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New Shooting Sports Website Pre-Launch
Dear Customers,
We have big news to share with you.
Sweeney's is pre-launching our Shooting Sports website with a wide selection and competitive prices on:
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Because we are still testing the website functionality, we are pre-launching the website ONLY to our customers through this newsletter. Please take a minute to visit the website and let us know what you think by replying to this email. To celebrate the pre-launch, all website purchases over $75 will get a bonus of 400 Loyalty Points, which equals to a $10 discount on your future in-store purchases. Please note, we are still working to bring the website inventory to fully comply with CA rules and regulations. All orders will be manually reviewed for CA compliance. Ammo orders will only be available for in-store pick up. You will enjoy no pickup/receiving fees on ammo purchased on gunshop.sweeneyssports.com Thank you for supporting us. We appreciate your business.
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Fishing Report
Austin Abernathy - CatchHappy.co Fishing Guide
We fished Lake Pyramid on Tuesday, this our story.
Have you been to the moon? Hypothetical question, of course. However, I feel like we came close this Tuesday. Pyramid Lake looked like the moon’s surface in its early terraforming stages. Incredible rock formations and cinder cones tower over a large blueish-green lake. It’s a very odd place that has a feel of age and sort of interstellar grandeur. There is not a tree in sight anywhere for miles. At least I couldn’t spot one with my binos. It is unlike any other body of water I’ve ever fished and yet you can drive for 45 minutes and drop a $100 on red in the Golden Nugget, Reno.
Apparently, according to Wikipedia, Pyramid Lake “is the biggest remnant of ancient Lake Lahontan, the colossal inland sea that once covered most of Nevada”. In a place like this, time slows down. Which is just fine for us fishermen. We thrive in slowing down and taking things in.
Our little group left Napa around 3:30am and we were on the water by 8:30am. The weather was supposed to be perfect, 6mph wind with overcast. But apparently, the “Moon” has a mind of its own and we were met with massive rollers and white caps. It was blowing, but we felt quite secure in Catch Happy HQ, the 20ft North River lunar rover we brought for the purpose.
We saw a number of boats scatter and fish in the general area of the ramp, on the west side We decided to follow suit. Why not? We were marking hundreds of large fish throughout the water column so the strategy seemed solid. After over an hour of jigging and whooshing out flys/streamers, courtesy of Mr. Kipsey’s fly-fishing addiction, we came up empty.
Austin then made a call to run straight across and fish the east wall. All other boats remained on the west side. The ride was quite bumpy and we got a face full of alkaline lake water that left a white residue on everything it touched. It wasn’t totally unpleasant, but it was quite cold and windy. Once we got across we explored the area and found ourselves a small bay hiding behind a towering cinder cone, away from the wind. This is where we spent most of our time.
After hours of hard work, the “Moon” finally relented and Austin hooked onto a large representative of the Lahontan cutthroat trout community. It wasn’t an easy fight as only barbless hooks are allowed on the lake. Total child-like jubilation followed the catch.
At this point, our spirits rose and we redoubled our efforts covering a lot of water on the east side. For that effort, I was rewarded with the honor of catching a decent-sized Tui chub, which is endangered and apparently a favorite menu item for the cutthroats. All fish was released unharmed. Later on, both Cole and Austin hooked into large fish but were outwitted in the end muttering adrenaline-induced curses. I never felt the tug, but the “Moon” was indifferent.
As far as tackle we used light rods, a 12lb floroclear line terminated with 1-2oz Pline laser minnows. We jigged them straight up and down at a 45-degree angle behind the boat and bounced the bottom in about 130 feet of water. Next time, Austin recommends bringing some 3oz jigs to try and get more straight up and down action when fishing the deeper water.
If you decide to make the drive, stop by Sweeny’s and talk to Austin or Alex. We got everything you need to give you a better chance on the water. Lakey Pyramid is one of those places that leave a lasting impression on you. It’s magnificent in it’s own right. However, putting a 20lbs cutthroat trout in your boat makes it absolutely epic.
Go get ‘em.
