BRP announced today the addition of former FLW Tour Angler of the Year (AOY) Bryan Thrift to Team Evinrude, the company’s elite professional fishing team.
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Dock Talk
Welcome to BassFan's Dock Talk section, where you will see brief, newsworthy items that for one reason or another can't be made into full-blown news articles. Despite the name, and in keeping with BassFan's editorial policy, every effort will be made to avoid publishing outright rumors.
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Thrift aligns with Evinrude
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
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Jones collects 9 grand in bonuses
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Alton Jones had barely settled into his seat in front of a microphone at a post-Bassmaster Classic press conference when officials presented him with ...
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KVD on a Mission
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Kevin VanDam has joined the pro staff at Mission Athletecare, the producer of athlete-engineered products designed to enhance performance. He'll help ...
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Lowrance joins MLF
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Major League Fishing (MLF) announced today that Lowrance has come onboard as a sponsor for 2012.
"Lowrance is a great name in the fishing industry," ...
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Three indicted in Tracker fraud case
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Boating industry news source Trade Only Today is reporting that three people – the owners of a trucking company and one of their employees – have been ...
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Tornado cancels TR EverStart (update)
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
The Table Rock Central EverStart, which was scheduled to begin Thursday, has been canceled due to a tornado that swept through Kimberling City, Mo. Tuesday ...
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More Classic final-day notes
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Kevin Wirth caught his best bag of the Bassmaster Classic on the final day and said he thinks he's at peace with his decision to leave the sport and focus ...
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Sebile, Fenwick cop F&S awards
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The Sebile D&S Crank and the Fenwick ...
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Phoenix boosts incentive program
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Phoenix Boats announced that it will upgrade its tournament incentive program for 2012.
"The First Flight program was very successful last year, ...
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PAA taking board nominations
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Nominations are now being accepted for positions on the Professional Anglers Association (PAA) Board of Directors. Nominees must be PAA Tour- or Legends-level ...
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Bohannan gets fish-attractor deal
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
FLW Tour pro Greg Bohannan has signed a sponsorship deal with Mossback, the producer of artifical fish attractors.
"The attractors are made out ...
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Tucker all Egged up
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Here's a picture of Bassmaster Elite Series angler J. Todd Tucker's 2012 rig, which features the Big Green Egg as his primary wrap sponsor (click the ...
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Third MLF webisode up and running
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Harsh morning weather and a courageous effort by a “one-armed angler” draw attention during the third webisode of Major League Fishing’s Challenge Cup, ...
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Legend intros military tribute boat
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Legend Boats recently announced the release of its Alpha Tactical model. Available in three sizes (from 19 to 21 feet), it's a limited-edition military ...
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Berkley trailer to Tenn.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The Berkley Experience Trailer is headed to the Bass Pro Shops store in Sevierville, Tenn. this Friday through Sunday (March 2-4). The 60-foot trailer ...
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B.A.S.S., BassGold form partnership
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
B.A.S.S. announced during the Bassmaster Classic that it's forged a partnership with BassGold.com to bring BassGold’s fishing pattern service to B.A.S.S. ...
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BU headed to NY
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The Bass University's next stop is this weekend (March 3-4) in Suffern, N.Y. The speaker lineup includes Ish Monroe, John Crews, Mike McClelland and Shaw ...
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Humminbird goes full-circle
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Humminbird launched an exclusive sonar accessory at the Bassmaster Classic that will give anglers detailed 360-degree views. The company's 360 Imaging ...
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Jewel picks up Browning
Friday, February 24, 2012
Jewel Bait Company announced that it's signed Arkansas Bassmaster Elite Series pro Stephen Browning to a sponsorship deal.
"I used to order jigs ...
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Classic: Berkley aids Wounded Warriors
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Berkley is recognizing the Wounded Warriors with a raffle for a Berkley pro jersey at the Berkley Booth (No. 114) during the Bassmaster Classic Expo in ...
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All-Star Week will be back
Thursday, February 23, 2012
B.A.S.S. announced today that Toyota Trucks All-Star Week will return for a second year in 2012. This year's edition will take place in Forsyth and Decatur, ...
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Classic: Carhartt signs with B.A.S.S.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Workwear manufacturer Carhartt has signed a multi-year sponsorship agreement with B.A.S.S., the organization announced today. Carhartt will be the official ...
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Classic: Boat launch order
Thursday, February 23, 2012Below is the launch order for day 1 of the Bassmaster Classic at the Red River. Keep in mind that with the anticipated crowded conditions in a limited ...
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MLF's Busch deal formalized
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Major League Fishing (MLF) has officially announced Busch Beer's ...
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Houston links with Hi-Seas
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Line manufacturer Hi-Seas announced that it's signed longtime pro and TV host Jimmy Houston to a sponsorship deal.
