have no trouble getting bit.

supermat

I do everything I can to let them slurp it before I hit them. Also, I don't hit them 100% because all the stretch isn't there anymore. After that, pull REALLY HARD and let the fight take place inside the boat instead of all around it.

supermat

Congrats Tom, That is a gorgeous fish!
I too learned something from Tom while fishing a Federation event... I've never run across another angler that fishes with as much focus and concentration. I learned a lot from watching that for a day.

supermat

Personally, I don't use the stuff very often. I'm sure it could help in certain situations but I'm too lazy and it doesn't seem to matter that much.

supermat

Supermat, What do you use the 866 for? Shore fishing? saLTIE- I use the 866 for everything that has treble hooks. Everyone thinks its some giant stick that is only made for HUGE baits but that's just not true. Does it throw the giant baits? ABSOLUTELY! However, its got enough tip flex to keep trebl...

supermat

Hey Bro,
Which one in particular do you want to know about? I throw the whole line-up but I lean toward the 806H, 807mag, and 866H for most of my needs. I LOVE them!

supermat

I saw that new rig that Rick Tietz is going to put out over the weekend at the Fred Hall Show. I haven't had the pleasure to fish one but that's just details, its one of those things where you just look at it and laugh because you know its going to slay them! When Rick finally drops his harness on t...

supermat

For those types of lakes I love the Dobyns 733 teamed with a Chronarch 50mg! I've recently landed a few fish into the high 9 lb range and have been very pleased with how it handled them.

supermat

I really like the 734 for the chatterbait. They've got a fairly stout hook so it can be nice to have that extra bit of backbone to get that hook buried.

supermat

I've done well out there on a baitsmith 6" and this year I'll throw the bluegill as well, the mission fish, the 7" slammer, the Wake Jr., and a handful of others.

supermat

Congrats on the new rods! Both the 735 and 736 are killer rods, however if I was going to stay in the delta exclusively I'd probably go with the 736.

Matt

supermat

Dale Allen (my dad) is in Vacaville. He does a top-notch job and can always turn them around in just a few days. PM me if you need his info.

Matt

supermat

The handle length isn't a problem for walking a punker as long as you're not too bloated around the waist line.

If you happen to be so endowed then the 806 H is a better fit.

supermat

Congrat rich! You're not a little guy and your hand looks tiny on the base of the tail! What a toad!!!

supermat

The 806 H is an awesome all around swimbait rod and will definetely throw the hudd! It will also throw the smaller swimbaits with no problems. I own several of the 806's, 807's, and one each of the 795 and 866. The 806H is definetely the most versatile of the bunch.

supermat

Double Palomar

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I'm not going to say anything bad about the powell, honestly, I've never used on out on the water. However, I swear by the Dobyns line up. I assume you're asking about the 807, as that is the Mag Heavy swimbait rod. Its a brute! I love it for throwing the big, heavy softbaits as its got all the powe...

supermat

The Dirty Jigs Tackle "finesse football" just about everywhere and the "No Jack" jig when the weeds get thick. Curt takes the time to tie as many as 10 colors into his skirts, they're awesome!
www.dirtyjigstackle.com

supermat

They're still going strong for me as well. Although I still won't touch the "brand name", only Bobby D's stuff for me.

supermat

I tend to agree. I've caught swimbait fish on my 735c when I wanted to lighten up a bit so they've both got the backbone. However, when it comes down to it, if you get a monster in the slop you want every advantage you can get so I too would go with the 736c.

supermat

Have you tried the cable system? When done properly I don't think there's a fish that swims that could bust it. 7 strand wire and clips... I beg to differ! Believe it or not I've had two fish break them. Not slip them, I had one do that as well (obviously my fault) but two that have twisted it up a...

supermat

Might have made it as well but like many, will be at Casitas the day before and there is no way I can pull that drive.

supermat

Lobina, The main difference is that the 806 is going to get into the backbone a little bit quicker. If you're in tournaments you want to stick with the 8 footer, otherwise the 866 is a kick! You can't imagine what a difference that 6" will make. The 8 footer is plenty of rod to put fish in the ...

supermat

lets see the standn yabbie has an internal head, the huddleston does not. the standn yabbies are monochromatic baits that are the color of the injected plastic. the huddlebug is painted, amazingly well. the standn yabbie is designed to..well... stand, through the use of its internal head and the fl...

