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S P E C I A L P R E V I E W I S S U E !e -Magazine 2017 Event

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2017 American Bass/Ranger Boats Northwest Team Classic

Who will win the 2017 American Bass/Ranger Boats Northwest Team Classic!

We Return To Tri-Cities!

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This is a two day Team Championship on Friday & Saturday, September 15th & 16th, 2017. All compet-ing anglers must qualify to be invited to this event. Qualifying is accomplished by competing through the 2017 American Bass season. This event has a $100 basic event fee that features a 100% payback. The winning team is awarded a Ranger/Mercury boat package. The winning team receives the amazing Ranger RT188 Aluminum rigged with a Mercury 115 outboard and Lowrance HDS7. PLUS...If the winning team is Ranger Cup qualified and is compliant at this event, they will receive an upgrade to the Ranger Z518 with a Mercury 150 Outboard and Lowrance HDS7! The 100% cash payback will be awarded to 2nd place through the position representing 20% of the field participants. There is a $35 event fee to cover Insurance/Lake Fees, etc. There will be a total of $300 in entry options available that feature a 100% payback. All op-tions also payback 100%, 1st place will recieve any option money earned. PLUS...There will be great prizes awarded. Every team that attends the awards ceremony will receive either cash awards or products from our sponsors. Everyone will win! The Tri-Cities event will have registration at Clover Island Inn with weigh-in at Clover Island and awards back at Clover Island Inn. Special room rates are available now! Please call ASAP and get your room reserved. Call Toll Free: (866) 586-0542

Congratulations if you are a qualifier. If you did not qualify in 2017, plan to compete and qualify in 2018!

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Daiwa Prizes to be Awarded at the Northwest Team Classic!American Bass Association is proud and excited to announce Daiwa Corps 2017 Championship Events Awards!Like you needed another reason to fish the richest championships in the west – Well Daiwa offers up a bunch More!

• DAIWA “Just Show Up and Fish J-Braid Bonus” That’s Right, show up with reels ready and receive 150 yard spools of Daiwa’s new J-Braid at registration. One spool per angler must be qualified and attend registration.

The awards below are per team prizes. Must be present at awards ceremony to re-ceive. You do not need to enter any options to win!

TOURNAMENT AWARDS:• Daiwa Championship Event Daily Big Bass – (1) Tatula Rod• Daiwa Championship Event Biggest Bass Overall – (1) Tutula (Type R) Reel• Daiwa Championship Event Daily Big Stringer – (2) Tatula Rods• Daiwa Championship Event Biggest Stringer – (2) Tatula Reels•Daiwa“ComeBackKids”–Highestfinishingtop10team,makingthebig-

gest move up from day 1! – (2) Tatula Rods•DaiwaHardLuckShouldhavestayinbedaward–Thetop10day1teamthatfellthemostpositionsonday2finishingthelowest.(2)TatulaRod/ReelCombos

• Daiwa Team Great Effort First out of the money - (2) Tatula Rods•DaiwaHighestFinishingAOYTeam–AwardedtothehighestfinishingAmericanBass2017AnglersoftheYearinattendanceattheawards(2)TatulaRod/ReelCombos.

•Therewillbeaspecialawardtoeachofthechampionshipeventqualified“youthanglers”(under18)atthedriversmeeting.Youthmustbepresentandenteredintheevent.

Plus… There will be several additional Daiwa prizes at the awards on the famous American Bass Prize table for team that finish out of the money!!!

The “Lower Entry” format for the American Bass Northwest Division introduced in 2015hasbeenagreatsuccess!Manyanglersappreciatedthemoreaffordableentryfees.ThepaybackswerealsoadjustedwithahigherpercentageoftheentryfeespaidbackateacheventandnomoneyheldforacashpaybackattheNorthwestTeamClas-sic.The$100basicentryfeeattheNorthwestTeamClassicwillbepaidback100%inthefollowingmanner.AmericanBasswillalsoofferOptionsforachanceatthousandsmorecashwinnings.AmericanBassoptionsalsofeaturea100%payback.

PaybackSchedule:The$100entryfeeispaidback100%ThenumbersyouseeonthispageDONOTincludetheoptionwinnings.Theoptionspayback100%butcannotbeaccuratelypredictedasitisthechoiceofeachteam.

