2014 Smallmouth Contest and Meet and Greet April1st-Nov1st

[15FOOTER]

Ok so here are the final rules for the contest:

All you have to do to enter the contest is post a picture of the fish under this thread.

In your picture you must have a measuring tape from head to furthest point on the tail (not head to fork of tail).

To prove that its a valid contest fish you must put a lighter in the picture with it.

The fish has to be caught between April 1st and November 1st 2014

Release all these trophies (or at least say you did):mad:

The fish has to come from Jersey waters (Delaware and Greenwood count)

The longest fish will win 1st place (there will be 2nd and 3rd place)

Right now as far as prizes I would like to donate a 1st place prize.. a Carhartt Hoodie customized with a screen printed smallie logo and and some embroidery. I believe Eddie will jump on and put up second and I heard a great idea of some small batch beer for 3rd which would be awesome if that could come through. Were ID'ing the winner lol.
Bigfishy and I are also putting up prizes for the smallest fish and funniest picture. Prizes determined later. Kcritch has a some great ideas for a meet and greet at the end which should be great. Well post about this later in the season as well.

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE>>>LETS GOOO

[FASTEDDIE29]

1st place - customized, embroidered Carhartt hoodie donated by 15footer

2nd place - 75 dollar gift card to a bait shop that sponsors NJF.com donated by FASTEDDIE29

3rd place - box of seasonal craft brews chosen and donated by ScowardNJ

Should be a fun little contest. Don't forget your tape measure and lighter anglers. See you out there.

P.S. I think I'll catch the possible winner out of a trout stream, LOL!!! TIGHT LINEZ!!!:D

[gwl2oneida]

Put a lighter in the picture?

[ScowardNJ]

Yess!

[bigfishy]

Put a lighter in the picture?

Yes...Just something to have in the pic so guys are'nt posting old pics of fish....
its something cheap that can be in ur pocket or on the boat that will prove its a recent picture....GOOOOOOOOO git em boys....i've already spotted a winner but don't let that throw you off....I'm not a good fisherman:D

[kcritch]

Awesome...Here we go boys!

And I swear bigfishy keeps that fish in a bucket in his backyard! :D

[15FOOTER]

Fellas to all that were interested..for njfishing.com site reasons the contest is temporarily on hold for the moment. I will try to work this out and keep all that were interested updated. Hopefully we can work this out but im not sure.

Gary

[bigfishy]

Dunno what the reasons could be???
I'm in it NO MATTER WHAT..
Really glad its a NJ only thang...I was lookin at some lake erie pics this mornin...
HOLY SSSSS they grow em HUGE....

who else is ready to git er done????

[FASTEDDIE29]

I'm all in!!!! Let's GIT-R-DONE!!!

[AndyS]

My only concern was with the closed season on bass from April 15th to June 15th. Is it bad PR to be posting bass pics during the closed season. Does PR really matter, heck people hold bass tournaments during the closed season. Is it good to be posting bass pics during the closed season ? It is catch and release only during that time period.

[NorthJerzyG]

They were probably caught while targeting something else....... :p

As long as they're released unharmed, like I would hope any big smallie would be during this time, no prob, right??

[acabtp]

how about a knife by the fish's head instead of a lighter for the picture? everybody brings a knife fishing (and nobody usually takes pictures of it with their fish so it would work just as well), but only smokers have lighters handy.

[ScowardNJ]

how about a knife by the fish's head instead of a lighter for the picture? everybody brings a knife fishing (and nobody usually takes pictures of it with their fish so it would work just as well), but only smokers have lighters handy.

Looks like your entry fee just went up $.99 :D

[bigfishy]

There could be ten things that one THINKS most ppl have while fishin...
a lighter was cheap thing that was small and easy to put in a pic...
A knife was thought of but we don't ALL carry one...A hat was another idea
but not ALL guys wear hats....Its a lighter period....99 cent entry fee hahaa:D

[kcritch]

I like the lighter idea becaues it may help me to rememebr to bring a cigar...which I always think of as soon as I'm out in the middle of the lake and wish I had thought of sooner! :D

[15FOOTER]

Looks like we have good support for this..and it is catch and release which is why were doing it by length not weight. So the closed season shouldnt bring negative publicity or harm fish. Its not like were going to have 50 guys hammer one lake or stretch of river in the same day. What do ya say we have this post stickied so it can stay at the top of the page so that all users can see it and participate easily.

Thanks

[Jigman13]

Love me some thick bronze... Been a while since I've tangled with a decent one.

[skippy]

Is this contest still on, or are we still on hold?

[FASTEDDIE29]

Just got off the phone with Mike Iaconelli, he said he would fish the contest but is currently on tour now. Bummer, I was looking forward to whooping up on him again like I did back in the day on the south Jersey lakes. See you soon buddy.

This is a fun little contest, who's going to bag the winner? Who's been out scouting? I have, spotted quite a few monsters when I was out Sunday morning. Man, there are some serious footballs out there ready to eat.

WHOOOOOOOOOOOOOO-HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
TIGHT LINEZ!!!!!

[15FOOTER]

Contest is ooooonnnn!!! Big thanks to andys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[acabtp]

A knife was thought of but we don't ALL carry one...
well that's the problem right there! every man should carry a knife. :p

[bigfishy]

Personally i carry one but that doesnt count cause i'm in construction....
I know plenty of hard core fisherman that dont....
shoulda , coulda , woulda's make EVERYTHING complicated

[briansnat]

I like the lighter idea becaues it may help me to rememebr to bring a cigar...which I always think of as soon as I'm out in the middle of the lake and wish I had thought of sooner! :D

Looks like you might have to forgo the cigar starting this year unless you are on a private lake.

http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2014/03/nj_assembly_votes_to_ban_smoking_at_all_parks_and_ beaches.html

[bigfishy]

Kinda sucks fer da smokers....Its all about revenue!!! same as the seatbelt laws....Just like any odd law, enforcement will be the key....Fresh air no longer belongs to the ppl living in it.....

Maybe in our lifetimes it will be like spaceballs....Air in a can fer a premium price:eek:

[ScowardNJ]

http://www.uphill.com/Brands-ENOR-s/enor-fishing-lure-lighter#.UzMxVc6cSAQ

All you need :D

[Jigman13]

HA! They come in firetiger...

[FASTEDDIE29]

http://www.uphill.com/Brands-ENOR-s/enor-fishing-lure-lighter#.UzMxVc6cSAQ

All you need :D

Awesome indeed. I need a few of those. ALRIGHTY THEN!!! Where are the Bronzeback fishermen? Who's going to throw up the first pic of a 20 inch+ JERZY BEAST? Where's the trash talk? Bring it!!!!! But remember to keep it clean, BIATCHHHHHHHEZ!!!!!:D

[bigfishy]

FIVE days and counting boyz!!! And remember, don't be bashful about posting fish smaller than 20"....Its all fish porn!!! Come april 1st , a 2" smallie will put you in the lead...When larger specimens are posted they will obviously move you into a higher place/ranking....Smallies are such beautiful fish that we would all love to see your honey hole specimens....Don't feel obligated to measure and enter every smallie you catch....Use your best judgement....And pls remember that this is a catch and release contest, so take ur pictures as quickly as possible and try to return the fish completely UNHARMED...(except for the hook hole of course)....If you choose to keep a fish remember to follow all state regulations....

http://www.nj.gov/dep/fgw/pdf/2014/digfsh14-regs.pdf

DO NOT feel obligated to tell everyone where you caught your contest entered fish....If you choose to reveal the location where you caught your fish, thank you:D

[acabtp]

here's something that i thought that'd help sweeten the contest and keep the entries coming in after a few big mommas get posted...

