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by george
Wed Dec 25, 2019 7:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fishing license cost rises
Replies: 4
Views: 1988

Re: Fishing license cost rises

Does anyone have the break down of where the fishing and hunting license money goes? I heard some years ago that less then fifty percent goes to wildlife habitat and Fish and Game enforcement! I would almost bet that we would be appalled at where the majority of our license fees are applied, if the ...
by george
Wed Dec 25, 2019 7:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: First-time boat buyers are in decline, and retention rates are shrinking
Replies: 11
Views: 2908

Re: First-time boat buyers are in decline, and retention rates are shrinking

The big brands are pricing themselves right out of their market! The majority of the guys who bass fish and would love to keep fishing bass tournaments can no longer afford to buy a new bass boat as they are all moving to a price point that is inconceivable for ninety percent of them! This is why yo...
by george
Sat Dec 14, 2019 8:01 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Yes, this actually washed up in NorCal
Replies: 4
Views: 2190

Re: Yes, this actually washed up in NorCal

And this started the twelves days of Christmas for the greater San Fransisco area!
by george
Thu Aug 08, 2019 6:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2 California state-record contenders caught in one day
Replies: 2
Views: 1591

Re: 2 California state-record contenders caught in one day

As of when did Tarpon become a Pacific coast game fish? Am i missing something???

George
by george
Thu Aug 08, 2019 6:00 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Lake Hemet; Any bass in this lake?
Replies: 5
Views: 1496

Lake Hemet; Any bass in this lake?

Have any of you guys fished lake Hemet before? I am going to head up there camping for a few days and have fished it one time some years ago and did not get bit! I know it is not a tournament venue so I wanted to see if any one could give me a clue!

George
by george
Sun Jul 14, 2019 1:06 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Franks Resto | Initial plan blocked False and Sacramento rivers for Bethel Island and Franks Tract
Replies: 3
Views: 1502

Re: Franks Resto | Initial plan blocked False and Sacramento rivers for Bethel Island and Franks Tract

How dare you throw logic and common sense into the mix? Forty years ago we had one twentieth of the mid valley in crop production due to it being desert and getting very little rainfall to make it profitable. Now we have hundreds of thousands of acres of that we set in production of nuts to which 90...
by george
Fri Jun 28, 2019 8:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Mexico Fishing El Salto Vs Lake Baccarac
Replies: 9
Views: 4226

Re: Mexico Fishing El Salto Vs Lake Baccarac

Went to El Salto and It was pretty outstanding as I literally wore out several buzz baits and spooks! It does get hot there in October when I went and I was told the best time to be there is Oct through Feb because it is too hot during the spring and summer. I have never been to Baccarac but from ta...
by george
Wed Jun 05, 2019 4:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Loss another great one..so sad !!R.I.P Mike Coelho
Replies: 6
Views: 1817

Re: Loss another great one..so sad !!R.I.P Mike Coelho

Wow, what a great guy and lure maker! RIP my friend and thoughts and prayers to your family...This guy loved bass fishing was one of the best lure makers around!

George
by george
Tue Dec 25, 2018 10:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Unusual DNA found in big bass turns into a record catch
Replies: 2
Views: 6017

Re: Unusual DNA found in big bass turns into a record catch

Is this the same cross genetics that are in Camanchee? I had always heard that many of the fish there were a cross between a Spot and Smallmouth or a Spot and Largemouth but were referred to as Mules!
Anyone have the correct information about this?

George
by george
Thu Dec 20, 2018 7:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Co Anglers ... Will they become extinct... Thoughts?
Replies: 8
Views: 3244

Re: Co Anglers ... Will they become extinct... Thoughts?

I started fishing tournaments in the 80's as a Co-Angler and as I built up the confidence I graduated to the front of the boat. I found that most all of the Co's were new to the sport or new to tournament fishing and just needed to test the waters and gain the confidence of moving to the front of th...
by george
Sun Dec 16, 2018 5:50 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: “first ever” video footage of wolves fishing and catching
Replies: 4
Views: 1954

Re: “first ever” video footage of wolves fishing and catching

Wow, pretty cool video! Too bad no wolves were involved in the making of the film as that I am pretty sure is a coyote!

George
by george
Wed Nov 07, 2018 5:47 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Lowrance Fish for the Wish Tournament Clear Lake Nov 10
Replies: 4
Views: 1165

Re: Lowrance Fish for the Wish Tournament Clear Lake Nov 20

Flyer says 10th but post says 20th?

