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by MichaelB
Mon Apr 02, 2018 4:22 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta, 29 Mar 2018
Replies: 6
Views: 2389

Re: Delta, 29 Mar 2018

I was out Saturday and couldn't see anything in that muddy water. The clearer water I did find had muck bottoms and no fish. You done good if you found an area that was clear and held the numbers of fish that you say. I was also out Saturday..... Mildred, Old River, Middle River and around Disco an...
by MichaelB
Thu Mar 29, 2018 11:41 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing club for non-boater
Replies: 4
Views: 718

Re: Fishing club for non-boater

Check our website ..... the meetings are once a month, the last Thursday of the month.
We fish exclusively in the Delta.

Here is some new member information:

http://www.deltabassclub.com/membership.html
by MichaelB
Thu Mar 29, 2018 4:16 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing club for non-boater
Replies: 4
Views: 718

Re: Fishing club for non-boater

Where are you located ?
If you are around the Delta, check us out.
Meeting tonight in Oakley.

http://www.deltabassclub.com/
by MichaelB
Wed Mar 28, 2018 5:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2006 Ranger Tandem Axle Trailer Brake Pads
Replies: 5
Views: 2459

Re: 2006 Ranger Tandem Axle Trailer Brake Pads

Try here .... you will have to register:

http://www.bbcboards.net/forumdisplay.php?f=47
by MichaelB
Sat Mar 24, 2018 7:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: POwer head 2005 opti 225
Replies: 1
Views: 624

Re: POwer head 2005 opti 225

Check your pm Abb
by MichaelB
Sun Mar 18, 2018 1:13 pm
Forum: Electric Motors
Topic: Minn Kota Fortex 101 36v 45" / SOLD
Replies: 1
Views: 686

Re: Minn Kota Fortex 101 36v 45"

Bass_Shreddin:
Call me at cell number in my pm.....
by MichaelB
Sun Mar 18, 2018 6:56 am
Forum: Electric Motors
Topic: Minn Kota Fortex 101 36v 45" / SOLD
Replies: 1
Views: 686

Minn Kota Fortex 101 36v 45" / SOLD

Fortrex SOLD Just ordered a new Ultrex, this trolling motor is in excellent condition. Fortrex 101 / 36v / 45" shaft Off of a 2013 Ranger Includes nearly new Transducer with Temp for Lowrance (PDT-WBL #106-74) Includes mounting hardware $475 in Modesto More pictures available ...... send me pm ...
by MichaelB
Tue Mar 06, 2018 5:26 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: MWD Seeks to Control Delta Tunnel Operation
Replies: 4
Views: 1059

Re: MWD Seeks to Control Delta Tunnel Operation

TonyM wrote:Ufish-With that mentality, you havent earned the right to ask others who have put their time in on the Delta what 5 baits to have on the deck or what their Delta Senko setups are.
Thank You Tony
by MichaelB
Fri Mar 02, 2018 5:53 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What 3 to 5 rods are on deck for ca delta around spring time in march?
Replies: 15
Views: 5139

Re: What 3 to 5 rods are on deck for ca delta around spring time in march?

Senko - wacky rigged Senko - texas rigged (maybe) Speed Trap Lipless - Trap or LV-500 Bubba Drop Shot Spinnerbait or chatterbait (if windy) Wadda Jig Flip-Pitch Rig I know I cheated and listed 8 ..... have to look at the conditions to decide which ones I have on the deck. Right now with our run of c...
by MichaelB
Wed Feb 28, 2018 3:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SoCal water agency could vote soon on whether to bankroll Delta tunnels
Replies: 5
Views: 1574

Re: SoCal water agency could vote soon on whether to bankroll Delta tunnels

From the SacB article... "They said the tunneling system would also prevent further harm to the Delta’s declining fish populations....... state officials say the WaterFix project would largely remedy the “reverse flow” problem and make the fish safer." I am just fricking comforted to lear...
by MichaelB
Wed Feb 28, 2018 6:02 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SoCal water agency could vote soon on whether to bankroll Delta tunnels
Replies: 5
Views: 1574