I'll toss in a $25 gift card to a sponsoring tackle shop (TBD) as the prize and at the end of season meet & greet we'll put all the names for people who posted entries (but didn't win one of the other prizes) in a hat and draw a winner. that way everyone's got a chance at something, even if someone finds some 8# footballs in april, hah. sound good?

[kcritch]

here's something that i thought that'd help sweeten the contest and keep the entries coming in after a few big mommas get posted...

I'll toss in a $25 gift card to a sponsoring tackle shop (TBD) as the prize and at the end of season meet & greet we'll put all the names for people who posted entries (but didn't win one of the other prizes) in a hat and draw a winner. that way everyone's got a chance at something, even if someone finds some 8# footballs in april, hah. sound good?

Great idea....that will help keep this thing going should someone post a monster early. Nicely Done!

[bigfishy]

here's something that i thought that'd help sweeten the contest and keep the entries coming in after a few big mommas get posted...

I'll toss in a $25 gift card to a sponsoring tackle shop (TBD) as the prize and at the end of season meet & greet we'll put all the names for people who posted entries (but didn't win one of the other prizes) in a hat and draw a winner. that way everyone's got a chance at something, even if someone finds some 8# footballs in april, hah. sound good?

Thanks fer da contribution!!! Gr8ly appreciated and awesome idea;)

[Jerseydix]

This should be fun. Planning my first trip to Lake Audrey now... ;)

[FishnChips]

Merrill Creek,Clinton Res. Were Bigons Live.

[FASTEDDIE29]

Great idea Tom! Thanx for the contribution! NJF SMALLIE contest is getting bigger and better everyday. Almost time boyz and girls. Are you ready? Are you really ready? I'm ready!!! Let's see some angler participation. Who's in, who's out? Who wants it all? Personally, I could definately use a new hoodie. I'M ALL IN!!!!

[FASTEDDIE29]

Merrill Creek,Clinton Res. Were Bigons Live.

Hot screen name dude! Are you going to win this contest? Are you confident? How do you feel?

[FishnChips]

Merrill Creek,Clinton Res.Were Bigons Live.Can't Wait For Ice Out.

[FASTEDDIE29]

Merrill Creek,Clinton Res.Were Bigons Live.Can't Wait For Ice Out.

They definately live in the waters you mentioned. GOOD LUCK! Your screen name is making me hungry! I'll take my order with hot sauce PLEASE!!!

[Wilson]

They definately live in the waters you mentioned. GOOD LUCK! Your screen name is making me hungry! I'll take my order with hot sauce PLEASE!!!
Funny you should say that...we just got back from the Seafare Chippery.
Fish and chips done right with Tartar sauce, fresh squeeze Lemon and Malt vinegar for the chips.
If I catch a big SMB I'm in...prob. not though:(

[FASTEDDIE29]

Funny you should say that...we just got back from the Seafare Chippery.
Fish and chips done right with Tartar sauce, fresh squeeze Lemon and Malt vinegar for the chips.
If I catch a big SMB I'm in...prob. not though:(

You'll catch a biggun!!! Oh yes you will. Post those pics when you do, the more the merrier! Now your making me hungry, FISH-N-CHIPS sounds really good right now!!!! YUMMY!!!!

[bigfishy]

First day!!! Whooooos gonna post a smallie?/???? Not me
can't git out as originally planned.....so lets see em...

[FASTEDDIE29]

Gave it a shot before the rain this morning. Didn't hook up with anything fishing low and slow. Water was slowly rising where I was. WHERE THE SMALLIES AT??????

[15FOOTER]

Their down there freezing on the bottom...laughing at the stockies lol

[GetANet]

Way to start off the contest!!!! Nice Fish......

[Wilson]

Way to start off the contest!!!! Nice Fish......
Just to be clear, I in no way expect this fish to be counted as an entry.
No lighter and no tap measure in the picture as the rules state.
But the bar has been set by a hack.
Let's see how all you profishional guys do.


And a special thanks to Moz for taking the pix with my camera, as well as being a witness:cool:
I finally caught a nice fish with someone else there to take MY pix.:D

[bigfishy]

You deff set the bar Wilson...I think you may be at the top fer a week er two maybe longer...ONLY tomorrow will tell...Gr8 catch and awesome pic bud:)

[bigfishy]

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Sorry wilson....Def thought ur fish would hold up longer:)

[bigfishy]

hopefully this will enlarge

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[Wilson]

After an intense forensic inspection this fish is 21''.
Tip: don't take a picture with the subject half in the sun and half in the shade.;)

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k505/HackerHack/403afa79-2dcd-4736-813e-8c1ce9820b56.jpg

[bigfishy]

Gr8 tip and very true....Just tryin to be quick as to not injure any large fizz...
You may have to be our ferensic inspector/pic pro for the rest of this tourney...

p.s. theres a prize with ur name on it for the first good smallie ....no tape or lighter but still the first to strike:D

[acabtp]

you shouldn't need a forensic inspection to read the pictures... the problem is that the pictures that NJFishing allows as attachments are way too small for the purposes of this contest

a modern camera or phone would never take a picture that small, so you should upload the original to photobucket, google+, your facebook, or another photo sharing site that will let you post it here larger. to be fair, every inch of that ruler ought to be legible, and you can't read any of the marks on that ruler that are in the sun.

[AVA67]

Awsome idea for a contest.

My only question is when measuring the fish…Mouth open or closed? As most of us know it is very easy to make a fish longer by opening its mouth, which is why all pro bass tourneys and all NJ fishery regulations are measured with mouth closed?

I don't really care one way or another, but I just think getting everyone on the same page would be a good idea.

[UglyStick]

you shouldn't need a forensic inspection to read the pictures... the problem is that the pictures that NJFishing allows as attachments are way too small for the purposes of this contest

a modern camera or phone would never take a picture that small, so you should upload the original to photobucket, google+, your facebook, or another photo sharing site that will let you post it here larger. to be fair, every inch of that ruler ought to be legible, and you can't read any of the marks on that ruler that are in the sun.

X2 - The pics need to be larger and the ruler markings fully legible in order to count. Also agree that the state regs for how the mouth and tail are held during measurement should be followed.

[bigfishy]

All really gr8 points here guys....Just remember this is a fun tourney with prizes donated by fellow nj.com fisherman.....Every option and/or discrepency will be discussed....There are NO cash prizes, lets remember that....If you are a REALLY good cheater , you may win:D However i don't forsee ppl cheating fer a hoodie...

If the mouth open problem bothers the key coordinaters or donaters it may be disqualified....Its only 8 days into a 7 month tourney, there will be alot more entries....Have fun with it and pls limit the amount of time the fish are out of the water and posing for pics....Fish was outta water maybe ten seconds....wouldn't close his mouth....it is what it is....Have fun and go git em guys;)

[15FOOTER]

Best I could get it. The zoomed pic shows nicely on my phone which can be seen at the meet n greet at the end in November. Try to take pics with the mouth shut. If for some reason it does not happen because your trying to get a big fish back in the water and he doesn't cooperate enter the pic anyway it will count.

