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Current is key, frogs, buzz bait, chatterbaits & senkos will get you bit.

Bites aren't accidents, key in on where, why, what bait and tide then repeat once you start catching....

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So I'm going to start replacing trebles on my square bills and whopper ploppers but I'm torn on selecting a hook.

I'm kind of torn between the Mustad KVD 1X or the Gami Finesse Gs.

I've never used the Mustads, any complaints or issues with the off set?

Any recommendations would be appreciated.

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Does anyone know what trailer thst is he's throwing on the jigs?

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Stick with it. A big bite is just 1 flip away...

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The Picasso has held up great for me. I've put a lot of 5 to 9lb fish in the boat out of heavy cover on braid without an issue.

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Yes, lodi area.

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Still available.

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I'm not locked on a particular brand.

That said my limit is $150. I don't see a CB in the Savvy line. Maybe I'll take a look at the fury.

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Powell 3D 705CB I considered the 705 but my concern was how stiff the tip and action is for running 1.5s or even 2.5s. I have a 755cb and that thing is hefty. I can't accurately cast 2.5s because of how stiff it is. It doesnt load up on the cast. The plus side is that it's an amazing chatterbait &a...

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1 to 1.5 oz Reins is usually what I throw.

Some stuff is just too thick to punch. Also, if its that tight how are you planning on getting a 7 out of it? Just food for thought. ....

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I desperately need a square bill rod and thought I'd touch base with you guys and see what you recommended.

I was considering the Powell 3D 6104CB. Does anyone own this rod?

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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I LOVE my 755! The best chatterbait and whopper plopper rod I've thrown.

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How accurate are the depth contours? What increments?

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Except for the Delta when I am fishing..... then it blows 15+ from first light to dark

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Used 2 times, like new condition.

$125 picked up.

Pm me if you are interested.

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Solid bag

Unfortunately I have been at work all weekend. I can't wait to get out this week.

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I personally use a Lews 7'11" Magnum casting rod. It's actually a swimbait / A rig rod so it has a moderate fast action. I love that rod for punching. It handles the heavier weights beautifully and loads up great without pulling hooks while having plenty of back bone. I've pulled multiple fish ...

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Some great info in this thread. I've had good success over the last few weeks on top. The one thing that all those bites have in common was distance between the fish and the bait depending on tide height. The closer the bait is to them (lower tide) the more likely that they are to react and eat it. ...

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How accurate are the depth contours?

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No such hotel exists.

That said B&W is a good option or even berthing your boat overnight at the marina you plan on fishing from.

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Very nice, your far more patient than I am. I almost never throw a senko because of how slow the presentation is. That said it's deadly and for those who do take the time to work it correctly you can put'em in the boat. Nice work. Most people would be surprised how clear the Delta is mid week and in...

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Weather, tide, timing and presentation are key to getting bit consistently on the D. Some locations fish better than others but if your throwing the wrong presentation at the wrong time it doesn't matter where you are.

Key your presentations to tide timing and you'll see more consistency.

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Thanks, I was thinking that it could be too rich or too much fuel which gets the plugs wet and won't allow them to spark when it's re fired. I'll give those suggestions a shot.

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My buddy has a 1973 Johnson 2 stroke 65hp that fires up great, idles smooth & runs strong from the ramp on the first run. But, after you turn it off and try to re start it it refuses to start again. It cranks but will not fire.

Any suggestions on what it could be?

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Hey guys, I'm thinking about rigging up a set of spud poles for sight fishing and flipping but before I do I thought I would get some feedback or tips on the poles you guys use and mounting. I was thinking that I would run two poles. One off of the bow and another off of the opposite side stern. I w...

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Thats a pig! Nice work.

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Nice work, I'll be joining the crowd next year.

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I use them when I throw bluegill colored baits and later in the summer once the craws get bigger and red.

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I love me some punch fish...

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Smallies are sight feeders so find clearer water.

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That reaper still catches them 8) I tend to go as light as I can given the cover. Some areas that's 3/4 oz, others it's 1.5oz. It all depends on what's in front of me. The rate of fall can be the difference. Use a snell knot, I have used a Palomar knot but my hook up ratio is better with the snell. ...

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I'm in need of a Frog rod and was Interested in a few but wanted some feedback before I do. I'll be throwing both hollow bodies / rage toads on it. I'm interested in 3. First, the Diawa Tatula 7'4" heavy frog rod. They're light and feel good in my hand. 2nd, the Powell Max3d 736. My concern wit...

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I'm in need of a Frog rod and was Interested in a few but wanted some feedback before I do. I'll be throwing both hollow bodies / rage toads on it. I'm interested in 3. First, the Diawa Tatula 7'4" heavy frog rod. They're light and feel good in my hand. 2nd, the Powell Max3d 736. My concern wit...

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Right on! I noticed that the bite slowed each day so I figured that the fish were moving up onto beds even though I couldn't see any.

I had a great week though. I managed an 8, 2 7's and on Tuesday my best 5 went over 26. That said I had fewer bites each day, now I know why.

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If anyone needs a partner for this event I'll cover fuel.

I fish the delta 3 days a week and the last few weeks have put very good weight in the boat.

PM me for my number and we can chat.

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Way to get the monkey off of your back.

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Good advice, especially how tide can effect areas. There's a lot of submerged hazards that tide can hide. Just be smart, mark or make mental notes of sand bars and hazards that you see or graph. It's an amazing fishery with enormous potential. It just takes time to learn. Always ware a pfd and kill ...

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Got to Mildred around 9:30 today. Caught about 10 all day up to 3 lbs. The last couple trips have been very frustrating. The fishing has been fairly tough and no size. All the fish I got around Mildred were on the smaller side. I did very well there in the fall but those betterfish aren't to be fou...

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Nice!

I boated over 20 today. All were average size with 1 4lb fish.

I got them all on a spinnerbait.

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Any info on clarity and surface temps?

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Well, how'd the event turn out?

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I wish I had seen this in time. Great offer.

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Nice!

I haven't been able to find anything but smaller males.

I boated 15+ in the 1-3lb range this morning but nothing bigger.

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I don't see anything wrong with what you did since you weren't changing a fee.

That was pretty dang stand up of you in my opinion.

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I love seeing all the water coming up. It only means better fishing and brood water for greenheads.

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ILW wrote:this is why its been years since Ive been to all the other lakes. It gets hard to leave the delta when you keep seeing this.

Amen.

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But will there be green beer?

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Awesome!

I still haven't fished clear lake.... I think I need to change that.

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Thank you, I appreciate the info.

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For anyone who fished it, what was the clarity and surface temps like?

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