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Ash - my pitching technique is fine. It’s my arm hurting when I set the hook. I’m just looking for a rod that will absorb some of the initial energy when I set the hook. Gotcha - Check out the Phoenix line of rods, they are lighter and the but comes down the forearm. The Recon is a good price point...

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I run two punching rods, an 805 for 1.5 oz - 2oz and a 705 flip stick for heavy flippin - that 805 is a bit stiff but its meant to have power to pull them out of the mats - it all depends on your style of fishing and pitchin. With proper pitchin technic you dont really need a soft rod that helps you...

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Fizzing fish is not that difficult. for spots through the crushers is easier or if the air bladder is in the mouth for largies and smallies the lateral line is pretty good. Anglers concerned about losing points vs learning how to properly care for the fish are being selfish. The Fish and Wildlife ca...

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I've never used superglue on my knots or connection points. I would think the glue would chemically melt or degrade the fluro carbon. Learning how to tie proper knots and connections is my advice.

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Hey, I have to replace my 24 volt trolling motor and found a 36V one that I can afford. Someone has told me that i can use my starting battery and wire it along with the two 24 volt trolling motor to make 36V's. Anyone have any experience with this? Better off getting a 36v lithium battery for the ...

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For me the Spoon has been key to Fall fishing on Pedro or shaking a brass n glass (yes i still do that) 30' in the trees for suspended fish. Sounds like you had a good trip.

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Good gawd. so many karens on this post. If the site requires you to log in to view certain content, then simply log in. If you dont like it, then go to eatabagofpuffballs.com and view their content for free. sometimes i wonder if sTony logs into the site, chuckles, high fives himself and then logs ...

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When i was fishing tournaments at and trying to figure out the jig bite i would run an arkie jig and a puffball side by side. the puffball on a 7' MH rod with a nice parabolic action. Sometimes the puffball would get bit 3:1 over an arkie or football head. my favorite trailers were the robo-zipper g...

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Sadly it wasn’t just the Shad. Lots of all species died. Even a 7’ Sturgeon washed up. Heard stories for years when I was in the sore of Sturgeon sightings 8-10 years ago att.bgI-iewS_Iv_J_YWmSBf5XPz2tc68JClKdJc35VC5Yw.jpeg Im still on the fence as to how real this photo is. It did look Ai generate...

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Thank You guys. I thought I was slow, buy now I'll be S L O W. Should I change out the split rings (althouh I didn't have the hooks tangle)? Also thinking of changing the hooks, what do you guys recommend? Thanks Again TL FE If i use a split ring it is an owner hyperwire oval ring. i agree with JL ...

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My experience is limited, but you may be OVERWORKING the bait. Try slowing WAY DOWN on your retrieve. It helped me with a similar glidebait problem. Absolutely correct, if the bait is rolling you need to slow way way down. I would also check the split ring and line tie. with glide baits i like a Sa...

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Wait until you find out about CA's state of the bridges, how many bridge inspectors there are for the state and the status of the bridges.... Also too, if the state lets the dams go it becomes "emergency" repairs and the federal funding and bond raising get's easier as well as the work aro...

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oh he's such a great guy. I mean they are letting PGE remove a damn at Pillsbury that provides water to Potter's Valley in Mendicino but are quick to tax the rate payers to add a new reservoir that will largely benefit his huge benefactors, commercial AG.

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"Flossing" - I struggle with the bait setup, how big of a treble hook do you use? They seem to be a bit shy of the 4/0 2oz sinker setup...

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Too many good times to remember, some were even fishing related. I think just hearing his voice outside of lil mandiville hoopin and hollerin will always stick with me, as well as dude you missed your fish as he boat flips a 5lber i just casted near. All good times, for me Cooch holds a special plac...

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It truly saddens me to see that they are going to drain Lake Pillsbury hopefully the Lake County and others can fight to keep the damn in tact until an Agency takes over the water project vs destroying the beauty and needed water for the community. We have had lots of great memories on Lake Pillsbur...

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Looking forward to it

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To big a hassle to get into #4 for 99% of the fisherman....even with a kayak. :lol: Locals are all I see...Very few have a boat for each lakes B.S. to fish out of and they are the 1% Tom. Yes Casitas is a great semi-private lake to fish. They have made it damn near impossible for an outsider to put...

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I always balance beam my cull fish especially the sub 2lber's i dont trust the electronic scale when I have won by the .010oz on the beam

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Westernbass Tackleunderground Tackletour Ulimatebass Bassresource Are the five websites that don't keep up with the times. Because they don't take pride in there sites or do they care. Web masters are a dime a dozen problem can be fixed with very little cost. Old forums mostly they won't take threa...

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Kelly Ripa wrote: ↑Wed May 28, 2025 12:15 pm Big Hammer's are better than stock.

Agreed! we are just old farts who dont know much about a ting

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I have used a Big Hammer swimbait as a replacement tail. The fish didnt seem to care too much.

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I want to thank all who responded to my request. Contacted Andy via Facebook Book and via texting had a very informative exchange, assuring my order was received and was back order. He completely resolved my concerns on the order. Want to thank all for the help. Glad to hear that your concerns are ...

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So has anyone found a brand they feel compares to the original senko in terms of salt content/rof and action? I tried a handful over the years but always felt Yamamoto was better. No, not really. They will all catch fish but have different properties. That salt impregnation that Gene Larew came up ...

