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by millsryno
Sun Jun 30, 2013 1:59 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: Champion 191 (2x Lowrance HDS12 Touch, Fortrex 101, Stealth)
Replies: 7
Views: 4041

Re: Champion 191 (2x Lowrance HDS12 Touch, Fortrex 101, Stea

Here is a link to more pictures. I tried to capture pics of anything "wrong" with the boat...such as the missing carpet and a couple nicks.

http://s1017.photobucket.com/user/megrodneym/library/
by millsryno
Tue Jun 25, 2013 2:31 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: Champion 191 (2x Lowrance HDS12 Touch, Fortrex 101, Stealth)
Replies: 7
Views: 4041

Re: Champion 191 (2x Lowrance HDS12 Touch, Fortrex 101, Stea

K Ratchford wrote:What year is this boat.
Thanks for asking. I should have posted it is a 1997 Champion 191 Elite. I have edited my original post to show this. Thanks for bringing to my attention.
by millsryno
Tue Jun 25, 2013 11:37 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: Champion 191 (2x Lowrance HDS12 Touch, Fortrex 101, Stealth)
Replies: 7
Views: 4041

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by millsryno
Tue Jun 25, 2013 11:34 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: Champion 191 (2x Lowrance HDS12 Touch, Fortrex 101, Stealth)
Replies: 7
Views: 4041

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by millsryno
Tue Jun 25, 2013 11:31 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: Champion 191 (2x Lowrance HDS12 Touch, Fortrex 101, Stealth)
Replies: 7
Views: 4041

Champion 191 (2x Lowrance HDS12 Touch, Fortrex 101, Stealth)

1997 Champion 191 Elite Nicest older boat out there. Has been upgraded with all the latest and greatest. 200HP Merc Fuel Injected, perfect compression. The Champion 191 is one of the best hulls out there and this things rides like a sports car. Updates: 2x new Lowrance HDS 12 touch Screen graphs (on...
by millsryno
Wed Sep 29, 2010 6:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: AZ Poachers
Replies: 44
Views: 7608

Re: AZ Poachers

Don't hate the player, hate the game. The people that got in played by the rules, nuff said. Why are you ripping them by calling them poachers? Have you worked to fix the issue with FLW or just voiced your opinion on a forum? It's not the responsibility of any co angler to keep tabs on what other co...
by millsryno
Wed Jun 25, 2008 9:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: trying to re-finance
Replies: 16
Views: 2555

Re: trying to re-finance

I think the banks will just use NADA.

http://www.nadaguides.com/

Just call around and get the best rates.
by millsryno
Wed Apr 02, 2008 7:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I am moving to Phoenix.
Replies: 10
Views: 1766

Re: I am moving to Phoenix.*NM*

*NM*
by millsryno
Tue Mar 18, 2008 6:23 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How is the fishing in Phoenix?
Replies: 15
Views: 2240

Re: How is the fishing in Phoenix?

Peter - I live in Phoenix and love it. I have been back here for 2 years now, from So Cal. There is a lot of fishing. Lake Pleasant is Northwest of the valley, Barlett Lake is North of the Valley, both about 1 hour from Phoenix to boat ramp. Roosevelt, Saquaro and Canyon are North East of Phoenix ab...
by millsryno
Thu Dec 20, 2007 9:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass West USA - Have you received it yet?
Replies: 62
Views: 8738

Re: Bass West USA - Have you received it yet?

I am fishing USAC in AZ. The first tournament was in early November.

Is a subscription to this magazine included with my membership to USAC? If so, will I get this issue you speak of?

Thanks,

Ryan Mills
by millsryno
Sun Oct 21, 2007 5:22 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! - It’s time to PUT UP or SHUT UP!
Replies: 91
Views: 29357

Re: ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! - It’s time to PUT UP or SHUT UP!

