Partnership Will Send One Bassresource.com Member To Championship Tournament 2025
Glenn reply :
BassResource.com Named Official 2014 Big Bass World Championship Online State Leaderboard Partner
Read about it here:
http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_123/bbwc-bassresource.html
Brian Needham reply :
OUTSTANDING!
slonezp reply :
I'll start packing now.
A-Jay reply :
Just signed up ~
You just never know . . . . .
A-Jay
jhoffman reply :
Id like to be able to find the official rules first so I can see how this is all going to play out. Then I might buy in, awesome promotion though.
Glenn reply :
Official rules can be found at http://www.bassinonline.com/bbwc.html
slonezp reply :
I'm having difficulty signing up. On the entry/subscription form, where it asks for card expiration date the sample shows mm/yy but once entered it says "Please enter a valid number(example 1234.56)"
Help,
Thanks
A-Jay reply :
On 2/19/2014 at 7:22 AM, slonezp said:I'm having difficulty signing up. On the entry/subscription form, where it asks for card expiration date the sample shows mm/yy but once entered it says "Please enter a valid number(example 1234.56)"
Help,
Thanks
take the / out of the date - just use the 4 numbers
The month and the year
A-Jay
braduhl reply :
no slash. I apologize all, I will get it fixed ASAP! thanks!
slonezp reply :
On 2/19/2014 at 7:30 AM, A-Jay said:take the / out of the date - just use the 4 numbers
The month and the year
A-Jay
Thanks bud
slonezp reply :
I'm not seeing the BBWC ruler in my contestants pack. I also am not seeing a minimum size requirement for my state. Like stated in the FAQ's
MO_LMB reply :
On 2/19/2014 at 8:04 AM, slonezp said:I'm not seeing the BBWC ruler in my contestants pack. I also am not seeing a minimum size requirement for my state. Like stated in the FAQ's
I was wondering about the ruler as well.
A-Jay reply :
On 2/19/2014 at 8:04 AM, slonezp said:I'm not seeing the BBWC ruler in my contestants pack. I also am not seeing a minimum size requirement for my state. Like stated in the FAQ's
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
I'm right there with you - Also, I don't run 25 inch copy paper through my printer which could be a problem if we are supposed to download & print the ruler ourselves.
A-Jay
Darren. reply :
Very cool!
slonezp reply :
On 2/19/2014 at 11:09 AM, A-Jay said:^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
I'm right there with you - Also, I don't run 25 inch copy paper through my printer which could be a problem if we are supposed to download & print the ruler ourselves.
A-Jay
Maybe you should start. 
That would suck if you got to 23" and ran out of ink.
JeziHogg reply :
Is this for US residence only?
braduhl reply :
The Rulers will be mailed out to each of you. We ran through the first batch already, and the new ones are on the way. They are not printable with the contestants pack.
NO MINIMUM SIZES of fish. Every bass is eligible.
For questions, please call 1-800-554-1999. Thank you all for entering!!!
A-Jay reply :
On 2/19/2014 at 10:58 PM, braduhl said:The Rulers will be mailed out to each of you. We ran through the first batch already, and the new ones are on the way. They are not printable with the contestants pack.
NO MINIMUM SIZES of fish. Every bass is eligible.
For questions, please call 1-800-554-1999. Thank you all for entering!!!
Thank You.
A-Jay
SPEEDBEAD. reply :
I like it.
Might wait a bit until the water thaws some. LOL
Teal reply :
Cool! So, who's is gonna be.. of our members, who do you think the top 5 heaviest weights from BR?
Is Big O eligible? Hahahahha
jhoffman reply :
On 2/19/2014 at 11:07 PM, SPEEDBEAD. said:I like it.
Might wait a bit until the water thaws some. LOL
You were who I had in mind for this event. Id bet more than a dollar swimbaiters will be top ten.
SPEEDBEAD. reply :
Nice thing is it's against your state until the big dance.
Then everyone is on the same playing field. I looked through the rules and it says that the lake will remain secret until the end of 2013. Has it been announced where the final event will take place?
What's the format for the final event? Bring your own boat? Locals will "caddie" for the contestants? Just curious...
