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by rjt18b
Sun Dec 17, 2023 1:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NexGen lithium
Replies: 4
Views: 655

Re: NexGen lithium

There are acouple of threads... Do what I did, protest to your credit card. Look at other companies...
by rjt18b
Mon Dec 11, 2023 6:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need help with Boat Electronics Retrofit
Replies: 13
Views: 1560

Re: Need help with Boat Electronics Retrofit

I was in boat masters the other day. They are closing the doors at the end of the year. Sad day !!
by rjt18b
Sun Oct 22, 2023 10:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Nextgen lithium shipping issues?
Replies: 60
Views: 6575

Re: Nextgen lithium shipping issues?

I had a bad experience with them too. They claimed shipping issue on new product. Took me a long time to get my money back thru my credit card... Customer service leaves a lot to be desired. Good Luck!
by rjt18b
Wed Jul 05, 2023 6:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Buyer beware!! Next gen Batteries
Replies: 5
Views: 1187

Re: Buyer beware!! Next gen Batteries

Not going to get into a pissing contest. Never said I was ripped off. As I stated in an email requesting the cancellation of my order, send me a shipping label and I'll return the charger.
by rjt18b
Tue Jul 04, 2023 5:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Buyer beware!! Next gen Batteries
Replies: 5
Views: 1187

Buyer beware!! Next gen Batteries

I don't do this... I'll try to keep it short. I tried to purchase new Lithium batteries from Nextgen on Feb. 14. 2 weeks go by, nothing from them. I email and get " your product was damaged in shipping wait 2 more weeks". 2 weeks go by, I email again: "still waiting on your product to...
by rjt18b
Fri Feb 11, 2022 5:48 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pontoon boat in the Delta?
Replies: 15
Views: 2258

Re: Pontoon boat in the Delta?

There were a couple of guys that did the pontoon boat thing fishing the Future Pro tour a couple of years ago. In the wind, from a distance, they seemed to be in less control than a bass boat on the lakes... I can't imagine how tough it would be on the delta!!
by rjt18b
Mon Feb 15, 2021 6:18 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Daiwa Tatula Casting Rods
Replies: 3
Views: 1576

Re: Daiwa Tatula Casting Rods

I have had 5 of those rods for a couple of years All of mine are bait casters. None of the guides are micro-guides. However, if I recall the info on the tag correctly, on the higher priced rods, Daiwa recommends not to use braid to flouro/mono as the knot can damage the guides. I don't remember the ...
by rjt18b
Wed Aug 26, 2020 6:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ultrex or Electronics 1st? Need some help please
Replies: 11
Views: 2263

Re: Ultrex or Electronics 1st? Need some help please

I second Rod's post about TW. I seem to remember 10% on gift cards and also 10% on a ton of stuff around xmas and the first of the year. I can't imagine fishing without my Ultrex! I fish mostly fish the delta so my graphing skill isn't needed as much as it would be on lakes. Ultrex will hold you on ...
by rjt18b
Sun Jul 26, 2020 2:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best trolling motor with spot lock?
Replies: 8
Views: 9069

Re: Best trolling motor with spot lock?

LOVE my Ultrex! Can't imagine fishing without it. Fishing on my buddy's boat with an older Motorguide is work compared to the ease of Ultrex. Game changer!
by rjt18b
Mon Jul 13, 2020 6:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NEW VIDEO “Bass Boat ALMOST Capsized During Tournament on the CA Delta | Swamped by MASSIVE Wake-Surf Boat Wave”
Replies: 15
Views: 3105

Re: NEW VIDEO “Bass Boat ALMOST Capsized During Tournament on the CA Delta | Swamped by MASSIVE Wake-Surf Boat Wave”

I was in Mildred's a couple of weeks ago and a Sheriff's boat did the same thing coming thru an opening. He missed me by 20'!! Can't fix stupid
by rjt18b
Mon Jun 08, 2020 7:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Punch bait questions
Replies: 5
Views: 1690

Re: Punch bait questions

I like D Bombs
by rjt18b
Thu Apr 16, 2020 5:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tacklewarehouse closed?
Replies: 6
Views: 2518

Re: Tacklewarehouse closed?

I ordered Saturday night, got it today. Better than Amazon, ordered 3/27, might get it on 4/24!
by rjt18b
Mon Apr 06, 2020 7:42 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Another side of the stay home/not fishing social distancing convo
Replies: 11
Views: 3565

Re: Another side of the stay home/not fishing social distancing convo

I agree with basnfan. Been to the Delta 3 times since this started. No fuel, food or other contact with anyone. Fishing solo. I'm not a danger to myself or anyone. A little common sense goes a long way
by rjt18b
Sat Mar 21, 2020 6:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Essential Travel during "Shelter in Place"
Replies: 15
Views: 4725

Re: Essential Travel during "Shelter in Place"

The officer pulling him over created less social distancing than he was going to have all day on the lake. Don't think bass carry covid-19...
by rjt18b
Sat Mar 21, 2020 6:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Closure Updates
Replies: 31
Views: 7339

Re: Lake Closure Updates

Anyone have definitive info on McClure?
by rjt18b
Wed Dec 04, 2019 8:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Garmin Reviews?
Replies: 6
Views: 1893

Re: Garmin Reviews?

