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Tips for a Co-Angler
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01/06/17 07:24 AM
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gut hooked
OP
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I am new to tournament fishing and will be fishing this year as a co-angler in several BASS federation tournaments.
I don't want to embarrass myself in the boat fishing with a person I don't know.
I am looking for any help with rules, written, and unwritten, for being a "good" Co-angler.
I am a competent, and on some days a good, fisherman. I know how to catch fish and am comfortable with multiple presentations.
Any help is appreciated.
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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#12023429
01/06/17 07:40 AM
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petro
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Just relax and fish the water in front of you the way you like to. Dont worry about what the guy up front is doing. Be respectful of his equipment and have fun. Keep it simple.
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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#12023440
01/06/17 09:25 AM
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gut hooked
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Excellent insight Petro. Thanks..... GH
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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01/06/17 12:44 PM
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Bass&More
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Bring your own Cheetos and red kool aid, also watch where you wipe your hands
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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01/06/17 01:04 PM
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BAGaBass
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Don't bring excessive amount of gear. Don't step on his seats. If you smoke and he doesn't, ask first. Johnny on the spot with the net every time he hooks up. Ask him first thing in the morning about his rules for the boat. If he is a talker,engage in conversation. If he doesn't talk much,shut up and fish. Enjoy.
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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01/06/17 01:53 PM
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SoCal Tom
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Talk to him about netting a fish. Make sure you know how HE wants it done and adjust if necessary. As stated before, be quick with the net when he is hooked up. Keep your gear organized and out of his way. Treat his boat better than if you owned it. Be fair on what you chip in for gas and expenses. Have fun! Being a co can be a great experience. Good luck!
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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#12023652
01/06/17 01:57 PM
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BigBassB
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Biggest advise I can give, would be to be respectful of the boaters equipment and water. Communication goes a long way. Don't assume anything, ask. Enjoy, and learn as much as you can.
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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01/06/17 02:01 PM
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coachmas
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Do a search on here. Several guys have asked similar question and have gotten good info. I have posted a few times about it and will see what I can find from previous posts. Have fun and be respectful of your boater.
Wishin I was Fishin!!!
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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#12023662
01/06/17 02:03 PM
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coachmas
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Here you go Coach Co-angler info
Last edited by coachmas; 01/06/17 02:06 PM.
Wishin I was Fishin!!!
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
[Re: BAGaBass]
#12023680
01/06/17 02:09 PM
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Fishingking
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Don't bring excessive amount of gear. Don't step on his seats. If you smoke and he doesn't, ask first. Johnny on the spot with the net every time he hooks up. Ask him first thing in the morning about his rules for the boat. If he is a talker,engage in conversation. If he doesn't talk much,shut up and fish. Enjoy. Plus don't ever drip dye on anything.
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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#12023771
01/06/17 02:46 PM
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EZ_Legend
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Good points on the netting, to me that is where I have had the most challenges with guys I fish with whether in my boat or theirs.
Some guys like to bring the fish to the net and some guys want you to get in there and scoop her up.
I'd say everything else is bases on respect and treat everything as if it were yours (and brand new).
2003 Legend LE21 Optimax 225
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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#12023783
01/06/17 02:52 PM
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BMCD
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All good advice, I think being a Co can be frustrating, and keep an open mind as to why your doing this as a co. But realize the boater has found these spots, and he should have first casts to many spots. I think brush pile fishing and parallel fishing are frustrating for Cos. But if the brush piles are productive you just learned something.
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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#12023802
01/06/17 02:59 PM
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GIG'EM AGGIES
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If you happen to ever draw Rick Clunn I can help you out, don't say $hit all day or cast past the drivers seat. Repercussions could be classified as a felony. Having said that, you can learn more in one day than you would in 5 years fishing by yourself.
I am a Senager. (Senior teenager) I have everything that I wanted as a teenager, only 50 years later. I get an allowance every month. I have PU truck and a bass boat, I am blessed. Conscience never acquits, it either accuses or excuses.
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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#12025647
01/07/17 09:43 AM
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gut hooked
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You guys are great. I truly apprestate the insight. This is what I love about this board. Thanks again.
GH
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Re: Tips for a Co-Angler
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#12026652
01/08/17 01:07 AM
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meP2too
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after pairings are made make sure you talk, hopefullly the boater will be honest abouts his patterns, so you can pack efficiently. Over the years i've had about 20 percent lie. so be ready for all types of fishing. offer him some money $40 to $60 buck to help offset his expenses. if you place in the money during the tournament give him some more, 10 percent of the check.
4 to 5 rods max, you should be able to fish different lures on each rod. fish "your" confidence baits.
bring your own drinks and food, live vest, rain gear, etc.
as others have said, respect his boat.
be able to cast from either side of the boat, in todays boats the co-angler constricted by seats and power poles, practice a quick roll cast or pitching method. never fish out the back of the boat unless it is stationary. NEVER cast in front of the boater, unless it is on the opposite side/ deeper side of the boat whle he is fishing down a weedline or bank, but ask first. if the boat is a clock, and your trolling, the boater should fish from 12 to 3, and you should fish from 3 to 5. if you can get in sync with his casting you might be able follow behind him at about 1 or 2.
you should never ask the boater to turn around to retrieve a snagged lure, be ready to break it off.
keep your gear organized, so when he says its time to move, you are picked up and ready to go before he sits down.
most of all have fun.
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