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by R. Duzac
Mon Jan 30, 2017 8:48 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anybody remember NCBF?
Replies: 48
Views: 12123

Re: Anybody remember NCBF?

Yep, I remember when too.
Does that just make us old farts.

Cooch, how about posting the article about the Viper Tournament way back.
One of your first stories posted. 329 Boat Tournament.
by R. Duzac
Tue Dec 06, 2016 7:42 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Evinrude launches 10 YEAR WARRANTY
Replies: 10
Views: 4460

Re: Evinrude launches 10 YEAR WARRANTY

A nice 200 would sure go nice on my 97 Viper. Too bad the EFI is still running great.
That's a real tempting deal!
by R. Duzac
Wed Aug 24, 2016 9:08 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: NCBF old school style help needed
Replies: 8
Views: 2028

Re: NCBF old school style help needed

Mark Lassagne summed it up pretty well. https://www.facebook.com/marklassagnefishing/ I was able to get about 20 - 30 on the Senko with 2 about 4 lbs. The punch is the better bite for the solid fish. That being said it's been feeling like fall is in the air lately. If I were to go out tomorrow i wou...
by R. Duzac
Wed Aug 17, 2016 9:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Bass fishing on jet ski
Replies: 6
Views: 1924

Re: Bass fishing on jet ski

209Basin, Jet ski maintenance can be incredible. Now that's coming from someone who did it for about 12 years back when they were pretty much only standups. For low maintenance I think you want a kayak. I did fish from my jetski way back when. I had this thing call the Wedge that made it into a sit ...
by R. Duzac
Mon Jun 27, 2016 9:45 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Trailer Tires?
Replies: 11
Views: 3033

Re: Trailer Tires?

I've had good luck with Kumho's from the www.tirerack.com They have higher load rating and have 65 psi maximum. The Goodyears and Carlisle's looked like they were flat on my 18.8 Viper Cobra even at 55 psi. They were spongy and just didn't wear good. I've also experience 2 blowouts on the Carlisles....
by R. Duzac
Thu May 07, 2015 7:03 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: yeah buddy my ride is finally here
Replies: 9
Views: 2613

Re: yeah buddy my ride is finally here

Pretty boat.
Now go catch some fish!

congratulation.
by R. Duzac
Wed Mar 04, 2015 7:35 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Adding Lowrance Point-1 GPS Antenna to HDS-7 Gen 2
Replies: 2
Views: 1616

Adding Lowrance Point-1 GPS Antenna to HDS-7 Gen 2

I would like to purchase the Lowrance Point-1 GPS Antenna to complete my setup and increase my GPS accuracy and response. I'm running 2 HDS-7, Gen 2's with ethernet cable. One persons review said it's not a plug and play option. He says it also needs the NMEA starter kit. Questions I have. Do I need...
by R. Duzac
Mon Feb 23, 2015 8:58 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Is Bass fishing a sport?
Replies: 38
Views: 7086

Re: Is Bass fishing a sport?

I will say Yes. It takes years of knowledge to be good, physical conditioning to do it at the top level, mental stamina to stay focused. One of the lines I've heard since I've started this sport (Not as long ago as some of you, but 20+). What's the difference between me and the pros, we throw the sa...
by R. Duzac
Fri Feb 20, 2015 6:14 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Trying to load merged map back to my HDS-7
Replies: 2
Views: 891

Re: Trying to load merged map back to my HDS-7

Thanks Ken,

Half the reason for me getting the Lawrance was the mapping feature.
I will give it a shot.
Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Thu Feb 19, 2015 8:45 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Trying to load merged map back to my HDS-7
Replies: 2
Views: 891

Trying to load merged map back to my HDS-7

I've mapped a lot of a lake I'm am privileged to fish. I've created several logs/fishing outings. Then I merged the data on Insightgenesis.laketrax.com I then went to View the Merged data and selected Map Generation. When completed it created a folder with these files in it. Folder: 2df66qc0-a7eb-4c...
by R. Duzac
Tue Feb 10, 2015 8:35 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: time display on hds 10 Gen 2
Replies: 5
Views: 1891

Re: time display on hds 10 Gen 2

Never mind, Very Easy.

Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Feb 09, 2015 7:24 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: time display on hds 10 Gen 2
Replies: 5
Views: 1891

Re: time display on hds 10 Gen 2

I will check the book but tell us how if it's easy!

I have been thinking the same thing, how it would be nice to always see the time.

Thanks
Rene
by R. Duzac
Fri Jan 23, 2015 4:33 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Just want to say Wow on my HDS-7 Gen 2
Replies: 3
Views: 1477

Re: Just want to say Wow on my HDS-7 Gen 2

yeah, I figured I was late but look forward to seeing more and more structure.

