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I take my 18foot Sea Pro CC 30 miles out all the time. Just watch the weather, wear your PFD and your boat is fine.

Thanks for posting this. The original bill exempted those over 60. I did not know that changed. Maybe the course will teach me how to stay the fuck away from the Duffy rental weekend captains who are exempt!!!

The only thing I disagree with here is when you say “without a single vote…”, California citizens consistently vote these same liberal a-holes in so we should not be surprised when they consistently do the same liberal shit.

Launched with my buddy Mark at Shelter Island just after sunrise yesterday and got an interesting mix of bait including a couple foot long mack’s, large and tiny ‘dines, and some ’chovies to round it out. Very healthy bait though - only a few casualties all day. Weather and swell were pretty...

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Apr 9, 2023 Sorry for the delay everyone. I had to go out of state to take care of my dad and am still in Florida. The only measurement I have until I get home is that the bottom cushion is 30”x14”.

Used once. Been in the shed forever. Fits between the corner bait wells in front of the outboard. $125.00 OBO. In Menifee, CA No shipping

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Nice fish! How far south did you find them?

Outstanding fish and great report! Congrats. I would also like to know what transducer you are using.

The smiles! Good job guys

This is how I mounted mine. No need to cut the bow rail and works great.

What kind of camera did you get?

Used the laser and made some coasters and a coffee mug for sale on my Etsy shop. Should have gone fishing though…

My understanding is that this setting is related to the number of poles the alternator has. This table says to set the tach pulses to half the number of alternator poles so a setting of 6 would work for your engine. I have a Mercury 115 HP and 6 worked for me as well. Found this at...

Which kit did you get? This sounds like a great idea!

Thanks! Been waiting for a decent price.

Your tank looks the same as my Kodak Which I believe is less than 30 gallons. The 32 gallon has a extra drain halfway down whereas the 22 (or whatever mine is ) only has the top drain like yours. I run a 500gal pump and a healthy half scoop lives all day (10 +hours). I can put a full scoop in...

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Telescoping fly rod. Made of steel. Approximately 108” long & collapses to about 41”. Very good shape. Some wear on cork grip but works fine. $75.00 OBO. Pick up in Menifee or pay for shipping.

These are in great shape. Have just been sitting unused. They are $53.00 at Big 5. $35.00 Pickup in Menifee or ship on your dime. Text is best 951.757.9012

Nice reel with yellow 50lb braid. Been on the shelf awhile so needs a new home. Pickup in Menifee or pay for shipping. $55.00 Text is best 951.757.9012

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Selling a never used Calcutta 5 tray bag - trays and tackle shown in pics included. Assorted irons, hooks, and swim baits. Tackle was also never used. Some irons still have the price tag on them. Can ship on your dime but prefer local pickup in Menifee. No trades. $235.00 Easiest way to reach...

You always have the best videos. Thanks for sharing that

Looking for a single Promar Ambush 36” hoopnet in good shape. Lost one in the bay last night. I live in Menifee - anyone close by have one for sale? Text me if so 95one-757-90one2

You all need better friends

Thanks for the reply and info

Thanks for the info. Question - do you have to get the one day bracelet the day you are fishing or can you get it in advance?

We hooked up to a big one yesterday after shutting down and chunking along with a long drift with fly-lined ‘dines. Nothing else was working as the schools would sink out as soon as we got close enough to cast. Unfortunately I farmed the only one I hooked but it was cool that it worked. We got...

Would like to check out your boat tomorrow. Are you around? Give me a call 9517579012 Joe

Are you around to show me your Skippy tomorrow (Friday)? Nice boat

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No way this is still available is there???

Made these awhile back and they work great to keep the rods in the rack. Selling on Etsy if anyone needs one. GBProducts... No idea how to rotate the first picture.

Thanks. I will give them a try.

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I live in Menifee, CA. Anyone know a good place to service trailer brakes? San Diego or Inland Valley would work. Anyone??

I would not do it for all the safety reasons others have listed as well as the damage the salt will do to your boat. Nothing on that Ranger is made to stand up to salt and you will regret even one trip because you can never get all the salt off / out - NEVER...

Same here - Get on my boat you wear an auto-inflate PFD AT ALL TIMES not just when you think you might go over the side - WTF? Who the hell can tell when this is going to occur?Just make it the rule on your boat. The newer models are comfortable and you get used to them really fast. I know I...

Find a new fishing partner. Not worth taking chances like hitting the jetty or another boat. In my opinion 20 knots is way too fast when you cannot see what is in front of you. Even with a reliable radar I would slow down. But I am super cautious having had the ocean drop out from under me in...

Made a custom bracket for mine that extends under the bow rail. Quick release mount is then mounted to the bracket and simple to remove. No wood on my boat so I drilled 1” holes and filled them with epoxy then drilled the bolt holes through the epoxy and used large washers underneath as backer...

Hey Senior Chief, I take my boat to Las Chance Performance Marine in Hemet. Great guys and great service.

Just got mine back from Avet. Had an anti-reverse issue. $39.00 service replaced all the bearings, cleaned and lubed, & fixed the anti-reverse problem. May be worth sending it to them for the $39.00 service for all new bearings. If anything else is wrong they will fix as well. Just a thought.

PM sent. Lures look really good guys. Best of luck on the new venture.

Her grin says it all!

What is the shaft length on this motor Matt?

I would also use some 5200 in the screw holes to prevent water getting into the glass.

What a cool shot! Thanks for sharing

Congrats Richard! Nice boat. What model / year is that?

