I started chasing largemouth bass with a fly rod after many years of trout fishing. Remember that this chart shows the world records for. Fishing montanas waters is enjoyed by many, but only a few anglers catch a record fish. Water body records for toledo bend texas parks and. In fact, all the texas top 50 largemouth are over that magic number. New york state freshwater fishing records nys dept. The louisiana outdoor writers association is the keeper of all louisiana fishing records. Ice fishing is permitted after the waterfowl hunting season has ended. Burns said he was fishing the south shore the tuckers and bird island area, and had. Many people are unaware that fly fishing is a growing source of bass catching, specifically in places where trophy bass are available such as southern california and san diego. With the catch, guthrie holds the biggest largemouth bass record for smith. Stick marsh and lake garcia can provide you with exceptional outdoor fishing adventures that can create memories for both or the family. Bow fishing for blue, channel and flathead catfish was legal only from september 1, 2006 to august 31, 2008. The alltackle record for largemouth bass is the most sought after game fish record in the world.
After the dnr began stocking trout in the coldwater reservoir large weights of largemouth and smallmouth bass began to emerge. He had no desire for this run of recordbass fishing to end in a fight with the. The world record largemouth bass was caught in a makeshift wooden boat in otherwise inaccessible water. The bass accessibility makes it an easy, fun target, particularly for novice fly. I could not believe this giant crushed the topwater frog. Finding trophy fish in a secluded bay should be easier than doing the same in a heavily pressured lake or impoundment. This one is by far the best book on fishing i have ever read. To me, anytime you can catch fish is a good time, but when the trout fishing has slowed or you are looking to mix it up, give bass on a fly rod a chance. All that, including links to your local fish and wildlife websites, records for a location, photos, videos, gps coordinates for where the. Together with six other species of bass, they make up the group typically known as the black basses. I did not read the part where bubba sezthe fly should has as much metal flake as the boat, but i dont think was any limitation.
But while florida may rank among the nations most bountiful bass states, it isnt alone in the availability of bass. Once limited to just the eastern united states, the largemouth bass has been introduced all over the continent. Experimenting with fly designs for these exciting fish is fun. Largemouth bass ties world record largemouth bass ties world record after nearly six months of waiting, japans manabu kurita is taking his place along side georgia, usa angler george perry in the international game fish associations igfa world record games fishes book as. A list of record fish for 45 freshwater fish species. Bass take flies eagerly but timing is important to make sure you fly. Largemouth, smallmouth, stripers by chad hoover 2011. Bass are the number one sport fish in america and for good reason. If you are starting out fly fishing for smallmouth bass this book is a must have. With the dnr stocking 15,000 to 20,000 trout a year and two state records, you cant go wrong. Fishing is allowed on both refuges in accordance with applicable state and tribal regulations. Secret fly broke george perry bass record multiple times april fools by.
Fly fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass is a wonderful way to spend a quiet afternoon and most people have them close to home so its a way to get out and try your newfound skills right away. How to catch big largemouth bass on top with flies. All fish were caught on a smaller version of afton anglers sponge bob squarehead fly. The catch, which is awaiting a world record confirmation from igfa, would make her 189th record. You never know when you could hook the big one when fly fishing. Largemouth bass can be found in 49 of 50 states not in alaska and in large numbers in virtually every one. Fly fishermen appear to be targeting smallmouth bass in greater numbers these days. George perry has held this prestigious title for nearly 83 years, since he pulled his massive 22pound, 4ounce fish from montgomery lake, georgia on june 2, 1932. Helena bait shops, tackle shops, fishing spots, and. Aside from the lake fishing for bass, anglers can also opt to fish the flats of las salinas for bonefish and permit. May 12, 2015 the alltackle record for largemouth bass is the most sought after game fish record in the world. A few years ago when i was living in wyoming i was introduced to the art of tying flies and fly fishing. Beginners guide for bass fly fishing andy thornal company.
While you are visiting family or the theme parks, this is the perfect way to escape to the outdoors. Pro bass circuits tour the lone star state, bringing in largemouth bass weighing well over 15 pounds. Record keeping has been the foundation of the igfa since its. The classic and contemporary largemouth bass patterns included in this book have a track record of success in a number of different conditions and fishing scenarios. See a large selection of books about fishing for largemouth bass, with. There is no state record information for sturgeon in oregon because the maximum size limit is 54. These combinations cast well, and they are perfectly balanced for bass fly fishing. The largemouth bass is considered by many the greatest of all gamefish. If you have not tried fly fishing for smallmouth bass, you should. Jan 31, 2020 denotes record fish was caught before using new state record fish rules adopted in 1985. You can search all igfa world records for freshwater and saltwater fishes in alltackleline class, alltackle length for male, female and junior anglers. Enjoy two legendary florida bass fishing lakes on the many melbourne fishing trips next time you are visiting the state of florida. Largemouth bass ties world record the ultimate bass fishing. Igfa world records the igfa maintains the world records for all species of game fish.
