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by R. Duzac
Wed Oct 24, 2007 6:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SoCal is on fire...keep us in your thoughts.*NM*
Replies: 16
Views: 1068

Re: Here's an amazing Glimpse!

Our hopes and prayers are with all of you down there.

May all of you and the firefighters be safe.

Take Care,
Rene Duzac
by R. Duzac
Fri Oct 19, 2007 2:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone have a open back seat tomorrow?
Replies: 7
Views: 1122

Re: Anyone have a open back seat tomorrow?

I was going to fish club tournament alone tomorrow at New Melones (Apparently very tough right now).

If you want to join me give me a call.
Rene
408-718-1690
by R. Duzac
Thu Oct 18, 2007 6:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Attention Bass club members
Replies: 4
Views: 628

Re: Attention Bass club members

I did read the post and what is happening from a negative post is a lot of positive Response. I'm sure STony and Cooch will post on how to sponsor kids this coming year. I will be sure to hit the club up for some sponsorship of some kids. "I would hope we can do better than 2 kids though" ...
by R. Duzac
Tue Sep 11, 2007 10:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: i was told i could not go fishing today!!
Replies: 162
Views: 16077

Re: i was told i could not go fishing today!!

You could do what Brad Paisley said "I'm gonna miss her" Country song if you don't listen to country. Or the politicaly correct method is to make a callendar. Put fishing dates on it. Put Wife/Dinner Dates on it. I have to work on the second one too. Most of us do. There is a balance and y...
by R. Duzac
Tue Jul 24, 2007 8:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: B.A.S.S. AOY....Skeet or KVD? With two events left,
Replies: 9
Views: 1838

Re: B.A.S.S. AOY....Skeet or KVD? With two events left,

I don't want to jinx Skeet, so I will say KVD will win it easy :-).

An any case he's going up against the proven best in the game.
When you watch you can tell they both want it sooooo bad.

Good Luck Skeet!

R. Duzac
by R. Duzac
Mon Jul 23, 2007 12:45 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta boat accident?
Replies: 23
Views: 5609

Re: Delta boat accident?

I'm really sorry to hear a story like that. I'm out with my kids sometimes and I always just figure I'm just going a 100 yards to that spot over there. No landyard on. I will rethink that everytime after your story. Our prayers are with you and his family and friends. Thanks for sharing, stories lik...
by R. Duzac
Tue Jul 17, 2007 8:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Our Heartfelt Condolances.........
Replies: 19
Views: 2788

Re: Our Heartfelt Condolances.........

Cooch, Frankie,

My families prayers are with you.
Take care through these tough times.

Anything we can do to help out?

Rene Duzac
by R. Duzac
Wed Jul 11, 2007 9:22 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pro-Teen Boaters needed
Replies: 3
Views: 767

Re: Pro-Teen Boaters needed

I just gave Cooch a call, and I will be there Sunday morning.
Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Wed Jul 11, 2007 7:59 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pro-Teen Boaters needed
Replies: 3
Views: 767

Re: Pro-Teen Boaters needed

Dan, Can you give more information.

I am no pro, but might be able to get out and help out.
You can call me at 408-527-1819.

rduzac@cisco.com

Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Jun 18, 2007 12:26 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Drop Shot or Spoon
Replies: 2
Views: 548

Re: Drop Shot or Spoon

Thanks Grant,

Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Jun 18, 2007 10:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Drop Shot or Spoon
Replies: 2
Views: 548

Drop Shot or Spoon

How do you decide, is it a Spot/Smallmouth vs. Largemouth thing?

Just curious as I want to improve my spooning, but almost always pick up the drop shot.

Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Jun 11, 2007 7:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I want.. no, wait - I need ... to go delta frog fishing
Replies: 5
Views: 1067

Re: I want.. no, wait - I need ... to go delta frog fishing

Just go out and throw it! Make sure you have 50 - 65 lb. Braid Stiff Rod Frog with Gamma, or Owner Hooks. You don't need MATS!!!. You can work it in open water, some videos on Westernbass.TV Learn to work it on the mats, but also learn to work it off the mats with a walk. Very Short pops of the rod....
by R. Duzac
Wed May 30, 2007 10:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Today I lost my Fishing Partner....
Replies: 44
Views: 6799

Re: Today I lost my Fishing Partner....