How much boat can that thing pull?

Nice rig! Very jealous. Note on the offshore trip - be sure to buy a boat towing policy. Would be a very expensive tow if anything should fail out there. Good luck and be safe.

It's a La Niña but it "identifies" as an El Niño...

My dad told me about a time he was watching this "old guy" trying to launch his bass boat. After a few minutes he felt sorry for the "old guy" and went and gave him a hand. They ended up talking a bit and dad found out he was 5 years older than the "old guy". Dad was 75 at the time. I thought...

GraBbass II - Named after the product development business I am finally starting after years of putting it off. GrabBass Products...

Photo is my brother and his son Brian. This was Brian's first offshore trip and he caught this YT on his very first cast on a spinning rod. We were certain this beast was going to pull Brian overboard as we were on my brother's bay boat - no rails on the bow. I kept telling him that if he went...

Congrats Frank. Just FYI for everyone here is the limit info from the regs: According to CCR T14, Section 29.90(b), the daily recreational bag limit is seven lobsters per person. Additionally, Section 1.17 states that no more than one daily bag limit may be taken or possessed by any one person...

Thanks for this post. I never used to wear one but now insist anyone on my boat wear one at all times - myself included. The situation on the water can turn seriously dangerous in an instant and there may be zero time to grab your PDF before finding yourself in the water. Even in very calm...

Wonder if that would work under a kelp paddy? Probably shoot my boat though...

Thanks for the reply Jim. Good to know.

Anybody know if the regs changed to require your GO ID # on your hoop net bouys? I read a post here a couple weeks ago that said this was either a done deal or was pending. Regs require this for crap traps but I could not find anything on this for hoop nets.

Went out of SD Bay yesterday. Left bait receiver at about 5:15 with a generous scoop of nice 5" 'dines that lived all day for the most part. Headed to the 302 with a short pit stop at the islands to look for YT - no joy so moved on. 302 was flat with pretty blue water at 69-70 degrees. No life...

Went to the 182, 302, 226 and Coronados in my 176cc yesterday. Not a problem if you pick your days and realize you need to head in earlier than the bigger guys if it starts getting windy. Would be a good idea to have an extra 5er of fuel and some 2 stroke oil if your motor uses it. Also, a good...

Thanks for the report. Same story out of Oceanside. 181 had a small school of foamer BFT but could not get them to go. Had them to ourselves for 20 minutes when a couple other boats showed - everyone was very cool though. None got bit. Checked out the 289, 209 for no love as well. Did find a...

Thanks for posting this! Just ordered Stay Afloat for myself and my brother's boat. Great info!

The Sears outlet in Corona usually has a good selection or returned ' refurbished appliances. Got a new Samsung fridge last year there - new was about $2800 - paid $1700. Worth a look.

Is that John Kerry without makeup on the right?

Nice! Will it need any weight in the bottom or will it stay upright on its own when it is full of water?

Hey Jimmy, sorry about your knee. Hope it heals fast and you get back to normal soon. On a kinda good note I just spent the day on the ocean (probably ran 100 miles total) and never saw a diving bird or any tuna. All the kelps were bare as well. I know that still beats being in the hospital but...

Thanks everyone.

Is there still a bait receiver selling in Oceanside Harbor? Have not launched there in years but thinking about it Sunday. Thanks for any info.

Now that I know how to care for the meat all I need to do is catch one! Gonna try tomorrow. Will have plenty of ice and will gill / gut and stuff with bags of ice as recommended (assuming I catch one that is...)

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So are cast nets going to be allowed now? There once was a time I could actually throw one but that was long ago...

Jim, thank you very much for representing us. Question (maybe I have been under a rock) - What the eff is a GO#? Is it on my lobster card or license?

Done & thank you!

Good luck out there. My parents and little sister lived there for about 5 years. Loved it although dad never really fished there. Looks perfect though. Be sure to post once you get your gear and start fishing. Maybe a side business can be hosting BDers for fishing trips...?

I must admit...I bought two new ones and armed them then checked the one I have been wearing and found it was red. It had been armed but for some reason was now red (do they just expire after so long?). I had not checked in a long time so who knows how long it was like that. Glad to see so many...

Do not know how close this guy is to you but I fished with him several years ago. He was a terrific guide. His name is Matt Morris. (405) 599-7268 [email protected] http://www.montanaangler.com/montana-fishing-guides

Love the grin on your boy's face! Nice job and thanks for the report

That solution should work well for you. Mine weighs about 35 lbs. Yours would probably need a double thickness on the plate to use my method. Let us know how it works out for you. Good luck.

Here you go. Also sent via PM. I will get a photo with the motor installed as well.

Does it use the removable mounting plate? I made a mount for mine that extends under the rail to one side. Works great and no need to cut the rail.

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Congrats on the BFT and YT! Question - maybe a dumb one but when you say "butt-hook" how are you actually hooking them? Just through the area in front of the tail or is there a specific spot? Thanks much for the report. Getting excited to get out there.

Same as 45king. Cut into small pieces so no animals cannot get tangled in it and then in the trash.

Hey Scott, I have a glass deck and used the screws Stryker provided with 5200. No backing for me as I cannot access underneath. Has been installed for several years now with no issues. The toggle bolts would have worked though now that Tanner mentioned it. With a wood deck I would use the...

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Awesome YFT! Thanks for sharing.

Nice. Good job dad.

