Ratman's Tournament "No Pro's" explanation.

[Kirk]

I received a PM last night that asked about the "No Pro's allowed" rule. I am glad this question was asked because it gave the opportunity to think about it and define the rule.  </p>

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We (Ratman and Myself) consider a Professional Angler to be a full time touring pro that travels the country on the FLW, BassMasters or Similar Professional Fishing Circuit.  These Touring Pro's derive 100% of their income from Sponsorships, Endorsements, Advertisement or Tournament winnings.These Professional Anglers have a competitive advantage, specialized equipment and access to information not available to Amateur Anglers.</p>

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CBA members and other local Bass club members are more than welcome to fish our tournaments.  The 3 fish limit and the "No Pro's" rule is an attempt to keep the competition as level as possible.  It is our goal to hold a fair and competitive tournament series that promotes a strong sense of brotherhood amongst the participants. We want our anglers to look forward to this event on a weekly basis and not avoid it due to the competition level.  
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[AThornton]

Good post Kirk

 

[churly]

You described 2jigs in that first paragraph. He's gonna be pissed when he gets the bad news! LOL!

 

[Ram Jack Scott]

churly - 1/26/2009 10:54 AM

You described 2jigs in that first paragraph. He's gonna be pissed when he gets the bad news! LOL!

emoUpsmile emoUpsmile emoUpsmile


i would much rather fish against an FLW Pro passing through town with his competative advantage, specialized equipment and information not available to amature angelers( what ever that is) than one of the locals that have fished this lake for the last 20+ years.

 

[churly]

What about the guys that fish the lake every day of their life?...Scott?LOL!

 

[rsimms]

I hear that Kevin Vam Dam is heartbroken. emoPoke emoPoke (Sorry, it was just too easy.)

 

[Kirk]

rsimms - 1/26/2009 8:10 AM

I hear that Kevin Vam Dam is heartbroken. emoPoke emoPoke (Sorry, it was just too easy.)

I am gonna smack you. emoLaugh

 

[Kirk]

Bottom line is, when you promote an amateur tournament you have to have rules that exclude professional fisherman. SO....................make all the fun you want to.

 

[Kirk]

Alright.........who just sent me the joke email from Woo Daves?

 

[Kirk]

It was funny!

 

[ratman]

Don't worry buddie if it gets to hot for you I've got your back :bobber4:

 

[on fish]

I guess this includes anyone that fish Bfl,Bassmaster weekend series,stren series so on and so on huh. This happened several years ago some clubs in this area didnt want any guys too fish their deals because they fished jerry rhyne, bfl everstart(stren) and so on who were as deemed "proffessionals" or who were guides. so have your fun guys and fish against some of our locals who are far better than a whole lot of these "pros" and push away some guys who could probably help or bring something too the table. Have fun!!!!!!!!!!!!! emoScratch emoScratch emoScratch

 

[Kirk]

No just Touring Pros that derive 100% of their income from fishing.

 

[Bprice]

On Fish, this was in his original post... I know most guys in Stren aren't 100% Professional

"These Touring Pro's derive 100% of their income from Sponsorships, Endorsements, Advertisement or Tournament winnings.These Professional Anglers have a competitive advantage, specialized equipment and access to information not available to Amateur Anglers."

 

[ratman]

Thanks Bprice that is correct Pro Class is just like Kirk said if that is your primary income then you are consider a pro.This does not count if you have a regular job other than fishing how ever nice that would be.

 

[ratman]

Also any of the folks that fish the CBA,BFL or any other local club that would like to fish we would be glad to have ya'll as long as they don't get their income as mentioned above.Further more we would love for for them to come out and join us because thats where you meet great people and make new freinds after all thats what this tournament is all about anyway having fun

 

[Shark]

I'm a thinking...... Shark (me) is the only "true" Tenn amateur in here. emoPoke

I've only fished in a friends boat 1 time. We fished Parksville in his small 12 ft semi-v boat, half working 5 1/2 hp outboard and no trolling motor. And we got skunked. emoBooHoo

Other than that trip, fishing any water in the state of Tenn, has been from shore. lol emoBigsmile

In the past - I've seen local fisherman with vast knowledge of a home lake, that could mop up on the pros and other tournament anglers.

In all fairness... The opposite has happened too - The local favorite (pro or amateur) would get beat by outsiders. emoGeezer

 

[cutthroat]

I am just curious,I looked at your website and I think it looks great and you look like you have worked very hard to put this togeather so congratulations but I noticed you had a Prostaff.What is the Prostaff for?

 

[Guest]

Is it not a little hypocritical that you preach no pro's, then have a PRO STAFF bragging about someone who has won a lot of money? Just my two cents. I have another question. Why did we need another dogfight on Friday night? We have several, and they all seem to put on a good tournament...

Just my two cents worth...

 

[JDK]

Zenmaster - 2/3/2009 9:31 PM Is it not a little hypocritical that you preach no pro's, then have a PRO STAFF bragging about someone who has won a lot of money? Just my two cents. I have another question. Why did we need another dogfight on Friday night? We have several, and they all seem to put on a good tournament... Just my two cents worth...

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not to stir the pot but that is interesting..Will Bo just be helping run things or is he competing for the money?
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