ANOTHER Pro Bass Angler QUITS Before Season Ends

Why did MLF Invitational Angler Derik Hudson quit before the season ended?
Lets talk about Derik decision and what he did wrong that might have helped him continue on his path of becoming a Bass Pro Tour angler. It's not only about catching fish, but the BRAND that you portray to the fans and audience.
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[@jasonperry5456]

It's the fishing industry as a whole. They have made it completely unaffordable for the average angler. And there are a lot of great anglers that just can't afford it. It's sad......$5k graphs.....motors are $25k.....trolling motors are $5k. Give me a break. I used to love fishing local tournaments but the price of everything has pushed me away. I just fish for fun now.

[@bassdojo]

Same, don't fish the BFL or any local tournaments anymore. FFS and $$$$$ ruined it!!!

[@GetUrFishOn]

Me too. I don't think I would ever fish professionally. It's a tough business to be in, and only getting tougher. Thanks for the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@forrhs8430]

Yeah, when trolling motors cost $4-5 thousand, and electronics cost thousands and thousands, they have screwed the pooch. These business sales are supported mainly by it by average and weekend anglers, not the Pros… and they’ve lost that market

[@timweakley6565]

The urge to tourney fish drives me bro. Can’t quit. I’d be miserable.

[@DatGuy960]

Yep, too expensive for me. I bought a trolling motor not long ago, big name brand, it cost over $3500 and the spotlock quit working after 2 years, it sucks up weeds to the point where I should charge lakeside homeowners for weed removal. The $5000 graph would work better if I could afford the harness and dedicated battery for electronics. Don't get me started about the cost of batteries🙄. Used to fish lots of tournaments on the Great Lakes and did well, retired, moved to Florida and now I just fish for fun. It's a rich person's game now, no longer for the average angler.

[@squonto47]

I read a comment recently that tournament angling isn’t a sport, it’s gambling. Your entire assemblage of gear is your ante, and most risk it all for the chance to make a few hundred grand over a career. There are way more losers than winners and the “house” (the league, the fishing corporations) are the only guaranteed winners. I’ve followed tournament fishing since the early 90’s and it never dawned on me that this is what’s going on. But it’s true.

[@GetUrFishOn]

I love this!! It is a form a gambling and marketing. It's part of the demise of professional fishing unfortunately. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@genelavigne3711]

Thanks Steve for keeping all of us in the loop with what is going on in the fishing world....

[@GetUrFishOn]

Thank you!! Cheers and tight lines!!

[@CreedGarner]

It is kinda sad how much social media runs the world now. Creating content is something that I really enjoy doing, but I do just have those day where I just want to go out and just focus on fishing. Not worrying about if my camera is getting a good angle or if I have enough batteries and other stuff like that. I will definitely keep grinding at it though and as always great video. I always look forward to them! I always learn something new!

[@GetUrFishOn]

Creating content is tough, as you know. I have went through many times where I needed a break. I don't take a camera with me anymore to go fishing. I go fishing to chill, and worrying about a camera, drone, and another camera is to much. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@stevefisher2121]

Very well said and it is sad that this is what professional bass fishing has come to.

[@GetUrFishOn]

It is very sad at what is happening. Derik's video is really good also, but stinks to see this happen to him. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@darrellgrant7615]

My wife is part of the sponsorship world. The days of companies giving you money just because you’re a “professional” are long gone. Every single major sponsor requires a valuation to PROVE what there return is going to be investing in you.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Agreed. And these days, many anglers believe that they should be 'given' sponsorships without doing anything, and that world doesn't exist. Thanks for the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@fredflinstime6676]

So are we here for fishing or to sell fishing gear? What kind of stupid sport is this that your success is determined by how good of a KZbinr you are? This whole thing is a joke. Imagine saying this about another sport, “ yo man you da best quarterback, but sorry your KZbin skills suck, so your cut from the team.”

[@GetUrFishOn]

Other sports you don't pay to play. You go out to do your best and win. Anglers are trying to do that also, but they must promote their sponsors at the same time, and it stinks. Changes the whole game. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@GrippingLipsFishing]

I have buddies that fish the tours. I was texting back and forth with one yesterday whom is up in New York. He, and JW, and Dudley went fun fishing yesterday. There were also a couple of other guys with em that fish the tour. I didn't even recognize em. Told him I really don't watch the tournaments anymore since they started using FFS all the time. Just boring to watch now.