From what I have read 20 gallons is needed for a full scoop. I had a 14 gal Kodiak on my old Tracker and it worked great for a half scoop but any more than that they would all die. I have the 22 gal Kodiak in your link on my 18 foot Sea Pro CC and it keeps a full scoop in good shape all day...

Not much happening at Skinner. Perris may be a better bet. Bass are a bit deep but some guys are catching them.

I recently got the iPad Pro with the Apple keyboard. A bit pricey but in my opinion well worth it. I almost never use my PC anymore. I also travel quite a bit for work and the iPad is terrific on a plane and airport for the Internet or watching movies and even getting work done depending what...

Imagine that. People don't want those fucking things in their faces. Take the hint...

Great story! Better outcome.

Certain times of the year Diamond Valley Lake is excellent. Right now you cannot launch a boat as the water is too low. They have rentals though and there has been very little pressure. Wednesday's use to be 1/2 price on rentals so that might be a good dy to give it a try. Let us know if you go...

Could it also have to do with the warmer water this year? I blanked acouple weeks ago in SD Bay and there was no moon. Could also be that we just suck at pulling hoops but we usually do well. This year has been really off though. Oh, and zero crabs as well all year. Just a thought.

Kayaks are not the problem. We need a dedicated jet ski area. Some of those guys are effing clueless.

Nice! How deep were they?

Congrats to yourwife. What a great smile!

WOW! No worries on the thread jacking - actually really appreciate seeing your pics. What an epic day guys. That ear looks painful but I guess those fish made the pain go away. How is the gangsta now? Is he wearing a big hoop in that hole to remember that one time at the 425? He should! Take...

Very nice YT! Congrats.

Glad to hear that report was legit. What a day that must have been for them! Hope the pierced ear guy is ok? Good job on the taco meat. Any catch is a good catch in my book.

Went to the islands at first ight. SD barge had only chovies but they were decent size and lived all day. Trolled around all the islands but saw several schools on the windward side of North Island. Of course they ignored the dropper loop chovies and our yoyo irons so we kept trolling and...

Took my brother and nephews hooping Friday night after picking them up at the SD airport towing the boat. Older nephew reports to Air Force basic training today so wanted to get him out one more time before he left. Really proud of that kid. No joy on the bugs. Not even a single short but we got...

Chunk some sardines and throw out toward the paddy and keep it going as you drift. Doing this we have been able to keep them interested and with the boat as we drift by with flylined dines or chunks on our hooks.

Was wondering what the ribbons were for (can you tell I don't hunt much?) Nice bull. Congrats and thanks for the post. Makes me want to get back into it.

Best pic in a long time! Great job getting the kids involved. Smailes say it all...

That smile says it all! Nice job dad!

Could the problem be that the 1100 Rule needs 1" hose and it appears in the pictures that this set up is reducing that to 3/4" hose? Will too much back pressure will burn out a pump? What size tank are you filling? Do you need that size pump? Maybe getting a 500 or 800gph pump would help?

Use mine in salt all the time with no issues. Only problem I have had is with braid. For some reason it gets overwrapped and breaks when I cast the bigger baits. My buddy had the same issue. Went to mono or flouro and has not happened again. Have been told the level wind causes this but I cannot...

Was out Saturday and picked up numerous gatoraide bottles and mylar balloons. We pick it up when we see it but Saturday was the most in a long time. I call it man overboard practice - although we usually use the gaff for the balloons so I hope I never go overboard with this crew!

Great post and congrats! We were in that area and found "the paddy" for dodos. Must have been 50 that stayed with us our entire drift for limits for 3. Never found the YFT though. Congrats again and thanks for the post.

Very nice work.

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Left early out of SD Bay. Great dines at the receiver although a bit smaller than we have been getting but they were really healthy and lived all day. Headed to the N9 were we saw a few puddlers in 73 degree super clear blue water. Could not get the tuna to cooperate - as soon as we would get...

I guess it ain't gay if it's underway! Great video guys.

Totally agree. Never had anything but a good experience with their operation. Even during the longest lines ever the guys remained professional. Thanks for starting this thread. Too easy to just complain when things are not perfect and forget to give props when deserved.

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Bump. Sale fell through. Still available.

2 per person or per boat?

Sale pending

Never saw them before last yer that I recall. They were still in SD Bay in November.

Helm seat and cushions. Been in the garage awhile. Sold the boat I bought this for, never installed it and no longer need it. Sells for around $170.00 at West Marine. $115.00 OBO. PM me or call (951)757-9012. Thanks for looking, Joe

These are what I switched to. Let all the water out and none back in. Click on the sea scuppers icon on this site. They have a ball inside so water pressure outside holds them closed but froom inside pushes them open. They work great. http://www.rabud.com/

I never turn it off.

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Run the pump all day to maintain clean water with enough oxygen to keep bait alive. What size is your tank?

I have the Kodiak 22 and a rule 500 gph pump. It keeps a full scoop healthly all day on my 17 ft CC in pretty rough seas. I think your tank can do the same but you have too much flow as others have said here. Get a smaller pump or try the ball valve first to verify. My tank is to the rear...

Could have been. Great advice.

Decided to avoid the crowds yesterday and headed to the islands. Fished the nine mile bank all day Wednesday but could never get bit. Anyway, launched from Shelter Island at 0500 and got in the bait line with EVERYONE else for about 50 minutes. Great cooperation and patience by all which was...

Great info Gonzo, thanks. What is a water puppy?

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Love when she sits down with her feet on the rail. Those are great YT. Thanks for the video.

