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- Thu Nov 19, 2020 3:53 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: NOOB question: G Loomis GLX vs Dobyns
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2953
Re: NOOB question: G Loomis GLX vs Dobyns
I can't answer for the Loomis rod as I'm not familiar with it. The the DC 804CB is an 8 foot Mod Fast crankbait rod. You can go up in power to an 805CB or an 806CB with us if you need more power and a Mod action. I have lots of rods stiffer than 804 CB. If I can help, let me know. THX!!!!
- Sat Jul 11, 2020 8:05 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: XD Crankbait Rod
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4451
Re: XD Crankbait Rod
Dobyns is very strong with CB rods. We make many models from 6'3" to 8 footers. It seems you're looking at deeper divers and here's what I'd suggest. 805CB- best baits are DD22 and 6XD sized baits. It'll throw an 8XD decent. It'll throw a 10 XD but it requires a lob style cast and you will not ...
- Fri Jul 10, 2020 2:12 pm
- Forum: Tournaments
- Topic: Wild West Bass DELTA Team Anglers
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2685
Re: Wild West Bass DELTA Team Anglers
[quote="kb"]They changed it in hopes that I would make it out to a couple WWBT tournaments this year Gary.....
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Now I understand Kent. They're trying to help you AND Ken Mah
Best of luck to both of you guys if you fish.
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Now I understand Kent. They're trying to help you AND Ken Mah
Best of luck to both of you guys if you fish.
- Thu Jul 09, 2020 6:20 pm
- Forum: Tournaments
- Topic: Wild West Bass DELTA Team Anglers
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2685
Re: Wild West Bass DELTA Team Anglers
Thanks Ken. I thought it was odd so I was trying to save some anglers a headache. Good luck and I think you need it
- Thu Jul 09, 2020 3:05 pm
- Forum: Tournaments
- Topic: Wild West Bass DELTA Team Anglers
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2685
Re: Wild West Bass DELTA Team Anglers
12" size limit? It's possible but someone might want to double check this.
- Wed Jul 01, 2020 11:40 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Braid with jigs
- Replies: 14
- Views: 8419
Re: Braid with jigs
I use straight Floro in 12-15lb test mostly. I will jump to 20 lb if fishing around a lot of cover. I just don't like the feel of braid for fishing jigs. Yes, you feel bites better with no stretch but it just doesn't feel right to me. Many guys use braid now on spinning with a leader in deep water. ...
- Mon Jun 29, 2020 7:17 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: dobyns champion 734c help
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2940
Re: dobyns champion 734c help
Thanks for the question. I made the Champion 734C originally as my personal Super Spook rod. I really didn't realize at the time all the techniques this single rod can cover. It's an awesome Super Spook rod but it's turned out to be a lot more than a Spook rod. It also handles a Front Runner very we...
Re: Shasta
Talked with a great friend that fished Shasta last two days and is back out this morning. Fishing is great!!
Re: Shasta
The gang helped with hotels and ramps. I just wanted to add you're going to get spoiled quickly at Shasta. The place is a fish factory and everywhere is good. The Pit arm has lots of deep creeks with lots of trees. The McCloud arm has hundreds of points and coves. The Sac arm is really known for all...
- Mon Mar 30, 2020 4:40 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: What is the difference in Blanks
- Replies: 2
- Views: 952
Re: What is the difference in Blanks
Yes you can but you need to pay attention to the spline of the rod for guide placement. Also, the powers very a lot between casting and spinning. I did this once with Dobyns Rods. I took a Champ 763C blank and used it for a Champ 765SF rod. It was a stout spinning rod. This is the only time I've eve...
- Thu Mar 26, 2020 5:52 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Yamamoto Bait ID
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2285
Re: Yamamoto Bait ID
This was a great bait but apparently it must not of sold well. It's one of my favorite spinnerbait trailers, I'd bite it off to the length I wanted as a trailer. I'd also C-Rig it, and fish it in the Delta with a light weight 1/8 to 3/16 and swimming it/dragging it along. I'm thankful I have a suppl...
