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by Fast Eddie
Sun Mar 24, 2024 2:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Props on Power Poles
Replies: 2
Views: 453

Re: Props on Power Poles

by Fast Eddie
Sun Mar 03, 2024 10:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Exposing the MOST EXPENSIVE Electronics Setups In Pro Fishing
Replies: 8
Views: 911

Re: Exposing the MOST EXPENSIVE Electronics Setups In Pro Fishing

Sooooo, after examining my crystal ball, here's an article from Cash for Fish, dated March 4, 2034. Lake Guntersville Ala Boats collide during final There was a 45 boat collision, with multiple injuries during the Bass Elite 50 tournament on Lake G on Saturday. Shortly after blast off the Giggle and...
by Fast Eddie
Sat Mar 02, 2024 9:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Finding the ghost and updates
Replies: 0
Views: 250

Finding the ghost and updates

After bricking my Canon R6 with updates, have been scared to do the Lowrance updates. But I succeeded. Put this question on the lowrance forum and only 1 response. Maybe you guys can help. OK all you techies, can you help the old illiterate guy out. After a battle (thanks RMP you tube) with how to d...
by Fast Eddie
Sat Mar 02, 2024 9:21 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Updated units........Now What? Can't find stuff.
Replies: 3
Views: 521

Re: Updated units........Now What? Can't find stuff.

Ghost would be the only nmea wired to driverside console I beleve, but don't know where to find it on the units to do the update.
by Fast Eddie
Thu Feb 29, 2024 7:53 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Updated units........Now What? Can't find stuff.
Replies: 3
Views: 521

Updated units........Now What? Can't find stuff.

OK all you techies, can you help the old illiterate guy out. After a battle (thanks RMP you tube) with how to download to my micro SD card I went to the boat to do the uploads. I removed the map chip on the console and inserted the card. Followed RMP instructions and succeeded according to "Abo...
by Fast Eddie
Thu Feb 29, 2024 7:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Hook Tournaments ?????
Replies: 2
Views: 337

Hook Tournaments ?????

Saw the post on the Hook closing. I know they have they're TOC coming up. So what next? Looks like the Bass Hole will be taking up the slack with their "Delta Teams" series. Sunday events out of Russos from what I gather. two divisions, High Roller and Low Roller. HR 2 bills, LR 1 bill all...
by Fast Eddie
Thu Jan 18, 2024 7:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Outdoors HOF Snubs Larry Viviano in favor of Squaw Valley?
Replies: 8
Views: 804

Re: Outdoors HOF Snubs Larry Viviano in favor of Squaw Valley?

Thanks for piping in Gary. You're right. All 3 should be inducted and not one of those guys are in, much less nominated. It doesn't surprise me that KB hadn't ever thought of nominating Larry, Don or Dennis in the past. I understand there may be bad blood there (as far as Larry is concerned). KB say...
by Fast Eddie
Wed Jan 17, 2024 2:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Outdoors HOF Snubs Larry Viviano in favor of Squaw Valley?
Replies: 8
Views: 804

Re: Outdoors HOF Snubs Larry Viviano in favor of Squaw Valley?

Thanks for the insight KB. Not going to go over the tet for tat reasoning with you. When I see something wrong, I'll speak my mind. No one is taking away Mr. Ritchey's accomplishments, however Larry as a first ballot is a no brainer. Where would several of the Ind....nevermind, I said I wasn't going...
by Fast Eddie
Wed Jan 17, 2024 9:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Outdoors HOF Snubs Larry Viviano in favor of Squaw Valley?
Replies: 8
Views: 804

Outdoors HOF Snubs Larry Viviano in favor of Squaw Valley?

Right now I'm so angry, I probably shouldn't be authoring this rant, but here goes. After nominating Mr. Viviano in March of this past year. The criteria: 1. The nominee must have inspired Californians to take part in the great outdoors or California conservation. 2. The nominee must have taken part...
by Fast Eddie
Wed Dec 13, 2023 9:08 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I've Never fished here before...
Replies: 4
Views: 806

Re: I've Never fished here before...