Captured it perfectly!

Good work! We picked up 9 balloons Saturday. Only cast bait to one but no love..My crew thought I was nuts for doing it but now I can prove it was worth a try!!!! Glad to read others pick this crap up as well.

Nice work!

Nice YT. Thanks for the report.

Nice! Congrats.

Very nice video work but voice over was hard to understand.

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Yes, those red crabs are eerywhere! I imagine with little chop the tuna see us and hear us better. With much chop I get the crab kicked outta me or it takes forever to get anywhere. No perfect solution I suppose but it was a great day on the water. Heard about that 100 plus BFT on the radio...

Selling this rod for my wife's dad. $50.00 OBO. In Temecula. Call Ron at (951) 750-8092

For sale - pair of Cabela's clamp on rod holders in great shape. Selling for wife's father to score points with both so help a brotha out here. $50.00 OBO for the pair. Located in Temecula. Call Ron directly if interested at (951) 750-8092 Thanks for looking.

We put in a lot of miles yesterday - out to the 182 and beyond then down toward the Mex boarder and back in to SD Bay. Found several paddies full of bait but no game fish and saw tuna jump clear out of the water numerous times. Tried a few long soaks to no avail and then found a small school of...

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Posting for my father-in-law Ron. This rod is in great shape. Asking $100.00 OBO. You can call Ron directly at (951)750-8092 or reply here for more info. Thanks everyone, Joe SOLD SOLD SOLD

Wow! That really is a great addition to the boat. Thanks for posting these. I have a similar boat so it helps to actually see it installed and gear from the owner.

Anyone have pics of their boat with it installed?

Nice day on the bay! Congats and thanks for sharing. Makes me a bit jealous...

Nice!!!

You are an artist sir. That is awesome!

Stopped in early Thursday morning and it was empty. Robert looked pretty depressed. Sucks to lose this shop. Great bunch there.

There were seals around but no fish so they left us alone. Seemed like a few boats headed to the rock pile in the late morning. Maybe the YT were down there? Anyone know?

So, I actually received an email which surprised me. Gut told me I had left a couple things blank on my application / form. Completed and resent. Printed everything and brought my passport. Never saw the Mex authorities though.

THank you everyone! THis list helped a lot. I also found the earlier post with the instructions and screenshots that explain the required steps for the FMM. I think we have everything needed now although I have yet to receive the confirmation email after sending the receipt and manifest. Heading...

I know there are older posts on this but wondered if anyone has recent info. Anyone been boarded this year? What were they looking for?

Do you need an FMM per boat or per fisherman on the boat? Any info appreciated. Joe

Went last night in SD Bay. Slow night with only two legals but was beatiful on the water. Temp was 60. The red crabs were so thick in many places near the bait barge my sounder could not see the bottom. My advice is find a spot near eel grass or structure in 30-50 feet depths anywhere from the...

FEMA will save you.

Finally got sick of the frustration and mess in my garage as well. Made these and took over the spare bedroom. Still cannot believe I got away with that. Went to wider Plano boxes which allowed me to reduce overall number. Still need to label them and the jury is still out as to wether they will...

Sweet. Nice work!

Put a Stryker on my 176 CC and love it.

I use salt away after every trip and so far no major rust but I imagine there is some corrosion around bolts and the slings that I just have yet to see. I am also gonna get the corrosion x and the fluid film after reading this. Thanks guys! I do get some corrosion on my light connector which can...

I am on my second set from Costco and have had great results. My old ones had a battery door issue ( I broke one off!) and they were out of warranty. Costco rebuilt them both for me for $140.00 and they were good as new. I go in once a month and they clean them for me for free with no...

The cardboard deal is a great tip Max. Thanks, will do that next time.

Bass Pro

Have not seen a single crab this year either for some reason.

Very cool. Ditto thanks to Danny. Also, tell Danny's family thanks for their sacrifice while he was serving. They are all too often left out when we think about the sacrifices made to serve this nation.

Found this article and a page to sign a petition. Sounds like the ban on certain tackle was added to another proposal supported by Brown without much notice so it could be approved if enough people do not raise concern. Have a look and sign the petition if you agree tackle is not an...

Hey Nick, Where did you read this? Is there a bill we can review that you know of? I searched a bit but could not find anything specific other than the enviro-whackos are always trying to push shit like this.

Letter sent

Now they know who you are...

Out!!! Standing!!! Pops.

He can enforce it with drones...

Do these bugs make me look fat?

Oh man, I hope he doesn't want my bunghole next.

Oh carp!

72.3 lbs

Sucks!

Hope they are still working on it. Right now Bloody Deck sucks balls!

Barefoot and in the kitchen?

Call Matt Morris if you want a great river guide trip. went with him last year and had a great time. (405)599-7268 [email protected] - - - Updated - - - Call Matt Morris if you want a great river guide trip. went with him last year and had a great time. (405)599-7268 [email protected]

Sorry, do not know his last name but wanted to say thanks for being such a stand up guy. Miguel found one of my lost hoop nets in the bay and called me. He held onto it for me for a couple weeks until I could get down to his place to pick it up. He drives one of those blue tour bus/boats on SD...

Thanks Jim.

Anybody heard if the rules have changed since the latest meeting?

Out! Standing! Sir

Leave her home

Mom, happy meals.

I hope that fish practices catch and release!

Thanks for the info guys.

Are they required for the Coronados or not? Anyone have any actual information? I called the landings and they say they are not required for their passengers but they are not sure about private boats. Anyone have any run ins recently with the Mexican authorities down there? Just do not want to...

