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by Glenn
Mon Mar 27, 2017 4:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: heavier wire/duty Drop shot hook
Replies: 8
Views: 2086

Re: heavier wire/duty Drop shot hook

Owner rig-n-hooks are stout. The sizing seems a little different than other ewg type hooks, so don't go by the size number.
by Glenn
Sat Mar 25, 2017 4:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Whats your thoughts...
Replies: 3
Views: 1283

Re: Whats your thoughts...

I think the Delta water temperatures will drop a few degrees and the bite will be tougher for a few days.
by Glenn
Fri Feb 17, 2017 12:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Oroville betrayal
Replies: 21
Views: 5432

Re: Oroville betrayal

https://www.google.com/amp/www.mercuryn ... tmobile-us

The emergency spillway should have been cemented years ago.
by Glenn
Wed Feb 15, 2017 3:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: When to buy new batteries for trolling motor
Replies: 5
Views: 1595

Re: When to buy new batteries for trolling motor

It depends on the battery and the life they've led. My first set of batteries drained down to zero frequently and lasted 2.5 years. I bought my second set in the Spring of 2010 and they are still as strong as ever! For the second set, I bought Diehard Marine Platinum AGM batteries in group 27 size. ...
by Glenn
Sat Feb 07, 2015 9:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Batteries
Replies: 24
Views: 6145

Re: Batteries

I have a 20 foot North River Seahawk with an Minnkota 80 trolling motor. I fish the Delta for bass. My boat catches a lot of wind and I have the tides to deal with, so I need powerful batteries. My first set of batteries were group 27 Cabelas Advanced Angler AGM deep cycles. When I first got them, t...
by Glenn
Sun Feb 24, 2013 7:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing and Obamacare – Hidden Tax!!!
Replies: 20
Views: 6374

Re: Fishing and Obamacare – Hidden Tax!!!

This is a list of excise taxes administered by the IRS. The excise tax on sport fishing gear was authorized by the Sport Fish Restoration Act of 1950, also known as the Dingell-Johnson Act. It imposes an excise tax on fishing gear that is used to fund sport fish management and restoration grants to ...
by Glenn
Sat Feb 18, 2012 7:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: They are bound and determined to destroy the Delta
Replies: 5
Views: 1726

Re: They are bound and determined to destroy the Delta

Tom McClintock is my representative in Placer County. He represented southern California districts for many years. A few years ago he moved to a historically conservative district in Northern California.

If this is true, it seems he doesn't represent his new constituents well.
by Glenn
Sat Aug 28, 2010 6:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Great shot/video of a frog fish on Bobby's Perfect Frog!
Replies: 15
Views: 3076

Re: Great shot/video of a frog fish on Bobby's Perfect Frog!

I saw Bobby filming with a tripod on the back deck about 10 days ago. I was curious, but I stayed way back.

I like the video. :D
by Glenn
Thu Aug 19, 2010 7:29 pm
Forum: Political
Topic: Supersize me
Replies: 1
Views: 529

Re: Supersize me

I've seen it Greg. Anyone who eats fast food should see it.

One of the biggest reasons health care is so expensive is because of our terrible eating habits.
by Glenn
Sun Jul 04, 2010 8:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Flouro Recommendations
Replies: 58
Views: 8749

Re: Flouro Recommendations

Trilene 100% fluoro is very strong. I have been very happy with it. It is a quality product that is made in USA. Most fluoro is made over seas.
by Glenn
Wed Jun 02, 2010 4:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: At the next School of Bass--Thurs June 3
Replies: 3
Views: 868

Re: At the next School of Bass--Thurs June 3

I was fortunate enough to draw Tony at an FLW event in 2008. I netted a ton of fish that day. Well........ only 21 pounds!
by Glenn
Fri Apr 30, 2010 4:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: where can I find shasta lake fish records?
Replies: 20
Views: 9833

Re: where can I find shasta lake fish records?

