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by Flippinjigs
Fri Feb 16, 2018 12:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Back in the day patches.
Replies: 1
Views: 2939

Back in the day patches.

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by Flippinjigs
Fri Mar 31, 2017 5:25 pm
Forum: Vehicle Discussion
Topic: Ranger Live Well Valve (V3) Flow-Rite (Rec, Empty, Auto)
Replies: 0
Views: 5268

Ranger Live Well Valve (V3) Flow-Rite (Rec, Empty, Auto)

Here is some info which may be known by some and not by others. I thought I would share it with you any aways it can save you some cash if your good with you hands. I own a classic Ranger Z-20 a 2005 model the first year the Z boats came out (now 12 years old). My boat has a three position Live well...
by Flippinjigs
Sat Apr 30, 2016 8:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: B & W Resort Ranger Spare Tire Cover Ripped off
Replies: 7
Views: 3508

B & W Resort Ranger Spare Tire Cover Ripped off

Had a great day on the Delta Friday even though the fishing was kind of tough for us. Launched from B & W Resort Friday around 11:00 am. Parked my Ranger Trail in the parking lot. The parking lot was packed Empty Trailers, Pre fishing for the up coming Delta FLW Tournament I assume. When I parke...
by Flippinjigs
Tue May 10, 2011 4:36 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Turtle swimbaits, anyone?
Replies: 9
Views: 2742

Re: Turtle swimbaits, anyone?

MILEHI,
In the Glenn Lau's Bigmouth video it was a baby duck swimming long the surface. It gets hammered, sucked under and then gets spit out. Really cool I still have that tape. Them bass eat anything I've had a rat spit out in my live well at the Delta. :shock:

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Tue May 10, 2011 4:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tru-Tungsten?
Replies: 14
Views: 3074

Re: Tru-Tungsten?

Thanks mike I'm trying to contact Picasso Lure. They picked up some of tru-tungsten's product line..


Good fishin
by Flippinjigs
Tue May 10, 2011 4:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: driving rough water
Replies: 17
Views: 6462

Re: driving rough water

THIS IS GREAT POST. I'VE HAD MY OWN HAIR RAISING EXPERIENCES ALSO. I PREFER THE SLOW STAY ON PAD AND RIDE UP AND DOWN METHOD. I ONLY HAVE ONE OTHER THING THAT I MIGHT ADD; THAT IS TO CLOSE YOUR MOUTH IF YOU STUFF A WAVE; A HALF GALLON OF CLEAR LAKE WATER WILL GIVE YOU THE RUNS :oops:

GOOD FISHIN
by Flippinjigs
Tue May 10, 2011 3:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tru-Tungsten?
Replies: 14
Views: 3074

Re: Tru-Tungsten?

NOW THAT I FOUND TRU-TUNGSTEN AT PICASSO LURES. THE PICASSO WEB SITE GIVES YOU THE RUN AROUND. I'M UNABLE TO COME UP WITH ANY CONTACT INFO. ANYONE OUT THERE KNOW HOW I CAN GET TO TALK TO SOMEONE FROM THIS COMPANY? :?:
THANK YOU


GOOD FISHIN
by Flippinjigs
Fri May 06, 2011 9:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Frog Rod
Replies: 20
Views: 3856

Re: Frog Rod

The Bass Pro Shop Extreme Trigger EXT710HT 7'10", power: heavy, action: extra fast. Item # 21-156-768-00. Use a 7.0:1 reel. The rod sells for $99.99 However they go on sale several times a year (some time as low as $59.99). One draw back to useing this rod you got to have a strong arm to repeat...
by Flippinjigs
Fri May 06, 2011 6:13 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: FLW Pics
Replies: 5
Views: 1961

Re: FLW Pics

Thanks for the pictures.

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Fri May 06, 2011 5:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tru-Tungsten?
Replies: 14
Views: 3074

Re: Tru-Tungsten?

Thanks mmalinao
Your Right they have products on the Picasso web site that I'm looking for.

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Fri May 06, 2011 5:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mark Casey FLW Day 2
Replies: 0
Views: 810

Mark Casey FLW Day 2

GOOD LUCK MARK CASEY, FAIRFIELD, CA. Day 1: 17.12 pounds, Day 2: 29.06 pounds: Total = 47.02 Great 2nd day total (the bigest stringer on day 2) sitting @ 3rd. We are rooting for you to win it all.

