1. General

    1. General Fishing

      Use this forum ONLY for topics that do not fit in any of the other forums below.
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      Latest: Too soon...but snowpack...is... dmorgan3, Jan 31, 2023 at 7:49 PM
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  3. Freshwater Fishing Forums

    1. Freshwater

      Fishing chat for San Diego's lakes, rivers, and ponds.
      Presented by Anglers Marine
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      1. Bass

      2. Trout

      3. Catfish

      4. Panfish

      5. Carp

      Latest: Who Eats Bass? Everydog, Feb 1, 2023 at 11:37 AM
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    2. Freshwater Reports

      Freshwater fishing reports ONLY!
      Presented by Last Chance Performance Marine
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      Latest: El Capitan Update Pourboy, Jan 31, 2023 at 10:21 PM
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    3. Barrett Lake

      Talk about fishing one of the country's premier bass fisheries, Barrett Lake.
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      1. Barrett Reports

      2. Barrett Ticket Trader

      Latest: Water level camobass, Jan 27, 2023 at 5:53 PM
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  5. Saltwater Fishing Forums

    1. Bay Fishing

      Fishing discussions and reports for San Diego Bay, Mission Bay, and the lagoons of North County.
      Presented by Frank Toyota
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      Latest: Karen at MB Mr. NiceGuy, Feb 1, 2023 at 11:35 AM
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    2. Private Boaters and General Saltwater

      Saltwater sportfishing discussion and reports for private boaters and general saltwater fishing talk.
      Presented by Hook'd Bait and Tackle
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      Messages:
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      Latest: First time catching mahi! geofish, Jan 28, 2023 at 6:42 PM
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    3. Sport Boats

      Discuss saltwater sportfishing from sport boats, everything from 1/2 day to long range trips with the local sportfishing fleet.
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      Latest: Need deck boot suggestion please jjdbike, Jan 30, 2023 at 4:40 AM
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    4. Surf, Piers, & Jetties

      Surf fishing, pier fishing, and jetty fishing reports and general discussions about fishing San Diego's surf zone.
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      Latest: How to (properly) pull the line when snagged? YNW_FISHY, Feb 1, 2023 at 9:23 AM
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    5. Lobster Fishing

      Recreational lobster season in California runs from the Saturday preceding the first Wednesday in October through the first Wednesday after the 15th of March.
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      Latest: Hoop Nets for Sale ceratophrys, Oct 20, 2022
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  6. Specialized Fishing Forums

    1. Fly Fishing

      For all fly fishing related discussions - tackle, locations, fly tying, and reports from everywhere and anywhere.
      Presented by The Fly Stop
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      Latest: First time trout on a fly rod Neuroshima, Jan 26, 2023 at 6:30 AM
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    2. Kayak and Paddle Board Fishing

      Dedicated talk about fishing from and rigging kayaks and standup paddle boards.
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      Latest: Kayak Fishing The Dana Point Kelp Beds | Season Ending Sheephead Trip, 2022 NY 4 Reels, Jan 18, 2023
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    3. Float Tubing

      Float tubes are a convenient and affordable way to get on the water, and finally get to those fish that you can't reach from shore. Discuss float tubes, outfitting float tubes for fishing, and float tube fishing.
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      Latest: Hypothermiacs dmorgan3, Jan 31, 2023 at 7:24 PM
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    4. Boating & Boat Maintenance

      For boat owners and prospective buyers to talk about owning and operating boats, as well as maintaining, repairing and rigging them. Also a place to discuss fishing boat makes and models.
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      Latest: DarkKastle Marine sherpa, Jan 13, 2023
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    5. Fishing Tackle

      Discuss rods, reels, lures, terminal tackle, line and fishing related accessories or apparel.
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      1. Hot Deals

      Latest: Right or left hand reel?? JustBass, Jan 31, 2023 at 11:33 AM
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    6. Swimbaits

      San Diego is a hotbed for the evolution of throwing big baits for big bass. Talk about the newest baits, modifications, or just the lifestyle of committing to the swimbait.
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      Latest: Deps Slide Swimmer Collab - Butch Brown/The HookUp Tackle bassmeister, Nov 24, 2022
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    7. Rod Building & Repair

      Chat with other custom rod builders about the craft of rod wrapping and repair.
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      Latest: Repair a guide on Penn Rod ol dirty basser, Jan 25, 2023
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    8. Lure Making & Customizing

      Discussions about pouring your own plastics, modifying or painting lures, and even carving your own swimbaits.
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      Latest: WTS/T Swimbait pouring material Werfless, Jan 23, 2023
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    9. Fishing Events & Tournaments

      Talk about upcoming or recent fishing related events like tournaments, fishing derbies, seminars and tackle or boat shows.
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      Latest: Spotty Bowl 2023 Werfless, Dec 9, 2022
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    10. Partner Finder

      This forum enables boaters and non-boaters to connect for upcoming fishing trips.
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      Latest: Colorado River / Build Deck / Fish / Staycation Werfless, Apr 10, 2022
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  7. Marketplace

    Buy and sell new and used fishing tackle, gear, equipment, kayaks, float tubes, boats and boating accessories with no associated costs!

    1. Fishing Tackle & Gear for Sale/Wanted/Trade

      Buy and sell fishing rods, reels, lures, terminal tackle, and all other general fishing equipment and gear.
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      Latest: F5 custom swimbait rods CorsoEnthusiast, Feb 1, 2023 at 8:41 AM
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    2. Kayaks & Float Tubes for Sale/Wanted/Trade

      Buy and sell kayaks, float tubes, and all associated accessories and equipment.
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      Latest: OldTown Sportsman PDL 120 $4,300 camobass, Feb 1, 2023 at 9:37 AM
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    3. Boats & Boat Accessories for Sale/Wanted/Trade

      Buy and sell boats, trailers, motors, and boating accessories.
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      Latest: Motorguide Xi5 24v Trolling Motor Coozy777, Jan 23, 2023
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    4. Miscellaneous for Sale/Wanted/Trade

      Buy and sell non-fishing or boating items.
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      Latest: Aussiedoodle Puppies Bassin_Rob, Jan 30, 2023 at 9:36 AM
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  8. Off-Topic Forums

    1. The Lounge

      Discussions not related to fishing.
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      Latest: Political memes Creek, Feb 1, 2023 at 10:53 AM
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    2. Hunting & Firearms

      To many outdoorsman, fishing and hunting go hand-in-hand. Talk about local hunting and guns.
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Beast of a kitty cat! fisheromen, Jan 24, 2023
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  9. Announcements, Support and Feedback

    If you have a question or comment about the forums, or even the main sdfish.com site, you're welcome to post them here. If you require more immediate assistance, use the contact link at the bottom of the page.
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