[@GetUrFishOn]

I can understand that. Anglers must make a name for themselves. If they don't, they are just making their lives harder. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@fredflinstime6676]

@@GetUrFishOnso it’s not a sport, it’s a position is corporate sales.

[@terryjohnson666]

There is a lot of spot-on advice in this post, which is pretty much par for the course for you, sir. Major kudos!! Even so, the MOST accurate thing you said is something to the effect that "there are a lot of assholes out there."

[@GetUrFishOn]

Yeah. I think these days there are more than people know. People put themselves first WAY TO MANY TIMES, IMO! I am not like that though I've been told I'm one of em, and I respect those peoples opinion, but hope I am not. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@brettaylor9098]

20K in earnings. 74th on the money list. Definitely not even breaking even. He's like guys trying to make it on the PGA tour and are currently mired way down in the standings on the Korn Ferry Tour. Or maybe young Americans wanting to make it in the NBA but are currently playing in Europe or China. You make a great point that in today's world, bass fishing is not at the same financial level of golf or basketball. They must supplement their income as they hone their trade.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Great comment and agree. They must do as much as possible without just sitting back and think that it's an open invitation to do nothing. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@Fishingin290]

I love your channel, keep up the good work and honesty! I just have issues with professional fishing as a whole.. And I really hate FFS, I’ve seen it destroy club leagues because how dominate it is.. Same for pros, bunch of rookies beating out good fisherman with one skill. I just fun fish now, and I don’t watch any broadcast fishing until they come up with some type of electronic regulations. I think there are less sponsors too with lure sales tanking with everyone use a minnow with FFS.. Money and Greed kills everything.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Thank you. I think the industry has changed so much because of several reasons. Internet, greed, pro anglers wanting something for nothing, knockoff companies and as much as it hurts to say, but a lot of liars. I know of numerous anglers that have a huge following that just do not tell the truth at all, and it stinks. Thanks again. I'm trying to be real and honest. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@Fishingin290]

@@GetUrFishOn I agree 100%!

[@Venandii77]

Theres been a few. Clabion Johns was a hammer and walked away. The expense of pro fishing and building a career like ( ike, KVD etc ) is next to impossible now days. If a pro is related to someone or has the money… its an uphill battle.

[@GetUrFishOn]

This has been a weird year for these things. I don't remember this many during the season, but I understand. Crazy industry!! Cheers and tight lines!!

[@brianlee9074]

Good topic Steve. Sounds like the dream becomes a nightmare for most. Too hard to stay on top. 🎣✌️😎

[@GetUrFishOn]

Yeah, the dream comes with a lot of struggles. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@chaaazgould4828]

Take the top 20 pro anglers in boats with NO electronics on a new (to them) lake, and see how they do. The ones that can actually FIND and CATCH fish using only knowledge and skill will be apparent. The rest of the “Tech-dependent” anglers will also be apparent! Shame.

[@GetUrFishOn]

GREAT IDEA!!! I would like to see that. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@lancefontenot9448]

You have a great show . Very informative and knowledgeable. It’s hard to believe that he will be the only one to drop out after this season. It’s very expensive .

[@GetUrFishOn]

It probably won't be the only person. Most won't post anything and keep it to themselves which is understandable. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@jamescaspersamanthalintner4767]

Yeah it's the world we live in as in general everything's too expensive now the fishing industry is not exempt.

[@GetUrFishOn]

@@jamescaspersamanthalintner4767 exactly right. Hard to live fishing these days. Cheers!!

[@acme9538]

The #1 thing about a 'Luxury Sport' such as bass fishing , . . . it's entirely economy dependent. But #2 is the 'industry' as a whole has completely cannibalized itself. Sadly they've 'legitimized' social media platforms by putting such a strong emphasis IE marketing / and sponsorship dollars there . . . dividing the pie to snack size bites where no one benefits. Gone are the days where a touring angler can simply devote his or focus on the job of catching bass, show up for some seminars, and write a few articles over the course of the season. Now they have to be a 'traveling circus act' and pretend to be some 'video star' making shorts that have already been made a thousand times over. I know tournament bass fishing has always been a bit of a struggle . . . . but I've never seen it circling the drain as much as it is now.

[@GetUrFishOn]

AMAZING COMMENT. Thank you!! Right in so many ways. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@familybudgetfisherman]

That is the best advice ever given to anglers overall and new angelrs in particular. I make that same point on my channel and with young college anglers. 👏🏿👏🏿🎣

[@GetUrFishOn]

Great mind think alike. If they don't do it, they are only hurting themselves. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@rickhensley2251]

In today's fishing tournament world, if you're not promoting your own brand via social media, you will get left behind when it comes to sponsorships.

