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by BASNFAN
Sat Sep 09, 2023 6:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I am Comfortably Numb
Replies: 1
Views: 688

Re: I am Comfortably Numb

You don't seem to be too upset with the problems you had but I would guess that is because of the good fishing & catching. :)
by BASNFAN
Sat Jul 22, 2023 7:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bait Monkey affects others too
Replies: 6
Views: 916

Re: Bait Monkey affects others too

I was recently given a couple of BPS gift cards for a favor done. In preparation for a trip to BPS, I did a little inventory of my different bait boxes, line, hooks, weights, etc., to see what I might need. Are you kidding me? I need more? I will never use all that I have. I decided to hold the card...
by BASNFAN
Fri Apr 21, 2023 6:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing Shasta
Replies: 0
Views: 452

Fishing Shasta

I took my cousin Charlie up to Shasta and we fished 3 1/2 days beginning on Monday the 17th. A couple of good showers that afternoon but very cold day with best water temp at about 52 degrees. It warmed a little each day (air temp and H2O temp). By Thursday PM, we found some water temps up to 57. Fi...
by BASNFAN
Thu Apr 13, 2023 8:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Traffic Alert to Berryessa
Replies: 11
Views: 2426

Re: Traffic Alert to Berryessa

I am really confused as to where this actually is. Can you get to Markley Cove via Winters? If not, I guess a guy would have to go clear down to Fairfield and cut across from there.
by BASNFAN
Fri Mar 31, 2023 6:19 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Runners for trailer
Replies: 10
Views: 1033

Re: Runners for trailer

The last time I needed new runners on my boat, I bought pressure treated 2X6's and then covered them with my old carpet which was still usable. That was about 4 years ago and they are still fine. I used a hydraulic jack to lift the boat so I could take the old ones out and put in the new ones. I am ...
by BASNFAN
Fri Mar 17, 2023 7:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Berryessa
Replies: 4
Views: 1444

Re: Lake Berryessa

I also have been wondering if anyone has heard how the big fire a few weeks ago was started.
by BASNFAN
Wed Jan 18, 2023 7:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Markley cove
Replies: 2
Views: 712

Re: Markley cove

I drove up there this afternoon and the water is still way down, no where near the base of the glory hole yet. I did notice though, that it looked like the water level was right at the base of their main ramp. Guessing it would have to come up three or more feet, or more, before they open that ramp.
by BASNFAN
Mon Dec 05, 2022 3:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: eyeglass lanyard with float
Replies: 4
Views: 584

Re: eyeglass lanyard with float

Hay Mark, if you don't find what you want, take a cork from a wine bottle and drill a hole thru it the long way. Next make a cut down one side the long way, and then slightly widen that cut enough so you can slip your lanyard into it. Cheap float for a few minutes of your time plus you can drink the...
by BASNFAN
Wed Sep 07, 2022 1:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Gloryhole final goodbye
Replies: 10
Views: 1587

Re: Gloryhole final goodbye

That is really bad news for Glory Hole and all the customers who have depended on them for fuel and gear, etc. I was wondering if there is any other sport/bait shops in the area. If not, I was thinking a new place in the area could be quite an investment seeing as how popular New Melones is for fish...
by BASNFAN
Sun Sep 04, 2022 7:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Binky bug
Replies: 19
Views: 1531

Re: Binky bug

I did not realize what a Binky Bug was at the time but I learned from friends to make them myself. I used a variety of grub style baits and then using sewing needle, I would thread rubber or silicone strands thru the baits. Sometimes to sets of strands and sometimes three sets of strands, depending ...
by BASNFAN
Fri Sep 02, 2022 6:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's
Replies: 17
Views: 1911

Re: Early bass fishing jigs in California 1960- 1970's

Now there are some memories! Back in the early 70's, I fished both the Mattie and the Brawly Bass Bug at Oroville and Berryessa, with great success.
by BASNFAN
Thu Aug 11, 2022 1:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: That Moon plays Havoc with me on Windy Wednesday Night
Replies: 3
Views: 1005

Re: That Moon plays Havoc with me on Windy Wednesday Night

Ouch, but what a story! It made my butt hole pucker! :)
by BASNFAN
Sun Aug 07, 2022 6:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Why I love the Delta so much
Replies: 7
Views: 1405

Re: Why I love the Delta so much

Boy, I am with you on that! I belonged to a club back in the late 70's/early 80's. It was fun and I learned a lot but it just was not my thing. Since then, I was just a weekender, until I retired, when I fished nothing but weekdays. The only pressure I felt was from trying to put my partner onto som...
by BASNFAN
Fri Aug 05, 2022 6:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Hey, Bearded Bassin !!!
Replies: 4
Views: 1338

Re: Hey, Bearded Bassin !!!