Napa River
The Napa River has been one of the best fishing stories around. Week after week our local fishery just keeps pumping out Stripers. This last week has been no different. Great action continues for good numbers of stripers, and there is an increase in better size fish. Trolling and casting Swimbaits, LV500's, broken backs, and Rattletraps has been the top producers. The bank anglers using live bait are catching some nice fish. While cut Anchovies, and Sardines produce numbers with a few keepers thrown in. Fish are really moving around, as we get reports of good numbers of stripers caught up in town and all the way down to the mouth of the river. There is sturgeon in the system as well, with most of the reports coming in from the south end of the river and in the bay. We are not getting a lot of Sturgeon reports but enough to mention here. We have Salmon Roe and frozen or cured shrimp in stock.
Learn to Catch Stripers - Kits are 20% OFF
If you want to learn how to catch Stripers or know someone who does, you can't really do better than our Striper fishing kits. We have 3 kit levels and all are on sale at 20% OFF. This will be the best deal of the year to snag a kit for yourself or as a gift for a loved one.
Click on the image below, review the details, pick your kit and choose "Pickup In Store" at the checkout. All Striper kit purchases include a set of free training videos.
Limited quantities.
Hunting/Outdoor
Chad is hunting this week and we look forward to his report next week.
We would like to give a shout out for our local Ducks Unlimited Chapter. They are holding their annual fundraiser dinner event on November 5th. Their dinner is always great time, and a great cause for waterfowl habitat and much more. Get all your info on the flyer below or call 707-337-4761 for more info. This dinner is usually a sale out, so don't wait get your tickets now, and we hope to see you there.
Deals of the Week
If you're looking for great deals on Sleeping Bags, Tents, and sleeping pads check out our clearance section. We have some items close to 65% off. The sleeping bags are $19.97 to $34.97, super low prices. There is also a few pairs of hunting and hiking boots left over at below cost prices to move.
We have a big Sale going on Simms discontinued waders and wading boots. Huge savings on a great product. Come down and check them out.
If you are part of the Sweeneys Catch Happy Loyalty club this week we have a great deal for you. Come down and mention this report and take 25% of any Beckman Net.
Gun Shop News
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Caliber / Brand/ Type Nontoxic
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6.5mm Barnes 120 gr TTSX BT yes
7mm Barnes 150 gr TTSX BT yes
.308 Barnes 150 gr TTSX BT yes
.308 Barnes 168 gr TTSX BT yes
7mm Barnes 140 gr TTSX BT yes
.270 Barnes 130 gr TTSX BT yes
7mm Hornady 150 gr cx yes
.17 cal Hornady 20 gr v-max no
.45 cal Hornady 325 gr FTX no
Nosler Armageddon 17 Rem 20gr HP
Winchester 350 Legend 145gr FMJ
Sellier & Bellot 7.62x39 124gr FMJ
Belom 7.62x39 123gr FMJ
Sellier & Bellot 30 Carbine 110gr FMJ
Hornady 218 Bee 45gr HP
Federal 7-30 Waters 120gr
Winchester 25-06 Rem 115gr
Winchester 284 Win 150gr
