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by ppickerell
Fri Jul 28, 2017 11:11 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Optimax compressors
Replies: 6
Views: 1863

Re: Optimax compressors

Boatmasters replaced mine after it blew along with cleaning all of the fragments out of the fuel rails.
by ppickerell
Mon May 15, 2017 7:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Nice places to stay in or near Oroville lake?
Replies: 5
Views: 1566

Re: Nice places to stay in or near Oroville lake?

You have to call the Best Value Inn direct at the 530 number. The website is not taking reservations.
by ppickerell
Tue Dec 01, 2015 7:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: "Possible Only" Stolen Fishing Gear Located
Replies: 18
Views: 4021

Re: "Possible Only" Stolen Fishing Gear Located

Last I looked meth heads from Bethel were crusty crackers.
by ppickerell
Tue Aug 11, 2015 9:00 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Pro or Cabela's?
Replies: 12
Views: 2516

Re: Bass Pro or Cabela's?

Neither one. Get a gift card from Gene at the Hook.
by ppickerell
Thu Jul 19, 2012 1:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How Bass Fest Works
Replies: 22
Views: 6686

Re: How Bass Fest Works

Working on a special trophy for this event!
by ppickerell
Wed Jul 11, 2012 3:22 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: sold thanks
Replies: 8
Views: 2566

Re: 2007 RANGER BAY BOAT 2000 only 20 hours

JohnMarino wrote::D :)
Price?
by ppickerell
Wed Jul 11, 2012 3:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2 rods in the delta?
Replies: 4
Views: 3915

2 rods in the delta?

Was reading a recent report about a fisherman on the delta that hooked a male, saw the femalre following and hooked her as well and was fighting both. Am I correct in that this would be against the law? IE 2 rods are not legal in the delta correct?
by ppickerell
Mon Jun 18, 2012 1:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone Know Shimanos Broken Rod Policy????
Replies: 20
Views: 3325

Re: Anyone Know Shimanos Broken Rod Policy????

I have had several of the local shops replace my broken Clarus rods no questions asked and free of charge. I do not take them rods which I have shut in car doors etc, but if I break it on a fish or pulling on a snag your damn right I take it in for replacement. However, I always stock up on other it...
by ppickerell
Tue May 01, 2012 10:55 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best bass boat on the market
Replies: 21
Views: 24174

Re: Best bass boat on the market

Champ rules for big water (Delta Clear Lake)
by ppickerell
Mon Apr 02, 2012 9:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Whats wrong with this fish?
Replies: 7
Views: 2020

Re: Whats wrong with this fish?

Could have been that weight stuffer guy back in action :evil:
by ppickerell
Fri Mar 30, 2012 11:32 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 1985 14 ft Klamath
Replies: 4
Views: 1762

Re: 1985 14 ft Klamath SOLD

SOLD thanks.
by ppickerell
Thu Mar 15, 2012 12:27 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 1985 14 ft Klamath
Replies: 4
Views: 1762

Re: 1985 14 ft Klamath

bump
by ppickerell
Thu Mar 08, 2012 11:46 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 1985 14 ft Klamath
Replies: 4
Views: 1762

1985 14 ft Klamath

all welded
25 HP merc electric start runs great
electric trolling motor 30# MK
2 scotty manual downriggers
new FF/GPS
New bilge pump
rod holders
other gear
fishy
Hull not banged up
$2500
by ppickerell
Fri Feb 24, 2012 6:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BLACK DOG BAITS"WOW"
Replies: 3
Views: 1717

Re: BLACK DOG BAITS"WOW"

These guys are taking a unique approach to the fishing business. Well done.
by ppickerell
Fri Feb 17, 2012 5:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NEW HOOK LINE & SINKER RECORD
Replies: 7
Views: 2315

Re: NEW HOOK LINE & SINKER RECORD

Gene Buchholz wrote:The A Rigs were used the day before in the ABA tournament, Charlie A. won it with 22lbs?
There is a certain irony in that for sure.
by ppickerell
Wed Feb 15, 2012 5:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NEW HOOK LINE & SINKER RECORD
Replies: 7
Views: 2315

Re: NEW HOOK LINE & SINKER RECORD

That's what no winter will do for you.Imagine the weights if A-rigs were on the menu LOL!
by ppickerell
Thu Feb 02, 2012 11:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake Breaking News!!
Replies: 9
Views: 3386

Re: Clear Lake Breaking News!!

