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by Ridge_Runner20
Mon Jul 27, 2009 7:37 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake
Replies: 7
Views: 1573

Re: Clear Lake

After all those fish kills, dont we need to replant clear lake with Florida's again? How often should this be done? Fish kills? The only significant "fish kills" I remember at Clear Lake were the big carp die-off late last year (virus, IIRC), the normal hitch die-offs in late-winter/sprin...
by Ridge_Runner20
Fri Jul 17, 2009 2:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pics of the New Ranger Z521
Replies: 19
Views: 7087

Re: Pics of the New Ranger Z521

Love it, love it, LOVE IT! Except... those gawd awful wheels on the trailer! :x YYYEEECCCHHH!!!!!

RR_20
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat May 16, 2009 5:45 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SWAMP DONKEY ?
Replies: 5
Views: 1236

Re: SWAMP DONKEY ?

Any one fished with Reaction Innovation's SWAMP DONKEY frog ? I just bought one last night and will be fishing it saturday on the delta, how does this frog compare with the Spro and Snag proof ? The Swamp Donkey appears to be more narrow and longer than the other one's, will this allow it to "...
by Ridge_Runner20
Fri May 15, 2009 8:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Good Place To Eat in Lakeport - Clear Lake ?
Replies: 16
Views: 1981

Re: Good Place To Eat in Lakeport - Clear Lake ?

Although I haven't been there in a couple years, Park Place, just up from the Library Park ramp, used to be very good. It's mostly a pasta, steak and seafood place, and has a real nice covered patio up on the roof if the weather's not too hot. It's always been one of my favorites. RR_20 +1. Ridgeru...
by Ridge_Runner20
Thu May 14, 2009 9:50 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Good Place To Eat in Lakeport - Clear Lake ?
Replies: 16
Views: 1981

Re: Good Place To Eat in Lakeport - Clear Lake ?

Although I haven't been there in a couple years, Park Place, just up from the Library Park ramp, used to be very good. It's mostly a pasta, steak and seafood place, and has a real nice covered patio up on the roof if the weather's not too hot. It's always been one of my favorites.

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by Ridge_Runner20
Sat May 09, 2009 3:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Californians $$$?
Replies: 27
Views: 4141

Re: Californians $$$?

I will never forget when Wil Rakowitz at Angler's Marine said, "You can't buy talent." Agreed 100%! That said, I always try to acquire the best equipment I can afford, but IMHO, Steez, GLX, Calais, etc. are not going to turn you into the next Dobyns or KVD. Quality rods and reels are impo...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat May 09, 2009 1:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Optimax ?
Replies: 4
Views: 834

Re: Optimax ?

My guess would be a piece of trash stuck in one or both of the thermostats. You can pull the T-stat covers off and check yourself, or have a mechanic hook the motor to a computer to monitor the temp. of each head individually. Whichever head fails to warm up will be the culprit.

Good luck!

RR_20
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat May 09, 2009 1:50 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Revenge Spinnerbaits
Replies: 49
Views: 9142

Re: Revenge Spinnerbaits

It's not uncommon to break blades where the wire meets the lead head...especially if your bangin' rocks. If Revenge doesn't come through for you check out Blade Runner's line. Rick ties most of his blades with atleast .050 musky wire. +1!!!! If I'm fishing any blade larger than 3/8oz., it will be a...
by Ridge_Runner20
Tue Apr 28, 2009 7:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 200HP 2000 Optimax
Replies: 15
Views: 6259

Re: 200HP 2000 Optimax

Ridge Runner, What are the symptoms of a failed injector? When my merc sputters out of the hole...I usually add some "ring free" to my gas and it clears up. Can't clear it this time...thought I bought some bad marina gas but after pumping it out and running fresh gas....symptom still exis...
by Ridge_Runner20
Tue Apr 28, 2009 5:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 200HP 2000 Optimax
Replies: 15
Views: 6259

