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Kayak Fishing => Events => Topic started by: Captain Redbeard on May 22, 2018, 02:21:59 PM

Title: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Captain Redbeard on May 22, 2018, 02:21:59 PM
Well now that we're half way through the year I figured it made sense to start the official AOTY thread...  ;D Seriously, though, sorry for the delay. Here is the thread that is already going on the subject: http://www.northwestkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=20127.0 (http://www.northwestkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=20127.0)

If you are new to AOTY please read through the 2016 and 2017 threads:

NWKA Angler of the Year (AOTY) 2018

GRAND PRIZE:
$500 Gift Certificate
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Next Adventure (http://nextadventure.net/)
   

Sponsors
(will be updated throughout the year)

HUGE shoutout to Nobaddays and jed for helping secure some of these sponsors!

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Outdoorplay (https://www.outdoorplay.com/)

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NEMRods Custom Rods (https://www.facebook.com/fishNEMRods/)
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Stillwater Fly Shop (http://stillwaterflyshop.com/)

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Skwoosh Seat Pads (http://www.skwoosh.com/)

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Ice Mule Coolers (https://icemulecoolers.com/)

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Hoo-rag Bandanas (https://www.hoorag.com/)
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Lancer Jigs (http://www.lancerjigs.com/)

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Lucid Fishing (http://www.lucidfishing.com/)

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Big Hammer Swimbaits (http://www.swimbait.com/)
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Stealth Rod Holders (http://www.stealthrodholders.com/)




Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Captain Redbeard on May 24, 2018, 10:58:00 AM
Skwoosh stepped up big and is delivering 6 seat pads and 1 "Big Catch Fishing Seat" ($130 at Austin Kayak)!

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http://www.skwoosh.com/ (http://www.skwoosh.com/)

I know a couple of NWKA members who use Skwoosh products to help stay on the water longer. By providing more cushioned support, Skwoosh seats can lessen numb-butt and lower back pain.

I seriously want to win the Big Catch seat to put on my Tarpon!
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Captain Redbeard on May 24, 2018, 02:01:05 PM
UPDATE:

Got confirmation that the grand prize will be a $500 gift cert to Next Adventure!

Thank you to CJ and Next Adventure for making this happen, and as always thank you for your support of HOW.
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Captain Redbeard on September 10, 2018, 11:27:14 AM
I approved a few fish today and we have a new leader on the board - check it out!

Also Nobaddays helped get Outdoorplay on as a sponsor and they have delivered.

We have drybags with fun stuff inside for several of the top positions including gift certificates for Outdoorplay.com (https://www.outdoorplay.com/)!

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I just bought a kayak from Outdoorplay and their service was excellent. Many of you are familiar with Kayak Shed in Hood River (RIP) who was a long-time sponsor of this and other events. My understanding is that John from Kayak Shed has joined forces with Outdoorplay and they'll have a physical retail store in Hood River soon in addition to the online store and warehouse. I'm looking forward to see where this goes from here.

Here's me enjoying my new boat - 2018 Revo 13:
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Casey on September 10, 2018, 04:20:50 PM
It is a tight race and is getting really interesting. If only I could talk the boss into laying me off from now through November
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Captain Redbeard on September 21, 2018, 08:35:01 AM

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BIG HAMMER SWIMBAITS (http://www.swimbait.com/)


Big Hammer came through BIG again this year - check these out.

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I can't wait to try the new segmented swim baits. Smallmouth fishing is one of my favorite ways to get out and have fun and these type of baits are one of my favorites for the rivers. Given the success I've had with Big Hammer baits in the ocean I am looking forward to trying these in my smallmouth waters and seeing what comes up.

A fellow AOTY angler mentioned to me recently that he never really had much luck with Big Hammers in the ocean. If you feel the same way, PM me and I'm happy to explain how I use them. They're not the answer every day but they are in my "top 3" rotation every time I'm on the salt.

FISH ON! There's over 3 months left still...
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Captain Redbeard on December 26, 2018, 09:13:46 AM
Just a reminder to get your fish in! 2019 starts soon...  ;D
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: yaktastic on December 26, 2018, 08:26:08 PM
Those new swimbaits would be killee for dragging and hopping walleyes.
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Captain Redbeard on January 08, 2019, 10:42:30 AM
We'll be shutting 2018 officially down on the 14th (per the rules, you have 2 weeks to enter fish).

Looks like I'm regaining my title of 9th place  ;D Love the competition - can't believe some of the fish that got put up this year. I'd have to give my "WOW FISH" award to that incredible walleye of JimBob45's - good luck beating that!
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Jimbob45 on January 14, 2019, 02:33:43 PM
Quote from: Captain Redbeard on January 08, 2019, 10:42:30 AM
We'll be shutting 2018 officially down on the 14th (per the rules, you have 2 weeks to enter fish).

Looks like I'm regaining my title of 9th place  ;D Love the competition - can't believe some of the fish that got put up this year. I'd have to give my "WOW FISH" award to that incredible walleye of JimBob45's - good luck beating that!

There are lots and lots of bigger ones :)  we just got to catch them!  I think someone will eventually beat that fish for sure.  Thank you tho Captain Redbeard! 
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: ballardbrad on January 15, 2019, 09:00:09 AM
Quote from: Jimbob45 on January 14, 2019, 02:33:43 PM
Quote from: Captain Redbeard on January 08, 2019, 10:42:30 AM
We'll be shutting 2018 officially down on the 14th (per the rules, you have 2 weeks to enter fish).

Looks like I'm regaining my title of 9th place  ;D Love the competition - can't believe some of the fish that got put up this year. I'd have to give my "WOW FISH" award to that incredible walleye of JimBob45's - good luck beating that!

There are lots and lots of bigger ones :)  we just got to catch them!  I think someone will eventually beat that fish for sure.  Thank you tho Captain Redbeard! 

I want a recount if Jim wins. :)
Title: Re: Angler of the Year 2018 (AOTY) - Official
Post by: Jimbob45 on January 15, 2019, 06:52:15 PM
Quote from: ballardbrad on January 15, 2019, 09:00:09 AM
Quote from: Jimbob45 on January 14, 2019, 02:33:43 PM
Quote from: Captain Redbeard on January 08, 2019, 10:42:30 AM
We'll be shutting 2018 officially down on the 14th (per the rules, you have 2 weeks to enter fish).

Looks like I'm regaining my title of 9th place  ;D Love the competition - can't believe some of the fish that got put up this year. I'd have to give my "WOW FISH" award to that incredible walleye of JimBob45's - good luck beating that!

There are lots and lots of bigger ones :)  we just got to catch them!  I think someone will eventually beat that fish for sure.  Thank you tho Captain Redbeard! 

I want a recount if Jim wins. :)

lol ...