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by fishinman
Mon Feb 22, 2016 12:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shasta Water Level
Replies: 4
Views: 1352

Re: Shasta Water Level

I wish Castaic was only down a 100 feet. I'd still be fishing! :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Wed Jun 10, 2015 8:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Thunderstorms and Fishing
Replies: 9
Views: 2007

Re: Thunderstorms and Fishing

drop your rod facing away from your position and duck under your console as fast as you can as long as you aren't a big boy. after you hear the thunder moving away, hi-tail it back to da ramp. Nothing can out run mother nature only nature itself and besides you are the highest point in the water for...
by fishinman
Tue Apr 21, 2015 2:02 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Bed fish "no-show” stumps anglers in “Cap City Showdown”
Replies: 2
Views: 1289

Re: Bed fish "no-show” stumps anglers in “Cap City Showdown”

I thought Folsom was practically high and dry, supported 115 boats. Tight quarters huh?
by fishinman
Tue Apr 21, 2015 1:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: ABT Wagtail 8.5" giveaway!!!!
Replies: 87
Views: 11742

Re: ABT Wagtail 8.5" giveaway!!!!

Hey that trout grew a hook out of the top of his head. That must hurt. :lol: :lol:
by fishinman
Wed Apr 15, 2015 1:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need Help Deciding...
Replies: 4
Views: 1291

Re: Need Help Deciding...

Worm and jig rods needs to have superb sensitivity. So in my HO I'd spend more on a rod then the reel. any reel even inexpensive ones will cast a worm or jig well set right for bait weight and line diameter but I like the chronach the best. Again you want to feel the slightest tick even in the wind ...
by fishinman
Tue Apr 14, 2015 8:25 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick Tour Pyramid April 18
Replies: 5
Views: 1205

Re: Top Stick Tour Pyramid April 18

AAA
by fishinman
Mon Apr 13, 2015 1:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: TOP STICK
Replies: 1
Views: 600

TOP STICK

AA
by fishinman
Mon Apr 13, 2015 1:39 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick AOY and Travelers region...
Replies: 1
Views: 618

Re: Top Stick AOY and Travelers region...

Looking for a back seat to fish Pyramid on Saturday. Been on the podium many a time, but my partner can't make this one and I'd like to fish it but not by myself. If interested send a message or call me 818-985-8097.
by fishinman
Fri Mar 20, 2015 12:35 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Top Stick Tour Castaic Lake March 21
Replies: 9
Views: 1795

Re: Top Stick Tour Castaic Lake March 21

this whole thing with lake management and the pressure put upon the directors is putting a very bad taste in my pie hole fishing in southern cal. When was the last time you heard if you don't we will. Years ago I was part of and worked in management of tournaments at local lakes in excess of 125 boa...
by fishinman
Tue Mar 10, 2015 10:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Don Iovino passes on his experience through WesternBass
Replies: 1
Views: 1051

Re: Don Iovino passes on his experience through WesternBass

Through the years I always enjoyed shooting the breeze with Don in his Garage full of tackle. Great Man, awesome fishermen with only the best intentions towards his peers. :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Wed Feb 11, 2015 12:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Never hit the water with out it!
Replies: 30
Views: 6516

Re: Never hit the water with out it!

A PLAN!
by fishinman
Tue Dec 02, 2014 3:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Secret world of bass fishing cheaters?
Replies: 8
Views: 3626

Re: Secret world of bass fishing cheaters?

Good Story Brian. Sometimes we just put too much pressure on our selves and the results most of the time are deadly. :mrgreen: :mrgreen: Mike was not only a great fisherman, he truly loved the sport and just plain old fishing and catching. Mike could probably make a living teaching (bass fishing). I...
by fishinman
Wed Nov 12, 2014 9:37 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Went TO CASTAIC *&%$
Replies: 3
Views: 1248

Re: Went TO CASTAIC *&%$

I heard they will drop it till there is no more water at all. You might ask yourself, is this possible? As far as I'm concerned anything is possible especially in the great welfare state of California and the way the rest of the fiasco is taking place in our once great nation. :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Tue Nov 11, 2014 11:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Went TO CASTAIC *&%$
Replies: 3
Views: 1248