WOW! Impressive. Love the battery bulge in the pocket, and the two hand multi tasking phone and drop shot rod were great. :lol: So the question now becomes Do you have 3 lithium, 1 AGM and 1 dedicated electronics (lithium or AGM) totaling 5, or are you back to 4 without a dedicated battery for the e...
by Fast Eddie
Sun Oct 29, 2023 5:46 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The exterior of your boat, called the gelcoat
Replies: 2
Views: 891

Re: The exterior of your boat, called the gelcoat

I can attest to the quality as Jason(?) did a super job on my Shasta scratches and delta dock scrapes. Quick and what I thought was reasonable.
TL
FE
by Fast Eddie
Fri Oct 06, 2023 6:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Power Pole Repair?
Replies: 4
Views: 404

Re: Power Pole Repair?

They're on the east coast. By the time I got to where I needed help they would've been closed. Probably need more parts as the U channel didn't come with hardware. Followed the 12" etc. to no avail. But good Question JL
by Fast Eddie
Fri Oct 06, 2023 4:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Power Pole Repair?
Replies: 4
Views: 404

Power Pole Repair?

Damaged a power pole (long story for later) Got new mounting bracket (strbd), and Upper U channel. Can't get actuator to hook back up. Redding or bay area......Oh Heck anywhere I suppose. (except Braggs Marine)
TL
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by Fast Eddie
Fri Sep 29, 2023 9:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Current situation out on the West Coast
Replies: 22
Views: 4183

Re: Current situation out on the West Coast

Well it appears to me that Caleb and his Windy Wednesday Night You tube has really increased the participation in that event. Think about it........middle of the week (Wednesday), anywhere from 35 to 60 boats (depending on bite that's between 70 -100 anglers), 100% payback, affordable entry and most...
by Fast Eddie
Tue Sep 12, 2023 5:57 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Testing 1, 2,3 for winter
Replies: 20
Views: 1663

Re: Testing 1, 2,3 for winter

The point here is when we fish in winter, being bundled up, we take for granted that we're safe........but are we really?
Just a thought.
TL
FE
by Fast Eddie
Mon Sep 11, 2023 6:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Testing 1, 2,3 for winter
Replies: 20
Views: 1663

Testing 1, 2,3 for winter

With winter fast approaching just wondering how many of ya'll, have tested your winter clothing with your inflatable life vests. I've read about buoyancy ratings up to 32lbs, but it's not clear as to whether or not if I fall in fully dressed for winter (long underwear, flannel shirt, denim jeans, ja...
by Fast Eddie
Sat Sep 09, 2023 8:44 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I am Comfortably Numb
Replies: 1
Views: 688

I am Comfortably Numb

So, on my way to the delta(pre fish for Nor Cal) in the Roush (no boat) when I hear this thump thump thump. What the heck? Pull off the freeway and park under a light in the parking lot. Low and behold it looks like my mud flap is torn. Nothing else looks amiss. So back on the freeway, Thump a thump...
by Fast Eddie
Thu Aug 31, 2023 4:27 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Decisions Decisions Decisions for WWN Finale
Replies: 0
Views: 396

Decisions Decisions Decisions for WWN Finale

So Josh and I know where we are going for the finale. It's a long way, but there is a slough that gets fish dumped into it once weekly, which should improve our chances. It's definitely a punch type bite. We're out early enough we make the long run, stretch is open. As we begin, with 2 bites, Josh t...
by Fast Eddie
Thu Aug 31, 2023 1:55 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Shout Out to WWN Volunteers
Replies: 0
Views: 279

Shout Out to WWN Volunteers

Lat night being the final WWN for 2023, I'd like to take a moment to Thank Richard and Gerry for an outstanding job this season. (Thank You Richard and Gerry :) ) If ya'all haven't fished one of these, come on out. I know its tuff getting time off, but they've had up to 70 boats at times and with a ...
by Fast Eddie
Sat Aug 26, 2023 2:47 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Nor Cal Bass confusion????
Replies: 3
Views: 958

Nor Cal Bass confusion????