Re: 200HP 2000 Optimax

While on the topic of reeds . What kind of reeds do the 2002 and newer motors have in em and can a guy get any more power by changing to carbon fibre . Can't speak for other brands, but the standard Merc Optis still use the SS reeds, while the ProXS motors use carbon fiber. Since switching to carbo...
by Ridge_Runner20
Mon Apr 27, 2009 6:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 200HP 2000 Optimax
Replies: 15
Views: 6259

Re: 200HP 2000 Optimax

Make sure fiberglass reeds have been installed. Especially if the motor has had a hotfoot on it. The old reeds would break and crack and make problems according to my mechanic. Not to pick a nit, but make sure the reeds are carbon fiber, NOT fiberglass. Boyesen made some ill-fated fiberglass reeds ...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sun Apr 26, 2009 3:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pointer 128
Replies: 3
Views: 1138

Re: Pointer 128

Doug Hodel wrote:I am going to Clearlake next weekend and wanted to throw the Pointer 128. Any suggestion on line?
12# Yo-Zuri Hybrid works very well for me.

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by Ridge_Runner20
Sat Mar 28, 2009 5:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: boat repair shops?
Replies: 9
Views: 1364

Re: boat repair shops?

Gator wrote:Capital City Marine in Citrus Heights..........Phil and Mike/Mike will take care of ya.
+3... Don't even think twice. The folks at Capitol City are great. Once you've been there, you'll be a customer for life!

RR_20
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat Mar 07, 2009 3:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CATO LITTLE BITS
Replies: 12
Views: 1757

Re: CATO LITTLE BITS

I'm 99% sure I've seen TONS of them at the Fisherman's Warehouse store in Sacramento. You might give them a call to verify.

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by Ridge_Runner20
Tue Mar 03, 2009 4:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Any Mechanic's out there
Replies: 2
Views: 672

Re: Any Mechanic's out there

If you're anywhere in NorCal, take it in to Phillip at Capitol City Marine in Citrus Heights. He'll have you back on the water in no time, and trust me, you'll be a customer for life!

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by Ridge_Runner20
Tue Feb 10, 2009 12:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Any one out there own a 188vs???
Replies: 9
Views: 1501

Re: Any one out there own a 188vs???

Have him give Mike a call at Capitol City Marine. Great folks, great service! He won't regret it!

RR_20
by Ridge_Runner20
Wed Jan 21, 2009 8:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best Fish, When and How?
Replies: 38
Views: 4844

Re: Best Fish, When and How?

LMB - 11lb. 4oz., Lake Amador, 8" Carolina rigged lizard (Junebug)

SPOT - 6lb. 8oz., Folsom Lake, 1/4oz. Rodstrainer jig (brown/purple)

SMB - 4lb.+, Folsom Lake, Zoom Super Fluke (Silver Rainbow)

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by Ridge_Runner20
Sun Jan 11, 2009 9:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BEST LINE FOR JIGS ON CLEAR COLD MOTHERLODE LAKES
Replies: 8
Views: 1149

Re: BEST LINE FOR JIGS ON CLEAR COLD MOTHERLODE LAKES

mvanguilder wrote:12 and 15lb Yo-Zuri Hybrid in clear or green.
+1...

RR_20
by Ridge_Runner20
Sun Nov 09, 2008 7:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wanted Ranger 520VX
Replies: 8
Views: 1804

Re: Wanted Ranger 520VX

Fish Trap, if I were you I'd look real hard at the new Ranger 208. Same hull, cap and layout as the 520, but more stylish consoles and seating. I also understand this model sells for considerably less than any of the Comanche series boats, but you'll still have all the advantages and warranties of a...
by Ridge_Runner20
Fri Nov 07, 2008 9:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Football Jig Trailers?
Replies: 20
Views: 4156

Re: Football Jig Trailers?

