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by whazup
Tue Dec 23, 2014 9:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Franks Track telephone sized poles widow makers
Replies: 21
Views: 6255

Re: Franks Track telephone sized poles widow makers

Here's a really wild idea......slow down. You know the danger is there.....do you not care about your passengers safety? Prob same guys who are WOT in the fog too. Unbelievable. (now get mad at me, or find a mirror and tell that guy to cool it) Since you seem to know, can you tell us the proper spe...
by whazup
Mon Dec 22, 2014 10:23 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Franks Track telephone sized poles widow makers
Replies: 21
Views: 6255

Re: Franks Track telephone sized poles widow makers

Here's a really wild idea......slow down. You know the danger is there.....do you not care about your passengers safety? Prob same guys who are WOT in the fog too. Unbelievable. (now get mad at me, or find a mirror and tell that guy to cool it)
by whazup
Mon Dec 15, 2014 7:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Franks Track telephone sized poles widow makers
Replies: 21
Views: 6255

Re: Franks Track telephone sized poles widow makers

My lower unit took a hit. Looks like the skeg, prop, bottom of the hull and maybe even the steering ram all messed up. Won't know for sure till the insurance guy looks it over. Warning stay out of 14 mile slough, totally choked with hyacinth so you can't see anything in your way. Lucky I was going ...
by whazup
Fri Dec 12, 2014 7:52 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Amador
Replies: 3
Views: 1475

Re: Lake Amador

Thank you.
by whazup
Thu Dec 11, 2014 10:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Amador
Replies: 3
Views: 1475

Lake Amador

Does anyone have any recent pics of Amador. I remember how low it got during the last drought, can't imagine there is much there now. Thanks.
by whazup
Thu Dec 11, 2014 7:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Franks Track telephone sized poles widow makers
Replies: 21
Views: 6255

Re: Franks Track telephone sized poles widow makers

Hope all the levees hold.
by whazup
Wed Dec 03, 2014 3:14 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: HDS unit won't boot up.
Replies: 5
Views: 5342

Re: HDS unit won't boot up.

Go to Bass Pro Shops customer reviews of this unit. Many, many, similar complaints. I would love to be convinced otherwise, but right now I am very leary.
by whazup
Tue Dec 02, 2014 10:36 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: HDS unit won't boot up.
Replies: 5
Views: 5342

Re: HDS unit won't boot up.

I have read this is a common problem with that Series. You will probably get your best answer directly through Lowrance. You just made my decision for me. I have been looking hard at the Elite 7 and doing a lot of research. Saw too many similar complaints and yours broke the camels back. I'll be loo...
by whazup
Sun Nov 23, 2014 7:16 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SJ County Sheriffs stop the hyacinth fix after two days
Replies: 8
Views: 2337

Re: SJ County Sheriffs stop the hyacinth fix after two days

Is this a problem in the north Delta also? The Elites have to be taking a hard look at this. Most of them will want to run south anyway, so it will be a factor. Sad situation.
by whazup
Sat Nov 01, 2014 7:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bobby Barrack please read
Replies: 4
Views: 1778

Re: Bobby Barrack please read

I've become cynical about the whole voting process. It really doesn't matter what the people want, some judge will come along and do it the way he/she wants it. I still vote, but sometimes I wonder why.
by whazup
Mon Oct 20, 2014 4:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ramp Still Closed
Replies: 4
Views: 1713

Re: Ramp Still Closed

How long did it take for that much to accumulate? That is incredible.
by whazup
Thu Aug 21, 2014 7:37 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Could be the best bass fishing clip EVER
Replies: 3
Views: 1246

Re: Could be the best bass fishing clip EVER

mark poulson wrote:Or not.
+1
by whazup
Fri Aug 15, 2014 12:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Think your favorite fishing spot is safe from ever being clo
Replies: 2
Views: 992

Re: Think your favorite fishing spot is safe from ever being

I know this is politically sensitive, but I think the Obama gov't shutdown last year was a trial run for exactly this kind of thing. And the way we, as American's, responded is scarey. What did we do? Nothing!!! He kept veterans away from their own memorials in DC, but let illegals hold a rally on t...
by whazup
Fri Aug 01, 2014 9:59 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tragic accident on El Capitan Lake
Replies: 14
Views: 5050