I have the stryker on my 17.6 Sea Pro and love it.

Is she even legal?

Well, are they real or not? This bug's livin'' my dream! Eww! He's so hard!

X3 on the course and the book. Also, go a few times with an experienced friend just to get the feel for the boat in the big water. I agree with having the wife take the course with you just in case. I did not do that and my wife is still reluctant to take control. If she ever had to she could...

Thank you Carlos! Was great talking with you.

PM sent.

Bump. Great handgun guys.

Hey Capt., It is still available. I do not make it up that way too often. You ever make it to Riverside area?

Check this out. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/02/06/own-gun-time-to-buy-violence-insurance-california-democrats-say/ :_diarrhea_:

Wow! Have not heard of Cave Lake since I was a kid. I grew up near it in Ely,NV. Used to fish it all the time. If you get up that way in the warmer months you should try Sunnyside and the Ruby Marshes for bass. Very cool post for me Bryan. Thanks for sharing.

"I didn't do it."

I use the salt water soaked towel as well and they stay alive all night and for the ride home.

Going to pass and hope I can sell it outright.

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Busy couple of days. I am going to have to pass on the trade and hold out for cash. Thanks anyway though and Merry Christmas.

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Actually need the cash more than more stuff. Curious as to what you had in mind though.

Hi Greg. Yes it is a single action.

Lightly used beautiful Ruger 44 mag. for sale. 5.5" barrel. Wood grips. Nice gun. Asking $500.00. Reasonable offers considered. In the Temecula, CA area. This is the gift for that guy that has everything!

Better check with the state. There is probably a 15 day waiting period and a transfer fee for that thing.

So cool that your daughter got to experience that trip with you and her grandpa. You get the dad of the year award sir. Great job and thanks for all the detail and photos.

SOLD!

Give away bikini tops. God knows a lot of BDers could use 'em!:rofl:

Great deal guys.

Dan, you are indeed the man. Look at those faces. Nothing better my friend.

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82" wide X 68" deep X 64" tall. Blue canvas. Came off my 176 CC SeaPro when I put the t-top on. In great shape. I am in Menifee / Temecula area. Often visit kids in San Diego so we could meet if interested. $150.00

Bimini top came off my Sea Pro 176 CC when I put a t-top on instead. In very good condition. Asking $150.00

Bimini top for sale. Came off my SeaPro 17.6 CC. $100.00 OBO. when I got the t-top. Photo upload not working but will try again later. Pick up only. I am in Menifee which is just a bit north of Temecula.

Love that note but do you think she will really take care of it if you let her keep it?

I love when people ask stupid questions. That way I get the answer without having to ask them.

Warm your hands on my hot cans

Thoughts and prayers to them and their loved ones Sean. My son made it homes safe from Iraq and I am still counting our blessings and mourning the lost souls. Thank you for posting this. Made me pause and remember.

Which one is Gil?

That rope is gonna leave a mark!

Bubba Blade - now there are three to chose from!

Congrats Mike. Nothing better than our kids happiness.

Left my new iPAD in a restaurant the other day when I went back to work after lunch. Called the place and found out a customer had found it and turned it in. The teenager behind the counter had put it in their safe and waited about 30 minutes after her shift till I was able to pick it up to make...

Is the bilge pump in the cab running?

Thanks for the heads up. I would not have known they look like carp and would probably have passed them up. Will try that area for sure with cast masters.

Would have never thought of that but will give it a try. I guess they literally eat anything. Thanks for the post and the tip.

I plan to fish lm/sm as well and I know what you mean. Only strippers I have ever caught came when fishing for other species. Will definitely try the narrows for striper though. Thanks

Plan to launch at Boulder so ending the day there on anchor will work out great. Thanks for the tip!

Thanks for the info guys. I will be in my boat so I can search around for them. Will try the marinas and look for the "slurpers" as well.

Going to Mead next week and would love to get on a striper bite. Anyone have experience fishing this lake? What is the best bait/lures? Any info on areas would also be appreciated.

Yes. I did it once and it was great. I just used Lawrys Fajita lime marinade to soak it for 30 minutes and mesquite chips on the smoker for about an hour. Made the best fish tacos ever.

Great job on getting out with your son. Also, congrats to him being accepted to that school! You must have done something right? Way to go!

It ain't gay if it's underway!

I put Stryker on my boat and I love it. Took about half a day to install with two guys. Great quality. If you want something customized though I would go with the recommendations of the other guys here. No idea of cost on those but the Stryker was about $1500.00 with an e-box and 9 rod holders...

How the hell did Troy do this on Swamp People? Or Get some more skinny guys to the other side!

I have used for a couple years now. Works great for me.

Never a dull moment

Bubba Blade - The baddest knife you'll never sharpen!

I hope that one in the back doesn't know the antenna up the pooper trick!

Get Fa-Laid with a Bubba Blade

Glad to see you got some! Gonna try it Friday if the weather is not too nasty. Hope I have the same kinda night ( or better...)

How much weight are you using with your set up?

Recreational fishing must have something to do with it. Maybe we need to close Alaska!

Good going and great dog.

Where did you catch it? Went and trolled around for nada the order day. Would love to land a nice striper out there.

http://www.bdoutdoors.com/forums/attachments/contests/319944d1323104456-phenix-rods-presents-beat-caption-contest-ending-december-12th-2011-5-pm-three-girls.jpeg My Phenix is rising!