A-Jay reply :
On 2/20/2014 at 12:00 AM, Teal said:Cool! So, who's is gonna be.. of our members, who do you think the top 5 heaviest weights from BR?
Is Big O eligible? Hahahahha
Rules state SMB are in as well so . . . . DH might be tough to beat.
If he signs up that is.
A-Jay
slonezp reply :
On 2/20/2014 at 2:33 AM, A-Jay said:Rules state SMB are in as well so . . . . DH might be tough to beat.
If he signs up that is.
A-Jay
Where did you see that? I believe I read LM only
MarkH024 reply :
On 2/20/2014 at 2:38 AM, slonezp said:
Where did you see that? I believe I read LM only
Ditto. Very first paragraph in Rules and Regulations.
In the FAQ section, it mentions SMB are eligible. I hope that is revised in R&R because that is probably going to be very over looked.
It also says Dwight is automatically disqualified for catching every trophy SMB in Erie. Sorry Dwight. It's in the fine print.
Edited by MarkH024Dwight Hottle reply :
Well the rules say
1. The only species of bass considered for qualification in the 2014 Big Bass World Championship ("2014 BBWC") will be the largemouth black bass (Micropterus salmoides). All bass entered must be caught within the territorial waters of each of the 49 eligible states (Alaska, District of Columbia, U.S. territories and U.S. possessions are not eligible).
But yet the FAQ say
Q:
What species of fish are allowed to be entered in the competition?
A: Only largemouth black bass and smallmouth bass will be considered for qualification.
Q:
So which is it? Sounds like a trap. Why announce the contest on the 18th of February when it started the first of January?
SPEEDBEAD. reply :
On 2/20/2014 at 2:33 AM, A-Jay said:Rules state SMB are in as well so . . . . DH might be tough to beat.
If he signs up that is.
A-Jay
Where are you guys seeing anything about smallmouth? I went to the Bassin' site, clicked on the "Rules and Regs" on the right hand side. First thing on the page says:
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1. The only species of bass considered for qualification in the 2014 Big Bass World Championship ("2014 BBWC") will be the largemouth black bass (Micropterus salmoides). All bass entered must be caught within the territorial waters of each of the 49 eligible states (Alaska, District of Columbia, U.S. territories and U.S. possessions are not eligible).
SPEEDBEAD. reply :
LOL, just saw Dwight's post.
Brian Needham reply :
are smallmouth drum an option???...... then I might have chance.
Dwight Hottle reply :
On 2/20/2014 at 4:35 AM, Brian Needham said:are smallmouth/drum an option???...... then I might have chance.
I knew you would try to sneak in.
Teal reply :
On 2/20/2014 at 4:35 AM, Brian Needham said:are smallmouth drum an option???...... then I might have chance.
I was thinking of catching a striper and painting him green.
Brian Needham reply :
Teal........we can make that happen.
jhoffman reply :
What happens when you fish multiple states? Do you get to enter a fish in each state?
braduhl reply :
Smallmouth and largemouth and spotted bass are eligible for state entries. Changed it last min thats why its on faq page.
Open to us states only, alaska doesnt count. 49 other states yes
If you fish for more than one state you can enter for each state, but can only win in one state, and second place will be taken from the others.
More questions you can call, 18005541999
Thanks all!!!!!
JKarbo214 reply :
I just signed up. Where do I post on BassResource.com to be eligible to possibly clinch the 50th spot as a Bass Resource Forum member?
jamey912 reply :
I can't believe no one has registered a bass yet. I can't wait till I get home to do some fishing.
How long does it take to get the ruler?
Glenn reply :
On 2/21/2014 at 9:54 AM, JKarbo214 said:I just signed up. Where do I post on BassResource.com to be eligible to possibly clinch the 50th spot as a Bass Resource Forum member?
The thread is here: http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/131441-one-lucky-br-member-could-win-up-to-50000/
MarkH024 reply :
Braduhl or Glenn,
It says you need a witness to the catch and a witness signature upon submission. I fish solo a lot more often than not. What is the preferred method of witness certification for guys like me who fish alone mostly? I know there are a lot of others here in the same position. Are we supposed to live well the catch and run to a dock or home?
jamey912 reply :
Does anyone know if any fish have been sent in?