Herearetwosamplepaybacksforthebasic$100entryfee.The$100entryfeewillbefeaturea100%paybacknomatterhowmanyteamscompete.Thetwoexamplesareifthereare50boatsor60boats:50Boats1 Ranger/Mercury/LowranceBoatPackage!2 $1,5003 $1,0004 $7005 $5006 $3507 $3008 $2509 $20010 $200Total=$5,000Thisis100%paybackofthe$100basicentryfee.This does not count option winnings!

Hereisasampleofthelowestpositiontoreceiveacheckbasedonthenumberofboatsinthisevent.Thissampleshowsiftherearebetween50and64boats.Thisisforplacemoney,Optionswillbepaidtotheteamthatwinstheoption,nomatterwhatplacetheyfinish.50-54boats=10thPlace55-59boats=11thPlace60-64boats=12thPlace

60Boats1 Ranger/Mercury/LowranceBoatPackage!2 $1,7003 $1,2004 $8505 $5506 $3507 $3008 $2509 $20010 $20011 $20012 $200Total=$6,000Thisis100%paybackofthe$100basicentryfee. This does not count option winnings!

PAYBACKS AT THE 2017 AMERICAN BASS/RANGER BOATS

NORTHWEST TEAM CLASSIC!


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Daiwa introduces new J-Braid™ line to complement their already popular Samurai™ braided line. J-Braid line™ is a complete line up of high quality 8 carrier braid made of the finest materials from Japan. The 8 strands of tightly woven fibers helps make it have a perfectly round profile. This results in a much stronger, softer and smoother line that is more sensitive and farther casting.

J-Braid™ comes in three colors Dark Green, Chartreuse and Multi-Color. Dark Green is more natural in situations where

you may want to tie your hook or lure directly onto your line without a leader. Chartreuse line is highly visible and this helps detect even the slightest line movement. Multi-color is for deep drop fishing. Color changes every 10 meters for easy depth indication, line movement and quick programing into Dendoh reel memory for maximum readout accuracy. Available in 165 yd., 330 yd. and 1650 yd. spools in a variety of line sizes.

Features:• Made in Japan• 8 strands of tightly woven fibers• Stronger, softer and smoother• Three colors (Dark Green, Chartreuse and Multi-color)

For Daiwa’s latest color catalog and/or information on Daiwa dealers in your area, call Daiwa’s Customer Service Department at 562-375-6800 or e-mail inquiries to: [email protected]. The URL for Daiwa’s web site is http://www.daiwa.com.

Watch this Randy Howell Video about the New J-Braid Line!!!

CONTEST BANNER REQUIREMENTEach boat that is used during this competition must display “CONTEST” on both sides

of the outboard. We strongly encourage each boat to use the neoprene contest banners that can be purchased at retail dealers in Washington.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR BOATING ON THE COLUMBIA RIVER!

ZEBRA MUSSEL FORMEach boater must complete the Zebra Mussel form. Please bring your boat, trailer, ve-hicle ID information to the tournament registration. You must complete this form prior

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There will also be a very limited number of Special Edition Event Jerseys for sale. The cost is $25ThursdaySeptember14th (Continued)

per jersey. There will be three of each size in M-XXL available at the event. These are also avail-able on a first come-first served basis.

Pleasetakeapicturewithyourphoneofyourtowvehiclelicenseplate,alongwithapictureofyourboatnumber.YoumayneedinformationfortheZebraMusselform.

5:00PM: BBQ Spokane Valley Marine will host a BBQ at Clover Island Inn at the swimming pool area. A big

thanks to Dan Conrath and Spokane Valley Marine for their generosity and hospitality!

7:00PM: MEETING Clover Island Inn Conference Room - Welcome & tournament briefing. At least one member from each team should attend the Pre-Tournament Meeting. This is a short

meeting to highlight the schedule of events for the competition, to welcome all the competitors, and to address any special information/rules pertaining to this event. You are responsible for any and all information that is discussed at this meeting.

FridaySeptember15th5:00AM: 1stDAYOFCOMPETITION Clover Island Marina (Host Marina, livewell inspection and blast off location) Teams may launch at any location and motor to Clover Island Marina. Any team that does not

complete livewell inspection each day will forfeit that days weight. All boats must display a contest banner. See page 11 of this issue for more information.

The National Anthem will play at Safe Light.

