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by afdean
Thu Aug 12, 2010 5:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Yamaha Vmax 250 SHO
Replies: 32
Views: 9558

Re: Yamaha Vmax 250 SHO

I'm with Robert on the Pro XS. Two coils in two years, both when I needed the time on the water NOT in the shop. Last go-around they did replace all of the existing coils. Lets hope they last more than 2 years :roll: I know everything has its good and bad... the coils have definitely been the bad fo...
by afdean
Sun Aug 08, 2010 1:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Congrats Kevin Hawk!
Replies: 1
Views: 581

Congrats Kevin Hawk!

Amazing performance Kevin! Way to put it all on the line, and come through with the championship title!
by afdean
Tue Feb 09, 2010 11:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Darter Head Baits ??
Replies: 32
Views: 7149

Re: Darter Head Baits ??

I use 6# or 8# seagaur invisix. It is smaller than many other lines, especially the berkley floro. but I have done fine with 8# using 1/8 oz in a flirt worm or fat robo worms. There are also some cool paddle type dropshot baits out that would swim great on a darthead. Usually only go to 6# if i'm fi...
by afdean
Wed Oct 14, 2009 8:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CHP Ticket
Replies: 72
Views: 12628

Re: CHP Ticket

Just did a quick read on all of the posts; I may have missed something. Last I heard, it is a felony if you receive a ticket for 20MPH or over; towing or not towing, whether the speed limit is 55, 65 or 70MPH. With that in mind, there would be no "traffic school" to get that one off your ...
by afdean
Mon Jul 27, 2009 1:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Price on Baits
Replies: 19
Views: 3492

Re: Price on Baits

Just my two cents... I can see both sides. I appreciate local shops and always spend a few buck in them when prepping for a tournament in the area, etc. I will gladly spend more on baits to the tune of $4.99/pack vs. $4.39 or something at my favorite online store. That said, I will not even consider...
by afdean
Wed Jul 15, 2009 7:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: BTD Question?
Replies: 19
Views: 3089

Re: BTD Question?

since I ran across this thread, and beginning to wonder as well... any dates for 1000 yard, 15# invisix? Not in a big hurry, but it was already billed, so I would expect it soon. PM me if you don't want to discuss on the forum Thanks.
by afdean
Tue Jun 09, 2009 4:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Buzz Bait Rod....prefer Powell.......
Replies: 13
Views: 2674

Re: Buzz Bait Rod....prefer Powell.......

I will second the 734cf. I threw it on the delta a good bit and it works very well with buzzbaits, spinnerbaits, and chatterbaits.
by afdean
Tue Jun 09, 2009 4:24 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: MOST RELIABLE BIG OUTBOARD ???
Replies: 29
Views: 7715

Re: MOST RELIABLE BIG OUTBOARD ???

The Pro XS does NOT need super unleaded and in fact runs on 87 Octane fuel and is the recommended fuel by Mercury. It also runs Premium Plus Oil. Save money on fuel, oil, five year warranty, a wide variety of props to dial your boat in, Carbon Fiber reeds, Offshore gearcase, solid hub, Billett Moto...
by afdean
Mon Jun 08, 2009 4:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: MOST RELIABLE BIG OUTBOARD ???
Replies: 29
Views: 7715

Re: MOST RELIABLE BIG OUTBOARD ???

I have heard good and bad about all 3 major brands. I bought an XS merc and in 30 hours have had it in the shop twice. First time was a bad fuel rail, second was a burned out coil-pack. Both were warranty, but aggravating for a motor with so few hours. I ran a carb Yamaha for 8+ years without a lick...
by afdean
Tue Jun 02, 2009 6:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Stren Championship co-angler looking for pro
Replies: 2
Views: 523

Stren Championship co-angler looking for pro

Looking forward to going to Pickwick in November. If any pros from Cali are headed that way and would like to split expenses, give me a call @ (805)757-6184. I am at Vandenberg AFB on the Central Coast, but could meet wherever to hook-up.
by afdean
Tue May 19, 2009 8:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Being BackSeated
Replies: 23
Views: 5065

Re: Being BackSeated

Well said Ricky. I think what a lot of co-anglers see as being back-seated is simply the pro keeping his bait in the primary strike zone (burning down the bank making parallel casts) Admittedly it can be tough when your pro is running and gunning making only a few casts at each stop, but if that is ...
by afdean
Tue May 19, 2009 8:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: My Oroville story-Long
Replies: 14
Views: 2941