[acabtp]

yeah that's better
here's that pic a little easier to see
http://www.njfishing.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=68020&d=1396965497

[ScowardNJ]

How do I know that tape measure isnt a rubber band? haha....
Solid 21" on the board! This contest could very likely come down to 1/16's of an inch so try to get the best pic you can of that measurement...
Also, it's a top 3 prize pool so don't overlook getting your dink on the board to set the bar!

[nightman973]

Looking forward to entering. Had a couple dinks but didn't have a lighter on me. I am going out tomorrow after work, I'll definitely have the required supplies!

Great idea and awesome on you guys for offering up some prizes. The best prize is the bragging rights!

[bigfishy]

Looking forward to entering. Had a couple dinks but didn't have a lighter on me. I am going out tomorrow after work, I'll definitely have the required supplies!

Great idea and awesome on you guys for offering up some prizes. The best prize is the bragging rights!

I mite head out fer a couple hours today too....No chance of dinks on my end....They cant fit my lures in their smallmouth:p

[15FOOTER]

I already hit ur spots littlefishy...dumped 20 doz shinerz in each one...with about 8 doz night crawlers...their gonna be full till sunday...might as just well waite and take me...dont make me call ur wife lol...good luck

[15FOOTER]

Jcapo...post up the dinks..we have a prize for the funniest picture and smallest fish!

[UglyStick]

Just a thought - how about we use PM's for the personal trash talkin' instead of filling up the contest thread with it... Let's leave it for posting valid entries and legitimate comments on those fish... just a thought...

[bigfishy]

I already hit ur spots littlefishy...dumped 20 doz shinerz in each one...with about 8 doz night crawlers...their gonna be full till sunday...might as just well waite and take me...dont make me call ur wife lol...good luck

I gotta hit spots you don't know about once in a while:eek:

[AndyS]

Just a thought - how about we use PM's for the personal trash talkin' instead of filling up the contest thread with it... Let's leave it for posting valid entries and legitimate comments on those fish... just a thought...

x2

[15FOOTER]

You guys sure do have a lot of ideas huh...i have one too...post more entries and less ideas whhoooosssa

[UglyStick]

Speaking with some other members of the board, we find it too easy to question pictures of just fish against a measure with a lighter in the picture. What we suggest is changing the rules to require 2 pictures... 1 with the fish against a measure with a lighter in the picture and a second picture of the angler holding the fish. We feel this will validate both the size of the fish and the validity of connecting it not only to the angler, but also the appropriate season, background, etc. Let's do this....

[15FOOTER]

Speaking with the people that put this together were going to leave the rules as we originally set them..we welcome your entries and understand your apprehensions..you dont have to participate in the contest if you do not wish to. By all means post ur reports though we all look forward to seeing them...catch em up buuuddy

[bigfishy]

Uglystick, thats a gr8 suggestion....Unfortunately not everyone needs company while fishing....Lots of guys fish alone for one reason or another....We cant simply penelize entries because an angler is alone...If you happen to be with somebody and get pictures holding the fish , thats gr8...if not, still good...This is a FUN contest, if you disagree , dont enter....

[FASTEDDIE29]

Got out this morning for half a day. Here's the best I could do fishing off land. Fish went 19 inches. Totally different ball game when your out there alone trying to take multiple pics of an entry fish. I did the best I could. Boy, the fish were hungry today. YEA BUDDY!!!

DAMN, LOL, I forgot the lighter, OOPS!!!! It happens!!!!
TIGHT LINEZ!!!:D
http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t599/fasteddie2927/DSC00659_zps90fa3133.jpg
http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t599/fasteddie2927/DSC00658_zpsd0905049.jpg

[Wilson]

Got out this morning for half a day. Here's the best I could do fishing off land. Fish went 19 inches. Totally different ball game when your out there alone trying to take multiple pics of an entry fish. I did the best I could. Boy, the fish were hungry today. YEA BUDDY!!!

DAMN, LOL, I forgot the lighter, OOPS!!!! It happens!!!!
TIGHT LINEZ!!!:D
How did you you light the...never mind, matches;)

[15FOOTER]

Yeeeah eddie niiice fish...good colors!! First of many hopefully!

[GetANet]

Beautiful fish my man.......!

[njfisherman1975]

Nice fish Eddie!

[bigfishy]

Yeah buddy!!! on da board!!! good stuff:D:D:D

[PeteyHD]

Cant wait to get the Kayak out and make something happen soon. I usually hit the lakes for largemouths but I guess I will be switching up the strategy this season! See you guys on the board soon!!! ;)

[NorthJerzyG]

Nice fish so far guys!! Glad you didn't set the bar too high, lol....

[15FOOTER]

No need to top these fish..theres a prize for smallest fish and funniest picture. Post up whatever ya got!!!!

[FASTEDDIE29]

Post em up fellas. It's a lllllooooooooooooooooonnnngggggg contest. Anybody got any SMALLIE pics? Hello? Anyone? Go get em guys and gals! You heard the man, there's all kinds of prizes to win.

YEA BUDDY!!! TIGHT LINEZ!!!

[bigfishy]

Don't forget that these prizes are donated by njfishing.com members....So there is no limit as to how many prizes there mite be....As ppl donate prizes they will be listed...I have a few ideas for prizes that i plan on donating....Not saying if they are gonna be big or small prizes, gotta see what the participation is gonna be like before i post these donations:D

Before the rains , i saw some hefty fish come outta the delaware on live bait...

Catch em up fellas!!!!:D:):D

[NorthJerzyG]

Here's my first entry for the contest. 16" smallie that smashed a jerkbait. Quick measure and off she went. Like I said before, would only be good for third, and the season is still young, but that third place prize sounds tasty!! :D

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i419/NorthjerzyG/Mobile%20Uploads/FOTA84F.jpg (http://s1092.photobucket.com/user/NorthjerzyG/media/Mobile%20Uploads/FOTA84F.jpg.html)

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i419/NorthjerzyG/Mobile%20Uploads/FOT3F2E.jpg (http://s1092.photobucket.com/user/NorthjerzyG/media/Mobile%20Uploads/FOT3F2E.jpg.html)

[acabtp]

nice fish and a couple great examples of how to take a picture of your fish!
Here's my first entry for the contest. 16" smallie that smashed a jerkbait. Quick measure and off she went. Like I said before, would only be good for third, and the season is still young, but that third place prize sounds tasty!! :D

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i419/NorthjerzyG/Mobile%20Uploads/FOTA84F.jpg (http://s1092.photobucket.com/user/NorthjerzyG/media/Mobile%20Uploads/FOTA84F.jpg.html)

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i419/NorthjerzyG/Mobile%20Uploads/FOT3F2E.jpg (http://s1092.photobucket.com/user/NorthjerzyG/media/Mobile%20Uploads/FOT3F2E.jpg.html)

[bigfishy]

Nice work!!! welcome to the board:D

[15FOOTER]

I like the lighter man..!! Go Blue!!!

[ScowardNJ]

Here's my first entry for the contest. 16" smallie that smashed a jerkbait. Quick measure and off she went. Like I said before, would only be good for third, and the season is still young, but that third place prize sounds tasty!! :D

Haha! I'm loving the interest in the 3rd place prize! We're gonna start seeing smallies with their tails cut off pretty soon to fall into that slot....:D

[Hooked4Life]

First day out and nice to be back. Picked this one up just where I thought they might be. Photo is a bit tough to take in the heat of the moment; trying to get it done quickly and accurately. (think I'll pick up a measuring board to help) In any event, thinking 18.75" is a fair measurement. Picked up 1 other before things turned off and we were sent scrambling. Can't complain...just back to the books to prepare for the next trip out.