Re: Tragic accident on El Capitan Lake

The wrong people died.......I wouldn't label this an "accident". I call this gross negligence without regard for anyone but yourself. Run down a stationary boat in broad daylight? How? DUI? Blows my mind...
by whazup
Wed Jul 30, 2014 8:25 am
Forum: Shimano Product Forum
Topic: Shimano rods
Replies: 25
Views: 10276

Re: Shimano rods

Bantam, given all that, why did Shimano violate it's own policy for so many years. And I guarantee you more people heard about the replacement policy (OTC) than read it. You (Shimano) obviously aren't concerned and I am small potatoes, but I have bought my last Shimano rod. Not so much because of th...
by whazup
Tue Jul 29, 2014 8:48 am
Forum: Shimano Product Forum
Topic: Shimano rods
Replies: 25
Views: 10276

Re: Shimano rods

Understand, but who set the precedent that became the norm? Seems to me Shimano created their own monster. Not arguing, you know what you have to do to stay competitive. On the other hand, knowing of your replacement policy was a factor in several of my own purchases. Now the field is level.....
by whazup
Mon Jul 28, 2014 3:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Herman and Helen's Marina boarded up--out of biz i assume?
Replies: 5
Views: 2418

Re: Herman and Helen's Marina boarded up--out of biz i assum

There used to be an old abandoned wreck near H & H's. Is it still there? Pretty good-sized vessel.
by whazup
Mon Jul 28, 2014 3:38 pm
Forum: Shimano Product Forum
Topic: Shimano rods
Replies: 25
Views: 10276

Re: Shimano rods

If a business model is working, and my customers are happy and are spreading the word, I guess I don't understand changing that model.
by whazup
Fri Jul 25, 2014 11:22 am
Forum: Shimano Product Forum
Topic: Shimano rods
Replies: 25
Views: 10276

Re: Shimano rods

Per the link provided by bantam1 : "All warranty requests must be accompanied by a valid dated sales receipt". I have never before had to provide a sales receipt in order to have a Shimano rod replaced. In all the years that I have had Shimano rods ( and reels) I have only had to replace ...
by whazup
Thu May 29, 2014 9:39 am
Forum: Jokes
Topic: Something Funny To Share***Please Read For a Laugh***
Replies: 6
Views: 5983

Something Funny To Share***Please Read For a Laugh***

Two men walked into a bar. The third man ducked. :roll:
by whazup
Thu May 15, 2014 3:02 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Boat fire Flw ??
Replies: 6
Views: 1697

Re: Boat fire Flw ??

Back half of boat gone. Elites, not FLW.
by whazup
Mon May 12, 2014 9:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: West Coast Fishing Question from an East Coast Guy
Replies: 14
Views: 3796

Re: West Coast Fishing Question from an East Coast Guy

Have you considered Arizona. There are at least 6 bass lakes within 3 hours of the Phoenix area. The summer heat is an issue, no doubt, but then when you consider 9 months of heaven.......Don't know where you stand politically, but CA and AZ are polar opposites so keep that in mind. As far as the mu...
by whazup
Mon May 05, 2014 4:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing rod found At Clear Lake
Replies: 9
Views: 2539

Re: Fishing rod found At Clear Lake

Good stuff!!
by whazup
Wed Apr 30, 2014 9:42 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Melones Lake made the biggest splash among the newcomers
Replies: 5
Views: 1514

Re: Melones Lake made the biggest splash among the newcomers

Kinda interesting, the site of next years Classic didn't make the top 100 list.
by whazup
Tue Mar 25, 2014 1:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mark Menedez Wife
Replies: 1
Views: 1266

Re: Mark Menedez Wife

Sad to hear. Mark is probably the most eloquent guy on the tour. For some reason I thought she was on the mend. Very sad.
by whazup
Thu Feb 27, 2014 8:37 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Straight Up Basic Question
Replies: 16
Views: 4116

Re: Straight Up Basic Question

WB Staff wrote:As mentioned above... Gerald Swindle - the one about havin' to go...
http://www.westernbass.com/dotcom/tv/se ... id=0001788
Yeah, I saw that one. Pretty funny....since it was him and not me, lol. Wish he could find his "touch" again.
by whazup
Wed Feb 26, 2014 3:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Straight Up Basic Question
Replies: 16
Views: 4116

