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by Bayou Boy
Thu Jul 14, 2011 2:39 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: florida guide ?
Replies: 4
Views: 666

Re: florida guide ?

Do a google search for Capt. Scott Guthrie or Scott Guthrie, Jacksonville, FL. Super nice guy, great guide and fisherman. I know he's on Youtube several times. If he can't work you in I'm sure he can refer you to someone. Last number I have for him is (904) 465-1870 but it's been almost a year since...
by Bayou Boy
Mon Jul 11, 2011 10:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Harvey's last hurrah canceled
Replies: 16
Views: 2777

Re: Harvey's last hurrah canceled

Wow, wow and double wow!!! How I could I be one of the last to learn of Harvey's illness and demise leaves me scratching my head. Where has the time gone, seems like only yesterday "Ol Harv and I were reliving some yesteryears like "Harvey's Carp tournament on Clearlake" and some of t...
by Bayou Boy
Fri Jul 01, 2011 5:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Braid wrapping around the rod tip
Replies: 4
Views: 997

Re: Braid wrapping around the rod tip

Different style(s) of the tip-top makes a difference too. The ones with side bracing are least likely to wrap...
by Bayou Boy
Sat May 28, 2011 8:06 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Lowrance dead zone
Replies: 16
Views: 4836

Re: Lowrance dead zone

Yes, cone angles do very. Example: The rule of thumb for a 22 degree cone angle is 1/3 of depth is diameter of bottom area covered. Learn to go to manual settings. You have no control over the power output of the signal you can only control the gain or ability to receive. Equate your sonar gain to y...
by Bayou Boy
Sat May 28, 2011 7:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 225 ETEC prop Query...
Replies: 12
Views: 2589

Re: 225 ETEC prop Query...

Cooch, Park on a flat and level concrete slab: Get a helper; one on trailer jack, one under boat with a bubble level and tape measurel... Put bubble level on centerline of the keel; and raise or lower boat with tongue jack until bubble level shows level....measure distance from keel to slab. Place b...
by Bayou Boy
Sat May 14, 2011 8:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Orleans Guide
Replies: 5
Views: 892

Re: New Orleans Guide

It just doesn't get any better than having C.J. for a guide when it comes to catchin fish and having fun http://www.rojascharters.com
by Bayou Boy
Thu Apr 28, 2011 10:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: We lost a friend
Replies: 20
Views: 3054

Re: We lost a friend

People come, people go but friends are friends forever. Rest in peace my friend; you will be missed but not forgotten.

tom shockley
by Bayou Boy
Fri Mar 18, 2011 7:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Westernbass Introduces Our Coolest Thing Yet !!!!
Replies: 17
Views: 3605

Re: Westernbass Introduces Our Coolest Thing Yet !!!!

Wayne, you and your staff are to be congratulated for conceptualizing this awesome idea and the miraculous achievement of bring it to fruition....

Best wishes,

tom shockley
by Bayou Boy
Tue Mar 08, 2011 6:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Biloxi Red Fishing Guide
Replies: 1
Views: 367

Re: Biloxi Red Fishing Guide

Contact Chad Dufrene, not only is he a great fisherman he’s also a super guy. If Chad can’t help you I’m sure he can put you in contact with someone who can. http://www.dufrenesguideservice.com

http://www.dufrenesguideservice.com
by Bayou Boy
Wed Feb 09, 2011 9:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bassmaster Classic
Replies: 0
Views: 288

Bassmaster Classic

Who's going to the Classic? I'll be there all 3 days...
by Bayou Boy
Fri Dec 03, 2010 3:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: what type of scales?
Replies: 1
Views: 613

Re: what type of scales?

Equalizer scales... just do a google search. I have a set that is 10 or so years old and they work as good today as they did new.
by Bayou Boy
Fri Dec 03, 2010 3:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Well if you don't protect ... How do you clean????
Replies: 5
Views: 890

Re: Well if you don't protect ... How do you clean????

3 in 1 Silicone Lubricant will do the trick in fresh, brackish and salt water. Been using it for years and it's the best thing since ice cream. Spray it on, wipe it off and it magic on spectra braid and a lot cheaper than some brand names used for this purpose. Hope this help... :D no affiliation ju...
by Bayou Boy
Fri Nov 26, 2010 7:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Felt old all of a sudden, Paper Graphs!
Replies: 27
Views: 5233

Re: Felt old all of a sudden, Paper Graphs!

