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by Takedown
Wed Nov 21, 2012 4:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Underspins for Bass Video
Replies: 3
Views: 1357

Re: New Underspins for Bass Video

Great Video, nice job showing exactly how to run your under spin on bottom. Those were some giant Smallmouth .
Thank You, for the great videos
by Takedown
Mon Nov 19, 2012 1:26 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Bailey & Bailey win TOC
Replies: 5
Views: 1900

Re: Bailey & Bailey win TOC

Great Win!
Proud to be a part of such a winning team.
Congratulations to you both. a super nice payday.
by Takedown
Mon Sep 24, 2012 9:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Peacock Bass fishermen
Replies: 0
Views: 397

Peacock Bass fishermen

"Hey if any of you are going peacock bass fishing and want to try a beefed up swim jig...shoot me a PM. These jigs also work for Pike & Muskie."
by Takedown
Mon Sep 24, 2012 9:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Peacock Bass fishermen
Replies: 0
Views: 387

Peacock Bass fishermen

"Hey if any of you are going peacock bass fishing and want to try a beefed up swim jig...shoot me a PM. These jigs also work for Pike & Muskie."
by Takedown
Thu Sep 06, 2012 8:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Hi new member here
Replies: 3
Views: 658

Re: Hi new member here

Welcome new member, Cali
Sit Back, enjoy the ride.
by Takedown
Wed Aug 29, 2012 5:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How to avoid snags on Delta?
Replies: 20
Views: 3719

Re: How to avoid snags on Delta?

Buy yourself a few colors of the top selling frogs. You won`t have any trouble catching fish.
by Takedown
Tue Aug 14, 2012 6:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DAVE RUSH!!!!!!!
Replies: 10
Views: 2281

Re: DAVE RUSH!!!!!!!

This is absolutely GREAT NEWS!
We are so happy for Dave and his extended family.
Tight Lines to you buddy.
by Takedown
Fri Aug 10, 2012 12:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Punching tips !!!!!!!!
Replies: 14
Views: 2775

Re: Punching tips !!!!!!!!

We are also Flippin-Pitchin and Punching fanatics. Our good friend Mickey, lives in Florida. Fishing lot of lakes that have lots of mat fishing. Mickey always has a camera going when he is on the water. He has over 1550 video count on his U Tube home page. Mickey has many of the lakes, baits and tec...
by Takedown
Mon Aug 06, 2012 3:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BassFest 2012 POTLUCK THREAD
Replies: 6
Views: 1065

Re: BassFest 2012 POTLUCK THREAD

Nice Thread;

D&M Custom Baits is bringing like this HUGE! Macaroni Salad.
My wife Diane, is the best at making a killer Macaroni Salad.
by Takedown
Sun Aug 05, 2012 4:50 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Punching Help
Replies: 13
Views: 2991

Re: Punching Help

Great video from Bobby. I see a lot of fishermen trying to figure out what plastic to use, or what hook to use. With all the new Punch Hooks available now, there is a wave of heavy duty jigs that will really help out those fishermen that struggle to figure out this punching technique. Find the easie...
by Takedown
Thu Jul 19, 2012 7:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How Bass Fest Works
Replies: 22
Views: 6682

Re: How Bass Fest Works

ppickerell wrote:Working on a special trophy for this event!
All Right, ppickerell
Don`t just give us a hint that something is in the works.
let`s have a few details about this Trophy.
But it is a great idea.
Thanks, Buddy
by Takedown
Sun Jul 01, 2012 7:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BassFest 2012 FOOD UPDATE
Replies: 4
Views: 954

Re: BassFest 2012 FOOD UPDATE

Bump
by Takedown
Thu Jun 28, 2012 5:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BassFest 2012 FOOD UPDATE
Replies: 4
Views: 954

Re: BassFest 2012 FOOD UPDATE

I just received word, Black Dog Baits would be furnishing Hot Dogs & Hamburgers at the Bass Fest Tournament. This is a great time for those that want to bring something, much like a pot luck. If you would like to bring something? Please sign up here, this way no one will go away hungry. This is ...
by Takedown
Thu Jun 28, 2012 4:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BassFest 2012 FOOD UPDATE
Replies: 4
Views: 954

Re: BassFest 2012 FOOD UPDATE

This is just getting more better all the time. I will be bringing an empty stomach, along with a hardy appetite.
Bring on the Hot Dogs and hamburgers, I will bring a huge macaroni salad.

