Killer Strategies for Fishing Tournament Practice and Preparation
There are fishing tournaments every year, all over the country, with substantial prize money at stake. For the pros (and enthusiasts) working those tournaments, a bad day on the water can mean the difference between loss and victory. That’s why smart pre-tournament practice sessions to gather information about the area and improve your angling technique are essential. However, these pre-tournament scouting days take a lot of time and waste a lot of gas, but there are a few strategies you can take to cut down on time and be more effective when pre-scouting, such as incorporating a fish camera underwater . Basic Preparation: Gear and Boat Talk to most pros and they’ll have stories about a tournament setback due to an avoidable tackle or boat maintenance issue. Basically, ensure that the boat is in tip-top shape. The engines and motors are the first priority, of course, but don’t overlook the live well aerators, pumps, bilges, and everything else that could possibly fa...