Pennsylvania state record fish rules and application official measuring stations biggest fish caught in pennsylvania. We have simplified buying a quality fly rod outfits there are several great outfits, all at combo prices. Keep this chart of fly fishing world records with you, and if you catch a record beater, get the fish registered at the nearest tackle shop and wait for the endorsements to roll in. Tracy hartmans womens 2kg 4 lb line class world record largemouth bass. Keep this chart of fly fishing world records with you, and if you catch a recordbeater, get the fish registered at the nearest tackle shop and wait for the endorsements to roll in. The state largemouth bass record for every state in america. We caught some big ol bass on topwater frogs and senkos.
Galt allees mens 8kg 16 lb tippet class world record brown trout. Unbelievable hawgs from the international game fishing association record book. Igfa world records international game fish association. Surface bugs and poppers will elicit some of the most exciting.
A weedless fly is a must, but so are stiff leaders. Either way, we all could literally be one cast away from from the bass fishing record books. Fishing resource center and online angling community. Gear up how to pick the best lures, baits, flies, and tackle for every situation and every. Seasonally the bass move from the deep water into shallower, more flyanglerfriendly depths in may and can be caught through september. World record largemouth bass 18 matching articles outdoor. You cans earch all igfa world records for freshwater and saltwater fishes.
Bass largemouth fishing in texas, tx fishingbooker. Like all bass fishing, bass fly fishing has exploded in popularity. Top flyfishing world records sport fishing magazine. If you didnt already know from the number of largemouth bass fishing tournaments that take place there. Because of the fishs size and where they live, your bass fly rodding equipment needs to be stouter than what is normally used for general trout fishing. This book is the first one i read about bass fishing and it was terrific. Trout fishing at lake jocassee is also very popular. Fly fishing for largemouth bass current works guide service. The bass accessibility makes it an easy, fun target, particularly for novice fly fishers. Odfw game fish records oregon department of fish and.
The obsessive quest for the worldrecord largemouth. We have been seeing an increase in smallmouth bass attention from our customers over the past few years. Attorneys for the duke children plan to approach several recordkeeping. George perry has held this prestigious title for nearly 83 years, since he pulled his massive 22pound, 4ounce fish from montgomery lake, georgia on. Largemouth bass will feed on trout, bream and crappie all year round. Fishing for smallmouth and largemouth bass learning how to fly fish for bass is a great introduction to the sport of fly fishing. The rod must be fairly stiff for casting bulky flies commonly used for bass and for moving. Largemouth bass are fond of feeding on the surface which makes them an exciting fish to chase with a fly rod. Some records date back to george s perrys world record bass in 1922 while others state records seem to be broken every year.
Perry in the international game fish associations igfa world record games fishes book as dual holders of the alltackle record for largemouth bass each weighing 22 lb 4 oz and caught 77 years apart. Largemouth bass, reynolds ponds mary jane reservoir. Jun 09, 2012 fly fishing for largemouth bass on a little lake in minnesota. The igfa maintains the world records for all species of game fish. For info on bass fly fishing outfits, click above graphic. Tackle requirements for florida largemouth and tiger bass are the same. Host tom rosenbauer details the basics of getting started in fly. Louisiana state record bass might not be eligible for. Bass fishing adds greatly to the texas economy each year and largemouth bass are highly prized for their value as food. Not only is it extremely informative on past bass records and famous fishermen, it also is just fun to read. Many anglers think you have to have a fly rod to go fly fishing. These are not all the great fly rod records one can find in igfa records by any means, but all 25 are impressive by any measure. Largemouth bass habitat, bait and fishing tackle used to.
It has long been the topic of articles, debates and even books. State record freshwater fish department of natural resources. Denotes record fish was caught before using new state record fish rules adopted in 1985. If the forecast is for crappy light, then go for doubledigit largemouth in the lake, or snook and baby tarpon on the hatiguanico. This is the definitive book on fly fishing for bass. Largemouth bass fishing books striped bass fishing. It is the oldest rodandreel record in the missouri books, and some.