Went TO CASTAIC *&%$

OMG Mud point is high and dry by 1/8 of a mile. Un freaken believable. fished from 12:45 till 3:15 caught 4 basses including a 3lber, so the fishes are still there. I would imagine this will destroy the fishery, I only hope I'm wrong. In order to fill Miss C back to a reasonable level should take ye...
by fishinman
Tue Nov 11, 2014 10:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Crazy People
Replies: 13
Views: 3338

Re: Crazy People

I had a friend tell me quite a few years ago he fished a bassmaster tourney as a co with Gary Yamamoto in fog on the Mississippi river going 80mph plus. He said he couldn't see the front of the boat. Gary driving by gps so he asked him to drop him off on the shore, he did so.
by fishinman
Wed Sep 17, 2014 2:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 518 or 520 ?
Replies: 12
Views: 3684

Re: 518 or 520 ?

The 461Vs with a 175 is a little Ferrari and holds 8 food rods with a quick draw rod holder setup. Runs a little rough in chop but with the 175 you can run like a bandit over waves if your a good driver. In smaller lakes it's easier to tight cove backs and turns on a dime and 8' rods fit on the pass...
by fishinman
Wed Sep 17, 2014 2:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick TOC winners pocket $11,123.00. *updated*
Replies: 4
Views: 1816

Re: Top Stick TOC winners pocket $11,123.00. *updated*

Good people (understanding) we had some difficulties, Good food in addition to a worthy seminar by any means of two top sticks in any body's book. What more could one ask for Ha Ha Ha.. Cooler weather, a little breeze and a better bite, but John and Ray can't control the weather yet. Over all still ...
by fishinman
Wed Sep 17, 2014 2:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How not to catch a fish
Replies: 5
Views: 1580

Re: How not to catch a fish

Some people are just...... Yeah you Know!!!
by fishinman
Wed Aug 20, 2014 1:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Can't remove rear seat post
Replies: 33
Views: 7778

Re: Can't remove rear seat post

If you open the rear battery compartment and look towards the bow(front of boat) you should see the post protruding internally inside. the locking mechanism might be easier to manipulate from there with another guy pulling up on the post from the outside . Using wd40 should help after a couple doses...
by fishinman
Thu Apr 24, 2014 11:41 am
Forum: Marine Accessories
Topic: Mercury Fury Prop (new)
Replies: 2
Views: 1431

Mercury Fury Prop (new)

model 48-8M8023120 14" 24 PITCH STAINLESS (NEW) COMES WITH NEW HUB AND REGI CARD $300.00
by fishinman
Wed Feb 05, 2014 5:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: You are going to fish a new lake; one bait, what will it be!
Replies: 40
Views: 7851

Re: You are going to fish a new lake; one bait, what will it

A worm(plastic). you would like to catch a fish?
by fishinman
Thu Jan 23, 2014 11:00 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BEST BUZZBAIT??
Replies: 90
Views: 18637

Re: BEST BUZZBAIT??

A floating Buzz Frog. Buzz... Wait..... Buzz.... wait Kalpooooossssssssssshhh!!!!!!!!
by fishinman
Thu Jan 16, 2014 12:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 35 DAYS!
Replies: 16
Views: 2667

Re: 35 DAYS!

I believe these mussels came from tankers let into the great lakes from transporting cargo many years ago and is a on going issue. yA CAN'T STOP MOTHER NATURE, ONLY ON A VERY SMALL LEVEL. eventually earth will be adsorbed by the sun. The mussels will have their way, all we can do is slow down their ...
by fishinman
Wed Jan 15, 2014 12:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 35 DAYS!
Replies: 16
Views: 2667

Re: 35 DAYS!

people who work for these agencies on the most part are brain washed idiots, morons controlled by the most corrupt entities on this planet (government). It's like trying to reason with a drunk! Good Luck Where does the water come from for Casitas? I always thought it came from the Cal delta! It just...
by fishinman
Wed Jan 15, 2014 10:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 35 DAYS!
Replies: 16
Views: 2667

Re: 35 DAYS!

I haven't gone there since the management got stupid , redickulous and don't ever plan too.
by fishinman
Mon Dec 30, 2013 12:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for bass boat alarm while I'm in hotel room?
Replies: 8
Views: 6543

Re: Looking for bass boat alarm while I'm in hotel room?

