Right after work today, I am heading up to Brainerd for the pairings meeting. I am a registered as a boater, but that does not mean I will not draw another boater. The draw really can effect ones strategy. My practice has not been nearly as good as it was 5 years ago when I took 2nd in this same tournament on Gull. At the same time I have had very good tournaments when I have not had good practices, so I feel like I have enough areas and experiences on Gull to do well if I fish well and a few things go my way.
My tentative plan is to run up to the north end of the main lake and fish a couple weedlines and flats to get my limit. Iwill probably try crankbaits and jig worms to start the day. I then will plan to hit deep areas and potentially docks on the way back down the lake, probably going with my Tru-Tungsten Jig to get better bites. The area I am planning to start on has potential to give up some 3lb fish, which will be key. If I can get one or two good bites there and then fill out my limit, I would feel confident about scratching a few more 2lb plus fish and culling later in the day on the jig.
I think it will take about 21lbs for two days to make the top 12 and about 26-28lbs to win. Hopefully I will get a chance to Blog about day 1 on Thursday night.
Rich
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