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Found Them
by LDUBS 18 Jun 2022, 02:44
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Saltwater Plug makers
by newyota 30 Mar 2022, 12:38
Ice Fishing
Ice fishing discussions and reports go here.
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Question to all
by overboard 25 Feb 2021, 17:18
Bowfishing
If Bowfishing is not your cup of tea, DO NOT ENTER! This section is for questions and reports
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The ultimate bowfishing boat?
by turbotodd 28 Jul 2020, 20:21
Rods & Reels
Questions or comments about your weapons, post away here.
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Old Spinning Reels
by overboard 15 Jun 2022, 16:31
Bait and Tackle
Talk about lures, plastics, lines and everything related here.
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Real Prey swimbaits
by LDUBS 13 Jan 2022, 12:33
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Reviews Needed
by Jim » 03 Aug 2015, 07:11
I am looking for REAL content for the homepage, not the fluff you see on the other sites. I want these to be member generated with no agenda behind...
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Knots Animated
by Bugpac » 24 Jan 2010, 11:24
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Here is a great animated knot tying site..
Animated Knots
Click on the type of knot to see the animation.
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I have the knots animated on my phone. Very helpful.
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Found Them
by LDUBS » 14 Jun 2022, 20:59
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After a long dry spell I finally managed to pick up a couple of rainbows. Trolling 2.0 - 2.2 mph with spoons 35' and 45' deep in 198 feet of water....
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Yep, Kokanee -- landlocked sockeye salmon. They don't get to big. Maybe 12 to 14 are most common. A lot of folks enjoy targeting them.
Crazy as it...
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Old Spinning Reels
by LDUBS » 14 Jun 2022, 21:36
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I don't want to hijack Blue Dawg's thread, so will start this one.
A good friend has a neighborhood-wide garage sale coming up in August. We...
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I've bought them in excellent condition anywhere from $2.00 to $30.00 at flea markets and yard sales, I have a NIB Zebco C-4 and a NIB Abu Garcia...
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Last post by overboard 15 Jun 2022, 16:31
Second Time Out For Me
by LDUBS » 17 May 2022, 22:48
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Second time out this year was kind of disappointing. I could not find a trout to save my life. I did catch this 15 crappie. I normally release them...
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I know, isn't that nuts. Knowing this place, I will probably have to pay a Bee supplement when I renew my license. :D
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Last post by LDUBS 09 Jun 2022, 01:19
Rank New Spinning Reels for Fresh Water
by Blue Dawg » 06 Jun 2022, 00:30
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Had old Mitchell 300 reel forever. It’s long worn out. I bought two NEW 300’s. Pure trash. I’d like opinions on what to buy. Catfish and flounder are...
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Thanks but that was MNFisher, not me.
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First time out this year
by gillhunter » 15 May 2022, 16:52
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Finally got on the lake this morning. Been a rough year. The wife had surgery in March and it’s been a lengthy recovery. I got t-boned while driving...
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Grew up doing that with Porgies. I hate it as well. :LOL2:
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Last post by Jim 01 Jun 2022, 11:51
I’m back!
by Jim » 18 Mar 2022, 10:20
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I’m back from fishing Lake Baccarac in Mexico, and I’m happy to say it was another awesome trip! The fishing was awesome, The food was fantastic and...
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I was looking at this again -- a little wistfully I guess.
That last pic on post #1 sure looks like it could have been 10#. Again, those are...
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Last post by LDUBS 17 Apr 2022, 00:29
Rod Socks
by LDUBS » 02 Mar 2022, 15:51
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Those rod socks/sleeves -- what do they do for me? Good for transporting two piece rods?
I m thinking of getting some for the two piece surf rods I...
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I can sure see how the rod socks would keep multiple rods from getting tangled on the boat. In my original post I was thinking more in terms of...
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Saltwater Plug makers
by Jim » 19 Mar 2022, 11:27
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Does anyone here tinker with making your own big saltwater (or freshwater) plugs?
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Nice looking lure.I don’t make any but would be fun I could saltwater fish more.Been looking to add a Danny plug or other metal lip to my bag to try.
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Last post by newyota 30 Mar 2022, 12:38
New Surf Rod <$9!!!
by LDUBS » 02 Mar 2022, 16:08
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I used an accumulation of gift cards to purchase a Lamiglas Insane surf rod. The Insane is Lamiglas' made in SE Asia entry level model. Though, with...
