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Dobyns 736C - Has anyone used this rod before?

Hi everyone,

I have been looking for a flipping stick or at least a more stout pitching rod. Long story short, my grandpa knows the owners of a tackle shop in Oregon real well and I have a deal going where I can get a brand new Dobyns 736C for $120 (sells for $240)! It seems like it might be slightly short (7'3") for flipping but that is a tough price to pass up. Has anyone on this site ever used this rod before? What did you think of it? Thanks!

Here are the specs:

cork-full… Continue

Added by David Parnicky on November 11, 2009 at 6:58pm — 6 Comments

To all the US Marines Corps! Happy Birthday Marine Corps!

https://www.godaddy.com/gdshop/holiday/usmc2009/default.asp?isc=gdr1162e

Added by Mark Byrne on November 9, 2009 at 10:17pm — 1 Comment

Took My Dad Fishing for Salmon

Dad’s Fishing Derby (as he calls it)

I took my dad fishing for salmon this past Friday. He didn’t want to go fishing initially but much to my pleasure and surprise, he changed his mind.

We found a section of the Green River in Auburn, which I missed during my initial scouting trip not too long ago. I have never fished this section of the Green River either, but its traits were perfect for us. It was a flat, clear area that was convenient to fish from the… Continue

Added by islandbass on November 7, 2009 at 12:00am — 5 Comments

Washington State Parks

TO: Interested Parties

FROM: Bill Koss, Planning and Research Manager

RE: Osoyoos Lake Veteran’s Memorial - Rescind Transfer to City of Oroville

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will meet at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 3, 2009 at the Fox Theatre, 119 South Tower Avenue, Centralia, Washington.

At the meeting the Commission will consider adopting or approving the agenda item. The item does not have a specific time at the meeting.… Continue

Added by RaMcVey on November 6, 2009 at 6:18am — No Comments

My son's MONSTER..

Here is a piggie my son caught while we were out today it is 7.2 non triploid rainbow

and he hooked it himself. I miss the bass but this sure helps fill the void.

Added by FISHAHOLICTAZ on November 5, 2009 at 1:39pm — 6 Comments

Fishing and Well-Being Survey.

I am taking an english/positive psychology course (not my choice...)at WSU and have to do a research paper. If you guys could fill out this survey ASAP, it would be a huge help. It should only take about 10 minutes and be fairly simple. If there are any questions or concerns, please pm me. It is for anglers of all levels, etc.

Click Here to take survey

Thanks,

Zack

Added by Zackery Shaff on November 3, 2009 at 1:32am — 17 Comments

New paintjob

Wanted to plug for my buddy down in CA that painted for me, and also fishes my Pstix. This is a carp pattern on an 8" Tru. If anyone is interested let me know. He does lots of paintjobs and also does a blog on tackletog.com

Added by Daniel Bavery on November 1, 2009 at 6:00pm — 10 Comments

Jake Cook brings the third Jr. Bassmasters World Championship home to Washington State

Short Video
http://sports.espn.go.com/outdoors/tournaments/live/kyte?uri=channels/344673/595315

Added by Mark Byrne on October 30, 2009 at 3:50pm — No Comments

Don Hogue next stop the 2010 Bassmasters Classic

Short Video

http://sports.espn.go.com/outdoors/tournaments/live/kyte?uri=channels/344673/595408

Added by Mark Byrne on October 30, 2009 at 3:46pm — No Comments

Good artical on a northwest bass fisherman and his go to bait (YAMAMOTO magazine)

Stan Fagerstrom submitted this artical and it is a two part artical.
See a photo of my 5lb 2 oz smally I got this month!

http://www.insideline.net/il-online/2009/features/09-1028-fagerstrom.html

Roger

Added by ExBassGuide on October 30, 2009 at 9:04am — 3 Comments

Washington's Don Hogue in 1st Place after 2 days 2009 BASS Federation Nation Championship

1 Don Hogue 5 10-14 5 13-11 10 24- 9

2 Randy Phillips 3 9- 7 5 14-11 8 24- 2

3 Skip Sjobeck 2 12- 5 3 9-15 5 22- 4

4 Brent Long 4 11- 4 3 9- 9 7 20-13

5 Randy Wieczorek 5 10-15 5 8- 7 10 19- 6

6 Samuel Anthony 5 9-14 3 9- 5 8 19- 3

7 Brian Hensley 5 7-13 5 10- 1 10 17-14

8 Jeff Freeman 4 4- 0 5 13- 7 9 17- 7

9 Matt Massey 4 14-12 2 2- 5 6 17- 1

10 Chuck Murray 5… Continue

Added by Mark Byrne on October 29, 2009 at 3:38pm — 4 Comments

Clear Lake Top 10 Experience and missing the CUP... (no biggy)