3:00PM: Weigh-in - Clover Island Marina

SaturdaySeptember16th5:00AM: 2ndDAYOFCOMPETITION Clover Island (Host Marina, livewell inspection and blast off location) The National Anthem will play at Safe Light.

3:00PM: Weigh-in - Clover Island Marina

5:00PM: AWARDSCEREMONY Awards will be held at Clover Island Inn approximately 60 minutes after the close of scales.

Schedule of Events2017 American Bass/Ranger Boats Northwest Team Classic

Registration/TournamentHeadquarters:Clover Island Inn 435 Clover Island Dr. Kennewick, WA 99336 (509) 586-0541

RoomReservations:Please let the reservation agent know that you are fishing the American Bass Tournament (509) 586-0541

Launch/Weigh-in/TournamentOperations:Clover Island Marina

WednesdaySeptember13th First day of official pre-tournament practice

There are no restrictions on pre-fishing prior to this day. Official pre-fish opens at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday. All Competitors are restricted to fish only with their 2017 season team partner that they qualified with, and will be competing with, for this event. No Guides may be used during the official Pre-tournament practice on Wednesday September 13th and Thursday September 14th. No “non-competitors” are allowed in competitors boats without prior approval by American Bass. This includes filming crew(s). The tournament director may grant permission for a child, wife or film crew to ride in the boat during the pre-fish days if it is approved prior to the first day of pre-fish. Call the American Bass office (714) 423-4532 if you would like approval. American Bass will evaluate the request and make a decision to allow or not allow. If any request is allowed the guest is not allowed to fish or contribute in any way to fishing activities. Competitors are allowed to fish alone, without their partner. Partners may pre-fish alone in two boats during the Official Pre-Fish. Teams must fish together in one boat during competition days.

Off-Limits Areas: • Closed waters for the tournament competition will be all buoyed areas; i.e. spillways, swimming areas, and inside

the host marina at Clover Island Marina. • Competition for the Northwest Classic will be restricted to waters of Lake Wallula, Lake Sacachawea, and the

Umatilla Pool. Planned Lock Times will be announced at the Thursday meeting. Lock Times ARE NOT guaran-teed. Each team is responsible to be at the check-in location at their designated time. Late arrival will result in disqualification for that day. Being late for one day is only a disqualification for that day, not the entire event.

ThursdaySeptember14th Second day of pre-tournament practice

The same Pre-fish restriction apply as on Wednesday. All fishing must cease, boats must be off the water or inside their launching marina by 4:00PM.

4:00-6:00PM:TOURNAMENTCHECK-IN/REGISTRATION Tournament registration will be at Clover Island Inn in the Conference room. Event Tee Shirts will be available at registration. The cost is $10 for one or $15 for two. These are

available on a first come-first served basis. Sizes M-XXL


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Mail-inEntryFormTri-Cities-September15th-16th,2017

DeadlineformailingentriesisSeptember8th,2017Please pre-register with at least the $135 entry/event fee to avoid $20 Late

Registration Fee Added to all entries at event that do not pre-register___________________________________________ ______________ Name (Boater) Member Number

___________________________________________ ______________ Name (Non-Boater) Member Number

Team #: ______________

Basic Entry: $100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 100.00Event Fees (mandatory): $35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 35.00 (Event fees include, Insurance, Conservation, etc.)

AMERICAN BASS OPTIONS(The first 4 options are paid for each individual day of competition. If

you select an option you are entered for both days.) Big Fish: $50 ($25 each day - Pays 3 Places). . . . . . . . . . $ _______Dr. Plots: $50 ($25 each day) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ _______Biggest Bass: $50 ($25 each day). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ _______Big Bucks: $50 ($25 each day - Pays 3 Places) . . . . . . . . $ _______

Super Big Bucks (2-Day Total): $100 ( - Pays 3 Places) . $ _______

Total: $ _______

Mail to: A.B.A. 12340 Seal Beach Blvd. Su B120, Seal Beach, CA 90740 $30 charge on all returned checks

If you have any questions please call American Bass at(360) 802-9543 or (714) 423-4532

A 5% convenience fee will be added to all credit card

transactions.

Enterbyphonewithyour credit card!

Please use this mail-in registration form to help speed up the tournament registration at the Team Classic or call to register by phone. • Please pay a minimum of the $135 mandatory fees by mail or phone. It is better to pay all

options in advance to save time at registration. (You can add options at the tournament registration.)• A $20 late registration fee will be added to all entries that do not pre-pay with at least the minimum

$135 ahead of time.• 5% phone/fax/convenience charge is applied to all phone and credit card entries. • Please fill out the Waiver and Member Information forms found on one of the following pages

(each partner) and bring it with you to the registration.