Re: SoCal water agency could vote soon on whether to bankroll Delta tunnels

How did the citizens of California, particularly Northern California, arrive in the situation that a Southern Cal "water agency" (MWD) can buy up islands in the Delta, fund either one or two Tunnels on the backs of their ratepayers, and be making plans to divert the Sacramento River South ...
by MichaelB
Tue Feb 27, 2018 6:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: MWD Seeks to Control Delta Tunnel Operation
Replies: 4
Views: 1059

MWD Seeks to Control Delta Tunnel Operation

It is hard for me to talk about how to rig Delta Senkos or which 5 rods should be on my deck this March in the Delta when the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is looking to completely take over the Delta Tunnels, control the water distribution, control the flow, control the financi...
by MichaelB
Mon Feb 26, 2018 5:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Weather - High & Low Pressure ?
Replies: 1
Views: 464

Weather - High & Low Pressure ?

This was an informative read on weather patterns.
Lot of talk on barometric pressure ..... what is considered more favorable "low pressure" and what is considered less favorable "high pressure" ?

http://www.westernbass.com/article/weat ... ur-fishing
by MichaelB
Fri Feb 23, 2018 10:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Calif Dept Water Resources Being Run by MWD Stooge
Replies: 4
Views: 1008

Calif Dept Water Resources Being Run by MWD Stooge

Interesting read concerned Delta persons. Bottom line is the California Department of Water Resources, who station in life is to protect California Water for all California citizens new "Director" Karla Nemith has been on the payroll of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern Californi...
by MichaelB
Sun Feb 11, 2018 12:53 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 24 Hour Peak Wind | baits for chop on the water?
Replies: 1
Views: 716

Re: 24 Hour Peak Wind | baits for chop on the water?

30 to 40 mph is a far cry from "chop on the water" !!!!!
by MichaelB
Wed Feb 07, 2018 5:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clubs near Castro Valley
Replies: 6
Views: 1363

Re: Clubs near Castro Valley

Here you go if you prefer the Delta ...... Oakley is reasonably close to Castro Valley, our meetings are the last Thursday of the month.

Send me a pm if you would like to talk.

http://www.deltabassclub.com/

http://www.deltabassclub.com/membership.html
by MichaelB
Tue Feb 06, 2018 6:49 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Coors Light Delta Event OPEN TO ALL Teams | $150 to Fish for a Jeep
Replies: 15
Views: 4702

Re: Coors Light Delta Event OPEN TO ALL Teams | $150 to Fish for a Jeep

If the field is "capped" at (120) Boats, then the intent of the rules is being maintained.
If there are going to be (250) Boats now in this "Invitational" then the guys that worked to qualify are getting screwed and this is a money grab for Anglers Press.
by MichaelB
Tue Feb 06, 2018 6:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pardee
Replies: 2
Views: 1001

Re: Pardee

I dont know of any bass fishing restrictions..... the Lake closes for the Winter and part of the Fall. I suppose if the Lake is closed, that is a fishing restriction. Looks like it reopens February 15, 2018 ...... make sure your boat is clean and dry, they have a fairly intensive boat inspection. Br...
by MichaelB
Tue Jan 23, 2018 3:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Basscat, triton or nitro?
Replies: 40
Views: 23884

Re: Stratos vs nitro?

Looking at a new nitro Z18 or 18 foot Stratos. Is there a stratus dealer here in Northern California? Does anybody have any opinions on either I will be getting rid of an order ranger looking to save some money on the boat to get OptiMaxx trolling motor Talon and fishfinders Stratos Boats was bough...
by MichaelB
Mon Jan 22, 2018 7:40 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ca Delta Drop Shot Question?
Replies: 4
Views: 2838

Re: Ca Delta Drop Shot Question?

with the Ca delta bass fishiing season right around the corner what is your favorite drop shot set up for ca delta, spinning or baitcasting line hooks baits Weights ext and why? thanks western bass I don't use a spinning rod to drop shot in the Delta as I usually dont have enough line out. I am usu...
by MichaelB
Tue Jan 02, 2018 6:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fresno Billboard
Replies: 4
Views: 2215

Fresno Billboard

Heres what Fresno City Councilman and farmers think about the Delta ...... just send them more water so they can turn a desert into pistachios
billboard.jpg
by MichaelB
Sat Dec 30, 2017 12:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WWBT Contingencies????
Replies: 21
Views: 4218

Re: WWBT Contingencies????