Well... a Top 10 finally!!! I felt after falling from 30th in the AOY ranking to 35th at the Delta that I needed a Top 10 finish to make the FLW CUP... I did finish in the Top 10 but in 10th... so wasn't quit good enough and I finished 22nd overall missing the Cup by 2 spots! Still I feel good about the year but I look back at all four tourney’s and the missed limits all add up in some fashion to a 4-5 lb difference in 22nd and being a 20th place FLW CUP QUALIFIER! It’ll be… Continue

Added by Johnny Walker on October 29, 2009 at 11:30am — 4 Comments

The Reward of Fishing Less Than Ideal Conditions

Another Trip to Lake Union Tuesday, 10-28-09

I had the fortune of getting out of work a bit early today. Despite my suspicions that the passing period of cold and rainy weather would likely turn the fish off and lower my chances of success fishing from the shore, I decided to go bass fishing anyway. Because this was not a planned trip, I only had two trunk rods and a motley but limited selection of lures.

Poor weather conditions + Limited lure selection = Slim… Continue

Added by islandbass on October 29, 2009 at 12:10am — 2 Comments

Big Salmon Fishing Resort, Neah Bay

I had a bad experince at Big Salmon Fishing Resort, Neah Bay in early July, 2009. I planned on fishing for five days. I bought gas twice at marina. First day no problem. After second purchase of gas I went out to fish and had problems with my engine. Boat quit running about 3 miles out. I am a retired auto technician and suspected water in the fuel. I called this to the manager's attention at Big Salmon and she said she would have her gas checked. She has not done this, and refuses to send me… Continue

Added by Richard Keeney on October 13, 2009 at 12:26pm — 1 Comment

thanks for everything

I recently got orders to transfer to Lake Charles, Louisianna for the coast guard and just wanted to say thank you to everyone for making my tour here in washington a blast. Hope everyone keeps on them big ol nasty bass, cause you know I will be down south. I posted a few videos so check em out. One is specific to the struggles of shore fisherman, and what we have to do to over come hurdles encountered. Everyone please keep in touch.

Roy Hawes
themadfisherman187@yahoo.com

Added by Roy E. Hawes on October 11, 2009 at 4:19pm — 6 Comments

California Delta Lesson Learned Again-

Last year I fished the FLW Delta tourney and finished 15th after being in the top-10 on the second day. I drew one of the best on day 3 "Bobby Barrack". I had been fishing a similiar bait to the pro for the 1st 2 days and not catching a limit but catching quality fish... and long story short I caught one fish behind the man... learning experince to say the least. I should have realized he would catch all the quality fish and I should change my strategy to catch some smaller pattern… Continue

Added by Johnny Walker on September 29, 2009 at 3:30pm — 27 Comments

Eyes In The Woods Partnership w/WDFW

New partnership aims to restore vandalized American Lake boat launch

OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and Eyes in the Woods, a non-profit volunteer organization, have joined forces with approximately 25 members of a newly formed citizen’s group to improve public safety and reduce vandalism at the American Lake public boat launch.

Managed by WDFW, the American Lake boat launch and public recreation site in Pierce County is used by thousands of… Continue

Added by Mark Wells on September 21, 2009 at 4:48pm — 3 Comments

2004 key west centerconsole flats boat for sale

yes you read it right, I am looking at selling my key west flats boat that is totally outfitted for fishing freshwater or saltwater. It is 15'6" with a 40lb thrust minn kota bow mounted hand controlled trolling motor, a 50 hp yamaha two stroke kicker with a stainless steel prop, areated livewells, bilge pumps, pop up stainless steel cleats, rod holders, galvanized anchor, ample storage, the works. It also comes on a galvanized alumaweld trailer. I also have a keel shield for it, but it needs to… Continue

Added by Roy E. Hawes on September 20, 2009 at 10:22am — No Comments

My Joker Crankbait Tuesday 09-15-09

IB’s Joker Bait Tuesday 09-15-09

One of my all-time childhood favorite superheroes is Batman, and so I thought I’d make a crankbait with Batman colors. However, I realized that Batman’s colors were a bit dull. I figured his archenemy’s colors (green hair, purple attire, red lips and black eyes, etc.) might make for an interesting choice.

I had a little assistance from the Bush and Obama jokers.…

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Added by islandbass on September 17, 2009 at 12:03am — 2 Comments

Free Lunker Punker

Get a brand new injected 6" Black Dog Baits Lunker Punker free with a subscription to the BAG just pay S&H. This not some cheesy offer the Lunker Punker is one of the best top water baits ever made.

Subscribe to the Bass Angler's Guide and get a free Lunker Punker you only pay shipping and handling, don't wait as of today I only have 20 left.

Here is the link with the details:… Continue

Added by Mark Lassagne on September 6, 2009 at 9:03pm — No Comments