supermat

I'm a single guy and I've been blessed with more money than I knew what to do with for a long time but its finally catching up to me as well. I know of a wide-open swimbait bite, I've got the time off coming up and I just don't think the gas is worth the drive... this is a sad day indeed!

supermat

Another that I just got my hands on and am pretty impressed by is the mattlures minnow. Its the unrigged bait he just put out. I think it can be found on Tacklewarehouse. I picked some up at bassathon and have been throwing them on revenge swimbait heads.

supermat

I experimented with a handful of rods and finally settled on the Dobyns 735 for super spooks, river2sea bubble walkers, and some of the other large topwaters. I agree that the 733 is a killer too, I just like the slightly stiffer rod for the stripers and oversize largemouth.

supermat

I did the best I could... was there the day they plugged it, hopped the levee and stuck as many as I could (releasing them on the delta side of course.) That was the sweetest topwater bite I've ever seen and between a few friends we helped out a lot of stripers. Of course that may or may not have be...

supermat

I don't use stinger hooks 98% of the time. And the times I do, I feel bad and cut them back off. The fact is, stinger hooks kill big bass! Remember how ticked you got when you saw that guy take a 10 lber home instead of letting her go... its no different if you gill hook a 10 lber then turn her loos...

supermat

You're going to love that 8'6" when you stick the first big girl on it. I've got one and can't say enough good about it! Its amazing how much control that extra 6" adds over other rods.

supermat

Matt, those look awesome! Hadn't seen one of those versions yet, I'll definetely be checking them out in person.

Matt

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Really enjoyed it!

supermat

I am looking to buy a new rod in this same class...I am looking at a Dobyns 701SF, its a Lt fast action. OR Dobyns 702SF Med/Lt action. Both rods feel great, and I am sure work wonders with wacky heads. I use 6 lb line most of the time with Wacky heads. Hopefully Mr. Dobyns is having some geat deal...

supermat

Uh oh... I know who was hauling a boat to a tourney this weekend but I didn't hear about this yet. I think I need to make a phone call!

supermat

RipnRog, sent you a pm apologizing for coming off like a jerk as that wasn't my intention.

supermat

Woah! This got a little crazy! Sorry, I forgot I made a post or I would have followed up more quickly. First, no, I'm not sponsored by baitsmith. My pic is on their site because I caught a nice fish on their bait and sent it to them to say thanks. That said, I do consider the owners to be friends. I...

supermat

Ripnrog,
Have you ever seen one in person? I could see that assumption being made off a picture but not in person. Might want to check them out, the whole shape, size, and paint job is entirely different. Might want to buy a few too...

supermat

Has anyone else noticed that the two aren't very different in size? I was over at a buddies the other day and he showed me the 9 inch and I was shocked, I'd expected it to be much bigger. We pulled out a tape measure and it was actually only an 8" bait. I'm guessing its called a 9" because...

supermat

Sorry for the short response but its late and I'm going pike fishing tommorrow... gotta get some sleep!
I appreciate the apology, its all good on my end. My apologies for not being more tactful with my post.

Matt

supermat

Mac,
Your post is taken to heart. My response actually began as a PM to keep it off the board but I re-read what was directed at me and decided that his statements required a public response. In hindsight, maybe not the best course of action.

supermat

Something in between, I'm pretty sure they're resin.

supermat

supermat

No idea... nice fish! Big old mouth, that's for sure!

supermat

From what ive seen on here from pictures that people have posted on here i think the whadda jig is hands down over most other jigs that are fished at the delta or clear lake. I dont see rodstrainer ever mentioned here !!! Cooch's design on that jig is right on the money the bass like it huh. I susp...

supermat

Jason, that is an awesome finish! Congratulations again on competing very well against a tough field in tough conditions.

supermat

Congrats jason! Word is you know where they're at, I hope you get them to go.

supermat

Found a couple of tripple trout in 10" only. Im gunna give them a go. Kinda freaked out throwing a bait thats more expensive than my rod. Bringing my mask and flippers. Im gunna chase down whatever breaks it off. I've had some good success at Clearlake on the 10" triple trout, if you stic...

supermat

Hey G-Man,
Glad to hear it! I figured they'd take good care of you regardless of how it happened, I've heard nothing but good about their customer service. Looking forward to hearing about the pig you stick once you have the rod back.

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