[@GetUrFishOn]

So true. And YT is not easy unless you don't mind making an ass of yourself or being completely negative. I am learning this more and more. Thanks for the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@DougLane-dj3oh]

I miss the days of Larry Nixon , Harold Allen, Tommy Martin and the pioneers of bass fishing. You could relate to those guys. Today? Not me.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Whole different world of fishing that is surrounded by different elements. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@Glock-1]

It can’t keep going the way it’s going now, the boats and electronics trucks and trailers are way to expensive and the boat manufacturers know the fishermen need these boats so they keep jacking up the price and the same with electronics companies. The lure companies are even getting in the jacking prices up game also, a bag of plastics that cost $8,9,10 and up for 6 or 7 baits are ridiculous same with the hard baits, $10 and $12 a lure crazy!

[@GetUrFishOn]

Your exactly right. I have a company that I purchase all my worms from, its the only worm I will use....anyways they would send me a bag for 20 bucks. Probably has couple hundred plus in the bag. Ordered some yesterday. 60 bucks. I'm not complaining, but everything has gone up. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@af4od02]

You got me thinking. I went over to Bassmaster and pulled up the current “Top 50” Elite anglers. I reviewed this list. I am following on social platforms only 5 of these elite anglers.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Lots of anglers don't do it. They expect since they are paying to be on the Elites, that companies should 'give' them sponsorships, and that isn't the way things happen anymore. You need to show that you providing marketing for the company. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@father1st894]

A couple of points I want to make. First of all sponsorship money is hard to get and keep. This I feel is largely due to the playing field being completely leveled. The top anglers are the ones that drop the foward facing sonar transducer on the right group of fish. This could be a rookie or a seasoned pro angler. Anyone can win. Companies have to find it hard to sponsor anglers the place 3rd one week and 80th the next. Im certainly not taking anything away from any angler but this has to be frustrating a well known and seasoned angler to lock onto a group of fish in practice and get whooped by a 19 year old that found better fish on a transducer just across the lake. Who gets the money when the best angler this week is 80th next week and 100th the week after that. The anglers are being taken advantage of fully. Companies are pushing them to have youtube channels as well as social medias, only to give Companies free advertising. The elites should not be paying entrie fees period. They earned their way there just as PGA pros, NLB pros etc... Back off on the technology, smaller tournament participants. Cut the field down. Break up B.A.S.S and the MLF. Spread out tournaments into divisions. What happen to tournaments on California delta? Pro anglers stay in their divisions based on where they live. Things have to change. The pro anglers are severely taken advantage of by B.A.S.S , MLF, tech companies and lure,reel and rod manufacturers. Its a complete mess. Whose making all the money? Its not the anglers and its certainly not those of us on lower levels. We are just left with the bill.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Let me say right now, this is one of the best, well thought out comment's I've EVER HAD ON THIS CHANNEL. I can not agree more with you. Couple little insights.... California Delta.... few years back they had something on the schedule to go West and the anglers didn't like it and they had to change it. To far, to much money etc etc etc. I do think their could be some changes soon in terms of organizations, FFS and more, but they need to make it a sport more than a PAYING HOBBY. Again AMAZING comment. I don't give hearts out but once in a blue moon and your getting one. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@bigbassking9510]

Best fishing is not a sport sport is usually played one on one or with a ball where there is a loser in a winner and no sport can you get second or third place and be happy this is definitely a hobby or under the outdoorsman category

[@GetUrFishOn]

It is an expensive hobby for everyone, but we probably will see more and more anglers having this issue. And give it up to him for being honest and real. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@cory36cory]

So under your sport guidelines track and field,nascar,golf,college football,etc are not sports.. look up the definition of sport. Competition, winners losers etc makes it a sport. Are they athletes? Fuck no. It is a sport though.

[@bigbassking9510]

@@cory36cory no sport your happy with a second place finish in any sport your just the first looser there’s no moral victories in sports

[@TheAverageAngler]

Golf.

[@timweakley6565]

Never forget that there are 20 other guys waiting to take his spot.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Probably more than that, but your correct. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@Wilford_j]

Cut the cost. One day tournaments with no practice. This would save money and save the resources. Could creat more interest who really follows and 3 or 4 day event.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Love the comment and thanks. Great advice. Tight lines and Cheers!!

[@gatorsadventures2298]

The marketing dollars are being divided among many more people, due to social media. Just say the manufactures can really spread the eggs out and not in one basket.

