NoBassPro Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 Just wondered how many of you fish tournaments. Out of those that do, what do you feel the pros and cons are? Quote
zip pow Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 There are more good things about tourneys than bad the only negative is carrying. Co anglers to your honey holes I know that sounds greedy but if you have a spot that's paying off you fish with a co angler in that place the next tourney . him an one of his buddies will be parked there all day Quote
NoBassPro Posted October 13, 2011 Author Posted October 13, 2011 Thanks. I've always thought about entering a local tourney but just never have. Between work and family its hard for me to commit to more than one or two, let alone get in some prefishing and take it serious. But it does sound fun, so kinda wondered what others experiences were. Quote
HEEF Posted October 13, 2011 Posted October 13, 2011 I've fished the college FLW tournaments, and had a BLAST! I mean there isn't an experience like it. I just think its a ton of fun being able to go out and fish, let alone possibly winning money for it. I mean sure you are gonna spend some money doing it, but you would spend it anyways, why not put it into fishing. I kinda agree with Zip Pow, people do find your spots which sucks, but hey thats fishing. You can't keep a secret fishing spot quiet for very long anyways, someone is bound to find it. Quote
Super User slonezp Posted October 14, 2011 Super User Posted October 14, 2011 Been fishing buddy tournaments with my son for 6 or 7 years. He enjoys the competition. I enjoy spending time with him. We both like the money. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted October 14, 2011 Super User Posted October 14, 2011 Tournaments are a great learning opportunity, yet they can be very humbling. The scale does not lie! Quote
Super User BrianinMD Posted October 14, 2011 Super User Posted October 14, 2011 I have learned more in the last two years since I started tournament fishing than I would have thought possible. The key is just finding a good club. Quote
Gotfishyfingers? Posted October 19, 2011 Posted October 19, 2011 I started fishing tournaments this past year. Both local and nationally. The experience was awesome. I Can't wait til next years trails. There are some many out there I'm sure you can find something to fit your schedule. What state do you live in? Quote
NoBassPro Posted October 19, 2011 Author Posted October 19, 2011 I live in Michigan, there's no lack of smaller tournaments and clubs around here. I've just never been able to talk myself into entering one. Quote
Super User Grey Wolf Posted October 19, 2011 Super User Posted October 19, 2011 Lack of self-confidence holds many people back. Take the bull by the horns and do your thing. Quote
psuangler91 Posted November 30, 2011 Posted November 30, 2011 I fished my first tournament this fall and I plan on fishing as many as possible next season. There's nothing like it, I didn't think fishing could be any more fun but when there's money on the line it makes it so much more exciting. It's tough cause I don't have my own boat but I'm hoping to fish some BFL's as a co angler. Quote
lynyrdsky1 Posted November 30, 2011 Posted November 30, 2011 There are more good things about tourneys than bad the only negative is carrying. Co anglers to your honey holes I know that sounds greedy but if you have a spot that's paying off you fish with a co angler in that place the next tourney . him an one of his buddies will be parked there all day I am a co-angler and there is a code I fish by. I do not fish anyones spot that I have fished with before unless I get there complete expressed permission to do so. Cause I do not want to tick someone off to the point where they will not let me fish with them in the future. Quote
JIGFISHERMAN. Posted November 30, 2011 Posted November 30, 2011 Keep in mind here by me, there are LOTS of little lakes. Biggest within an 1-1/2 drive is 2000 acres, with nearly all being 1000 or below, and most being below 600 acres. I've changed my perspective a bit since living sort of on a lake that used to have tons of tournaments. For one it jams up the public access site, making it nearly impossible for others not fishing the tournament to get on the lake. On some lakes we are talking not just fishing, but recreational boating as well. All this=complaints Property damage.....One tournament had guys parking in grassy areas on an approach road, as well as in a farmers field. An extreme amount of increased fishing pressure. Not just from the tournament itself, but from guys trying to "learn the lake". An 800 acre lake should not, and IMO can not handle 70+ tournaments per summer. Quote