Damn, that restaurant with full bar at Ferndale sure beat most clear lake places after a hard day on the water.
by ppickerell
Thu Jan 26, 2012 3:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: ISE Sacramento changes?
Replies: 34
Views: 6504

Re: ISE Sacramento changes?

Free A-Rigs for all attendees? Free Beer? Bobby Barrack autographed Lunker Punker raffle? Kayak fishing hall? Iphone app for the show floor? Strippers not Stripers? Cooch in a bikini? Make your own A-rig booth for the kids? Duck call contest without using your mouth? :mrgreen:
by ppickerell
Sat Jan 21, 2012 11:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A Rig wire cutting and bending in Northern Ca.
Replies: 5
Views: 1891

Re: A Rig wire cutting and bending in Northern Ca.

CBoat wrote:Can you carve me out a school of live 20 pound stripers in the Delta schooling on the surface. About acre of them will do.
Jeez T you want me to hook them for you too? :lol:
by ppickerell
Fri Jan 20, 2012 6:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A Rig wire cutting and bending in Northern Ca.
Replies: 5
Views: 1891

A Rig wire cutting and bending in Northern Ca.

PM me if you need stainless steel wire accurately cut and formed for Umbrella rig construction. Check this video 1:12 in for the machine that does it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H43jT_Ce ... 4Psc6x59Vv
by ppickerell
Fri Jan 20, 2012 4:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wakebaits...Whats your go to bait
Replies: 17
Views: 3483

Re: Wakebaits...Whats your go to bait

I took an old bicycle chain and rigged 7 lunker punkers on it but only three had hooks. The first time I threw it one of the hooks caught on my partners shorts and I broke my arm and he lost his member. That rig has now been banned from all tournaments.
by ppickerell
Fri Jan 20, 2012 4:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ban the A-rig in tournaments petition. Some very well known
Replies: 111
Views: 17330

Re: Ban the A-rig in tournaments petition. Some very well kn

CN, please review the previous content. I've been very clear that It is for "tournaments" only. Otherwise I'm chucking that thing if i'm going fun fishing. I just spent another $200.00 on A-rig stuff an hour ago. That there is pretty funny. It is your GOTO rig for fun fishing but you want...
by ppickerell
Wed Jan 11, 2012 10:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: YUMbrella Rigs now at Fisherman's Warehouse
Replies: 4
Views: 959

Re: YUMbrella Rigs now at Fisherman's Warehouse

What alloy and temper are you referring to when you say "Super wire"? 304 Spring temper? Nickel Titanium SE800? What do you mean my multiple heat treats? Are you referring to annealing steps between drawing? I am hearing lot of talk about the various wires used in umbrella rigs and would l...
by ppickerell
Fri Nov 04, 2011 2:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Alabama Gig/ Umbrella Rig Banned!
Replies: 24
Views: 5392

Re: Alabama Gig/ Umbrella Rig Banned!

