Monthly Archives: June 2011

coanglerRevolution

Co-Angler Revolution – Part 2

As promised in Part 1, here it is: “Co-Angler’s Bill of Rights” 1)  Boaters, show up on time – Don’t tell your co-angler to meet you an hour before you actually show up.  Sleep is a precious commodity the night … Continue reading

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coanglerRevolution

Co-Angler Revolution – Part 1

There are plenty of blogs and articles written on how co-anglers can be respectful to boaters. These are worth reading. However, the pro/co-angler relationship is not a one-way deal.  This isn’t King George and the 13 colonies. It’s time to … Continue reading

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gear

GearStrong | An Introduction

We bass fishermen love tackle reviews.  We eat ‘em up like candy!  It’s understandable. They help us feel more comfortable with our planned purchases. It’s nice to get a little affirmation and insight before handing over our hard-earned money to … Continue reading

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ThinkStrong | The “What If” Factor

Many times we end up investing time and energy into the unknown at the expense of abandoning what’s right in front of us.  I call it the “what if” factor.  Once it enters our mind, it’s hard to resist its … Continue reading

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ThinkStrong | An Introduction

FishStrong believes that harnessing the power of the mind is key to becoming a stronger angler. This is why we’re introducing a new ongoing series called ThinkStrong. Sometimes your own worst enemy is you… or rather that organ housed within your … Continue reading

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2011 All-Star Week – What’s Your Vote?

Most of you are aware of the new post-season format over at B.A.S.S.  They’re looking for input from you – the fans.  Just go to the vote.bassmaster.com between now and July 10, 2011 to cast your vote. You can vote for … Continue reading

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Aaron Richardson

FISH ON!

FishStrong fan Aaron Richardson, co-angler winner of the 2011 FLW Everstart Series on Lake Eufaula, wrote a nice short story that I wanted to share with fellow FishStrong readers.  I think it does a good job of capturing some of … Continue reading

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Bait bonding in progress

Getting Intimate with Your Lures

  Dean Rojas has his “Kermie”… Denny Brauer has his jigs… Tommy Biffle has his “Biffle Bugs”… … and KVD has his… well… just about everything. These guys have developed unshakeable relationships with these lures.  They are more than just experts … Continue reading

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There's no shortage of coconut water out there.

Coconut Water… What? Why? Where?

Many of you know by now that I strongly recommend coconut water in addition to regular water for those blazing hot summer days. Most fishermen have never even tried it, much less know where to find it or what brand to … Continue reading

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A Profile of Fishing with Integrity

At FishStrong, we believe in fishing with skill, brains, and integrity. It takes all three to make you a true champ. Integrity is a rare quality these days. Oddly enough, integrity is the most rare among those we’re supposed to … Continue reading

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