Posts tagged Opinions
Help

Recently, the discussion concerning “help” in tournament competition has again bubbled to the surface and I’m not sure why. If you’re a conspiracy theorist, then perhaps this is part of the umbrella rig snowball that, in my opinion, has turned a large percentage of competitive anglers and their supporters into sniveling pantywaists.

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"Best of Show" Live Target - I Pity the Fool

Just when I thought the world couldn’t get any crazier, here comes the LiveTarget BaitBall. At first, I thought this was a carefully crafted ICAST hoax, something to brighten the spirits of those in Las Vegas. I mean, really, who could look at this “concept” lure, listen to the exaggerated claims and reach the conclusion that, yes, I will spend $16.99 on a clear plastic art project?

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P. S. I Love You

A few months ago, I embarked on something of a social experiment. I wondered what would happen if someone finally spoke candidly about the world of fishing. What would be the reaction to unvarnished opinions about the realities of bass fishing and the industry at large? Would those who place themselves in the public eye – in an industry that knows nothing of critical analysis – continue to do and say and promote outrageous things?

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