Fished my first national level kayak tournament on Champlain weekend before last. It was a really dope experience. A larger field than I’ve been up against with some of the best competition around. Managed a 95th out of 158. Happy with that. One thing I did learn personally is how deadly FFS can be. I’ve used it on others peoples boats, but in your own hands In your control it was a different ball game. I caught my limit of 5 and all of them but one I caught using the tech. Whether it was seeing them or targeting submerged cover I benefited from it. Practice was horrendous days prior & this my first time with it on the kayak. All in all I’m really proud of myself getting out there and conquering some fears and accomplishing some growth.

You have to do this to move forward!

We’re doing a live class tonight! This one we’re going to talk about how we collect and use information for tournaments.

https://sufschool.com/programs/liveworthitjul28

It’s freaking hot on the Butler Chain in Orlando. Was able to draw some out from under the docks first thing this morning as I threw SMH as a tester to feel the bottom contour and whammo. Not a huge catch but nothing wrong with a 2.5lb. Dammit, I can’t get the Purple Rain earworm out of my head all Summer!

New boat! 2025 Avid Vertex 20 with a 175 SHO. Spot lock, live scope, etc.

Well my boats been in the shop getting some new things installed and making sure my motor has a good check up , and making sure everything is good for my trip to Texas. it’s a 17 hr Drive. Kinda a little nervous, I’ve never towed a boat that far before. Iwas able to get out on Sunday for some very good Therapy. I caught about 5 and lost one at the boat. I caught this one on a jig.

I’m making out the schedule for the live classes today. I’m planning to get a couple special guests in this month.

🚨What’s some topics you’d like to discuss?

⭐️ list them below and I’ll try to find some contacts to deliver.

I catch most of my fish in the mid heat of the day.. during these times when it’s hot and water temps get extreme I find most of the fish stick tight to cover and shade.. 90% of my fish are coming on finesse tactics.. low and slow is the key for me lately.. hope this helps others ..

Finished today at 101.50 not a terrible day.. had 2 large fish get off today should of been closer to 105-110 but hey we got all month for that …

Managed a little fishing therapy today, caught this little guy and a couple trash fish.