Western Rally @ Clear Lake

John Barron · Post by **John Barron** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 7:12 am

Ray L and I were talking yesterday about going up and fishing the Clear Lake Western Rally this July. I know it's early but July will be here before you know it.

Anyone else thinking about going? It should be a kick and fishing in July at Clear Lake is awesome.
jb

Kelly Ripa · Post by **Kelly Ripa** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:18 am

I've made the last two in a row and yes, I'm always thinking about going to Clear Lake but my present ocupation has me by the nads

The bite there is nothing short of spectacular at that time period giving you odds on that dbl. digit...... Topwater no less

so I'll play it by ear because I have a home away from home up in Lakeport and will be there in late June also

and I did hear my excuse for going being given to me by my significant other so I'd say 60/40 :roll:I sincerly encourage anyone that haunts this site to come fish three tournaments with us at the Bass Capital of the West.

Rip

Dewayne · Post by **Dewayne** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:21 am

But it is a much short drive for me.

Come on up! It's a blast and the fishing is awesome in the summer. Not to mention the scenery on the docks. Ask anyone that has attended and they will tell you this is probably one of the most enjoyable tournaments you can fish.

Tip - leave the swim baits at home.

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:32 am

We may be able to make the trek... need to get some time on that waterway anyway, as I've never been. Where are the details for this event?

John Barron · Post by **John Barron** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:35 am

Here you go
http://www.westernbass.com/ncalifornia/rally/

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:37 am

Thanks John. BTW - nice finally meeting you the other day at Anglers.

I'll look into the details and see if we can fit it in. Thanks!

John Barron · Post by **John Barron** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:40 am

I'm going to do all that I can to make this one.
Cya on the water
jb

gt5bass · Post by **gt5bass** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:41 am

But duh...what else would you expect from an overweight has been

John Barron · Post by **John Barron** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:46 am

you forgot............and ugly too.............................:lol:
Cya tomorrow
jb

gt5bass · Post by **gt5bass** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:48 am

"has been" Pro

wait a second...I am not a "has been"...I am a retired Pro...and I can come out of retardement as off-ten as I want

and Yes, I am fortunately the ugly one of the lot. Therefore, I couldn't git hitched and therefore I am free to fish at will without no nags saying c'mon honey you need to get the dog squat out of the yard

Brian D. · Post by **Brian D.** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 10:35 am

that I head north and make the 10 hr. drive. I have it penciled on my fishn calendar. Will prolly need a roomie

RichThiel · Post by **RichThiel** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 7:40 pm

John, Gary and the rest...Better bring alot of loot with ya like 5/$1.00 bills for Texas Hold'em.. I sure Gator and Dewayne will have a couple of games going on.

SFB

Rich

Ray L. · Post by **Ray L.** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 7:50 pm

That there soup nazi is a thief. I will only play in Dwayne's game .

Gator · Post by **Gator** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:01 pm

Hey Brian - If you will guarantee that you come up here, I'll guarantee you a roomie. It may be the alter-ego of our beloved Mr. Collins - HUBSPINNER - but at least you'll have a plae to sleep.....well, don't know if I'd go to sleep if he's in the room.....ok, a place to rest.....well, I don't know how you'd be able to rest always looking over your shoulder....ok, a place to store your clothes.

So come on up - if you come up and are available to fish on Thursday or Friday, I can show you how truly little I know about the lake!!

Brian D. · Post by **Brian D.** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 8:32 pm

... J/K bud..

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 9:04 pm

I presume that there are RV accommodations locally? I'd be bringing the motorhome and looking to camp out on the lake if possible, and as close to the event action as possible.

gt5bass · Post by **gt5bass** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 9:21 pm

There is a RV Park right at Konocti Vista Casino.

The place is the perfect host for this event. Got a motel, RV park, Restaurant, Casino, boat slips, convenience store...

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 9:31 pm

Oh SH*T... can't let the wife see this thread... a CASINO??? I'm in trouble! Sounds like this will be booked now regardless!

Lance · Post by **Lance** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 9:45 pm

I just talked to the wife and she said that it would be cool to head up there. Oh and she said she would fish!!!!! How cool is THAT!!

L

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Fri Jan 19, 2007 10:13 pm

That is WAY cool... more than I can hope for. Mine loves camping, but wants to relax and sleep in. She won't go for getting up early, just to go out and catch those little green (and brown) critters. Can't even get her interested in fielding a rod in the afternoon... tugging on fish just doesn't appeal to her. Regardless, she indulges me and that is fine. She's happy sleeping in and relaxing, and I'm happy getting up early and tugging on fish... marriage made in heaven!

Dewayne · Post by **Dewayne** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 9:07 am

They also have a pool and hot tub.