I've had a 93 with Panoptix on my bow for about 3 years. I don't really use the mapping, but do like the normal finder features and qualities. The Panoptix however... First year the graph stopped recognizing it. Back and forth with Garmin they replaced it. This year, 2 years later, I started blowing...
by rjt18b
Mon Dec 02, 2019 8:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Retirement Plans for Northern Califoria
Replies: 23
Views: 4102

Re: Retirement Plans for Northern Califoria

I live in the East Bay too. Close to the Delta, 2 hours or so from Mother Lode lakes. But homes are not cheap. I would NOT live anywhere near Stockton, I don't even like to launch there for tournaments. I don't feel my truck is safe in the parking lots. If my kids/grand kids didn't live here, I'd li...
by rjt18b
Fri Oct 25, 2019 7:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tow Vehicle: Diesel Vs. Regular Gas
Replies: 15
Views: 5360

Re: Tow Vehicle: Diesel Vs. Regular Gas

I have a 2013 F150 with the twin turbo V6, 93k miles, tow a 20'4" skeeter with yamaha 250. It averages 12.5 -13 mpg towing to the delta from the Tri-valley; 10-12 mpg to the Mother Lode lakes. I get 13-14 mpg around town and 16-18 highway not towing, depending on how heavy my foot gets. I think...
by rjt18b
Fri May 31, 2019 6:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How is the Delta?
Replies: 7
Views: 2202

Re: How is the Delta?

150+ boats tomorrow and Sunday out of Ladds for the FPT. I'd try another ramp!
by rjt18b
Tue Jan 15, 2019 8:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pouring plastics
Replies: 9
Views: 1870

Re: Pouring plastics

I haven't poured for a couple of years. It is an addictive hobby. I found myself with WAY too many baits! Try Basstackle.com, M-Fmanufacturing and Baitjunkies.com. I have a bunch of molds that I could be talked into getting rid of...
by rjt18b
Wed Nov 14, 2018 7:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fortrex to Ultrex Install Question
Replies: 9
Views: 4333

Re: Fortrex to Ultrex Install Question

They did on mine. Very easy install. Best upgrade ever!!
by rjt18b
Tue Aug 28, 2018 7:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2019 Angler's Press Outdoors Schedule
Replies: 2
Views: 3251

Re: 2019 Angler's Press Outdoors Schedule

My calendar show April 5 as a Friday??? Not our usual day...
by rjt18b
Thu Aug 09, 2018 5:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Service at C&C Marine Modesto
Replies: 12
Views: 3333

Re: Service at C&C Marine Modesto

I tow from Pleasanton. Last 2 annual services done while I wait. Home by 1:00. Wish they were closer, but will continue to have my service and repair done there!
by rjt18b
Thu Jun 28, 2018 6:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need New Trolling Motor and Help With Electrical If Possible
Replies: 6
Views: 1340

Re: Need New Trolling Motor and Help With Electrical If Possible

After you get any electrical problems sorted out: ULTREX!
by rjt18b
Fri May 25, 2018 8:20 pm
Forum: Electric Motors
Topic: Fortrex for sale!
Replies: 5
Views: 2895

Re: Fortrex for sale!

SOLD
by rjt18b
Wed May 09, 2018 6:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Don Pedro places to stay
Replies: 15
Views: 2279

Re: Don Pedro places to stay

Try Jamestown and Sonora, couple of decent hotels there. Probably 30-40 minutes.
by rjt18b
Mon Apr 30, 2018 6:27 pm
Forum: Electric Motors
Topic: Fortrex for sale!
Replies: 5
Views: 2895

Re: Fortrex for sale!

bump
by rjt18b
Mon Apr 30, 2018 6:22 pm
Forum: Electric Motors
Topic: WTB fortrex
Replies: 8
Views: 1790

Re: WTB fortrex

I've got a 2014, 101# fortrex $500
by rjt18b
Sun Mar 25, 2018 7:23 am
Forum: Electric Motors
Topic: Fortrex for sale!
Replies: 5
Views: 2895

Re: Fortrex for sale!

Still available
by rjt18b
Mon Mar 12, 2018 6:57 pm
Forum: Electric Motors
Topic: Fortrex for sale!
Replies: 5
Views: 2895

Fortrex for sale!