You can see record largemouth and I believe the spot too at this Shell Station:

Shell (mini-mart, convenience store, gasoline)
14385 Wonderland Blvd.
Redding, California 96003 (actually in the town of Mountain Gate)
(530) 275-9725
by Glenn
Wed Mar 31, 2010 6:44 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody fish the Delta during the high winds yesterday?
Replies: 0
Views: 478

Anybody fish the Delta during the high winds yesterday?

I bet the bite was on. Anybody?
by Glenn
Thu Mar 25, 2010 6:48 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cabela's Advanced Angler AGM Batteries
Replies: 4
Views: 2862

Re: Cabela's Advanced Angler AGM Batteries

I have a set of the Advanced Angler group 27s on my boat. When I first got them, I thought they were amazing. They lasted a really long time. I have an onboard charger and charge right when I return from each trip. Over time, the run time dropped and after about 20 months, my batteries would be dead...
by Glenn
Wed Mar 24, 2010 7:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: RJ Bennett at the Next School of Bass 4/1
Replies: 4
Views: 1178

RJ Bennett at the Next School of Bass 4/1

Don't miss RJ Bennett at the next School of Bass. Class will be held in the evening from 6:30 to 8:30 on April 1. At every class we have a first class tackle raffle. At the last class, prizes included AC minnows, Jackall soft plastics, a certificate for 50% off any Dobyn's Rod and much, much more. A...
by Glenn
Sat Mar 20, 2010 7:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Science panel says Delta pumping restrictions are justified
Replies: 6
Views: 1066

Re: Science panel says Delta pumping restrictions are justif

Robert F wrote:
BassManDan wrote: Unfortunately that has been the fact for a long time.
Unfortunately "science' can be twisted to any conclusion the checkbook feels appropriate. Tear down the houses and the levees if you want it back.
Actually, science came back with an answer that was not what the Senator wanted to hear.
by Glenn
Sat Mar 20, 2010 5:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Science panel says Delta pumping restrictions are justified
Replies: 6
Views: 1066

Science panel says Delta pumping restrictions are justified

I'm not sure if it is OK to post the text of the article, so here is the link: http://www.sacbee.com/2010/03/20/2620825/science-panel-says-delta-pumping.html Funny, actually not funny - politicians were looking for short term fixes. Doesn't anyone think about the long term anymore? The real issue he...
by Glenn
Sun Mar 14, 2010 6:02 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 1 Fish 13 Oz.
Replies: 4
Views: 1545

Re: 1 Fish 13 Oz.

He was very funny when he went on stage. He handled a tough situation with class. He reached in the bag to pull out a kicker and surprised the crowd with a tiny bass that he must have had to measure to make sure it kept. He joked around and explained that he caught every fish in the area and this wa...
by Glenn
Tue Mar 09, 2010 4:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BASS Elite Delta Tournament predictions
Replies: 21
Views: 3505

Re: BASS Elite Delta Tournament predictions

81 lbs. to win.
by Glenn
Sun Mar 07, 2010 6:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Line for Senkos?
Replies: 16
Views: 4609

Re: Line for Senkos?

What Jason said.
by Glenn
Thu Mar 04, 2010 3:42 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Biggest POS on WB
Replies: 53
Views: 15118

Re: Biggest POS on WB

I don't believe most are angry that Hippie doesn't believe in God. More so that in a post asking for good thoughts/prayers for a friend in bad health he chooses to cause controversy. Not the right time. I do not really believe in organized religion, but I believe in the right to express what every ...
by Glenn
Wed Mar 03, 2010 8:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Warden/K9 Teams to Patrol Bassmaster Tournament
Replies: 24
Views: 3249

Warden/K9 Teams to Patrol Bassmaster Tournament

Department of Fish and Game News Release March 3, 2010 Contact: Warden Patrick Foy (916) 508-7095 Warden/K9 Teams to Patrol Bassmaster Tournament California Department of Fish and Game (DFG) warden/K-9 teams will help inspect incoming boats for Quagga/Zebra mussels for an upcoming bass tournament in...
by Glenn
Sun Feb 28, 2010 7:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Nice Images..
Replies: 9
Views: 2121

Re: Nice Images..