How long does it take to get the ruler?
bigbill reply :
I fish from shore and don't belong to any bass fishing organizations can I sign up?
braduhl reply :
*Yes fishing from shore is great, you do not need a boat to fish or at the finals.
*No fish have been sent in as of todays date.
*It did start on Jan 1, but BassResource.com became an official sponsor on Feb 18, that is why you saw it there on that date.
*You do need a witness to help take the 3rd photo of you holding your fish. This is required and then you witness can sign that it is you and you caught the fish.
*Smallmouth and largemouth are both eligible to be sent in for state winning catches.
*2nd batch of Rulers Should go out this week.
BU
IntroC reply :
Has the championship lake been decided on yet? Also if I remember correctly when this was going on years ago they provided a boat for you to fish out of in the championships, is this still the case or do you bring your own?
I'm tickled pink this contest is back on!
Frog Turds reply :
if the Gopro footage and screen capture of the catch could be the 3rd witness, i'd be in 
MarkH024 reply :
<----avatar was fishing solo. No need for a 2nd person to take the photo.
On 3/4/2014 at 10:39 AM, Frog Turds said:if the Gopro footage and screen capture of the catch could be the 3rd witness, i'd be in
x2. The witness thing is a crippler for solo fisherman. Would love to join the fun but no reason with that rule in play.
Janderson45 reply :
On 3/5/2014 at 1:30 AM, MarkH024 said:<----avatar was fishing solo. No need for a 2nd person to take the photo.
x2. The witness thing is a crippler for solo fisherman. Would love to join the fun but no reason with that rule in play.
Yup, I'd tend to agree. If I join I've got to hope I catch the lunker when fishing with my buddy which is roughly 20% of the time I fish, and never when I catch my largest fish.
gripnrip reply :
I'm thinking on joining. I fish solo unless it is a tournament. Soooo, if I'm bank beating a and catch a big'n, I guess I'll just have to fry her up! 
Just kidding! Or am I? 
MO_LMB reply :
On 3/4/2014 at 3:51 AM, braduhl said:*Yes fishing from shore is great, you do not need a boat to fish or at the finals.
*No fish have been sent in as of todays date.
*It did start on Jan 1, but BassResource.com became an official sponsor on Feb 18, that is why you saw it there on that date.
*You do need a witness to help take the 3rd photo of you holding your fish. This is required and then you witness can sign that it is you and you caught the fish.
*Smallmouth and largemouth are both eligible to be sent in for state winning catches.
*2nd batch of Rulers Should go out this week.
BU
It's been over 2 weeks since I signed up (day 1), still no ruler. any update?
jamey912 reply :
Got the official ruler yesterday just in time for my first outing today Good luck to all you bucket mouth chasers. >))))>
slonezp reply :
Got the ruler yesterday
MarkH024 reply :
On 3/13/2014 at 8:42 PM, slonezp said:Got the ruler yesterday
It's not for measuring man boobs.
A-Jay reply :
On 3/14/2014 at 5:33 AM, MarkH024 said:It's not for measuring man boobs.
Do you have to have them Notarized separately or can you get just one stamp to cover the pair ?
A-Jay
slonezp reply :
On 3/14/2014 at 5:49 AM, A-Jay said:Do you have to have them Notarized separately or can you get just one stamp to cover the pair ?
A-Jay
That would have to be a big stamp. My man boobs have tattoos. I hope that won't be an issue.
BassDawg67 reply :
This might be a dumb question...but with the witness thing --- I fish with my daughter. She's under 18...can she still be a witness? I could not find anything in the rules about it, but I may have overlooked it. Thanks!
BassDawg67 reply :
Nothing?
MO_LMB reply :
On 3/4/2014 at 3:51 AM, braduhl said:*Yes fishing from shore is great, you do not need a boat to fish or at the finals.
