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Location: NW burbs of Chicago | So...
Andrew has convinced me to fish in some tournaments with him this summer/fall, and I don't want to embarrass myself by not catching fish (I'd say I wanted to impress the hell out of him by correctly choosing lures, etc., but obviously, he reads the board). So, any tips on what I should focus on in order to catch more fish than him, er, I mean, help the team?
Thanks!
Crash Mc_G
Edited by Crash_McGolden 4/5/2005 9:18 PM
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Location: West Bend, WI | Anything he does do the opposite,then you will be heading in the right direction.  |
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| Yeah, I got some tips 1. make sure he charges the batteries 2. make sure he remembers the net 3. was mentioned in the previous post. |
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| Just fish better, convert more follows by zigging and zagging the lure back if you have a musky following. Also try speeding it up, or stopping it dead, whatever it takes to get the fish to strike before it gets too close to the boat. Then always figure 8, and cast right back at it if it doesn't hit. Also remember pink lures catch fish, so don't be afraid to toss Barbie Baits!  |
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| Hi Crash,
Throw lures you have the most confidence in using. But the most important thing is to have a good time. Your fishing man and isn't that what its all about.
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Location: Washington, PA | Check to be sure the batteries are securely connected. Check to make sure there is gas in the boat, especially if you are planning on trolling. When pulling into a gas station, be sure he doesn't run the boat into anything. YOU bring the net, he won't, even if he has one, then get's another one lended to him. Don't let him use your frank rod, he'll break it. I'm sure I'll think of a few more pointers as the day goes by. |
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Location: Washington, PA | Keep an eye on your rad dogs, he likes to throw them overboard. Remind him you are fishing a tournament, and the fish are usually in the water, not on the rocks he likes to beat with weagles.
Since you are a friend, I could send you a pre release copy of the "how to" mojo dance video. It may just put fish in the boat for you.
Edited by tomyv 4/6/2005 9:08 AM
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Location: Pelican Lake/Three Lakes Chain | One of the things I like to do in tournaments as much as possible is use high percentage baits. Bucktails, tail rotating topwater, and twitchbaits are my tournament standbys. If I find a fish that wants to eat, I want the best hooking bait on I can find. Leave the gliders alone unless you absolutely need to throw them.
Tournament fishing does not differ much from any other day on the water, except for the fact you are rewarded for successes that particular day. The best advice for any type of fishing is to throw good baits over good spots. You will get bit eventually. |
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Location: Barrington, Il | Don't get too caught up in the competition. Putting too much emphasis on winning will ruin your day if not your enthusiasm for fishing. Just have FUN!
And don't drink too mush the night before. Hangovers and tournaments don't mix
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| I second the "No Drinking" rule night before a tourney. Time management on the water is another thing not to forget. |
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Tips for beginners?