Texas fisherman Tommy Martin won the 1974 Bassmaster Classic, fishing a spinnerbait, and a crankbait. He was clocked at an amazing 12 cast per minute. Using a Ranger 51/2 ft pistol grip rod, and a red ABU 5000 reel, he kept this pace up for a solid 8 hrs. Casting this fast and accurately would be impossible, if not unheard of in bass fishing today. This was the Classic, the biggest event in pro fishing. When ask about his win, Tommy Martin replied that he thought he won by keeping his baits in the strike zone, in front of the fish, more than the other competitors. To cast this fast, you've got to be in complete, total control of your tackle. I could never cast this fast, accurately, even with a newer magnetic reel, and lighter graphite rod. Most of us would never need to cast this fast on an average fishing trip. But, it makes sense as to what he said. Keeping your bait in the strike zone, in front of the fish, will catch you more bass. And, Tommy Martin is one of the all time best! Hands down! Anyone agree? Any opinions on fast casting?