This is really a great idea and something that can really get BIG on a national level with TV or something. Who wouldn't want to watch some guys chucking wood all day pulling in the big girls?? I am wondering what the rule will be with regards to catch and release as well as dead fish penalties. I c...
by millsryno
Thu Mar 08, 2007 12:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Spinnerbait blade color selection
Replies: 10
Views: 1299

Spinnerbait blade color selection

I've been taught that you pick a silver blade for bright sunny skies, a gold blade for overcast skies. Is this accurate? How about colored blades? What situations would you use these blades for: double silver - double gold - silver/gold - white - chartreuse - white/chartreuse - Thanks. I'm really tr...
by millsryno
Mon Feb 26, 2007 7:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pflueger Summit 7:1
Replies: 2
Views: 510

Pflueger Summit 7:1

Anybody try the new Pflueger Summit LP with the 7:1 gear ratio? Wondering how it does. The price seems good and the weight is very light compared to other 7:1 gear ratio reels. Thinking of trying this on a spinnerbait rod. What do you think?
by millsryno
Mon Jan 22, 2007 5:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: For everyone that uses swimbaitnation.com*NM*
Replies: 7
Views: 2154

Re: For everyone that uses swimbaitnation.com

Wow. I only know Zach from him purchasing some baits from me a few times. I have always found him to be very helpful as he seems to visit a few of the same sites I do. In fact this was so surprising to me that you say he goes on to rip people all the time I had to look it up. http://www.swimbaitnati...
by millsryno
Sat Jan 06, 2007 10:24 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Phoenix Area Lakes
Replies: 7
Views: 1309

Re: Phoenix Area Lakes

http://www.gf.state.az.us/artman/publis ... x_28.shtml

There are some nice lakes out here. The fishing is a bit different though. Lots more rats and lots less 4 pounders :cry:
by millsryno
Wed Dec 27, 2006 9:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody interested in splitting a time share at Lake powell?
Replies: 0
Views: 505

Anybody interested in splitting a time share at Lake powell?

Our family is looking to split a houseboat shared ownership (kinda like a timeshare) at Lake Powell with another family. We want to alternate years. If you are at all interested, please email me for details. We have done houseboating trips there before and have done some research into this. The pric...
by millsryno
Sat Dec 09, 2006 1:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Fishing Videos thru WesterBass
Replies: 4
Views: 922

Bass Fishing Videos thru WesterBass

I want to start watching some of these videos and was looking for some feedback. Have you seen any? On a scale of 1-10 (10 the best), how informative was it? I'm looking for some that spend more time teaching and less time showing Bill Dance catching fish out of ponds if you know what I mean. Are th...
by millsryno
Sat Dec 09, 2006 1:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Fishing Videos thru WesternBass
Replies: 1
Views: 680

Bass Fishing Videos thru WesternBass

I want to start watching some of these videos and was looking for some feedback. Have you seen any? On a scale of 1-10 (10 the best), how informative was it? I'm looking for some that spend more time teaching and less time showing Bill Dance catching fish out of ponds if you know what I mean. Are th...
by millsryno
Thu Nov 30, 2006 5:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lucky Craft ?s for the experts
Replies: 3
Views: 844

Re: Lucky Craft ?s for the experts

Thanks Kelly, I too have been using DD-22s. I am not afraid to lose them and that prol helps me get the lure where it needs to be and catch more fish. What are your favorite colors? Besides the 22s, do you throw any other size? I've seen the Poes. Haven't tried them though. Aren't they made of cedar...
by millsryno
Thu Nov 30, 2006 2:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lucky Craft ?s for the experts
Replies: 3
Views: 844

Lucky Craft ?s for the experts

I was thining of asking "santa" fom rsome Lucky Craft cranks this year. I am looking for something to bang against rocks with 15-20 feet deep. Upon readin about the Flat CB-20, it seems to say that it is good for open water situations, not really banging the rocks. It refers you to the FAT...
by millsryno
Mon Nov 27, 2006 10:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Weighing fish
Replies: 14
Views: 2441

Weighing fish

When using a digital scale like the one made by Berkley to weight fish, is it better to punch a hole through the fishes lip or to place the hook on the underside of the gills?

If it is better to do it through the jaw, wouldn't it make more sense to make the hook a little sharper?
by millsryno
Sun Nov 26, 2006 4:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Spinnerbait recycling into chatterbaits
Replies: 16
Views: 3200

Re: Spinnerbait recycling into chatterbaits

When somebody gets the pics, would you be so kind to post them? I am interested in this as well! Thanks!
by millsryno
Sun Nov 26, 2006 4:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Spinnerbait recycling into chatterbaits
Replies: 16
Views: 3200

Re: Spinnerbait recycling into chatterbaits

When somebody gets the pics, would you be so kind to post them? I am interested in this as well! Thanks!
by millsryno
Fri Nov 17, 2006 7:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Yes! I get Bi-Polar....
Replies: 11
Views: 1568

Re: To the chicken$)(*7 from StrikeZoneWorms.....