Scott, Really sorry to here of your loss. My dad also got me into fishing as a kid as well, but now it's hard for me to get him away from the house and the computer. Your loss is a reminder to me as you said to call him and to try to get him out again. It normally means on the water around 8 or 9 am...
by R. Duzac
Fri Apr 13, 2007 5:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Long Time BassBuster Steve Irving Passes Away
Replies: 4
Views: 813

Long Time BassBuster Steve Irving Passes Away

I'm posting this here because several old BassBusters members have moved on but use this site. Steve Ivring (Lifetime BassBusters member) was preparing for a photograph trip to Arizona yesterday when he passed away. Steve was a well liked member and had been in the Club for over 15 years. I don't ha...
by R. Duzac
Wed Apr 11, 2007 1:33 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Does anyone know how many volts a ranger charger draws?
Replies: 7
Views: 638

Re: Volts

At 15 Amps output at ~14.5Volts, that's 217.5Watts per output. (Volts x Amps = Watts) Times 3 = 625Watts "output". If the "Charger" is about 70% efficient. (Thats converting AC input to DC output, it's not one to one) it will take at least ~900 Watt converter. Saying that, charge...
by R. Duzac
Fri Mar 30, 2007 10:32 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Oroville
Replies: 2
Views: 452

Re: Oroville

MrSkeeter, you can go to our website and read last months news letter to find out what most did. We were at Oroville Mid March. http://www.bassbusters.com/ My partner and I were in the Middle fork with Rip Baits mainly. Staysee's with 5 - 10 second pause. The mornings were awesome, then it slowed wa...
by R. Duzac
Wed Mar 28, 2007 10:02 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Help with ripp baits
Replies: 11
Views: 1779

Re: Help with ripp baits

Hey Kelly! Just wanted to say thanks for talking with us at Oroville. I didn't know you posted here. We were the group from BassBusters of Santa Clara. I had the Viper and was the last to leave the parking lot. You were great to talk to and you have some amazing gear! (I can't afford, but it was nic...
by R. Duzac
Wed Mar 28, 2007 6:25 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: tackletour flouro "showdown" article
Replies: 24
Views: 2648

Re: tackletour flouro "showdown" article

Remember that it stretches the same "Dry". I think the assumption is that after fishing awhile the standard Mono will assorb water and stetch more. One other topic not touched on is the invisible factor. Hard to compare these. I've always have liked the Trilene XL "great line". I...
by R. Duzac
Tue Mar 06, 2007 1:18 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: don pedro (moccasin question)
Replies: 1
Views: 600

Re: don pedro (moccasin question)

It's drinking water from Hetch Hetchy Water System.

R. Duzac
by R. Duzac
Fri Feb 23, 2007 8:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: An Open Letter to All Tournament Organizations….
Replies: 16
Views: 1977

Re: An Open Letter to All Tournament Organizations….

Well put Sieg. I think the pole should be less likely controlled than the use of tools like BioSonix. BioSonix has nothing to do with the skill of the angler, and the ability to use it. (Although I wish I could afford it :D ) Good Call, lets see if they listen. Things always get started out west, le...
by R. Duzac
Tue Feb 13, 2007 11:32 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Whats your weakness?
Replies: 56
Views: 22147

Re: Whats your weakness?

I would say my biggest weakness is Jig Fishing. I will throw the BrushHog before I throw a Jig. That said. I was once told by a guy who had a Black Belt in a couple different arts that also competed. "You don't need to know all of the moves, you only need to know how to use a few really really ...
by R. Duzac
Tue Feb 13, 2007 11:24 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Does someone have Fantesy Fishing Team (BASS)?
Replies: 5
Views: 778

Re: Does someone have Fantesy Fishing Team (BASS)?

Thanks,
Got the email, and I'm signed up.

Rene Duzac
by R. Duzac
Tue Feb 13, 2007 8:49 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Does someone have Fantesy Fishing Team (BASS)?
Replies: 5
Views: 778

Re: Does someone have Fantesy Fishing Team (BASS)?

do you have his email address, and why don't I see your name in there?

Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Feb 12, 2007 2:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Does someone have Fantesy Fishing Team (BASS)?
Replies: 5
Views: 778

Does someone have Fantesy Fishing Team (BASS)?

I'm looking to join a group.
Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Tue Jan 30, 2007 8:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: is this worth it...???
Replies: 20
Views: 4830

Re: is this worth it...???

I agree with them. Have the Mechanic check the motor it's worth the money. Also! This is an 87 year boat. Make sure he checks the condition of the Transom. If garage kept it should be in pretty good shape, but if outdoors then water could have rotted the transom. I would hate to see you buy a boat a...
by R. Duzac
Sun Jan 21, 2007 9:26 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rest In Peace, My Friend
Replies: 13
Views: 2098

Re: Rest In Peace, My Friend

Sorry to hear about the loss of a friend and fellow fisherman.
Our prayers are with his family and friends.

It really drives the message home. Tell your family you love them all the time and try to get out with them and friends as much as possible. You just never know.