First fish of the year goes out to by co-worker/fishing buddy who passed on last week. This season's for you Dan B.

http://s13.postimg.org/uuhdg2kdf/4_20_18_75_img2.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/uuhdg2kdf/)

http://s9.postimg.org/66jc1578r/4_20_18_75.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/66jc1578r/)

[bigfishy]

Welcome aboard!!!! nice entry...
Any details on the catch???Depth, technique, baits??

[FASTEDDIE29]

Nice SMALLIE ya got there dude. Healthy fish, great colors. Nice entry!:D

[Hooked4Life]

Welcome aboard!!!! nice entry...
Any details on the catch???Depth, technique, baits??

Thanks & sure: water temp 47°, 20ft depth, small sinking/suspending jerkbait fished SLOW just off the bottom.

[15FOOTER]

Thanks for the info..thats a beautiful fish! I like the camo stripes on him. Water is still chilly @47 degrees nice job.

[Basstrackerhp]

Went to Clinton Friday and picked up 5. Then hit oak ridge Saturday picked
Up 4 SM and 1 LM this is biggest SM 19 1/2" forgot tape used my fish board
Numbers a little hard to see will remember the tape next one.

[15FOOTER]

Yeah buddy..monster smallie!!! Really solid fish so far!!!

[NJTransplant]

@Hookedforlife ....thaz a good pic ...placement of the ruler an all ...for the record I HAVE a non- biased opinion as I was disqualified due to me residence ....cause they're all be affraid ima gunna catch a fatty cause I live in CO :D....but truth be told if you know your sheiiot .....NJ has just as good of a quality of fisheries ...... I know I'm originally from central jersey. ....so not for nothin .....how bout someone needing 3 thumbs( or smilley faces or sumtin) up for a measurement to be considered and if ya dont get it dont be a beioootch about it . ......it'll make people take better pics n measurements .... ... there's not many pics up of catches, so people can go back and look at the posted pics and say yay or nay so everyone is included ...... but that is a perttey LOOOOOOONNGGG SMALLIE :eek:

[15FOOTER]

Ur not disqualified due to residence man...just gotta catch em in nj so come on back lol Post up some Colorado fish..wed love to see them...not quite sure what ya mean about the smile face or 3 thumbs though? Sarcasm maybe..if not though please elaborate lol

[NJTransplant]

a little Sumtin from today ....3/4 ounce home made black and blue football jig.

[GetANet]

Some Nice Smallies that dude is catching in CO!!!!
I know all his tricks!!!!;)

[15FOOTER]

Niiice fishy!

[skippy]

Maybe its me, but has anyone noticed that some people measure the fish starting at the 1 inch mark and not zero?

[NorthJerzyG]

Maybe its me, but has anyone noticed that some people measure the fish starting at the 1 inch mark and not zero?

Unless you have a second set of hands, it's tough to get it just right.

Anyway, here's my new entry. Not a 21"..... But, bigger than my first entry . I'm callin it 17 5/8", lol. Fat girl on a crankbait, great fight.

.http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i419/NorthjerzyG/IMAG0100_1.jpg (http://s1092.photobucket.com/user/NorthjerzyG/media/IMAG0100_1.jpg.html)

http://i1092.photobucket.com/albums/i419/NorthjerzyG/IMAG0103_1.jpg (http://s1092.photobucket.com/user/NorthjerzyG/media/IMAG0103_1.jpg.html)

[15FOOTER]

Nice fish guys. Here are the standings so far
Bigfishy 21"
Basstracker 19.5"
Fasteddie 19"
Hooked4life. 18.75"
NorthjerseyG 17.5" fat

Its only early may..post up some entries...Goood Luuck!!

[Jigman13]

GetANet has an 18.75" fish on my post from yesterday. I just haven't moved it over yet!

[FASTEDDIE29]

Nice fish so far fellaz!!! It's so early. Let's GIT-R-DONE! Who's got a SMALLIE hidden that they haven't posted yet? Let's see the BEASTS!!!!:D

[15FOOTER]

Post up get a nets fizzy and well get him up there!! Im gonna try to get on the board tom too..skunksville on the smalliez so far..im cursed!

[Jigman13]

GetANet's 18.75" SMB from 5-10-14

[FASTEDDIE29]

Alrighty then!!! Found some BRONZE this morning, most were 14-16 inches. Managed one bruiser at 20 3/4 inches. I had to slide down the cliff I was fishing off of to land this fish. In the process of sliding down this cliff I managed to rip a nice hole in my new waders as well as my jeans and boxers. Pretty awesome chunk of skin came out of my backside as well. YEA BUDDY!!! As long as the fish was landed safely that's all that matters. My initial measurement of this fish is 20 3/4 inches. The tape moved and the ground was not level where and when I took the pic. Bare with me here and don't be too critical. GO GET EM' BOYZ!!!!!

TIGHT LINEZ!!!:D
http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t599/fasteddie2927/DSC00755_zpsb397b8c8.jpg
http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t599/fasteddie2927/DSC00756_zps8339b505.jpg
http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t599/fasteddie2927/DSC00758_zps44b6d340.jpg

[Jigman13]

Nice bronzoni... River hawgin'! Sounds like you had to pay for that fish with sweat and blood!!

[bigfishy]

Way to go bro !!! i had to do a little landscrapin on my bigger one too, but you got it far worse....Way to bring em to thumb:D

[NJTransplant]

Eggknots .....AKA GETANET is my IDOL !

[XXlyakattacker]

bad pic but all I have 18"

[15FOOTER]

Niiicw fish guys

[AndyS]

Throwin' my hat in.........

[Delawareriver]

Nice fish everyone. Love me some smallies

[tjc76]

Finally getting on the board. Entering for smallest fish so far (I think). 15 incher from the NB Raritan today.

[Jigman13]

15" but chubby! Nice fish dude.

[AndyS]

Thats a NICE bronze from the N Branch !!!

[FASTEDDIE29]

That's a chubby Smallie!!! Nice fish dude!!!!

[Jigman13]

GetANet's 21.5" SMB from 5/25/14

[FASTEDDIE29]

BEAST ALERT!!! Looks like we have a new leader boyz and girlz! Nice fish GRIZZLY BEAR!!!

[GetANet]

Quality photo work Jeremy! That fish had some nice colors to it and I didn't think it was that big till it went airborne in front of us!!! Went to weight the fish and as I lowered the fish down and the weight was calculating the fish made one large swing off its tail and the scale exploded! Pieces all over and the two of us laughing as she was released exact weight still unknown!!!

[FASTEDDIE29]

Time for a new tape measure maybe, just saying! It's good to be able to see the numbers!!!

[acabtp]

Time for a new tape measure maybe, just saying! It's good to be able to see the numbers!!!
for real.

bigger pictures would be nice too... we all know that the size limit for pictures that you upload direct to NJF is tiny, so toss the full size ones up on photobucket, facebook, google+ or whatever to share them instead. show those fish off in all their glory. saves you the step of having to resize them smaller before posting them anyway.

