fire22driver Posted September 26, 2006 Posted September 26, 2006 Looking thourgh my Bass Pro Shops catalog and ran across an add for Bassmaster University. Just wondering has anyone ever gone to one of these, and was it worth it? Also, my catolog is for 2006 is there going to be a class for 07'? THANKS Y'ALL Quote
Lightninrod Posted September 26, 2006 Posted September 26, 2006 I went to two different ones a few years back. It was great to see and listen to the pros(especially Larry Nixon who I got to talk to and get my hat autographed 8-)) but it turns into a "you better buy these baits"......and I did :-/. Still, you can get some good tips and techniques out of it. Take a notebook and pen along with a camera . Dan Quote
Super User Sam Posted September 27, 2006 Super User Posted September 27, 2006 In a word...FANTASTIC. I have seen Ike, Houston, Brauer, VanDam, Nixon, Menendez, Zell Roland, Hank Parker...and the list goes on and on. The information is outstanding. I have missed two during the past seven years but plan to go to the next one in Virginia this January or February. The pros are funny and the information is priceless. So go. Learn. Get autographs and photos taken. Get the pros' latest publications and DVDs. Listen, take notes and learn. It is worth every penny. Quote
Triton9 Posted September 27, 2006 Posted September 27, 2006 ive been to 2, the pro s are funny and its cool to talk to them and get their autographs. Quote
Vorlin Posted September 27, 2006 Posted September 27, 2006 Sort of on-topic... dollar for dollar, this is the best info I've ever found. It's a collection of real tips, not ads for new stuff to buy, and they were collected from all over the world and then tested before being allowed in the book: http://www.amazon.com/Fishing-Tips-Tricks-Guide-Tested-Freshwater/dp/0865730334/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_a/104-5926543-8334308?ie=UTF8 Some really cool tricks on everything from preventing bird's nests to keeping minnows alive longer and from tips on fish by species to boat handling and even recipies. It's not Bassmaster-U but it's within reach of everyone and as close as the local book store. Scott / Vorlin Quote
vaparrothead Posted September 27, 2006 Posted September 27, 2006 I went two years ago to the one in Richmond. Very worthwhile, lots of good information. Quote
Super User .ghoti. Posted September 27, 2006 Super User Posted September 27, 2006 Went to my first, last year in St Louis. Jimmy Houston, Larry Nixon, Gary Klein, Randy Howell, Davy Hite and George Cochran. Very informative. Nice guys. I'll go again. Quote
reelnmn Posted September 27, 2006 Posted September 27, 2006 Triton9, were you at the one in Hampton earlier this year? Ike, Houston, VanDam, and others... You look familiar from the picture in the avatar. Quote
MuchyMan Posted September 27, 2006 Posted September 27, 2006 Sounds pretty cool ill have to look into that Quote
basspro48 Posted September 28, 2006 Posted September 28, 2006 hey reelnmn, yeah Triton9 was there and I was there with him, I was the freakishly tall kid sitting next to him Quote
Super User fourbizz Posted September 28, 2006 Super User Posted September 28, 2006 hey reelnmn, yeah Triton9 was there and I was there with him, I was the freakishly tall kid sitting next to him HA HA, That is how I always refer to myself! Quote
KansasBassin Posted September 29, 2006 Posted September 29, 2006 have been to three and they are worth the money you pick up a lot of good tips about line type, different tecniques, and the pros usually have some great stories you usually get free stuff also!!!!! take a camera for sure, you can get pics with the pros Quote
FatBoy Posted September 29, 2006 Posted September 29, 2006 Anybody have a link with current information and schedules? I googled it but came up with really old info and a lot of garbage. Quote
FlyRod Posted September 29, 2006 Posted September 29, 2006 I hear the fishing curriculum is pretty good. The football team, however, sux. F.Rod Sports Columnist and Opera Critic, The San Antonio Excuse4News. Quote
fire22driver Posted October 1, 2006 Author Posted October 1, 2006 Like FatBoy, I could not find any good info for upcoming classes, does anyone know of any links?? This sounds like it might be a fun way to spend a weekend. Quote
KYbass1276 Posted October 1, 2006 Posted October 1, 2006 I hear the fishing curriculum is pretty good. The football team, however, sux. F.Rod Sports Columnist and Opera Critic, The San Antonio Excuse4News. Thats funny FR ;D but I think all the sun out on the water is getting to you Quote
Dane Posted October 1, 2006 Posted October 1, 2006 Yeah, the football team is no good, But they sure are better than the cheerleaders! Quote
flyhatch Posted October 2, 2006 Posted October 2, 2006 i went last feb in pittsburgh it was a blast, these guys are so down to earth yah they are salesman too but but i enjoyed it nonetheless rich tauber was hilarious it really pumps you up to go fishing and learm more i think it was around 100 for 2 days and they give you some goodies eric Quote
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