For a prospective angler looking for WWBT details.... such as the cost of a team tournament, one has to spend $60 for a membership, which is really restrictive and a bad idea. One should not have to complain on Westernbass and wait for a "member" to post such basic information.
by MichaelB
Thu Dec 28, 2017 10:31 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 2018 Delta Club Classic / October 27 2018
Replies: 0
Views: 466

2018 Delta Club Classic / October 27 2018

Greetings California / Western Bass Clubs The Delta Bass Club will again he hosting the Northern California Club Classic. Russos Marina, Bethel Island on the California Delta / Saturday October 27, 2018 This will be the 14th Annual Club Classic. Same format as in previous years, 6 Boats/12 Anglers e...
by MichaelB
Sun Dec 10, 2017 8:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DWR to Award up to $1 Billion in Contracts for Proposal, Before Completing Permit Process
Replies: 25
Views: 6239

Re: DWR to Award up to $1 Billion in Contracts for Proposal, Before Completing Permit Process

Just playing the devils advocate here. Did you do your homework? What makes you, or anybody else, think that the WaterFix has not received permits? The entire premise of the news release from "Restore the Delta" is the project had not been permitted. They have not completed the economic/f...
by MichaelB
Sat Dec 09, 2017 5:23 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: DWR to Award up to $1 Billion in Contracts for Proposal, Before Completing Permit Process
Replies: 25
Views: 6239

Re: DWR to Award up to $1 Billion in Contracts for Proposal, Before Completing Permit Process

Interesting ..... no permits, no financing, no economic study. Although the federal government is not providing financing, the project needs their approval as "federal waterways" are being impacted. No construction can start without financing in place and permits. The "project" i...
by MichaelB
Thu Nov 23, 2017 3:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 15% off West marine
Replies: 4
Views: 1021

Re: 15% off West marine

That's a great deal ..... their exclusion disclaimer is confusing
by MichaelB
Thu Nov 23, 2017 11:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 15% off West marine
Replies: 4
Views: 1021

Re: 15% off West marine

Need to read the "fine print" .......

https://www.westmarine.com/thanks-disclaimer
by MichaelB
Wed Nov 15, 2017 5:35 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Best ( CLUB ) payout
Replies: 11
Views: 3700

Re: Best ( CLUB ) payout

THE BEST LOCAL CLUB PAYOUT S80$ BUY IN CLUB PAYOUT 20$ 40$ 1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH 5TH 1st & 2nd OPTION BIG FISH 7 560 260 300 300 140 280 8 640 260 380 260 120 160 320 9 720 260 460 320 140 180 360 10 800 260 540 380 160 200 400 11 880 260 620 400 220 220 440 12 960 260 700 380 220 100 240 480 13 1040...
by MichaelB
Sat Nov 04, 2017 10:32 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Best ( CLUB ) payout
Replies: 11
Views: 3700

Re: Best ( CLUB ) payout

I don't believe a "Club" environment is one that you will be looking for a big payday. Delta Bass Club has a guaranteed 100% "payout" for each of our monthly events, and we do a draw for Boater+Co-Angler each month. Our entry fee per tournament is a whopping $20 per Angler so wit...
by MichaelB
Wed Oct 25, 2017 1:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Thank You President Trump
Replies: 15
Views: 4502

Thank You President Trump

Trump administration releases statement thru the Department of the Interior they do not support the "Calif Waterfix" which is Governor Brown's Twin Tunnels disaster. Good reads on the several anti-Tunnels developments: http://www.restorethedelta.org/2017/10/25/icymi-ap-report-reveals-trump...
by MichaelB
Sat Oct 21, 2017 7:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Duck Hunting "Right of Way" ?
Replies: 8
Views: 7155

Duck Hunting "Right of Way" ?