Minn Kota Fortrex 101 for sale. $500
by rjt18b
Mon Mar 12, 2018 6:35 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Wanted 9" Fish Finder
Replies: 3
Views: 1013

Re: Wanted 9" Fish Finder

I've got a Humminbird 959 I'll let go for $500
by rjt18b
Thu Jun 30, 2016 5:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Launching a yak in the Delta
Replies: 9
Views: 1795

Re: Launching a yak in the Delta

I've gone out of Rivers End many times. Also, just past Orwood, cross the bridge and turn left. There is an area that is dirt ad not too steep.
by rjt18b
Mon Mar 21, 2016 7:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: FF HELP???
Replies: 1
Views: 849

FF HELP???

Bought a 2014 boat with a Humminbird 959 on the bow. Second time out, ff worked part of the day, then at one stop would not turn on; next stop turned on and worked the rest of the day. Next time out, same thing. Fourth time out wouldn't turn on at all! Local rep checked it and said it was fine and s...
by rjt18b
Wed Feb 03, 2016 6:40 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD!!! 1998 Viper Cobra for sale $13,000
Replies: 5
Views: 2614

Re: 1998 Viper Cobra for sale $13,000

Compression = 105, 110, 110, 105, 110, & 110
by rjt18b
Fri Jan 22, 2016 9:52 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD!!! 1998 Viper Cobra for sale $13,000
Replies: 5
Views: 2614

SOLD!!! 1998 Viper Cobra for sale $13,000

103.jpg 1998 Cobra - $13,000 obo dual console 225 EFI rebuilt power head(about 550 hours total 30 on power head) Hot foot Tilt steering Keel guard Motorguide Digital tour 36v (101 #) Humminbird 898c gps side imaging Humminbird 596c HD down imaging Hydro wave Great boat! New one on the way. Located ...
by rjt18b
Mon Nov 30, 2015 8:00 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 2007 Champion 210 Elite 250 Yamaha HPDI $25k
Replies: 10
Views: 3563

Re: 2007 Champion 210 Elite 250 Yamaha HPDI

Pictures? Hours on motor? Compression?
by rjt18b
Fri Nov 06, 2015 9:51 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 2010 Champion 206 $29,900 must sell
Replies: 17
Views: 6134

Re: 2010 Champion 206

How many hours on motor? Any major issues with motor in the past?
by rjt18b
Sun Nov 30, 2014 8:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Win a custom ABT glide bait!!
Replies: 68
Views: 11011

Re: Win a custom ABT glide bait!!

I want one!!
by rjt18b
Fri Mar 08, 2013 7:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Skeet Reese Rods???
Replies: 4
Views: 1702

Re: Skeet Reese Rods???

Don't know about the rods, but the reel I had was junk!! Noisy right out of the box. After maybe 5 outings with it, side plate fell off into the delta! Wouldn't own one.
by rjt18b
Sun Feb 12, 2012 7:32 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: Triton tr20 2003 price reduced
Replies: 10
Views: 3972

Re: Triton tr20 2003 price reduced

send pics to rjt18b@yahoo.com please??
by rjt18b
Thu Jan 12, 2012 7:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: St croix ledgend extreme 7'6"
Replies: 9
Views: 1642

Re: St croix ledgend extreme 7'6"

I just finished buiding one for a friend. Split grip and seat with micro guides, weighed right at 5 oz. the 7'6" mfmh are my favorite rods, I have one legend extreme and one avid. If you're interested in a custom rod contact me.
by rjt18b
Tue Jun 14, 2011 7:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Question for the rod builders about micro guides
Replies: 8
Views: 1772

Re: Question for the rod builders about micro guides

I get most of my stuff from Mudhole.com. They are great to deal with. Once had 2 blanks delivered broken in several places, they replaced them with no questions in 3-4 days. Also try rodbuilding.org for info and other suppliers
by rjt18b
Mon Jun 13, 2011 3:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Question for the rod builders about micro guides
Replies: 8
Views: 1772

Re: Question for the rod builders about micro guides

I'm fairly new to rod building(about a dozen so far), and just wrapped my first micros. I like them alot. I just ordered 3 more blanks and will be putting micros on them. The one I have on hand is for blades, pitching and worming(suggested) I have also used it for crankin'. I'd be happy to let you g...
by rjt18b
Thu Mar 24, 2011 6:24 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Rods For Sale!
Replies: 0
Views: 597

Rods For Sale!

Shimano Clarus CSS-X66M 6' 6" 1/8-1/2 oz. med. Ex fast $50 (spinning) Shimano Clarus CCS-70MHA 7' 1/4-3/4 oz. Med heavy/fast $50 (spinning) BPS 60 Million Extreme 6' 10" 3/8-3/4 oz. Med Heavy/Ex Fast $50 (baitcaster) BPS Bionic Blade 50 Million 7' 3/8-2 oz. Heavy/Fast (baitcaster) Team Dai...