Thank You, Black Dog Baits. This was a great ideal!
by Takedown
Thu Jun 28, 2012 3:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A-Rig Lure Wrap
Replies: 13
Views: 3313

Re: A-Rig Lure Wrap

We use a rubber band to hold the wires together. If your looking for a more secure way to store them?
You can get plastic bags 2.5" wide X 12" long.
by Takedown
Mon Jun 25, 2012 6:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BASSFEST 2012 DELTA !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 9
Views: 3341

Re: BASSFEST 2012 DELTA !!!!!!!!!!!!!

D&M Custom Baits, is happy to help sponsor this event. Looks like a lot of fun for all. In appreciation for all the loyal D&M Friends. We will be donating 50 bags, in assortment of our custom plastic baits. Flippin Craws, Punch Craws, Mad Dogs and our Newest addition "Super Newt" N...
by Takedown
Sat Jun 16, 2012 8:52 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BASSFEST 2012 DELTA !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 9
Views: 3341

Re: BASSFEST 2012 DELTA !!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is going to be a great tournament format. This just might be one of the best tournaments for "The Anglers". Great Entry Fee. Big Prize money and super tackle packs. Add to that, all the tournament directors, product reps and all the dealers. I also see a new wave of videos on most of ...
by Takedown
Tue May 29, 2012 10:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Yuba City/Marysville Area Largemouth Fisheries??
Replies: 13
Views: 11964

Re: Yuba City/Marysville Area Largemouth Fisheries??

Years ago, like (50) I fished many of the "Dredger Ponds" around there.

I think they all might be private now.

Check with Gary Dobyns, he can tell you more about them being private.
by Takedown
Mon May 21, 2012 5:48 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: American Bass Delta Region
Replies: 1
Views: 526

Re: American Bass Delta Region

Good Luck, everyone!
Have a fun day and bring in some big sacs.
by Takedown
Mon May 21, 2012 9:27 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looks like Kramer was right!? Co-Angler botch.
Replies: 63
Views: 10675

Re: Looks like Kramer was right!? Co-Angler botch.

Put different locks with keys on each livewell. this has alway made me thinking of mix ups happening all the time. It just happens.
by Takedown
Fri May 18, 2012 8:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 5-18-2012 my modified buzzbait
Replies: 4
Views: 1149

Re: 5-18-2012 my modified buzzbait

DeltaBassBuster wrote:Will it interfere with the tale action of the swimbait?
Boil that swim bait for 3 minutes, let it cool for 24 hours and you will have one action plastic. Sure to give you some great slow rollin action.
by Takedown
Fri May 11, 2012 7:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Florida Everglades Guide??
Replies: 6
Views: 1152

Re: Florida Everglades Guide??

Hey guys, I'm headed down to Miami at the end of the month and wanted to take the opportunity to fish the Everglades while I'm down in the sunshine state. Any tips/advice/ideas on finding a guide??? I'll be staying at Miami beach with some friends; do I need to rent a car to meet up with the guide?...
by Takedown
Thu Apr 19, 2012 4:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Swim Baits
Replies: 6
Views: 2183

Re: Swim Baits

A few years back, we had several thousand swim baits made in China. We did not want to ship in a shipping container, so we had them shipped air freight. What we did not realize is they were boxed in bulk packs and the weight of all baits made for some really bent and flat tails. I guess you might ca...
by Takedown
Thu Apr 12, 2012 4:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: J & T tackle of Simi Valley closes.
Replies: 12
Views: 4157

Re: J & T tackle of Simi Valley closes.

This is the first I have heard of this.
I have been trying to get a hold of Ted for the last couple weeks.
Guess he just did not want to tell me he was closing the doors.