Take Care All,
Rene Duzac
by R. Duzac
Thu Jan 18, 2007 2:28 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: What do you Ask for from a SPONSOR??????
Replies: 12
Views: 2622

Re: What do you Ask for from a SPONSOR??????

There are some very good suggestions here already. "Let them know what you could do for them" "Treat it like a business" "Be Prepared with your Fishing Resume" I haven't, and don't plan to take up a career in fishing, but have often thought about this for some reason. T...
by R. Duzac
Thu Jan 11, 2007 8:54 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Shasta results officially up..."Big" Jim Davis in
Replies: 4
Views: 925

Re: Shasta results officially up..."Big" Jim Davis

With about 50 guys at ~8 lbs., 50 guys at ~9 lbs., and another 15 or so at ~10 lbs. It's far from over. That's some amazing grouping. A couple lucky bites and you go from 130th place to the top 10. It's hard to count anybody out at this time. Are they going for 5 - 10 bites? or 50 and culling up (OU...
by R. Duzac
Wed Dec 13, 2006 4:34 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WHY TANDEM
Replies: 27
Views: 7016

Re: WHY TANDEM

Look at your Goodyear, or any other tire rating. I believe it's 1800 lbs. 3600 between the 2. Boat Weight 1800lbs. Motor weight 600lbs. Gas 8x40 gallons 320lbs. Gear None of us probably care less than 200 lbs :-) Total weigth 2920lbs. We are running right up near the capacity of the tire. Hit a pot ...
by R. Duzac
Tue Dec 12, 2006 2:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: lights on trailer
Replies: 7
Views: 1061

Re: lights on trailer

Go back and make sure all your ground wires are secured really well, Including the one that goes to your pull car. If you have any loose connections you can cause surging and be blowing your lights. They not only have to be tight, but the contacts must be clean. Sometimes it takes a little sand pape...
by R. Duzac
Thu Nov 16, 2006 6:40 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: CONGRATULATIONS JOE BRUCE NOR-CAL BASS CHAMPION
Replies: 9
Views: 1485

Re: CONGRATULATIONS JOE BRUCE NOR-CAL BASS CHAMPION

Congratulations Joe,

It's always nice to see someone from the board go out and get it done. Still haven't had the chance to meet, but I know we have exchanged emails a couple times. See ya on the water.

Great Job,

Rene Duzac
by R. Duzac
Mon Nov 06, 2006 3:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta
Replies: 14
Views: 3323

Re: Delta

I also agree with Marty, but I would add one more rod. The ones he suggest are perfect for this time of year. The fith although his is a good suggestion, I would put the big Pencil Popper on. Two other possible bait to through are the Jerk bait or Lipless crank. Sticking to what he suggested or swit...
by R. Duzac
Wed Oct 25, 2006 10:46 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: UMF "The Mouth of the South is Silenced"(Clausen v
Replies: 15
Views: 2450

Re: UMF "The Mouth of the South is Silenced"(Claus

I don't know Swindle at all. But I would take him in my boat any day. I get a kick out of the stuff he says. I'm kind of a sarcastic person myself and I'm sure he and I would be trashing on each other all day. And I'm sure he's a plenty good fisherman. He made it that far and that says something. AC...
by R. Duzac
Tue Oct 24, 2006 9:53 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sadly, I must report the passing of Betty Stewart
Replies: 3
Views: 772

Re: Sadly, I must report the passing of Betty Stewart

Our family prayers for her and her family & friends during this tough time.

Take Care,
Rene Duzac
by R. Duzac
Tue Sep 19, 2006 9:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta striper report? Cooch?
Replies: 7
Views: 2668

Re: Delta striper report? Cooch?

I don't know about all your questions, but I hit 2 stripers this weekend.

Neither big, but I did get them in the south end of Mildred Island.
There around.

Good Luck,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Thu Aug 17, 2006 12:54 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: i got a FISHING POLE QUESTION.....
Replies: 21
Views: 3698

Re: Cooch, stick to fishing jigs.