George
by george
Thu Oct 18, 2018 2:14 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?
Replies: 18
Views: 14855

Re: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?

Chad Sweitzer wrote: That was not investigative reporting, that was clickbait. If I were to hear of a WW from a friend I would ask him for source/proof. And if he didn't know or couldn't confirm, I wouldn't post it, I would investigate it. At this point even if someone did catch a WW, its sketchy to...
by george
Thu Oct 18, 2018 8:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: US Open Day 2 AAA Results
Replies: 2
Views: 1053

Re: US Open Day 2 AAA Results

These are day one results!
by george
Mon Oct 15, 2018 11:30 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: U.S. Open Day 1 Cancelled
Replies: 3
Views: 2049

Re: U.S. Open Day 1 Cancelled

You have got that right Larry! I have been pumped about this event for weeks! Woke up got ready and met up with partner and watched the trees to see if the wind was going to be a factor and it was! Billy called it early and decisively and like always he was watching out for four hundred and fifty an...
by george
Thu Oct 11, 2018 6:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?
Replies: 18
Views: 14855

Re: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?

This is what happens when you try to become a investigative reporter and follow up on rumor from a friend! I was also trying to push some business up your way as I heard this fish was caught on a California Resevoir Lures Jig purchased from Glory Hole on a 7'6" HF Spiralite casting rod and Shim...
by george
Sun Oct 07, 2018 6:41 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?
Replies: 18
Views: 14855

Re: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?

That is sort of what I am thinking, but you never know! That lake has been low enough for those big girls to be able to buffet on those schools of trout so it could be possible though not probable!
by george
Sun Oct 07, 2018 1:57 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?
Replies: 18
Views: 14855

Anyone hear about a new world record out of Melones?

Pretty reliable source just called me and said that there was a new world record largemouth caught at Melones over the week end, does anyone have any news? Said 26+!!!!!

George
by george
Tue Sep 11, 2018 8:12 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Coelho Custom lures!!!! Anyone try em?
Replies: 0
Views: 578

Coelho Custom lures!!!! Anyone try em?

Any of you guys used the custom baits made by Mike Coehlo? They are the real deal, I won a couple in the raffle of the Bobs Marine tournament at Clear Lake a decided to tie one on for day two, my first four fish of the day came on a beautiful square bill that he made. So, if you are looking for some...
by george
Tue Aug 28, 2018 12:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: in order to stop the Delta tunnels, we must stop this hearing first.
Replies: 4
Views: 1086

Re: in order to stop the Delta tunnels, we must stop this hearing first.

I called all three and let them know I as a citizen was opposed to the hearings, meetings and tunnels!

George
by george
Sun Aug 26, 2018 5:45 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: When is the Bobs Marine Tournament at Clear Lake?
Replies: 2
Views: 997

When is the Bobs Marine Tournament at Clear Lake?

Any dates for the Bobs Marine tournament at Clear Lake this year?

George
by george
Thu Aug 09, 2018 7:33 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Into this scenario come rumors of another major tournament trail emerging...
Replies: 4
Views: 2953

Re: Into this scenario come rumors of another major tournament trail emerging...

I spoke to someone who is a major player in the Elites, FLW and MLF and he said straight up that he had been approached about the new circuit and that it was far enough along that it was going to happen! He did not share many details but from my take it might be really good for everyone and more so ...
by george
Sat Aug 04, 2018 5:55 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Best Length For Heavy Jig / Big Worm Rod
Replies: 11
Views: 5169

Re: Best Length For Heavy Jig / Big Worm Rod

Spiralite is a rod you need to at the least check out, it is relatively new to the market but it is definitely one of the best designed rod concepts ever. I have been throwing the 7'4" MHF and the 7'6"MHF for all jigs 3/8 to 3/4oz. These rods are so versatile and light that you can be usin...
by george
Fri Jul 27, 2018 6:31 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: SOLD
Replies: 2
Views: 774

Re: Curado K Reels

You still have the reels?
Call me at 209-402-2284
by george
Thu Jul 12, 2018 5:32 pm
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Looking for new Spinning Rod
Replies: 5
Views: 1234

Re: Looking for new Spinning Rod

Hey Daniel, I have a brand new Spiralite 7' Medium Fast that still has the tag on it, but you can get the same rod on line! Give the Spiralite spinning rod line a try, I think these rods are the best buy out there for the price as all comparable rods will run you over two hundred! The Spiralite spin...
by george
Thu Jul 12, 2018 5:24 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Water Districts trying to get Feds to turn over all national water management!
Replies: 0
Views: 395

Water Districts trying to get Feds to turn over all national water management!

