Been a few months since I’ve posted—life’s been busy. Got out to practice for the derby I run on my home pond at Lake Bowen and managed to stick a couple solid 3-pounders.
Tournament day rolls around and wouldn’t you know it… I got humbled and took home smallest fish of the derby with an 11-ouncer.
Funny how this sport we love can make you feel like a hero one day and keep you humble the next. That’s fishing. 🎣
Final product first try at Blueback Herring!! Really happy with how this one came out.
Working on Perch 2 a candy cane and a bunker next.
Hey SUF? You pull up to the pond and you see this much mud. Are you fishing or leaving? If you stay what are you throwing? Water temp probably in the mid 40s
And so it begins! Finally the ponds are full of fish again. After not even SEEING any fish for months it was great to see them. Got this little guy on the worlds best shakey head SMH!
And here is the latest jerkbait.
I’m registered for the SUF RETREAT are you? I’m pulling this rig down with me and bringing a old Army Buddy. I can’t wait.
After watching B’s video about red baits all I saw for a few days is red. Tried to use Kisrel UV Resin on these. It is definitely a learning process. Working on Perch 2 megabass 110 and a GP Pro Blue(ish) style IMA crankbaits. Those are in the helping hands getting ready for clear coat on one. Still a little work to finish the Perch. More soon.
Hi all! Don't forget the roundtable tonight. It's Cleveland Douglas first time hosting one. Join us at 7:30PM EST. as he recaps his most recent tournament. You can join by using the link below!
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87055145094?pwd=X0avMO1bkZq1KGyUMWAMbMvCy1QAnx.1
Tron Foster Memorial Tournament
https://app.fishingchaos.com/tournament/UhoVGoPkkqUjOJtHK8VR
March 14 - April 15, 2026 | US Public Waters
"The outdoors was Tron's sanctuary. He was a fisherman by instinct and a hunter by passion."
Honoring Tron Foster – an angler, and beloved Straight Up Fishing community member. This tournament celebrates Tron's legacy while supporting the Outdoor Dream Foundation, an organization he worked with that provides outdoor experiences people with life-threatening illnesses.
SHARE THIS GET AS MANY PEOPLE TO FISH AND RAISE SOME MONEY.
🎣 TOURNAMENT DETAILS
Dates: March 14 - April 15, 2026
Location: US Public Waters Only (Any State)
Species: Largemouth, Smallmouth, Spotted Bass
Format: 5-Fish Limit, Catch-Photo-Release
ENTRY FEES:
Adults (14+): $30
Kids (13 & under): $5
FUND SPLIT:
40% Prize Pool (per division)
60% Outdoor Dream Foundation