Winchester 7mm Mauser 145gr
Aguila 7.62x51 150gr FMJ BT
Winchester 7.62x51 149gr FMJ
Weatherby .270 WBY MAG 130gr
Hornady 6.8mm SPC 120 gr
TulAmmo 7.62x54 R 148gr FMJ
Sellier & Bellot 7.62x54 R 180gr FMJ
Sig Sauer 300 BLK 125 gr FMJ
Federal 300 BLK 150gr
Sellier & Bellot 5.56x45 55gr
Winchester 223 Remington 55gr FMJ
PPU 8mm Mauser 198gr FMJ
Sellier & Bellot 7.62x51 147gr FMJ
Federal 308 Win 150gr
PPU 7.62x51 145gr FMJ
Aguila 308 Win 150gr FMJ
Remington 223 Remington 55gr FMJ
Magtech 5.56x45 55gr FMJ
Hornady 450 Bushmaster 250gr FTX
CCI 22 WMR Shotshell
Winchester 32 S&W Black Powder Blank
CCI 44 SPL/MAG Shotshell
CORBON 38 Super 115gr JHP
CORBON 38 Super 125gr JHP
Winchester 9x23 Winchester 125gr HP
Sellier & Bellot 7.62x25 Tokarev 85gr
Buffalo Bore 38 Super +P 124gr
Speer 9mm +P 124gr HP
Federal 9mm 124gr HP
Barnes 9mm 115gr HP
Hornady Critical Defense Lite 9mm 100gr HP
Barnes 9mm +P 115gr HP
SinterFire 9mm 100gr HP
Sierra 9mm 124gr HP
Hornady 9mm +P 124gr HP
Blazer 9mm 115gr FMJ
Federal Syntech 115gr
Magtech 9mm 115gr FMJ
Sellier & Bellot 40 S&W 180gr FMJ
Magtech 40 S&W 180gr FMJ
Blazer 40 S&W 165gr FMJ
Hornady 40 S&W 180gr HP
Barnes 40 S&W 140gr HP
Hornady Critical Defense 40 S&W 165gr HP
Federal 40 S&W 165gr JHP
Barnes 380 80gr HP
Federal 45 ACP 230gr JHP
Hornady Critical Defense 45 ACP 185gr HP
Sig Sauer 45 ACP 230gr JHP
Sellier & Bellot 45 ACP 230gr FMJ
Winchester 45 ACP 230gr FMJ
FNH USA 5.7x28 40gr
Magtech 32 S&WL 98gr FMJ
Speer 357 Sig 125gr TMJ NOT 357 MAG
Sierra 380 90gr JHP
Ammo Incorporated 380 90gr JHP
Magtech 380 95gr FMJ
Aguila 380 95gr FMJ
Federal 380 95gr FMJ
Sellier & Bellot 380 92gr FMJ
Hornady 480 Ruger 325gr HP
Speer 480 Ruger 275gr HP
CCI 22 WMR 30gr HP
CCI 22 Long 29gr NOT 22 LONG RIFLE
Blazer 22 LR 38gr
Browning 22 LR 40gr
Buffalo Bore 38 Special 125gr JHP
Ammo Incorporated 38 Special 125gr JHP
Winchester 38 Special 130gr FMJ
HSM 38 Special 158gr
Ammo Incorporated 44 Mag 240gr JHP
Hornady 454 Casull 200gr HP
Hornady 17 Mach 2 17gr
Hornady Superformance 223 Rem 55gr CX YES
Hornady Superformance 5.56 NATO 55gr GMX Yes
Winchester 270 WSM 130gr Yes
Hornady Superformance 7mm-08 Rem 139gr CX Yes
Hornady Outfitter 270 Win 130gr CX Yes
Winchester 270 Win 130gr Yes
Hornady Outfitter 308 Win 165gr CX Yes
Winchester 300 WSM 150gr Yes
Sig Sauer 300 BLK 120gr Yes
Weatherby 300 WBY MAG 180gr TTSX Yes
Hornady Outfitter 7mm REM MAG 150gr CX Yes
Barnes Vor-Tx 308 Win 168gr TTSX BT Yes
Hornady Superformance 30-06 Sprg 165gr CX Yes
Hornady Outfitter 30-06 Sprg 180gr CX Yes
Winchester 30-06 Sprg 150gr Yes
Federal 30-06 Sprg 165gr Barnes TSX Yes
Hornady Superformance 6.5 Creed 120gr CX Yes
Remington 12GA 3IN 1⅛OZ 2Shot Yes
Winchester Blind Side 12GA 3IN 1⅜OZ 2Shot Yes
Winchester 6.8 Western 162gr Yes
Winchester 12GA 2¾IN 1OZ Sabot Slug Yes
Aguila 12GA 2¾IN 1⅜OZ 0B
Rio 12GA 2¾IN 1⅛OZ 6Shot Yes
Federal 12GA 2¾IN 1⅛OZ 7½Shot Yes
Hevi-Shot 12GA 3½IN 1¾OZ B Shot Yes
Fiocchi 12GA 8.6mm Buckshot
Winchester 10GA 3½IN 1⅝OZ BBB Shot Yes
Hevi-Shot 12GA 3½IN 1½OZ 3Shot Yes
Hevi-Shot Bismuth 12GA 2¾IN 1¼OZ 4Shot Yes
Winchester 12GA 3IN 1⅛OZ 2Shot Yes
Hevi-Shot 12GA 3IN 1¼OZ 4Shot Yes
Zuber 20GA 2¾IN 15/16OZ 7½Shot
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