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by briansII
Thu Oct 05, 2017 10:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sea lions chomped about 20 to 25 percent of this year's winter steelhead run in the Willamette Rive
Replies: 6
Views: 1610

Re: Sea lions chomped about 20 to 25 percent of this year's winter steelhead run in the Willamette Rive

George. It's well documented what sea lions are doing to threatened fish populations on the west coast.

http://www.dfw.state.or.us/fish/SeaLion/

http://wdfw.wa.gov/conservation/sealions/predation.html

Not sure what, if anything California does, but Oregon and Washington do take some action.
by briansII
Mon Sep 25, 2017 8:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clearlake Fish Die Off --- New Approach
Replies: 12
Views: 4213

Re: Clearlake Fish Die Off --- New Approach

Not black bass specific, but the only org. that I know of, that's working to keep our fisheries going in CA. is Ca. Sportfishing Protection Alliance. http://calsport.org/dev/index.htm As has already been mention. Seems like the bass fishing community(not everyone)has "apathy" towards prote...
by briansII
Mon Jul 03, 2017 11:02 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 12 Mile Float Down The American River - What Fish Were Spawning?
Replies: 9
Views: 3155

Re: 12 Mile Float Down The American River - What Fish Were Spawning?

If you are seeing dozens of trout like fish, it's probably "suckers" or pike minnows. Both can get big, and are shaped like trout/salmon. Underwater, pike minnow will look a lot like trout. If you are occasionally seeing scattered "trout", it's possible you are seeing steelhead, ...
by briansII
Tue Jun 06, 2017 8:53 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sacramento Valley Salmon Resiliency Strategy
Replies: 10
Views: 2322

Re: Sacramento Valley Salmon Resiliency Strategy

Aside from Restore the Delta, which has been doing yeoman's work in our defense, are there any other larger organizations that are singularly focused on defeating the tunnels? I'm thinking on the scale of the Sierra Club but they, of course, focus on many different causes. Not singularly focused on...
by briansII
Thu Mar 09, 2017 8:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Storing 8xd and 10xd
Replies: 4
Views: 1744

Re: Storing 8xd and 10xd

Bass Mafia has a Deep Cranking Coffin that stores deep divers vertically. I'm not sure it will fit 10 xds though.

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by briansII
Tue Jan 31, 2017 11:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Braid to Fluoro Knots - A Test
Replies: 9
Views: 5220

Re: Braid to Fluoro Knots - A Test

When I'm on the water, and need to retie leader to braid, I use the Alberto Knot. When I'm at home, I use the FG Knot. It's a slimmer, and stronger knot, but a little tougher to tie.

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by briansII
Mon Oct 31, 2016 2:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: San Luis Reservoir Striper Fishing
Replies: 11
Views: 3831

Re: San Luis Reservoir Striper Fishing

Hi George, The Medeiros launch off of hwy 33 is no longer open. It's been closed for several years. The San Luis Creek launch off of 152 is the only launch ramp at the Forebay now. Anyone thinking of launching needs to know they have a Quagga Mussel inspection. Boat needs to be clean, and totally dr...
by briansII
Fri Oct 28, 2016 9:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Go Pro 5 Lake Pardee October Bass & Catfishing
Replies: 3
Views: 1279

Re: Go Pro 5 Lake Pardee October Bass & Catfishing

they are classified if i read correctly as a pike minnnow a pike! minnow or not pike are invasive? Right? Not quite sure what you are asking, but as NoCal said, they are a native fish to ca. and not classified as a invasive species. Also, "pike minnows" are not pike, but a species of minn...
by briansII
Tue Oct 04, 2016 10:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone have Motor Guide Xi5 80lbs thrust
Replies: 3
Views: 1118

Re: Anyone have Motor Guide Xi5 80lbs thrust

I was planning on buying the Xi5, but after hearing of some issues with the Pinpoint GPS, I decided to wait to see if they had a fix for it. So far, I've not read of an factory fixes. In the meantime, Minn Kota has the new Ultrex coming out this fall. I will wait for any bugs to show up. If all look...
by briansII
Wed Sep 07, 2016 9:53 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: U.S. Coast Guard: Boat ran aground overnight in Delta
Replies: 4
Views: 4572

Re: U.S. Coast Guard: Boat ran aground overnight in Delta

I think this is the same boat I saw anchored just outside of Frank's, next to Little Frank's. On Saturday, I thought I saw a person sitting inside.