Moving back to the midwest, fly fishing was not as popular as it is in the west. Applications for bow fishing records can no longer be accepted for these species. Top 5 best lakes to take a largemouth bass fishing trip the. The real primary target is smallmouth bass fishing in rivers but there is a lot of good tips and information in general.
Scott bowen bryant earl baines with his biggest bass of all, an 18. Our local experts will help put you on some quality largemouth bass all trip long. Flies for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and pan fish. So get your fly fishing gear, baitcasting setup, trolling equipment, or spin casting gear out and find your new favorite fishing spot near helena in state. Mar 01, 2016 on this special episode of stoked on fishing, paul bailey catches a potential world record bass while fishing lake berryessa and clear lake throwing big baits for bass. An excellent treatment of tactics for fly rodding for bass in rivers, streams, lakes, and ponds by the worlds foremost authority on fly fishing. Bass, largemouth micropterus salmoides donald shade, waynesboro, pa 11 lb. Many are suggestions of fly fishing guides and our great customers as well. Other than the largemouth, the only other member of the black basses in washington is the similar looking smallmouth bass micropterus dolomieu.
Apr 03, 2017 essential truths about how to fool ol bucketmouth on the fly. My first exposure, like that of most other americans, came on saturday mornings with bob or bill or jim weighing his sack of fish during yet another bass masters tournament on a southern lake with a funny name. Bass on a fly fly fishing how to flyfish midcurrent. Anglers journey from around the country and beyond to fish the local lakes and reservoirs. We custom tie a leader for largemouth bass with a slick coating on the knots. This page contains fishing flies commonly used for bass and pike flies.
Largemouth bass flies contains detailed stepbystep instructions for tying leisers bass angus, mahlers strawboss, cjs freaky frog, chicones king rat, pineapple grenade. Because of the strong interest in largemouth bass fishing, there are hundreds of bass angling clubs in texas devoted to fishing and conservation. Lake jocassee fishing guide smallmouth bass fishing. Remember that this chart shows the world records for fish caught on fly lines. I prefer a fly rod of 8 to 9 or more feet in length that will handle either a 7 or 8weight line. Tackle for fishing with lures could include a 512 to 7 spinning or baitcasting rod and reel with 6 to 12 pound monofilament. Largemouth bass is a member of the sunfish family, though larger than those species considered panfish. After nearly six months of waiting, japans manabu kurita is taking his place alongside georgia, usa angler george w. The typical 4x leader will not turn over the fly, and it is not strong enough, but most importantly, it is not stiff enough. Largemouth bass fishing at ninepipe reservoir montana. Essential truths about how to fool ol bucketmouth on the fly. Repeat toho bass fishing lake toho is one of the most productive bass fishing lakes in central florida. We believe that its best to start out on a pond with bass or panfish instead of on moving water. A person can save a lot of time and expence with the right information, and this book has just that.
Largemouth bass archives orlando bass fishing guides. They are great fighters and are in virtually every state. Its the biggest largemouth caught with fly tackle in the igfa record book. Before the late march evening was over, she landed a potential igfa 6pound tippet class world record largemouth bass that tipped the scales at 10 pounds, 4 pounces.
Flies for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and pan fish morris, skip, bunse, richard on. I also occasionally used a sage smallmouth ii rodline setup in areas with a low canopy. As one of americas favorite sportfish, the largemouth bass, micropterus salmoides, is sought after by almost everyone in the fishing world at some point or another. Melbourne fishing trips florida fishing largemouth bass. Presented here are 25 memorable international game fish association world record catches made by fly rodders. So much so, in fact, that its quite likely that the largest spotted bass ever caught hasnt been recorded but was dismissed as a smaller largemouth bass. Jackpot bassin for springtime largemouth virginia dgif. Catching fish on a fly rod involves challenges unique to this specialized form of fishing.
Bushongs largemouth bass weighed pounds, 14 ounces and became a missouri state record. To be the last man alive who caught, on a fly, a largemouth bass that broke. If largemouth fishing isnt happening, take a bonefishpermit day on salinas flats. It is unlawful to remove an oversized sturgeon from the water. The largemouth bass is the most common sport fish in america. Kurosaki fought the fish for five minutes before weighing it with a. While sheltering from the coronavirus pandemic, houston fly angler meredith mccord grabbed her fly rod and went bass fishing at a small lake on the family farm. The spotted bass is similar to its cousins in the black bass family in that its fun to catch and good to eat.