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Hey all.

It looks like bullards bar is one of our lakes here in NorCal that is still kind of full, website says 67%. 646,000 AF out of a full 966,00 AF.... Anyone knows how to equate this to how many feet the lake is down?

Any help would be appreciated, tight lines!

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Hello fellow anglers and bass fishing family: Are you a competitive person who enjoys the challenge of figuring out “the bite” every trip out, no matter the location? Do you have a boat, and want a co-angler to help offset the cost of our expensive hobby? Are you struggling to catch fish? Would you...

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Dave Brabec wrote:LV 500 is a staple here at Clearlake and Berryessa.They start eating it good in August and can catch them through the winter on them.Just slow down as it cools down. They will eat it at a fast retrieve when its warmer.
Winter fish it like a jig.

Awesome stuff, thanks Dave, tight lines!

Seems like for me the Motherlode lakes get tougher in the fall. The fish spread out so much and can be found at all depths. I have got onto them in the past in the backs of major creek arms. The fishing can be hot for a few hours and yes you can get em on lipless cranks. Just let the bait sink to t...

What's up fellow bass anglers? Wanted to talk lipless cranks/traps in the fall for California... I know we all love them late winter into prespawn when the wateris cooler! But, what are your guys thoughts going into fall when the bass make a move and are chasing bait? I've been getting on the patter...

deltabass wrote:Pics Sent

Still available? I'm in concord and could drive out today or tomorrow.
Send pics to (925)808-8821 please.
Thanks!

185vsfrog wrote:Dobyns 735c champion is an awesome, versatile rod. The rod can also double for a chatter rod on the delta. Has a light enough tip and great backbone.

I agree brother, cheers!

We have tons of guys using the Champion 735C for frogging and it's very versatile for many Delta techniques. But, we also have tons of guys using the Champ 736C and in my opinion it's the best frog rod ever made. If you'll look around at the tournament boats on Delta you'll see this rod many times....

I use the shimano expride 7’3 xheavy. I’m 5’11 i can’t twitch the rod pointed down or it’ll touch the water but I can point the rod at like 7 o’clock and work the frog perfectly. I like the expride cause it’s super light so I don’t get tired froggin all day. It has plenty of horse power to rip them...

Jim Wilson wrote:I have used the Dobyns Champion XP 735 and XP 764. Prefer the XP 764 as it gives me leverage when I hook them in the slop.

Thanks Jim!

Alright men, Want to know your specific favorite frog rods and setups for the California delta... I have used quite a few frog rods over the years, and have a few favorites, but am definitely open to feedback! Keep in mind, I’m shorter, only 5’10”... I’ve always liked the old Powell Diesel 765 MH Ex...

What is your bottom dollar, and do you have photos?

Hey y'all, I've been out bass fishing on the delta about 5 times in the last 2 to 3 weeks. The bite seems to be progressively getting worse for both numbers and quality fish. Still getting a little top water, chatterbait, and punch action every trip. But just getting 5 keepers is becoming tougher wi...