Dude, are you bi-polar?

J/K...I obviously missed something lol.
by millsryno
Fri Nov 17, 2006 7:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Daiwa Luvias --- Anybody seen/used it?
Replies: 0
Views: 1017

Daiwa Luvias --- Anybody seen/used it?

I'm thinking of getting a Daiwa Luvias 1500 (Japan) to match up to a Loomis GLX dropshot rod. Anybody have any insight on this reel? I have not had the chance to see one in person, but what I see online is that it is a quality built reel and very light weight for a spinning reel (7.6 oz). I can get ...
by millsryno
Thu Nov 16, 2006 10:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Daiwa Luvias --- Anybody familiar with it?
Replies: 0
Views: 477

Daiwa Luvias --- Anybody familiar with it?

I'm thinking of getting a Daiwa Luvias 1500 (Japan) to match up to a Loomis GLX dropshot rod. Anybody have any insight on this reel? I have not had the chance to see one in person, but what I see online is that it is a quality built reel and very light weight for a spinning reel (7.6 oz). I can get ...
by millsryno
Fri Oct 27, 2006 11:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: opinions on bass pro "extreme" reels and rods?
Replies: 4
Views: 1133

Re: opinions on bass pro "extreme" reels and rods?

I started with a lot of the BPS stuff. They are good if you want to get a lot of different combinations without breaking the bank. My only suggestion is to wait until the Spring fishing sale when you will find them hugely discounted. Bass Pro deeply discounts their products more than any other name ...
by millsryno
Sun Jun 25, 2006 7:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 5 pound test baitcaster
Replies: 13
Views: 2300

Re: 5 pound test baitcaster

has anybody used the Daiwa Pixy for drop shotting? I was thinking that the small size and weight of this real would possibly be a nice finesse/drop shot real.

I was actually contemplating going with a spinning set up or trying this out.
by millsryno
Mon Jun 12, 2006 8:22 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Local Angler (and bait) Featured on ESPN-2
Replies: 2
Views: 879

Re: Local Angler (and bait) Featured on ESPN-2

I saw the episode and in fact it was my first time watching BASS Insider. It was a good segment. They caught some hogs.

Overall, that show seems to be pretty good, I now have it TIVO'd every week.
by millsryno
Sat Jun 10, 2006 11:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Business Write Off for fishing
Replies: 13
Views: 3235

Re: Standard Deduction...

Do you have to fish as a pro, though?
by millsryno
Sat Jun 10, 2006 11:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: KFROG time
Replies: 3
Views: 831

KFROG time

Anybody know the times for the events? I can't find them. Also, is there a maximum number of boats allowed? Is there a cut after day 1?
by millsryno
Sun Jun 04, 2006 11:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Mathews - what's the story?
Replies: 1
Views: 1989

Lake Mathews - what's the story?

I just happened to come across this lake today. What a nice looking lake. It's a shame that there are signs posted for no public access. This lake looks like a bass haven. So what is the story? Why is it closed? Has it ever been opened? Has anybody ever fished it? It looked like paradise. Lots of po...
by millsryno
Thu Jun 01, 2006 4:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: When To Change Lures
Replies: 5
Views: 1680

Re: When To Change Lures

Wow, 10 casts? I can throw a spinnerbait 100 times before I get bit.

I have always wondered this as well. I'll go and throw a crankbait for an hour trying to get bit before I'll change it up. Should I be changing it up more often?
by millsryno
Sun May 21, 2006 11:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: battery help
Replies: 3
Views: 1757

Re: battery help

THanks Kelly,

I was kind of thinking it could be the alternator also. I was hoping something like that was covered under warranty. It is a 115 HP Optimax. Hope it is not too pricey.
by millsryno
Sat May 20, 2006 9:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I heard through the grapevine yesterday.............
Replies: 9
Views: 3047

Re: I heard through the grapevine yesterday.............

