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More Blogging!
Actually you may have noticed a slight decline in activity on this blog, partly because I have been commissioned to provide content for a new blog for VersusCountry.com. If you head on over to the Versus Country site, you will find a Bassin’ Insider Blog that I am writing for them. 
If you like what you find here, then I suggest checking it out, it is all original content and you will not find it here at the Bassin’ Blog. You will find less about my personal fishing endeavors at the Bassin’ Insider, but more about bass intensive fishing techniques, FLW Tour happenings, and general bass fishing topics. As of now, you will find 2 fresh entries every week on the Bassin’ Insider Blog, if things continue to go well, it could be more. There is already 3 weeks plus of content posted, so your first trip will be well worth it. Plus there are a lot of other cool fishing articles and videos from your favorite Versus Network fishing shows.
So if you have a thirst for more bass fishing info, please check it out when you have a chance. And if you like what you find, please share with your friends and fellow anglers!
See you on the water!
Rich
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Catch me on Outdoors this Week tomorrow!
I have been invited to join Rob Doherty on Outdoors this Week tomorrow at 7:30am Central time. You can listen live at http://usaradio.com/, under the show on Channel 3, click on Tune in Now.
The show starts at 7am, but my segment is between 7:30 & 8am. We will be talking about the SWL Recoil Rig, Fantasy Fishing and other bass fishing related topics.
RichLindgren.com
Bass Fishing Today
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2009 Skeeter SX190 / Yamaha 150HP
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For Bid: 2009 Skeeter SX190 / Yamaha 150HP
Current high bid $17,000 by SA on 03/11/08
BID HERE
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| The Minnesota B.A.S.S. Federation is selling a 2009 Skeeter SX190 dual or single console boat. This boat will be sold via a silent bid auction with a minimum accepted bid greater than $16,000. This package has a retail value of over $24,000+. Expected delivery is the last two weeks of April. – BID HERE |
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| Length on Trailer (w/Swing-away tongue) | 20′ 8″ | Deck: | LAZER (RED) | |||
| Width on Trailer | 98″ | Deck Stripe: | BLACK GALAXY | |||
| Length Overall | 18’5″ | Deck Pin: | STERLING | |||
| Beam | 90″ | Shadow Pin: | N/A | |||
| Shaft Length | 20″ | Secondary Deck: | N/A | |||
| Height Overall on Trailer | 69″ | Console: | Optional | |||
| Interior Depth | 18″ | Carpet: | GUNMETAL | |||
| Draft | 12″ | |||||
| Dry Weight | 1,390 lbs | Hull: | LAZER (RED) | |||
| Max H.P. | 150 h.p. | Hull Stripe: | BLACK GALAXY | |||
| Hull Pin: | STERLING | |||||
| Double’s: | N/A | |||||
| Running Surface: | BLACK GEL | |||||
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Primary Uphol: | BLACK | |||
| Maximum Weight | 1,290 lbs | Insert Uphol: | PEWTER | |||
| Maximum Persons | 5/715 lbs | |||||
| Fuel Capacity | 36 gals. | |||||
*Actual boat up for bidding is a Yamaha 150HP carb*
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| Yamaha 150 HP (v150LTR carb) | Two Lowrance X50 MinnKota Edge 70 (24 volt) |
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ALABAMA’S LAY LAKE SELECED FOR 2010 BASSMASTER CLASSIC
LAY LAKE IN ALABAMA’S SHELBY COUNTY TAPPED AS FISHERY FOR 2010 BASSMASTER CLASSIC
BASS announced Tuesday that the 2010 Bassmaster Classic will return in February to Lay Lake in Shelby County, AL, site of three previous Classic competitions – 1996, 2002 and 2007.
Fifty-one Classic qualifiers will hit the Coosa River impoundment Feb. 19-21 for the 2010 Classic title. As previously announced, the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex in downtown Birmingham, AL, will be the site of the daily weigh-ins and accompanying 2010 Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo. This weekend BASS firmed up the location for the morning festivities at Beeswax Creek Boat Ramp, 537 Beeswax Park Road, near the town of Columbiana, AL.
“Shelby County is excited about the opportunity to showcase our natural resources and attract an international audience as we host our fourth Bassmaster Classic,” said Shelby County Manager Alex Dudchock. “Lay Lake continues to be a destination for anglers and water recreation enthusiasts, and Shelby County will continue to promote tourism through these types of events in our local, regional and state economy.”
Alabama is no stranger to the biggest event in the sport. The state has hosted 10 Classic events, including three contested on Lay Lake. The most recent, in 2007, is famous for being the first to be won by a home-state pro: Bassmaster Elite Series pro Boyd Duckett of Demopolis. He laid to rest the myth of “home-state jinx” when he won with 48 pounds, 10 ounces of Lay Lakebass.
Duckett bested fellow Elite pro Skeet Reese of Auburn, CA, by just 6 ounces.