So while washing my Nor Cal Bass shirt today, I happened to notice that the next tournament is Monday October 16th. Is this a typo? Does anybody have the correct date?
TL
FE
by Fast Eddie
Fri Aug 25, 2023 10:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boaters card
Replies: 16
Views: 1845

Re: Boaters card

George I went to the Division of boating and waterways. They have the exam booklet and tests for free. The only draw back I have is that you have to request a test sheet and they will mail you one. Return it by mail and they are supposed to send you the card if you pass the test. I opened the bookle...
by Fast Eddie
Sun Aug 20, 2023 4:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Forrest didn't get a deer and I didn't win Nor Cal
Replies: 5
Views: 765

Forrest didn't get a deer and I didn't win Nor Cal

So as you can tell by the subject, Forrest decided to go bow hunting in the Burney area. As far as I know he blanked, but that left me by myself to fish the Nor Cal bass event out of Ladds on Sat. I was boat 10, however was I surprised at how fast the Ranger was without Ric. I passed several boats, ...
by Fast Eddie
Fri Aug 18, 2023 6:27 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Windy Wednesday Nighters Ep13
Replies: 4
Views: 775

Re: Windy Wednesday Nighters Ep13

Ah, the bass tremble. Felt it a few times myself. (at my age its always there now......its called "shaky hand"). As always nice editing job. We had 11, but somehow missed the big bite. Question, we all know how proud "pops" is of you, so are you splitting the dough with him? :sho...
by Fast Eddie
Thu Aug 10, 2023 6:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Kudos to WWN Anglers
Replies: 0
Views: 349

Kudos to WWN Anglers

Let's hear it for all the WWN anglers who stepped up and contributed to offset Ricard and Jerry's out of pocket expense. They spent over 2 grand with permits and trophies this year, so hopefully the collection will help offset their expense. It was great to meet several of y'all, as you now have a f...
by Fast Eddie
Tue Aug 08, 2023 10:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SPO Part deux Fiasco???? Maybe
Replies: 5
Views: 822

SPO Part deux Fiasco???? Maybe

Out at second flight, took almost 35 minutes to get to primary spot. Same guys a s yesterday making the rounds. Pull up and catch a 1 1/2 lbr then Ric catches 2 more. After about an hour Ric says lets go check open water in current. I asked are you sure? he affirms. We tell the other team we'll be b...
by Fast Eddie
Mon Aug 07, 2023 6:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Snag Proof Open Fiasco??? Maybe
Replies: 2
Views: 839

Snag Proof Open Fiasco??? Maybe

To begin Sat I meet up with Forrest (he doesn't like that name but I haven't got my $400 worth yet :lol: ) as we agree taking his rig. Is he ready? Of course not. We spend an hour unloading his boat, then he tells me he wants to wipe it down. I figured it needed a bath so I had soap in a bucket and ...
by Fast Eddie
Thu Aug 03, 2023 3:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WWN Help Update
Replies: 0
Views: 359

WWN Help Update

After speaking with Richard, the out of pocket expense for he and Jerry was $1500 just for permit fees. The Trophies for this year was another $545.00. So like Caleb said POPs is going to off set next year, so lets hope we can make it to show our appreciation. This isn't mandatory or effects any sta...
by Fast Eddie
Thu Aug 03, 2023 7:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WWN Help
Replies: 7
Views: 808

WWN Help

Before I get to results, I thought I'd make a request to the WWN faithful. Apparently this year, Richard and Jerry were unable to obtain sponsorships this year for the end of the year trophies etc. So the cost came out of their pocket. So next Wed lets pass a hat to show our appreciation to these gu...
by Fast Eddie
Wed Aug 02, 2023 6:52 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Tournament Anglers MUST HAVE THIS for CA TOURNAMENTS
Replies: 5
Views: 3035

Re: Tournament Anglers MUST HAVE THIS for CA TOURNAMENTS

Maybe its me, but question #5 kinda blows my mind, or is it a trick question to determine if you've lied? Does anybody know of any ramp, lake or Marina where 140 degree water is available? BTW skin exposure to 140 degree water for just 6 seconds will cause burns. Does the dealer "decontaminate&...
by Fast Eddie
Thu Jul 27, 2023 8:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WWN 7th Place
Replies: 1
Views: 458