How many points do we lose if I shit my pants!?

I told you to be careful what you wished for...

3000 pounds and up requires brakes.

Congrats Donnie! That is one nice bug! I got a limit (1st time ever for me) last night in the SD bay. Perfect conditions. About 20 feet deep. Makeral for bait. Tonight I am in a lobster coma but they we're damn good. (I did not eat them all myself...)

"I have a firm grip on this hose. What could go wrong?" "Why are the gators hanging around here all the time?" "Hello, Florida Fish and Game? Could you send someone out to risk their life for us? We seem to have a gator problem."

"Hey, you still watchin' my beer?"

So how was the weather? NOAA called for pretty high swells and wind. Nice job on the bugs btw.

You set a great example with the release. Great job.

Bet the boy loved it. Any pics of the shark?

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I bought a boat from Hipp 2 years ago and a few months ago noticed the axle was bowed down in the center and the tires were worn pretty bad on the inside. Looked like the trailer was over loaded. Took it back to Hipp to have them figure out the problem as I know I never over loaded it. After a...

#24 you can ask to do it with a third person and she will not object!

Thanks Ray. That was great to see.

I wonder if the bounce when he takes it from behind.

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Those signs will probably make people want to kill even more sharks. Just like Jaws did.

What's the best way to kill them once onboard?

PM sent.

Hey, did you put your red / green lights on the tee top too?

That looks great Ethan! Congrats on winning it! Will see you out there after I install mine.

Made it back. Actually it runs great on two coils, just with very little power. You would expect it to miss and cough and sputter but it is very smooth. I was able to do a couple mph or so. If you are in gear it just slows to a crawl but still runs. It wants to die if you shift from neutral into...

I post every now and then but I find myself reading most of what you guys post about boats and fishing. I have learned a great deal over the last couple years and thought it only fitting to acknowledge you all for your selfless sharing. If I ever come up with anything I think you all could...

Anybody else buy this boat from Hipp Marine? I recall another BDer posting pictures of it after he got it around the same time I got mine. I think I have an underrated trailer and am curious which trailer you have. My tires are worn out on the inside on both sides and the axle bows down in the...

I had two go out at different times. 1st was around 160 hours and the 2nd was around 220 hours. After the second one Hipp Marine found out there was a tech bulletin on them. Apparently that part number had been obsoleted and replaced with an improved version. They then replaced all three. Have...

I vote for getting rid of the new format as well. The red type on black background sucks. Very hard to read and it is tiny.

I have this motor. Great exceptnfor the coils. Had two go bad on me. Turns out there was a tech bulletin on them. They were replaced by a new part number. Had all replaced a couple months ago and no more problem so far. Mine is still under warranty. Same year so I would think yours would be...

Great post. Thanks for the details of the trip. Glad you got out and had some luck.

I have had great luck just south of the Coronado bridge. Caught 39 spot ties there a couple weeks ago. We were using darter heads with nuclear chicken Gulp 3" shrimp. Drifting and dragging them along the bottom. Nothing real big but lots of fun on lighter equipment. Could also put a small strip...

I cannot log in unless I am already looking at an open post. This is on an iPad. Anyone else having this issue?

Earlier this year we installed about 30 flat screens at work. We used a consultant who talked us out of the LCds and Plasmas and into Sharp LED screens. These things are unreal. Cheaper than LCDs / Plasmas and much much better picture. Also, they are literally an inch thick, weigh 36 lbs...

Hey man,not in any smartass way at all,but are spotties good eats???I have always thrown them back,but just wondered. Yeah, I like them. They are a very firm and flaky white meat - great as tacos or broiled with salsa on top. Usually c&r though.

Picked up the boat at 4 PM Friday from Hipp after service with by buddy Erik. Planned to test her out on the bay and do a little fishing for three hours. Got started just after 5 in calm, slightly overcast conditions. Water was about 72' and the moon was full. Boat ran great (thanks Hipp, as...

I was there last week and thought I had a world record on the kelp but was a bit shy. Felt really bad for killing it to get it to the scales. I would probably have just got a photo and let it go but it had swallowed the hook and was bleeding green shit all over the boat so what the hell? It was...

Thanks for the input guys. I like the idea of the helper springs / airbags. Just need to find the right boat now...

Learn something every day here. I too rinse them and pat dry with a paper towel. I wonder if the meat would be mushy if I did not dry it. Next time I am lucky enough to clean a nice halibut I am going to not rinse in fresh water and see if it is better. Thanks for the tip.

Great that youo and the old man still hang. Mine is too effing far away but when we can we love to fish together although he is strictly fresh water. Nice post, thanks for a great read.

Just spent the day looking at boats. The 2100 wa Polar is a really nice ride. Not sure on the truck with it though. I think it will pull it ok but just seems really big compared to the Tundra. So much more boat though...

Excellent post Mike. Thanks

Yeah, I have found a couple a few years older and they are the same with more add ons for less money so I am thinking along those lines now. Gonna have to sell the mighty SeaPro first though.

Yes the new trailer has brakes.

Hey Mark, very helpful info. Thanks for the reply.

I have the 768 color version (# could be off but I think that's it - boats in for service). Anyway I love it. Works great and lots of detail. No experience with others though. Probably lots of opinions from guys who know more than I.

Just getting your son on the water was a win!

Need some opinions please. I have a 2008 SeaPro 176 CC with a Mercury Optimax 115. Really nice boat but am thinking about upgrading to a walk around for the dryer ride and would like to be able to spend the night in the bay or at the islands with the wife or a fishing buddy. What do you guys...

