After careful examination and consideration of all venues that would accommodate a Classic and allow anglers to compete for three days and give us a venue that would allow for a Classic show, we are excited to announce that the 2012 Bassmania Classic XVI will be held on Rice Lake with the final day weigh-in show in Peterborough.
The CSFL
The Classic - still trying to get over this last one :P. I've never been one to put much thought or preference on Classic location, any old pond will do. Cudo's to the CSFL Team however for making their decision so quickly (by the sounds of it guys have been all over them for the Classic Location - presumedly to start practicing :) )...
It's probably been six years or so since Andy's Classic was on Rice - I know a heap-load of guys will be excited for that one... me, well - meh?!... anywhere will do. I just hope I can keep this string of never missing a classic qualification in over 20-years :P
later .......... G!
i know i am excited cant wait now another long winter of hard water while boat sulks in storage i would like to congragulate all the winners and to everyone who qualified for this years classic and see you all on the water?fishON
never expected that one..
Yeehaaa!!!!!!
That's FANTASTIC! Great choice. Can`t wait! I used to hate this lake but in the last few years I`ve grown to love it. There`s everything we need there, hotels, gas, tackle, good ramps, largies and smallies. Great choice Andy.
Was Rice even on the latest Classic poll?
You'll never make everyone happy regardless of the site. Unfortunately for me, I cannot afford the time or money to learn Rice and have a shot at competing in the classic. I'll be taking another year off in 2012 and waiting to see what's on the 2013 schedule.
I guess Rice is a good site, just not for me.
what ramp on rice will Andy probably use ?
He really likes Hastings... but we'll see maybe he will throw in Bewdley now that they actually have parking there.
Bewdley's a little far from P-Town, where the final day weigh-in will be, the CSFL has been running out of Hastings the last few years on Rice...closer proximity to the Borough of P too.Quote:
Originally posted by bassmanebs
He really likes Hastings... but we'll see maybe he will throw in Bewdley now that they actually have parking there.
Great news ..... won't have to travel far for that one! :hug
Just another classic in the Kawarthas and in the east. :?
Like Pete says it really doesn't matter. Its fun wherever it is and I'm sure most will be happy. Glad we had a poll.
Simcoe will be to old to fish once we get back to it. :D
Well, the location is central and with the cost of fuel I think it might increase the number of anglers fishing the classic. Although Rice lake can be a tough fishery at times, it's a lot easier to fish in bad weather than bigger bodies of water.
I think Bewdly is closer to Ptbo then Hastings,maybe he will make everybody run up the Otonabee and weigh in there.
Looking forward to making a comeback next year now that I have my boat back...even more since the Classic is on Rice
when I fished the classic in 2000 we used bewdley for the first 2 days then the resort at bendsfort bridge for the boat launch and blasted from the mouth of the otonabee. the weigh-in was at the memorial center in Peterborough on the final day. You will probably see Hastings next year for the first 2 days.
Can't wait!!!
MikeQuote:
Originally posted by Mike Nabulsi
Well, the location is central and with the cost of fuel I think it might increase the number of anglers fishing the classic. Although Rice lake can be a tough fishery at times, it's a lot easier to fish in bad weather than bigger bodies of water.
Central give or take 200km
Can have some of Mary's cookies if I don't complain?:D
Dave thanks for mentioning the 2000 Classic!!!..I finished 2nd behind Garent by .03!!!...thanks buddy!:X.
Great choice!I will say it now .....close it the week before the event....by the time the first day rolls around the lake will be whipped into a froth!
Heres to a long winter !!..
Peace Out
Dan
At that time of the year the 20 bags will still come in Dano prefish or not,good lake choice i think.
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Originally posted by Danny Dunn
Dave thanks for mentioning the 2000 Classic!!!..I finished 2nd behind Garent by .03!!!...thanks buddy!:X.
Great choice!I will say it now .....close it the week before the event....by the time the first day rolls around the lake will be whipped into a froth!
Heres to a long winter !!..
Peace Out
Dan
Matt and myself finished 4th in that one about 1 1/2 lbs behind you.
I would also cut the week off the sun. before. Would make for an interesting fish... lol.....
Closing down the lake only ensures other non locals will have less time to fish it. Not everyone can drop what their doing and drive 200 km to pre-fish Rice.
Everything is east for you guys on Simcoe ;)...lots of baking to do next year....something tells me Mr Cummings is getting an easy bake oven for Christmas !!Quote:
Originally posted by JohnWhyte
MikeQuote:
Originally posted by Mike Nabulsi
Well, the location is central and with the cost of fuel I think it might increase the number of anglers fishing the classic. Although Rice lake can be a tough fishery at times, it's a lot easier to fish in bad weather than bigger bodies of water.
Central give or take 200km
Can have some of Mary's cookies if I don't complain?:D
Open it week before only starting on the saturday. Problem with situation now is is that some will pre-fish for 2 weeks solid prior to the event while the rest of us arent full time fisherman. Does not guarantee a win but sure can do a world of good.
Or maybe a new tube cutter Mike for all the tubes I will have to cut ~L~
Rice? Bring it on!!!
Sweet deal for me, providing we qualify. Can the 2012 schedule be viewed on line anywhere?
Bill, you can see it on the link for the thread below...
http://www.bigfatbass.com/viewthread.php?tid=17729
Cheers!
Rice, bring it on!!! This lake will have to be good to me sooner or later!!! :?:P
Thanks Ken....not sure how I missed that.
I like the choice but not sure if it will matter for me. I have so much going on south of the border next year I don't know if I'll even do a complete division. I hope it all works out I would love to do a Classic on Rice.
Mike
I would like to fish one south of the boarder but I'm not sure if my tuna boat works well down there. I only like rice with chinese food.:P
Sorry, just need some direct clarification. I have not competed in tournaments for a few years so I am out of the loop.....all 3 days of the Bassmania Classic will be on Rice Lake?
I know a few years back we did 2 days on Rice then top 15 went to Seymour for the final day.
Don't know if Andy is doing this again or not though.