If you are talking about a "bare naked" football head then the nod goes to full sized (5" I think) Yamamoto Hula Grub. If you are talking a football head with a rubber skirt then the Paca Chunk . Agreed. I like the Paca Chunk for anything 1/2oz+ and the Paca Chunk Jr. for lighter jig...
by Ridge_Runner20
Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: lowrance x97
Replies: 13
Views: 2405

Re: lowrance x97

you saying to run a ground from the trolling motor pulg receptical to the skeg?? how did you attach to the skeg? drill a hole in it or?? Yes. First off, make sure you've disconnected your TM batteries before doing anything! Next, remove your TM receptacle from the bow so you can access the neg. lea...
by Ridge_Runner20
Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What is your favorite swimbait and jig rods / reels setup
Replies: 30
Views: 4583

Re: What is your favorite swimbait and jig rods / reels setu

For jigs, Powell 703C (1/4-1/2oz.) and 704C (1/2oz+) are my favorites. I pair them with a Quantum Accurist PT500 baitcaster (6.3:1) and 10-15lb. Yo-Zuri Hybrid... good to go!

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by Ridge_Runner20
Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 15lb P-Line CXX for Super Spook?
Replies: 19
Views: 2755

Re: 15lb P-Line CXX for Super Spook?

Paint the last 12" of your braid with ChapStick or candlewax to prevent the line from catching the front hook on a topwater. We used to use it all the time for mono when throwing prop baits back in the day, and it works just as well on braid.

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by Ridge_Runner20
Mon Nov 03, 2008 7:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: lowrance x97
Replies: 13
Views: 2405

Re: lowrance x97

It's RF interference from your TM, and as I found out the hard way, there's only one surefire cure. You will need to run a ground wire from the negative lead on your TM wiring (at the plug recepticle) to the skeg of the motor itself. IIRC, I believe I used a length of 18 gauge wire. This will cure t...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sun Jul 13, 2008 7:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clearlake Bass Caught TOO Deep?
Replies: 23
Views: 3459

Re: Clearlake Bass Caught TOO Deep?

Sounds like you did just fine. I had the same thing happen last year fishing with my kids at CL. My son caught a 6# and my daughter a 5#, both from about 25'-27' of water. After taking a few pics of each, the 6# went right back down with no problem, while the 5# struggled on the surface and was unab...
by Ridge_Runner20
Mon Jun 02, 2008 8:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Have you heard about Capitol City Marine?
Replies: 8
Views: 1845

Re: Have you heard about Capitol City Marine?

I just wanted to pass this info along. I am not a big time pro or make my living in a bass boat but I sure was treated that way :!: Saturday morning my 02 518 with a Opti 200 sucked a reed :cry: thankfully it was a fiber so it didn't do any damage. Now I have a boat that won't run and a tourny the ...
by Ridge_Runner20
Tue May 27, 2008 5:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Thank you Capitol City Marine
Replies: 5
Views: 1019

Re: Thank you Capitol City Marine

You guys said a mouthful. Phil and both Mikes are straight-up great folks to deal with, and they did me right on service for my motor as well. The combination of great folks and great service has made me a customer for life. Thanks guys!

RR_20 - Mike Lucchesi
by Ridge_Runner20
Thu May 22, 2008 9:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Frog?
Replies: 27
Views: 3878

Re: Frog?

River2Sea Bully Wa 65 in the black/yellow head, "coot", or the white/yellow head. Remove ~ 1/3 of the rubber strands from each leg, trim them ~ 1/2", add a few glass rattles, and you're good to go. I find my strike to hookup ratio is about 75-80% on this frog, the best of any I've use...
by Ridge_Runner20
Thu May 22, 2008 8:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Frog Rod Recommendations
Replies: 29
Views: 5322

Re: G-Loomis Frog Rod

Although some guys like the longer rods for froggin' (7' 2"+), my preference is a 7' H, fast action Shimano Clarus. I feel I have better control of the frog with the slightly shorter rod and also find it easier to "walk the frog". :wink: I've caught hundreds of frog fish on this rod u...
by Ridge_Runner20
Thu May 15, 2008 8:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: We've Lost a Friend In Kyle Clements!
Replies: 87
Views: 25843

Re: We've Lost a Friend In Kyle Clements!