WWN 7th Place

Well its been awhile, as the Ranger has had no electricity for the last 2 weeks, and my Saturday cohort was in Hawaii, playing golf and chasing the opposite sex, haven't had any fiascos. But, Josh my WWN Cohort had been out over a week ago and I had found some fish a few weeks back with a similar ti...
by Fast Eddie
Thu Jul 20, 2023 6:52 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Windy Wednesday Nighters Ep10- We got the Win
Replies: 2
Views: 774

Re: Windy Wednesday Nighters Ep10- We got the Win

Nice Job. Congratulations.
See ya next Wed.
TL
FE
by Fast Eddie
Mon Jul 17, 2023 2:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Chatterbaits....just don't understand
Replies: 4
Views: 1122

Re: Chatterbaits....just don't understand

Thanks KB, everything you say makes sense. I too throw Jackhammers (exclusively) on 20lb fluro on an IRod swim and vibrating jig rod with a 13 fishing 6:6 ratio reel. I can see an occasional fish or 2..........but EVERY (including dinks) one a particular day? BTW, I thought it might be the trailer t...
by Fast Eddie
Mon Jul 17, 2023 6:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Chatterbaits....just don't understand
Replies: 4
Views: 1122

Chatterbaits....just don't understand

Maybe I'm slowing down, or something. This is the second time this year I fished on Sat, and EVERY fish catch was in the bottom of the mouth. Can't figure out why. Googled it and came away with some interesting answers, but non that made sense with chatterbaits. :shock: So, throwing it out to you'al...
by Fast Eddie
Sat Jul 08, 2023 5:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Update on WWN gate guy
Replies: 2
Views: 1605

Update on WWN gate guy

So today me and my other partner, Ric are fishing the Nor Cal tournament out of Ladds. (which we won with 19 +) Anyway, I tell the attendant about this guy on Wednesday night and she tells me they already know, and the City of Stockton has begun an investigation. She thanks me for letting them know,...
by Fast Eddie
Fri Jul 07, 2023 4:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Keyed @ WWN
Replies: 3
Views: 993

Keyed @ WWN

So on Tuesday, I give the Roush a bath. She's looking good. Sits in driveway on Thursday. Today I go load the boat at RE and low and behold I see a small mark on the passengerside which wasn't there Tuesday. Try to wipe it off and notice the scratch runs all the way down the crease of the door. Some...
by Fast Eddie
Sat Jun 24, 2023 8:04 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Windy Wednesday Nighters Ep6
Replies: 3
Views: 1046

Re: Windy Wednesday Nighters Ep6

Congrats to you brother. It's a tight brotherhood being a Marine. Was "Pops" a Marine too?
Nice job with the vid too. From "pink worms" to punchin a unique combination.
TL
FE
by Fast Eddie
Sat Jun 24, 2023 7:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Trailer Repair?
Replies: 6
Views: 902

Re: Trailer Repair?

Did you check with the Marina where it was parked as a lot of them have security cameras. If they have the video and license #, it is a hit and run and should be reported to local law enforcement.
Just a thought
TL
FE
by Fast Eddie
Sat Jun 24, 2023 7:55 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Thanks to the Northern CA glass repair shop
Replies: 1
Views: 420

Thanks to the Northern CA glass repair shop

Just wanted to publicly say "Thanks" to the unnamed recommended glass repair shop in Northern California for saving me money and time. After wasting my time for over a month due to a scheduling error on behalf of the owner, and discovering a problem with him, I was removed from their sched...
by Fast Eddie
Thu May 25, 2023 6:45 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Proverbial Black Cloud lingers.....but not as bad a elsewhere
Replies: 0
Views: 611

Proverbial Black Cloud lingers.....but not as bad a elsewhere

Prior to WWN, I had scheduled an appointment back in early April with a "highly recommended" on this forum shop, to do glass repair on my boat. Phoning the owner, he checked his calendar and scheduled me for June 5. So Tuesday, before WWN I get this email from the owner, saying he wants to...
by Fast Eddie
Sun May 21, 2023 6:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Don Pedro advice for future trip....
Replies: 20
Views: 1959

Re: Don Pedro advice for future trip....

