Bassmaster Opens, Kayak, Updates in 2025 !

[@nancymills5993]

Thanks for the update. I for one will be sticking with you through the good and tough times. It doesn’t matter you share what your really feeling, are honest, upbeat, and such an inspiration to everyone and especially the young and upcoming anglers, win or loose anything you share with us is always a win!!

[@FishinwithGRAMPS]

I'm with ya, the only reason I fish the Bassmaster Kayak Series is for the adventure of it.

[@dalereed658]

If you continue to carry yourself the way you have to get here, your never gonna fail. You got this!!,

[@kristinefischer2289]

Appreciate that so much

[@academicmailbox7798]

On the boat packing etc, . . 'wake baits'. Kris, what you'll find out is difference between throwing baits close quarters, in shallows on a kayak (seat of kayak being perfect place to throw a short distance wake bait from). Problem with bass boat, is being elevated so high off water (David Dudley practiced using raised platform, same height as his bass boat deck when testing baits in swimming pool). So wake baits, yeah, maybe or not. What I'd suggest is just having a basic view baits you take out you know kind of work from a casting point of view (when you're not seated low down to water in the kayak). Start a way simpler on the bait selection side, and just go fishing. Then be very careful and selective what additional baits or bait systems you add into that boat locker (at the moment that boat locker is packed with your favorite baits for kayak angling). Flip Pallot made a very shalliw draft skiff for navigating shallows for Tarpon in Florida. The point of mentioning that, is yes there is a boat angling tradition that is similar to kayak angling, being lower to the water etc. But still, that's a stable wide standing platform (I'm a fly angler who wades, and have transitioned lately to learning baitcaster rod angling from pier sides etc with elderly guys, who can't wade waist deep any more). So yeah, same thing, we've no clue 'how to fish' when our feet are dry. No idea, and it's weird to us. Ott de Foe's 'five baits' for a certain month, those kinds of episodes from Ott are actually the best way to approach bass boat fishing (Ott uses search lures, followed up by his 'clean up' lures, . . so Ott in that MLF format, was weaving 'practice fishing' using his search bait, in with things like jig fishing for proper fishing, followed up by wacky rigs for further clean up of same area). You have to continue to fit 'practice periods' to expand areas etc, during competition days. All I think you need on a boat is that system, because your boat gives you the locomotion to fish differently to in the kayak.

[@LiborJess]

Hey, are you some smart guy, how much have you picked up in 40 years? I think ours is just stupid crap.

[@granvillej3316]

You are the perfect angler to roll this busy schedule keep up the hype and capture the victories! Can’t wait to see all these events captured in your video content and just watch and root you on and celebrate you in every step of the way let’s go 2025! Tight lines take care and God bless.❤❤❤❤

[@JosiahBihary]

Thanks for the update Kristine! We will be with you through every hill and valley! Whenever you feel like you are in a valley, you gotta remember all the hills that the Lord helped you climb to and everything he has done for you. Rejoice in those moments and no matter how deep the valley might seem, just know that the Lord can bring you up out of the valley just like he has done time and time again! So excited to follow and support you through your journey! I will keep you in my prayers! Best of luck in the kayak and in the boat!

[@kristinefischer2289]

Amen, I really appreciate those words!

[@wisconsinfamilyoutdoors8074]

Sounds exciting to fish new water and use some newer equipment and learn along the way!! You got this and remember to have fun!!

[@kristinefischer2289]

That's the plan!

[@CramersPage]

lets go!! Super pumped for you. Getting out of your element is going to be fun. Congrats Kristine. Best of luck in 2025.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Thanks so much, I can't wait for this new chapter!

[@razorg7656]

Best of luck! I’ve enjoyed watching your Kayak fishing videos. I know this video is focused mainly on Bassmaster Open series, however you mentioned figuring out how to travel with your tin rig and kayak. I know you’re a gear junky, but it seems like a Hobie Lynx would be the best of both worlds. I’ve been thinking of it as my main pedal kayak when hauling my travel trailer and kayak. Best of luck in all your fishing tournaments and adventures this year! Be confident and give yourself grace when it feels tough.

[@rednissan96]

For your hatch top you wanted ideas. Amazon has bag clips the your able to put a small self tapping screw into the aluminum rail to hold your soft plastic bags. I had two rows in my Ranger. Super handy to see all of them without digging through my bag.

[@BevRich-y8u]

Good luck young lady.. cheering from the side..

[@johnwhite993]

We know you’re going to give your all Kristine and you will always be smiling. I personally appreciate your positivity no matter what happens. Looking forward to following the adventure with you this year

[@kristinefischer2289]

Thanks so much, I appreciate the support! 🙏

[@stevekynard6658]

Good to see you again Kristine. Was wondering where you've been. Best of luck in 2025 !!!

