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Doug Hodel

I was thinking about staying at the state park campground for the Elite Series, do you all think that it is to far to travel in the morning.

Any suggestions??????

If there are any other people fishing this event and want to share room costs, let me know.

Doug Hodel

OK, I will be fishing the Bassmaster Elite Series and I am looking for suggestions on how I should fish the back of the boat. I have never fished in a Pro/Am type tournament before. I am wondering what I should do from the back of the boat????? I was thinking carolina rig, senko, jig, if my pro is b...

Doug Hodel

I will be fishing the Clearlake Elite Series event and I was wondering how I should go about fishing in the back of the boat.

If someone is bed fishing, what should I do.

Reaction fishing, should do the same???

Doug Hodel

I was fishing Folsom Lake earlier this week and I saw 2 Bald Eagles Flying. Has anyone else seen any eagle's in the area. I found it to be pretty damn cool. Maybe the bird is finally making a come back.

I know not really fishing related, sorry.

Doug Hodel

I know that when there is a high pressure system, we should slow down. However, what if it is pre-spawn and blue bird skies. Is there still a possibility for a reaction bite?

Doug Hodel

I was just wondering which river arms warm up faster, ie South, North, etc.

Also if one arm is warmer than the other would there be a better chance of catching fish in the warmer arm?

Doug Hodel

A dummy(Doug) proof episode Chasing bait balls with the electronics.

What to do when a bait ball is found, where to cast, boat position, etc.............

Doug Hodel

Ok I have to admit that I am very intriuged by the Zodiac story. Maybe because it is in our own back yard. I have read the stories and accounts and I am just mystified how this guy got away with it. He is really brazen. How many of you feel that he is still alive? If he is still alive why hasn't the...

Doug Hodel

Anyone interested in sharing a room at the Clearlake Elite Series? I am fishing as a co-angler and looking to cut some expenses.

Doug Hodel

Mine is working just fine.

Doug Hodel

See link below:

http://www.westernbass.com/forum/viewto ... =21985&f=2

I think this one covers it all.

Doug Hodel

I think he saved some serious face.

Doug Hodel

Your welcome even though I'm not Jim.

Doug Hodel

Here is the link for the video

http://sports.espn.go.com/outdoors/tour ... id=2778146

I believe this is much worse than Mike Ike last year. Swindle put others saftey in jeopardy.

Doug Hodel

This guy is absolutley unbelievable.

Doug Hodel

#1: Tommy Biffle 33-05
#2: Ishama Monroe 31-05
#3: Kevin VanDam 30-03
#4: Boyd Duckett 29-14
#5: Skeet Reese 29-05

As of 12:48 PST

Doug Hodel

I know day two stuff will be tonight at 7PM.

But you can catch all the weigh in on the website at 2:45 PST

Doug Hodel

Skeet in 2nd @ 17.8

Ish in 6th @ 15.0

Nor Cal boys doin well.

Doug Hodel

Can anyone tell me what the big deal is with this stuff.

Is our society so hypersensitive these days that being called anything other than what we think we are offends us?

Doug Hodel

what group are you all in?

Doug Hodel

I had the same problem that Skeeter was talking about. I bought a cranking battery for my boat and forgot to charge it one month and it went dead and I could re-charge it. In my opinion they are completley over-rated.

Just my thoughts.

It would be the one with the blue top.

Doug Hodel

Today's Valentines day.......uh ummmmmm. I think I might be in the dog house today. Kind of lost track of the date. If you don't hear from me for a couple of days, someone might want to file a missing person report.

Doug Hodel

You have a PM

Doug Hodel

Jig fishing and chasing bait balls.

Doug Hodel

Anyone fishing it as a co-angler?

Doug Hodel

I raced for many years, Bryan Ruest, Mike King, Matt Hadan, Steve Veltman, Mark Perez and yes Cheri Elliott (probably the fastest girl on the planet back then). Never had the factory ride, but did make a lot of main events in the expert class. Placed 4th one year, the only privateer in the bunch.

Doug Hodel

I am 37 now, I raced back when I was 12 - 15, again from 19 - 23, and again at 30. Been thinking about racing cruiser again in the near future, just for kicks. I raced back when Mike King, Matt Hadan, and a few others were the experts to beat in my day. I had thought about racing as a B pro when I w...