I remember a little something about this era; like the first time I was sent to CA to do a "SONAR" seminar for Lowrance at a Western Bass Tournament on Don Pedro. The "New" LFG 610 flasher graph combination was the all rage but understanding and utilizing its information needed a...
by Bayou Boy
Fri Aug 13, 2010 3:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lowrance LCX crossover to HDS question
Replies: 9
Views: 6750

Lowrance LCX crossover to HDS question

:( Last week someone stole a Lowrance LCX 113c HD with Navionics Platinum Plus chip and LCX 38c HD off my bay boat while lit was locked-up behind a fenced-in and well lit area at a dealership awaiting a tune-up and oil change. They hit other boats too. All are insured but it still sucks.... The thie...
by Bayou Boy
Thu Aug 12, 2010 5:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: what is a good app for iPhone for marking waypoints?
Replies: 6
Views: 4356

Re: what is a good app for iPhone for marking waypoints?

Greg,

Is "GPS Kit" an App? If so, where can it be found at the app store?
by Bayou Boy
Fri May 21, 2010 12:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Fork Frogs
Replies: 2
Views: 860

Re: Lake Fork Frogs

You may find this useful since they started to "Ribbit" thingy.

http://www.fishstanley.com/doubletake.html
by Bayou Boy
Mon Mar 08, 2010 3:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Performance trolling motor prop?
Replies: 9
Views: 4975

Re: Performance trolling motor prop?

Get you a KIPAWA....Been using them for the past 3 years...lots of torque...more speed with less power draw...weedless as any. No affiliations just a satisfied customer.

http://www.kipawapropellers.com/[/u]
by Bayou Boy
Fri Feb 19, 2010 9:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Yum Money Hound
Replies: 8
Views: 3143

Re: Yum Money Hound

You rig it just like the "Money Minnow"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MP7qp2-q0CM
by Bayou Boy
Thu Feb 18, 2010 6:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Yum Money Hound
Replies: 8
Views: 3143

Re: Yum Money Hound

Here 'ya go http://www.lurenet.com/catalog.aspx?catid=NewProducts they are about 7 or 8 down on the page.
by Bayou Boy
Fri Feb 12, 2010 11:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Kennedy said "Red" was fishable.
Replies: 9
Views: 1918

Re: Kennedy said "Red" was fishable.

Shreveport this morning 11/12/10
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by Bayou Boy
Fri Feb 12, 2010 10:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best lens color for Fishing Glasses
Replies: 15
Views: 4357

Re: Best lens color for Fishing Glasses

Solar Bat "Mossback" is not just a "Green" lens it's a combination of blue, yellow, grey and amber... and the new "Mossback" gradient lens does it all.
by Bayou Boy
Tue Jan 12, 2010 3:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How did I get so lucky??????
Replies: 18
Views: 3139

Re: Odd

Female? Are you hot with big thingies and low morales? Ah, sorry wrong forum!! :oops:
by Bayou Boy
Tue Jan 12, 2010 10:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Stayput Shallow Water Anchors
Replies: 3
Views: 1148

Re: Stayput Shallow Water Anchors

I have both an 8' Power Pole and a 8' bow mount "Wang Anchor" (much like the "Stayput") on my boat and can highly recommend both. I use my Power Pole the most; simply because of the the ease of use with my remotes. Most effective use for both is in 6 ft. or less of water. I use t...
by Bayou Boy
Sat Dec 26, 2009 8:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: So what did you get for Christmas?
Replies: 27
Views: 3710

Re: So what did you get for Christmas?

:D Got to see my Great Grandson for the first time :D ; went fishin' in da marsh and my youngest daughter caught herself a 29 lbs. redfish on a topwater plug :shock: . Don't get no better :lol: ..... Oh yeah; da wifey gave me a new 27" iMac...no mo dat PC stuff for me dat fo shooo. Merry Christ...
by Bayou Boy
Sun Dec 06, 2009 11:57 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat Covers
Replies: 3
Views: 615

Re: Boat Covers

Assuming by your username 201Pro; I would go to my Stratos dealer and ask them if they have a shipping cover they will give and/ or sell you.
by Bayou Boy
Wed Dec 02, 2009 10:16 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lower Unit Oil
Replies: 4
Views: 1363

Re: Lower Unit Oil

Each to their own and I'm not trying to change any-one's mind. I've been using "Amsoil" sny products for 10+ years in all of my race cars, personal vehicles and outboard engines: Mercury, Evinrude, Yamaha & Suzuki and never had a problem. You will find a 100 to 150 rpm increase when yo...
by Bayou Boy
Tue Dec 01, 2009 7:37 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pacific NW Boat ?
Replies: 11
Views: 2871

Re: Pacific NW Boat ?