"Jimmy is one of the most accomplished ...
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Classic: Spectator etiquette
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
B.A.S.S. and the Red River Waterway Commission today issued the following guidelines for fans who plan to watch this week's Bassmaster Classic from the ...
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Fatheadz joins FLW
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
FLW announced today that Fatheadz Eyewear will join the sponsorship lineup for the 2012 season.
“The quality products that Fatheadz Eyewear manufactures ...
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Classic: T-shirts for charity
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Bassmaster Classic competitors Brent Chapman and Randy Howell are offering custom T-shirts this week, with all proceeds going to charity. Beginning next ...
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Clothing deal for Grigsby
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
FLW Tour pro Chad Grigsby has inked a sponsorship deal with Coolibar, a manufacturer of sun-protective clothing based in his home state of Minnesota.
“People ...
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Free Horton app
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Tim Horton recently announced the release of his new app on the Android Market.
"I asked Bigfishtools.com for something innovative and they flipped ...
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Clausen's Megabass deal expanded
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Cabela's backs Fed Nation
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
B.A.S.S. announced on Tuesday that Cabela’s has become the title sponsor of all seven B.A.S.S. LLC-owned events within the B.A.S.S. Federation Nation, ...
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Classic: Ike jazzes up the DT
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RBFF launches retro PSA
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) has launched a 1950s-style public service announcement to illustrate the importance of fishing licenses ...
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Fat Falcon sack detailed
Wednesday, February 22, 2012Heard about that 45 1/2-pound sack that renowned jig-maker Terry Oldham and partner Jamie Burton caught last month at Lake Falcon to win a Bass Champs ...
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Second MLF webisode available
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Early frustration followed by an entertaining comeback effort by Mike Iaconelli are among the highlights from the second webisode of Major League Fishing’s ...
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Classic: Anglers visit veterans
Monday, February 20, 2012
Fifteen Bassmaster Classic competitors joined forces to visit the Overton Brooks VA Medical Center in Shreveport, La. today.
“We owe so much to those ...
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Classic: Conservation summit scheduled
Monday, February 20, 2012
B.A.S.S. will renew an old tradition at this year’s Bassmaster Classic, when it plays host to a 2 ½-day Conservation Summit.
“This is something that ...
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FLW picks up Grime Boss
Monday, February 20, 2012
FLW announced today that it has added Grime Boss, a heavy-duty hand-cleaning wipe distributed by Nice-Pak Products, Inc., to its sponsorship lineup for ...
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Classic: Havoc Cast For Cash set
Monday, February 20, 2012
Berkley Havoc will give one fan attending ...
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Classic: Jerseys on the block
Monday, February 20, 2012
The 2nd annual Jerseys for St. Jude fundraising drive is auctioning off several jerseys during Bassmaster Classic week. The special auction runs through ...
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Heavy on the Pink
Monday, February 20, 2012
Here are photos of Kevin Short's pink-heavy 2012 boat and truck wraps highlighting Redneck Remedy, Jewel Bait Company and Bass Cat (click on them to see ...
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Classic: Pet store gig for Chapman
Monday, February 20, 2012
BassFan Big Stick Brent Chapman will be signing collector trading cards and handing out free Pegetables dog chew treats from 6 to 7 p.m. today at the ...
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Dynamic adds field guy
Monday, February 20, 2012
Dynamic Sponsorships, a marketing partner in the outdoor recreation industry for numerous companies including BoatUS Angler, Toyota Trucks and the Zebco ...
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Unparalleled lightness
Friday, February 17, 2012
The new Abu Garcia Revo MGX casting reel has taken the evolution of low-profile reels to a new level. With sideplates made of C6 carbon, which is lighter ...
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BU: one-day passes
Thursday, February 16, 2012
The Bass University has announced that one-day passes will be available for all remaining shows this year. The next stop is in Philadelphia this weekend.
The ...
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Lowen wrapped and ready
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Here are pictures of Bassmaster Elite Series angler Bill Lowen's wraps for the 2012 campaign. He also announced a free drawing for a Buck 110 Folding ...
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Writer Kramer to be honored
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Veteran Western bass writer George Kramer will be inducted into the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame on March 8 during a ceremony at the Fred Hall Outdoor ...
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Optima aligns with MLF
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Optima batteries today announced its sponsorship of Major League Fishing (MLF).
“We’re in the process of creating a Major League Fishing product that ...
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Berkley seminars at Classic Expo
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Clemons headed to deer magazine
Thursday, February 16, 2012
F+W Media announced today that it's hired veteran outdoor journalist Alan Clemons, most recently the head of communications for the Professional Anglers ...
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Evinrude promo launched
Thursday, February 16, 2012
BRP announced today a series of retail promotions with several leading boat manufacturers for its Evinrude E-TEC engine line-up. Consumers can take advantage ...