[GetANet]

Thought about some of my previous post and edited it accordingly. I thought this was a Let's have some fun and basic rules and rely on the Honor System. If anybody has a question regarding the size I will withdraw the entry. Really kinda annoyed with all the F'n Negitivity on the site. Yes, I understand IT WOULD be nicer to see a better tape measure to see the numbers but I'm not running out to buy one. Both Jeremy and Myself do the best we can with what we have on hand. Almost every fish pic/measurement/angle/how the fish is positioned on the ruler and ON and ON can be questioned and commented on or called out or argued over. Everybody's crying about posts and it's really starting to get old.
Post what you want. Pm what you want but save all the BS for some place else.
Fish More WHINE less!!!
I knew when this whole thing started this was what it was going to turn into!
Am I a genius NOT BY ANY MEANS BUT it's just COMMON SENSE!

[FASTEDDIE29]

If you get aggravated reading posts on fishing sites you need counseling and anger management. That tape measure is what they use to measure you up in a tuxedo/ suit shop. BLAH, BLAH, BLAH!!! The fish is in the lead right now but your tape measure sucks plain and simple. I'll call you on it. I have 23 tape measures, I'd be happy to give you one CRANK. Buncha BITCHES! Can't handle a little criticism!!! WHATEVER!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!

[AndyS]

I don't think you have to re-size the pics now, Gerry took care of that also.

[Jigman13]

I have the full size pics on my laptop. The tape does suck but it's all we had. I can email them to anyone who wants to post them on the sites referenced by acabtp... I don't have accounts with them unfortunately. Can anyone assist? PM me if you can. Thanks and catch em' up guys!

[Jigman13]

I don't think you have to re-size the pics now, Gerry took care of that also.

I tried. It prompted me that pics larger than 800 x 800 pixels were a no go. Had to trim them up to fit.

[bigfishy]

pls don't withdraw.....My partner and myself may or may not have final say but DONT withdraw....Tough to say much about the tape measure used as i used the same exact type fer my first entry....But i dont see da numbers......Honer system does apply but is not the say all be all, otherwise why have a tape measure in the pic or a lighter?

VERY nice catch sir....but expect critisism even if its constructive

[acabtp]

yeah man take it easy, nobody's sayin your fish wasn't the size you said it was or anything, just that it's really hard to tell what's going from those pictures. it's a fishing site, everybody likes nice big pictures of fish, you know? besides, it IS a fishing contest, with a bunch of sweet prizes, and you just took the lead, obviously you brought your "A" game fishing... so give that trophy smallie it's due with some awesome pictures.

Yes, I understand IT WOULD be nicer to see a better tape measure to see the numbers but I'm not running out to buy one.
as was previously mentioned, some of us had to run out and buy a lighter...

photobucket is easy and free. to get started, just head over to www.photobucket.com and click on sign in to make an account. upload some pictures to your account and then next to each one will be an "IMG code" for that picture. just paste that code into a post here, and that's all you've got to do... big pictures nice and easy.

here's a link to the support page on photobucket about embedding images
http://support.photobucket.com/hc/en-us/articles/200724324-Linking-and-Embedding-Images
again, IMG code is what you want to work here on NJF

[FASTEDDIE29]

Thanx for the post Tom!!! I don't expect my fish to be entered at the 20 3/4 inches that it was. I took a crappy pic and just wanted to get the fish back in the water. All after diving off a cliff to land the fish. Stuff happens, I'd be happy taking 20 1/4 inches for that beast I caught. Criticism happens, deal with it!!!!

P.S. I got my eyes on a 23-24 incher and most won't believe where she's going to come from. That's if I can get this old girl to chew........ LOL!!!!!

[15FOOTER]

Put that beast on the board..count it at 21.5..your the leader as of now..ill beat ya in october lol..have fun post pics..please get a new tape..but ur fish counts as 21.5 no iffs ands or butts everyone chiilll...catch em up..congrats!!!

[GetANet]

Gotta stoke the fire every now and then right? :rolleyes:

[FASTEDDIE29]

Love stirring the pot and stoking the fire. I call em as I see em. The boys that started this awesome contest got criticized for there shitty tape as well. Roll with it and keep catching!!!

TIGHT LINEZ!!!!!!:D

P.S. I love you all very much. Buncha WACKJOBS. You are my extended family, period!!!!!

[Jigman13]

photobucket is easy and free. to get started, just head over to www.photobucket.com and click on sign in to make an account. upload some pictures to your account and then next to each one will be an "IMG code" for that picture. just paste that code into a post here, and that's all you've got to do... big pictures nice and easy.

here's a link to the support page on photobucket about embedding images
http://support.photobucket.com/hc/en-us/articles/200724324-Linking-and-Embedding-Images
again, IMG code is what you want to work here on NJF

Thanks dude. I'll do that tonight.

And yes, the tape ain't the best. I got it from bass pro for $0.99! Neither is my old ass smartphone that I used to snap the pic. Guess I have two things that need upgrading lol...

I went and opened up the full size of the file and zoomed in a bit and it's dead on 21.5". Can you zoom in on photobucket?

15footer, tell me more about October!!! Lol...

[15FOOTER]

Only reason i dont have my 25" entered is because my tape was to small lol..lots of time left fellas i say we all hit our favorite place at the same time soon with the getanet and 15footer..eddie theres room u should come..anyone have weds free this week?

[Jigman13]

25"???? That's a whale dude! I'd lose my shit seeing that thing come up! Lol. Sweet, sweet fish without a doubt!

[15FOOTER]

Haha jigman thats all sarcasm..im no where near 25" lol biggest smallie for me this year is like 18 and change..did nail a 23" last year though

[jimmythegreek]

is the grand prize a new boat???? ..........if dale and jeremy say it was 21.5 then Ill put my money it was dead on, this is a friendly contest and when 2 veteran members in the same boat give u the # its good in my book........and by the way I was right next to them in my boat w Wilson and it was every bit of big and thick, very nice fish Dale

[The Birdman]

18:D

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag96/jsels/IMG_2064_zpse1e21104.jpg (http://s1300.photobucket.com/user/jsels/media/IMG_2064_zpse1e21104.jpg.html)

[The Birdman]

Bigger this morning. This guy was tough to keep still. I dont like holdin fish out for to long hard to get tail in picture. Need a better tape! Same tape as above ^picture. most importantly, the bass was released unharmed and strong to catch again.
Really fun day out there
She was 21 1/2"

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag96/jsels/IMG_3172_zpsf11314a3.jpg (http://s1300.photobucket.com/user/jsels/media/IMG_3172_zpsf11314a3.jpg.html)
http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag96/jsels/IMG_8617_zps6e8c9662.png (http://s1300.photobucket.com/user/jsels/media/IMG_8617_zps6e8c9662.png.html)
http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag96/jsels/IMG_5843_zps261550ae.jpg (http://s1300.photobucket.com/user/jsels/media/IMG_5843_zps261550ae.jpg.html)
Tail slid a lil b4 the start of the tape
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[Jigman13]

Beast alert!!!

[GetANet]

That's a pig ! Beautiful Fish!

[The Birdman]

Thanks guys, @GetANet nice fish too man!
Pretty cool how the colors are so different on these pigs.

Now im going for that giant. a smallie that isnt measured in inches but FEET.
lets goooooo, rt78 vs rt23:rolleyes:

[15FOOTER]

Nice fiish!! I like the 78 vs 23 thing..we may have to squad up now even though i dont have a fish on the board yet lol..lets go rt78..congrats on the hoggy man

[bigfishy]

Gr8 job to all who have entered the smallie contest....I think the recent posters are starting to motivate me into checkin on a few local spots.....My pet smallies won't be super aggressive again until the fall, but kinda like the lottery, if you don't play ya cant win....