[@kristinefischer2289]

Thank you so much, I'm so glad to be back!

[@DB-jh1kd]

Best of everything to you!!!!

[@mr.w3805]

Good luck on Clarks Hill. I have fished it since 1979. Massive lake, but most of my efforts were on upper end of Lake. I hope you win. Hope it's ice tea color while you are there. Bigguns' will be lurking. Good luck again.

[@lisaa.powell3634]

Last time I fished in January in a boat at Clark's Hill was 2011. I know you've got this! I'm gonna make a trip to the lake, just to meet you, I love watching your videos and keep dreaming of the days I'll be back on the water fishing. However, at my age I do prefer warmer weather, 😆 prayers going up for you. See ya soon.

[@kristinefischer2289]

I’ll see you at weigh in!!! Looking forward to it!

[@Steve13lb12oz]

Het Kristine….sounds like I won’t be running into on the water at the Harris Chain anytime soon. I too have Ranger and it’s tough to be very artistic with the bait setup. But I will tell you what not to do. I wanted more speed so I followed lots of advice and put lots of my terminal tackle in that back deck. No, very bad idea. Yep….it made me go faster on the water. And it made me go fast to the tackle shops to replace a bunch of terminal stuff that got wet and rusted. Our Rangers tend to have a good wave come over the transom if you shut down in a hurry. Those storage areas are far from waterproof. Only what you don’t mind getting wet behind the drivers console. As for the hanging storage, there are a few small racks you can use up there to store minimal amounts of stuff. What not to do it use anything that stores by hanging. When the deck is closed, those hanging baits will get into what’s below. I had some magnetic storage strips there on mine. It really doesn’t hold much but I generally use it when I take a bait off, I attach to that strip so that it is out of the way and easily accessible if I choose to tie it back on. I put all of my very light stuff in the front right locker such as sufficient life jackets, throw Cushion, rain suit, warm/dry clothes, towels, etc. Not as much of an issue for you since you are so light but I’m a big boy and it help make up for we being in the drivers seat. The front left is for all my rods. I use rod sleeves on all rods and can really fit a ton in there. Not lowering expectations for you…..you bring such strong energy. That’s my expectation…..keep that going….success will follow. I know you like to push the encouragement of ladies getting on the water. I recognize you ladies need a strong voice. Just wanted to say my ears perked up when you said “guys too” in this video. Just remember to throw that out a few times here and there this season. 👍🏻 Now go get em tiger! 🎣

[@wmkoehler3942]

Really looking forward to this new journey.for 2025. Whatever happens, you will give 125% effort...i am a recreational angler with a boat and a pedal kayak. I am intetested in how you will manage ur tackle

[@kristinefischer2289]

I’ll be sure to share some tackle tips!

[@edwardcowan7012]

Years ago there were a couple people with double decker trailers. I don’t know if they exist but I’m sure you could get one built. Be careful on the Upper Bay and the St Lawrence they can both get very rough! Just because you have all that room doesn’t mean you have to use it, carry the same equipment that you would normally have with you in your kayak.

[@cuivre2004]

Cant wait to see the on the water footage! Do what you did for the kayak tournies and you'll be good!

[@kristinefischer2289]

I'm so excited to get back on the water and get this season going!

[@SimplyFishing]

Good luck, stay safe. Can't wait to see how this all unfolds.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Thank you, I appreciate the support!

[@denniswalters9528]

Thanks!

[@kristinefischer2289]

Appreciate it! Glad you checked it out!!!

[@muskybites505]

Sounds like you need lots of lists lol. That’s a lot to keep organized, good luck💪

[@KenBurt-z9h]

Kristine. I tend to watch a lot of the kayak videos/tournaments. I know you know Jeff Little . Of all the different Kayak fisherman I watch, he tends to come up with a lot of organizational ideas. When it comes to your forward hatch attachments for under the hatch cover. If I were you I might contact Jeff to get some ideas from Jeff. He also may have some other ideas. Just a thought Kristine, GOOD LUCK in the upcoming 2025 season.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Jeff is a very close friend!! He’s such a good dude! I will ask him!

[@maxwilliams4015]

Good luck on the season 👍

[@joeynovoa4943]

Can't wait to see you do work this season 🥃🤙🏽 good or bad, it's always fascinating to see ya on your journey. Keeps me moto 😎🤙🏽

[@kristinefischer2289]

I’m so glad you’re along for the ride!

[@rayrieder2380]

Good luck nice to see a good looking young lady😉. That loves to fish for bass I wish you good luck🎣😃😊

[@brintonmike8506]

Happy 2025 fishing

[@kristinefischer2289]

Happy fishing to you too!