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Davis reunites with Lew's
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PF donates to youth programs
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Pure Fishing has made $1,500 donations to two of the coutnry's the top youth fishing programs – Friends of the Sportfishing Heritage (Project F.I.S.H) ...
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Shoe deal for Rose
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Arkansas FLW Tour pro Mark Rose has singed a deal with Indiana-based shoe-maker Zeko.
“I am just thankful that Zeko shoes has come out with a very ...
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Big Bite Lookback – Big 'O'
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
J. Todd Tucker was the 11th-place finisher at the recent Okeechobee FLW Tour Open – the first angler outside the Top-10 cut for the final day. He'd compiled ...
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New poll: Ex-champs' chances
Wednesday, February 15, 2012Kevin VanDam is the only angler in this year's Bassmaster Classic field who's won the title more than once. Now, let's assume for a minute (and this is ...
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Lake Austin is a hawg haven
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Five fish have thus far been entered into Texas' Toyota ShareLunker program for the 2011-2012 season, and Lake Austin has produced three of them.
Wesley ...
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Sunline Strong Performer – Big 'O'
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Arizona pro Brett Hite caught a meager 7 1/2 pounds on the first day of the recent Okeechobee FLW Tour Open and found himself mired in 118th place in ...
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Boat Number 58
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
(Editor's note: The following was submitted by BassFan Doug Ruby of Magnolia, Ark., who's partnered with his father to fish many tournaments in southern ...
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Hollowell goes Gold
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Here's a picture of the wrap that Indiana's Todd Hollowell will run during his rookie season on the FLW Tour. It features Indiana-based tomato-product ...
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Industry lauds dismissal of lead-ban petition
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
The American Sportfishing Association (ASA) commends Tuesday's decision by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson ...
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A new BassFan Crossword
Wednesday, February 15, 2012BassFans once again have a chance to test their knowledge by attempting to solve a fishing-themed crossword puzzle. This one is brought to you by the ...
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Rig shirts: pro and con
Tuesday, February 14, 2012No matter which side of the umbrella-rig debate you're on, you can now buy a T-shirt to express your sentiments. And better yet, a portion of the proceeds ...
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Middleton partners with HydroWave
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
HydroWave, a manufacturer of electronic fishing equipment that emits fish-feeding sounds underwater, has made a lot of noise since entering the sport ...
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Ashley added to Quantum staff
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Ike seeks guests for show
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Mike Iaconelli announced today that he's searching for guests for his Going Ike TV show.
Going Ike is a new travel-log, reality style show. Iaconelli ...
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Walker's new look
Monday, February 13, 2012
David Walker, a Bassmaster Elite Series pro from Tennessee, will be sporting a flashy look on his 2012 boat and truck wraps (click the photo for a larger ...
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FLW, Mars re-up
Monday, February 13, 2012
FLW announced today that it's renewed its deal with Mars Chocolate North America for the 2012 season. Jim Moynagh (M&Ms) and Chris Baumgardner (Snickers) ...
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New site for Lane
Monday, February 13, 2012
Alabama Bassmaster Elite Series pro Russ Lane has launched a new website. He promises to update it frequently with stuff that'll help visitors be more ...
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Missile rig hits the road
Monday, February 13, 2012
Here's a look at Virginia Bassmaster Elite Series pro John Crews' wraps for 2012, which highlight Missile Baits (the company he recently launched). You ...
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SpiderWire adds Shryock, Card
Monday, February 13, 2012
Bassmaster Elite Series rookies Fletcher Shryock and Brandon Card have been added to the SpiderWire ...
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Jerseys for St. Jude drive under way
Monday, February 13, 2012
The 2nd annual Jerseys for St. Jude fundraising drive to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is under way. It features a series of tournament ...
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Crankbait aids in sandbar escape
Monday, February 13, 2012
Veteran tournament angler Jerry Lee found himself in a bad spot on the second day of competition during the recent Bassmaster Central Open at Lake Lewisville ...
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Jacobs sues Genmar trustee
Monday, February 13, 2012
Boating industry news source Trade Only Today is reporting that Irwin Jacobs has filed a lawsuit against Genmar Holdings bankruptcy trustee Charles Ries, ...
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FNH acquires CastAway
Monday, February 13, 2012
FNH Outdoors announced recently that it's acquired CastAway Graphite Rods and has merged the company with its Fish-N-Hunt Pro Gear subsidiary.
“CastAway ...
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Berkley trailer: Baton Rouge
Monday, February 13, 2012
The Berkley Experience Trailer is headed to the Bass Pro Shops store in Baton Rouge, La. this Friday through Sunday (Feb. 17-19). The 60-foot trailer ...