Dewayne · Post by **Dewayne** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 9:09 am

And there are a couple wineries that are close by for wives to "ready themselves" before blowing your money at the casino.

Just trying to help!

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 9:59 am

Great - now you've really screwed me! She won't let me miss this one, what with the wineries, casino, hot tub... sheesh. I guess I'll have to 'sacrifice' and plan on it.

Kelly Ripa · Post by **Kelly Ripa** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 10:33 am

Bring your misquito repellant and don't leave the room door open ever...They are big and black and will keep you up all night if your roomate leaves the room door open while tying knots and transfering gear.

....I tried to freeze them but my roomie was to cold....so I got bit. Fishing was/is fantastic....El Salto Norte.

RichThiel · Post by **RichThiel** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 10:33 am

Hay Tuna,

Too bad you may have to miss this one because you maybe broke before blast-off, no gas money, LOL!!!!!. Got on the right fish before Gary, Korny, myself, John, or Dewayne. 6 fish for the event to win it estimate wt between 25-30lbs. Big fish 7-10lbs.

Handy-Cap you'll have is if Gary draws another Misty Girl. Korny's batteries go dead from Pre-fish'in, John get lost on the tables, Dewayne gets a banana in the boat (Courtesy of Seigee). Me, I get lucky and find one without buck-teeth.

and o'ya and if by pure luck there no jig bite and someone cut all of the Jig hooks in Cooch's boat.

Thiel

gt5bass · Post by **gt5bass** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 10:38 am

I git ta draw another Misty...Whahooooo!!! bring it on!!!

Yes, I know Korny...no giving her my rod this year

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 11:26 am

Hey Rich... no matter, 'cause I'm in donor mode anyway. Not having ever fished there, it will just be a matter of trying to sort out which end is up! However, you're right... I may just be running on the trolling motor outside of the launch area, as I may not have enough left over for gas. Oh well, sounds like a ton of fun anyway!

And thanks for the tip about the skeeters, Rip. I'll have to warn the wife over and over, as they always eat me alive (and leave her alone - go figure!).

Roger

Dewayne · Post by **Dewayne** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 1:21 pm

This is all just for fun so if you need some fish just let Gary or me know and we will point you in the right direction. We do charge one Micro Brew per fish caught though.

It is really harder finding areas with no fish than finding fish that time of year.

OH Yea! And if your wife is a Heart fan there is a concert at Konocti Harbor on Sunday. If you have any money left.

I also hear thei spa is nice.
http://www.konoctiharbor.com/spa-fitness/

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 2:41 pm

Cool... I'll be sure to stock up on some frostys and have ample supply before we leave then.

We saw Heart last year at the LA County Fair, and they were great. I'm sure she'd love to see them again. I'll have to buy tickets in advance, because I don't see my cash flow in a positive light once we get there! I'd leave the cash at home, and claim ignorance once we got there, but she's got plently of plastic to break the bank so it wouldn't matter anyway! That's OK - she lets me play so it's only fair...

gt5bass · Post by **gt5bass** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 3:13 pm

I thought we agreed to market our fish for two micro-brews this year.

Roger,

Like Dewayne said, this event is more about fun and comraderie (yes, we are competivie about it too

) so if you need any help be sure to hit us up for info. I usually spend the week before the Rally up thar for Vacation

and Dewayne ain't kiddin' about it usually bein' harder to find a place not to catch a fish than it is to find a place to catch 'em...Catchin' the donkeys can be a little trickier though

Dewayne · Post by **Dewayne** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 3:21 pm

It only takes 5+#ers to win.

There are two many fish to charge 2 beers a fish. I would get too drunk and not be able to fish.

PS - I was selling him your water anyway, so I figured you too would be charging him.

Kelly Ripa · Post by **Kelly Ripa** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 3:42 pm

next to nothing money wise and done in good spirit and for only bragging rights. If they are having Heart at Konocti Harbor Inn will the rooms go up? I heard some whining about the inconsistancy of room fees because of this issue last year on the Northern board but I have not personally experienced anything along those lines. I only wish they would put in a microwave and a fridge. I know that alot is being done to get sponsers for this event but I'd do it on a jar of peanut butter and twenty waters. If it is unfeasible to feed us all than let us know ahead of time and we'll have a Pot Luck lunch or have 25 pizzas delivered.

Rip

Dewayne · Post by **Dewayne** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 3:46 pm

The concert is at Konocti Harbor. Since Tony has rooms blocked till Sunday it should be OK. Get your rooms reserved early though as the way they run the place now you never know. I will probably stay at Kelseyville Motel as it is a little cheaper.

scottsweet · Post by **scottsweet** » Mon Jan 22, 2007 11:31 pm

I and a few other fellow club members will be there too....this is one of the greatest events of the year! Don't miss it.

