Recent content by Baydog

Sounds like going VRO-less was a good thing to do.... L

Two weeks ago my old reliable 96 Johnson Outboard started giving me a "no oil" warning. Not totally uncommon as it was only 15 degrees that morning. Usually the issue gets resolved with a couple squeezes of the oil reservoir bulb. After warming up it usually goes the rest of the day without a...

Haven't had the opportunity to run a boat in saltwater but if I did I'd be taking notes on your winterization protocol! L

You didn't mention what you plan on using the boat for.....Also remember there's no such thing as the perfect boat for all situations! Cheers! Lance

Pikeminnow aren't a bad sign in and of themselves. Catfish are probably indicative of the need to move upstream to colder waters. L.

bythesea- I'm trolling through the old posts, thanks for stopping in. L.

thanks guys. I'll search the saltwater forum. Cheers, Lance

Caught the surf perch bug in San Diego a couple years ago and was wondering if anyone fishes them in Northwest Oregon? L.

I can't help you much with locations but you are on the right track with your fishing strategies. Whitey has a smaller mouth/body length than a trout so adjust your bait accordingly. Typical whitefish water where i'm from involves deeper holes or slower runs in medium to large rivers. The only...