BASS imposes 1 lure rule!!!!!

[ghostbaits]

Goodbye alabama rig, duel fluke rigs, duel topwater, jig as weight for drop shot!!!!

Only for Classic and Elite Series!

I knew this was coming...

Jim

[pjmcla]

Elite and Classic Series only
Just posted on Bassmaster site.  Interesting read.   "Clarifies the intent of long-standing rules permitting only one rod, one reel and one cast at a time. No longer permitted are double soft jerkbait rigs, drop shot rigs with jigs used as weights, double topwater setups and other multi-lure rigs, such as “umbrella rigs.”   

Link to Bassmaster announcement --  http://www.bassmaster.com/news/bass-imposes-one-lure-rule-classic-and-elite-series

Responding Comments are below the Announcement.

[andrewlamberson]

Darn!!   

That really screws up my tactics for the next big time BASS tournament I fish in!!!!

[Dave]

Truthfully, I am glad to see this. Tournaments should be based upon skill that produces one fish at a time. I understand both sides of thinking on this, but still agree that it should be one fish at a time!

[t-billy]

 If they're that effective I guess I'll have to give'em a try this spring. I'll just make sure'n take a box of tissues along for when I loose one. $20 bama rig+5 premium hooks+5 swim baits. OUCH!!!

[ghostbaits]

Only applies to the Classic and Elite Series. All other TX you can still use.

Jim

[firetiger]

There are some local tournaments that have banned them as well.  But most will allow it as long as the state regulations are met.

We'll see what happens.  Hopefully, nobody bought a million dollars worth of components to make and sell them!!!   

[kipbass]

I know some consider BASS as a gimmick advertising tool for increasing bait and equipment sells. I'm not sure if those who think that have a leg to stand on; or do they?

[Frank]

When this all started I knew it would not last. I will still make then and try and improve what I have. They have been looking for away to ban these for awhile and it took them awhile but they had to incorperate other baits in as well. Why not a one hook rule on ALL baits. Come on crank bait guys why do you get multiple hooks. A million dollars of components cant be found right now and much of the terminal parts too. As for losing awhole rig I have one guy that did but most fish it weedless with my swimbaits. One customer said the snaps I use will let go before the whole rig. I knew they were not of the best quality but did not thing guys would throw it where they are. Frank

[ghostbaits]

On this subject........Received some a-rigs from Frank yesterday.

Holy cow!!!!!!! Now I know why they are outlawing!!!! These dawgs will hunt!!!!

There is taking it to the next level and then there is setting a new standard! Great work Frank!!!

Jim

[Frank]

On this subject........Received some a-rigs from Frank yesterday.

Holy cow!!!!!!! Now I know why they are outlawing!!!! These dawgs will hunt!!!!

There is taking it to the next level and then there is setting a new standard! Great work Frank!!!

Jim

Thanks Jim I did not do this by myself I had a few customers that wanted them and one store. The store had them since the story broke about Guntersville. Colors are what customers around here wanted and using five wires but only three hooks was the norn. Two teaser baits(by the way dont put the teasers on the bottom they disapear)heald on with hitchhikers. NOW go and hunt these dogs. The smallest one is a prototype and has not been fished yet. Thanks for your kind words Jim   Frank