"ALL-IN"TOTAL=$435.00$455 for on-site registration w/o pre-registration

Emergencyphoneduringpre-fishandcompetition(360)802-9543

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Please pre-register with the minimum $135 fee. If possible please pre-register in full.

Checklist For Tri-Cities!q Confirmyourqualificationforthisevent.Youwillreceiveanemailverifyingthatyou

havequalified. Ifyoubelieve thatyouarequalifiedbutyouhavenot receivedanemailnotification,pleasecall(714)423-4532.Wemaynothaveyourcurrentemailonfile.Youmustfishaminimumof5eventsinasingleregionANDbeinthetop30intheoverall"yearend"pointsinthatregion.Or,youmusthaveaminimumof5eventsfortheseasonyearandbeinthetop50intheTraveler'sregion.AnglersthatarehavenotmetqualificationmayNOTcompeteinthisevent.Afinalcomputerdrivenscanreviewsallparticipantstoassurequalificationstatus.Thisprocesshasbeeninplaceformanyyears.Ifyournameisnotproperlydisplayedintheresults/standings,pleasecall(714)423-4532tocleanupyourmemberrecord.

q Pre-payentry/eventfeeof$135orincludeoptions(savestimeatregistration)bymailorphone.(Avoidthe$20lateregistrationfeeifyoudonotpre-payanything.)UsetheMail-inregistrationformonthenextpageorcall(714)423-4532.Checksandcreditcardsareacceptableforearlyentries.DeadlineformailingentriesisSeptember8th,2017.

Cash&CreditCardsonlyforregistrationpaymentsattheevent.NO CHECKS AC-CEPTEDATTHETOURNAMENTCHECK-IN.

q Checkyourmembershipexpirationdate,renewifnecessary.Yourexpirationdateisonyourmembershipcard.Youcanrenewbyphone(714)423-4532

q Complete2017/2018Waiver&Profileform-TheWaiver&MemberInformationformsarefoundonthefollowingpages.Print,completeandbringtotournamentregistra-tion.

q PhotooflicensetocompleteZebraMusselform.

q CompetitionBannerforoutboard.

q IfyouareaRangerBoatsowner,registerforRangerCup.IfaRangerCupqualifiedanglerwinsthiseventtheywillreceivethehugeupgradeontheprizeboatpackage!

q KnowwheretobuyLicense-Youwillneedproperfishinglicensetobeeligibletocompete.

q ProfilePhotoswillbetakenatregistration,wearyourbestfishingshirt!

q Respool with FREE J-BRAID line after registration for the monster Tri-Cities Small-mouthfishing!!!


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MEMBER INFORMATION FORMPLEASE UPDATE ANY CHANGES

Please complete this form and mail or FAX back to American Bass: American Bass, 12340 Seal Beach Blvd. Ste B120, Seal Beach, CA 90740

PH (714) 423-4532 • FAX (562) 596-0744 • www.americanbass.comThis information will not be released or sold to anyone.

First Name: _________________________________ Middle Initial: _____

Last Name: __________________________________________________ Gender: M F

CELL Phone: (____) ______-_______ Home Ph. (if different from Cell): (____) _____-______

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Spouses Name: ________________________________Annual Household Income (please circle one): <25,000 $25,000-$40,000 $40,000-$75,000 $75,000-$100,000 >$100,000

Do you currently own a boat? Y N

Boat Brand: ___________________________________ Model: _____________________ Year: __________

Motor Brand: ___________________________________ Horsepower: __________ Year: __________

Trolling Motor Brand: ____________________________ Electronics Brand: ____________________________

Favorite Brand of Lures: #1 __________________________________ #2 __________________________________ #3 __________________________________ #4 __________________________________

Battery Brand: ____________________________

Vehicle Brand: _____________________ Vehicle Model: ____________________________ Year: __________

Favorite Rod Brand: ____________________________ Favorite Reel Brand: ____________________________

Favorite Fishing Line Brand: _______________________ Favorite Fishing Hook Brand: ______________________

Favorite Lake: ___________________________ Your Biggest Bass: ___________________

Favorite Music (please circle one): Country Top 40 Jazz Rock & Roll Other

Please List Your Sponsors (This list is the list that we will use to name your sponsors for information on the “americanbass.com” website and/or in American Bass Fishing News. If any of your sponsors change please be sure to notify us so that we can keep your records current): _______________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________American Bass • 12340 Seal Beach Blvd. Ste. B120, Seal Beach, CA 90740 • Ph (714) 423-4532 • Fax (562) 596-0744 • www.americanbass.com

2017/2018 Membership Form & Waiver/ReleaseThis 'Waiver and Release' covers all 2017 through 2018 'American Bass®' Tournaments and Events.