Quasi wrote:A big rat trap in the glove box works all the time.
I use about 15 mouse traps, the only problem is the cat screaming wakes you up!!!!!! The little basterds were peeing in my boat. I fixed their their wagon. smart little critters never came back.
by fishinman
Mon Dec 30, 2013 11:57 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Is Lake Piru infected with the quagga?
Replies: 25
Views: 5757

Re: Is Lake Piru infected with the quagga?

If you'd like to find quaaga mussels in any of these lakes simply take 4 tires stacked on top of each other tied up and drop into lake by launch ramp in 20 feet of water with a marker buoy , let them ferment for 2-4 weeks remove and inspect. I'll bet there even in Casitas. Has any agency done this, ...
by fishinman
Mon Dec 02, 2013 11:23 am
Forum: Swim Baits
Topic: What do you do?
Replies: 10
Views: 5320

Re: What do you do?

If your fishing a properly tuned bait. Stop and jerk hard down. Depending on type of bait and length from rod tip it should turn 180 degrees in her face. Try it in practice to see where it performs best (distancefrom rod tip). Could create a reaction strike! :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Mon Dec 02, 2013 11:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CAN ANYONE HELP???
Replies: 2
Views: 976

Re: CAN ANYONE HELP???

THE man Said 3.7 percent capacity. Officially a Mud hole. I would doubt there could be any fish to save(still alive). Un Freakin believable!!! :x :x :x :x
by fishinman
Mon Oct 28, 2013 7:30 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Does Your Insurance Cover This?
Replies: 20
Views: 3098

Re: Does Your Insurance Cover This?

mark poulson wrote:John,
You probably should have used your anchor rope to lasso Bill's beaver, and used it to pull you out! :lol: :lol: :lol:
I prefer beavers owned by females you can have Bills all for yourself! :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Mon Oct 28, 2013 9:53 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Does Your Insurance Cover This?
Replies: 20
Views: 3098

Re: Does Your Insurance Cover This?

Personally I've beached in the tullies twice and once on the sand at Lake Havasu . All three times we both got out with our pants rolled up and socks and shoes off and once on due too maybe slugs (we Thought). Rocked the boat from the back or front and push till it floats and hop or drag yourself in...
by fishinman
Sat Sep 07, 2013 3:13 pm
Forum: Marine Accessories
Topic: NEW FURY PROP
Replies: 3
Views: 1534

Re: NEW FURY PROP

I Thought this would sell pretty easily as they sell in the store for $500 plus tax. I've had 129 views no replies. Strange. Ebay has them for $500.00 too. If anybody want to make an offer you can send me a private message. This is a new prop .
by fishinman
Thu Aug 22, 2013 9:09 am
Forum: Marine Accessories
Topic: NEW FURY PROP
Replies: 3
Views: 1534

NEW FURY PROP

Mercury Fury prop 14 X 24 pitch 3 blade with registration paper and new hub in factory Box Model 48-8M8023120 $450.00
by fishinman
Fri Jul 19, 2013 11:46 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: National Bass @ Pyramid on Saturday
Replies: 4
Views: 912

Re: National Bass @ Pyramid on Saturday

dwise wrote:Good luck at the ramp with all the lake lice! Be careful out there because those idiots don't watch where they're going. Drive extra defensive!!
Then their dead idiots!
by fishinman
Thu Jul 18, 2013 8:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: National Bass @ Pyramid on Saturday
Replies: 4
Views: 912

Re: National Bass @ Pyramid on Saturday

Will it be a shorty, with weigh-in about 12:30- 1PM or a sweat fest till 3Pm. :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Tue Jul 16, 2013 4:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Saving line
Replies: 3
Views: 724

Re: Saving line

do you mean Barney Ruble or Barney the Dinosaur or is there another Barney bass fisherman we should all be aware of? :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Wed Jun 26, 2013 11:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake Techniques in June
Replies: 7
Views: 2091

Re: Clear Lake Techniques in June

Try a Green Pumpkin Lizard with a chartreuse tail being dragged around by a 1 oz. sinker on a Carolina rig and use a 24" leader of fluorocarbon as light as 8lb depending on water clarity with a strong hook (no fine wire)and aT LEAST A MED/HEAVY 7 FOOT ROD. Best in the south area of the lake aro...
by fishinman
Thu May 30, 2013 9:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Big Bass Takes Da Bait
Replies: 3
Views: 1065

Re: Big Bass Takes Da Bait

mark poulson wrote:Jeff,
Beautiful fish!
How much did she weigh?
31" just a tad over 11
by fishinman
Thu May 30, 2013 9:32 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Big Bass Takes Da Bait
Replies: 3
Views: 1065

Big Bass Takes Da Bait

4lb line and I Lipped Her :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Fri May 17, 2013 11:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Help me SAVE MONEY...???
Replies: 5
Views: 1090

Re: Help me SAVE MONEY...???