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Gave the new surf rod a shake down yesterday. My son and I hit the beach later in the day to fish the outgoing tide. I caught 8 surf perch...
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Last post by LDUBS 09 Mar 2022, 00:34
Electric Reels
by eeshaw » 12 Feb 2022, 12:16
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Are any of you folks aware of electric reels for deep sea fishing? I didn't even know they had them until I saw a story on a stolen one in Florida. I...
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I saw one used by one of the boats (Pinwheel) on the Wicked Tuna TV series. Seems I saw it on one episode only then back to the big conventional Penn...
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Electric Reels
by eeshaw » 12 Feb 2022, 12:13
Are any of you folks aware of electric reels for deep sea fishing? I didn't even know they had them until I saw a story on a stolen one in Florida. I...
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2022 Opener
by LDUBS » 21 Jan 2022, 01:24
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First time out in the boat in 2022. My youngest son managed a decent rainbow. We had a nice sunny day. Caught the trout trolling 9’ deep. Water temp...
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Thanks for the report! The fishing was secondary to spending time together!
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Last post by Jim 21 Jan 2022, 11:45
Real Prey swimbaits
by Jim » 08 Dec 2021, 07:29
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I picked up these Real Prey swimbaits for my trip to Lake Baccarac in March. I like to prepare early and take advantage of any sales they put on....
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$300 ++ Yikes! I get pi$$ed when I lose a $3 spoon. :LOL2:
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Last post by LDUBS 13 Jan 2022, 12:33
Rainbow Trout - Lake Berryessa
by LDUBS » 14 Sep 2021, 15:21
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I managed to put four in the bag yesterday morning. Rainbows ranging from 12” to 18”. Lost two others before they even got to the surface.
I was...
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No trout that has crossed my threshold has lasted the day.
Cleaned upon catching, split in the kitchen, turned on the broiler in the oven, watched...
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Last post by BAY BEAGLE 13 Dec 2021, 23:04
Hardcore swimbaiters?
by Jim » 09 Oct 2021, 10:55
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Do we have any swimbait fanatics on board?
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I use a couple of Okuma swim bait rods and a Cabela’s musky rod along with Shimano Calcutta 400’s and Abu Garcia Revo Toros. All spooled with Trilene...
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Custom rods
by Jim » 12 Oct 2021, 04:50
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Ontnewater102, are you still building custom rods?
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Puzzling...1-way trip??? Is this a gift for someone?
Getting rod blanks at the moment is hit or miss, then there's the fun of shipping everything...
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Last post by onthewater102 29 Nov 2021, 11:37
Snackle Box
by LDUBS » 20 Nov 2021, 12:36
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yes! Just don't forget it in the boat. :LOL2:
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Last post by Jim 23 Nov 2021, 11:10
Chesapeake on Fire w/Spec's
by BAY BEAGLE » 18 Nov 2021, 06:28
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Fishing report after fishing reports are showing great catches of Speckled Trout along the grass lines and drop off along the rivers that flow into...
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Nice Fish!
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Chesapeake on Fire w/Spec's
by BAY BEAGLE » 18 Nov 2021, 06:27
Fishing report after fishing reports are showing great catches of Speckled Trout along the grass lines and drop off along the rivers that flow into...
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Last post by BAY BEAGLE 18 Nov 2021, 06:27
Buzbe Tackle boxes
by Jim » 08 Mar 2021, 08:38
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Does anyone have these boxes? They are kind of pricey but I like the concept. I want some real reviews before I spend that kind of coin. :D
Plus I...
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Me too.
They say the plastic boxes emit a vapor that, by coating your lures, prevents rust. Sounds like a real good idea. But (there is always a...
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Last post by LDUBS 01 Nov 2021, 22:43
Quick Limit This Morning
by LDUBS » 22 Sep 2021, 20:35
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I was up early and motoring out past the marina slips at 6:30 this morning. By the time I got past the no-wake buoys it was starting to get light...
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I was there again last week. The water level seemed about the same to me. The good news is we have a pretty good rainfall today and it is expected to...
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Last post by LDUBS 21 Oct 2021, 03:40
Giant Rapala Lure
by LDUBS » 19 Oct 2021, 20:00
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A 29 long exact duplicate for a normal size Rapala lure. On sale for only $68. I thought it would look good over the fireplace. Mrs Ldubs had a...
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LOL!
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