I'm sure this post will trigger a sh*tstorm, but with opening day of duck season on the Delta ..... I have some questions. Should duck hunters in a floating blind expect fisherman in boats to automatically stay 300-400 yards away to avoid getting sprayed with pellets? Should that same fisherman be c...
by MichaelB
Sat Oct 14, 2017 10:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Vessel Assist Question
Replies: 3
Views: 1057

Re: Vessel Assist Question

I have had it for years and had to use them a few times, worth it in my opinion. They were good to deal with and pretty quick to get out to the boat and get us back to the marina. I do not have on the water towing thru my insurance company State Farm. If you have multiple boats in your name they co...
by MichaelB
Sat Oct 14, 2017 4:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Vessel Assist Question
Replies: 3
Views: 1057

Re: Vessel Assist Question

Many Boat Insurance policies carry assist/towing coverage ...... which I am sure is cheaper than trying buy stand-alone coverage. Try Ben Green:
http://www.bengreenins.com/HOME
by MichaelB
Tue Oct 03, 2017 5:56 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Northern California Club Classic Results
Replies: 0
Views: 955

Northern California Club Classic Results

2017 Northern California Club Classic Results Russos Marina California Delta October 1st Six Teams each Club 1st Place: BANC Bass Anglers Northern Calif / 29 Fish = 73.60 lbs 2nd Place: Bass Busters Santa Clara/ 27 Fish = 71.30 lbs 3rd Place: Gilroy Bassmasters / 30 Fish = 68.60 lbs 4th Place: Fresn...
by MichaelB
Sun Sep 10, 2017 9:50 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Is Your Club Any Good ?
Replies: 0
Views: 553

Is Your Club Any Good ?

http://www.westernbass.com/shared/images/Fishermans.jpg Join us on October 1st to find out !! Delta Bass Club (Event Host) BANC - Bass Anglers Northern Calif Contra Costa Bass Club Fresno Bass Club Gilroy Bassmasters Modesto Ambassadors 2017 Northern California Club Classic California Delta at Russ...
by MichaelB
Sat Sep 09, 2017 5:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Westlands Water District Banner ?
Replies: 2
Views: 485

Westlands Water District Banner ?

Sorry Westernbass, you probably have no control over the Google Ad Banner rolling across this forum, but how did the Westlands Water District, one of the primary rapists of the California Delta get a banner on this site ?
by MichaelB
Sat Sep 09, 2017 5:26 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Northern California Club Classic.
Replies: 11
Views: 3546

Re: Northern California Club Classic.

2017 Northern California Club Classic Update. Clubs Confirmed In: Delta Bass Club (Event Host) BANC - Bass Anglers Northern Calif Contra Costa Bass Club Fresno Bass Club Gilroy Bassmasters Modesto Ambassadors Clubs Very Interested: Bass Busters of Santa Clara Outlaw Bass Club Sacramento Tri-Valley B...
by MichaelB
Fri Sep 08, 2017 3:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fed. Govt. spent $84 million habitat money on tunnel planning
Replies: 1
Views: 450

Re: Fed. Govt. spent $84 million habitat money on tunnel planning

Just Great ..... these liars and thieves can not find $84m for Tunnel Planning ...... where is the $17b in construction costs coming from ?
You guessed it boys and girls ...... California Taxpayers.
by MichaelB
Mon Sep 04, 2017 2:57 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Backseat
Replies: 5
Views: 1852

Re: Backseat

Check out the "membership" tab ...... our next meeting in Oakley is on Sept 28
Our Co-Anglers are all top notch and experienced.... they just don't own a boat.

http://www.deltabassclub.com/
by MichaelB
Sat Aug 26, 2017 10:39 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Northern California Club Classic.
Replies: 11
Views: 3546

Re: Northern California Club Classic.