I also agree that it could be one of the only tools I've added in many years to really make a difference.

I will have to now download some pics and post them once in awhile.

Thanks Guys,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Tue Jan 20, 2015 9:28 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Just want to say Wow on my HDS-7 Gen 2
Replies: 3
Views: 1477

Just want to say Wow on my HDS-7 Gen 2

I had my share of concerns about costs and other with my Lawrence units and I speak up about it. So this time I'm speaking up about how cool my new unit is. After fishing this weekend at Berryessa, I was amazed when I used my new unit. Still can't wait to get the second unit. I was cruising into the...
by R. Duzac
Tue Dec 16, 2014 8:03 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Networking two HDS7, Gen. 2's
Replies: 5
Views: 1615

Re: Networking two HDS7, Gen. 2's

Thanks Ish!

Rene
by R. Duzac
Fri Dec 05, 2014 2:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Secret world of bass fishing cheaters?
Replies: 8
Views: 3625

Re: Secret world of bass fishing cheaters?

Very good read.
Both the Story of Bass Competition and the story of cheating within it.
It definitely won't go away, so I can only hope for karma :-).
I sure hope that it's a very very small percentage.

Anyway, Makes me want to go out and try to figure them out even more.
Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Dec 01, 2014 2:04 pm
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Networking two HDS7, Gen. 2's
Replies: 5
Views: 1615

Re: Networking two HDS7, Gen. 2's

Thanks for the quick response.
That is what I needed to hear.

Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Dec 01, 2014 9:36 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Networking two HDS7, Gen. 2's
Replies: 5
Views: 1615

Networking two HDS7, Gen. 2's

Sorry if this has been covered. I searched and did not find the answer. I have one HDS 7 Touch and was going to add a second unit. I want both units to read off of the same DownScan. Can I use a simple eithernet cord from one unit to the other, or do I need the Lowrance NEP-2 Eithernet Expansion Por...
by R. Duzac
Tue Sep 30, 2014 7:08 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WE NEED YOU
Replies: 5
Views: 1868

Re: WE NEED YOU

do you have a proposed date and location?

This is something I would be interested in being part of, but need more information.
If you don't have that yet you can put me down as a possibility.

Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Wed Sep 17, 2014 5:15 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Ladds Marina
Replies: 3
Views: 1937

Re: Ladds Marina

Thanks for the post.
I was the one also looking for books on the Delta.
I think the place has a lot of excellent history, your story adds a little more.

Thanks Again,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Tue Sep 09, 2014 6:12 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Good Book about the History and Backgroud of the Delta
Replies: 3
Views: 1271

Re: Good Book about the History and Backgroud of the Delta

Thanks for the help. Erle Stanley Gardner books sound like what I'm looking for.

Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Sep 08, 2014 6:10 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Good Book about the History and Backgroud of the Delta
Replies: 3
Views: 1271

Good Book about the History and Backgroud of the Delta

Can someone point me to a book or two about the creation of the Delta and History and things that have taken place there. I've heard lots of stories about the John Wayne movies and things like the 5 fingers how they used to park PT boats in there, and I'm sure there is even more. The reason I ask is...
by R. Duzac
Tue Jun 24, 2014 8:44 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Gen1 & Gen2 networking
Replies: 2
Views: 2493

Re: Gen1 & Gen2 networking

Ken, I think you just answered the question I was just about to ask. I have only 1 HDS 7/Gen 2 Touch. When I add another one all I need to do is link both with the eithernet cable and then both can see structure scan from single Structure scan puck. If I'm wrong let me know, otherwise thanks for the...
by R. Duzac
Fri May 30, 2014 8:32 am
Forum: Electronics Product Forum
Topic: Purchasing HDS-7 Gen2 Touch Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter with
Replies: 1
Views: 805

Purchasing HDS-7 Gen2 Touch Fishfinder/GPS Chartplotter with

I did a search on this subject but didn't find anything. Sorry If this is a repeat. I read that the old structure scan worked better than the new Structure Scan with LSS-2 Transducer. Customer Review (Said wreck just looked like a line) Since I don't necessarily trust all posted customer reviews I f...
by R. Duzac
Sun Apr 27, 2014 5:15 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicles
Topic: 1998.5 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab Diesel 4x4 w/Laramie Package
Replies: 3
Views: 3690

Re: 1998.5 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab Diesel 4x4 w/Laramie Pack

Yes, Truck is still for sale.
Truck is a longbed.