Re: Straight Up Basic Question

well, i can not speak for everyone that you might draw for a partner, but anyone that is an upright person will not have a problem with the issue. it is something that we all do :lol: . bo True, but some people can go days without that call of nature. I ain't one of those, lol. PS, thanks for the j...
by whazup
Wed Feb 26, 2014 3:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Straight Up Basic Question
Replies: 16
Views: 4116

Straight Up Basic Question

I have never fished a tournament. I am considering joining a club. I have spent hours on the Internet, talking to different people, reading forums etc. I cannot get a straight answer!! As a non boater, what can I expect from my boater if I tell him I need to take a crap? Is that an unspoken no-no? S...
by whazup
Fri Feb 21, 2014 7:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NuTech Customer Service
Replies: 1
Views: 562

NuTech Customer Service

Special thanks to the people at NuTech for sending me two new jigs to replace a couple I lost due to my own misuse of the jig. I, at first declined their very kind offer, but via PM they insisted so I was happy to receive today two beautiful new jigs. Customer service goes a long way with me, and I ...
by whazup
Tue Feb 18, 2014 9:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Can your Jig do this?
Replies: 33
Views: 6804

Re: Can your Jig do this?

Weelllll, hate to rain on the parade, but I have to say I was really disappointed in the NuTech jig. I bought three of them a couple weeks ago, and lost two of them within about 15 casts. I never took the third out of my tackle box. I bought the 1/2 oz and they just couldn't deal with the rocky bot...
by whazup
Mon Feb 17, 2014 8:52 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Can your Jig do this?
Replies: 33
Views: 6804

Re: Can your Jig do this?

Weelllll, hate to rain on the parade, but I have to say I was really disappointed in the NuTech jig. I bought three of them a couple weeks ago, and lost two of them within about 15 casts. I never took the third out of my tackle box. I bought the 1/2 oz and they just couldn't deal with the rocky bott...
by whazup
Wed Feb 05, 2014 2:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Bass Scoop with Bobby Barrack - January
Replies: 8
Views: 3402

Re: Delta Bass Scoop with Bobby Barrack - January

Thank you, sir. Great video.
by whazup
Wed Feb 05, 2014 12:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Can your Jig do this?
Replies: 33
Views: 6804

Re: Can your Jig do this?

Bruce Theriot wrote:Tackle Warehouse carries them or you can order direct from Nu Tech themselves.
TW is a little cheaper....found out after I ordered from NuTech... :(
by whazup
Tue Feb 04, 2014 8:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Can your Jig do this?
Replies: 33
Views: 6804

Re: Can your Jig do this?

gixxer464 wrote:I just ordered a few of these jigs. Cant wait to try them out.
Likewise. My first action however will be to glue the skirts on. I lose a lot of skirts.
by whazup
Mon Feb 03, 2014 1:37 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Elite 4 DSI/GPS Loses Depth
Replies: 5
Views: 2099

Re: Elite 4 DSI/GPS Loses Depth

I had a similar problem with another brand. Turned out it was a bad transducer.
by whazup
Tue Jan 28, 2014 7:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The next Swindle Stand-Up Comedy Hour
Replies: 1
Views: 634

Re: The next Swindle Stand-Up Comedy Hour

Good stuff. Thanks.
by whazup
Wed Jan 15, 2014 11:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NEW ABT SUICIDE GLIDE
Replies: 13
Views: 6259

Re: NEW ABT SUICIDE GLIDE

Hate the name. To those who have been touched by suicide, the reminder when you open a tackle box is not the best way to start a fishing day. JMHO.
by whazup
Sun Dec 29, 2013 7:57 am
Forum: Humminbird Product Forum
Topic: iPilot keeps you where you want to be
Replies: 2
Views: 1599

Re: iPilot keeps you were you want to be

I've got an i Pilot on my boat and I absolutely love it. Like the man said, you can point it, hit a button, and it will track in that direction until you change it. The "spot lock" mode is great but it does allow some drift. Only about 10 feet or so, but it is not like a physical anchor (n...
by whazup
Sun Dec 15, 2013 12:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody have any info about Shimano Rod Warranty!
Replies: 9
Views: 1939

Re: Anybody have any info about Shimano Rod Warranty!