The water districts of the west are trying to get a bill passed that would turn over all federal water projects to the water districts even if the water district is a privately ran entity! I was watching C-Span about two pm today and this bill was on the floor to be voted on which would give the wat...
by george
Mon Jun 18, 2018 7:24 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Casting Rod & Reel Recommendation
Replies: 11
Views: 3490

Re: Casting Rod & Reel Recommendation

Look at the Spiralite line up which run from $99 to $210 and try out the 7'4" MH. You can throw pretty much everything for Whipers or Striped Bass and go out the next day and throw a blade, jig or Senko for Large Mouth. Combine that rod with a Shimano Carado 6.3 and you are within your budget. ...
by george
Fri Jun 08, 2018 8:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Does anyone know what area the delta pellet boats are launching out of!
Replies: 34
Views: 9695

Does anyone know what area the delta pellet boats are launching out of!

We are putting a news film crew together to run a story on the herbicide application on the delta waters and need to find out if anyone knows where the application group is headquartered! We are hoping to be on the delta next week with a federal biologist who is an environmental specialist and want ...
by george
Thu May 17, 2018 10:13 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: House Bill Rider Will Doom Delta
Replies: 6
Views: 2480

Re: House Bill Rider Will Doom Delta

I just left message with Kalverts office and they said he would call me back; lets see if that happens! I told him that I did not support his rider to not allow lawsuits against the project or sponsors and will go to all lengths to cost him a many votes as possible in next election if he does not pu...
by george
Sat May 05, 2018 8:35 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 18+ deep water CB rod (with flex!)
Replies: 7
Views: 1757

Re: 18+ deep water CB rod (with flex!)

Where are you located? I would like to get a Spiralite glass rod in your hands just to give it a try. I throw 10X on the 7'6" MHFGlass and it is the bomb! You can really get the crank baits down and the rod is very lite so it does not totally wear you out!
by george
Fri May 04, 2018 11:39 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Need a fishing partner
Replies: 8
Views: 1897

Re: Need a fishing partner

Where you located, Westernbass covers all of the west so let people know if you want to fish north or south or even out of California.
by george
Sat Apr 28, 2018 7:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass boat floating at Antioch Bridge without fishermen!
Replies: 4
Views: 1708

Bass boat floating at Antioch Bridge without fishermen!

Ranger; White, blue with Yamaha found floating near Antioch bridge without anyone aboard. Found short time ago by Contra Costa county sheriff.
by george
Sun Apr 22, 2018 10:58 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: Looking to buy! 12k or less
Replies: 4
Views: 1059

Re: Looking to buy! 12k or less

2008 Status 176 Merc 60 that will run at 38 with two people. Tournament ready! Lowrance front and back with Motorguide 12V and two bank charger. Excellent condition. Located near Palm Springs with low hours.
by george
Wed Apr 18, 2018 9:37 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody remember NCBF?
Replies: 48
Views: 12125

Re: Anybody remember NCBF?

I met Cooch in 2000 on NCBF and he helped me organize The Bass Class. What a great forum that site was! I still remember names like Jailer, Stickbait, Nitro and others! Way cool!
by george
Wed Apr 18, 2018 6:11 am
Forum: Rods & Reels
Topic: Pflueger Supreme 9230XT Spinning Reel
Replies: 5
Views: 1280

Re: Pflueger Supreme 9230XT Spinning Reel

Pfluger makes one if the best spinning reels on the market today for the money! The Presidents and the Supreme are excellent reels!
by george
Thu Apr 12, 2018 6:17 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Won Bass Clear Lake
Replies: 5
Views: 2115

Re: Won Bass Clear Lake

33lb bag weighed in today. Big fish of 9.74 for the day. Like always someone has them figured out and will probably get another good bag tomorrow!
by george
Tue Mar 27, 2018 10:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Telescopic spinning flip rod
Replies: 1
Views: 754

Re: Telescopic spinning flip rod

Contact Dennis Papike at Spiralite, he can custom build you anything. Go to www.Spiralite.com or call Dennis at Call West Custom Rods.
by george
Sun Mar 25, 2018 7:00 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Spiralite at Arizona International Sports Expo!
Replies: 0
Views: 453

Spiralite at Arizona International Sports Expo!

