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by Keith Rakoncza
Wed May 27, 2020 7:35 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: NewJen NEW UPDATED 2020 Schedule
Replies: 7
Views: 1788

Re: NewJen NEW UPDATED 2020 Schedule

Newt and Jen,
Just wanted to say thanks. I know you guys have done your homework and run a safe and professional tournament. Happy to see tournaments are coming back.
by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Mar 28, 2020 9:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Melones
Replies: 47
Views: 8438

Re: New Melones

by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Mar 21, 2020 10:39 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Closure Updates
Replies: 31
Views: 7343

Re: Lake Closure Updates

Don Pedro Closed for all activities
https://www.donpedrolake.com/announceme ... her-notice
by Keith Rakoncza
Wed Apr 24, 2019 5:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: “CONGRATS REMMERS/NIAPAS”
Replies: 2
Views: 1179

Re: “CONGRATS REMMERS/NIAPAS”

Congratulations on Anglers of the Year and an outstanding year all the way around guys!
by Keith Rakoncza
Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:56 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: AMERICAN BASS NAPA COUNTY REGION 2019 March 16
Replies: 5
Views: 1878

Re: AMERICAN BASS NAPA COUNTY REGION 2019 March 16

Fred do you have field results?
by Keith Rakoncza
Fri Apr 06, 2018 6:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: California Boat Operator Card
Replies: 4
Views: 1533

Re: California Boat Operator Card

Dont get me wrong, I support everyone driving a vessel should have some sort of training or drivers education and possess a license for it. But please let me know if I am miss understanding the sections that state someone who rents a vessel does not need a license? If correct, they are usually the l...
by Keith Rakoncza
Thu Apr 05, 2018 5:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: California Boat Operator Card
Replies: 4
Views: 1533

California Boat Operator Card

Good old California regulations for your reading pleasure. This bulletin was sent out by California State Parks. CALIFORNIA BOATER CARD The sections below serve as notification of new laws regarding the requirement of certain operators of motorized vessels to possess a California Boater Card. These ...
by Keith Rakoncza
Fri Feb 02, 2018 1:24 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: CTT Mother Lode at New Melones
Replies: 1
Views: 1010

Re: CTT Mother Lode at New Melones

Thanks Bill, looking forward to it!
by Keith Rakoncza
Sun Oct 29, 2017 6:08 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Any ctt McClure results yet??
Replies: 5
Views: 1741

Re: Any ctt McClure results yet??

Results are posted on Tournament Forum page. Congrats to Jeff and Tim. Well done, not even close!

I hope to see more out next time. Heard a lot of guys were hunting. Bill runs a great tournament and payouts were great.

Thanks Bill
by Keith Rakoncza
Tue Oct 24, 2017 3:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Input On Rain Gear
Replies: 17
Views: 7437

Re: Input On Rain Gear

Would like and appreciate some input guys. My 15 yr old Cabella's Guideware quit repelling water last yr and it's time to upgrade. With the price of rain gear being through the roof these days what are people's opinions on what's the best or near the best to buy? I get hot easy and want something t...
by Keith Rakoncza
Tue Oct 24, 2017 3:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Motherlode CTT Schedule
Replies: 10
Views: 6369

Re: Motherlode CTT Schedule

ttt
by Keith Rakoncza
Fri Sep 29, 2017 8:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Motherlode CTT Schedule
Replies: 10
Views: 6369

Re: Motherlode CTT Schedule

Here is there web site. Check it out.

Www.californiatournamenttrail.com
by Keith Rakoncza
Wed Sep 27, 2017 5:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Motherlode CTT Schedule
Replies: 10
Views: 6369

Motherlode CTT Schedule

http://www.westernbass.com/shared/images/Fishermans.jpg Just wanted to let everyone know the California Tournament Trail is doing a Motherlode Region for the team circuit this year. I have attached the schedule below. Hope to see everyone out there. Oct. 28, 2017 McClure Dec. 2, 2017 McClure Feb. 3...
by Keith Rakoncza
Fri Sep 15, 2017 3:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Spiralite Rods; Have you fished one yet?
Replies: 2
Views: 2458

Re: Spiralite Rods; Have you fished one yet?

I have them also. Great rods! No blank twist, very light, balanced, functional and very sensitive. Highly recommend them! Several series to choose from.
by Keith Rakoncza
Fri Jul 07, 2017 8:48 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD..2006 Ranger Z21..SOLD
Replies: 8
Views: 4504

Re: 2006 Ranger Z21 w/ Verado 250

Still available
by Keith Rakoncza
Thu Jun 22, 2017 1:43 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD..2006 Ranger Z21..SOLD
Replies: 8
Views: 4504

Re: 2006 Ranger Z21 w/ Verado 250

Hours below (picture) are since last reset by dealer.
by Keith Rakoncza
Thu Jun 22, 2017 1:39 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD..2006 Ranger Z21..SOLD
Replies: 8
Views: 4504

Re: 2006 Ranger Z21 w/ Verado 250

Compression Check 6/22/17
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#3-175
#4-175
#5-175
#6-175
by Keith Rakoncza
Wed Jun 21, 2017 5:20 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD..2006 Ranger Z21..SOLD
Replies: 8
Views: 4504

