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by Larry Douglas
Tue Aug 30, 2011 9:52 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Fenwick rod for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 683

Fenwick rod for sale

HMX176H-T 7'6" Telescopic Flippin' rod by Fenwick.

Condition of rod is XLNT.

Will sell for $75

Selling due to disability.

Contact at 209-239-8600 before 5pm

Larry
by Larry Douglas
Tue Aug 30, 2011 9:48 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Competitive Edge VPR Pro
Replies: 0
Views: 749

Competitive Edge VPR Pro

VPR Pro 7' G Series/ Conventional Wormin' and Jiggin' Rod.

3/16 oz - 5/8 oz lures, 8-20 lb line Will sell for $100

Rod condition is excellent. Selling due to disability.

Reply to 209-239-8600

Larry
by Larry Douglas
Fri Aug 26, 2011 1:03 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Shimano Curado left hand crank....ALL SOLD!!
Replies: 2
Views: 1125

Shimano Curado left hand crank....ALL SOLD!!

Have to sell some Shimano reels due to disability.

Originally $120....will accept $70 each.

Call 209-239-8600 in Manteca before 5 pm.

Larry
by Larry Douglas
Sat Jul 23, 2011 11:25 am
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Mustang PFD.....SOLD!
Replies: 0
Views: 431

Mustang PFD.....SOLD!

Selling my Mustand Type 11, Model MD3183 Personal Flotation Device. Original price was $189. Back injury has forced me to stop fishing. Will sacrifice for $100. Like new condition. I'm firm on the price. Don't bother trying lowballing. Do not respond to my email. Phone calls ONLY! 209-239-8600 befor...
by Larry Douglas
Fri Jul 15, 2011 9:33 am
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Mustang personal flotation device
Replies: 2
Views: 1010

Mustang personal flotation device

Back injury forces me to retire from fishing.
Mustang PFD, Adult-Universal, automatically inflates, Model3183, Type ll PFD.

Original cost $189.....will sell for $100

Contact at 209-239-8600 before 5 pm daily. I'm retired, so calls during the day are fine.

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Sun Feb 06, 2011 11:47 am
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: 1997 Skeeter ZX185c
Replies: 0
Views: 1589

1997 Skeeter ZX185c

For whatever reason, after 45 years, I've burned myself out on bass fishing. I'm offering my 1997 Skeeter ZX185c, w/175 hp Yamaha for sale for $8,000 obo. This boat has never been stored outside...always garaged. It's in excellent shape. The boat is a metallic red color....very pretty boat. Sorry I ...
by Larry Douglas
Sun Dec 05, 2010 5:44 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Found: National Guard backpack with tackle
Replies: 4
Views: 1540

Re: Found: National Guard backpack with tackle

Gene;

That just tickles the snot out of me!

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Sat Dec 04, 2010 5:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Found: National Guard backpack with tackle
Replies: 4
Views: 1540

Found: National Guard backpack with tackle

I was looking through Craig's List and noticed a post about a found backpack. The posting is under the Stockton listings in the "General" category. Phone # for IDing the bag is 209-405-2141. Posting says that it's full of tackle for the Delta. Hope whomever lost it sees this. Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Fri Mar 19, 2010 4:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shoestring budget!!! Delta?
Replies: 14
Views: 3498

Re: Shoestring budget!!! Delta?

I have a place in Manteca. I'm a 20 minute drive to Ladd's. I'm about 1 mile from BPS in case ya need anything. If it's just a couple of you, you can throw some sleeping bags on the living room floor. Might beat sleeping in the boat or back of the truck. No charge..I've been on the short end myself!...
by Larry Douglas
Tue Dec 22, 2009 4:53 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CA fishing law
Replies: 66
Views: 11635

Re: CA fishing law

Yes, you must hook a fish on the inside of its' mouth, otherwise it's considered "snagging", and is illegal in CA.



Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Mon Dec 21, 2009 5:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: For those who have served, and those who are serving now....
Replies: 4
Views: 971

For those who have served, and those who are serving now....

I didn't write this, but I thought it appropriate at this time of year..... The embers glowed softly, and in their dim light, I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight. My wife was asleep, her head on my chest, My daughter beside me, angelic in rest. Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white,...
by Larry Douglas
Tue Nov 03, 2009 5:37 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Update on lost dog.....
Replies: 4
Views: 1352

Jeff and his son Ben are the good guys here!