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by briansII
Thu Sep 01, 2016 11:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta spraying
Replies: 11
Views: 3030

Re: Delta spraying

Fish Trap wrote:Do you have a link to the website?
On this page, there is a link to signup for the weekly email.

http://dbw.parks.ca.gov/Environmental/Aquatic.aspx

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by briansII
Wed Aug 31, 2016 12:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta spraying
Replies: 11
Views: 3030

Re: Delta spraying

Sandmound Slough. Does anyone know who is doing the spraying? Not sure they do all the spraying, but CA. State Parks, Division of Boating and Waterways. You can go to their website and see the spraying schedule. Anybody remember when the hyacinth completely blocked off channels and marinas. Whole s...
by briansII
Wed Aug 31, 2016 10:13 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta spraying
Replies: 11
Views: 3030

Re: Delta spraying

Can I ask you what area they were spraying ?? Thanks Sandmound Slough. Does anyone know who is doing the spraying? Not sure they do all the spraying, but CA. State Parks, Division of Boating and Waterways. You can go to their website and see the spraying schedule. Anybody remember when the hyacinth...
by briansII
Wed Aug 24, 2016 10:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BREAKING NEWS on Fish and Game Meeting Tomorrow!
Replies: 15
Views: 2903

Re: BREAKING NEWS on Fish and Game Meeting Tomorrow!

What is the name of the coalition who filed the petition and who are the people that are involved in this "coalition". I've signed the petition and all that, but have not to my knowledge seen the above info. Thank you This is taken off the DF&W website. August 24-25, 2016, Fish and Ga...
by briansII
Wed Aug 17, 2016 1:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Which Batteries Are Best
Replies: 13
Views: 3340

Re: Which Batteries Are Best

If you are looking for something that will last the longest during your fishing day, you need to look at the battery specs. Mainly what you want to look at is the RC or Reserve Charge. The higher the RC number, the longer your batteries will run the trolling motor. Generally speaking, the higher RC ...
by briansII
Mon Aug 15, 2016 8:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Feedback needed... Tatula frog rod
Replies: 6
Views: 1001

Re: Feedback needed... Tatula frog rod

Loved mine so much, I got two more. Awesome, thanks for the feedback. Hard to beat $100 shipped brand new. I'll grab one. Where did you find them at that price? He's probably talking about the Tatula XT model. They list from $99.99 to $119.99. I have a XT frog rod and it's a nice rod for the money....
by briansII
Mon Jul 25, 2016 11:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Imitating Kokanee
Replies: 3
Views: 1894

Re: Imitating Kokanee

ABT, Suicide Glide in Kokanee color.

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by briansII
Tue Jul 12, 2016 10:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Casitas Rangers, why am I not suprised
Replies: 7
Views: 2902

Re: Lake Casitas Rangers, why am I not suprised

Sorry to hear of the troubles you had, but like others said, it's a liability issue and why policy dictates they do not jump start you. Jumper cables would not help you in that situation(no separate cranking battery) if you don't have someone close by. I carry one of these in my boat now. https://no...
by briansII
Thu May 19, 2016 11:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Inexpensive Depthfinder
Replies: 9
Views: 1718

Re: Inexpensive Depthfinder

I guess what I'm asking is, of the Big Three, which would you buy: Garmin Striker, Humminbird Pirhana, or the Lowrance Hook? Personally, I would drop the Hummingbird Piranha out of the options. It's a 3.5" screen, and the sonar is not going to have good definition. If you look at the Hummingbi...
by briansII
Tue Mar 22, 2016 10:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Low Oil Light keeps coming on!
Replies: 7
Views: 1958

Re: Low Oil Light keeps coming on!

