Big Bass Hunter Test

I place new line on my reels for each trip

I color or smear different colors on my line by using a Sharpie or Marks-A-Lot pens

I wet my line each time I tie a knot

I have my reels checked and have them overhauled at least once a year

I oil my reels every three months

I have reviewed my fishin’ strategy at least two days before my trip

I have checked weather.com for a detailed forecast for the area I will be fishin’ in

I have studied and reviewed topo or satellite maps of the lake

I am prepared for changing weather

I have different strategies available in case my main plan does not work

When I shop at my favorite tackle store, I stay in the salt water section

My polarized glasses are clean and ready

I have a certified scale with me when I fish

I have a six foot long tape measure with me when I fish

I have the Bassin’s BBWC Tape measure with me when I fish

I have a camera that is simple for me or anyone else to operate

I have a back up instamatic camera for a "just in case"

I have all my Trophy Certification forms in a notebook so I can certify on the spot

My notebook has additional paper, pens, important phone numbers & is waterproof

I have a working cell phone that is protected from moisture or condensation

I have all my main tools, lures, hooks, pens in a Tupperware container

I have "stealthasized" my boat with extra padding & soundproofing

My boat is full of gas, oil and the batteries are charged

The tire pressure of my tires is within the recommended range

I have reviewed my fishin’ plans with a friend or have asked at the WorldRecordBass.Com message board

I have read and studied Bill Murphy's "In Pursuit Of Giant Bass" book

I have reviewed and studied Bob Crupi’s "Bodacious Bass" video

I have read and studied Bart Crabb’s "The Quest For The Worlds Record" book

I attend each WorldRecordBass.Com Trophy Talk Teleclass

I attend each BIG BASS seminar that I can

I read and study all the articles I can find on BIG BASS hunting

I am a regular visitor to WorldRecordBass.Com and their message board

I have read and studied all the articles found on WorldRecordBass.Com

I am a regular visitor to TrophyBassOnly.Com and their message board

I have read and studied all the articles found at TrophyBassOnly.Com

I fully understand that BIG BASS have an affinity for deep water

I am a member of the Big Bass Record Club

I am a member of the I.G.F.A.

I am a member of Bassin’s Big Bass World Championship

I am not afraid to ask questions or seek out help

Bill Murphys’ book is on my night stand

I take Bill Murphys’ book with me fishin’ in case I get stuck and need some ideas

I have the monthly schedule of WorldRecordBass.Com teleclasses in plain view

I am open and available to new ideas and concepts

I will be flexible with all information and will use what fits me the best

I know that having pre conceived notions will hinder my ability to learn

I respect that others may choose to fish differently than me

I glean additional information from Bass Fishing Home Page, ProBass.com, BassResources.com, BigFishTackle.com, OklahomaBassFishing.com, FishingNotebook.com, AllAngler.Com, KicknBass.Com and E-BassAngler.Com

I seek out true BIG BASS Hunters and establish relationships with them

I understand the book that I don’t read, the video I don’t watch won’t help me in my quest for a Trophy Size Bass

I wake up with a good attitude

Before my departure, I make sure to be calm and get into BIG BASS ZONE.

While traveling to the lake I utilize silent time to get mentally prepared.

I eat and take only energy providing foods when huntin’ for BIG BASS.

I drink only bottled water when huntin’ for BIG BASS.

I place myself on a point system. I reward myself points for doing things that will move me closer to my goal of bangin’ a big bass.

I understand that I become the average sum of the five people that I fish with.

I do not get in a rush and I watch the adrenaline pushes.

I am enthusiastic about my fishin’ goals.

My goals are written and shared with my "fishin" accountability team.

I load my truck and boat the day before I go, freeing me to think about other things.

I get the best sleep possible the night before my hunt.

I look forward to my fishin’ experience with anticipation.

I am on a fishin’ career path that I know will be rewarding.

I will not let what others have to say influence my decisions on how I fish.

I know that Big Bass Hunting may require me to hunt alone.

I stay within the boundaries of I.G.F.A. certification process.

I always provide accurate measurements and weights.

When I take my BIG BASS photos, I hold my fish close to my chest.

Flopper is my favorite fishin’ mascot.

I participate in the discussion during the Trophy Talk Teleclasses.

If I don’t want to divulge information, I say that. I don’t lie or tell a story.

I hunt BIG BASS at night under the cover of darkness.

I hunt during the winter when their defensive systems will be at their weakest.

My life is in balance and in order allowing me to have more positive energy.

I always fish in front of a front.

I hunt on 3 day waxing up or three days down the waning side of the moon phase.

My rods are always a seven foot flippin stick or bigger.

I use the best available line for my conditions.

I use a heavy duty reel that can handle a ten pound plus bass.

I understand the "affinity" that BIG BASS have for deep water.

I use my electronics to assist me in locating BIG BASS.

I understand stealth principles and apply them.

I never use my big engine until its time to place the boat on the trailer.

I always disconnect my trolling motor when not in use.

When I set up on a spot, I turn everything off.

I wind drift into a location that allows me to cast to my target areas.

When everyone else is fishing shallow, I will go deep.

I double anchor my boat.

I have dyed my anchor ropes different colors every three feet.

I am always thinking what a BIG BASS might be doing when I am on the hunt.

I will search out and find small impoundment's that have the key ingredients to producing a BIG BASS.

I am prepared to side scan sonar my spots.

I use live bait when it is the best available choice.

I fish from the shore when I can cast to deep water.

I use 12 inch or longer worms.

I "stitch" on a regular basis.

During summer, I use lead core or stainless steel line to troll with.

I am comfortable throwing a big swim bait

I can cast just as effectively from my left side as well as I can from my right side.

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