All contestants must read, understand, agree to and sign this waiver prior to participating in any American Bass® event.In consideration of the acceptance of my entry in any and all 2017 through 2018 American Bass® Tournaments and events, I hereby waive, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims and damages which I may have or which may hereafter accrue to me against American Bass®, and all other promoters and sponsors of these events, the promoting clubs and organiza-tions, officials, all municipalities, special districts and properties through which these events will be held or their respective officers, agents, representatives, successors, and/or assigns to any and all damages which may be sustained or suffered by me in connection with said associations with, and/or damages arising out of my traveling to, participating in or returning from these events. By signing this ‘Waiver and Release’ I am stating that I have read and I understand all rules for American Bass® events. American Bass utilizes several forms of communication methods including websites, social media, emails and texting. American Bass does not use standard mail to communicate rules or other program information. It is the responsibility of each individual to obtain program information (including sponsor contingency programs), event information, rule information, etc. through the methods utilized by American Bass. American Bass can always be reached by phone to update contact information or to verify current communication methods. (714) 423-4532. I understand, per rule #1, that if I am involved in a protest or rules violation that the results of the event are pending the review of the head tournament director of American Bass® to be completed within 72 hours of the event or upon completion of the investigation. I also understand that if I am involved in the dispute that I may be asked to submit to "Truth Verification" examinations. I therefore agree to submit to any and all requests by American Bass® for "Truth Verification" examinations and agree to abide by the outcomes of these examinations, including the return of any awards that may have been distributed at the event in question. I also understand that if a dispute requires that "Truth Verification" examinations be administered, the official results of the event are pending the outcome of the "Truth Verification" examinations and any other investigations. Any member who declines a request to take a "Truth Verification" examine pertaining to tournament rule adherence or other fishing related activities may permanently lose membership status with American Bass®. American Bass® reserves the right to request any American Bass® member to submit to a "Truth Verification" examine pertaining to tournament rule adherence or other fishing related activities at any time. This questioning may or may not involve a current dispute or investigation. American Bass® may chose to report rule violations to authorities for criminal prosecution. Disrespect and or defamation to American Bass as a company, any tournament staff member, or sponsors of American Bass, may result in immediate disqualification, or loss of membership privileges with American Bass. This includes the elimination of any and all points an individual may have accrued during an active season. I understand that some events require qualification criteria to participate. I agree to only register for events that are "open" registration or events I have qualified for. It is mandatory to provide American Bass with complete and correct name, address and Social Security number information for tax purposes. Providing incorrect and/or incomplete information is grounds for denial of membership and denial for participation in any/all American Bass events. Registering for events where I am not qualified to participate jeopardizes my membership status with American Bass. All prize offerings are dependent on manufacturer and/or sponsor support. I understand and agree that it in not the responsibility of American Bass® or any tournament sponsor to provide assistance in on-the-water repairs or rescues at any time. Each contestant shall provide their own on-the-water assistance if needed. American Bass® and its sponsors are not responsible to assure that any contestant has returned at the end of any contest. I attest and verify that I am physically fit, am enjoying good health and have sufficient expertise for participation in this event. I understand that fishing and hunting are physically strenuous activities and that I will be exerting myself during any American Bass® event, and if injured as a result of a heart attack, panic, hyperventilation, etc. that I expressly assume the risk and all expenses and liabilities incurred by said injury/illness. I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of these events and all boating and vehicle laws. I understand that boats equipped with motor horsepower in excess of factory and or B.I.A. Rating are in violation of Coast Guard Regulations. Boat owners are required to have proper boat insurance. All participants are required to have proper liability insurance. Participation in American Bass® events grants American Bass® and its sponsors unlimited rights to use any photos of contestants, photos of fish caught, accounts, or interviews with contestants for social media, promotional, and advertising purposes and event coverage. The use of these photos may include the editing out of competitive fishing organizations or competitive manufacturers names and or logos that may appear in the photo either worn by the angler or in view of the photo. By joining and/or participating in any American Bass event you are giving permission to American Bass to contact you via mail, email, text, voice message. American Bass® reserves the right to refuse membership in American Bass to anyone at anytime.I understand the activity of boating has inherently dangerous. I also understand that the bodies of water that I participate on may become dangerous due to weather or other boating conditions. I agree to take sole responsibility to choose if I launch and participate in any American Bass event. I am choosing, under no duress, to launch and participate in any American Bass event. No matter the conditions at the onset of the event or conditions that may develop during the event, I am responsible for the safety of myself, anyone in my vessel and my vessel. American Bass and the sponsors of any event are not responsible for your safety, your boat operations, your conduct, or any dangers that you may encounter during any American Bass event. American Bass will provide you with a full refund of event entry fees paid for any event that you deem unsafe, prior to your launching of your vessel. American Bass officials will make decisions if an event will be conducted based on a number of safety conditions. There is no liability in this decision as any angler may disagree and is welcome to not participate and receive a refund.