Guys don't forget to be creative with ur pics ....Its not just a big fish contest....There will be prizes fer smallest fish and funniest pics but if possible pls release...

[Mikew36]

I'm headed to RV this weekend, you all better watch out !!

Just kidding i am a horrible fisherman but luck is a wonderful thing !!

If anyone is out there this weekend i will be on an old basstracker with a 9.9 and bow mount troller. Don't be afraid to say hi !!

:D:D

[Esox Luciano]

Def not a winner but I finally got out to my smallie hole and pull a few out. Gotta start somewhere, this 1will break the ice for me.

[Esox Luciano]

...pichttp://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a573/Realdeal47/IMG198_zps232acd6f.jpg (http://s1284.photobucket.com/user/Realdeal47/media/IMG198_zps232acd6f.jpg.html)

[kmaty]

What are the standings? Cant wait to put a fish on the board!

[Jigman13]

I think 2 21.5" fish are at the top with a 20.5" right behind it...

[kmaty]

I think 2 21.5" fish are at the top with a 20.5" right behind it...
__________________ very nice! Congrats to whomever! One day soon im guna break out the freshwater pencil popers!

[Wilson]

@ Esox....nice vintage Scripto fly in the fuel tank lighter!

[Esox Luciano]

Thanks Wilson, last resort lure haha! Nah, fishing legacy,even better. Still works great2!

[15FOOTER]

Got this guy 6/13.. 21" Ill try to get the standings updated one day this week..maybe bigfishy can get it done sooner? Keep going guys there are definitely 23" plus fish out there...Good luck!

[FASTEDDIE29]

Got this guy 6/13.. 21" Ill try to get the standings updated one day this week..maybe bigfishy can get it done sooner? Keep going guys there are definitely 23" plus fish out there...Good luck!

Nice catch buddy! Very nice fish! :D

[GetANet]

That's the way to get on the board Gary!!!!!

[15FOOTER]

Nice fish so far for the contest fellas. As of now we have 15 entries. The updated standings are:
1 Getanet 21.5
1 Birdman 21.5
2.Bigfishy 21
2.15footer 21
3 Fasteddie 20.75
4 Basstrackerhp 19.5
5 Andys 19.25
6 Fasteddie 19
7 Hookedforlife 18.75
7 Getanet 18.75
8 Birdman 18
9. Northjerzeyg 17.5
10 TJC76 15

Essoxlucciano 14.5 Wilson and xxyakattacker I cant see your photos anymore?
Great contest so far! Who is going to be the first to crack 22"???? Those of you concerned with spot burning...watch your background..this thread has over 10,000 views :cool: Since we all have some practice now with the pic requirements and the measurements are getting close lets all make sure we have big tapes to prevent blow ups :D Remember ANYONE can enter at ANYTIME. Were going to try to do a prize update soon and maybe talk about the meet and greet for fall as we head into the dog days of summer. Again all beautiful fish fellas..look at what New Jersey has to offer!

[FASTEDDIE29]

Great job on the update broski! Some really nice fish entered so far. Who's going to catch that 24-25 inch RIVER MONSTER BRONZE? I've seen a few of them already this year but haven't been able to get these old girls to eat. She's out there, trust me!!!:D

[Wilson]

Hey 15 Footer. I'm flattered you that you remembered my Trout opening day Bass....so here it is.
Not a winner or even a contender.

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k505/HackerHack/8ece6674-1cd7-46bd-be1b-80a6b20d61b9.jpg

[15FOOTER]

Still a beautiful fish though!

[liveitup1.75liter]

Let me get in on this!! My two best.. No lighter in 2 nd pic cuz fish was worn out n lighter wasn't in my pocket if u follow my post ud see I got em today.. its ligit.. 20 n 21 in.. I gotta say River smallies fight harder!!

[bigfishy]

Bueller ,......................... Bueller ??? anyone

[GetANet]

Been quiet lately, The thread will start kickin again in the fall. We all know they are gonna be bigger and feedin up for the winter.
I am winning not tying for first!:p
Sorry Bird Man LOL!!!!!

[The Birdman]

haha im not settling for a TIE either @Getanet!
The next one is gone be measured in feet, not inches!

I have been on the smallies a lot still but nothing over the 21.5 mark. they are all skinny now. fall should great for some 2footers. lets goooo

[liveitup1.75liter]

Don't get to comfy in that spot there boyzz.. All im sayin

[FASTEDDIE29]

I know something you don't know!!! BWAAAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!! Love me some river Smallies, that is all!!!!:D

[GetANet]

There is NO COMFORT being tied for first as there is PLENTY OF TIME LEFT and there are many highly skilled anglers who I'm sure will be postin up some biggin's come fall.
I didn't intentionally fish to win the contest, Just happened to be in the right place at the right time so to say.
I know they will be fattin up for fall and will be back on em' again soon enough.
I would be quite surprised if a 21.5 won it all.
I figure one will need at least a 22-24 to win it but just enjoying the moment as I always do...........
I heard a JERK BAIT in the fall is Killer!!!!:rolleyes:

[The Birdman]

We are def not gona win with these 2 fish.....and that is because Im pullin out a 2 footer one of these trips:D
and the winner aint comin outa river ! it gna be a 16 year old football pulled outa the deep:eek:

[FASTEDDIE29]

and the winner aint comin outa river ! it gna be a 16 year old football pulled outa the deep:eek:[/QUOTE]

LOL, how confident are you? How bout a side bet?

[tjc76]

A 20 inch senior citizen from the big P today. Couldn't have weighed more than 3.

[Jigman13]

wow... poor thing is emaciated! good length on her though! what'd she hit?

[tjc76]

wow... poor thing is emaciated! good length on her though! what'd she hit?

Fish hit a Keitech. This was my second over 20 out of the river. The other from last year was 20 1/4 and went 4 lb 5 oz on my scale. I didn't weigh this one. Back in the water quickly. Last year's.

[GetANet]

Hearin a lot of smack there Tom but I don't see any pics yet!!!!!!!!!!!

[Jigman13]

Fish hit a Keitech. This was my second over 20 out of the river. The other from last year was 20 1/4 and went 4 lb 5 oz on my scale. I didn't weigh this one. Back in the water quickly. Last year's.

That's a sweet, sweet piece o bronze. River freight train!

[The Birdman]

Anybody still fishin bronze ??
http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag96/jsels/IMG_9636_zps2ee61515.png (http://s1300.photobucket.com/user/jsels/media/IMG_9636_zps2ee61515.png.html)

[GetANet]

staying sharp eh? Beautiful Smallie !!!
Still gonna beat ya though!!!! Saving the Beast for the end!!!:eek:

[FASTEDDIE29]

Hey, hey, hey!!!! Is anybody in it to win it? How you anglers feeling? Guess what? I know something you don't know!!! LOL! In all seriousness I know of 5 fish over 22 inches that have been caught over the last 10 days. Guess what else!?!?!? The fish came out of NJ's finest river systems! Oh, ummmmmmm, did I tell you to bring your A game? Yep, I did! Just sayin! If your going for TOP HONORS in this lil contest, you better enter big!!!! Rivas are on fire. I've never seen anything this FAT come out of a lake or res. Good luck kidz. Multiple 22+ entries coming soon. Not saying there from me but I know something you don't know. OMG, and it's still early! I think I just crapped my pants knowing that these fish can grow another 1/2 inch in the next 2 months. WOW! TIGHT LINEZ!!!!!!:D

[The Birdman]

When i saw that fasteddie posted on the thread i thought for sure he had a nice entry !
But it looks like its just another fish story about big fish to come out the river :rolleyes::D

[FASTEDDIE29]

When i saw that fasteddie posted on the thread i thought for sure he had a nice entry !
But it looks like its just another fish story about big fish to come out the river :rolleyes::D

Tweet, tweet BIG BIRD!!!!:D Just another fish story, ehhhh buddy boy!?!? Time will tell............... Gotta stir the pot a lil bit. Wolf packs are starting to form...............:)

[Mikeps326]

I know I won't be catching anything near to top any of these fish so i figured I will post my smallest caught this past saturday. Its almost 6 in and weight less than a feather lol. My lure might have been bigger.