I just hope and pray that he and his are alright. Anyone heard from Pops? I cannot see Caleb taking off like that and not posting he was going to be out of town. Whatever, its his private business.
by BASNFAN
Sun Jul 31, 2022 6:21 pm
Forum: Photos
Topic: My Big Fish Gallery
Replies: 20
Views: 6875

Re: My Big Fish Gallery

Thanks, Swimbaits!
by BASNFAN
Sat Jul 30, 2022 8:09 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 7-27-22 RESULTS WINDY WEDNESDAYS
Replies: 3
Views: 1563

Re: 7-27-22 RESULTS WINDY WEDNESDAYS

Has anybody heard anything from Caleb Smith, or about him. I really miss his reports and videos.
by BASNFAN
Sat Jul 30, 2022 8:05 pm
Forum: Photos
Topic: My Big Fish Gallery
Replies: 20
Views: 6875

Re: My Big Fish Gallery

Yes, some great pics of your big fish, which proves you must be doing something right. But instead of just showing off your big fish, I am sure you could share some details of your catches without giving away secret spots - like general area of the state or country, baits used, time of year, etc.
by BASNFAN
Sun Apr 10, 2022 6:23 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: future glitter rocket owner alert...
Replies: 3
Views: 1305

Re: future glitter rocket owner alert...

Now that is the way to do it! I have a young, 11 year old friend from Church that I have been mentoring and got him out a couple times last year and hope to get him out soon for this year.
by BASNFAN
Sat Apr 09, 2022 7:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Favorite worm company
Replies: 14
Views: 2125

Re: Favorite worm company

the first plastic worm I remember came pre-rigged and had a wire running thru it with at least two hooks on it and a little propeller in front. It might have been Cream Lures. Just showing my age.
by BASNFAN
Wed Apr 06, 2022 7:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New PB From Lake Oroville
Replies: 10
Views: 1965

Re: New PB From Lake Oroville

Heck yeah, that is a good fish! I am so jealous!! :) I am old enough though that I remember if you caught a bass at Oroville, it was either a largemouth or a smallmouth.
by BASNFAN
Tue Apr 05, 2022 6:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Favorite worm company
Replies: 14
Views: 2125

Re: Favorite worm company

I could go for either Yamamoto or Robo Worms, but I am surprised that Berkeley has not shown up on the favorites list.
by BASNFAN
Fri Apr 01, 2022 5:50 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Markley Cove Launching
Replies: 3
Views: 863

Re: Markley Cove Launching

Thanks guys, for the info. Cappell is a good option. I will see how I feel when I get up on whatever day I decide I can go. :)
by BASNFAN
Thu Mar 31, 2022 6:44 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Markley Cove Launching
Replies: 3
Views: 863

Markley Cove Launching

I am 81 years young and had my 2nd hip replacement in December, so I am not into long walks yet. Are they still launching at the lower ramp, and if so, is there any intermediate parking or is it "Walk to the top". I haven't bass fished since last June because of the hip problem but hope to...
by BASNFAN
Sat Oct 30, 2021 6:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: California Bass Fishing for Rare MONSTER! Smallmouth Caught at 70ft Looking at DEEP WATER Monsters
Replies: 2
Views: 1050

Re: California Bass Fishing for Rare MONSTER! Smallmouth Caught at 70ft Looking at DEEP WATER Monsters

I know you are really trying hard to put together an entertaining and informative video, but it would sure be nice if you could figure out your sound system so we can hear what is said.
by BASNFAN
Tue Sep 21, 2021 5:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: St Lawrence Giant Smallmouth Bass | Liquid Cinema
Replies: 2
Views: 559

Re: St Lawrence Giant Smallmouth Bass | Liquid Cinema

Awesome video! Awesome fishing! Thanks!
by BASNFAN
Sun Aug 29, 2021 6:50 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NEW VIDEO “Lake Oroville Drought Conditions in the South Fork Near Enterprise Bridge 631ft 8/28/21 | 4K Footage”
Replies: 15
Views: 2451