Does anyone have any details or contact information on the Castro Valley Bass Classics ?
Not getting thru to "Larry" on their website:
https://sites.google.com/site/castrovalleybassclassics/
by MichaelB
Mon Aug 21, 2017 7:34 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Northern California Club Classic.
Replies: 11
Views: 3546

Re: Northern California Club Classic.

mark poulson wrote:Mike, here's another "local" club: Redwood Empire Bass Club
http://www.rebc.net
Thanks Mark..... I got an Invite off to Redwood Empire and talked to Sacramento Bass Wranglers.
I will post a summary in a couple of days to see if I have left anyone off the list.
by MichaelB
Mon Aug 21, 2017 9:47 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Northern California Club Classic.
Replies: 11
Views: 3546

Re: Northern California Club Classic.

Does anyone have any contact information on the Sacramento Bass Wranglers ?
Website is dead and facebook inactive ...... wondering if they are still active.
They have performed quite well in previous Club Classics.
by MichaelB
Fri Aug 18, 2017 4:37 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Northern California Club Classic.
Replies: 11
Views: 3546

Re: Northern California Club Classic.

Morgan wrote:Gee, Thanks! Can you also download your waypoints? :D
All kidding aside, we look forward to having you at our Classic, a good time will be had by all.
by MichaelB
Thu Aug 17, 2017 5:57 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Northern California Club Classic.
Replies: 11
Views: 3546

Re: Northern California Club Classic.

Morgan wrote:Fresno Bass Club is coming to take all the money! :D :D :D :D
Really Now ???? You guys know how to get to the Delta ?
Just head up 99 and take a left at Stockton..... you cant miss it !!!
by MichaelB
Tue Aug 15, 2017 2:47 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Northern California Club Classic.
Replies: 11
Views: 3546

Re: Delta Bass Club Challenge

Click on the banner at the Delta Bass Club Website for Details: 13th Annual Club Classic at Russos / Sunday October 1st This is a "club vs club" format / 6 teams each club / $120 per team/boat Get your Club organized and signed-up. Let's determine who can catch fish in the Delta, the Delta...
by MichaelB
Thu Jul 27, 2017 4:42 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CA boat/luxury Tax
Replies: 26
Views: 17365

Re: CA boat/luxury Tax

My tax is $431 and I'm sure there are guys getting banged a lot harder than that ...... your boat remains taxable property as long as it has value and you own it. It is not a "Luxury" tax in Stanislaus County, it is Property Tax. Your bill should get incrementally cheaper each year as the ...
by MichaelB
Wed Jul 19, 2017 4:05 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Boatmasters Presents WCBCOI at Russos July 22 and 23 | Bass Cat Owners Tournament 2017
Replies: 12
Views: 4039

Re: Boatmasters Presents WCBCOI at Russos July 22 and 23 | Bass Cat Owners Tournament 2017

Just Wondering ..... we have a Club event at Russo's Saturday morning also. We will be long gone by 6:30 am.
How many Boats are you expecting and when is your weigh-in ?
Thanks
by MichaelB
Sat Jul 15, 2017 3:35 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fatal bass boat crash on Conroe on way to weigh-in
Replies: 8
Views: 5380

Re: Fatal bass boat crash on Conroe on way to weigh-in

You would have to be a complete idiot to be running a boat at high speeds in the dark, regardless if the driver was confused by shore lights or not. Am guessing this Tournaments weigh-in was also in the dark...... how smart is that to invite an accident ? They will probably be getting sued also.
by MichaelB
Tue Jul 04, 2017 4:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Endagered Species Act Signs Off on Delta Tunnels
Replies: 43
Views: 8581

Re: Endagered Species Act Signs Off on Delta Tunnels

Based on the treatment of the Trump administration by the ruling politicians in Sacramento, they should expect little or no help in the way of funding from Washington DC Unfortunately micro you are not right...... Big Money interests headed by the Resnicks will hand over $100k donations to whoever ...
by MichaelB
Thu Jun 29, 2017 3:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Endagered Species Act Signs Off on Delta Tunnels
Replies: 43
Views: 8581

Re: Endagered Species Act Signs Off on Delta Tunnels

Amen: We need more voices like Congressman Garamendi