[Jigman13]

Nice mikeps! And next to the mini bic lighter! Isn't there a prize for smallest and funniest pics, too??

[Mikeps326]

Thanks jigman, I couldn't use a big bic cause it would take up more of the picture than the fish lol and I had no matches to take a picture next to it.

[Jigman13]

Using matches wouldve been pretty hilarious and original... Great idea!

[DRiverRat]

Originally Posted by The Birdman View Post
When i saw that fasteddie posted on the thread i thought for sure he had a nice entry !
But it looks like its just another fish story about big fish to come out the river
Tweet, tweet BIG BIRD!!!! Just another fish story, ehhhh buddy boy!?!? Time will tell............... Gotta stir the pot a lil bit. Wolf packs are starting to form...............

Ha ha.... F.E. is in my backyard...... Birdie, put up or shut up.... this is serious. I'm in and I'll post up...... when it's time.

[FASTEDDIE29]

originally posted by the birdman view post
when i saw that fasteddie posted on the thread i thought for sure he had a nice entry !
But it looks like its just another fish story about big fish to come out the river
tweet, tweet big bird!!!! Just another fish story, ehhhh buddy boy!?!? Time will tell............... Gotta stir the pot a lil bit. Wolf packs are starting to form...............

Ha ha.... F.e. Is in my backyard...... Birdie, put up or shut up.... This is serious. I'm in and i'll post up...... When it's time.

exactly!!!!!!! Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha!!!!!:d

[kmaty]

Heading out early am! Where everybody been?! Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[GetANet]

Ain't seen much as of late, lookin like Birdman and myself will be sharing first prize!!!!
Hear a lot of smack but no pics yet!!!!
I think I'm gonna start looking for the winner next weekend.
Would have fished this weekend but had to help the Giants get their first W of the season...... Even though I am a DieHard JETS Fan!!!!!
Got tickets for free........

[kmaty]

Been touchy tryin to find the cow plenty of micro to mid teen sized ones tho...lets see some entries!

[GetANet]

TIME IS TICKING BOYZ!!!!! Haven't seen any fish in a LOOOOOONG time!
What like two weeks left I can't believe nobody caught a Biggin!!!!!
OR HAVE THEY AND THEY ARE HOLDIN OUT TILL THE LAST DAY?
I am NOT GONNA BE HAPPY!!!
If you got it LET'S SEE IT!!!!!!!

[AndyS]

Just shoring up my 5th place position, I'm surprised and glad with that.:)

[FASTEDDIE29]

15footer? Bigfishy? Where da bruisers at? I don't catch anything, I suck! Times a ticking away! What's going on with the awards ceremony? Hello! Hello! Anybody alive out there in Bronzeback nation? Let's see some HAWGS!!!

[Andrushkin33]

Was there something about catching the smallest one. Cause I know for sure I can snag the smallest one out there. But I can only post a picture when I stop using them for bait.:)

Andre

[GetANet]

TICK-TOCK TICK-TOCK Only a few days left
Better get out there this weekend if your not coming to the M&G!!!!!:D

I wear a 3X Hoodie Just in case your wondering!!!;)
Na still feelin on edge like somebody's gonna slap a Biggin up on the board!!:eek:

[FASTEDDIE29]

This is really bad! No word from the fellaz running this thread! I'm confused! Guess I'll take over being as I stick to the plan when I run my MEET-N-GREETS. We need to have some kind of award ceremony or BBQ. Gotta give the credit where credit is due. Anyone have any ideas? If not, then I'll just mail the 2nd place prize to that lucky angler. What do we do about the ties? Hello slackers!!!!!! Times a tickin............:D

[15FOOTER]

Heeey guys....Im back. I had to take some time off to tend to family obligations. I have not been on here in about 2 mths and have done absolutely no fishing so I have no idea whats going on lol. I am going to read through the past bunch of posts and figure out how to get this thing back on track. Sorry guys

[15FOOTER]

OK so in looking back through the thread it doesent look like there are any entries that change the standings?? I browsed fast please double check. What do you guys think about either this Sunday 11/2 or next Sunday 11/9 some place on the Raritan River to do some fishing until 1pm then then hand out a prizes and shoot the sheet. I say the Raritan because I feel like that is centrally located for most. I am 100% open to other ideas. I still have the Carhartt hoody with smallie logo for 1st and I can come up with a second and third if need be. If anyone else has prize ideas or donations as stated earlier in this thread please post up. I know I haven't been supporting this and feel bad but life threw a hell of a curve and I had to do what I had to do :rolleyes:. Again I'm sorry. I have some decent portable grills if were looking at a park setting.

Looks like I may have to get a bigger sweatshirt if no one knocks off Dale:eek:

[kcritch]

Welcome back dude. Hope all is good with the family.

So boys now that 15 is back and to not cause any confusion forget about my post and go with this..I'll take mine down just to make sure we don't get guys going in two directions.

15footer...recheck the posts...liveitup had one at 21 that would put him in the running. And TJC76 had one at 20. And then there is Mikeps326 with his post for smallest at just under 6.

Wilson...Sorry about the change in plans. The wife will definitely be sad that you are not coming! :D

OK so in looking back through the thread it doesent look like there are any entries that change the standings?? I browsed fast please double check. What do you guys think about either this Sunday 11/2 or next Sunday 11/9 some place on the Raritan River to do some fishing until 1pm then then hand out a prizes and shoot the sheet. I say the Raritan because I feel like that is centrally located for most. I am 100% open to other ideas. I still have the Carhartt hoody with smallie logo for 1st and I can come up with a second and third if need be. If anyone else has prize ideas or donations as stated earlier in this thread please post up. I know I haven't been supporting this and feel bad but life threw a hell of a curve and I had to do what I had to do :rolleyes:. Again I'm sorry. I have some decent portable grills if were looking at a park setting.

Looks like I may have to get a bigger sweatshirt if no one knocks off Dale:eek:

[15FOOTER]

Kcritch..whats goin on..if u guys have a plan ill jump in line..i just havent been able to read too many posts and catch up..just lemme know whats going on..call me if you still have my number..if you guys have a plan already or had standings thought up we dont have to change just let me know.


Eddie im sorry broham i had much bigger plans for this..i dropped the ball.

[15FOOTER]

Thanks to jigman for reaching out to remind me about all of this btw !!!