Re: 2006 Ranger Z21 w/ Verado 250

Messages and PMs replied to.
by Keith Rakoncza
Mon Jun 19, 2017 4:01 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD..2006 Ranger Z21..SOLD
Replies: 8
Views: 4504

Re: 2006 Ranger Z21 w/ Verado 250

more pics
by Keith Rakoncza
Wed Jun 14, 2017 2:26 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD..2006 Ranger Z21..SOLD
Replies: 8
Views: 4504

Re: 2006 Ranger Z21 w/ Verado 250

More pics
by Keith Rakoncza
Sun Jun 11, 2017 6:57 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: SOLD..2006 Ranger Z21..SOLD
Replies: 8
Views: 4504

SOLD..2006 Ranger Z21..SOLD

2006 Ranger Z21 bass boat Verado 250 with 781 hours (see below print out). Regularly serviced and maintained by C&C Marine and Boatmasters. Full service was May 2017. Hot Foot Slidemaster jack plate Helm remote trim lever 21'3" in length 48 gallon fuel capacity Dual axle folding tongue trai...
by Keith Rakoncza
Wed Apr 05, 2017 12:57 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: deleted
Replies: 2
Views: 1442

deleted

sorry, new boat deal fell through and taking it off the market. Once I figure out a boat deal I will repost. Thanks for looking.
by Keith Rakoncza
Wed Mar 22, 2017 12:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Verado Prop
Replies: 8
Views: 1716

Re: Verado Prop

I am running a 26 Bravo I on a 2006 Ranger Z21. I sent it to Phills Props and had it worked over and it gave me a couple mph for top speed of 65. I got a great hole shot for such a big boat. Everything I have read recommends the Bravo. Minimum, I recommend sending to Phills. They change the cup and ...
by Keith Rakoncza
Tue Jan 24, 2017 4:46 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: BBT2017 Don Pedro | Top Teams Jan 21
Replies: 1
Views: 1780

Re: BBT2017 Don Pedro | Top Teams Jan 21

Congrats Dennis and Hayden! You boys better watch out, looks like the Lee family is kickin out another great fishermen in Hayden. For those that don't know, Hayden is Robert Lee's Son and Dennis is his dad, all outstanding sticks. It's great to see family's with generations of fishermen in the sport...
by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Jan 14, 2017 9:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for Lake Coeur D Alene Guide
Replies: 5
Views: 1426

Looking for Lake Coeur D Alene Guide

I am going to make a loop up north this July and wanted to fish Coeur D Alene. I am not going to be able to take the boat so I am looking for a good guide reference or someone there to get a trip in with? If anyone has a good suggestion please send it my way. Thanks for the help.
by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Jan 07, 2017 8:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Revo reel repair help!!
Replies: 5
Views: 1658

Re: Revo reel repair help!!

Send to Abu Garcia. They will repair for something like $24 or if it cant be repaired they sell you new replacement at a screaming deal. Sent in an old first gen Revo SX. They couldn't fix so they sold me new one for $100 and shipped for free.
by Keith Rakoncza
Thu Sep 15, 2016 2:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: MC CLURE ???
Replies: 5
Views: 1615

Re: MC CLURE ???

Fishing has been hit and miss at McClure Robert. The spots are FAT CHUNKS! I did get this 10.2 to go a few weeks back there. South launch ramp at Barrett Cove is good with all islands marked pretty well. Lake is at 43% I believe. Good luck!
by Keith Rakoncza
Thu Jun 09, 2016 3:43 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: "FSH FRIDAYS" DON PEDRO-POE MANS
Replies: 6
Views: 1668

Re: "FSH FRIDAYS" DON PEDRO-POE MANS

Glad your back Robert. Can't make June 17th but will look for future events!
by Keith Rakoncza
Sun Oct 25, 2015 1:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Congrats Rod Cree and Matt Silveira ABA Champs
Replies: 2
Views: 1076

Congrats Rod Cree and Matt Silveira ABA Champs

Just wanted to say Congratulations to Rod Cree and Matt Silveira who won the Clear Lake ABA TOC championship this weekend with just over 54 Lbs. It is well deserved! Great job to Randy and Glenn Pierson also, 33 lbs on day one and finished in 3rd place. Love to see the Motherlode represent!
by Keith Rakoncza
Mon Sep 21, 2015 3:36 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rain Gear Question
Replies: 13
Views: 4532

Re: Rain Gear Question

I have had BPS 100MPH rain gear and Cabelas Guidewear. Cabelas out performs the BPS and the BPS is falling apart already. Quality on Cabelas is higher. I have had my Cabelas Guidwear for over 8 year and I am hard on them and spend a lot of time on the water wearing them. Stitched the tears back toge...
by Keith Rakoncza
Thu Aug 13, 2015 11:37 am
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Lowrance Ethernet 15' Cable
Replies: 2
Views: 887

Re: Lowrance Ethernet 15' Cable

PM sent
by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Aug 08, 2015 6:38 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Lowrance Ethernet 15' Cable
Replies: 2
Views: 887