[@GetUrFishOn]

And there are a lot of anglers who do not do social media to help promote themselves or the sponsor. It's a crazy mistake. Thanks for the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@chrisstepp3302]

For a working man its a fantasy now.....

[@GetUrFishOn]

Yes, and that's for a lot of anglers also. Great comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@samsportsman929]

What’s the world coming to when we are telling our young anglers to spend more time on screens and spend more time on social media instead of time on the water 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@GetUrFishOn]

I can see what your saying..... It is a digital world now unfortunately. I would say go and do magazines and stuff, but people don't read paper magazines. I meant that they need to establish themselves on social media, but I don't want em on FFS screens. Thanks for the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@MrVinced1201]

The Toyota's have a better payout anyway. I think it is a good move for Derik at this point. His cost per tournament will go down and they have a great Contingency Program for the open's as well and they have a free championship at the end of the year. I think Derik will be better off fishing two divisions of the open's, that is just my two cents worth.

[@GetUrFishOn]

I couldn't agree more. The Toyota's are really the place to be. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@oldohioangler4525]

Just one comment. I have never bought a lure, line, rod, or reel because some professional fisherman won a tournament with it.

[@GetUrFishOn]

OMG this is awesome. You are so much better than me, this is not sarcastic, I have done it so many times IT STINKS!!! Cheers and tight lines!!

[@tonygreen4356]

It’s the individual’s choice to chase there dream, it’s the individual on how hard he works it, it’s the individual’s choice to quit. Don’t understand where the drama comes from..

[@GetUrFishOn]

No drama at all. I think he is making the right decision for himself and his family and I respect that. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@tonygreen4356]

@@GetUrFishOn I wasn’t referring to drama on his end, respect for the guy for sure. I was talking the crying of other anglers about the lack of money, they have choices.

[@shannonkirby9295]

Hey, Steve, this is just too much drama in all sports now

[@GetUrFishOn]

For sure. I hope this isn't drama, just someone having a hard time and doing what is right for his family. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@jimk4267]

Are Bass fishermen immune from this economy? Not sure why this is surprising

[@GetUrFishOn]

They are not immune, but the economy is tough for these anglers. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@jeffevans4711]

It's actually not always the lure.most of the time it's anglers making bad location decisions.if they're picking areas that don't hold very many fish,it really doesn't matter what lure they're using

[@GetUrFishOn]

Very true, I was just using it as an example for the guy in last place talking about how great his lure sponsor is while on stage. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@JamesSmith-rm6to]

Bass fishing has ruined every great fishery’s in the USA and has drove the cost up on boats gear everything I hate pro bass holes

[@GetUrFishOn]

Respect your opinion and comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@andybales7318]

No worries...Fishing will only be around 5-8 more years if we are lucky....Reality will set in real hard to the fishing world...Remember this statement

[@GetUrFishOn]

I hope not, but I can see your side. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@CDSilverado]

How many people did Mercury laid off? How many boat buiders are only working three days a week. Didn't someone say "It's the economy stupid" I think we should be aware of our individual surroundings.

[@GetUrFishOn]

It's many things happening right now. But he what was right for his family and was honest. I love that. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@father1st894]

Its a combination of alot of things. Boat builders are cutting employment hours because their prices have exceeded what the market is willing to pay. Add high interest rates too that and there is a recipe for disaster. If boats are not being bought theres no need to put Mercurys on them. Yamaha is doing fine because they manufacture 100s of products. Its not just inflation or the economy its also pure greed..

[@nybbhUSA]

There are pros now that I won’t click on their videos because almost everything is a sales pitch. I know they need to do this but just not what you used to get when you would look at their videos. You would get more “how to” rather than “use this” information. It’s a business like anything else at the pro level.

[@GetUrFishOn]

I am the same way. Truthfully, when I see some videos, and the anglers are constantly talking up one brand, which is their sponsor, I sometimes don't believe what they are saying. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@JamesSmith-rm6to]

@@nybbhUSA KVD

[@1829Lola]

Bet there will more guys dropping down. The Toyota's are a great deal. Fish 3 events to make the championship which pays big. Have never figured out how someone could write a business case to be a Pro Fishermen. The return on investment ( ROI ) is very slim. But guys are lined up to pay and try. Keep them videos coming. BTW I live in Commerce, Mi. About 30 miles from Howell where you said you lived. Cheers.