This economy is really tuff on the small family owned stores.
I wish him well, in his future ventures.
by Takedown
Thu Mar 29, 2012 10:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Don Lee has passed
Replies: 34
Views: 5543

Re: Don Lee has passed

Don;
RIP, you will be truly missed and loved by all who knew you.
by Takedown
Fri Mar 02, 2012 7:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: umbrella rig
Replies: 7
Views: 1763

Re: umbrella rig

I have not fished all the rigs, but i have researched them for the last few months. What i have found, is most are designed to flex closer together with a pulsing action. This can be done in a couple of ways, one is having longer wires that pass through the body of lure and flex as it is pulled thro...
by Takedown
Thu Feb 16, 2012 3:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Line size poll for A-rig
Replies: 4
Views: 824

Re: Line size poll for A-rig

this is the A-Rig poll 2 separate polls one for swim bait and one for A-rig. OK I have had some lost swimbaits and/or A-rig on the first cast while using braid and was told by another angler that maybe I should be using 25 lb mono instead, since it has some stretch. Or maybe it’s the rod and I shou...
by Takedown
Tue Feb 14, 2012 10:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A-Rig BAITS???
Replies: 3
Views: 945

Re: A-Rig BAITS???

We are using a small 4" swm bait, this is a fishtrap or big hammer looking bait. It has a very long slender body with boot foot tail. You can cut the bait shorter by 1 inch, if you want to change up the profile. I think smaller is better on Shasta and Oroville. 3" - 4" baits. Don`t fo...
by Takedown
Mon Feb 13, 2012 5:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: In memory of Jim Witowski. Pray for his family!
Replies: 13
Views: 2859

Re: In memory of Jim Witowski. Pyary for his family!

My condolences to the Witowski family!
May he rest in peace.
by Takedown
Fri Feb 10, 2012 12:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Is the A-Rig gonna stick around?
Replies: 6
Views: 1247

Re: Is the A-Rig gonna stick around?

The A-Rig use, is just now getting started. When it first showed itself, everyone thought it was just the older rig brought back to life. But after using it, making a few changes for the the style of fishing we have in California. This rig is going to change the way fishermen fish in cailf. One rig ...
by Takedown
Wed Feb 08, 2012 5:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Opportunity to Help a Young Angler Out:
Replies: 37
Views: 5074

Re: Opportunity to Help a Young Angler Out:

What a great cause, for a young angler in need. I have several nice tackle bags and lots of tackle. You are absolutely right, I have a great supply of tackle that I can give to this great young angler. It would be my pleasure to help Jared out. Just tell me where to send it, I can ship direct to his...
by Takedown
Tue Feb 07, 2012 4:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A-Rig Rods?
Replies: 4
Views: 903

Re: A-Rig Rods?

Alex, would just like to thank Gary Dobyns, for his recommendations on rod selection. This is first of many fish caught that day on the Dobyns Rod. Gary`s recommendation, was a Mike Long (Swim Bait Rod) You can throw the heavy rigs a country mile. http://i539.photobucket.com/albums/ff357/DaleMeddock...
by Takedown
Tue Jan 24, 2012 5:18 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Alabama rig "dummy bait" question????
Replies: 8
Views: 4551

Re: Alabama rig "dummy bait" question????

whats everyone opinion on which two legs to be the dummy ( no hooks) arms I guess the quick answer to your question, is put the heaviest weight on the very bottom of you rig. But with so many bait options, you can really get puzzled on how and what baits to use. If you use different baits on each w...
by Takedown
Mon Jan 16, 2012 11:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: My First Alabama (Calabama) Experience.
Replies: 15
Views: 3840

Re: My First Alabama (Calabama) Experience.

Thanks, I realize it's not totally clean, but it's only my second or third video using this new software, so it's kinda choppy in places. I actually caught more fish on the rod than I did on video, it was insane. Oh! And if any of you Bama makers feel like sponsoring somebody (me), I'll get it on f...
by Takedown
Wed Jan 11, 2012 3:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Coyote Bait and Tackle needs your HELP!!
Replies: 8
Views: 1810

Re: Coyote Bait and Tackle needs your HELP!!

Denise;
We will keep our eyes and ears on alert for any sales of these items.

So sorry to hear about this, we hate thieves.
by Takedown
Sat Jan 07, 2012 6:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need Plans To Convert 14' Alum To BASS RIG,Were?
Replies: 6
Views: 1156

Re: Need Plans To Convert 14' Alum To BASS RIG,Were?

