wcsparky05
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i live in the norcal delta area and have never trolled before. any advise? depth, or lures, or areas, or speed? and when do i need to drop anchor? thx in advance!!
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norcal trolling... any tips?
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You might get more info posting these questions on our SF Bay & Delta forum
http://www.boatered.com/forum/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=68
Also Google coastsidefishingclub Lots of delta fisherman there!
http://www.boatered.com/forum/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=68
Also Google coastsidefishingclub Lots of delta fisherman there!
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I saw a video from one of the experts. If I remember correctly, he said that you need to keep the lures right next to the bottom. So, he used a line counter reel. He had it figured out so he could release line, or bring it in to put the lures at certain depths. After that, he just kept a sharp eye on the depth sounder. He said he spent his days adjusting line in and out to follow the contour of the bottom. Trolling is entirely different than bait fishing.
With bait, you pay your money, take your grass shrimp and fish in areas that have fish around.
I highly recommend talking to the old timers at some of the better bait/tackle shops. A trip or two with an experienced charter is invaluable. You'll be money and time ahead.
With bait, you pay your money, take your grass shrimp and fish in areas that have fish around.
I highly recommend talking to the old timers at some of the better bait/tackle shops. A trip or two with an experienced charter is invaluable. You'll be money and time ahead.
wcsparky05
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thx , you guys! i do appreciate it. i used to be in capitola every wknd in the summer for a few years.!**!** i grew up in upstate ny. have been here since '98 or the split!! thx god 4 that!!!!!!men listen up!!! get ur boat, get your car, then get your girl, and make sure she's got your lifestyle in mind or drop her like a fart in the wind! the best simile we had at the time. **** off!