When/ Where is the finals?
braduhl reply :
Finals and dates will be released when the Attorneys are done having their meetings. Will be in Sept, after Labor day.
braduhl reply :
On 5/28/2014 at 6:26 AM, BassDawg67 said:This might be a dumb question...but with the witness thing --- I fish with my daughter. She's under 18...can she still be a witness? I could not find anything in the rules about it, but I may have overlooked it. Thanks!
Your witness should be 18, as to be legal to sign their name to the witness of the catch. You witness can be anyone that saw you catch it.
redfish63 reply :
i signed up for bbwc
Kevin Fisher reply :
I am excited about this tournament and look forward to meeting new people and making new friends. good luck and good fishing...
Dc7182 reply :
Does the witness have to see you catch the fish? Or can the witness just see you measure the fish?
Rick99 reply :
Are the rankings updated?
Glenn reply :
They are current as of last Friday.
Yes, I know...unbelievable. There's many states without an entry. That means one person can enter for $25, catch a keeper fish, and could end up winning $50,000!
And to think some folks will spend hundreds, maybe thousands a year entering tournaments for a chance to win much less.
It's a no-brainer.
Rick99 reply :
Darn! I lost my ruler and tackle box.....am I able to get another ruler sent to me?
Thanks for any help!
Rick99 reply :
I had a nice catch for PA and I mailed it in about 12 days ago to the address in the welcome pack/checklist and I still don't see my name listed on the leader board for PA who has no entries as of yet.
Rick99 reply :
hi I caught one here in PA and submitted it. I don't see it on the leader board but I know it was received as I received an email from Bassin saying they received it and sent it to you guys. Is the leaderboard updated? ThanksOn 6/28/2014 at 9:24 AM, Glenn said:They are current as of last Friday.
Yes, I know...unbelievable. There's many states without an entry. That means one person can enter for $25, catch a keeper fish, and could end up winning $50,000!
And to think some folks will spend hundreds, maybe thousands a year entering tournaments for a chance to win much less.
It's a no-brainer.
Glenn reply :
The list was just updated this evening, and includes your catch.
Rick99 reply :
Awesome thanks!
Nice_Bass reply :
anyone have a good suggestion to get the ruler laminated. Completely forgot I signed up for this and should have been measuring fish with it, however need to laminate it and cannot see to find someone to do so. UPS store could not...guess I could call around.
MO_LMB reply :
On 7/10/2014 at 3:07 AM, Nice_Bass said:anyone have a good suggestion to get the ruler laminated. Completely forgot I signed up for this and should have been measuring fish with it, however need to laminate it and cannot see to find someone to do so. UPS store could not...guess I could call around.
I just got a roll of that clear packing tape. Tore off several strips that are longer than the ruler and stuck them together to be wider as well, placed the ruler on the tape then repeat for the other side. Not perfect, but it was cheap and it worked.
BassinVA reply :
I hope I win my state entry, but it's great to have a second chance. I'm getting in late so the pressure is on. I'm in it to win it! It's been my life long dream to have a bassboat and that prize would go a long way in fulfilling that dream to have a boat just before retirement. Thanks to Bass Resource for sponsoring.
southern basser reply :
I'm signed up for the bbwc, good luck to everyone involved!
Dc26217 reply :
It's going to be difficult to even enter a fish. I joined this contest over two weeks ago, have caught two fish that would have qualified for my state which didn't even have a fish entered yet but still haven't received the ruler. I only entered because I thought there was plenty of time assuming they would send the thing out within a few days. Now I will have less than a month if it even comes this week.
Rick99 reply :
Any idea when and where the location of the lake will be? Also, I believe the boats are supplied and lodging is supplied as well? So just travel and meals will be on any of us who qualify?
MO_LMB reply :
On 7/19/2014 at 10:17 AM, Rick99 said:Any idea when and where the location of the lake will be? Also, I believe the boats are supplied and lodging is supplied as well? So just travel and meals will be on any of us who qualify?
This is what Brad said about the dates/location. I haven't heard anything yet on the lake. He might be able to answer the other questions.
On 6/13/2014 at 11:04 PM, braduhl said:Finals and dates will be released when the Attorneys are done having their meetings. Will be in Sept, after Labor day.
Rick99 reply :
Ok great thanks! Hope he answers the other questions as well.