My deepest condolences to the Clement family. May Kyle rest in peace.

Mike Lucchesi
by Ridge_Runner20
Sun Apr 20, 2008 5:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I SCREAM FOUL!
Replies: 67
Views: 10080

Re:Real names

Hey, Ridge_Runner20 I know you :lol: How is everything going up in Sac :?: Mike Matthews A.K.A. Mr.(gambler best bass boats built) U.S.N. 1963-1969 :wink: Hey MM, see you down in Fresburg real soon on my next trip to VR & G. Can't wait to fish Millerton again! Gettin' tired of Clear Lake, Folso...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat Apr 19, 2008 7:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I SCREAM FOUL!
Replies: 67
Views: 10080

Re:Real names

Who the hell is Skeet? :lol:

RR_20 - Mike Lucchesi
by Ridge_Runner20
Wed Apr 16, 2008 7:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: California lakes Spinnerbait tactics
Replies: 8
Views: 1465

Re: California lakes Spinnerbait tactics

blade runner 3/8, 5/8, or 1 oz. spinnerbaits. They have a color for just about any condition. here is the web site. www.bladerunnertackle.com and they also make killer delta spinner baits Elliott BladeRunner blades are my pick as well, especially the 5/8 and 1 oz. models. They are awesome! RR_20
by Ridge_Runner20
Fri Apr 11, 2008 8:41 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: LuckyCraft's new color, and 6 hours of therapy
Replies: 19
Views: 4254

Re: LuckyCraft's new color, and 6 hours of therapy

Gary, being that I too am recovering from my latest surgery...my doc has prescribed 4 more weeks of PT before I can be officially released. I plan to try your form of PT hopefully Friday. Wish I had some of the same color meds that you have...being a rippin' freak that I am. I tried (gentle) rippin...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat Mar 08, 2008 9:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BIG thanks to Capitol City Marine...
Replies: 1
Views: 435

BIG thanks to Capitol City Marine...

Just wanted to extend a big thank you to Mike VanWagner, Phil Mazzi and everyone else at Capitol City Marine. My motor recently had some issues and they took great care of me. Great service, great folks!

Thanks again!

Mike Lucchesi
by Ridge_Runner20
Mon Feb 11, 2008 4:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 21.08 to win WON Vineyard today
Replies: 10
Views: 1637

Re: 21.08 to win WON Vineyard today

KB....are we considered ''old guys" now? Yes , Gary O and Symmons are old guys....but I think you and I are still "old guys in training". That said, it's nice to see that guys like Gary and Dave can still catch 'em. That means there is hope for us! Great job Gary and Dave! No, no... ...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat Jan 26, 2008 6:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake Weather
Replies: 18
Views: 3155

Re: Clear Lake Weather

I recall talking to Ross England at the Sacramento ISE at this time last year, and he was telling me about a tournament he had just fished the week prior at Clear Lake... and blanked. In fact, he told me neither he nor his partner had a single bite the entire day. Obviously a tough day when one of t...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat Jan 26, 2008 6:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Braid Knots?
Replies: 13
Views: 1852

Re: Braid Knots?

Double Uni-Knot...

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by Ridge_Runner20
Tue Jan 15, 2008 9:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: ISE Thursday - roll call
Replies: 20
Views: 2074

Re: ISE Thursday - roll call

I'll be there... BassTrix or not! :cry:

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by Ridge_Runner20
Tue Jan 15, 2008 8:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 100% Berryessa.......Any Results??
Replies: 7
Views: 1965

Re: 100% Berryessa.......Any Results??

Oh, no! First it was just Caudawg, but now it's "SON OF CAUDAWG"! :lol: Lock up the women and children... he's ba-ack! Great job guys!