If it is a wa with a porta potty and a rail mounted grill do you think the IRS would buy it?

Great photos Mark and what an experience with the sharks and just being in the outback. Look forward to seeing more photos in the future.

What a great experience for a father and son! Way to go Scott!

Thanks, thought this was a new post. Well, if they do it again Wayne has my info.

I feel like such a pussy now!

What's up with those toes?

I feel so effing lazy now! Thanks. Nice job on everything though. Enjoy it

I would do that but I would be the one wearing the damn thing all the time!

Email sent to Wayne to find out how to sign up. Great cause and should be a blast.

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What great memory! What a great dad! Way to go.

What does a day on the taxi run? My brother and his kids are coming down in a couple weeks and that sounds like the ticket.

Lake Skinner has a nice camp ground.

Those are fantastic bro! Very talented. Let us know when the shirts are avail.

Thanks. I also did not know about that plug. Great info.

Not an offshore event but it sucked just the same. My dad was on a job in Yuma and I decided to meet him with my 17 ft Tracker for some bass fishing on the river (which neither of us had ever done before). We were doing ok but decided to move upriver and kept getting bogged down in the grass...

Bleached and spiked hair with rainbow colored, very tight clothes will ensure you blend in many places in California

Lucked into a close out deal with the manufacturers. I have 8 paper shredders with auto feed units that feed up to 80 sheets. Sell new for $120.00. Yours for $35.00 each plus shipping. Located in Menifee of you want to pick one up. Good units for a home office or whatever. PM me if interested.

Thanks for the info. Usually bring my designated helmsman. I like a few beers while fishing and he likes driving so it works out well. Drinking and boating is a bad mix with so many things that can go wrong in such a short amount of time.

How long did he fight it? Looks like it would have been a blast. Nice job guys.

I have an 18 foot CC and would not go out in anything bigger than 3 feet if the wind is blowing. Can be dangerous but really it just plain sucks getting blown around and beaten up. I went several years ago when there was a small craft advisory like the one in effect this weeken ( through Sunday...

I had the same experience but it was the week my dad and brother flew out from Florida specifically to fish DVL with me! I was pissed but the guy suggested we go to Skinner and we did - ever day that week. Dad actually caught close to his personal best that week and there were very few boats...

What's a yellowtail?

...nice pics! Would love to fish for peacocks!

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Great job! So what lens is it?

Thanks for the input on the battery placement everyone. My console is a bit too small for three batteries but your comments about NOT putting them up front make allot of sense. I will have to see what the TM Doc recommends.

Nice job. Where did you put the batteries? Any pictures of them? I have a Sea Pro 176 CC that would need the same bow rail job but am not sure where I would put the batteries.

This is a very useful image in that it clearly shows the impacted area. Thanks for the post - let's support PSO's efforts to undo this BS before it becomes the first in a series of closures until there is no place left to fish without a commercial license.

Worked for me. This guy has to go but who knows what Governor Retread will do. KeepAmericaFishing - California & Pacific Region

I still don't get how this is supposed to help my hemorrhoids

I need a fresh bait. Mine stopped wiggling!

If those were Fishworks shorts what was up your ass would still be a secret

Did you get one?

Way to go! Great picture of the new guy holding the bug.

It was way too cold and foggy for her to go with but like other things it looks allot bigger when she holds it.:rofl: She did let me have half of it and I cannot believe how sweet it tasted. Will be back out for sure - soon.

PM sent

Well, some of you guys were right. I am now officially hooked on hoopin'. Launched out of Shelter Island at 3:30 yesterday and had hoops in the water by 4:15. Not much current at first but it picked up with the tide change. Water was 54 degrees and glass calm all night. Zero wind and just cool...

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Went out to SD Bay after work Friday to try some of the tips and techniques posted here = thanks everyone for sharing. :notworthy Weather could not have been better with zero wind, not a ripple on the bay, 62 degree water and air. Very few boats out. We tried several spots and ended up at 9:15...

Let me know if you need any new friends. Seriously, that is a sweet set up! Congrats and enjoy.

You sure got a purdy mouth You want me to grab what with my hand?

Cannot get any more redneck than this. Maybe a new reality show to compete with Swamp People? Man catches snapping turtles with bare hands. [VIDEO]

I love big fish but my best fishing memory is still of my dad and my brother and me catching over 80 dink bass in about 7 hours when we were kids. Dad built a Jon boat and a camper so we could go fishing in the Ruby Marshes in Norrhern Nevada. My brother got a Rapala trebble hook buried in his...

I have not hooped much but I try to stay clear of anyone else"s gear just as a courtesy to that person. I appreciate this kind of discussion here though as it gives some great advice and might just make people think about how they should act out there.

Don't worry, after his girlfriend's parents find out about him he will probably be fired from his PE job and land in jail... Does he have any good fishing stuff she can sell on BD?

Hey honey,where did you want me to drop your mom off?

FISHWORKS - we have the RIGHT gear to haul your ass around!

Hey guys, thanks so much for the tips and video. Learned allot. This is my first season hooping and all advice is welcomed. Will be buying some chain today for sure. Also, great tip for the slack in the line. Thanks again.

Thought I was the only one watching that show. I have family down there too and it is interesting when we get to see them. Very different take on the world... I still need the sub-titles though.

Is it used for fishing? Is it fishing line?