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For those of us here on the west coast seeing Team Daiwa Pro Cody Meyer near the top of the FLW Angler of the Year stand-ings is no surprise. The now 32 year old FLW Tour angler was a dominate angler with American Bass for many years. The Au-burn, California based pro cut his teeth fishing Lake Oroville, Lake Shasta, Folsom Lake, and Clear Lake with ABA. Meyer wrapped up the 2014 FLW Tour as the runner-up for the Angler of the Year title, behind only Tennessee veteran pro Andy Morgan. Meyer is off to another great start in 2015 with a fourth place finish on Beaver Lake, Ar-kansas, and two other finishes in the money. Meyer’s consistency is unmatched, he’s finished in the top 10 an astounding 21 times in 79 events with FLW includ-ing three times in the $500,000 Forrest Wood Cup. “Growing up fishing ABA, and the other western circuits, really allowed me to learn how to fish tournaments. The skills

Daiwa Pro Cody Meyer relies on ABA Experience to SucceedI learned like time management, culling, pre-fishing, and focus-ing on five quality fish instead of numbers has really helped me on the national tour. Anglers that don’t put in their time at the team and regional pro event level are left to learn these necessary skills on the national level, and that can costly,” said Meyer. Meyer also believes in his equipment. Meyer explained, “It’s really important to have equip-ment you have confidence in and can rely on. I know with Daiwa products, rods and reels, I have

the best equipment on the water. I am fishing against many of the best anglers in the world and I need every advantage I can get. Daiwa rods and reels are sensi-tive, strong, light-weight, and ex-tremely comfortable to fish eight to ten hours a day.” Daiwa offers a wide range of products for anglers of all levels. Meyer says he uses products from the following Daiwa product lines on a daily bases, Lexa, Zillion, Steez, but mostly Tatula products.

“While the Daiwa Zillion and Steez products are incredible, I can fish all year with the Tatula and Lexa products and still know I have the right tools for the job,” said Meyer. The Daiwa Steez lineup is the most impressive rods and reels on the market. Steez rods are developed to be optimum quality in lightness, strength, and sensitiv-ity. Built with Super Volume Fiber (SVF) technology, which packs unidirectional graphite fiber into a denser form, with exact resin control for greater strength, lighter weight, and incredible sensitivity.

M e y e r s a i d , “ I ’ v e n e v e r s e e n a n y -t h i n g l i ke a S t e e z before, t h e y are in-credible and so

much fun to fish. They aren’t the most cost effective, but there is nothing better when it comes to fishing rods.” Steez reels also set the bar for frishing reels. Built with a super lightweight magnesium frame and side plate make the Steez reels the stealth fighters of bait cast-ing reels. Daiwa uses a 100 MM handle on the 7.1:1 and 7.9:1 gear ratio reels and a a carbon drag system with 13.2-pouds of drag max to give the reels maximum