[@FounderOf4]

I admire the grind. Not just going back to what you know but to enabling growth! I have 4 strong, independent, badass daughters.... Keep carrying that flag!

[@kristinefischer2289]

Thank you so much, I appreciate the support! Give those girls a high five from me!

[@FounderOf4]

@kristinefischer2289 can do!

[@joshbarnes2045]

They make a plastic hanger that attaches to the hatch that holds spinnerbaits/chatterbaits.

[@PhillipwRider]

On your towing boat,put a rack on your truck to haul your Kayak!

[@kristinefischer2289]

My kayak is waaaay too heavy to be able to do that, it’s got to be on a trailer :(

[@rogerhenson6589]

GET Ready Set Let’s go Fishing 🎣 2025 😊

[@kristinefischer2289]

You bet! Can't wait!

[@academicmailbox7798]

There's no doubt that at the learning stage the electronic tools and assistants are crucial today (I think what pro fishing is maybe lacking from my perspective in the audience member ranks only, is a tournament circuit progression, whereby anglers lose more of the training wheels or assistance of sonar etc as they grow the bank account of experience). I totally agree with your overall direction, in terms of learning the ropes first, and trying to do things you're less familiar with. What's kind of strange from our point of view in audience now, is that we see pro anglers at the top using more and more electronic aids etc, and leaning too hard on that aspect (but a hundred percent, if I was a parent of a teenager for instance fishing on the Elites or Opens, I would want my teenage son or daughter to have scoping instruments etc to see underwater hazards, risks). And there are a plethora of really young, less experienced participants on these circuits now. It's okay to criticise a tournament organization, as I will do, but one fatality, accident or injury and the organization has to answer to those same parents. And it seems to me, if nothing else Bassmaster can operate these events well and safely. It has to count for something. It's just that young folks are propelled straight into Elites now, and there's no apprenticeship or tournament trail separate that says, okay these kids are too darn young (I was looking for a word, a probationary period, I mean you've been out there nine years now, and still haven't covered all of it). They need the bells and whistles, they need the training wheels etc. There's nothing yet, that's for the stage beyond that, a place where it is just pure fishing, how it started out. Maybe I'm just nostalgic, but one hundred percent less experienced boater's have to have a system they can feed into, where they can learn the basics. I think it's smart your own selection of that trail.

[@arthurdsoto5751]

The series that you have chosen, just fish your strengths. As far as failing, there's only degrees of success. Kristine, leave it to the LORD, 🙏 you'll do just fine. 😊👍

[@kristinefischer2289]

Amen! You're right, I'm going to trust in the Lord and give it my all!

[@howardchapman800]

Good luck. and teach us lure colors that you picked.and for what reason. ❤

[@kristinefischer2289]

I'll definitely explain the color choices I'm making throughout the season!

[@dwaynewelch3185]

I want to see what the 2025 kayaks look like

[@kristinefischer2289]

Stay tuned!!!

[@terranceleonard68]

I am cheering for you you don't see alot of women in the sport of bass fishing I am rooting for you

[@stevenbartell8065]

When fishing kayak events, will you be fishing out of a Hobie for 2025?

[@kristinefischer2289]

Yes!

[@jamesfrancis2083]

You always fish hard

[@haroldrogers6566]

Don’t worry Kristine, keep following your dream and where you think God is moving you. That’s all that matters, that you and God can go to sleep quickly at night. We’ll do the cheering, you do the fishing 😁👍💯

[@kirkmackenzie4425]

Hello young lady. BEST OF LUCK! Question? Do you have a Patreon account. I am sure your followers as well as my self would be happy to assist with your expense. Let us know.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Oh my gosh, that’s incredibly generous- you guys support me enough by following along and encouraging me along the way!

[@kirkmackenzie4425]

In the early 90's I fished the old school invitations, then the Central Division. Not for a career. But for fun and knowledge. I am 63 and I have a 4 year old daughter. Thank you Invetro! Lol. I fish 3 days a week, and she is getting ready to start. You are a role model for girls/women just as Caitlin Clark. Cassidy and are enjoying following your career. It is a pleasure.

[@dwaynewelch3185]

You're not doing the kayaks anymore

[@kristinefischer2289]

I am! Fishing the bassmaster kayak and a few other bass nation, KAS, and team kayak events :) love the kayak community too much to give it up

[@jamesedwards1806]

Yes you will fail a little but not nearly as much as I do on the golf course 😂😂 As long as you enjoy what you do it's never reeeeally failing 👴👍🦸‍♀️🎣🇺🇸🦅

[@kristinefischer2289]

You got it! 😂😂Failure is just a learning experience!

[@kirkmackenzie4425]

Thanks!