Did you bleed all air out of the under cowling oil reservoir? No I didnt, there are two arrow on the small tank, I was guessing they are HI LOW arrows, the top arrow is about 2 inches from the top of tank, and the oil level is about a half an inch below the top arrow! I assumed the oil level was co...
by briansII
Mon Mar 07, 2016 1:28 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Motorguide / Lowrance compatibility Question
Replies: 3
Views: 4918

Re: Motorguide / Lowrance compatibility Question

I just got a Motorguide X5 with sonar .... I would also like to buy a Lowrance Hook 5X or Elite 5X Chirp for the bow of my boat .... are either of these compatible with each other as far as them connecting together wiring wise ? Thanks Doug :D You might need a adapter to connect the built in transd...
by briansII
Thu Feb 25, 2016 1:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: looking for a great price on trolling and starting batteries
Replies: 8
Views: 2456

Re: looking for a great price on trolling and starting batteries

I need a great deal on some Batteries for my boat. I need the staring battery to have at least 1000 cold cranking and one trolling motor battery. Can anyone point me where I can get a great deal ??? As always, money is tight but I need those batteries would like the best for the price. Please let m...
by briansII
Thu Jan 21, 2016 3:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: MLF extended cast
Replies: 5
Views: 2101

Re: MLF extended cast

mark poulson wrote:Am I the only one pissed that MLF cancelled extended cast? I don't have cable, so I'm shut out. :evil:
You are not the only one, but apparently they are working on bringing it back.

http://www.majorleaguefishing.com/news_ ... x?id=18425

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by briansII
Tue Dec 15, 2015 11:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anti-Fog Sub Zero?
Replies: 2
Views: 690

Re: Anti-Fog Sub Zero?

Maybe this is what you're looking for?

http://www.1888fogzero.com/main.sc

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by briansII
Fri Dec 04, 2015 4:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: "Possible Only" Stolen Fishing Gear Located
Replies: 18
Views: 4015

Re: "Possible Only" Stolen Fishing Gear Located

briansII, All I heard about were Pizzbob's boat and "two from down the slough a little". That was the week that Bob's boat was stolen from Russo's, and the staff at Russo's told me about it. Thanks Mark, I'm hoping all the boats from that area were stolen by the guys they arrested. I know...
by briansII
Fri Dec 04, 2015 12:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: "Possible Only" Stolen Fishing Gear Located
Replies: 18
Views: 4015

Re: "Possible Only" Stolen Fishing Gear Located

There seems to have been a rash of thefts in the area. Maybe a new crew, with a new take on being scum. I hope the Sheriffs have someone in custody, and can follow up with this. Have you heard about any recent thefts? Last one I heard was stolen from Sugar Barge on Nov 15th or 16th. The Sheriffs ar...
by briansII
Thu May 21, 2015 8:17 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 2003 Ranger 185 VS
Replies: 1
Views: 1547

Re: 2003 Ranger 185 VS

Sent you a private message.

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by briansII
Tue Nov 25, 2014 4:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Win a custom ABT glide bait!!
Replies: 68
Views: 10985

Re: Win a custom ABT glide bait!!

This is an awesome bait. I have not seen anything that swims like it. I want one! What rod/line would you throw this on? I don't know if my current swimbait setup could handle it. Contact Dennis at Cal - West Custom Rods. 559-642-8860. He's designed 2 rods to throw these baits on. One for the big 12...
by briansII
Thu Oct 23, 2014 3:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: ABT 12" Suicide glide custom paint job.
Replies: 4
Views: 1665

Re: ABT 12" Suicide glide custom paint job.

Champion Jon wrote:Nice.....how does it swim?
It swims with a wide, side to side movement. I recently saw the rainbow trout paint job, and all I can say is wow!

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by briansII
Thu Oct 16, 2014 2:48 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Prop 1
Replies: 51
Views: 7883

Re: Prop 1

Here's some reading from fishermen against prop 1.

http://calsport.org/news/?s=prop+1

https://www.facebook.com/NoProp1

http://www.noonprop1.org/news-media-releases/

There's a lot more, but this will get you started.

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by briansII
Thu Jul 31, 2014 4:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Big ABT Swimbait?
Replies: 6
Views: 2369

Big ABT Swimbait?

I see the post about the new 7" glide bait from ABT, but I'm wondering if there is any plans on a bigger bait than the original 9"?

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by briansII
Mon Jul 28, 2014 9:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Dirty Donkey II underwater footage from ICAST
Replies: 6
Views: 15131

Re: Dirty Donkey II underwater footage from ICAST

Seeing what the original bait can do, I can't wait to get my hands on one of these.

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by briansII
Thu Apr 03, 2014 12:19 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Breakfast on Bethel Island?
Replies: 3
Views: 1309

Re: Breakfast on Bethel Island?