Gary you are exactly right on this one. Yes I paid good money for my Loomis(s). But I definitely don't expect a freebee evertime a rod breaks. I did break my Senko rod and was glad to pay only 50 for the replacement. I'm not sponsered but do fly the Loomis sticker on my truck because I feel for that...
by R. Duzac
Thu Aug 17, 2006 12:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WANTED
Replies: 9
Views: 1606

Re: WANTED

Mac, I wish I could, but I'm barely allowed out for my club tournaments. (Enough said) Anyway, Please post this on our club page http://www.bassbusters.com I think you might find someone there who would like to do that series. Nothing but good things said about it, and a great place to start fishing...
by R. Duzac
Tue Aug 01, 2006 8:11 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I HATE MY JOB*NM*
Replies: 22
Views: 6602

I like my job!

and I like the guys I work with. The problem is it's a big corporation and I haven't had a raise in "6" years. I have not read the book but will pick it up. What am I doing about it. I am actually preparing myself "and Family" to quit the job. I going to contact contract agency's...
by R. Duzac
Wed Jul 19, 2006 10:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ex. Pinpoint Users, what did you update too?
Replies: 2
Views: 720

Ex. Pinpoint Users, what did you update too?

I have 2-7520's. They seem to have troubles staying on, on hot days. Man on a budget!

What did you update too, and were you pleased?

I am so pleased with my Pinpoints and the way they display differences between fish and structure.

Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Jul 17, 2006 9:04 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need Really good Boat (Glass) Repair Shop
Replies: 9
Views: 1205

Think I found what I'm looking for

I contacted Fiberglass Unlimited in Clovis.

Does a couple of manufactures warrenty work.

Thanks,
Rene Duzac
by R. Duzac
Mon Jul 17, 2006 8:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need Really good Boat (Glass) Repair Shop
Replies: 9
Views: 1205

Need Really good Boat (Glass) Repair Shop

I have some bad side of hull damage that I need repaired. I have a couple places I've heard about. Jerry Kuwada (? Spelling), does anyone have his number. San Jose Area. Melgoza yacht Repair 925-754-6446 Any others, please post. Any possitive comments please post. Any negative please send me a perso...
by R. Duzac
Thu Jun 29, 2006 9:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How do I remove multiple photos
Replies: 6
Views: 848

Re: How do I remove multiple photos

Thanks,


Rene
by R. Duzac
Thu Jun 29, 2006 6:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NEW PIC'S of the MISTY GIRLS!!!!
Replies: 16
Views: 4666

Re: That reminds me of this old Man

Marty,
Great one,

Thanks,
R. Duzac
by R. Duzac
Wed Jun 28, 2006 2:29 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How do I remove multiple photos
Replies: 6
Views: 848

How do I remove multiple photos

The tool doesn't tell you that you successfully posted a picture, so I just kept Trying :( .

STony, please remove, or let me know if I need to take care of it, and how.
Thanks,
R. Duzac
by R. Duzac
Wed Jun 28, 2006 2:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NEW PIC'S of the MISTY GIRLS!!!!
Replies: 16
Views: 4666

Most guys know what bait already works,

so I guess it's not a secret if I post it on the forum. It's almost guaranteed to catch women all across the country. It's not a western specific bait. It's the Lipless Diamond. You can find it at most of your Jewellery outlets, also comes in other varieties, Jerkbaits, Crankbaits. It really shines ...
by R. Duzac
Tue Jun 27, 2006 10:20 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NEW PIC'S of the MISTY GIRLS!!!!
Replies: 16
Views: 4666

I think I can catch the one in the tulle's

Thanks,
Always a great way to make my day better!

Rene Duzac
by R. Duzac
Mon Jun 12, 2006 10:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Almost 3 weeks have passed
Replies: 26
Views: 15775

Re: Almost 3 weeks have passed

I tried to quit coffee and couldn't for vary long :shock:

I can't emagine smoking which has something proven to keep you addicted.

Good Luck, Hang in there, you know it's the best thing for you.

R. Duzac
by R. Duzac
Wed Jun 07, 2006 10:34 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: New Legend 199...check out this link...this boat looks sick!
Replies: 22
Views: 11288

Re: New Legend 199...check out this link...this boat looks s

Sure looks just like a Viper_Cobra or Hawk boats, both built by the guy who left Champion Boats.

Any Info on who designed it.

Thanks,
R. Duzac
by R. Duzac
Fri May 26, 2006 9:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Where is everyone heading out to this weekend?
Replies: 25
Views: 9871

Re: Where is everyone heading out to this weekend?

I'm with you semipro.

As much as I would like to fish I think it just gets to crazy these days.

I think if I were to go out I would be on the water about 4AM and off by 10AM.
Try to get the boat out before they start lining up.

Have a great & safe weekend.
R. Duzac
by R. Duzac
Tue Apr 25, 2006 8:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Loss of a friend - Darrell McDaniel - Modesto AmBassAdors
Replies: 6
Views: 1317

Re: Loss of a friend - Darrell McDaniel - Modesto AmBassAdor

Very sorry to here of the loss of yet another fellow fisherman.
Our prayers go out to his family and friends during a very tough time.

Take Care out there,
Rene Duzac
Bass Busters of Santa Clara