When I originally started fishing with Shimano Rods, I was told that I could break a rod in half in front of the sales person and they would replace it on the spot. WOW that's a warranty! Well about a year ago, I broke one of my rods while setting up on a fish and took it to Sportsman's Warehouse i...
by whazup
Sun Dec 15, 2013 8:08 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody have any info about Shimano Rod Warranty!
Replies: 9
Views: 1939

Re: Anybody have any info about Shimano Rod Warranty!

Actually, your rods WOULD NOT be covered under the warranty as they were not broken under normal fishing conditions, and the breakage was not due to manufacture defects. HINT HINT! In my case, a friend stepped on the rod and snapped 8 - 10" off the tip. I explained this and they still covered ...
by whazup
Fri Dec 13, 2013 10:02 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody have any info about Shimano Rod Warranty!
Replies: 9
Views: 1939

Re: Anybody have any info about Shimano Rod Warranty!

My experience...free replacement with a $25 service fee. Good luck.
by whazup
Wed Dec 04, 2013 2:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone Using the Minn Kota IPilot?
Replies: 4
Views: 860

Re: Anyone Using the Minn Kota IPilot?

Does anyone know if the Motorguide X15 is any faster and/or quieter? I guess it will be out the first of the year. From what LITTLE I have been able to learn about it (they don't seem too proud of it - hard to get info) they will be some cheaper than the Minn Kota. Maybe someone has seen a demo???
by whazup
Tue Dec 03, 2013 8:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone Using the Minn Kota IPilot?
Replies: 4
Views: 860

Re: Anyone Using the Minn Kota IPilot?

Thank you Gene. You would know. Are we talking seconds slower than a conventional motor, or just a blink of the eye. I am considering putting it on a Crestliner runabout which I use as a bass boat. Think I would be ok? I have to find a way to control the boat in the wind. Right now I am fighting the...
by whazup
Sun Dec 01, 2013 1:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone Using the Minn Kota IPilot?
Replies: 4
Views: 860

Anyone Using the Minn Kota IPilot?

Worth it or waste of big $$$$???
by whazup
Sat Nov 23, 2013 6:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Motorguide @ BAT 2013
Replies: 1
Views: 477

Re: Motorguide @ BAT 2013

Anyone have any idea what these will cost? The Minn Kota equivalent (60" shaft, 80 lb thrust) is about $1500.00 at BPS.
by whazup
Wed Nov 13, 2013 7:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New WesternBass Website Format Launched!!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 870

Re: New WesternBass Website Format Launched!!!!

So far looks good. One suggestion...could you make the "pull down menus" click able. It's a little annoying to get a menu every time the cursor touches the title.
by whazup
Wed Oct 30, 2013 1:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Is the Hook Closing?
Replies: 12
Views: 4185

Re: Is the Hook Closing?

The Tackle Store on the Water became a Delta icon. Living in Stockton, I only made the trip to that side of the Delta a few times, but always enjoyed stopping in, browsing around, buying a soda and watching the bass fishing activity as we sat on the dock. Always pleasant. Don't live in CA anymore bu...
by whazup
Tue Oct 15, 2013 2:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Just cancelled my subscription to BASS; Bass Masters Mag.
Replies: 13
Views: 3156

Re: Just cancelled my subscription to BASS; Bass Masters Mag

Well said, George. I am beginning to think FLW is the better organization. I have loved the Elites since they became the Elites, but their constant, major, rules/payoff changes hint of lack of direction. Hope they can decide on a format and stick to it. As is is, every winner needs an asterick to ex...
by whazup
Mon Oct 14, 2013 1:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Just cancelled my subscription to BASS; Bass Masters Mag.
Replies: 13
Views: 3156

Re: Just cancelled my subscription to BASS; Bass Masters Mag

Made this move a few years ago for the exact same reasons. A "Regional Social Group" is the perfect description. BASS sees none of my $$$. And they don't seem to miss it, lol.
by whazup
Sun Oct 13, 2013 6:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake FLW EverStart Day 3 Final Day
Replies: 3
Views: 1336

Re: Clear Lake FLW EverStart Day 3 Final Day

Stratos278 wrote:
whazup wrote:Looks like Billy Hines should be in the lead. Nice bag..... :D :D :D
Those are the final results...
There was a mis print earlier that showed him with 164.08.