I run a '07 Mako 2201 w/175 Suzuki and fish both Redfish and bass tournaments out of it... One awesome boat that does it all. Very smooth and dry ride (A must for my wife), 52.7 GPS mph @ WOT, Minn Kota Riptide 80 ST w/foot pedal :D , Lowrance 113c HD, 8' Power Pole w/remotes, dual livewells , tons ...
by Bayou Boy
Mon Nov 23, 2009 8:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: braided line on spinning reels.
Replies: 3
Views: 708

Re: braided line on spinning reels.

I use Power Pro on my 6 of my spinning reels and have for years. The most likely cause for your "Wind knot" is one of the following. 1. When you put the PP onto your reel it had a twist in it from coming off the master spool in the wrong direction. If your bail is winding line onto the ree...
by Bayou Boy
Fri Nov 20, 2009 12:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Why Do you fish?
Replies: 46
Views: 6199

Re: Why Do you fish?

Hate! I hate fish so much I want catch 'em all.........
by Bayou Boy
Thu Nov 19, 2009 1:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Spotlights for boat
Replies: 10
Views: 1327

Re: Spotlights for boat

by Bayou Boy
Wed Nov 18, 2009 2:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A Note from Western Outdoors regarding WON Bass
Replies: 13
Views: 3787

Re: A Note from Western Outdoors regarding WON Bass

How can I contact Harvey?
by Bayou Boy
Wed Nov 18, 2009 9:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Yamaha V Max SHO "Hot Sheet"
Replies: 10
Views: 3543

Re: New Yamaha V Max SHO "Hot Sheet"

Computer chip most likely...Suzuki does the same thing with it's "Big Block" engines.
by Bayou Boy
Thu Oct 29, 2009 5:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Battery Help?
Replies: 4
Views: 1044

Re: Battery Help?

I've been using the "Stowaway" brand of batteries for years and I've never had a problem with them. I have a 22' Mako bay boat w/Minn Kota 101 Riptide, 21' Stratos w/ Minn Kota Maxx80 and a 19' Action Craft flats boat w/Minn Kota Riptide ST 80 and I've never run out of power on any of them...
by Bayou Boy
Thu Oct 22, 2009 2:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone got any DUH!!! Heads?
Replies: 21
Views: 3683

Re: Anyone got any DUH!!! Heads?

Picture please....
by Bayou Boy
Wed Oct 21, 2009 4:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cold-weather footwear?
Replies: 16
Views: 4846

Re: Cold-weather footwear?

Not worried as much about cold as wet (rain) here in South Louisiana. Been looking at gettin' me some "Sealskinz" to wear with my tennis shoes. But having never seen 'em; how accurate do the sizes run for fit, since the come in S-M-L-XL? I wear a size 11 shoe. Do they fit tight or bunch up...
by Bayou Boy
Tue Oct 13, 2009 4:42 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CHP Ticket
Replies: 72
Views: 12628

Re: CHP Ticket

A senior citizen drove his brand new Corvette out of the dealership. Taking off down the road, he floored it to 80 mph, enjoying the wind blowing through what little hair he had left. "Amazing," he thought as he flew down I-5, pushing the pedal even more. Looking in his rear view mirror, h...
by Bayou Boy
Wed Sep 09, 2009 4:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 09/09/09 today's date...Well, did you...
Replies: 11
Views: 1765

Re: 09/09/09 today's date...Well, did you...

I stoped at a Denny's in New Orleans this morning on my way to Venice to catach some Redfish :D And since I was celebrating today for the 65th time :shock: I got a cup of coffee for $.o9 if this counts.
by Bayou Boy
Sun Sep 06, 2009 6:59 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rick Clunn's Bombshell Statement
Replies: 55
Views: 10679

Re: Rick Clunn's Bombshell Statement

It's been many years since I lived in California and even longer since I got "Sun Posioning" while fishing the U.S. Open but someday maybe I'll get to travel back and take another crack at winning it. My vote would be to keep the U.S. Open at Lake Mead, sight of the first BassMaster Classi...
by Bayou Boy
Tue Aug 19, 2008 6:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Congrats to Long Nguyen!!!
Replies: 21
Views: 3020

Re: Congrats to Long Nguyen!!!

Madison your one lucky girl to have Long and Suzanne for parents. Long and Suzanne congratulations and as da says here in South Louisiana, Laisser les bons temps rouler!:D

Tom Shockley
by Bayou Boy
Fri May 16, 2008 4:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Go MIKE ANDREWS!!!! one more day!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 3631

Re: Go MIKE ANDREWS!!!! one more day!!!

Best wishes for a great day...