I remember you well Bill. The kudos for me are nice, but Jeff and his son are the ones who have accepted the resposibility of care for this little dog. They deserve any credit. I was just an agent.

I hope all is well with you and yours.


Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Mon Nov 02, 2009 4:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Update on lost dog.....
Replies: 4
Views: 1352

Update on lost dog.....

A couple of days ago I posted about a little Terrier mix dog that was found on my front porch. I'm delighted to report that as of yesterday she has a new "forever" home. Jeff Schraeder (from here on WB) responded to my plea for help almost immediately. He and his young son Ben, accepted th...
by Larry Douglas
Sat Oct 31, 2009 9:22 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lost dog available for adoption.
Replies: 4
Views: 1280

Re: Lost dog available for adoption....YZKEN

I have no idea how to post a picture online. Too old to learn.


Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Sat Oct 31, 2009 4:32 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lost dog available for adoption.
Replies: 4
Views: 1280

Lost dog available for adoption.

During the windstorm we experienced a few days ago, a lost dog was found on my front porch. I'm unable to keep her. I've checked house to house for several blocks to find her home...no luck. I contacted the city pound in case someone checks there. I placed an ad in the local paper. Again, no luck. I...
by Larry Douglas
Mon Sep 14, 2009 3:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone looking for a mini bass fishing library?
Replies: 2
Views: 903

Re: Anyone looking for a mini bass fishing library?

They're gone. Glad to see they got a good home.

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Sat Sep 12, 2009 4:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone looking for a mini bass fishing library?
Replies: 2
Views: 903

Anyone looking for a mini bass fishing library?

Old hardcover editions dating back 40 years or so.

The catch?

You pick them up at my house. No deliveries.

Oh yeah! They're free.

Larry Douglas
209-239-8600
Manteca
by Larry Douglas
Fri Aug 07, 2009 3:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ok maybe Im getting old. BUT
Replies: 167
Views: 35664

fish food....

Back in the olde days, I DID get my fix with underground stuff. Key word being "underground". My children weren't exposed to it.
You sound as if you don't mind what children hear or see. If that's so, YOU are the problem!
Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Fri Aug 07, 2009 4:27 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ok maybe Im getting old. BUT
Replies: 167
Views: 35664

Re: Ok maybe Im getting old. BUT

I agree with Guyle's comment. If you don't like the ad, don't buy the product. I know I won't. Some ad agencies feel that if you remember their names, then they have been successful in their campaign. I disagree. There was an ad several ads ago with some old fool proclaiming, "Don't squeeze the...
by Larry Douglas
Sun Jun 28, 2009 4:39 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Boat slip
Replies: 12
Views: 2565

Whiskey Slough

I just talked to Andy at the Whiskey Slough Marina. My biggest concern about launching there has been taken care of. In years past the launch ramp had a 1 foot drop off at the end of the ramp which made launching an experience. Andy just informed me that the ramp has been replaced and that they can ...
by Larry Douglas
Thu Jun 25, 2009 4:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Boat slip
Replies: 12
Views: 2565

Re: Delta Boat slip

Paradise Point offers dry secure storage for $65 per month, and launching is free. I would hesitate about wet storage for my boat. Scum accumulationon on the boat bottom can be terrible in a very short time period. Good luck.

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Tue Jun 02, 2009 4:49 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: taxidermy
Replies: 46
Views: 14921

Re: Every damn time!

Someone catches a nice fish and decides to keep it for whatever reason, and every self proclaimed "conservationist" reacts like he's been gut shot! Get over yourselves. He (and everyone else that is licensed), has an absolute RIGHT to keep the fish if he wishes. I haven't kept a freshwater...
by Larry Douglas
Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Is this c/s or what?
Replies: 74
Views: 11618

Re: Is this c/s or what?