- Thu Mar 26, 2020 5:46 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Punch baits & color??
- Replies: 11
- Views: 3816
Re: Punch baits & color??
Truthfully I'm not sure it matters to the fish. This is almost always a reaction bite anyway. Just think with a heavy weight how fast that bait goes by them. I stay simple, Green Pumpkin and June Bug. I think it matters more to the angler than it does the fish. So throw your favorite. My 2 cents.
- Sun Mar 22, 2020 2:11 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Punching rod
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6114
Re: Punching rod
The Sierra 766 Flip is $179 for guys looking to spend less dollars. For the money Sierra is probably the best rod we sell. All Fuji components and Toray material. The Champ Series is the backbone of the company. I personally fish 90% Champs and so does Richard Dobyns and a bunch of our staff. We hav...
- Sun Mar 22, 2020 8:10 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Punching rod
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6114
Re: Punching rod
The 766 Flip will be great for punching, the 735C is far too light. We make an 805 Flip/Punch that's very popular in Champion Series. We make a 766 Flip Sierra and Champion. I do all my flippin, pitchin, and punchin with a Champ 766 Flip. When I was working with Fred Roumbanis to build his rods we t...
- Mon Mar 09, 2020 3:50 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Spinning Rod & line for Jerkbaits
- Replies: 7
- Views: 7751
Re: Spinning Rod & line for Jerkbaits
This will depend on which jerk baits your throwing. Let's just say it's a Vision 110 which is hugely popular bait. This bait does not have a big bill so it doesn't pull hard. You could get by with a 2 power spinning rod or a 3 power, which is Med Light in a 2 and Medium in a 3. It'll depend on the a...
- Wed Feb 19, 2020 9:35 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Building the Perfect Jig
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2889
Re: Building the Perfect Jig
I've always poured my own jigs for tournaments as I'm so picky about the hooks. The best round bend jig hook ever made is Gamakatsu's 604 Series. It's called a heavy wire but it's not heavy really. It's just stout enough when it hits bone it does not flex and spring like a light wire hook. A springy...
- Wed Feb 12, 2020 3:11 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Questions regarding Aluminum bass boats...
- Replies: 14
- Views: 6660
Re: Questions regarding Aluminum bass boats...
If you're on the fence between brands why not take a tour and see how they're built. I just walked the new Vexus facility and the way they build Aluminum boats blew my mind. I've owned a bunch of aluminum boats and still own 3 today. I will own a 4th this year and It'll be a Vexus AVX2080. I've help...
- Wed Feb 05, 2020 9:00 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Rod Companies Leaving California
- Replies: 21
- Views: 6146
Re: Rod Companies Leaving California
Tom, I'm very sorry for the loss of your son. That's a terrible thing and no parent should have to go through that. I can't even imagine...... Your opening sentence is on the money too!! CA is beautiful with the ocean and mountains so close. The comment about Californians not welcome in Houston was ...
- Wed Feb 05, 2020 2:14 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Rod Companies Leaving California
- Replies: 21
- Views: 6146
Re: Rod Companies Leaving California
I'm amazed how often I run into NorCal people and find out that they've moved to the "tiny" little part of TX around Sulphur Springs or Lake Fork which is 25 min away. CA will always be considered home to me and it disgusts me that that our government here doesn't see the amount of GOOD pe...
- Mon Feb 03, 2020 11:10 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Rod Companies Leaving California
- Replies: 21
- Views: 6146
Re: Rod Companies Leaving California
Guys, my move really started as I out grew my warehouse in Yuba City that was 6800 Sq Feet. When I tried to build a new 14,400 sq foot warehouse is where I got into trouble. The price of the new warehouse was INSANE. I got pissed over many details. One was they gave me a list of plants I could put a...