Dad :D :D :D :D :D
by Flippinjigs
Fri May 06, 2011 5:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cul-m-rite
Replies: 16
Views: 5772

Re: Cul-m-rite

Like i said I have a Cul-m-Rite, I've never used this Rapala scale. I was under the impresstion when it was rated for 15 pounds.That was total weight that it would quantify (total stored weight). Thank you, I stand corrected; I knew you guys wouldn't let me down. However I still like my own system. ...
by Flippinjigs
Mon May 02, 2011 9:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cul-m-rite
Replies: 16
Views: 5772

Re: Cul-m-rite

Nice scale! The Rapala Touch Screen weighting scale seems to be pretty affordable and has everthing covered, if your fishing Oroville. BUT; what would you do if your fishing the Delta or Clear Lake and had weights over the 15 pound stored weight capacity of this scale? Weght fish a scond time and wr...
by Flippinjigs
Mon May 02, 2011 8:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tru-Tungsten?
Replies: 14
Views: 3074

Tru-Tungsten?

Been trying to contact Bob at Tru-Tungsten, however the Email keeps getting sent back to me. I can't log on to their web site. I get kicked into a generic fishing web site???? Does anyone know if they are still in in business???

Thanks

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Tue Mar 15, 2011 11:27 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CUDA Fishing Line
Replies: 6
Views: 2080

Re: CUDA Fishing Line

For all of us that liked this fishing line: I found that CUDA is no longer in business. However, anyone who needs 20 or 30 pound test can sitll get some At Tracy Oasis Marina, on Grat Line Canal. I just talked to the tackle shop @ 1205 03/15/11 and she said she has some left (how much? I didn't ask)...
by Flippinjigs
Sun Mar 13, 2011 6:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CUDA Fishing Line
Replies: 6
Views: 2080

Re: CUDA Fishing Line

Thank you for the web site I have already been there.
by Flippinjigs
Sun Mar 13, 2011 4:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CUDA Fishing Line
Replies: 6
Views: 2080

CUDA Fishing Line

Does anyone know where I can purchase spools of CUDA Platinum fishing line lets say from # 6 to 20 pound test? I email the company, however I was hoping someone here might have a quick answer. I can't find no other info on their products other than whats on their web site (not even ebay). Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Fri Sep 17, 2010 6:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta Dinks!!
Replies: 20
Views: 3809

Re: Delta Dinks!!

[quote="swimbait"]Don't feel bad. Delta in the fall is like this a lot.

It's been fall all year! :P

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Fri Sep 17, 2010 5:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shore fishing on the Delta (Grizzly Island/Suisun Area)
Replies: 6
Views: 13435

Re: Shore fishing on the Delta (Grizzly Island/Suisun Area)

I have fished Grizzly Island, Joice Island, Montazuma slough, and most of the sloughs in the wild life preserve for more than 30 years. I have fished by boat and on foot (off the bank). Some area's are only accessible by foot or peddling a bike (no motors). PM me and let me know what type of fish yo...
by Flippinjigs
Mon Sep 13, 2010 8:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Chine walk video
Replies: 32
Views: 6214

Re: Chine walk video

I'm really interested to see if you could ever stop the boat from chine walking. Your over powered now, tweeking up you ECU, and your boats hull is not rated for that much power (too light). You will only be riding on the engine cavitation plate if you plan on running wide open. You may not have eno...
by Flippinjigs
Sun Sep 12, 2010 10:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Curados?
Replies: 6
Views: 1724

Re: Curados?

If you can't find one local. You can sometimes find a good deal on ebay.

Good Luck
Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Sun Sep 12, 2010 10:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: This is not directly fishing related but PISSES me off!
Replies: 102
Views: 15326

Re: This is not directly fishing related but PISSES me off!

This is very entertaining. A lot of good points, jabs, knock out blows and strikes. I must admitt You guys are the best. Being a state employee for CalTrans. I pay into my retirement similar to a 401, it's not a free pass (If you didn't know). :shock: "NO ON 25" Don't give your elected led...
by Flippinjigs
Fri Sep 10, 2010 4:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: We have lost Sandy Young
Replies: 50
Views: 10457

Re: We have lost Sandy Young

WOW! SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THIS VERY SAD NEWS. WE HAVE KNOWN SANDY & MARK SINCE THE NEW BASS TEAM EVENTS.

:(
by Flippinjigs
Sat Sep 04, 2010 9:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Dragging VS Trolling in a tourny..
Replies: 52
Views: 7796

Re: Dragging VS Trolling in a tourny..

This is something that has a long history of debate. It's been called strolling, trolling, dragging and might have a few other names. Hard to define. An article was even written in an early 1980's copy of BassMaster Magizine on this subject. They don't call that electric motor on the front of your b...
by Flippinjigs
Sat Sep 04, 2010 9:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass Boat Seat Belts
Replies: 36
Views: 9720

Re: Bass Boat Seat Belts

I would much rather have an ejection seat that you can pull a "D" ring and be tossed into the air clear of everthing! :lol:
by Flippinjigs
Sat Sep 04, 2010 8:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Miller Punch Weights and a Bass N' Tuber
Replies: 4
Views: 1351

Re: Miller Punch Weights and a Bass N' Tuber

I use the Miller punching weights. They work very well. Just Be careful. As mentioned in the video you don't want them weights coming back to you at a high rate of speed after pulling a snag free. They have a very sharp point at each end. In fact you don't want to let one slip from your fingers eith...
by Flippinjigs
Sat Sep 04, 2010 8:46 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Any one catchin Delta fish?
Replies: 8
Views: 2551

Re: Any one catchin Delta fish?