NOT a tournament guy, just tackle whore. The difference between the electronic lure banned by X states and this rig is the bama rig just won several big money tournaments.
by ppickerell
Wed Oct 05, 2011 5:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Dredge protocol
Replies: 1
Views: 722

Dredge protocol

I have crossed paths many times with dredging setup from Broad to 3 mile. The first time I slowed down but still on plane and the yellow skiff came screaming out and warned us off and I was not even close to the signs/floats. Other times I have slowed down to idle as I go over where I imagine the pi...
by ppickerell
Fri Sep 23, 2011 8:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New to Bay Area/Franks Tract Question
Replies: 7
Views: 1620

Re: New to Bay Area/Franks Tract Question

The Sugarbarge rentals are nice Triumph I believe center consoles with trolling motors. Great delta sled.
by ppickerell
Thu Sep 22, 2011 3:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New to Bay Area/Franks Tract Question
Replies: 7
Views: 1620

Re: New to Bay Area/Franks Tract Question

Whatever you do, don't wait until sunset and throw a bone super spook in north Franks near openings with current.
by ppickerell
Tue May 10, 2011 7:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: driving rough water
Replies: 17
Views: 6500

Re: driving rough water

Buy a Champion and live to fish another day.
by ppickerell
Fri Mar 11, 2011 7:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Thank You from Hi's Tackle Box
Replies: 5
Views: 893

Re: Thank You from Hi's Tackle Box

Yes and that guy Aram is some kind of fishing stud :lol:
by ppickerell
Wed Feb 02, 2011 1:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Landing nets
Replies: 23
Views: 3169

Re: Landing nets

Rubber nest are a lot less likely to entangle multiple trebles and are easier on the fish skin/slime.
by ppickerell
Mon Jan 31, 2011 1:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Oroville Bidwell houseboats
Replies: 2
Views: 899

Oroville Bidwell houseboats

Bidwell marina is now owned by Forever Resorts. They say no more houseboat rentals at Bidwell. This kills a 6 year old April recurring trip for me and my buds as the run from Lime Saddle down to the south end is not practical. Did they relocate all of the Bidwell rental boats to Limesaddle?
by ppickerell
Mon Jan 17, 2011 12:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 225 Opti problem
Replies: 4
Views: 1224

Re: 225 Opti problem

Take off the cap of reservoir on the engine. Turn the motor on and let the reservoir fill up to full before replacing the cap. Shut down and when you start back up the light should not be lit. If that does not work you may have a cracked oil line to replace. Thanks for the reply. I did this but it ...
by ppickerell
Sat Jan 15, 2011 9:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 225 Opti problem
Replies: 4
Views: 1224

Re: 225 Opti problem

Take off the cap of reservoir on the engine. Turn the motor on and let the reservoir fill up to full before replacing the cap. Shut down and when you start back up the light should not be lit. If that does not work you may have a cracked oil line to replace. Thanks for the reply. I did this but it ...
by ppickerell
Sat Jan 15, 2011 9:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Big Break owner files for bankruptcy
Replies: 16
Views: 5605

Re: Big Break owner files for bankruptcy

Anyone know what he paid for that property? Seems like he ought to consider marking some of the barge remnants. Captain Gugg Us Coast Guard Big Break Marina, Oakley, Ca San Francisco Region 1 Yerba Buena Island Boater Safety Hazard San Francisco, Ca 94130-9309 SENT VIA TEL - FAX SERVICE September 17...
by ppickerell
Sat Jan 15, 2011 9:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 225 Opti problem
Replies: 4
Views: 1224

225 Opti problem

I ran low on oil and got the dreaded alarm. I shut it down and filled the tank to about 3/4. Fired it back up and still had alarm. Pee hole working fine. pulled into a dock on that island before the bridge at Connection. Slippery as s::t but managed to get the cowl off and tried to bleed the reservo...
by ppickerell
Mon Dec 06, 2010 9:39 am
Forum: Stripers
Topic: Delta Report 12-4
Replies: 3
Views: 1856

Re: Delta Report 12-4

10 or less
by ppickerell
Sun Dec 05, 2010 4:10 pm
Forum: Stripers
Topic: Delta Report 12-4
Replies: 3
Views: 1856

Re: Delta Report 12-4

I am running another 5 miles west and finding some fish in curreent
by ppickerell
Thu Oct 14, 2010 9:02 am
Forum: Stripers
Topic: This years striper fishing rating
Replies: 8
Views: 2278

Re: This years striper fishing rating

I rate it a 3 out of 10. I have been regularly fishing from Broad Slough to MIldred and have been working VERY hard for few fish.
by ppickerell
Tue Sep 28, 2010 8:31 am
Forum: Stripers
Topic: Taking my 9 year old out this weekend. Any advice?
Replies: 3
Views: 1117

Re: Taking my 9 year old out this weekend. Any advice?