Kelly. It's been awhile since Pedro was full, so for me it's old school. Blue Ghost (if there still around) Purple ghost magic worms, 6") is a close second. The old black back rattletrap in the afternoon mudlines, or 1/2 oz chatterbait in white with d shad trailer. try a 1/8 oz darterhead on th...
by Fast Eddie
Thu May 18, 2023 2:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 3rd time the charm? WWN too much trouble
Replies: 1
Views: 316

Re: 3rd time the charm? WWN too much trouble

OK So the DA has struck again and WWN is posted above. Don't ask me how, but its there.
TL
FE
by Fast Eddie
Thu May 18, 2023 2:10 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: The worm turned or should I say the chatterbait turned 2nd try
Replies: 2
Views: 696

The worm turned or should I say the chatterbait turned 2nd try

So at 6am this morning I composed the WWN story. Took me over an hour and a half. When completed hit the submit tab and everything disappeared. Really, it's now creeping into topic stories? Well here's take 2 with modifications as I'm old and can't remember stuff.. TAKE 2 Having just returned from C...
by Fast Eddie
Thu May 18, 2023 2:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 3rd time the charm? WWN too much trouble
Replies: 1
Views: 316

3rd time the charm? WWN too much trouble

There will be NO WWN story this week. I have typed 2 renditions spending 31/2 hrs total and each time I press submit, it disappears back to the log in page.
I'M DONE1
TL
FE
by Fast Eddie
Thu May 11, 2023 10:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WWN.........The Kings of Dinks
Replies: 0
Views: 468

WWN.........The Kings of Dinks

Last night, nothing happened to me. No problems, didn't forget anything, no heavy traffic, and of course......... NO FISH! Oh, its not as though we didn't catch fish, we just didn't catch keeper fish. Josh did catch one about 1 lb about 15 minutes before weigh in, but that was the only one. If we di...
by Fast Eddie
Fri May 05, 2023 6:08 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WWN fiasco continues
Replies: 3
Views: 1026

WWN fiasco continues

Wasn't sure to post a new fiasco story or tag along with Calebs thread. So here we go as the streak continues. I just got back from Hat Creek (snow yesterday morning). Josh and I decided to fish again, using his rig. (Thanks Caleb as that's his Legend, next to your cat in your opening shot). Anyway ...
by Fast Eddie
Mon Apr 24, 2023 6:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sprayed Grass and Seals…
Replies: 2
Views: 894

Re: Sprayed Grass and Seals…

Cinco de mayo, full moon. Bite should be off the hook. Not that I'm doing much better, but slow down seems to be the way they wanted it last week. Water was a little more stained where I was.
BTW when does WWN start?
TL
FE
Enjoying the videos. Thanks
by Fast Eddie
Mon Apr 24, 2023 6:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Do I have a bad transducer?
Replies: 3
Views: 509

Re: Do I have a bad transducer?

Depending on what day you were fishing, it may have overheated. Switch to simulator and view screen in driveway. If it's working , it's not the screen which is probably good news.
Good Luck
TL
FE
by Fast Eddie
Mon Apr 24, 2023 6:51 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NOR CAL Bass site results for Apr 8
Replies: 0
Views: 287

NOR CAL Bass site results for Apr 8

So what's up with the Nor Cal Bass site. (not Western Bass) Usually, results are posted with pics pretty quickly after the tournament. As of this morning, no results have been posted for the April 8 tournament. Just curious as to why. I saw the results posted on WB, but am wondering what happened to...
by Fast Eddie
Sun Apr 09, 2023 6:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: So Here We Go Again/Bad Luck Cont.
Replies: 2
Views: 1131

So Here We Go Again/Bad Luck Cont.

Happy Easter Y'all, Another Fast Eddie tale. Well just when all seemed to settle down, Dropped the dough for a 12 HDS on the bow with BBT tandem mount. UPS sends me a track number and when I check the UPS site the BBT stuff is in Illinois, with a comment "file a claim". Must be lost ,but d...