[@GetUrFishOn]

NICE Commerce MI!! I SO miss the changing of seasons more than anything. I was the KING of Mt. Brighton.....just sayin'! LOL The Toyotas are better for sure, anglers will make that switch which will hurt the Invitationals. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@adammoke8949]

Good advice for new anglers, social media is the mechanism to make money. Start early or you need to be very unique to get the views

[@GetUrFishOn]

Social media allows an angler to show 'stats' that will help him get and keep sponsors. People want to see results. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@adammoke8949]

@@GetUrFishOn I fish just local tournaments with usually 70 plus boats and there are so many good anglers. So many can catch fish, I couldn’t do the social media scene. It’s a tough industry and I give the pros credit for making a living at it.

[@GetUrFishOn]

@@adammoke8949 Respect the honesty. I'm in the same boat, I should be doing twitter and other things, but I do this, and try to do a short reel on instagram. And that's tough for me. Thanks for the comment and good luck in your tournaments. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@adammoke8949]

@@GetUrFishOn keep it up, I believe if you stay true to yourself you will succeed. Luv the content and keep up it up.

[@treylee7623]

Well said Steve!

[@GetUrFishOn]

Thank you!! Cheers and tight lines!!

[@CajunRobFishing]

Great great points buddy 👍 outstanding content as always! Spot on 💯

[@GetUrFishOn]

Thank you!!! So appreciated. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@TheAverageAngler]

I think the Toyota’s are actually a better opportunity for the anglers.

[@GetUrFishOn]

I agree completely. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@KennyWright-bv7sr]

Pro fishering and NASCAR have gone down the same rode I see them both gone in the near future

[@rickvann3489]

Never thought I would quit watching NASCAR it's a joke now.

[@GetUrFishOn]

I hope not, but I can see what your saying. We need some changes badly. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@JamesSmith-rm6to]

@@KennyWright-bv7sr I hope your right

[@MrBassTV]

Great advice!

[@GetUrFishOn]

MY BROTHER!!!! LOVE YA BRO!!! Cheers and tight lines!!

[@ksdesjardins7194]

Pride will bankrupt many of these dudes before they could ever make a decision like he did! Ego is a hard thing for some dudes to check until you been humbled and even then….

[@GetUrFishOn]

Being humbled is tough. Thanks for the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@krustysurfer]

Sponsors shareholder returns market saturation eventually lead to cuts... Everything is sooooo expensive. Making ends meet not so easy which may cost you a marriage if your not careful. Is it worth the risk? Seen the same thing happen in pro surfing pro snowboarding and pro skateboarding. Consumers feed the industry, industry sponsors feed the pros, if the consumer base shrinks (economy oversaturation) then so does the money supply which means so does the money offered pro salaries. Eventually it turns into a circus and consumer interest wane...... Good luck everyone. Aloha from Michigan

[@GetUrFishOn]

Where in Michigan.....Im from Howell. Love the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@user-lq1yb6uz1o]

Who would want to fish pro these days. Its always been tuff. Un less u have a huge u tube following own a lure or bait company or have a huge side hustle. How could u afford to fish all these tournaments

[@GetUrFishOn]

@@user-lq1yb6uz1o most angler can’t do it anymore or are just surviving. Tough world. Cheers!!

[@jimmyjackson2361]

Fishing for a living is a business. Some make it, some don’t. Some don’t seem to understand that.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Very true. So SO SO true. Thanks for the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@TakeittotheMax360]

There is plenty of money in BASS fishing. The problem is there are 2 professional tours and sub-tours. Are there 2 NFL, MLB, NHL pro leagues no. There isn't enough money to go around. Fishing knows the problems, but the fix for them is that the angler needs a social presence. Social media should be their side hustle, not the main source of income.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Social media should be their side hustle, but they need to work on it. The money is drying up these days, from what I can see and tell. It's still strong, but you have to be able to show it's worth the companies marketing budget. Thanks for the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@user-qn5is1xm5u]

Some of the pros never cash a check.

[@user-tp4tl4jz5w]

Most of those so called pros are close to being broke only a few make it 😩😩

[@GetUrFishOn]

It's unfortunate but your correct. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@eugenefoster9120]

You are going to see a lot more of this happening !

[@GetUrFishOn]

Yes and that is scary!! Cheers and tight lines!!

[@josephhillman8831]

The price of fishing is out of control thanks to Amazon I can still be a weekend angler

[@GetUrFishOn]

Price of fishing is ridiculous!! Cheers and tight lines!!