I heard that they were making changes, but last I heard they were just going to require that clients purchase a fishing permit or something. I'll check with my cousin, he works there.
by millsryno
Sat May 20, 2006 9:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: battery help
Replies: 3
Views: 1757

battery help

I have a 1 year new boat. Last week when I was on the lake, the boat made a beeping noise and died on me. The cranking battery died. I figure this beeping noise must have been because of that. Sure is fun using the trolling motor to get back in all the way across the lake lol. I took it into autozon...
by millsryno
Fri May 19, 2006 1:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody ever fish Arrowhead Lakes in Glendale, AZ?
Replies: 5
Views: 7136

Anybody ever fish Arrowhead Lakes in Glendale, AZ?

I'm moving out there and was thinking of getting a house on the lake. Anybody ever fish it?

I am skeptical of the fish in there. If the fishing is decent, I might have to give it serious thought. Anybody familiar with it?

Also, how about Garden Lake in Avondale?
by millsryno
Thu May 18, 2006 6:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Costa Del Mar "Reef Raiders" - Well Worth the Wait
Replies: 2
Views: 672

Re: Costa Del Mar "Reef Raiders" - Well Worth the

Thanks for the info. I'm in the market.

Has anybody been fortunate enough to test some wave 400 vs. wave 580 glasses on the water? Is there a difference?

Any insight would be apreciated, thanks!
by millsryno
Tue May 16, 2006 10:50 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What's up with Megabass??
Replies: 9
Views: 4457

What's up with Megabass??

All I know is the stuff is EXPENSIVE! Sure, they look nice, but wow are they pricey. What makes them so much better than even Lucky Craft lures, which most guys I would think consider top of the line. Also, how about their rods. Are they much better than anything out there? I though $300 was hard to...
by millsryno
Wed May 10, 2006 12:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Electrofishing volunteers needed
Replies: 8
Views: 1548

Re: Electrofishing volunteers needed

Email sent.

Thanks for the opportunity!
by millsryno
Mon May 08, 2006 1:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DD22s at DVL?
Replies: 0
Views: 541

DD22s at DVL?

I went fishing today at DVL and was throwing some Norman DD22s. The water was very clear. It has cleared up a bunch since I saw it a week ago. I was throwing the DD22 to get the bait down to 15+ feet. I got to thinking though, is this bait too large for this clear of water (visibility 10-15 feet)? I...
by millsryno
Fri Apr 28, 2006 10:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Attention Fish and Swap Participants
Replies: 8
Views: 1909

Re: Attention Fish and Swap Participants

Big THUMBS UP for DVL! :wink:
by millsryno
Fri Apr 21, 2006 5:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Is the Bass Pro Store
Replies: 11
Views: 1597

Re: And next year in Rancho Cucamonga at Victoria Gardens

The only thing that sucks about the Vegas BPS is that is has made gambling less fun for me. Now everytime I lose a hand at blackjack I am thinking...Damnit, there goes a lure...There goes a new rod...Man that underwater camera would have been nice...
by millsryno
Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody else have a wife like this?
Replies: 17
Views: 3656

Re: Anybody else have a wife like this?

OK, you guys got me a little excited. I decided to outfit the ol' lady with everything she needs....including an iPod lol. She is already asking when the boat is getting out of the shop! Here is what I got her: Shimano Clarus 6' MH spinning rod with X-Fast tip (figure this will be easy for her to ha...
by millsryno
Sat Apr 15, 2006 12:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody else have a wife like this?
Replies: 17
Views: 3656

Re: Anybody else have a wife like this?

So your wives use a gloomis drop shot rod as their main rod? They will actually throw an array of baits with it and it works good?

I imagine the Ex fast tip really helps them... What is the length?
by millsryno
Sat Apr 15, 2006 12:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody else have a wife like this?
Replies: 17
Views: 3656

Re: Anybody else have a wife like this?

So your wives use a gloomis drop shot rod as their main rod? They will actually throw an array of baits with it and it works good?

I imagine the Ex fast tip really helps them... What is the length?
by millsryno
Fri Apr 14, 2006 7:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody else have a wife like this?
Replies: 17
Views: 3656

Anybody else have a wife like this?

Am I the only one that gets frustrated watching the wife fish?? I guess I'm not a good teacher because I still can't get her to cast further than 15 yards on a regular basis. She gets too bored to fish a worm or anything so I try to give her cranks, spinnerbaits and buzzbaits. Besides, they are real...