Glenn reply :
On 7/13/2014 at 6:53 AM, southern basser said:I'm signed up for the bbwc, good luck to everyone involved!
As a reminder, this is not the thread to post your second chance entry.
This is: http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/131441-one-lucky-br-member-could-win-up-to-50000/
warpath58 reply :
when will the drawing for the last spot be held ? and where will the winner be posted ?
Dc26217 reply :
Funny. I joined this contest over a month ago and they charged my credit card that day. They never sent me the ruler. Now the contest is over. There is no fish entered for my state. So I would have won. This contest was poorly run. No one answers the emails and they don't even send out the ruler.
braduhl reply :
FUNNY. Everyone else got their ruler. Email brad.uhl@freshwatermediagroup.com and I will look up your information.
FUNNY. I would have not waited until the contest was over to ask where my ruler is.
FUNNY. How was it poorly ran?
FUNNY. The 1-800-554-1999 number is clearly posted in several places, FUNNY that's even a free call...
FUNNY.
gablefish365 reply :
Posted Yesterday, 11:01 PM
FUNNY. Everyone else got their ruler. Email brad.uhl@freshwatermediagroup.com and I will look up your information.
FUNNY. I would have not waited until the contest was over to ask where my ruler is.
FUNNY. How was it poorly ran?
FUNNY. The 1-800-554-1999 number is clearly posted in several places, FUNNY that's even a free call...
FUNNY.
On 8/20/2014 at 12:01 PM, braduhl said:FUNNY. Everyone else got their ruler. Email brad.uhl@freshwatermediagroup.com and I will look up your information.
FUNNY. I would have not waited until the contest was over to ask where my ruler is.
FUNNY. How was it poorly ran?
FUNNY. The 1-800-554-1999 number is clearly posted in several places, FUNNY that's even a free call...
FUNNY.
So I need to respond to this because I think the post Brad was referring to is way out of line so I challenge anyone to find anything in fishing with this kind of bang for its buck. You wont its one of the great things in fishing and I for one enjoyed it. I actually called and got Brad directly and he was very informative and answered all of my questions. I even found that the information directed you exactly on what to do to qualify. This is one of the coolest things in our sport great job Bassin with it and it was ran perfectly for me. Funny some people feel entitled to someones time and hard work and then want to bash it. I am not saying mistakes don't happen but from my perspective it sure looks great to me! Oh and one other thing I got one heck of magazine subscription too nothing I mean nothing in America in fishing is this good of a deal.
braduhl reply :
On 8/20/2014 at 6:53 AM, Dc26217 said:Funny. I joined this contest over a month ago and they charged my credit card that day. They never sent me the ruler. Now the contest is over. There is no fish entered for my state. So I would have won. This contest was poorly run. No one answers the emails and they don't even send out the ruler.
So I am back in the office, still have not received an email from you about your contact information. There is a fish entered in MA, and I also went through EVERY BBWC email again, and there are ZERO that have not been answered. I would still like to look up your information please, email me direct at brad.uhl@freshwatermediagroup.com. Or call 1-800-554-1999
Thank you! BRAD
SPEEDBEAD. reply :
I'm not really clear on what the top prize is but I see there was a "chance to win $50k". When I read the FAQs, it said the top prize was yet to be determined?
Can you help me out?
Dc26217 reply :
I have emailed several times. To both of your email addresses that you emailed me from. I didn't wait until the contest was over. I have been emailing you since about one week after I joined and never received the ruler. When I said it was FUNNY I was being sarcastic. I am actually quite disappointed.
Dc26217 reply :
Also I apologize for "bashing" the contest. I think it is a great contest which is why I joined. I just wish I was able to compete. I assumed there was no fish entered in Mass because it wasn't on the leaderboard. I am glad that there was one entered. I suppose I over reacted a little. Sorry.
braduhl reply :
On 8/22/2014 at 10:50 PM, SPEEDBEAD. said:I'm not really clear on what the top prize is but I see there was a "chance to win $50k". When I read the FAQs, it said the top prize was yet to be determined?
Can you help me out?