Reese, who landed his first Classic title less than a month ago at the Red River in Louisiana, said another Classic on Lay Lake could be his chance to extract about 6 ounces’ worth of revenge.
“Another Classic on Lay Lake is great news. I will get the opportunity to go back to Lay Lake and try to win. Finishing second to Boyd in 2007 was a little tough to swallow,” he said half-jokingly.
“I feel a Classic on Lay also will be an opportunity for me to repeat as champion, and I’m excited about going back there.”
With the defending champion’s automatic qualification for 2010, right now Reese is the only angler with a secured berth – the other 50 will qualify through various BASS tournament circuits.
“Birmingham is excited to host the 40th Bassmaster Classic and we anticipate another fantastic event,” said Mike Gunn, vice president, Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau. “This is our seventh time hosting this prestigious, major sporting event.”
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20% off all Swimbaits at Bass Tackle Depot!
20% off all Swimbaits at Bass Tackle Depot!
SIMPLY ADD SWIMBAITS TO YOUR CART TO SEE THE DISCOUNTS!!!
Offer good while supplies last (No rain checks or back orders).
Prices shown are in U.S. funds and are subject to change.
Some restrictions may apply
Elite Series Pro MENENDEZ SIGNS WITH RETROTEC
MENENDEZ SIGNS WITH RETROTEC
Retrotec Inc. is very excited about a new partnership with long time Elite Pro angler Mark Menendez.” We have followed Mark’s career. Mark has done things differently from other anglers as far as his ideas with saving weight on his boat. This saves wear and tear on not just his boat, but on his tow vehicle as well. This saves money for him and also saves energy for the planet. Mark has already found a way to save thousands of dollars every year on his approach of weight control and how his rigs are set up. We are very happy to join him in a new adventure this year. Marks new boat is carrying the Stay-N-Charge Systems. He won’t have to worry about his batteries not making it through a day on the water” said Jim Payne.
Stay-N-Charge products are designed to take power already generated from the tow vehicle
as well as the outboard motors to recover lost power in batteries. This process will keep batteries at a higher rate of charge with less heat build up. Stay-N-Charge allows the batteries take the power needed to recover faster without the need of power from the power grid.
“It is the system that is perfect for the angler needing an edge,” Menendez stated. “I run a Skeeter 20 I-Class bass boat. This boat rates for 250hp. This makes my third boat rigged with a Yamaha 225 HPDI. I have reduced the weight my boat carries to maximize performance. I have removed my heavy on board charger from my rig. My batteries are Optima Bluetop Marine Batteries (D34M) that weigh 43lbs each. This reduces approximately 190lbs from my boat. This boosts my top end performance by nearly 2 mph. The Stay-N-Charge All Charge system is continually passing power to all of my batteries as the outboard is running. I never have to worry about having enough power to troll. The Stay-N-Charge also charges my batteries from the alternator of my tow vehicle on my way home from the water. This allows my boat to utilize manufactured electricity that is lost in most cases. I do not have to pull power from the power grind on a regular basis like most anglers. The Stay-N-Charge is helping me to be ‘greener’ to the planet”, said Menendez.
An additional benefit to the weight reduction is that my tow vehicle does not have to haul the additional 190lbs across the country. This gives me better fuel economy for my vehicle. This all translates to more fishing and less costs”, claimed Menendez.
To find out more on the Stay-N-Charge System, visit Media Contact
Stay-N-Charge Systems www.stayncharge.com
Fishing Tackle Swap Meet – Feb 28th
Plan to attend the 1st annual Fishing Tackle Swap Meet presented by the MN National Guard and MFBA (a TBF affiliated organization) on Saturday, February 28th from 9 am to 6 pm at the St. Paul Armory at 600 Cedar St, St Paul, MN.
There will be booths by Bass, Walleye and Muskie Pros along with MN Tackle Manufacturers displaying and selling used, new, non-current stock and blow out specials.
Seminars will include:
10:00 am – Rick Pelletier, President MFBA
11:00 am – FLW Bass Angler of the Year David Dudley
1:00 pm – FLW Walleye Champion Tommy Skarlis
2:30 pm – Local Muskie Pro Travis Frank
Ranger and Stratos Boats on display, the MN National Guard wrapped Ranger boat and climbing rock, the MFBA Reel Kids Casting and other fun events for the whole family! – Admission is $3.00 with children under 12 free.
That’s right, free Fantasy Fishing scratch off tickets to the first 1,000 adults (18 or older) at the Fishing Tackle Swap Meet this Saturday at the National Guard Armory in St. Paul.
Prizes include free Players Advantage memberships, Fantasy Fishing t-shirts and up to $1,000 in cash!!!
Plus, there will be lots of guys selling all kinds of fishing stuff for great prices, kid’s casting event starting at 12:00, National Guard climbing wall and target shooting simulator, Ranger & Stratos boats on display, not to mention FLW Angler of the Year, David Dudley will be speaking immediately following the MFBA Informational Meeting which starts at 10:00.
