Art Simms Bass Fishing
- Art Simms
- I started bass fishing after watching all of the fishing shows on tv. A few years later I thought I was pretty good, until I entered a few tournaments. I quickly realized that I wasn't as good as I thought and was only donating my money. In 1997 I joined the Viking Bassmasters of the Minnesota Bass Federation to hone my skills with some guys more experienced than me. Since that time I have learned a lot and had some major success. I have been Viking Bassmasters Club Champion three times and won sixteen club tournaments. I was the Fishers of Men Minnesota East division champion in 2006, along with a few money tournament wins and numerous top tens.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Kistler build your own rod!
Kistler Rods new build your own Z-bone rod program is up and running. I ordered mine a few days ago and it was very simple. Just go to www.kistlerrods.com and click on build your own rod, from there you will be guided step by step through the building process. Choose your rod length, handle length, action, grip, etc. You will also be given choices like standard or split grip handle or the LE handle which includes a balancing kit, standard guides or Micro guides, standard or spiral guide wrap, and even thread color. Give it a try and own a truly one of a kind Kistler rod.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
FLW Red River cancellation
Seems to be quite a debate stirring about whether FLW Outdoors should have cancelled the Red River tournament this week. A large contingent of FLW Pros approached tournament officials before the pre-tournament meeting and voiced their opinions over safety concerns, prompting FLW to cancel the event.
Rivers can be dangerous and accidents can happen under good conditions. Reports are that the river is high, current is fast and the water temp is cold, add in some unusually cold air temps, floating debris, underwater obstructions and over one hundred 70 mph bass boats and you have an accident waiting to happen.
These same conditions also make for some incredibly tough fishing. FLW anglers have been reporting on Facebook all week that fishing is bad with very few bites, some stating they had not had a bite all week. Of course there were some anglers who were against the cancellation because they had fish going or were confident enough in their abilities that they could earn a check, some just wanted to fish because that's what they do.
Safety should always come first, not only for the anglers but also for the co-anglers who are at the mercy of their Pro partner for the day. I do believe though that FLW should have a contingency plan in place for occasions like this. Last year BASS made a last minute change to a different venue for the WBT Championship after they deemed conditions dangerous on the Red River, proving it can be done. These anglers have too much time and money invested to just toss the tournament out leaving no way to recoup their losses.
In my opinion, FLW made the right decision based on angler safety. I do have to wonder though, had those anglers not approached tournament officials with their concerns, would the tournament still have been cancelled? Also, if those same anglers were catching fish, would the prevailing conditions have been an issue?
Rivers can be dangerous and accidents can happen under good conditions. Reports are that the river is high, current is fast and the water temp is cold, add in some unusually cold air temps, floating debris, underwater obstructions and over one hundred 70 mph bass boats and you have an accident waiting to happen.
These same conditions also make for some incredibly tough fishing. FLW anglers have been reporting on Facebook all week that fishing is bad with very few bites, some stating they had not had a bite all week. Of course there were some anglers who were against the cancellation because they had fish going or were confident enough in their abilities that they could earn a check, some just wanted to fish because that's what they do.
Safety should always come first, not only for the anglers but also for the co-anglers who are at the mercy of their Pro partner for the day. I do believe though that FLW should have a contingency plan in place for occasions like this. Last year BASS made a last minute change to a different venue for the WBT Championship after they deemed conditions dangerous on the Red River, proving it can be done. These anglers have too much time and money invested to just toss the tournament out leaving no way to recoup their losses.
In my opinion, FLW made the right decision based on angler safety. I do have to wonder though, had those anglers not approached tournament officials with their concerns, would the tournament still have been cancelled? Also, if those same anglers were catching fish, would the prevailing conditions have been an issue?
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
2010 Bassmaster Classic
Here are my picks to win the 2010 Bassmaster Classic, held on Alabama's Lay Lake February 19-21.
1. Tommy Biffle - One of my all time heroes, lives or dies with the flippin stick. On somewhat of a hot streak finishing 2nd & 3rd in the two Elite post-season tournaments. He will find fish in skinny water that other anglers miss. A gut feeling.
2. Gerald Swindle - Has turned things around and fished well all year. Fishing what could be considered his home lake, he's looking for revenge after his DQ at the last Lay Lake Classic. His first Bassmaster win could very well be this years Classic.
3. Gary Klein - Always the sentimental favorite. Fishing his 28th Classic, Gary wants the Classic title bad, the only thing missing from his already impressive resume.
Of course there is also KVD and Skeet Reese, but it goes without saying they are a threat anytime, anywhere.
1. Tommy Biffle - One of my all time heroes, lives or dies with the flippin stick. On somewhat of a hot streak finishing 2nd & 3rd in the two Elite post-season tournaments. He will find fish in skinny water that other anglers miss. A gut feeling.
2. Gerald Swindle - Has turned things around and fished well all year. Fishing what could be considered his home lake, he's looking for revenge after his DQ at the last Lay Lake Classic. His first Bassmaster win could very well be this years Classic.
3. Gary Klein - Always the sentimental favorite. Fishing his 28th Classic, Gary wants the Classic title bad, the only thing missing from his already impressive resume.
Of course there is also KVD and Skeet Reese, but it goes without saying they are a threat anytime, anywhere.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Sport shows
The 2010 Sportshow season is right around the corner. Time to stock up on FlaMinn Lures Spinnerbaits & Jigs. Look for the FlaMinn Lures booth at the following shows. I will be working some days at the MPLS, St. Paul and St. Cloud shows, stop by and say hello.
Minnesota Sportsmens Show
Jan 13 - 17
St. Paul Rivercenter, St. Paul, MN.
St. Cloud Sportsmens Show
Feb 12 - 14
St. Cloud Civic Center, St. Cloud, MN.
Northwest Sports Show
March 24 - 28
Minneapolis Convention Center, MPLS. MN.
Sporting Collectible Show
April 17 - 18
Perham Area Community Center, Perham MN.
Polk County Sportsmens Show
April 24 - 25
Polk County fairgrounds, St. Croix Falls WI.
FlaMinn Lures will also be at various other sportshows in the upper midwest, check their website for more information. http://www.flaminnlures.com/
Minnesota Sportsmens Show
Jan 13 - 17
St. Paul Rivercenter, St. Paul, MN.
St. Cloud Sportsmens Show
Feb 12 - 14
St. Cloud Civic Center, St. Cloud, MN.
Northwest Sports Show
March 24 - 28
Minneapolis Convention Center, MPLS. MN.
Sporting Collectible Show
April 17 - 18
Perham Area Community Center, Perham MN.
Polk County Sportsmens Show
April 24 - 25
Polk County fairgrounds, St. Croix Falls WI.
FlaMinn Lures will also be at various other sportshows in the upper midwest, check their website for more information. http://www.flaminnlures.com/
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
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