I guys and gals, My name is Tony (alaskanhawg) and Im semi new to bass fishing and still learning. I served in the Military since I was 19 (2004) and got out at the end of 2015 due to injuries sustained during my service and now the VA says I am 100% Disabled. I have always loved fishing but never seemed to have the time for it but now that I am out of the military I am in full fish mode. In May 2016 I bought a 2011 Nitro Z6 and thought I would learn how to bass fish. Now I am addicted and it is costing a ton of money, LOL. I have outfitted my boat with the Helix 9 Gen 1 and Helix 7 G2N. I am looking forward to learning a lot here to help me in the Club Tournament scene. I am also looking forward to making my own Jigs and Rods. I look forward to being a part of this forum and the bass fishing community.