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Sun Jan 28, 2007 11:53 am

Well, I spoke with the wife last night regarding this event, and of course SHE'S ALL IN. All I had to do was say "motorhome trip" and "casino", and she was all over it. We'll be making our plans soon, so we get confirmations.

What are the details of the Heart concert? Tickets available through Ticketmaster or something? I guess I should probably just go check out their web site for the details...

Thanks for bringing this to our attention... it could cost me big, but sounds like it will be a great time!

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 1:37 pm

Well, after much debate I decided not to take the motorhome to the Rally... a long trip, lots of gas, and little time equaled taking the Tahoe with the Ranger in tow and staying at the hotel.

I just got my reservations in for a room, as well as my registration for the event - can't wait! I'm looking forward to meeting many of my fellow Nutcases, and getting my first chance to fish Clear Lake... should be a great time!

Don't forget to get your reservations and registration in - sounds like the rooms are booking pretty fast.

Roger

Lance · Post by **Lance** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 1:49 pm

Roger, where are you staying

scottsweet · Post by **scottsweet** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 5:19 pm

Roger,

You will catch fish that time of year...it is off the hook! Amazing fishing man. Last year, the weekend produced fish on nearly every lure in the boat.

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 8:53 pm

Lance, I went ahead and booked a room at Konocti Vista... their $89 rate is a deal, all things considered. Are you and Lil'T thinking about going?

Scott... I've heard so much about it, and can't wait. Now I have to get a map, and sort out who might be willing to share some basic information and start formulating a game plan, since I won't be able to do any pre-fishing. It should be loads of fun, regardless!

Roger

gt5bass · Post by **gt5bass** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 9:08 pm

Roger,

Look me up, I take my vacation at Clear Lake the week before the Rally and usually give up most everything I find, except a couple of really good spots

, to those that can't prefish so everybody has fun!

Is it July yet? JULY IS RALLY TIME

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 9:11 pm

Thanks Gary - I'll do that. Just helps to have an idea where to start, especially for a rookie who doesn't know jack.

Dewayne · Post by **Dewayne** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 9:18 pm

If you want Gary's two good spots see me and I will map them out for you and give you the baits to kick his butt.

If you need help when you get up you can see me and I can point you in the right direction. I will not be pre-fishing it for a week so my fish will not be warn out like some peoples.

Let the games begin!!!!

DB

gt5bass · Post by **gt5bass** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 9:18 pm

Roger,

Fishin' is usually pretty wide open (2-3 lbers) durin' the Rally. It is pretty hard not to catch them. The big girls can be another story though

Be prepared to have yer thumbs tore up

gt5bass · Post by **gt5bass** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 9:21 pm

Yeah...yeah...top nut...pop nut...

W'all know yer savin' yer fish fer dat pro/am in August if ya still know how to catch fish that is

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 9:26 pm

Love it!!! I'm not worried about getting the big girls - I'll leave that to you Pro's and the folks contending for Nutcase honors! I'm just looking forward to having fun and getting a chance to fish the body I've been hearing about for some time.

And DB... I'm sure there are many others that have lots of secret spots, but you can map out Gary's spots and I'll squirrel them away for another time! Looking forward to meeting you.

Roger

gt5bass · Post by **gt5bass** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 9:30 pm

Dewayne wrote:If you want Gary's two good spots see me and I will map them out for you and give you the baits to kick his butt.

Even a Blind Squirrel finds his nuts...

or was that...

Gets ran down by the Hub Spinner

scottsweet · Post by **scottsweet** » Tue Mar 27, 2007 4:59 am

Amen to Gary!

Roger, this is one of the most exciting tournaments in the west. Its low key, everyone wants people to catch fish and your thumbs HURT by the end of the weekend! Last year, my right thumb was so torn up from the teeth that I couldn't even thumb a fish with my right hand...period...and I even have a net!

I barely know Clear Lake, but I will be happy to give you some ideas as well if you don't get some good info from the many locals.

Be there...you will not regret it!

tunaman · Post by **tunaman** » Tue Mar 27, 2007 5:13 am

We'll be there! Can't wait.

Dewayne · Post by **Dewayne** » Tue Mar 27, 2007 1:43 pm

If it is your first Rally you have to bring a Micro Brew from your home area to share with any past Top Nuts that happen to be in attendance.

Would hate to see you get awarded Gary's Numb Nut award for breaking a rule before you even get through check in.

Gary,
I might still be able to catch a couple of them Clear Lake fish. HHMM! One rod this year or two?