- Fri Jan 31, 2020 9:24 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Question about Pond Smelt in Winter
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1416
Re: Question about Pond Smelt in Winter
More often than not the smelt go deep but they suspend offshore a lot. Run your graphs way out offshore and you'll pick up a lot of smelt. There's still balls of smelt shallow and by the bank as well. Spots will move around a lot with the smelt but also this time of year they start getting on crawda...
- Mon Jan 13, 2020 11:12 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Congrats to $1000 Winners
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1556
Re: Congrats to $1000 Winners
Richard and James finished 2nd, making them the first losers
- Sun Jan 12, 2020 6:02 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Congrats to $1000 Winners
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1556
Congrats to $1000 Winners
Congrats to Sage Baker and Mike Arey on the $1000 Dobyns Rods Contingency for their win at Lake Shasta!!
Great job guys. Thanks for being a Dobyns Rods customers!! Good thing you beat that 2nd place team, they have enough Dobyns Rods already
THX!!
Great job guys. Thanks for being a Dobyns Rods customers!! Good thing you beat that 2nd place team, they have enough Dobyns Rods already
THX!!
- Fri Jan 10, 2020 2:10 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: ISE 2020 Role Call
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2969
Re: ISE 2020 Role Call
I'll be there all 4 days as well. I'll be in Fisherman's Whse booth, Johnsons Bait&Tackle, and the Vexus Boat booth. I hope to see a bunch of you guys. THX!!
- Fri Jan 10, 2020 1:30 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Dobyns WWBT Contingency
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1410
Re: Dobyns WWBT Contingency
Got to take care of my western buddies
- Fri Jan 10, 2020 11:30 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Dobyns WWBT Contingency
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1410
Dobyns WWBT Contingency
This has been published but I'm getting lots of questions on things that are covered here. So just reposting again.
Thanks to all!!!
https://www.westernbass.com/article/dob ... bt-anglers
Thanks to all!!!
https://www.westernbass.com/article/dob ... bt-anglers
- Fri Dec 20, 2019 9:15 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: NEW VIDEO "We Cashed a Check While Fishing Our First Phil’s Propeller Team Tournament on Lake Shasta!"
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2527
Re: NEW VIDEO "We Cashed a Check While Fishing Our First Phil’s Propeller Team Tournament on Lake Shasta!"
Great job as always guys. Shasta is a fish factory there's not many places that produce the numbers of fish that Shasta does. Tell your partner I miss seeing his ugly mug everyday
- Thu Dec 19, 2019 8:05 pm
- Forum: Tournaments
- Topic: Dobyns Rods contingency for WWBT
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2710
Dobyns Rods contingency for WWBT
When I teamed with Matt and Angie Morgan to launch the Wild West Bass Trail (WWBT) we did it for the anglers. There was a huge need for a strong circuit in the West. We paid over 100% cash back at our events, installed off-limits periods, 7-fish limits, polygraph testing, and added TV and web covera...
- Thu Dec 12, 2019 4:04 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: NEW VIDEO “Top 3 Finish & Cashed a Check on Lake Oroville | Fishing the Oroville Bass Masters Club Tournament!”
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2993
Re: NEW VIDEO “Top 3 Finish & Cashed a Check on Lake Oroville | Fishing the Oroville Bass Masters Club Tournament!”
I'll certainly try and do this. It'd be fun.
- Thu Dec 12, 2019 7:38 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: NEW VIDEO “Top 3 Finish & Cashed a Check on Lake Oroville | Fishing the Oroville Bass Masters Club Tournament!”
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2993
Re: NEW VIDEO “Top 3 Finish & Cashed a Check on Lake Oroville | Fishing the Oroville Bass Masters Club Tournament!”
Keep on catching them up there. I miss Oroville, I think I know about every rock and bump in that lake. I'd hate to guess how many times I've launched my boat there. I'm hoping to go harass Jamie at North Valley Tackle and catch a few spots out of Oroville in the coming weeks. I might run into some ...
- Wed Dec 11, 2019 5:02 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: NEW VIDEO “Top 3 Finish & Cashed a Check on Lake Oroville | Fishing the Oroville Bass Masters Club Tournament!”