RR_20 - aka Mikie/roomie
by Ridge_Runner20
Fri Aug 03, 2007 5:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Buff Hendricks Rods
Replies: 2
Views: 631

Re: Buff Hendricks Rods

Buff Hendricks' rods? I haven't seen one of those since I watched Gary Klein use one to whack crankbait fish out of Ray Scott's private pond in an episode of The Bassmasters way back in about 1990! Geez, mister, how old are you? :twisted: Don't know about the Buff rods, but I do know where there's s...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat Jul 21, 2007 8:16 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: quantum energy pt baitcast reels
Replies: 19
Views: 4657

Re: quantum energy pt baitcast reels

You might also try the Quantum Accurist AC500PT reel. At about $129 retail, it's reasonably priced and includes the same PT hard gearing as the Energy series. And I tend to disagree regarding the drag systems on the Quantum PT reels; I find them comparable to, if not better than, any of the other to...
by Ridge_Runner20
Mon Jul 02, 2007 8:02 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Stupid question on boat tax...
Replies: 4
Views: 886

Re: Stupid question on boat tax...

Thanks very much to you all. I was hoping differently, but kind of suspected as much. Guess I'll have to set aside some extra $$$$ for that as well. Looks like I'll have about $1.95 left toward my new boat purchase. :evil:

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by Ridge_Runner20
Mon Jul 02, 2007 5:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Stupid question on boat tax...
Replies: 4
Views: 886

Stupid question on boat tax...

I am going to be in the market for a newer used boat in the not too distant future, and was wondering about having to pay sales tax if purchased from a private individual. I understand having to pay registration and licensing to the CA DMV, but the sales tax should already have been paid by the orig...
by Ridge_Runner20
Mon Jun 25, 2007 7:27 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: frogging
Replies: 4
Views: 1458

Re: frogging

Yeah, what basstamer said. I've never tried the Step Wa frog, but I LOVE the Bully Wa 65! As far as them sinking, the newer frog with the little plastic pearl colored bead where the hook meets the body seems to have cured most of that problem. I might have to purge the frog every 20 casts or so, and...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat Jun 02, 2007 5:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Help an Out-of-Stater Prepare for Clearlake
Replies: 11
Views: 1588

Re: Help an Out-of-Stater Prepare for Clearlake

From what I've read, we probably won't be fishing at 25 - 35' as we'll be doing at Lake Fork that time of year! Actually, you may well be, depending on which portion of the lake you choose to fish. I took the kids out today and we caught several nice fish including a 6 and a 5 from water as deep as...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat May 26, 2007 2:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pardee LMB
Replies: 29
Views: 4643

Re: Dammit Chris! Enough already!

Isn't it interesting that the famed trophy bass fisheries of SoCal (Dixon, Castaic, Casitas, Otay, etc.) are ecologically far more similar to Pardee than they are to either Clear Lake or the Delta? The specific ecology of a lake (oligotrophic [Pardee] vs. eutrophic [Clear Lake, Delta]) has little to...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat May 26, 2007 1:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rod/Reel choices on a budget
Replies: 11
Views: 2172

Re: Rod/Reel choices on a budget

Actually, Shimano may fit that budget just fine. The Clarus series of rods sell for between $60-$70 (mostly depending on length, I believe), and also carry a lifetime warranty - hard to beat at that price. I also really like the Bass Pro Extreme series of rods, and you can often find them on sale fo...
by Ridge_Runner20
Sat May 19, 2007 4:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How about Rob Riehl's insane charge into 2nd place!!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 679

Re: How about Rob Riehl's insane charge into 2nd place!!!!

Agreed! Rob is a nice young man and I wish him the best. He might just be the best young Delta stick few have ever heard of.

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by Ridge_Runner20
Fri May 18, 2007 2:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 25 BLOW-UPS ON SPOOK AND ONLY 2 IN THE BOAT
Replies: 28
Views: 3894

Re: 25 BLOW-UPS ON SPOOK AND ONLY 2 IN THE BOAT

7 FT HEAVY ROD Hey Jigs, That could be a big part of your problem right there. I always throw a Spook with a moderate action, graphite-composite rod (like you would for crankbaits). Personally, I use the Bass Pro Shops Crankin' Stick in the 7' MH action. The composite blank and moderate, parabolic ...