Got to spend several days in the Spiralite booth with Justin Patti (US Open Champion) and Dennis Papike the designer and developer of the Spiralite technology and it was a blast. Spiralite rods are the best new rod product I have seen in many years and they are flying off the display stands here in ...
by george
Fri Mar 02, 2018 4:42 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Will bass hang on "humps" in the Delta?
Replies: 1
Views: 960

Re: Will bass hang on "humps" in the Delta?

Look at the delta as a river or series of narrow lakes, look for humps, cuts, depressions islands and fish them like you would fish a the same structure in a lake. Currents will position the fish on these structure areas so you have to figure out where the eddys or current breaks are and you can do ...
by george
Thu Mar 01, 2018 6:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: SoCal water agency could vote soon on whether to bankroll Delta tunnels
Replies: 5
Views: 1541

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

Twitter Facebook Pinterest LinkedIn Google Plus Instapaper In case you missed it: California Cities Sue State, Allege Secret Discussions of Water Project Read at the Courthouse News. By Nick Cahill February 7, 2018 SACRAMENTO (CN) –Over a dozen California cities, water agencies and environmentalists...
by george
Tue Feb 13, 2018 2:32 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking for Reg 4 CBF Non Boater for sign up
Replies: 1
Views: 910

Re: Looking for Reg 4 CBF Non Boater for sign up

Hey Scott, if you are planning on fishing down in SoCal I am interested!

George Azevedo
209-402-2284
by george
Tue Jan 09, 2018 8:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Renaming the endangered "Delta Smelt" to the "Jerry Brown Smelt "
Replies: 5
Views: 1389

Re: Renaming the endangered "Delta Smelt" to the "Jerry Brown Smelt "

What I have a hard time processing is that when the delta smelt tracking began we were in a relatively normal weather pattern those years with normal rainfall! Last year before all the major rain that ended the drought for California at the driest point they could not find the smelt in the brackish ...
by george
Thu Dec 07, 2017 1:32 pm
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: Jigging Spoons
Replies: 3
Views: 1865

Re: Jigging Spoons

What colors do you have available? Any in blue/silver or black/silver? Where are you located, I would like to order a few!

George
by george
Fri Nov 24, 2017 6:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Does a valid California license cover Havasu?
Replies: 2
Views: 7409

Does a valid California license cover Havasu?

I always thought that a California Fishing License was good for the Colorado River and all of Havasu but I was told by another angler this week that you have to buy a Arizona non-resident short term license to fish the Arizona side!
Somebody on here has to know, please reply!

George
by george
Mon Oct 23, 2017 3:07 pm
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 2018 Lund 1875 Pro V Bass Powered by Mercury 175 Pro XS
Replies: 3
Views: 2830

Re: 2018 Lund 1875 Pro V Bass Powered by Mercury 175 Pro XS

Hey Jscarbr1, Last Chance cannot post pricing but I guarantee you that they are one of the best marine retailers in the country! Mike and Lynne are a class act and stand behind all of their products! If you are shopping for a boat do not hesitate to take a look at what they have to offer as you will...
by george
Sun Oct 15, 2017 6:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Wow, RIP my friend!
Replies: 0
Views: 834

Wow, RIP my friend!

Cooch taught the first "Bass Class" seminar and taught me a ton about jig fishing and the delta! I will always be grateful to him for that. Thank you my friend for being a mentor to so many young people and a bass brother to all of us.

George
by george
Thu Oct 12, 2017 8:04 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Clear Lake Fire Pix | BBT Donation Info
Replies: 4
Views: 3577

Re: Clear Lake Fire Pix | BBT Donation Info

Can WB Staff find out if there are affected property owners who need help with clean up. I am thinking we can put together a two day fundraiser tournament set for a weekend and we all spend one day helping the fire victims with what ever we can help with. Maybe even setting up a collection site wher...
by george
Thu Oct 05, 2017 5:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Sea lions chomped about 20 to 25 percent of this year's winter steelhead run in the Willamette Rive
Replies: 6
Views: 1611

Re: Sea lions chomped about 20 to 25 percent of this year's winter steelhead run in the Willamette Rive

I cannot tell you how many times I have seen Sea Lions catching and eating Salmon, Catfish and Bass throughout the California delta. I think they could be a very big part of the Salmon crisis as if one gravid female does not make it up to the spawning area then thousands of smolt will not make it ou...
by george
Thu Sep 21, 2017 5:52 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Allison boats?
Replies: 3
Views: 1507

Re: Allison boats?

If they would slow down I could get a better look! Don't know if I like the inline seating but I do know they are probably the fastest design of anything out there as well as carry a pretty hefty price tag!
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