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2993
Re: NEW VIDEO “Top 3 Finish & Cashed a Check on Lake Oroville | Fishing the Oroville Bass Masters Club Tournament!”
Great job on the video and congrats on 3rd place finish. It's nice seeing some of the Oroville guys. It's nice to see that Oroville has bounced back with some decent fish again. I really appreciate the use of Dobyns Rods and products. When you guys see Jamie at North Valley Tackle tell him I was tal...
- Wed Dec 11, 2019 4:31 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: rod guide repair??
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2718
Re: rod guide repair??
In the Yuba City area is Manny's rod shop. It's on Township Blvd. Blake does excellent work and turn around is quick. Chuck does all of Fishermen's Whse repairs in Sac area and also does excellent work.
- Wed Dec 11, 2019 4:27 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Good metal flake man-Lodi/Stockton area
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1697
Re: Good metal flake man-Lodi/Stockton area
I know it's a drive but Bragg's Marine in Anderson does outstanding work and is very reasonable. I had a bad glass repair back in mid 80's. What a nightmare. I took it bad 5 times and it was never right. The point is I wasted a lot of time and the hassle of the whole deal was crazy. I've only used B...
Re: jerkbaits
Wow an old post revived. Our buddy Cooch even made a post on this one. He's definitely missed!! Jerkbaits are a year around technique but it's a must have on the boat in winter and spring. Deadly as the water first starts to warm after the winter and through the spawn. There's not a lot of guys that...
- Sun Sep 01, 2019 12:45 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Bullards Bar?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2046
Re: Bullards Bar?
Great lake. It's not as easy as it used to be. The lake is small and it's taken a lot of pressure the last 4-5 years. It's still the best big Spot lake around. I don't have much time on Bullards in Sept-Oct but it can be great top water bite. Super Spook out of the points and steeper rock walls up t...
- Mon Aug 26, 2019 1:29 pm
- Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
- Topic: 2019 518 Ranger and 520C 2016
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1046
2019 518 Ranger and 520C 2016
The 518 is new with two HDS 12 units, Foretrex trolling motor, setback plate, ungraded charger and so on. 5 year engine warranty on Evinrude 150 HO The 520C is a 2016 model. Loaded, has Lithium batteries and special charger too. I've kept this boat for 3 years as it's about the best one I've ever ha...
- Sun Aug 04, 2019 10:21 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Copolymer Line?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 7094
Re: Copolymer Line?
Lots of guys will have a different answer here. With the baits you mentioned I stay in the 15-20lb test range. Lighter and I bust a few off and heavier I don't think I get as many bites. Might be my confidence. I either throw a good Floro or P-Line CXX. I love CXX as it's strong, abrasion resistant,...
- Sat Apr 27, 2019 6:49 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Cross breed Lake Oroville
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1671
Re: Cross breed Lake Oroville
Real pretty fish and colors can vary some, but it's a Spot!!
- Mon Mar 04, 2019 12:10 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: A-rig rod question
- Replies: 11
- Views: 5095
Re: A-rig rod question
[quote="Freefall"][quote="Gary Dobyns"]Lots of options for an A-Rig rod. It depends on how much weight you're chucking. Most of us are using 3/16 or 1/4 oz heads. So even a big XD 10 rod will throw these weights. Many guys are using 795 SB rod but I fell it's too much rod. We hav...
- Sun Mar 03, 2019 11:30 am
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Ca delta bubba shot?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4198
Re: Ca delta bubba shot?
I like a fast action rod for this. Many guys use a 3 power or Med/Hvy. I like a bit more power so I normally use a 4 power which is a heavy but it must have a great tip before coming into backbone. My favorite is DX 744C Full Handle. But, any of our 3 or 4 powers will work as I always build a little...
- Sat Mar 02, 2019 2:54 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Ca delta bubba shot?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4198
Re: Ca delta bubba shot?