Re: NEW VIDEO “Lake Oroville Drought Conditions in the South Fork Near Enterprise Bridge 631ft 8/28/21 | 4K Footage”

Wow!!! I started my Oroville fishing the Spring of 1970, fishing from the bank in that last big cove to the right before the Enterprise Bridge. I am too old to recall the name of that cove now, but I caught my biggest Oroville LM that year. It was only 5 1/2 pounds but was awfully big to me. I am 80...
by BASNFAN
Sat Jul 03, 2021 11:05 pm
Forum: Photos
Topic: North Delta
Replies: 1
Views: 2060

Re: North Delta

That is a nice fish in anyone's book! Looks to be in the 6 to 7 lb range. Were you able to weigh it?
by BASNFAN
Fri Jun 04, 2021 6:22 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta's emergency drought barrier on the West False River
Replies: 20
Views: 4355

Re: Delta's emergency drought barrier on the West False River

They built that wall a few years back during a serious draught and later tore it down. I am sure it would be in the same place which was about halfway between where the West end of False River joins the San Joaquin and Fisherman's Cut.
by BASNFAN
Tue Apr 27, 2021 6:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What the water?
Replies: 9
Views: 1814

Re: What the water?

It seems to me we need that outflow as it keeps the saltwater from intruding inland and also protects a lot of Delta farmland, our fisheries, and other wildlife.
by BASNFAN
Fri Apr 23, 2021 5:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shasta fishing for 3 1/2 days
Replies: 1
Views: 640

Shasta fishing for 3 1/2 days

Shasta fishing was crazy this year compared to most years . Between my partner and I, we boated 72 bass and one crappie in the 3 1/2 days. Usually we do that many for both of us in one day. Biggest was pushing 2 lbs. The crappie though was 14 1/2 inches and provided more meet and bigger filets than ...
by BASNFAN
Fri Apr 16, 2021 6:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Spawning at Lake shasta
Replies: 5
Views: 1645

Re: Spawning at Lake shasta

Thanks guys! I go up every year but just a little later normally, so I guess I will find out when we get there on Monday. And I always have to stop by Phils during the trip for a little info and to leave a few bucks behind. :)
by BASNFAN
Thu Apr 15, 2021 6:59 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Spawning at Lake shasta
Replies: 5
Views: 1645

Spawning at Lake shasta

Hi guys! I will be fishing Shasta Monday thru Friday this next week. I would guess that there might be some early spawning going on about now but would most likely guess that the majority of bass are staging and in pre-spawn. Can anyone confirm or deny? Thanks in advance.
by BASNFAN
Thu Mar 25, 2021 5:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Umbrella rigs - a little help please
Replies: 8
Views: 2183

Re: Umbrella rigs - a little help please

Thanks for the help guys! I put together a rig based on Tactical Bassin tutorial and used it today and got absolutely no bites at all. I did use too heavy a jig head on my three hooked baits and will be lightening them up. But I can't say there was any other problem with the set up as no matter what...
by BASNFAN
Tue Mar 23, 2021 6:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Umbrella rigs - a little help please
Replies: 8
Views: 2183

Umbrella rigs - a little help please

I bought my first umbrella rig today and plan on trying it at Lake berryessa on Thursday. First, it is my understanding that in California, we can have baits attached with three hooks. There are five snap swivels off the five arms for five baits. What do you put on the other two? Do you rig them on ...
by BASNFAN
Fri Jan 15, 2021 6:38 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bidwell Ramp Conditions?
Replies: 6
Views: 1136

Re: Bidwell Ramp Conditions?

