Goes to show there aren't enough rough fishing happening at Lake Fork. First tournament and several lake records broken!
Great catches!

Word is these days you can't catch at either, so they can be compared:) sorry I missed ya, buy I guessed I would:)))

I also think it can't be compared. As I have read only way of fishing fork by the bank is trespassing on the land they opened for you guys for this tournament. bingo

Not correct re the only way is by trespassing.

Congratulations on a great event,,,,always knew Fork might be "KILLER" this proved it !!!
Looks like RECORD BASS, and other RECORD SPECIES, can and do exist..
Hats off to all that were part of putting this together.

Dave, Tony, and all the guys at Wild Carp Co. ]WELL DONE

Next year, will be even better,,,for this one and the ATC,,,TEXAS is still the state


Huge Congratulations to the Winners,and everyone that registered ,,,takes courage to register for a new tourney, with outcomes that could be unknown,,,,so GREAT when it pays off !!!

The ATC will be the ATC, and this new event will continue to be great,,,this is TEXAS more than enough room for both events and organizations to have great success,,,yes they are different, but they both promote our beloved fish, and that's cool with me !!!
Congratulations again,,,,,well done !

Sitting here at Oak Ridge Marina and reflecting on the events that have unfolded over the last few days and I can honestly say I've seen something that was truly staggering. The number of personal bests, 3 lake records, seeing a team win the Big Four with their smallest fish being over 50 pounds, fish of 48 pounds not being counted because they were too small, a 58 and a 66 buff, mirrors, commons in the mid 30s, and a swarm of bass anglers wathing a slideshow of event pictures and asking where to buy carp gear... The list goes on.

AMAZING indeed Tony, couldn't be better for the sport,,,,wish there was a way to determine how many Bass Boats go up for sale, and how many rod pods get bought.....well done,,,,I know you put your heart into this one,,,,congratulations,,,,,
And let's not forget to thank JASON, the guy behind the scenes

New Yorkers Jason and Sean from Wild Carp Companies were the driving force behind this happening. David Smith and Karl Haymer made several flights in from California to provide logistical support. Lee Young flew in from Wisconsin to marshal and advise... All on their own dollar. We can all say Go Texas and all that but this was a NATIONAL effort.

That is what it takes to make thing happen. Strong support and a huge team effort. We need to work together to better our awareness of the fish and make bigger tournaments happen in the future. Texas is a special state and was well represented at both events. I had a blast talking with Paul and Jacob in Austin and glad to see them do well after their struggles getting here to catch fish. Huge congrats to all winners of both events.

There has been a bunch of buzz around the lake regarding this event.

A lot of people didn't know people even fished for carp/buffalo. Gotta say, looked fun!

I don't think people realize how staggering this result is in terms of smallmouth buffalo fishing is perceived, not just here but around the world.

A bit sleep deprived here (13 hours in the last 5 days) but I also wanted to add that this event would not have taken place if it had not been for the amazing support of the communities of Lake Fork, the SRA, the Lake Fork Sportsman's Association, Barry and everyone at Oak Ridge Marina, Mr Cotton, and the sponsors, all of whom are very focused on the sport of bass angling and this very famous bass lake. They all helped WCC, USCARPPRO, and LFSA host a buffalo and carp event that has exceeded all our expectations and got the carp/rough fish world buzzing, not just in the USA but across the pond as well.

We were welcomed with open arms and their support was outstanding. The anglers were even treated to sub sandwich meals and breakfast burritos, delivered to their swims, by the LFSA marshals and support team!

And to the anglers involved who traveled thousands of miles from California, Illinois, New York, The Carolinas, Tennessee, Indiana and elsewhere, and locally from Texas... they made this event something special. We had great feedback and I think nearly all of them have already stated they'd be back for next year's event.

Thank you to everyone who contributed. It truly was a privilege to be there. We're already setting out dates and can't wait to do it all again, bigger, better and with even more support.

Tony

There was some talk about the entrance fee being too high earlier in the tourneys making; however if the fish haven't convinced anyone to do this tourney than the hospitality should!

Waking up and receiving a massive homemade breakfast burrito for free and brought to my bivvy was a first for me, as was the large lunch that was also brought to our swim. We received complimentary 5 gallon buckets stuffed to the brim with info, freebies, food, and care packages. At the awards ceremony free beer, pulled pork sandwiches, and cobbler. All and all, with a $200 entry fee you are really only paying about $100 of it, and I'm not speculating I did the math.

The layout of this tourney is nearly flawless, you are well away from your nearest team, yet close enough to come over and have a laugh or a few hundred (Austin & Amadeo.) I'd normally say I'm not a tournament guy and I'll still say this, but this would be the exception, it was superfluous that is all!