Doors open at 9:00, so get there early to make sure you get your free scratch off ticket.
Here are a few specials the MFBA will have at Saturday’s Fishing Tackle Swap Meet:
Yamalube – $15 gallon / $50 case (4 gallons)
Castrol Oil – $10 gallon / $25 case (3 gallons)
MFBA T-shirts – $10
Cash or check only.
Hope to see everyone Saturday!!!
Best regards,
RichLindgren.com
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Bass Fishing Tackle Blog
Lowrance to Add Side-Viewing Sonar Option for HDS Models in 2009
 A sample image of an underwater channel as seen through Lowrance side-viewing sonar technology to be released in 2009. |
Proving, once again, that HDS (High Definition System) is the most versatile and expandable consumer marine electronics choice, Lowrance announces an exciting new sonar technology for release later this year.
In 2009, Lowrance will introduce a side-viewing sonar option, with wide-angle coverage to the sides of the boat and the best underwater field of vision ever achieved — an exclusive option for all HDS users.
Presenting a new dimension in bottom and structure viewing, Lowrance side-viewing technology, Structure Scan, delivers the same legendary total sonar performance that anglers have come to expect from Lowrance. Plus, it can be displayed in tandem with existing high-definition 2D sonar images — powered by the built-in HDS Broadband Sounder.
As a simple, cost-efficient add-on accessory module, the new sonar technology is easily networked using Lowrance ethernet connections – allowing anglers to enjoy this Lowrance sonar advantage on all HDS displays mounted on their boat. The side-viewing sonar technology can be added at any time after the HDS display is installed on a boat, and it will work with all HDS displays, including GPS chartplotter-only models.
Designed by the leader in recreational fishfinder innovations, the new Lowrance side-viewing sonar option for HDS is great news for serious and pro anglers, as well as those involved in underwater search and recovery, marine archeology and marine ecology sciences.
Further details on Lowrance side-viewing sonar technology will be released later this year. At this time, no additional information is available. For more information on Lowrance’s revolutionary HDS multi-function display systems, please contact Lowrance Sales Service at 1-800-324-0044.
This is truly some exciting news for dedicated Lowrance users not wanting to switch to Hummingbird just to get Side Imaging technology. Hopefully it is as good or better then what is out there. Sounds like you will be able to just add this feature on to any HD unit you have bought or will buy in the near future.
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RANDY HOWELL JOINS SECRET WEAPON TEAM
Brentwood, TN – Secret Weapon Lures, Inc. announced today the company has signed an endorsement deal with professional bass angler Randy Howell. Howell will help the company build upon its reputation as an innovator of premium, high performance fishing tackle for fresh and saltwater sportfishing.
Howell, of Springville, Alabama, ranked 8th in the Bassmaster Elite Series 2008 standings, will be a top contender again in 2009. Look for Howell at the Bassmaster Classic on the Red River near Shreveport, Louisiana in February 2009.
Howell, of Springville, Alabama, ranked 8th in the Bassmaster Elite Series 2008 standings, will be a top contender again in 2009. Look for Howell at the Bassmaster Classic on the Red River near Shreveport, Louisiana in February 2009.
“Randy Howell is an extremely gifted angler who shares our priorities of God, family and fishing. He has the necessary attitude, experience, and skill to win the Classic, and we believe that Secret Weapon’s Recoil Rig™ can help him attain that goal,” said Joe Haubenreich, president of Secret Weapon Lures, Inc.
“The Recoil Rig is the first thing to come along in quite some time that improves the way we can make fish bite,” said Howell. “It’s deadly on bedding fish!”
“I used to say the Recoil Rig is like putting a drop shot on steroids, but it’s more than that. It’s even more effective fished around docks, lay-downs, and cover,” said Howell. “One 
rod on the deck of my Triton is dedicated to the Recoil Rig at all times.”
“I use electronics to find heavy fish traffic areas – lanes where I can see fish funneling through. Usually we swim or hop our lures through there and hope fish are passing by just then, too. After casting a few times most anglers move on, leaving catchable fish behind. I can position a lure on a Recoil Rig right in their path and work it in place until the fish comes along.”
“It’s making me change the way I fish… but there are a lot of places on the Elite tour this year where fish are used to seeing conventional presentations. I can’t wait to put soft plastics on a Recoil Rig in front of them; it will make them bite.”
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About Secret Weapon Lures – Secret Weapon Lures manufactures premium, high-performance fishing tackle. Their lures, made in America’s heartland, were conceived on the clear rivers of Missouri and have been honed and field-tested, and daily prove their worth on lakes and rivers around the world. To learn more about Secret Weapon Lures, visit secretweaponlures.com or call toll free (U.S) 866-391-6108 or 615-469-5710.