Re: My Oroville story-Long

I'm right there with you Ricky-S. I am active duty Air Force, going to school full-time (online), and fishing the Stren series as a co-angler. The school definitely weighs me down this season, but by next spring I should be through and free to fish more. Oroville was my first check in what has been ...
by afdean
Sun Mar 29, 2009 7:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Smallmouth markings and color
Replies: 3
Views: 1132

Re: Smallmouth markings and color

What it sounds like you are talking about is called a meanmouth. That is the legitimate name given the hybrid of a smallmouth and spot. They are more common back east around Arkansas, Missouri, and the Tennessee River valley. These two can, and do spawn together when they live in the same areas. The...
by afdean
Sat Mar 14, 2009 8:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Which Tow vehicle would you go with?
Replies: 48
Views: 6329

Re: Which Tow vehicle would you go with?*NM*

Opinion: A lot of Americans need to start looking at financial statements from the "Big 3" (may as well know where your money is being lost) as well as content of their "American" trucks. There is more foreign content in many GMs and Dodges than in a Tundra. Tundras are built in ...
by afdean
Mon Jan 12, 2009 5:22 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: FLW Stren Oroville Postponed
Replies: 59
Views: 7681

Re: Not true??

True. I just hope the new date is do-able.
by afdean
Mon Jan 12, 2009 5:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: FLW Stren Oroville Postponed
Replies: 59
Views: 7681

Re: Not true??

It is the lake officials at oroville that have been confirming DAILY that it was still on and they could keep the launch ramp going. The tournament director has been calling them every day and one week suddenly the answer has changed? They (FLW) have been calling since early this afternoon. It is ju...
by afdean
Sat Jan 10, 2009 1:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: flying with rods in a tube
Replies: 10
Views: 1463

Re: flying with rods in a tube

Thanks for your responses. I guess plano, or make my own tube. I have looked up a few airlines, and they are charging $100 to $150 and it counts as one of your luggage items too. Hope I don't have to fly with my rods, but wanted to buy a tube to travel as a co-angler for Stren, and figure I may as w...
by afdean
Fri Jan 09, 2009 10:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: flying with rods in a tube
Replies: 10
Views: 1463

flying with rods in a tube

Anyone fly with their rods in a tube without breakage? What tube would you recommend, and how did you package them? Were you charged extra for the tube as baggage?

I've seen the bazooka pro tube or the Airliner jumbo by plano that might work. Any others?

Thanks for your input
by afdean
Tue May 06, 2008 8:41 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CO-ANGLER NEEDS PRO FOR STREN CALDELTA
Replies: 1
Views: 556

Re: CO-ANGLER NEEDS PRO FOR STREN CALDELTA

They called me today to say they have open slots for both pro and co-angler. There are co-anglers wait-listed but not a full field of pros. I'm pretty surprised there aren't 200 pros who think they can bring it at the delta.
by afdean
Fri Feb 08, 2008 5:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Saros F 1000 or 2500?
Replies: 6
Views: 910

Re: Saros F 1000 or 2500?

Thanks for the inputs. I'm also considering the Stradic FI since it is only $30. more... The sustain is a bit much since I have other tackle to buy as well but I'm sure it is sweet.
by afdean
Thu Feb 07, 2008 8:56 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Saros F 1000 or 2500?
Replies: 6
Views: 910

Saros F 1000 or 2500?

Wondering about balance/total weight... which reel to put on a 682sf or 682sxf Powell for dropshotting. Usually 6# floro or P-line CX premium. The 2500 Saros seems like the choice for retrieve rate, and spool diameter, but also seems pretty heavy for the light rod. The 1000 is pretty small, but mayb...
by afdean
Wed Sep 12, 2007 11:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Stren 2008
Replies: 8
Views: 1447

Re: Stren 2008

Thanks a bunch Gary! Have been anxiously awaiting... :D
by afdean
Tue Sep 11, 2007 4:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Stren 2008
Replies: 8
Views: 1447

Stren 2008

Anyone have info on the 2008 Stren Western Division schedule?
by afdean
Mon Sep 03, 2007 9:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Basstrix Swimbaits
Replies: 72
Views: 13582

Re: Basstrix Swimbaits

Yeah, since that first Ford was built there sure have been a lot of cheap, knockoff copies flooding the market! I understand not wanting to see the originator losing out on his profit, but certainly if no one else makes the bait eventually supply and demand will either run most of these guys into th...