I want to fish that school bus!
by Glenn
Sun Feb 28, 2010 8:22 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Dobyns DX 744C
Replies: 4
Views: 1123

Re: Dobyns DX 744C

A little bit faster tip and a little more backbone on the Dobyns. Both great rods! I like the Dobyns a little better myself however its all preferance. Jim I have both of those rods. Both are great rods. However, I would say the Dobyns 744DX has less backbone than the Loomis 844GLX. The Dobyns defi...
by Glenn
Tue Feb 16, 2010 7:23 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mike Tuck at the Next School of Bass (March 4)
Replies: 8
Views: 1189

Mike Tuck at the Next School of Bass (March 4)

The School of Bass is pleased to announce that Mike Tuck will be the guest speaker on Thursday, March 4.

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by Glenn
Thu Feb 11, 2010 11:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: anyone fishing buzzbaits in Febuary
Replies: 5
Views: 1655

Re: anyone fishing buzzbaits in Febuary

Yes. Try them after a warm night.

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by Glenn
Sat Feb 06, 2010 12:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking to buy a generator. NEED Help!
Replies: 16
Views: 2293

Re: Looking to buy a generator. NEED Help!

Whatever you do, do not buy one of those cheap no-name generators. I had one a few years ago. It was a POS. After a little use, it didn't run properly. It vibrated like crazy. I was constantly replacing nuts and bolts that rattled loose. It was loud. It leaked. I had to place a piece of plywood unde...
by Glenn
Fri Feb 05, 2010 7:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lunker Larry-Thanks
Replies: 2
Views: 766

Re: Lunker Larry-Thanks

Thank you Larry!

I learned a lot.
by Glenn
Fri Feb 05, 2010 7:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: pumps will be runnin
Replies: 14
Views: 2218

Re: pumps will be runnin

How much water is enough?

They pump so much water south that mother nature is throwing in the towel.
by Glenn
Sat Dec 26, 2009 6:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Walmart marine batteries
Replies: 31
Views: 5708

Re: Walmart marine batteries

I don't blame Walmart a bit. I've heard so many guys on the forums brag about taking Walmart batteries back every 6 months to a year if they work or not. Its stealing, plain and simple if you knowingly violate the agreement because you know some dumb employee doesn't know the difference. If you fud...
by Glenn
Wed Dec 23, 2009 8:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Leader line, uni to uni knot with braid?
Replies: 15
Views: 3624

Re: Leader line, uni to uni knot with braid?

Are you breaking off because you are snagged in the rocks, or when you set the hook? I generally use 50lb. braid to 20lb. Trilene 100% fluorocarbon (or Seaguar Invisx) via uni-to-uni. Don't forget to wet the line before pulling the knot tight. When I tie the uni-to uni, I always inspect it closely a...
by Glenn
Fri Dec 18, 2009 7:16 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CALIFORNIA FISH AND GAME COMMISSION AIDS ANGLERS
Replies: 15
Views: 2780

Re: CALIFORNIA FISH AND GAME COMMISSION AIDS ANGLERS

One more point guys and gals. A Lt. Y. Adams returned my email with the info that the license still will have to be worn outside and above the waist. She said no change in the regulation. Other release's said it has been. There is a movement, in Kalifornia, to email, phone or write letters to the F...
by Glenn
Sun Dec 06, 2009 9:00 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I THINK I WAS SCREWED
Replies: 9
Views: 3339

Re: I THINK I WAS SCREWED

Like others have said go through your credit card company.