"BRB" Posted November 30, 2011 Posted November 30, 2011 I have fish a few open tournament, but I'm looking forward to trying to fish the BFL as a co-angler. Can't wait!!!! Quote
zip pow Posted November 30, 2011 Posted November 30, 2011 I am a co-angler and there is a code I fish by. I do not fish anyones spot that I have fished with before unless I get there complete expressed permission to do so. Cause I do not want to tick someone off to the point where they will not let me fish with them in the future. I'm glad there are some fishermen that are still like you are as far as I'm concerned you can fish out of the back of my boat any time Quote
skeetercraig Posted December 10, 2011 Posted December 10, 2011 i fish some tournaments on the days you dont finish in the top 3 are dissapointing but if i caught alot of fish and they just arent heavy enough i still consider it a good outting now when i dont catch crap and guys are weighting in 15 to 19 pound bags then it can become frustrating Quote
chris090981 Posted December 11, 2011 Posted December 11, 2011 If you dream of fishing the classic oneday fish em if not then don't Quote
NoBassPro Posted December 11, 2011 Author Posted December 11, 2011 No Classic dreams here, just was thinking it might be interesting to fish a couple local tournaments. Quote
ChiCityBasser Posted December 12, 2011 Posted December 12, 2011 I haven't fished any tourneys yet but plan on trying to fish as a co-angler in the BFL,ABA and a couple of local area tourneys next year. I've joined a couple of clubs and plan to start in those tourneys and see what happens. Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted December 12, 2011 Super User Posted December 12, 2011 I don't fish tournaments and have no interest in doing so, but for the ones that do, go4it and I wish you well. I'm looking at it this way for me, I fish for relaxation and don't need competition. I'm not sure how much money these local tournaments pay for winning, but the cost of a boat, many rod and reel combos, lots of tackle, entrance fee, gas, etc, it's a loser as an investment for me. That said if enough money were on the line, I'd have no fear in participating. I have caught my share of great fish, it's not in my makeup to hoard spots, I like to see the person I'm with catch great fish too. So if I were fishing with someone that didn't feel as I did, that's a deal breaker and it wouldn't be much fun.........I probably will never fish one. Quote
JIGFISHERMAN. Posted December 12, 2011 Posted December 12, 2011 If you dream of fishing the classic oneday fish em if not then don't That mentality is a sure fire way to make it no fun to fish with certain individuals, or even clubs. Lets face it. Even guys that are REALLY good, aren't going to EVER even come close to fishing the classic. And guy's who think they are the next KVD, aren't fun to fish with or against. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted December 12, 2011 Super User Posted December 12, 2011 If you dream of fishing the classic oneday fish em if not then don't Utter nonsense. It's like saying don't play softball if you aren't the next Pujols. Tournaments are a great way to learn new skills and hone the ones you already posess. 1 Quote
NoBassPro Posted December 12, 2011 Author Posted December 12, 2011 Tournaments are a great way to learn new skills and hone the ones you already posess. This and a little bit of fun are all I am really looking for. I'd prefer to avoid them if they are full of pro hopefuls tbh. The main things I've heard is they are a good learning experience, can be quite humbling, and it may take a try or two to find a club that fits. In regards to SirSnooks comment, I would view this as an entertainment expense, and would not be looking for an ROI. I have a boat and purchase tackle anyway. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted December 12, 2011 Super User Posted December 12, 2011 Here's some reports from my perspective. Maybe that'll give you something to chew on: Boater: Non/Co: Do a search for "Flower City" in the My Trips forum, and you can find a bunch more from me. Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted December 13, 2011 Super User Posted December 13, 2011 In regards to SirSnooks comment, I would view this as an entertainment expense, and would not be looking for an ROI. I have a boat and purchase tackle anyway. My point is for me only. I think tournaments are just fine, just not for me. It looks more like work than fun and for me work means a return on my investment and time. I competed in the business world, now my fishing is strictly for R&R. If I can fish at my leisure, come and go as I please, catch quality fish, I'm more than content with that. I'm not in the least bit negative on tournaments, I just don't want to do it. Quote
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