2nd that rattle trap suggestion. Also Lucky Pointer jerk baits are working. Need current.
by ppickerell
Thu Sep 16, 2010 3:02 pm
Forum: Stripers
Topic: wood or plastic punkers
Replies: 23
Views: 6635

Re: wood or plastic punkers

Installing a rattle in a wood punker will not have the noise that a chambered plastic bait will. So if I want noise (windy day, after dark) plastic, and I go wood on calm days.
by ppickerell
Mon Sep 13, 2010 4:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Humminbird installer recommendation
Replies: 2
Views: 506

Humminbird installer recommendation

Narrowed it down to an 898C SI combo. Who do you recommend for Pro install close to Pleasanton?
by ppickerell
Mon Sep 13, 2010 9:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Humminbird FF/GPS combo
Replies: 2
Views: 513

Humminbird FF/GPS combo

Getting ready to spring for new GPS/FF. Is side scan capability worth it for the typical striper fisherman? 10 inch or 8 inch screen?
by ppickerell
Mon Aug 30, 2010 3:35 pm
Forum: Stripers
Topic: Sunday 8-29-10
Replies: 1
Views: 1202

Sunday 8-29-10

Looked around in Franks, around Mandy and in Mildreds for linesides. All quiet. Rattle traps got some largemouth and dink striper followers. Nothing on spooks or punkers. Found a pack of schoolies late in the day near Little Franks.
by ppickerell
Fri Jul 23, 2010 10:59 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: My MinnKota Woes Continue (MinnKota is awful)
Replies: 2
Views: 837

Re: My MinnKota Woes Continue (MinnKota is awful)

I don't know where you are but the Norcal MinnKota man in San Ramon has given me EXCELLENT service.
by ppickerell
Wed Jun 02, 2010 6:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Russo's
Replies: 12
Views: 2226

Re: Delta Russo's

Frog bite was dead for me Monday. Few senko fish, nothing on blades or cranks
by ppickerell
Mon Apr 19, 2010 6:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Oroville this Thurs thru SUnday 4-22 4-25 Storm watch?
Replies: 2
Views: 693

Re: Oroville this Thurs thru SUnday 4-22 4-25 Storm watch?

Thanks Mark, do you c-rig the smallie beavers?
by ppickerell
Mon Apr 19, 2010 5:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Oroville this Thurs thru SUnday 4-22 4-25 Storm watch?
Replies: 2
Views: 693

Oroville this Thurs thru SUnday 4-22 4-25 Storm watch?

I fish Oro with my bro every year the 3rd week of April. We normally can boat 50-80 spots a day with a couple of different techniques but size is hard to come by. Three questions: Will this storm Tues-Wed slow things down for the weekend? What to try to get away from the small spotted bass? Where ar...
by ppickerell
Mon Apr 19, 2010 4:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What bait do you fish the Carolina Rig with???
Replies: 20
Views: 3084

Re: What bait do you fish the Carolina Rig with???

This weekend? Morning dawn robo worms at Oroville. Mr. T taught me that.
by ppickerell
Thu Mar 25, 2010 1:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 225 Opti bondo job?
Replies: 15
Views: 3046

Re: 225 Opti bondo job?

Thank you all for your comments. I talked to Jordan today who was not quite sure if this boat had the newer style bulb case with the 4 holes up front or not. Records show that Anglers did not do any gear case repair. BM says they are not sure about the holes but there is definitely a bondo job. Oh w...
by ppickerell
Wed Mar 24, 2010 7:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 225 Opti bondo job?
Replies: 15
Views: 3046

Re: 225 Opti bondo job?

Thanks for the contact name Guy