YOUR DREAMING. YOU WANT TO BASS FISH AND SAVE MONEY. ONLY TWO CHOICES
1. GET MARRIED YOUR WIFE WILL SPEND IT FOR YOU, NOT ON FISHING
2. QUIT BASS FISHING, FISH FOR PAN FISH OR CATFISH MUCH CHEAPER
by fishinman
Fri May 17, 2013 11:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Techniques and color changes...???
Replies: 1
Views: 455

Re: Techniques and color changes...???

No matter all fishin men get skunked now and then boat or no boat. To improve your chances fish as light of line you can 4lb, tiny 2-3 inch baits, dead stick 1-2 minutes then move bait a inch then let it sit 30 seconds. If you can handle that you'll be skunked much less. The key is needle sharp hook...
by fishinman
Fri May 10, 2013 11:16 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NBW Pyramid Derby this Saturday
Replies: 9
Views: 1535

Re: NBW Pyramid Derby this Saturday

I read 10--15 with gusts to 20 and water spouts with bears :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Wed May 08, 2013 3:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NBW Pyramid Derby this Saturday
Replies: 9
Views: 1535

Re: NBW Pyramid Derby this Saturday

So what time exactly are they letting us in.? :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Wed May 08, 2013 1:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Jig fishing...???
Replies: 14
Views: 3370

Re: Jig fishing...???

Nobody mentioned this so I will. Fish your jigs tied to 85lb black braid. Just keep your freakin fingers off the line or prepare replacements if you dare. No drag!!! :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Wed May 08, 2013 12:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Heads up at Piru...
Replies: 2
Views: 772

Re: Heads up at Piru...

Are you starting trouble again? Be a good boy and behave yourself. Yes ... I know I'm not perfect either. May the big bass bite your bait! :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Wed Mar 20, 2013 7:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top Stick tour to visit Pyramid Lake March 23rd
Replies: 4
Views: 1281

Re: Top Stick tour to visit Pyramid Lake March 23rd

They might not be on beds, but they will be all spiffy and clean for a hot date because the lake has been a gigantic washing machine for a while. Don't forget your rain suit for the ride back to weigh-in! :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
by fishinman
Sun Mar 10, 2013 8:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tacklewarehouse amazing customer service
Replies: 1
Views: 586

Re: Tacklewarehouse amazing customer service

THAT IS HOW SERVICE SHOULD BE. JUST BECAUSE IT'S ON SALE DOESN'T MEAN IT'S TRASH. I HAD A BAD PINNACLE REE,L POOR DESIGN.FAILED AFTER 14 MONTHS, CALLED FOR PARTS. THEY (PINNACLE) 1 MONTHS LATER SHIPPED ME THE IMPROVED MODEL AS SOON AS IT WAS AVAILABLE AT NO CHARGE. I LIKE TACKLE WAREHOUSE TOO THOUGH...
by fishinman
Tue Dec 18, 2012 12:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Now this is unusual...who's first?
Replies: 2
Views: 1396

Re: Now this is unusual...who's first?

More than likely somebody with more money than they know what to do with.
by fishinman
Thu Dec 06, 2012 2:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: National Bass Castaic on Sat, Dec 8.
Replies: 5
Views: 1252

Re: National Bass Castaic on Sat, Dec 8.

Since the water is up 12' from the pumps all the bass go to the pumps for a fresh bath and lots of oxygen to get a natural high. The pumps are off limits though and Ope and Andy will be on patrol if you sneak past the broken buoy line, watch out DQ your oud a dere! :mrgreen:
by fishinman
Tue Nov 06, 2012 10:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: John Ed Wilder III - Not Just a Legend, but a Dear Friend
Replies: 3
Views: 1505

Re: John Ed Wilder III - Not Just a Legend, but a Dear Frien

Gosh I'm in shock, Didn't expect that. What a great man, always friendly with a joke or funny comment every time I saw him. Always had the greatest respect for him and his fishing partner Jay. He will be missed by many. Jeff :( :( :(