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Chapman prevails in OT
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Kansas Elite Series pro Brent Chapman caught a 6-05 largemouth Sunday to defeat Arizona's Josh Bertrand in a 5-hour fish-off for the victory at the Lewisville ...
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Fish-off at stingy Lewisville
Saturday, February 11, 2012
The leader blanked and two challengers ended up in a tie for 1st place, forcing a fish-off at the Lewisville Bassmaster Central Open in Texas
Day-2 ...
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Hallman grabs Lewisville edge
Friday, February 10, 2012
Former Elite Series pro Bradley Hallman of Oklahoma took over the lead at the ultra-tough Lewisville Bassmaster Central Open in Texas. He caught a 15-08 ...
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Win a free MLF pass (update)
Friday, February 10, 2012
(Editor's note: Well, folks, that didn't take long. All 50 passes have been distributed and the contest is over. Thanks to all who played and we hope ...
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A big worm for big fish
Friday, February 10, 2012
Berkley has reintroduced the 12-inch PowerBait Power Worm, which is specifically designed to target big fish. It's ideal when used on either a Texas- ...
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Just two limits at Lewisville
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Oklahoman Brad Lankford caught an 18-01 limit – one of only two five-fish sacks brought to the scale – to grab the early lead at the Lewisville Bassmaster ...
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Abu adds Shryock, Horton
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MLF hooks Advantage
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Major League Fishing announced today that Illinois-based Advantage Bait Company has joined the organization's sponsor lineup.
“Major League Fishing ...
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Stone giving away Vicious shades
Wednesday, February 8, 2012Marty Stone is taking signups at his website for a free pair of Vicious sunglasses by Ono. To register for the drawing, which will take place at the end ...
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BPS: Incentives for collegians
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Bass Pro Shops has unveiled a program for anglers competing in the College B.A.S.S. Series,
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Berkley trailer to stop in Cullman
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
The Berkley Experience Trailer is headed to Van's Sporting Goods in Cullman, Ala. this Friday through Sunday (Feb. 10-12). The 60-foot trailer offers ...
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MLF: A-Rig dominates day 1
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Major League Fishing (MLF) revealed today that one angler caught nearly 60 pounds of bass on the first day of competition at the Challenge Cup using the ...
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Ike's company tabs sales guy
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Mike Iaconelli's company, Professional Edge Fishing, announced that it's hired Florida resident Eamon Bolten for a lead sales position. One of Bolten's ...
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Berkley picks up Elite rookie trio
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BU bound for MA
Monday, February 6, 2012
The Bass University will conduct its third stop of the 2012 season this weekend (Feb. 11-12) in Worcester, Mass. The presenters will be David Walker, ...
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3M back with FLW
Monday, February 6, 2012
FLW announced today that it's reached an agreement with 3M, extending their partnership for the 2012 campaign. Scotch Brand Tape pro Ray Scheide will ...
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Win Megabass stuff
Monday, February 6, 2012
Megabass has kicked off a gear giveaway in conjunction with the World Fishing Network that features a grand prize package including a rod, reel, four ...
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Combs' bright new look
Monday, February 6, 2012
Here's a photo of Bassmaster Elite Series angler Keith Combs' boat wrap for 2012. His title sponsor, Sun Tubular Services (a west Texas oilfield-service ...
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PAA registration starts
Monday, February 6, 2012
Priority registration for the pro division got under way today for the 2012 PAA Tournament Series, which features reduced entry fees and the addition ...
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Broaden your cranking scope
Friday, February 3, 2012
Crankbaits are often critical for locating fish, and Sebile offers two versions of its Crankster model to handle just about every type of cover situation. ...
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Layoffs at Tracker
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Logan's team to get new ballpark
Thursday, February 2, 2012
The worlds of competitive bass fishing and minor league baseball collided today with the groundbreaking for the new Regions Field in downtown Birmingham. ...
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B.A.S.S. offers 'Favorite Lake' sweepstakes
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Not everyone gets the opportunity to fish in America’s best bass lake on a guided trip, but one lucky person and a guest will have that chance in the ...
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Hall of Fame banquet tickets on sale
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
The Bass Fishing Hall of Fame announced that tickets for the 2012 induction ceremony, set for Feb. 24 at Sam's Town Resort and Casino in Shreveport, La., ...
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Berkley: Five for the Classic
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FLW, Goodwill extend
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
FLW announced today that it will continue its partnership with Goodwill Industries International for the 2012 season. Goodwill provides job training programs, ...
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BoatUS Collegiate sign-ups under way
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
The Association of Collegiate Anglers has opened registration for the 2012 BoatUS Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship, historically the nation's largest ...
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MLF's PPV plan revealed
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Major League Fishing announced today that its first event, the Challenge Cup, will be offered on a 7-week, Internet-based pay-per-view plan beginning ...
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Sunline adds Swindle
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
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