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Sponsors
		Ranger Boats There isn't a better boat on the market today than a Ranger!  Those of us who own one know this to be the truth.  I met Barry Day at a tournament several years ago when I was fishing in another boat.  Barry's passion for Ranger opened my eyes and I was encouraged to take a look.  Sold!  I've been fishing out of a Ranger boat for three years now and the experience has exceeded my expectations.  Ranger Boats
		Hippy's Bleeder Chains Jim Mayer and his father "Hit" created the innovative new walleye lures that have become my favorite baits on many lakes and reservoirs.  Jim created the Bleeder Chain series when he noticed a trend in the fishing lure industry to emulate wounded and bleeding bait. Hippy's Bleeder Chain™ bait rigs can be fished numerous ways.  A Spin Float and Top Prop rig can be fished out of a boat trolling with a bottom bouncer tipped with a minnow, crawler, leech, or favorite plastic grub.  A Microball Float and Football Float can be fished similarly.  Bottom dwelling fish like walleye hit a Microball Float rig since it is closer to the bottom.  A Football Float rig suspends therefore allowing the suspended fish to strike.  A Microball Float rig can be fished beneath a bobber with a small split shot pinched about 18-inches up from the hook.  Then tip with your favorite bait.  This works really well for catching panfish like crappie and bluegill.  I love these rigs when fishing around or over weeds as they keep my bait above the vegetation which drives the walleye crazy!  Hippy's Bleeder Chains The Bleeder Chains prove to be very successful in the summer as the wounded bait fish look consistently turns on inactive fish.  However, Hippy's recently created a new line of Ice Jigging Spoons which have become my favorite bait when ice fishing!  For targeting perch and walleye, I tip my baits with actual fish meat--both sucker meat as well as perch strips.  The scent from this natural bait extends out through the water column bringing fish in from above and below the bait.  This bait selection along with the wounded bait fish look of the Ice Jigging Spoon is a fantastic lure!  Hippy's Ice Jigging Spoons
		Kennedy Knives/Kennedy Outdoor Sports Finding a good knife (or any dependable outdoor equipment) can be tough and the team at Kennedy Knives and Kennedy Outdoor Sports has risen to the challenge.  I learned a lot about Jeff Kennedy this year and he is one dynamic guy!  Jeff started Kennedy Knives and Kennedy Outdoor Sports with partner, James Smith, and they are becoming one of the largest online outdoor equipment retailers in the country.  I am proud to be a member of their 2010 Pro Staff and look forward to working with them and promoting their quality gear.  Kennedy Knives / Kennedy Outdoor Sports

		FishingSponsors.com Like me, many professional fishermen have full time careers and still try to fish as many tournaments a year as their schedules and bank accounts allow.  Fishing the tournament trail can be expensive and it takes support to be succesful on and off the water.  Justin Eidem is the Director of Promotions with FishingSponsors.com.  He started this company with the intention to be the "middle man" between professional anglers and major corporate sponsors who support the fishing industry.  His business model is ingenius and has proven successful for many pros.  If you are an angler looking for partners willing to sponsor you in your pursuit of tournament championships, FishingSponsors.com will match you to corporate entities with similar interests.  FishingSponsors.com
		KassWinns Rod Slick Rod Sleeves KassWinns, Inc. is an innovative corporation specializing in creating fishing gear for fishermen by fishermen.  I teamed up with KassWinns to promote their Rod Slick rod sleeve which is by far the best fishing rod protective cover on the market.  KassWinns, Inc. Building custom rods takes a lot of time and attention to detail.  When I searched the market for a quality protective cover for my fishing rods, I chose Rod Slick rod sleeves.  They do a great job protecting the valuable equipment while allowing moisture to escape.  The collapsable mesh allows for easy storage of the sleeves (available in all sizes and many colors) so they are quickly accessible to cover your rods after a day on the water.  Contact me to purchase a Rod Slick rod sleeve.  Contact Us Advantages of the Rod Slick rod sleeve: §   Easy "Push on-Push off" Application §   Convenient loop for easy hanging and storage §   Tangle free removal from rod lockers §   Protects line, guides, and rod §   Remove hooks with ease §   Durable polyethylene monofilament §   Non-absorbent breathable mesh
		Disabled American Veterans Last year on the tournament trail, I donated 100% of my winnings to the Disabled American Veterans organization which provides support, encouragement and a better life for the noble men and women who become disabled while serving our country.  I feel fortunate to fish while troops overseas are fighting for us and for the rights of the citizens of Afganistan and Iraq.  Many injuries soldiers receive are not outwardly visible.  Nonetheless, they negatively affect the soldier and his/her family--often for a lifetime.  I hope to continue to utilize my fishing skills and raise money for this important organization.  Anyone interested in donating to this great cause may contact me directly for information or can learn more through the DAV website.  Disabled American Veterans

Gear Favorites
		Quantum Accurist Reels - Versatility for Walleye Anglers I get asked a lot about the baitcasting reels I choose to use.  Because I pull a lot of spinners, bottom bouncers, live bait rigs, and jigs, I really don't think there is a better reel on the market for walleye fisherman than the Quantum Accurist.  They come in left and right handed models so you can fish two poles st the same time and when you feel a bump, you can drop one and have your hand on the reel of the other in seconds without having to change hands.  The feature I love most about these reels is the "flippin switch".  This allows you to hold two rods at the same time and continually adjust your depth by touching the release bar.  If you are fishing depth contours, this means more time in the strike zone and less time trying to get there.  Quantum Accurist Reels
		ShowDown Digital Fish Finders - A New Way of Looking at Ice Electronics   ShowDown Digital Fish Finders    VIDEO CMF Using a ShowDown Digital Fish Finder at Pine View Reservoir Utah