Went Wednesday had a good rip bite on the first 30 minutes of the morning tide change then slow the rest of the day had lots of blowups on frogs but only one hookup Yes thats what I've been thinking about day dreaming (Top Water). But I've been working too much to take advantage of the warm water a...
by Flippinjigs
Sat Sep 04, 2010 8:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing Big Bear?
Replies: 11
Views: 1679

Re: Fishing Big Bear?

tALLkAN wrote:damn. your old school buddy :lol:
Yes I've been fishing while, and can get them most of the time. No one ever gets younger in life. You will be there someday too. 4" Blackberry Manns Jelly worm using a #4 split shot. Now thats old school (late 70's) :P

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Fri Sep 03, 2010 7:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Top 10 signs ( Not Politically correct )
Replies: 12
Views: 2899

Re: Top 10 signs ( Not Politically correct )

I think he needs a higher suspension lift kit so he can't see anything in front of or in back of him. Two more inches of lift will do.

It's a good thing no kids where there.

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Fri Sep 03, 2010 6:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Got the 250 SHO back today
Replies: 3
Views: 1236

Re: Got the 250 SHO back today

Cool motor I test drove one. I would like to have one, But I just can't justify the expense my Yamaha 225HPI is only 5 yeras old with very low hours. You got love break ins.


Be Careful
Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Fri Sep 03, 2010 6:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: cableas trying to save fishing lead products
Replies: 17
Views: 2975

Re: cableas trying to save fishing lead products

I got the same email. Deleted!!!!

Don't Bite down on the split shots.

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Fri Sep 03, 2010 6:18 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Any one catchin Delta fish?
Replies: 8
Views: 2551

Any one catchin Delta fish?

I have been assigned the day shift on the Mokelumne River Bridge (0600-1400 Tues-Fri) all of September. Using my binoculars I've watched several boats in the last three days fish both sides of the Mokelumne River and all around the draw bridge. I saw only one LM bass caught in three days (Buzz Bait)...
by Flippinjigs
Fri Sep 03, 2010 5:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing Big Bear?
Replies: 11
Views: 1679

Re: Fishing Big Bear?

BIG BEAR??? They got bass in there? Man that brings back the day. When I lived in LA. I think I was 14 years old and that was 44 yeras ago. Thats the last time I fished Big Bear Lake and it was for trout.

Good Luck
by Flippinjigs
Sun Aug 29, 2010 6:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: frog water
Replies: 9
Views: 2483

Re: frog water

#1 is Rock Slough #2 is Orwood Resort, #3 is Cruiser Haven @ the Orwood Rail Road Bascule Draw Bridge.

Know your surrounding
&
Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Wed Aug 25, 2010 1:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Orders to Travis AFB!
Replies: 9
Views: 2473

Re: Orders to Travis AFB!

Congradulations on your new assignment. Being prior enlisted hopefully you will not let your newly earned rank go to your head (as many do). Those aircraft maintenance troops work hard, long hours, and don't have a 9 to 5 office job. Take care of them first and they will take care of you. I use to b...
by Flippinjigs
Wed Aug 25, 2010 12:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Buzzbait 4 blades
Replies: 8
Views: 2262

Re: Buzzbait 4 blades

Fishermans Warehouse has the replacement blades your looking for. In fact I have a package of them right in front of me. Brand name: Big Daddys Select 1/2 - 3/8 OZ. LG Clear, I paid $3.49 last year, If I recall they are 3 to a package, I have one blade left .

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Sat Aug 21, 2010 2:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: is anyone more stupid than me ????
Replies: 25
Views: 4822

Re: is anyone more stupid than me ????

Your not the only one this has happened to. You could ask my son about that. He knocked down his roll up garage door and scrached up his cowling also. A replacement cowling is going to cost you around $1,300 dollars for a Yamaha VMax 225HPDI Online. I priced one a few years ago. A now price??? Hey p...
by Flippinjigs
Sat Aug 21, 2010 1:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wear it California!!! (Here's Why)
Replies: 66
Views: 12453

Re: Wear it California!!! (Here's Why)

Cool that you saved those folks. Damm good stuff guys!!! :D When I left three mile slough bridge this morning it was blown real good coming around Decker Island up the Sacramento River and into three mile slough. I was listening to the weather conditions on the VHF radio last night and the wave acti...
by Flippinjigs
Thu Aug 19, 2010 2:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Randy Pringle is DA MAN!
Replies: 6
Views: 1912

Re: Randy Pringle is DA MAN!