Since you asked for opinions, I'll give you mine.... You were wrong on several levels. 1. You were apparently NOT wearing your life vest in violation of the rules. 2. You apparently couldn't have had your kill switch attached, in violation of the rules. 3. You came on a public forum to slam another ...
by Larry Douglas
Fri Apr 03, 2009 4:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mossdale Marina
Replies: 3
Views: 1017

Re: Mossdale Marina

If you launch out of Mossdale, don't go any further south than the RR tracks. Although there can be some good bassin' south of Mossdale, the risk isn't worth it unless you're VERY familiar with the river there. The water depth can vary from 20 feet to 8 inches without warning. In fact, since you are...
by Larry Douglas
Fri Dec 19, 2008 6:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Gator...
Replies: 1
Views: 531

Gator...

You have idiots on the reports page for Shadow Cliffs.


Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Sat Nov 29, 2008 6:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: fishing dog
Replies: 39
Views: 9711

Dan.....

If you're looking for a Brittany, perhaps I can help. Four years ago, I had to put my first Brittany down for medical reasons. She was an older dog when I got her, but she adapted beautifully to a new home. When I lost her, it was like losing a family member. Eventually, someone on this site suggest...
by Larry Douglas
Sat Oct 11, 2008 6:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Antique book ?
Replies: 8
Views: 1285

Re: Barry....

I sent the info to Mary's email addy. Couldn't find one for you.

Larry
by Larry Douglas
Fri Oct 10, 2008 5:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Antique book ?
Replies: 8
Views: 1285

Barry....

Do you have any knowledge of the value for old reels? I have a couple that I'm curious about.


Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Thu Jun 12, 2008 5:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Save something... save our sport...
Replies: 7
Views: 1599

Done!*NM*

*NM*
by Larry Douglas
Wed May 28, 2008 4:45 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Do non smokers catch more bass?
Replies: 36
Views: 5182

Re: Do non smokers catch more bass?

Greg; The 9th of next month will be my 2d year anniversary of quitting smoking. Not sure if I catch more fish since quitting, but I no longer have to make sure I'm carrying that extra pack so I don't run out during the day. Congratulations on your decision to quit. It may well be a life saving decis...
by Larry Douglas
Thu May 15, 2008 5:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Help with windshield
Replies: 6
Views: 1411

Re: Help with windshield

Like A.G., I replaced the windshield on my Skeeter at Custom Mold and Tint in Monticello Arkansas.

Had to send the broken shield to them for a custom fit. When the new windshield arrived, it fit perfectly.

Good job at a reasonable price.

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Sun Apr 20, 2008 5:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need help adjusting
Replies: 1
Views: 632

Re: Need help adjusting

Welcome to the Delta, Nate.....and the other great fishing opportunities afforded you here. Although prices are outrageous here, you would be hard pressed to find a better place to live, and fish. I don't think you will have any problems hooking up with a fishing partner. Lots of guys here offer the...
by Larry Douglas
Sun Mar 16, 2008 5:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: smoking nfr
Replies: 17
Views: 2194

Re: smoking nfr

Still not smoking here! Never again! June 6th will be 2 years.

Congrats to all of you.


Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Fri Jan 18, 2008 6:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Why do you fish?
Replies: 38
Views: 4890

nipples...

Beautifully said






Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Wed Jan 09, 2008 6:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Gol'Dangit!!!
Replies: 56
Views: 9386

Re: Gol'Dangit!!!

My son got the same ticket 2 weeks ago while fishing the Delta. His license was in the glove box of the boat...not displayed. He had to take a day off work and drive to Pittsburg (from Manteca), to appear in court. The fine was $90. He explained to the judge that he had the license on board. The jud...
by Larry Douglas
Mon Jan 07, 2008 6:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Back from Arkansas
Replies: 6
Views: 1309

Re: Back from Arkansas

Congratulations Don! The worst of it is behind you. Keep it up! Yesterday was 17 months without smoking for me. As an incentive for me, I put the money away every morning that I would have spent on cigarettes for that day. At 2 packs a day for 17 months, I now have $5100 stashed away. One more year ...
by Larry Douglas
Mon Dec 17, 2007 5:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Indoor Boat Storage
Replies: 12
Views: 2328

Re: Indoor Boat Storage

Clark;

Call the people at Paradise Point. They have enclosed storage as noted earlier.

I "think" I remember seeing a storage fee of something like $70 per month, with free launching.

Good luck.

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Fri Nov 30, 2007 7:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Know how to convert an electric stovetop to natural gas?
Replies: 10
Views: 1592

Vince E.....

