I thought this statement would end the discussion because it is so right. Fishing from a boat is nothing but assisted fishing. Don't get me wrong, I'm not against boat fisherman holding records just based on weight. But when you look at what people say Albert did, it is nothing compared to what a boat does for you. It cast for you, helps you around lobster pots when you have a fish on, keeps you out of the surf, and allows you to use 50# line. Now if Alberts buddy had swum out with the plug to get it in the right spot and than put Albert on his back once the fish was hooked and swam out past the surf. Then I might question if Albert had an unfair assist. Lets get real here.
Albert's only real problem was a bunch of pain in the butt New Jersey guys who didn't think he was a good enough person to have caught the record fish. Heaven forbid that someone might compare them to Albert or even worse, say Albert is better than them. Before you jump on me for picking on NJ guys, I grew up in fishing in NJ in the 60s and still fish there with friends. Great guys but man can they be petty.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mike P
Rochetta caught his using 50# line from a boat.
Either put up the proof that it wasn't a legit catch, or pour yourself a hot steaming cup of STFU.
|
Threaded Mode