Lowrance Ethernet 15' Cable

I have two 15' Lowrance Ethernet cables that are used but in excellent condition. $25 each and it includes shipping in continental US.
ethernet caqble 15'.jpg
by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Aug 08, 2015 6:52 am
Forum: Swim Baits
Topic: NEW ABT KOKANEE
Replies: 2
Views: 4182

Re: NEW ABT KOKANEE

Besides designing outstanding baits, Allen does some great paint jobs. Looks even better in person.
by Keith Rakoncza
Fri Apr 24, 2015 9:28 am
Forum: Marine Accessories
Topic: 8' Minn Kota Talon w/ Mount...SOLD......
Replies: 1
Views: 1167

Re: 8' Minn Kota Talon w/ Mount

Still available.
by Keith Rakoncza
Thu Apr 09, 2015 9:21 am
Forum: Marine Accessories
Topic: 8' Minn Kota Talon w/ Mount...SOLD......
Replies: 1
Views: 1167

8' Minn Kota Talon w/ Mount...SOLD......

I am selling my 8' Minn Kota Talon with mount and Minn Kota waterproof quick disconnect. It has been used very limited for one year and is in excellent condition. It comes with two remotes. I have had zero issues with it and I am only selling to get the 12'. The mount is a starboard jack plate mount...
by Keith Rakoncza
Thu Jan 22, 2015 10:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Legend 211r Storage
Replies: 14
Views: 2584

Re: Legend 211r Storage

I use the same as Scott L. Works great! Keeps everything in place and when I have to unload my boat it makes it really quick and simple. Can send pic if u want to see
by Keith Rakoncza
Wed Dec 24, 2014 8:47 am
Forum: Marine Accessories
Topic: 8' talon with JP bracket, foot remote, 2 key remotes
Replies: 2
Views: 1305

Re: 8' talon with JP bracket, foot remote, 2 key remotes

Can you post or send me picture of mount and Talon please?
by Keith Rakoncza
Mon Sep 29, 2014 2:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 10XD and DD22 combos
Replies: 22
Views: 7637

Re: 10XD and DD22 combos

Give Dennis Papike a call at CalWest Custom fishing rods a call. He can build whatever you want and can figure out what you need. I have his 7'10" cranking rod and it's awesome.
by Keith Rakoncza
Fri Aug 01, 2014 2:39 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Dirty Donkey
Replies: 13
Views: 7017

Re: New Dirty Donkey

That is one thing about Allen, he never stops expanding and improving on his baits! Love the Dirty Donkey II.
by Keith Rakoncza
Fri Aug 01, 2014 2:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Big ABT Swimbait?
Replies: 6
Views: 2381

Re: Big ABT Swimbait?

I love the 9", super wide gliding action. I am sure the 12" will have outstanding action like the 9" and I will be in line to get one.
by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Jun 07, 2014 4:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rod guide repair?
Replies: 6
Views: 1687

Re: Rod guide repair?

Here is another one for you if you need it. Dennis Papike of Cal West Custom Rods. Great guy, great rods, and he always takes care of his customers. He took a custom rod of mine, rebuilt it so it was balanced and felt awesome. Didn't use it before and now its on the deck everyday. http://www.cal-wes...
by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Jun 07, 2014 4:19 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Dirty Donkey
Replies: 13
Views: 7017

Re: New Dirty Donkey

Dirty Donkey produced some good ones first trip out! As usual, ABT does it again.
by Keith Rakoncza
Sun Jan 12, 2014 5:16 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CONGRATS to BBT McClure Winners
Replies: 0
Views: 726

CONGRATS to BBT McClure Winners

Just wanted to congratulate John Walker and Tom Richards on their win at BBT McClure. These guys get better and better each year and I am sure they will make this a regular thing! Great job! Bite was tough with McClure being a puddle. 1.Tom W Richards John Walker 5/ 2.22/ 8.98/ $2,635.00 2. Bill K G...
by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Jun 01, 2013 5:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rod eye repair near plumas lake.
Replies: 3
Views: 951

Re: Rod eye repair near plumas lake.

Give Dennis a call at Cal-West Custom Rods http://www.cal-westcustomrods.com/home.html. He builds unbelievable rods and does some great repairs and rod modifications.
by Keith Rakoncza
Sat Jun 01, 2013 5:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tying Jigs?
Replies: 4
Views: 860

Re: Tying Jigs?

Try California Reservoir Lures http://www.californiareservoirlures.com/index.html. John will make and hand tied jigs and custom make colors.
by Keith Rakoncza
Mon May 28, 2012 12:07 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New crank rod
Replies: 11
Views: 2409

Re: New crank rod

Try giving Dennis at Cal-west custom rods a call. Made me a 7'10 crankin rod for Clearlake that is hands down the best crankin rod I have owned. He can make you anything from 7' to 7'10" and the action you want. He can do any eyes you want and also does spiral rapping of the eyes. Here is the w...
by Keith Rakoncza
Sun Jan 08, 2012 7:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tire question again!
Replies: 17
Views: 3787

Re: Tire question again!

Only recommendation I have is NOT to buy Carlson tires. My family, friends and I have had numerous blowouts with them. I have also always gone up one rating.