I have lowered the price to 11,000

Thanks,
Rene
rduzac@yahoo.com
by R. Duzac
Thu Apr 24, 2014 10:27 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: Interest in joining a Bay Area Club
Replies: 2
Views: 675

Re: Interest in joining a Bay Area Club

I'm personally from BassBusters of Santa Clara. Good Club, Good People. Lots of new faces this year. You can go here for more information. http://www.bassbusters.com/ There are a few clubs in the South Bay and I think a couple in SF. Look at the clubs schedule Where they meet for meetings How they w...
by R. Duzac
Fri Apr 18, 2014 7:35 am
Forum: Tow Vehicles
Topic: 1998.5 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab Diesel 4x4 w/Laramie Package
Replies: 3
Views: 3690

1998.5 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab Diesel 4x4 w/Laramie Package

Very Clean Truck (White with Grey Bottom Trim) $12,000 OBO 185K Miles Original Owner Non-Smoker Automatic Transmission Rebuilt at 128K Miles (SunCoast Torque Converter and Kit) Extras Include: Snug Top Shell Air Bag Lift for Towing Weld Wheels with BF Goodrich All Terrain Tires (Excellent Condition)...
by R. Duzac
Mon Apr 07, 2014 7:17 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Scott & Roland Martin show you how to catch GIANT BASS
Replies: 3
Views: 1124

Re: Scott & Roland Martin show you how to catch GIANT BASS

I really enjoyed this video not only for the site fishing lessons and the big fish caught, but for the fact that was a father and son fishing together having some fun competition and just being out fishing together. I miss the days with my dad, but at least I have memories of them. Dad's get your so...
by R. Duzac
Tue Jan 07, 2014 7:36 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: GoPro Boat set ups
Replies: 10
Views: 5336

Re: GoPro Boat set ups

So I am another one who now has a GoPro Camera. I've been wanting one for awhile now. You can like them on Facebook and see many ways to use them. I Surf, Ski, Fish, and Bike and plan to use it in all my sports. I like the idea of attaching it to the light, I would think while running it would have ...
by R. Duzac
Fri Aug 23, 2013 9:12 am
Forum: Used Boats - Motors - Trailers
Topic: 2013 Skeeter FX 21 w/250 Yamaha SHO sold sold sold
Replies: 5
Views: 3500

Re: 2013 Skeeter FX 21 w/250 Yamaha SHO

Ken, I sure wish I could.
This is a beautiful boat. It's actually my dream boat colors and all.
I think I will play lotto this weekend. Give you a call if I win.

Thanks,
Rene
by R. Duzac
Thu Aug 01, 2013 7:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Fog season is approaching...are we all on the same page?
Replies: 9
Views: 2305

Re: Fog season is approaching...are we all on the same page?

Caudawg, I can't see anything wrong with what you did here. There's no reason to die to get to the hole before someone else. I also carry the air horn, but got tired of them running out or going bad so this is what I carry now. http://www.amazon.com/Seasense-Ecoblast-Sport-Horn-Pump/dp/B003QKO0A2/re...
by R. Duzac
Fri May 24, 2013 10:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Rods and reels found in Tracy
Replies: 10
Views: 2366

Re: Rods and reels found in Tracy

Way to go Long,
I hope your still getting out fishing.

Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Feb 25, 2013 9:28 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: An Unfortunate and Disappointing Happening.......Long
Replies: 55
Views: 12089

Re: An Unfortunate and Disappointing Happening.......Long

Definitely sorry for your experience. As with any sport there are 10 or 20 percent that give that particular sport a bad name. And they are definitely present in bass fishing too. I hope you don't have to experience something like this again. I know it causes us to loose faith in humanity. I hope yo...
by R. Duzac
Wed Jan 23, 2013 9:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: RODS REELS FISHFINDERS AND TACKLE STOLEN
Replies: 20
Views: 4836

Re: RODS REELS FISHFINDERS AND TACKLE STOLEN

Love Oroville.

HATE THAT TOWN! As much as I would like to go up and fish the lake I don't.

Sorry for your loss.
by R. Duzac
Tue Oct 02, 2012 8:46 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: San Jose Bass Fishing Clubs
Replies: 10
Views: 3399

Re: San Jose Bass Fishing Clubs

Seananator,

Sorry to hear about your struggles. The good new is the next 2 - 4 years is going to go by quickly.
Keep fishing and by the time you do join a club you will be beating many of us.

