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by Justin Hawkins
Sat Sep 18, 2021 7:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Finding deep smallmouths with helix
Replies: 1
Views: 1442

Finding deep smallmouths with helix

My cousin and I both fish deep water natural lakes in western Washington for smallies. These fish from early summer to late winter are typically in 20+ feet of water. Besides using my Helix 9 msi Gen 4 unit for finding structure, I have a hard time picking up and seeing fish on my down imaging. With...
by Justin Hawkins
Sat Apr 17, 2021 5:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Jerkbaits
Replies: 6
Views: 1500

Jerkbaits

I’m starting to throw jerkbaits this year, just an element I’ve not really done in the past. I bought a few vision 110’s, pointers and rerange baits, I’ve hooked 3 in the last two outings but have lost all three. I’m using a Kistler klx 7’0 medium-medium heavy rod, sort of like an mbr style rod. Am ...
by Justin Hawkins
Sun Apr 04, 2021 9:27 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Helix 9 g4n lake master issue
Replies: 2
Views: 420

Re: Helix 9 g4n lake master issue

Disregard, went out the next day and worked. Technology anymore is just so over my head, guess a sign of getting old.
by Justin Hawkins
Fri Apr 02, 2021 7:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Helix 9 g4n lake master issue
Replies: 2
Views: 420

Helix 9 g4n lake master issue

Just got my new boat wet for the first time. Went to put in my lake master plus western states version 2 into my helix and.... nothing. My dealer said they updates the units before I picked the boat up Wednesday so I don’t think that’s the issue. Only problem I can find is compatibility. On humminbi...
by Justin Hawkins
Sat Mar 27, 2021 7:41 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Winter largemouth
Replies: 1
Views: 877

Winter largemouth

I live in western Washington where none of our lakes feeeze over and cold water temps may get in the low 40s. During the winter I fish for smallies primarily in 30-60 feet of water in the lakes I fish. I have noticed that in all the time I have fished deep flats and points near river channels, I’ve ...
by Justin Hawkins
Tue Mar 09, 2021 9:11 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New boat
Replies: 14
Views: 3984

Re: New boat

Gary Dobyns wrote:Willie is a terrible guy :D :D You're in goods and he'll fix you up. You'll also love the AVX boat. They're built VERY TOUGH!!!! THX!!
That’s great to hear, I’ll tell him you said that lol. Love how connected the fishing community really is, love your rods by the way.
by Justin Hawkins
Mon Mar 08, 2021 4:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New boat
Replies: 14
Views: 3984

Re: New boat

Justin, Email me your phone number to GaryD@Dobynsrods.com and I'll call you. I'm very familiar with both brands that you've mentioned and I can help with most questions. I've helped a lot of guys with boats over the years. Be glad to help you with a new ride. THX!! Gary D. Boy wish I had seen this...
by Justin Hawkins
Sun Mar 07, 2021 9:15 am
Forum: New Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD
Replies: 2
Views: 1434

Re: 2021 Vexus AVX181

I sent you guys an email on this boat. Very interested in it.
by Justin Hawkins
Sat Mar 06, 2021 4:01 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Lake master
Replies: 1
Views: 1022

Lake master

I bought my first boat and will be rolling with an ultrex and two 8 inch helix units, mdi at the bow and msi+ at the console. I plan on buying either the lake master or lake master plus but am curious about two things. First, how often do you need to buy the programs, and second, if the units are co...
by Justin Hawkins
Wed Dec 09, 2020 4:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New boat warranty question
Replies: 6
Views: 1220

New boat warranty question

I just put down a deposit on a 2021 Ranger Rt178. I got an email from the loan person asking about platinum service and extended warranties and such. Is there a general consensus on the subject? Not sure if I should or not.
by Justin Hawkins
Sun Dec 06, 2020 3:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New IGFA Largemouth Record Approved
Replies: 8
Views: 2177

Re: New IGFA Largemouth Record Approved

Personally I think it kind of cheapens the idea of a world record. Plus how do they verify you were using 6 lb test and not 12 or 20. Maybe I just don’t understand it fully but it just seems unimpressive. But then again that’s a bigger largemouth she caught than my personal best so....
by Justin Hawkins
Sun Dec 06, 2020 8:22 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Helix ultrex new boat question
Replies: 3
Views: 618

Re: Helix ultrex new boat question

Thanks
by Justin Hawkins
Sun Dec 06, 2020 7:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New IGFA Largemouth Record Approved
Replies: 8
Views: 2177

Re: New IGFA Largemouth Record Approved

I keep seeing people post about ifga line class records. What exactly is it? Is it basically the biggest fish caught with a certain pound test line or something?
by Justin Hawkins
Sun Dec 06, 2020 5:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Helix ultrex new boat question
Replies: 3
Views: 618

Helix ultrex new boat question

Getting close to ordering my first boat and have a question. I’m looking to order a ranger rt boat and wanting to go with 8 inch helix units and an ultrex. I’m just not sure which ultrex to go with. Is there an advantage to the mega down imaging one or side imaging, or should I just go universal? Ha...
by Justin Hawkins
Fri Nov 27, 2020 4:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New boat
Replies: 14
Views: 3984

Re: New boat

The phrase you will most likely hear is "we don't have any wiggle room with these tin boats". As far as deciding between the two boats, I personally wouldn't pay the extra for a vexus. They'll both be good boats as long as you get one that was built well. You should take a look at bass bo...
by Justin Hawkins
Thu Nov 26, 2020 1:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New boat
Replies: 14
Views: 3984

Re: New boat

I don’t want to waste the time of a shop owner where I’m not buying though. I’m not sure if there will be good deals at the first of the year or not, not sure how COVID may impact sales and manufacturing capabilities. Might not be too many deals with a lower supply. I just don’t seem to see nearly a...
by Justin Hawkins
Thu Nov 26, 2020 11:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New boat
Replies: 14
Views: 3984

New boat

I’m about a month away from pulling the trigger on a new aluminum bass bot. The two boats I’m looking at are a ranger rt178 and a vexus avx181. I’m looking at a garmin force trolling motor and a couple garmin 73 units. The question I have, is there any room at all for negotiations right now when buy...
by Justin Hawkins
Tue Nov 24, 2020 5:40 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: Looking for used aluminum boat
Replies: 0
Views: 332

Looking for used aluminum boat

In the Seattle area, looking for a 17-19 foot aluminum bass boat like ranger rt, bass tracker, crest liner etc. My budget is 25,000. Thanks
by Justin Hawkins
Sun Nov 01, 2020 3:18 pm
Forum: Vehicle Discussion
Topic: Truck/boat question
Replies: 5
Views: 1669

Re: Truck/boat question

Yeah I’m on another forum and I’m getting the same feedback. If I tow a boat with it to really look at aluminum boats, thanks
by Justin Hawkins
Sun Nov 01, 2020 1:47 pm
Forum: Vehicle Discussion
Topic: Truck/boat question
Replies: 5
Views: 1669

Re: Truck/boat question

Yes it does have 4wd
by Justin Hawkins
Sun Nov 01, 2020 7:06 am
Forum: Vehicle Discussion
Topic: Truck/boat question
Replies: 5
Views: 1669

Truck/boat question

I’m looking at getting out of the kayak game and into my first bass boat. I currently have an 08 4 cylinder Toyota Tacoma with a towing capacity of 3500 pounds so I need to keep the boat on the lighter side. Why are some quality lighter weight boats I should be looking at? Also, there have been a co...