Bubba shotting is a deadly technique on Cal Delta. I use the Re-Barb hook only. It's a Gamakatsu hook that Robo Worm takes and puts a keeper on it. It's the best. I use a 4/0 the most. I also use heavy line like 20 lb test because I'll throw it anywhere. Some guys will use 12- 15 lb test because it'...
- Fri Mar 01, 2019 5:21 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Re-upholstering Ranger Boat Seats?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1515
Re: Re-upholstering Ranger Boat Seats?
You can always buy skins for your seats through any Ranger dealer. Then you have factory new seats again.
- Fri Mar 01, 2019 5:05 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: A-rig rod question
- Replies: 11
- Views: 5095
Re: A-rig rod question
You'll do better with a slightly slower rod for an A-Rig. Most of us are throwing braid anyway so there's no line stretch. The main reason for a slightly slower rod is it's much easier to "load and cast" these than a really fast action rod. It will be a lot less work on the angler. Plus if...
- Fri Mar 01, 2019 2:50 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: A-rig rod question
- Replies: 11
- Views: 5095
Re: A-rig rod question
Lots of options for an A-Rig rod. It depends on how much weight you're chucking. Most of us are using 3/16 or 1/4 oz heads. So even a big XD 10 rod will throw these weights. Many guys are using 795 SB rod but I fell it's too much rod. We have a light swim bait rod call 794 SB with a 12" handle ...
- Mon Feb 18, 2019 3:38 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Plain Arkie Head Jigs-Not Skirted
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2211
Re: Plain Arkie Head Jigs-Not Skirted
Joe, I'm not sure there's a right answer here. I used to throw 99% Arkie Heads but since have moved over to all football heads except when using a swim jig or Flippin jig. If I was you I'd consider a few heavier 3/4 and 1 ounce football heads. These work great when fishing deep they're the real deal...
- Mon Feb 18, 2019 2:11 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Prop for Ranger 482v
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2254
Re: Prop for Ranger 482v
I agree with Nick 100%. But, I prefer a 3 blade myself as Nick said you'll lose a little on top end with 4 blade. Your RPM's is biggest question here. I can't remember what max RPM is for that engine. I like to run high RPM. Example if the range is 5500-6000 RPM for recommended range. I like to run ...
- Mon Feb 18, 2019 2:00 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Fishing The Wild West Bass Trail’s 2019 Pro/Am On Lake Shasta - My First Pro/Am VIDEO
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1766
Re: Fishing The Wild West Bass Trail’s 2019 Pro/Am On Lake Shasta - My First Pro/Am VIDEO
Great job on the video!!! Both your draws were great guys too. You're traveling partners are also A-plus guys. Looks like you had a great time!! Those rods you're using looked pretty special too Thanks bud!!
- Mon Feb 18, 2019 1:24 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Cranking Rod for 8 & 10XD’s ?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8209
Re: Cranking Rod for 8 & 10XD’s ?
The 795 SB would throw the 10XD but it's powerful. The 794 SB is awesome.
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- Sun Feb 17, 2019 6:20 pm
- Forum: Tournaments
- Topic: Bassmaster Elite Lanier Final Results | Dobyns Rods pro takes the WIN
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1731
Re: Bassmaster Elite Lanier Final Results | Dobyns Rods pro takes the WIN
Thanks JakeV77 I watched today and Paul is good friend and I was really pulling for him. I swear I was FAR more nervous watching and pulling for him than I've ever been fishing a tournament. I was stressed :) I knew Zaldian had a little one to cull and simply need a "decent" bite to win. I...
- Sun Feb 17, 2019 6:13 pm
- Forum: Fishing
- Topic: Cranking Rod for 8 & 10XD’s ?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8209
Re: Cranking Rod for 8 & 10XD’s ?
We build 3 rods I'll recommend. The 806CB was made for the 10 XD and throws the 8XD extremely well too. Paul Mueller (Today's BASS Champ) wanted a signature rod for 10 XD because it's one of his top baits and he loves Glass. So I made an 805 CB Glass with his name on it. We sell some of both. If you...
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