I've never had breakfast there, but the Rusty Porthole.

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by briansII
Tue Nov 20, 2012 12:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake Hitch Endangered Species?
Replies: 15
Views: 3850

Re: Clear Lake Hitch Endangered Species?

If everyone will notice "The Center for Biological Diversity" is pushing this. I am afraid no good can come of it. Enviro whackos with good lawyers and a pile of money. Enjoy Clear Lake all you can now,cause bleak days are ahead!!! If anyone is curious about who is the Center For Biologic...
by briansII
Fri Nov 02, 2012 6:07 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Curado 51E(UPDATE)
Replies: 0
Views: 483

Curado 51E(UPDATE)

Reel moved to ebay.

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by briansII
Thu Nov 01, 2012 3:21 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Curado 201 E7 and Castaic 201SF
Replies: 2
Views: 642

Re: Curado 201 E7 and Castaic 201SF

Curado sold.

Updated Castaic to a lower price.

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by briansII
Mon Oct 29, 2012 6:06 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Curado 201 E7 and Castaic 201SF
Replies: 2
Views: 642

Curado 201 E7 and Castaic 201SF

Curado 201 E7, lightly used and in excellent condition. Box and all paperwork. $130 delivered in the US. SOLD Castaic 201 SF. Lightly used. Excellent condition. Box & paperwork. $75 delivered. I'll try to add pictures tomorrow. UPDATED PRICE Paypal preferred. PM me for details. http://img.photob...
by briansII
Tue Sep 25, 2012 2:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Brentwwod Lodging?
Replies: 5
Views: 1328

Re: Brentwwod Lodging?

I've stayed at the Holiday Inn Express in Brentwood. Pricey, but a very nice place. I normally eat in Bethel Island. La Villa Mexican food, Island Joe's, or Deals Restaurant is where I go. Rusty Porthole is right next to Russo's.

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by briansII
Fri Jul 20, 2012 2:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How Bass Fest Works
Replies: 22
Views: 6675

Re: How Bass Fest Works

Bassin wrote:So does that mean they aren't limiting it to 100 entries?
I was told they are not limiting it to 100 boats.

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by briansII
Thu Jun 28, 2012 8:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A-Rig Lure Wrap
Replies: 13
Views: 3288

Re: A-Rig Lure Wrap

I'm not much of a DIY guy. I use a Eye Surrender, bait wrap.

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by briansII
Tue May 29, 2012 1:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New crank rod
Replies: 11
Views: 2402

Re: New crank rod

Try giving Dennis at Cal-west custom rods a call. Made me a 7'10 crankin rod for Clearlake that is hands down the best crankin rod I have owned. He can make you anything from 7' to 7'10" and the action you want. He can do any eyes you want and also does spiral rapping of the eyes. Here is the ...
by briansII
Wed May 09, 2012 2:22 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Transducer Cable
Replies: 1
Views: 693

Transducer Cable

I have a Elite 5X, DSI that I snapped the transducer cable in half. I will eventually replace it with a new transducer, but I want to use the boat this weekend. Has anyone successfully repaired their cable? There are 4,insulated wires inside the cable. There's also 1, braided, stainless steel wire, ...
by briansII
Mon May 07, 2012 2:09 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 1998 Hawk 18.6 225 Merc Optimax
Replies: 2
Views: 1902

Re: 1998 Hawk 18.6 225 Merc Optimax

Please send pictures to

briansfly@verizon.net

Thanks!
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by briansII
Wed Mar 14, 2012 10:14 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 1993 Champion Merc 150 SOLD !!!!!
Replies: 10
Views: 3344

Re: 1993 Champion Merc 150

Please send pics to briansfly@verizon.net

Thanks
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by briansII
Wed Mar 07, 2012 10:04 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: SOLD
Replies: 8
Views: 1929

Re: ALABAMA & SWIMBAIT RODS & SHIMANO REELS

PM sent

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by briansII
Tue Feb 28, 2012 12:50 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: **sold**Fs/ft: daiwa advantage casting reel
Replies: 1
Views: 341

Re: Fs/ft: daiwa advantage casting reel

PM sent

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by briansII
Fri Feb 17, 2012 9:45 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Daiwa zillions (left and right)
Replies: 3
Views: 993

Re: Daiwa zillions (left and right)

PM sent

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