Rene
by R. Duzac
Mon Oct 01, 2012 2:05 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: San Jose Bass Fishing Clubs
Replies: 10
Views: 3399

Re: San Jose Bass Fishing Clubs

Seananator I just read that you are 14. You will find that is a problem with probably all clubs due to insurance problems. You would still be welcome to come to our meetings and probably meetings by other clubs as well. Why???? there might be a special speaker at the club meeting that would be talki...
by R. Duzac
Mon Oct 01, 2012 12:47 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: San Jose Bass Fishing Clubs
Replies: 10
Views: 3399

Re: San Jose Bass Fishing Clubs

Who you calling old "Chris" :-), aka dockboy Seananator I am also from BassBusters http://www.bassbusters.com/ I have been part of the club for 16 years now and the club is a good club. Saying that, I know guys from the other clubs mentioned as well and I don't think you could do wrong joi...
by R. Duzac
Tue Apr 17, 2012 10:06 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pretty cool chopper video from on the lake today
Replies: 8
Views: 1322

Re: Pretty cool chopper video from on the lake today

I'm sure they were just filling the Colonel's Pond :-)
by R. Duzac
Thu Feb 16, 2012 8:23 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: How about this for a Valentines day!
Replies: 1
Views: 506

Re: How about this for a Valentines day!

So Cool!
by R. Duzac
Tue Jan 24, 2012 10:05 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: History of Competitive Bass Fishing in the West
Replies: 9
Views: 3170

Re: History of Competitive Bass Fishing in the West

I would like to know how many old Bass Busters of Santa Clara were part of this group. Since they've been around since 1969. I've heard the old stories of tournaments walking the banks, and then eventually small boats. Now look at what we have today. I've only been a Bass Buster since 96, but I reme...
by R. Duzac
Mon Jan 09, 2012 7:43 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Tire question again!
Replies: 17
Views: 3772

Re: Tire question again!

I have had the Marathons and the Carly's and have had blowouts with both. They also both road like my boat was on sponges, other boaters would often say hey it looks like your trailer tires are low on air. I was very good at keeping them at 48PSI. I'm now trying Kumho's and so far very happy with th...
by R. Duzac
Mon Sep 19, 2011 9:07 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat DFG Requirements?
Replies: 6
Views: 1617

Re: Boat DFG Requirements?

Thanks everyone for your comments. I too have now gone to several sites and not one of them mentions the rope and I would be well prepared to debate that with any Sharriff or Coast Guard patrol. But as I mentioned on our club page I am a Registered Lifeguard and I have my personal thoughts on this. ...
by R. Duzac
Tue Sep 13, 2011 7:14 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Boat DFG Requirements?
Replies: 6
Views: 1617

Boat DFG Requirements?

Here's the list that I have. Question about the rope for Throw Cushion. Ranger up at Clearlake says not required by law, Guys from the club who have been pulled over (ON DELTA) were told it's a requirement to have 75' of rope. Can someone verify this. Please add anything to my list of inspection equ...
by R. Duzac
Thu Jul 14, 2011 7:21 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Looking to pull Skiers from Bass Boat
Replies: 3
Views: 871

Looking to pull Skiers from Bass Boat

I have a Viper 188D with 200EFI and run a 25 Pitch Tempest for fishing. I would like a better hole shot for pulling up my family on skis. I know there's outboard Barefoot boats out there but I don't know what they run. I would probably also try to use this prop for fishing above 3000 feet. What have...
by R. Duzac
Thu Jun 23, 2011 9:47 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: I miss back when!
Replies: 6
Views: 1054

Re: I miss back when!

Great post! To a lot of us this is what fishing is about. Not the points, not the wins, but the friendship. Mark, I really feel for you. My father is also dealing with Alzheimers as well. Probably 6 - 7 years in. He is still the same person, but does not normally know even who I am. Anyway that's a ...
by R. Duzac
Thu Jun 23, 2011 9:29 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Prop repair advice
Replies: 4
Views: 743

Re: Prop repair advice

I've sent mine to Phils. Used them twice now and satisfied both times with no regrets. I honestly don't know of anyone locally in San Jose. I found a box that fit my prop and went to a local mall that had UPS store and shipping. You may have one locally near you as well. Otherwise you can always use...
by R. Duzac
Tue Jun 21, 2011 1:51 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Pix of Delta Teen Size 13- plus
Replies: 6
Views: 1412

Re: Pix of Delta Teen Size 13- plus

This is going to cost him for the rest of his life, fishing gear, Boats, Electronics, early mornings. haha. Way to go Alex welcome to Bass Fishing.
by R. Duzac
Wed Jun 15, 2011 2:01 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Delta ??
Replies: 12
Views: 1718

Re: Delta ??

All good advice. I will just add that if you go out into Franks watch the wind and know what kind of weather is coming. Delta "almost" always has an afternoon wind. With that in mind if you venture to the east side of Franks away from Russo's you may have to go to the south edge of Franks ...
by R. Duzac
Mon Jun 06, 2011 5:31 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Drowning - keep your eyes open
Replies: 2
Views: 1034

Re: Drowning - keep your eyes open

I'm a lifeguard and this is the first time I've heard this, and I was just re certified last year.
I've sent this to my instructor for her to pass on to her future students and also for her to look into this more.

Thanks,
Rene