Be sure and get yourself some good 3/4" plywood, use double coat of varnish to seal it up. Your can glue a small piece of plywood under where you will be mounting seat post. This will help with mounting seats.
by Takedown
Tue Jan 03, 2012 12:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sac ISE Tank Demo - You Pick The Topic for Zaldain
Replies: 3
Views: 812

Re: Sac ISE Tank Demo - You Pick The Topic for Zaldain

Chris;
Great Idea, how about a couple of different styles of the made for California, Cal Spreader Rigs/Umbrella/Alabama

Maybe using Grubs, Swim Baits and Creature Baits
by Takedown
Sat Dec 31, 2011 4:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: alabama rig
Replies: 6
Views: 1562

Re: alabama rig

This has been the hot topic in more fishing circles and bass forums. Well after hundreds of phone calls, we to had to give them a tryout.

Only this time we wanted to add small swimbaits to the back. all I can say is WOW!
I have never seen a more natural presentation.

I am also hooked!
by Takedown
Sat Dec 24, 2011 1:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: MERRY CHRISTMAS from Dobyns Rod gang!!
Replies: 6
Views: 1021

Re: MERRY CHRISTMAS from Dobyns Rod gang!!

Gary; Wishing you and your entire family a Merry Christmas and the best this coming New Year.
From everyone at D&M Custom Baits.
Mark, Dale and Family
by Takedown
Fri Dec 16, 2011 10:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Prayers needed for John Barron please....Update
Replies: 20
Views: 3158

Re: Prayers needed for John Barron please

Our best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Wish john and family all the best results during his stay in the hospital.

We will say a prayer for John.
by Takedown
Fri Dec 16, 2011 4:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Congratulations ASH - A New Angler Is Amongst Us!
Replies: 18
Views: 3607

Re: Congratulations ASH - A New Angler Is Amongst Us!

Awesome news Jon! Congrats and have a great Christmas!
by Takedown
Tue Nov 29, 2011 1:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Win a boat and Help a Great Charity at the Same Time
Replies: 5
Views: 1257

Re: Win a boat and Help a Great Charity at the Same Time

Tom;
D&M Custom Baits is very proud to help sponsor this King`s Home.
We always try to help these great humanitarian causes.

We just made our contribution.
by Takedown
Mon Nov 28, 2011 2:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: American Bass Delta Region
Replies: 4
Views: 917

Re: American Bass Delta Region

We would like to thank all the fishermen that have supported D&M Custom Baits. We hope that there is a great turn out for this series. D&M Custom Baits has decided to support and sponsor this ABA Delta Tournament Series. We will be giving out 3 tackle packs. You will be able to choose your o...
by Takedown
Sun Nov 27, 2011 2:36 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bringing back the "Ask Gary Dobyns" on WB
Replies: 7
Views: 1143

Re: Bringing back the "Ask Gary Dobyns" on WB

Gary, this is awesome idea. I always look forward reading your responses.
Now video!!, much better, really going to watch these.
Everyone appreciates the time you put into ansewering questions.
Thank You, friend
by Takedown
Sat Nov 26, 2011 7:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: RIP Paul "Stretch" Cunningham
Replies: 21
Views: 5369

Re: RIP Paul "Stretch" Cunningham

This is very sad news indeed, First I have heard of this.
What happened to Paul?
by Takedown
Mon Nov 21, 2011 8:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Dan Wells video on Oroville
Replies: 13
Views: 2573

Re: Dan Wells video on Oroville

I don`t know where and which moment was more traumatic for the fish? The verbal abuse from Dan? The Dobyn`s Rod loading under the pressure put on their lips? The massive hook set needed to get those big hooks pulled through those tiny lips? The lifting of those fish out of water, as they were swung ...
by Takedown
Sat Nov 19, 2011 1:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass-A-Thon Pics @ Angler's Marine
Replies: 12
Views: 1428

Re: Bass-A-Thon Pics

John;
Have you found any Super Newts sitting around?
by Takedown
Fri Nov 18, 2011 11:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: is it just me or is the alabama rig way
Replies: 4
Views: 1261

Re: is it just me or is the alabama rig way

We had numerous calls, wanting us to get onto this new wave.

Sorry, just not going to do it. We think there are plenty of other ways to catch fish.
This is not one of them. Gang lure combos, is not in the best interest of tournament anglers.
by Takedown
Wed Nov 16, 2011 5:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Video: California Largemouth Bass Fishing with Topwater Dawg
Replies: 3
Views: 874

Re: Video: California Largemouth Bass Fishing with Topwater

Craig;
You did a fabulous job putting that together.