Randy, and Sheri Pringle, are great ambassadors of our sport. They along with a long list of others make our sport fun. Thanks Randy and Sheri for doing what you do to make make everyones time on the water enjoyable. AND HE JUST TURNED 50 YEARS OLD, Thats Half a century. :lol:

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Fri Aug 13, 2010 8:59 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Berkley AC/ Western Rookie League TOC Update
Replies: 6
Views: 1896

Re: Berkley AC/ Western Rookie League TOC Update

That works for us. "IT"S ON"

Thanks Randy.

Good Luck
&
Good Fishin :)
by Flippinjigs
Fri Aug 13, 2010 8:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How much $$ to get a tandem trailer over the Antioch bridge
Replies: 13
Views: 2461

Re: How much $$ to get a tandem trailer over the Antioch bri

Com on Andy!! Your joking right??? I don't know why I waste my time defending my position on this. I work for Cal Trans I am a Draw Bridge operator on six of the bridges out here on the Delta. People do boat at night. I get a lot of bridge openings at night (YES IN THE DARK). I guess you have never ...
by Flippinjigs
Thu Aug 12, 2010 11:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Yamaha Vmax 250 SHO
Replies: 32
Views: 9557

Re: Yamaha Vmax 250 SHO

The new Yamaha SHO is the way to go no matter what others say, (in my opinion). I am very one sided on this issue (as you can tell). Having owned only two Yamaha outboards in 23 years without any issues. One Yamaha Pro-V 150 for 18 years (never in the Shop) And now my Yamaha VMax 225 for 5 years wit...
by Flippinjigs
Thu Aug 12, 2010 10:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How much $$ to get a tandem trailer over the Antioch bridge
Replies: 13
Views: 2461

Re: How much $$ to get a tandem trailer over the Antioch bri

If you really want to save money, don't want to waste time in line to launch your boat for $10.00, drive that long way around on HWY 12, HWY 160, and then HWY 4. Pay bridge tolls going home. You could: Drive to Brannon State Park pay $13.00 total to park and launch your boat (I bought an annual Stat...
by Flippinjigs
Wed Aug 11, 2010 3:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: C & C marine Citrus Heights
Replies: 0
Views: 606

C & C marine Citrus Heights

Thanks Mike and Phil for getting the right sending unit for my 2005 Yamaha 225 VMax Engine Temp Indicator. It now works as it is suppose too. I decided to finally get it looked at. Mike and Phil worked tiredly with Ranger researching and troubleshooting my engine to get the correct sending unit for ...
by Flippinjigs
Wed Aug 11, 2010 1:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: culmrite
Replies: 18
Views: 3306

Re: culmrite

Had my Culmrite battery replaced my the manufacture two years ago. I would hope that they just didn't replace the battery but do an entire check and recalibration of the scale for the price they charged me? I have had this Culmrite scale since 2004 (won it at a New Bass event) and now use it as a sc...
by Flippinjigs
Wed Aug 11, 2010 12:58 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: sospenders life vest
Replies: 18
Views: 5182

Re: sospenders life vest

A good reason to wear a real life jacket. +1 Those ''G" string PFD are OK for fishing with. However they are not impact tested and in my opinion should not be used while running a boat 60 plus MPH. But something is better than nothing if that what you want to use. I just hope you never get tos...
by Flippinjigs
Fri Aug 06, 2010 1:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need Advice. Moving to Norrthern CA.
Replies: 27
Views: 3981

Re: Need Advice. Moving to Norrthern CA.

Vehicle traffic really is really bad in the Bat Area. To keep you sanity you might want to look for living quarters as close as possible to your employer. Just my $0.02. Good Luck And welcome aboard.

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Thu Aug 05, 2010 6:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SNAG PROOF RESULTS
Replies: 0
Views: 824

SNAG PROOF RESULTS

Found these results for the Snag Proof Open:

http://www.examiner.com/x-28369-Stockto ... s-big-fish

Good Fishin
by Flippinjigs
Wed Aug 04, 2010 12:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mike Hart Makes Yahoo Sports
Replies: 29
Views: 6686

Re: Mike Hart Makes Yahoo Sports

This guy gave all of us anglers and our sport a black eye. And should be dealt with in a court of law to make thing right. The artical is there for the whole world to read. Which really sucks. He should not be let off the hook (WON Bass). It's really disconcerting to think that this person would put...
by Flippinjigs
Wed Aug 04, 2010 12:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat in the garage???
Replies: 13
Views: 3878

Re: Boat in the garage???

I have kept my boats in the garage for over 30 years. The motor within four feet of my water heater now. And one boat (motor) within one foot of the gas water heater. I had that boat for over 18 years. I never had an issue. Of course that dosn't mean something can't happen. Water heaters are elevate...