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Suzuki adds 3 to Pro Staff #12581041 01/16/18 04:46 PM
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Suzuki adds 3 to Pro Fishing Team

Rojas is now with Blazer boats.

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(January 16, 2018 Brea, CA) Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. is proud to announce their roster of pro fishermen for the 2018 Bassmaster Elite Tournament Series. Suzuki is back in 2018, bigger and better than ever, said Gus Blakely, vice president of sales for Suzuki Marine. Were eager to see our guys compete on the Elite circuit all powered by Suzukis 250SS 4-stroke outboard.

Suzuki stalwarts Brandon Card, Chad Pipkens and Clifford Pirch, will welcome Elite veterans Dean Rojas, Gerald Spohrer and Adrian Avena to the team in 2018. Heres a brief introduction to each angler:

Adrian Avena

Adrian Avena moved up to the Bassmaster Elite Series after starting out on the FLW Tour and boasts career winnings approaching half a million dollars. Adrian grew up in New Jersey and counts the Chesapeake Bay as his home lake. Needless to say, hes comfortable on big water.

Ive been running a Bass Cat for the past few years and have heard nothing but good things about Suzuki, said Avena. Im stoked to get out on the water and show everybody just how good these Suzukis can run. Avena is 2- for-2 qualifying for the Bassmaster Elite AOY Championship and were looking forward to seeing him on the podium this year.

Brandon Card

Brandon joined the Elite Series right out of the University of Kentucky as the first Bassmaster College Series angler to qualify for the Elite Series. Hes fished the Classic twice so far has been in the money over 35 times. Card is also an inspiration to the upcoming crop of high school and college tournament anglers, holding his own Bass Open every year. This years event on Lake Norris in TN, gave out over $15,000 in cash and prizes to eager young anglers.

More importantly, it provided an opportunity for young anglers to showcase their talents and get valuable tournament experience. When I was starting out, Suzuki gave me a shot, said Card. Theyve been behind me ever since and I couldnt be prouder to see the team grow. Card will campaign his Bass Cat again in 2018.

Chad Pipkens

Chad Pipkens is another Young Gun that runs a Suzuki on his Bass Cat. Pipkens brings a solid Midwestern work ethic and strong positive outlook to every Elite tournament. He knows the joy of victory, winning on Lake St. Clair near his home in Michigan, and has been in the Top 20 15 times, Career earnings total more than $300,000.

We had a blast last year with Suzuki, said Pipkens. Never let me down, not once. With another year of experience under his belt, expect to see Chad fishing on more Saturdays and Sundays this year.

Clifford Pirch

Clifford hails from Payson, AZ and cut his teeth on Western bass fishing. In fact, Pirch is a three-time Western Outdoor News Bass Open champion, and has been in the money over 45 times on Bassmaster Elite Series tournament trail. Pirch has again qualified to fish in the Classic in 2018, his fifth appearance in the granddaddy of all pro angling tourneys.

Last year was my first year with Suzuki and I have to say, I was impressed, said Pirch. And thats not an easy thing to do, he added. We cant wait to see what Cliff will accomplish this season.

Dean Rojas

Suzuki welcomes veteran Arizona bass angler Dean Rojas to the team. Dean is a four-time winner on the Bassmaster Elite Series tour and has 47 career Top 10 finishes. In addition, Rojas still holds the all-time B.A.S.S. one day record catch of 45.2 pounds. With winnings totaling over $2 million dollars as a professional angler, Rojas brings a wealth of experience to the Suzuki team.

Im super-pumped to have a Suzuki on the transom of my new Blazer bass boat this year, said Rojas. Ive watched Suzuki come alive over the past couple seasons and couldnt be prouder to be on the team. Look for Dean to be in the spotlight in 2018, as he campaigns for the first time with Suzuki Power.

Gerald Spohrer

Next up is Gerald Spohrer, a US Navy vet from Gonzales, LA. After starting out on the FLW Tour, Gerald moved to the Elite series last year. He was the Bassmaster Central Open Angler of the Year in 2016 and broke into the Top 10 at last years Elite tournament on Lake St. Clair.

2018 holds a lot of promise for Spohrer. Having a new Suzuki on my Bass Cat will be a first for me, said Spohrer, but not a first for Bass Cat. I cant wait to get out on the water again and give er a go.

Suzuki offers four outboards in its 4-Stroke SS Series, giving pro and recreational tournament anglers access to the right power for their rig. From 115 to 250 horsepower, Suzukis big displacement blocks, offset driveshaft and advanced fuel injection deliver impressive holeshot and top-end speed, great fuel economy and most importantly, rock solid reliability, added Blakely. Every fisherman out there has a choice when it comes to power. With more top pro anglers now running Suzukis, the word is spreading that weve got something special going on.

Clifford Pirch will be fishing in this years GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented by Dicks Sporting Goods, so dont miss the weigh-ins to see how hes doing. Youll also have an opportunity to meet all of Suzukis pro anglers at this years 2018 Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo presented by Dicks Sporting Goods at the TD Convention Center in Greenville, SC. Be sure to stop by the Suzuki display to meet these anglers and take a closer look at the Suzuki SS Series outboards.

Suzuki offers a complete range of 4-stroke outboards from 2.5 to 350 horsepower. For more information, detailed specifications and on-the-water boat tests, please visit www.suzukimarine.com.


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Re: Suzuki adds 3 to Pro Staff [Re: Monty Wright] #12581044 01/16/18 04:47 PM
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Re: Suzuki adds 3 to Pro Staff [Re: senko9S] #12581082 01/16/18 05:11 PM
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Dean Rojas jumped from Skeeter? Thats interesting for sure... But to Blazer?


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Re: Suzuki adds 3 to Pro Staff [Re: Monty Wright] #12581125 01/16/18 05:25 PM
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Kermit better get a save phace mask

Re: Suzuki adds 3 to Pro Staff [Re: Monty Wright] #12583373 01/17/18 11:23 PM
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They are bullet proof in saltwater. I know a couple of guys who have been running them for years. Zero issues. Great gas mileage and super quiet.


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Re: Suzuki adds 3 to Pro Staff [Re: Monty Wright] #12588130 01/21/18 01:41 PM
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