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torque strength. The free floating A7075 aluminum alloy spool starts faster and spins longer for longer more accurate casts. Included in the reel is a twelve bearing system including 11 ball bearings plus one roller bearing. Meyer said, “One of my favorite features of the Steez reels is the Magforce-Z Cast Control system. It really allows me to dial in my reel for casting super-light lures or casting into the wind.” One of the prod-uct lines Meyer is most impressed with is the Zillion line of reels. “The new Zil-lions are fantastic reels. They come with the TWS (T-Wing System) which offers better casting distance and accu-racy. It’s also easier on line providing less wear and tear on the line. They are crazy light and the new Xtra Hyper Speed 9.1:1 gear ration is incredible. I crank up 40 inches of line on every turn. That’s incredible,” said Meyer. Zillion reels also feature 10 ball bearings, plus one roller bearing and a large, lightweight 90mm power handle. Zillion reels com in in four gear rations from the aforementioned 9.1:1 down to 5.5:1. Meyer con-tinued, “Having four gear ratios really allows me to offer the bait with a better presentation with less focus on the turning of the handle. I like the 5.5:1 for some

swimbaits and deep cranking, and the 9.1:1 is great for flippin’, frogs, and topwater.” Meyer admits the majority of his Daiwa arsenal is made up of Tatula products. “The Tatula product is the first reel profes-sional grade product at a price almost every angler can afford. It’s the rod and reel combination that Randy Howell used to win

the Bassmaster Classic, and it’s the rod and reel a club angler can use to win his club event,” said Meyer.“ Tatula reels are packed with features including T-Wing System, lightweigh aluminum frames and side plates, a tournament grade

carbon drag, and the Magforce-Z cast. These are many of the same great features you find in Steez and Zillion products, but bundled in Tatula for a price around $150. “I truly could fish every tourna-ment for the rest of the year with Tatula products only, and I’d still know I have premium gear and an advantage over non-Daiwa product anglers,” said Meyer.

F rom h is early teen years to about 25 years of age Meyer spent many weekends fishing ABA, and other local events. He believes those years helped him learn the skills that make him one of the top anglers in the world. “I think those tour-naments were a key to my suc-cess. Learning how to make ad-justments and de-cisions on the fly is a big part of tour-nament fishing, and there is only one way to learn that – by fish-ing tournaments. I believe fishing against western anglers on west-ern waters really prepared me well

to come east and compete with the likes of Andy Morgan and David Dudley. I am glad I have Daiwa gear in my boat when I do.”

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8.18lbs!

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Bob Yelland & Robert Turpin won the American Bass/Ranger Boats Northwest Team Classic with 49.59 lbs!


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This policy has a participants exclusion and does not take the place of boatowners liability. Each club should verify that their boat owners carry a minimum $300,000 boat liability policy. Club Insurance will become effective upon acceptance by the insurance company. Acceptance will depend on a COMPLETED APPLICATION, CLUB MEMBERSHIP ROSTER INCLUDING NAMES/ADDRESSES/PHONE NUMBERS, ANNUAL DUES AND ANNUAL FEE FOR CLUB INSURANCE.

Now “low cost” high quality bass club liability insurance is available for your bass club when your club affiliates with American Bass® Association. American Bass® and San Fernando/Valleyheart Insurance Services, (Stan & Ken Vanderburg), have put together a program that keeps the cost of insuring your bass club down. Liability Coverage: $1,000,000 Per occurrence/ $3,000,000 Aggregate, Comprehensive General Liability, written with an “A+XI” Admitted carrier!

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- The Best Policy Available Anywhere! -What’s covered*: Coverage for your club includes your monthly meetings, board meetings, banquets, and club tournaments. Open Events: “Open Tournaments” (open to the public) If your club has open events, your club Representative needs to contact (Stan or Ken Vanderburg) for proper coverage. This important high quality coverage can be obtained by completing a simple application. American Bass can fax or mail you a form by calling (714) 423-4532, or visit our website for an online form at www.americanbass.com. Coverage will become effective upon acceptance by the Insurance Company. Contact Stan or Ken Vanderburg License #0589028 at San Fernando/Valleyheart Insurance Services, License #0290237 at 1-800-BASS BOAT, 1-800-227-7262 for any questions relating to this policy.

* Each individual that uses a boat in a club event needs to maintain at all times, a boat insurance policy with Liability Limits of $300,000 minimum. It is the individual’s responsibility to verify with their insurance company that coverage is provided under their policy for tournament participation.Coverage provided by the Club Policy is in excess of any homeowners, tenants, personal liability or personal umbrella coverage available to any club members, contestants, assistants, officials, referees’, statisticians, scorers, volunteer workers, participants and players.

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