I fished out of Bidwell on Wednesday and everything was great. There is construction equipment around and I was given to understand that some days launching can be delayed or prohibited, but no way to find out in advance.
by BASNFAN
Wed Dec 02, 2020 7:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Stripers
Replies: 4
Views: 1867

Re: Delta Stripers

thanks floater, that was more info than I actually expected. Good on YOU!
by BASNFAN
Tue Dec 01, 2020 7:52 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Video Berryessa SLAM
Replies: 4
Views: 1157

Re: New Video Berryessa SLAM

I do enjoy your life thoughts and lessons as they are usually right on. However, I would like to hear more about what you are doing when fishing, like info about your bait, how you are fishing it, the depth you are fishing that day, etc. But do keep it comeing.
by BASNFAN
Tue Dec 01, 2020 7:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Stripers
Replies: 4
Views: 1867

Re: Delta Stripers

Hay floater, I understand top water in the morning but what are you doing when fishing 15 to 25 ft during the day? Trolling? Tossing deep divers? etc.
by BASNFAN
Mon Nov 09, 2020 7:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Boat
Replies: 13
Views: 3442

Re: Bass Boat

You really don't need a regular bass boat. I got you by about 10 years now. I don't fish tournaments but I used to have a 17 ft Nitro. About 13 years ago, I figured out that it is easier to fall off a bass boat than say a multi-specie boat. I then purchased a 17 ft Fisher, multi specie with built in...
by BASNFAN
Sat Nov 07, 2020 7:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake Webcam
Replies: 5
Views: 5547

Re: Clear Lake Webcam

I really don't fish Clear Lake but I am curious about the orientation of that photo. I am guessing if is looking mostly looking West. Is that right?
by BASNFAN
Mon Sep 14, 2020 6:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Introducing Florida strain bass into Delta
Replies: 7
Views: 2951

Re: Introducing Florida strain bass into Delta

Very interesting history lesson. I will be trying once again for my first double digit bass on Thursday. If I were to catch one, I would have these gentlemen to thank!
by BASNFAN
Mon Aug 10, 2020 6:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: First day fishing with grandson
Replies: 4
Views: 1851

Re: First day fishing with grandson

Happy kid and proud Grandpa! I bet he is hooked for life now.
by BASNFAN
Wed Jun 17, 2020 6:23 pm
Forum: Kayaks and Kick Boats
Topic: Lake Oroville Tank
Replies: 4
Views: 2868

Re: Lake Oroville Tank

Yeah, they are in there. Its just that not many of us who catch them like that. Congratulations!
by BASNFAN
Mon Jun 08, 2020 6:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Calculating Bass Weight
Replies: 8
Views: 2896

Re: Calculating Bass Weight

so who is going to take the time to figure out what the grams and millimeters are in inches and pounds?
by BASNFAN
Sat Jun 06, 2020 7:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Melones
Replies: 13
Views: 3535

Re: New Melones

I posted above. I do have a theory on my incident. My boat is an aluminum multi specie and sits to high out of the water for a small snake to climb aboard. We had checked all around the engine multiple times without seeing the snake. I am thinking that he made it into the livewell drain hole and the...
by BASNFAN
Fri Jun 05, 2020 7:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Melones
Replies: 13
Views: 3535

Re: New Melones

I have a similar story from New Melones last year. A small rattler about 16 to 18 inches swam out to my boat and my buddy slapped at it with his pole and the thing disappeared. We kept looking around and never did see it again. We left for home the next day where I covered the boat and put it in the...
by BASNFAN
Wed May 20, 2020 7:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Auto inflate PDF bladders
Replies: 6
Views: 1128

Re: Auto inflate PDF bladders

I think that is what happened to mine a couple of weeks ago. I don't know if you saw my post from yesterday, but I had a question about the replacement cylinders. Mine was a screw in cylinder and the one I bought to replace it has a bayonet attachment screwed onto the cylinder. There was nothing in ...
by BASNFAN
Tue May 19, 2020 6:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Recharging a live vest
Replies: 0
Views: 583

Recharging a live vest

I picked up a recharge kit for my vest today and when I got home I found it has a bayonet attachment and on my vest the cylinder just threads in. It looks like the bayonet is just threaded onto the new cylinder. Can I just unthread the the bayonet piece and then thread in the new cylinder into my ve...
by BASNFAN
Mon May 18, 2020 10:32 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: More Lake Berryessa re-openings!
Replies: 3
Views: 2503

Re: More Lake Berryessa re-openings!

Thanks, that is exactly what I was looking for.
by BASNFAN
Sun May 17, 2020 6:23 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Re: Ca Delta Post Spawn Bass Fishing. (VIDEO)
Replies: 9
Views: 1826

Re: Ca Delta Post Spawn Bass Fishing. (VIDEO)

Yes, I guess my earlier response was kind of "catty" and I apologize for that. Still, some info such as water temps, tide info, etc., could not hurt.