Doug Hodel

I have read the post the last couple of days and have really been thinking. The bottom line is simple "respect." However, there seems to be a difficulty in discerning what makes a person a pro. I have my own definitions, but that is probably irrelevant. I used to race BMX along time ago an...

Doug Hodel

I am looking for someone to share a room with during the Oroville tournament this weekend. If someone wants to share expenses please PM me with you info.

Doug Hodel

Send me your info. I am fishing the Clearlake Elite Series, so that should be a real fun experience.

Doug Hodel

I am thinking about fishing the tourney, let me know his information and I will sign up with him. Just looking for someone to share room and board with.

Doug Hodel

Are there any Am's that's interested in sharing a room for the 2 days? I am wanting to fish this event, but still on the fence with it.

Let me know.

Doug Hodel

Hobby Expenses: You can generally deduct hobby expenses, but only up to the amount of hobby income. A hobby is not a business because it is not carried on to make a profit. For more information see IRS publication 535, Chapter 1: IRS publication 17, Chapter 12. The way I am understanding this whole...

Doug Hodel

If you have the 1099's that are stating income, then the receipts will offset as you already know. I am not sure about red flags to be audited, but if you have all your ducks in a row already then there should be no worries. Don't give the tax man any more money than he already has. Just my opinion.

Doug Hodel

Well my fishing resolution is to simplify my crankbaits, rip baits, and spinners. However, I want to start fishing outside my own tacklebox and use different stuff that I wouldn't normally use. I am not very good with jigs, so I want to really work on that part of my fishing. So I will probably add ...

Doug Hodel

I was wondering if there was anyone fishing the Elite Series?

If so, did you want to split room costs?

Doug Hodel

I am another person that has had really good luck with Lamiglas. I broke my rod last year taking it out or putting it in the rod locker. 100% completley my fault and they sent me another one for the normal warranty cost, 20 bucks I think. In my opinion they have great customer service. There could b...

Doug Hodel

I would love to fish these tournaments, but do not have time to belong to a club. Does anyone have any suggestions as to overcome this obstacle?

Thanks.

Doug Hodel

I for one am against anyone paying my way to fish a tournament. If you want to fish a tournament then fish, don't be extorting the pro's just so you can fish. How would all the co-anglers feel if they just did away with the whole co-angler idea and simply had observers "referees" that were...

Doug Hodel

It may be just me, but I don't notice any CF numbers on the boat. It is a really good deal and I am sure that he owes more than he is asking, it seems a little "fishy" to me (pun intended). Like Greg said, I would do some homework and get some more information before I proceeded. Side note...

Doug Hodel

I just got off the phone at BASS and I was told I was in. You may want to call and find out today and check. Good Luck.

Doug Hodel

Not really sure if I am in yet or not, even though I have payed my complete balance for the entry fee.

However, I was wondering if there were any co-anglers that want to split room costs at Clearlake????

PM please.

Thanks in advance

Doug Hodel

Vince Harris who also does the Future Pro Tour. More than capable in my opinion.

Doug Hodel

Crankbaits 101
http://www.westernbass.com/dotcom/libra ... ml?id=1368

Jerkbaits
http://www.westernbass.com/dotcom/libra ... ml?id=2667

These are two good articles that you should read.

Doug Hodel

I had my motor tuned up last Feb. and it has been around 2.5 months since it has been ran. Should I take it in and should I drain the gas out of the tank? I have been maintain charge in the batteries, but want to make sure I am taking the appropriate precautions before going out in the next few weeks.

Doug Hodel

I am going to be fishing the Delta and Clearlake event, is there a pro who needs and Am?

Doug Hodel

It happened to be in my own boat and it is pretty gross. I had taken a friend fishing who has never been on the water before. I told him that you should try and go the bathroom before we get on the water. Needless to say about an hour into our trip he tells me that he has to go the bathroom. I tell ...

Doug Hodel

On one of my battery chargers that I have purchased there is a selection of recondition. Could anyone tell me what this is for and what it does to the battery? Is this a function that I should use from time to time and when do I use it?

Thanks in advance

Doug Hodel

I bought a Interstate cranking battery back in November. I have maintained the water level and have taken the boat out at least twice a month, since the new battery. (I read on the battery that it needs to be charged once a month if not in use). I was on the lake Friday boat started fine most of the...

Doug Hodel

I have finally converted my trailer from 4 to 7 pin. I shouldn't have to put my pin in manually now right?????????? Just back up and launch, correct?????

Thanks in advance.

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