I have no dedicated cleaning station but when I actually catch fish I clean them in the kitchen. Wife allows this so far but I think if I ever caught a bunch of large fish i would have to invest in a station outside of some kind. My dad has a place on Lake Seminole and cleans fish on a counter...

I appreciate all the info I get here but since I pretty much still suck at fishing I rarely have anything of value to add and keep my pie hole shut. It does not do anyone much good to repeatedly read about how I failed to catch shit again. Since there are numerous posts that include the weather...

I would share like that IF I actually knew anything! :worship: Thanks for the great info. Question, can you see halibut on a sounder?

C'mon guys. This is a great phone.

SOLD! Gently used Iphone 3G White 16GB AT&T in great condition, phone has always been in a case. It comes with the original box, power cable, ear buds and paperwork, included are 3 rubber cases. There are two tiny hairline cracks - see photo - they do not interfere with performance but wanted to...

Fishworks has your ass covered Cover your ass with Fishworks

EAT ME LURES...They will swallow, not spit EAT ME LURES will make 'em want to swallow EAT ME LURES ... Are my skirts too short?

Now my back hurts

I wanted the boat on the right. She said I could have the one she is sitting in. No concept...

What? No catch and release on those?

RAW is just a format that takes in ALL the information that makes up a photos with no compression. JPEG and the rest compress the photo to save space. This is fine for snapshots since you probably will not do any serious editing on them. If you want edit a photo later it is best to shoot RAW so...

How much did he charge? Years ago I was in a western movie that was filmed near that pond and a guy named Nick lived in that cabin and kinda took care of us while we were there. We kept in touch for awhile but eventually lost track of him. When we first checked it out as a location we were met...

Feels great to finally catch one on my own - so much better than on the charter boats (although those guys do a great job putting us on fish year in and year out!)

Spent Friday and Saturday at the Coronados along with several friends on a 40 foot sailboat (the "Mother-ship"). Having the mother-ship allowed us to stay overnight and fish from my 176 CC Sea Pro. Had a great time but the fishing was slow. Water temp was between 60.5 and 63 depending on where...

First fish he ever caught. Big Bear Lake

Can you chip your wife? You know,in case she gets stolen or lost... Actually we chipped our dogs as pups and a lady at the vet told us she had gotten hers back after it ran away. It was only gone for about a week and then a shelter called her. I have not seen any ill effects for the dogs at...

Gotta getta yak!

WOW! That is one awesome fish! Congrats!

My son recently returned from that shit hole - thank God in one piece - I know what you are going through and feel for your boy. PM me his mailing info and my wife will send him and his crew a care package. I know that getting anything in the mail can make a shitty day a bit better. Tell him...

Good job just getting out there bro!

So wish I was on the East coast sometimes!

I feel for you bro!

The Paddy Whacker

He can SAY whatever he wants about how many fish he caught ... we can SEE the one damn nice bass you caught. Nice job and who the f cares about how many anyway. Most of us were not even on the water when you caught that fish - lucky *&^@!#$.

That boy is hooked for life! Great job dad!

What a day! Great picture of you and the little guy.

Hey Matt great job on that flattie. Question, how much weight do you use?

Great report Carl! Before my son left for the NAVY he and I got to go to Mexico for a couple days. He managed to catch the only sailfish of the day for the fleet where were and two days later, on fresh water, he landed the big fish of the day for the lodge. He was a celebrity both days and talks...

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Make me an offer

Great! Now I feel something crawling on me. Think I will get the boat ready - no spiders on the salt water. Glad you are feeling better.

I had one of these guys call me a few times. i agreed that I should help get the money out of his country. When I asked for his account number so I could do the transfer he hung up and I never heard back from him. Do you guys think he was full of Sh**? Hate to think that. He seemed so nice...lol

Saturday - Got bait at 10 AM and was planning to fish around the kelp just outside the SD Bay but metered lots of fish just inside. First bait over was inhaled by a small 'cuda. Drifted in this same area (just past the sub base toward the mouth of the bay) for hours with unreal action on small...

Another guy made me an offer but I have not heard back from him since I accepted. Supposed to meet today. If not I will PM you this evening. Thanks for the interest.

PM sent. Thanks for the interest

$150.00 OBO. Menifee, Ca pick up only please. Bought this several years ago to use as a kicker on my old bass boat but never installed it. Do not have allot of info on it other than it ran great last time I tried it and it is in great condition.

Two used boat seats. $80.00 pick up only please.

Glad you are smart enough not to have her drive a SMART car! Glad it's working out and enjoy the new truck.

Thanks Papa J for the info. Will use Paypal as that is right away and simple. It is a beautiful thing you all are doing for this mom and her girls.

Wow! What a great bunch of people! I too am in for a contribution - just let us know when and where to send it. Afraid I just tune in here to try to learn how to catch fish out there so I would not be much as a deck hand - probably just be in the way. I can only imagine what your family must be...

Sorry to hear you got laid off. Hope all works out for you and the family. I just placed an order and thanks for all the great tips!

Get a Macbook Pro with the Intel chip set. You can run Apple or Windows just as well and you can take it anywhere. I have a 12" Mac that has lasted over 6 years with zero issues. It is getting a bit slow now for some things but for word processing and pictures it is great. I bought a Dell for...

Mike, Just joined Bloodydecks - great forum so far. Hope to learn alot from you guys here. I have used the curve and now have the bold. Bold is bigger so the keyboard is easier to use. Overall decent phone but gave up an iPhone to the wife for a free bold from work. Now I have to text her to...