Top prize is $25,000 with an additional prize of another $25,000 and more prizes such as the boat motor and trailer. It is Guaranteed $25,000. The additional prizes are determined by ounces of the winning fish, when the final fish is weighed, the sealed envelope is opened and that determines the extra prizes.
braduhl reply :
On 8/23/2014 at 5:59 AM, Dc26217 said:Also I apologize for "bashing" the contest. I think it is a great contest which is why I joined. I just wish I was able to compete. I assumed there was no fish entered in Mass because it wasn't on the leaderboard. I am glad that there was one entered. I suppose I over reacted a little. Sorry.
No problem, apology accepted, and I extend my apologies as well. I still don't see any emails, but none the less, no biggie. We will start taking entries for the 2015 tournament on Oct 1. Anglers can start fishing on Jan 1. I will make sure you get your ruler before Jan 1! Laminate or use clear packing tape over it, or it will tear when it gets wet.
lizardcaster reply :
Thanks for the FREE Bassin Subscription. It worked well, mine had just expired. Wish I would have won the state though, ready for next year! Brad, where can we email suggestions for the tournament? Directly to you?
braduhl reply :
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On 8/23/2014 at 11:06 PM, lizardcaster said:Thanks for the FREE Bassin Subscription. It worked well, mine had just expired. Wish I would have won the state though, ready for next year! Brad, where can we email suggestions for the tournament? Directly to you?
Yes email brad.uhl@freshwatermediagroup.com and I can help you. Thanks. Sometimes it takes me a while to see these posts. Thanks GLENN!
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Rick99 reply :
Quick question, any idea how or when those who qualified will be contacted? Thanks very much!
jamey912 reply :
I fish mainly with my 13 year old son or by my self is it possible to get a rule change for next year on the witness rule 13?
Also I fish Toledo Bend witch borders Texas and Louisiana I live in Louisiana but hold a fishing license in both states would I be able to enter a different bass for each state out of the same lake?
Regards
James Adams
SPEEDBEAD. reply :
Thank you for the reply.
For $25, I'll give it a shot next year.
Rick99 reply :
. Any update at all? ThanksOn 8/24/2014 at 12:00 AM, Rick99 said:Quick question, any idea how or when those who qualified will be contacted? Thanks very much!
braduhl reply :
On 8/28/2014 at 2:52 AM, Rick99 said:. Any update at all? Thanks
State Champions are being notified now! Thanks!
MO_LMB reply :
On 8/29/2014 at 11:08 PM, braduhl said:State Champions are being notified now! Thanks!
Hey Brad,
It says I'm a state leader on the scoreboard, but haven't heard anything yet. Sent you an email and haven't heard anything from that either.
I'm just trying to figure out when/where this will be so I can make my travel plans as well as making sure I can get off work. If it is indeed happening in September, I would appreciate some details before this comes up too quickly.
braduhl reply :
On 9/3/2014 at 12:37 AM, MO_LMB said:Hey Brad,
It says I'm a state leader on the scoreboard, but haven't heard anything yet. Sent you an email and haven't heard anything from that either.
I'm just trying to figure out when/where this will be so I can make my travel plans as well as making sure I can get off work. If it is indeed happening in September, I would appreciate some details before this comes up too quickly.
All contestants packets were sent out today, and will explain every detail. Thanks!
BU
MO_LMB reply :
Thanks Brad! I Appreciate it.
GHerritz reply :
Just wondering when we can expect to see the packets. Thanks a lot!
MO_LMB reply :
On 9/9/2014 at 4:40 AM, GHerritz said:Just wondering when we can expect to see the packets. Thanks a lot!
Got my packet yesterday.
GHerritz reply :
Thanks, just got mine today.
IntroC reply :
I'd like to put in a request. In 2015 it would be nice to maybe have a pre-determined date set for when the championship tourney will be so contestants can make plans ahead of time. Probably make for a better turn-out come tourney time as some people need a least a months notice to take vacation. I can see keeping the lake secret but I don't believe it would hurt to reveal the date set for the 2015 tourney. Just a suggestion.
I curious if boats and lodging were provided for the winners? Thank you kindly.
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