Tell them what you have stated here and that you want to initiate a chargeback. In order to stop the chargeback, he will have to provide proof that he performed the service agreed upon and you received the goods.
by Glenn
Tue Dec 01, 2009 4:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: dropshot on the delta
Replies: 17
Views: 3898

Re: dropshot on the delta

G Loomis DSR 822, Daiwa Steez 2500, Power Pro 10# braid mainline, Seagaur 6# flourocarbon, Owner Mosquito #1 hook, 4 1/2" Roboworm curly tail... That is my favorite dropshot setup here, so far... 11.07 and 10.97 big fish so far, both on that setup. Roger Dang Tunaman! That just don't seem equi...
by Glenn
Sun Nov 08, 2009 11:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Matt Allen at the next School of Bass
Replies: 12
Views: 2617

Re: Matt Allen at the next School of Bass

JamesH wrote:Wow..... That was the best fishing seminar I've been to. Matt, thank you for being so open to the questions that were presented to you last night, it was great to get your insight into many different techniques and topics!

James Huffmon
+1

Thank you Matt!
by Glenn
Fri Oct 09, 2009 7:48 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: made in mexico??
Replies: 39
Views: 6487

Re: made in mexico??

You mean to tell me that GYCB doesn't make enough from a bag of senkos that retails for $6.99?
by Glenn
Fri Aug 21, 2009 7:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: TroKar Hooks??
Replies: 10
Views: 2222

Re: TroKar Hooks??

I believe only the 4/0 flipping hooks were recalled.
by Glenn
Thu Aug 13, 2009 6:48 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: senko or berkley heavyweight sinkworm? preference
Replies: 8
Views: 1763

Re: senko or berkley heavyweight sinkworm? preference

I've used the Berkley Heavyweight sink worm with success. When the bite is on, it works well. If they are tough to catch, I'd stick with the senko.

Also, senkos are made in USA and the sinkworm is made China.
by Glenn
Thu Aug 13, 2009 3:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I swear its true...
Replies: 32
Views: 5762

Re: ON SALE NOW!!!

I was talking with Pam at H and H last year and she said that she hoped I caught the one that she saw eat a duck. And she said, "It wasn't a baby duck either."

She said there was nothing left but a few feathers.
by Glenn
Sun Aug 09, 2009 7:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ok maybe Im getting old. BUT
Replies: 167
Views: 23769

Re: Ok maybe Im getting old. BUT

I think the names are inappropriate, but I have a different question. The frogs apparently have a sealed air chamber, so they will not fill up with water. It this is the case, it sounds like the chamber would not compress on the hookset, so the frog could have a reduced hookup ratio. Also, could the...
by Glenn
Wed Aug 05, 2009 8:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ok maybe Im getting old. BUT
Replies: 167
Views: 23769

Re: Ok maybe Im getting old. BUT

NM
by Glenn
Wed Aug 05, 2009 7:50 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ok maybe Im getting old. BUT
Replies: 167
Views: 23769

Re: Ok maybe Im getting old. BUT

It enables, validates the expressions and burns it that much deeper into their routine lives. Hope they are proud of themselves. Like the kids don't have enough of a mine field to navigate in life as it is. Very well said. I'm disappointed in Ish and Snagproof. I'd like to see them change the names.
by Glenn
Sat Aug 01, 2009 7:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Flourocarbon: need recommendations
Replies: 22
Views: 3741

Re: Flourocarbon: need recommendations

I use fluoro a lot. I've tried many different brands. Cabelas No-Vis is garbage. P-line and Invis-X are good, but I had issues with each of these breaking at a kink after a backlash. Trilene 100% fluoro is the best all around. It is very strong, doesn't break with the smallest kink, very sensitive, ...
by Glenn
Thu Jul 30, 2009 3:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Learn to Fish The Delta
Replies: 1
Views: 1078

Re: Learn to Fish The Delta

Thank you for putting on this seminar. Matt gave an excellent presentation and really provided some fantastic information.

I've been to quite a few seminars and this was at the top. I was truly impressed. If you ever have the chance to hear Matt speak, do it. You will be glad you did.