I noted that your reply was directed to "crawdaddy", but let me respond. A few threads ago there were several postings about how tough it was to maintain your fishing at the same level as before. This was due primarily to high fuel costs. I thought an offer of a 1/2 day job paying $350 mig...
by Larry Douglas
Fri Nov 30, 2007 7:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Know how to convert an electric stovetop to natural gas?
Replies: 10
Views: 1592

slippy.....

The $350 I mentioned is for installation ONLY. The stovetop and hood are additional expenses of approx. $525.

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Thu Nov 29, 2007 1:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Know how to convert an electric stovetop to natural gas?
Replies: 10
Views: 1592

crawdaddy....

I worked in the construction business for over 40 years as a welder and heavy duty repairman, but have a difficult time changing a light bulb at home! After once trying to fix a running toilet by changing the float....I eventually had to spend well over $500 to have a plumber replace the entire damn...
by Larry Douglas
Thu Nov 29, 2007 7:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Know how to convert an electric stovetop to natural gas?
Replies: 10
Views: 1592

Know how to convert an electric stovetop to natural gas?

I know this isn't fishing related but thought someone might want to pick up a couple extra $s. A Sears sub contractor quoted me a price of $700 for what I believe might be a 4 hour job. I told him to pound sand. I'm willing to pay $350 or so for the job. If you're qualified and want to discuss this,...
by Larry Douglas
Thu Nov 22, 2007 6:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Pro Shop in Manteca.
Replies: 9
Views: 2973

Re: Bass Pro Shop in Manteca.

It's located on Hwy 120 between Union Rd and Main St


Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Mon Nov 19, 2007 6:16 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Pro Shop in Manteca.
Replies: 9
Views: 2973

Re: Bass Pro Shop in Manteca.

There's over 12 pieces of heavy equipment working the area right now, including dozers, scrapers and blades. Survey stakes are planted. It's happening.

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Thu Oct 18, 2007 4:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Finally...Manteca BPS......
Replies: 13
Views: 2598

YZKEN......

The site is on the corner of Union Road and Hwy 120
by Larry Douglas
Wed Oct 17, 2007 5:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Finally...Manteca BPS......
Replies: 13
Views: 2598

Finally...Manteca BPS......

has broken ground. Scrapers were clearing debris from the site on Monday. As far as I know, they still have a completion date of Fall of 08.



Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Fri Aug 03, 2007 6:04 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Manteca BPS
Replies: 0
Views: 515

Manteca BPS

Yesterday's Manteca Bulletin, had a front page article about the pending construction to begin in October, of Bass Pro Shop and associated retailers.
Looks like I will actually have a BPS within walking distance of my home.
Could be trouble!

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Wed Jun 13, 2007 5:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Pro Shops
Replies: 8
Views: 2194

Re: Bass Pro Shops

I live about a mile from the proposed BPS site in Manteca. Last I heard was that it would open in the Fall of '08. Ground has not been broken yet.

Larry Douglas
by Larry Douglas
Fri Jun 08, 2007 5:30 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I did it! One year without smoking!!
Replies: 18
Views: 2355

Naci....

The biggest differences I've noticed is........minimal. Of course I don't carry that smell around anymore, but the idea of my taste buds becoming super sensitive simply didn't happen. Of course, food has always tasted pretty darned good to me. I did gain 15 lbs or so, but that wasn't a problem as I'...
by Larry Douglas
Thu Jun 07, 2007 5:11 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I did it! One year without smoking!!
Replies: 18
Views: 2355

I did it! One year without smoking!!

Yesterday (the 6th) was my 1 year anniversary. I know that there are several others on here that are ahead of me a few weeks. Just wanted to wish you all the best and hope everyone is sticking to their resolve. I have never done anything as self gratifying as kicking that filthy, expensive and harmf...
by Larry Douglas
Mon May 14, 2007 4:57 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Don Castro?
Replies: 3
Views: 1664

Re: Don Castro?

My information is so outdated it's probably useless...but here it is. I started bass fishing at Don Castro in the middle sixties. I caught my first bass there. At the time I had a 10 ft jon boat and paddles. The boat had to be registered with the East Bay Park District. They issued a small sticker t...