[15FOOTER]

Damn im slow lol..kcritch i saw ur post a few posts up if you are gracious enough to host thats amazing. Dont change anything. I got the sweatshirt and prize for smallest most creative. Ill also bring some meats and whatever else you may want. Sorry for jumpin back in all herky jerky just got reminded of all this at 7 30 tonight

[kcritch]

Damn im slow lol..kcritch i saw ur post a few posts up if you are gracious enough to host thats amazing. Dont change anything. I got the sweatshirt and prize for smallest most creative. Ill also bring some meats and whatever else you may want. Sorry for jumpin back in all herky jerky just got reminded of all this at 7 30 tonight

No problem dude...I just threw that up there to see if guys were interested and to give an option. It was only up here a few hours and I'm pretty sure only two guys saw it. (Wilson and eddie) We didn't make any solid plans or anything. As for the standings I just saw those few entries after your last tally and figured you did not have time yet to read everything. Let's see what everyone wants to do and what dates works best for most based on your last post and go from there. It's all good.

[15FOOTER]

Ok nice..just had a panic attack about forgetting this..fasteddie whats second place?

[FASTEDDIE29]

Well, well, well, good morning Smallie thread. Alright Gary good to see you back on top of things. Roll with the gameplan. Njf BBQ at Kcritch's lovely home. We can either order food or throw some man meat on the grill. It will be an awesome time, no doubt!

The situation. Birdman and my homie GetAnet tied for first. Bigfishy, 15footer and Liveitup1.75 tied for second. I'm not sure what to do. I will get the second place winner a 75 dollar gift card to Effingers. But I can't shell out 225.00 for a 3 way tie. Need some serious thought on this tie situation. Maybe first goes to the guy with the clearest picture. As well as for second. I really don't know. It's been a fun little contest and I'm still looking for those last minute entries.

Definitely need more donations for prizes, especially the tie situation. If you fellaz have any ideas, let's here em. Maybe the guys all tied up can have a fish off. Maybe the boyz can arm wrestle for first place. I'll be putting my money on GetAnet if that happens. LOL!!! Alright boyz, the time is now. Let's get something set in stone like NOW!

TIGHT LINEZ!!!

[tautog]

Usually the first fish entered wins in the case of ties in saltwater tourneys.

[ScowardNJ]

I said I would throw in a case of some of NJ's finest craft brews thinking I would at least have a fish in the running,.:mad: I'm still good for it! If there is a BBQ in the works I bet it wont last long:D

[kcritch]

I said I would throw in a case of some of NJ's finest craft brews thinking I would at least have a fish in the running,.:mad: I'm still good for it! If there is a BBQ in the works I bet it wont last long:D

That's great dude...thanks...BBQ details going up now.

[kcritch]

Ok so 15Footer, FastEddie, and I are in sync and here are the details....

November 15th Smallie BBQ at my house in Bridgewater. Start time 2PM...so if you want to fish in the morning we don't have to hear that we ruined your day!!!:D

I'll have a keg on tap (always do! :rolleyes:), and the fire pit going.

We'll probably get the grill going so if you want to bring something PM me, Eddie , and 15Footer so we know.

Prizes for 1st, Second, and Third, Smallest Fish, Funniest Pic have been confirmed as planned. Final Standings to be posted after the Official close of Novemebr 1st. (And we don't wanna hear no sheet about it...this for fun so shut up and enjoy it you crazy bastards...:D)

Need a good accurate headcount as soon as possible so post up here as soon as you can boys....would hate to not have enough beer! :eek: Address will be supplied through PM and word of mouth so you gotta let us know you're in.

Wilson - I got you down for tending the fire...and I have a bottle of Scotch for you already. I don't drink the stuff and I got it as a gift so it's all yours if you want it...Chivas Regal 12YR if that's OK. Just let me know.

Look forward to seeing you guys and meeting some new faces.

Here we go!!!

[Wilson]

I'm in.... I don't want disappoint your wife:rolleyes:
I'll have some of your scotch and I'll bring my own too so you can taste the difference:cool:
So will the weather be...too effing windy, too cold, too hot or just right?

[FASTEDDIE29]

I'll be there with my son Chase! Hope that's alright! He's a cute lil guy! Can't wait, good times had by all!:D

[GetANet]

Of course I will be there hopefully to collect my hoodie!!!
Either way am expecting a good time cause it's always a great time when the NJF Gang gets together!!!!

[AndyS]

I'm bringing the whole family, hope you have lots of food !!!!:D

[FASTEDDIE29]

Usually the first fish entered wins in the case of ties in saltwater tourneys.

Thanx for your insight dude! That's what I thought but wasn't sure. We're rolling with it. First place is going to the first fish entered.

Alright boyz, once we figure out who's coming to this BBQ were going to have to figure out the menu. Thoughts? Order or grill?

[Wilson]

Thanx for your insight dude! That's what I thought but wasn't sure. We're rolling with it. First place is going to the first fish entered.

Alright boyz, once we figure out who's coming to this BBQ were going to have to figure out the menu. Thoughts? Order or grill?

Ordering out is the easiest and allows everyone to keep their head in the party.....my 02.

[15FOOTER]

Im in thanks again for hosting kcritch..dug through my whole store finally found a 3xl lol..hoodie will start getting embroidered tommorrow...also have some other cool prizes..highpower headlamp...700 lumen led flashilight..and a digital fish scale. Any thoughts how we should distribute these??

[kcritch]

Cool....As for the extra prizes...I think we should use them for the tie situations so that everyone that had a fish in the top three or four spots gets something. We could also raffle one off for the guys who show up for the event. Little extra incentive to show up boys.....even if you didn't enter a fish. Or if you're like me and didn't even catch a smaillie in NJ this year! At least I can't remember catching one...that's sad.

[AndyS]

On the edge of my seat !! And the winners are................

[15FOOTER]

Noo last minute entries huh :rolleyes:?? We will post the results tommorrow.

[FASTEDDIE29]

And the winners are as follows..........

1st place, GetAnet, 21.5 inches
2nd place, Birdman, 21.5 inches
3rd place, Liveitup1.75, 20.75 inches

In case of a tie the first big fish entered always wins. This has been a rule in fishing contests for years. I hope all that entered can comply with this ruling. It's been a fun contest and hopefully we'll do it again sometime soon. Congrats to all the winning anglers and a big thanx to all that entered fish. Thank you for keeping the last 6 months interesting. There were some serious HOGS caught this year during this contest. Unfortunately not all of them were entered. It will only get better next time around.

1st place prize goes to, GetAnet, custom embroidered Carhart NJF Hoodie with a Smallie patch! Donated by 15footer!

2nd place goes to, The BIRDMAN, 75.00 gift card to Efingers! Donated by FASTEDDIE29!

3rd place goes to, Liveitup1.75, the perfect gift for this holiday season. A nice box of seasonal craft brews. Donated by ScowardNJ!

Great job fellas!!!!!

[AndyS]

Some impressive fish all around ! Thanx to all who posted, saw some hawgs not in the contest tho, been a fun time !

[15FOOTER]

Nice fish guys

[Hooked4Life]

Great job everybody. Definitely raised the stakes this season. Thanks for hosting and hoping were able to do it again next season...I want a re-match!:D

[The Birdman]

Getanet congrats man on the prespawn hog!
Fasteddie thanks for the prize man! awesome.
i am trying to work out my family stuff i have that day so i can come to the bbq, i will post up on the other thread once 100% confirmed.

[GetANet]

Hey YOU are quite the smallie slayer yourself!!!!
Congrats to you as well.....
You seem to catch them quite a bit where I have figured out a nice springtime bite which I am looking forward to next year already!
Maybe some time we can team up and really put a spankin on them!!!

Hope to see you at the Parrrrrty!!!!!!