[@jeffwerth2707]

Is the person making $$ - do they get TV time? Not everybody does and its hard to justify sponsor $$ if you are not. Having a KZbin channel that has a lot of subs and fun content also helps spread your brand. Some guys are really not ready for the big leagues after having tried it. We'll have to see how this impacts the first round of cuts - guys who want to leave should say early enough so that bubble boys are in if they want to try the 2024 BPT

[@GetUrFishOn]

Love this, and your right. If your not in the hunt for the win, your not getting TV TIME. Getting subs is hard, well for me it is anyways. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@marzmira9014]

It’s been coming for years now. I seen it and bitched about it to WON B.A.S.S. back in 2014. 1% club now. I just fish for fun now, fuck competitive fishing anymore, make more money playing video poker

[@GetUrFishOn]

Love it.....I love poker too, but probably suck at it. Fishing for fun is the way to go IMO. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@richardfell9510]

I'm not here to bash you but your giving bad advice. Social media and tournament fishing are to different jobs. If your struggling to place in tournaments . Social media not going to make you a better fisherman. And when are you going to find time to concentrate on both. It's not the finance that's the problem. The problem is everybody who fishes as a pro thinks he has what it takes . And that's just not true. If everybody could make a living at fishing we wouldn't have enough tournaments or big enough tournaments for everybody now.

[@GetUrFishOn]

No bashing and thanks for the comment. While it is two different jobs, when you are paying to play, and your a pro angler and marketing angler, social media must go hand and hand. They don't 'need' to do it, but they all admit, it's something they 'must' do to help sponsors recoup the funds they shell out for sponsorships. It's unfortunate, but it's the way the industry is right now. Again thanks for the comment and knowledge. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@rickvann3489]

They are running out of money, Duh! Oh, you said he couldn't afford it because of family.

[@GetUrFishOn]

I said he was doing it for his family. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@rickvann3489]

@GetUrFishOn yeah! I said that in my text as I was typing it in, then you stated that.

[@Garminrules]

Nobody cares about pro fishing anymore

[@GetUrFishOn]

I do, I love watching pro anglers fish. But I can understand your view. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@KurtisMays]

Pro fishing has fallen off my radar as well. I do watch just a few particular anglers on youtube, but not bass fishing as KZbin, It's become a joke at this point. And now ffs has exposed the entire industry. Now it's hard for even angler to lie sell the lures anymore

[@B_ROB_82]

its true these guys say they fish for a living but they for sure would be homeless if they fished for a living, they advertise for a living and get to fish

[@GetUrFishOn]

They are marketing anglers. Great comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@waltergurly4040]

I can't watch pro bass fishing anymore. It's a money business not a sport anymore. To many video games

[@GetUrFishOn]

Agreed!!! Cheers and tight lines!!

[@user-oc5tv4uc9r]

Tournament fishing for a living is a joke. An almost guaranteed path to poverty no matter how good of a fisherman you are. Have a better chance making a living playing craps in Vegas.

[@GetUrFishOn]

Probably true. Living out your dream as an angler can be extremely expensive. Tight lines and Cheers!!

[@RCSTILE]

Why don't you just tell it like it is. You have to WIN before you can sell yourself. And the reason people are struggling financially is simple, they are not winning. Until they do, they are going to live in the minor leagues of the bass fishing world.

[@GetUrFishOn]

They don't need to win......does it help YES FOR SURE..... but there are lots of anglers doing good without winning but have a strong social media platform. But I understand your comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@northernbassalliance1442]

Zaldains never won an elite but he is doin well on his channel, sponsors etc. Marketing, marketing and marketing.

[@GetUrFishOn]

@@northernbassalliance1442 They do great and rightfully so because they spend time doing stuff. I think Chris has won one event though, but I could be wrong. I thought he won an event up north. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@northernbassalliance1442]

@@GetUrFishOn he has 3 2nd place in the elites. He talks about never holding up that blue trophy

[@northernbassalliance1442]

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[@30farms70]

Still think Mr. White Rod is helping his anglers? FBD

[@GetUrFishOn]

In this case I wouldn't say that. Derik fished the invitationals not the BPT. Thanks for the comment. Cheers and tight lines!!

[@JamesSmith-rm6to]

@@30farms70 only person he’s helping is the Chinese were his rods are made he’s a traitor to the American fishing industries

[@Patriot-dt3wk]

“Pro” fishing is dying and as a guy that has fished his whole life I couldn’t care less. Watching it sucks and it’s just a marketing game..

[@GetUrFishOn]

It's all about marketing, great comment. Cheers and tight lines!!