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Andy Dounda owner of Delta Precision LLC is a standup guy. I would verify you have the correct number and perhaps message him on Facebook too.

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Shasta in June i am going to have a spook tied on with braid to mono leader casting on points over 100' of water trying to get the big spots to come up. Next up I will have a jerkbait or two tied on, then a drop shot and jig as backup. The best thing to do is to stop by Phil's Prop Shop - they are u...

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Wow, now there's a name i havent seen in a while. I hope Tim and his family are doing well.

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Less Salt for sure which affects the ROF, how color takes, how long fish hold on etc... I have a small stores worth of GYCB bags, and Yamamoto bags. The new GSM do feel and look different, but as we know everything changes even the trees

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Nice job buddy. I recognized most those spots great recap and good luck on your tournament.

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Why are none of the Agency's talking about what measures they are taking to protect the water project once this "infested" water is pumped into the CA aqueduct and is ushered down south? They are quick to jump on recreational boaters from spreading an "invasive species" in reserv...

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Congratulations to the Hamphill's especially Monica for slaying em and getting back to back personal bests this season. They are amazing people and i am happy for their victory!

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Mike wrote: ↑Tue Apr 08, 2025 7:57 am Innocent people don't quit

BOOM -

he probably promo's NextGen Batteries too

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I know it doesnt ease the pain but you can file a homeowners insurance claim against the stolen goods. I had my truck broken into years ago with all my tackle etc.. and they covered most of it.

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When my tilt\ trim assembly went out on my Evinrude i ordered a used one from "JohnnyRude" on Ebay - he bench tests all parts and had a 60 day return policy. Worked great and wasnt hard to replace, i just needed some paint to paint it as it was white and mine was rude blue.

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I always try to run new water on a low tide with good visibility. I have only been past rivers end a handful of times like said above - low n slow or draft safely behind someone who knows the river. The same is true when running around liberty and up north - ya gotta know your skinny water hazards a...

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Another closure and mandate for decontamination https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=31843

I really wish the various lakes and agency's would allow a tagged "clean vessel" to launch at any lake that requires tagging. instead of being lake specific.

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I was in Lakeport tackle the day before the chamber of commerce event . Worker in there was telling other guys about a found caged 9-10 pounder and that DFG was “working it.” Has anyone else heard this .? I would imagine that if this is the case most tournament directors have been alerted and that ...

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Happy Birthday to Mark Casey with the WIN - what a Birthday Gift!

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In other words.......It ain't us doing this.....go bitch to BLM......or the little pansy in charge over there. Hopefully Trump will put you out of a job since there's no lake to look after anymore. The Concessionaire literally has ZERO control of the BOR, a Federal Agency. if anything they are push...

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jiggin4bass wrote: ↑Thu Mar 27, 2025 1:43 pm The doctors and nurses said im doing very well.

Excellent news! Im glad you are doing well so i can go back to bustin your

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lots of guys are scoping and not bringing down 37# bags. You still have to understand fish behavior to trigger the strike and distance in casting. I agree its a different game, and not one that i am fond of but as they say fish your strengths, if its still dragging a split shot using your flasher as...

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monte300 wrote: ↑Thu Mar 27, 2025 10:54 am Make sure you don’t pick a pro that will be looking down at his FFS all day keeping you off fish!

If you do cast an underspin, jerkbait or weighted senko - he'll tell you hes scopin fish and you know there are schools near by

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1st and 3rd place teams were - wait for it ….scoping. BUT, 2nd place team got it done on the LV. So what you are saying is that if you use all of the tools allowed you can Win. The LV is a great bite, so is throwing swimbaits and flippin the cover - lots of ways to catch the bigguns out on Clear La...

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The results were posted: https://www.westernbass.com/forum/win-clear-lake-bbt-results-march-t149710.html And the winner's and top finisher's fishing reports were posted: https://www.westernbass.com/forum/post696519.html#p696519 Sweet - still the lack of chatter and interest is odd. I would think th...

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i just hope the DR's at Stanford haven't seen your political rants

In all seriousness. I will be thinking of you Jigs and wish you an uneventful surgery and speedy recovery.

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I cant believe there is no chatter or mention of the BBT March 22nd Clear Lake tournament. It took over 30lbs to make the top 5 :shock: There were TWO 10 lbrs caught but the winner Alec Pitts and Christian Burns had a BF of 10.65 for a total of 37.11 lbs !!! https://www.bestbasstournaments.com/Event...

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Anglers press pro teams... took 22 to win weights were on the low side But the pay back was great with 36 boats paid $4000 to the winner. Checked the math-less than 80% pay back which is hardly great for all the sponsors they have- In all fairness and by no means am defending the payout structure. ...

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BASNFAN wrote: ↑Tue Mar 18, 2025 6:47 pm Are there any restrictions, regarding Golden Mussels at Lakes like Oroville, Bullards Bar and Shasta?

Miraculously the waters that are under federal projects don't seem to have draconian restrictions just state and municipal water districts....

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Boats, insurance, labor, and fuel costs have all gone up. Gone are the days of $250.00 all day guide trip. I imagine that is probably just their fuel, boat and insurance cost alone. Then consider tackle, time and knowledge to put their client on fish it gets expensive quick. You can always try to f...

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Wow, is it just me or does that fish's eyes and body style suggest that there is still more to grow? I am going to guess it has found a trout / Kok buffett all day line. Very cool catch

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