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11-20-2009, 11:49 AM
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Super Moderator
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Location: Middleboro MA
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Plugfest 2010 contest plugs
We should have a quick discussion on what to set up for a contest if we have one this year.
Tagger and I spoke about everyone making Flaptails and maybe that could be an idea for best representation of a classic 
anything to add? let's discuss it
I'll make a decision next week. |
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11-20-2009, 12:21 PM
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Registered User
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Something to honor Steve is a great idea.
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Originally Posted by Flaptail
"Throw plugs like we do that will cause them to suffer humility. Pogies make any fisherman look good when bass are around. Bait is easy."
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11-20-2009, 12:33 PM
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Registered User
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Slipknot
We should have a quick discussion on what to set up for a contest if we have one this year.
Tagger and I spoke about everyone making Flaptails and maybe that could be an idea for best representation of a classic
anything to add? let's discuss it
I'll make a decision next week. |
like that Idea |
A good run is better than a bad stand!
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11-20-2009, 01:51 PM
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BigFish Bait Co.
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I had that same thought Bruce! How fitting!
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Almost time to get our fish on!!! 
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11-21-2009, 04:34 PM
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Hydro Orientated Lures
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Location: Brockton,Ma
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Slipknot
Tagger and I spoke about everyone making Flaptails and maybe that could be an idea for best representation of a classic |
Flaptail has meant alot to us plugbuilders and it would be nice honoring his memory with a major Flaptail build .. who wins ? who cares ? just that it happens .. |
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11-21-2009, 05:07 PM
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Perfect. I'm in.
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11-21-2009, 07:35 PM
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Registered User
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Great Idea
I'm in.
Maybe charge an entry fee for the contest and put the proceeds toward an organization Steve supported?
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11-21-2009, 10:22 PM
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Registered User
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Bruce, that would be a fitting tribute. I'm sure there will be an overwhelming number of exhibitors.I'm definately in.
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Billy D.
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11-22-2009, 09:34 PM
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Registered User
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just a thought, how about a FLIPTAIL plug + $5.00 entry fee, have everyone signe the plug in memory of, an
then auction them off an use the proceeds as needed 
GOOD LUCK GOOD PLUGGIN  |
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11-25-2009, 09:59 PM
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Super Moderator
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Quote:
Originally Posted by saltydog
just a thought, how about a FLAPTAIL plug + $5.00 entry fee, have everyone sign the plug in memory of, an
then auction them off an use the proceeds as needed
GOOD LUCK GOOD PLUGGIN |
I like that idea, but maybe give the builder the option of donating the flaptail plug to a raffle and we raise funds for Steve's family.
I will make sure we have rolls of tickets for this and the door prize.
I'd also like to have a raffle of any other donations if that is feasible. I have stuff to put in and hope to have more come Feb. |
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11-25-2009, 10:02 PM
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Super Moderator
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For the usual contest we have every plugfest, how about if we only have 2 categories? I think that would be enough. And for voting, maybe limit those also to keep it simple.
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11-25-2009, 10:03 PM
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BigFish Bait Co.
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KISS!
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Almost time to get our fish on!!!
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11-26-2009, 11:06 AM
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Registered User
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I would like to suggest if we could call the prize for the best plug the "Steve Shiraka award" in honor of Steve as he was such a plug aficionado.
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Originally Posted by Flaptail
"Throw plugs like we do that will cause them to suffer humility. Pogies make any fisherman look good when bass are around. Bait is easy."
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11-26-2009, 11:08 AM
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BigFish Bait Co.
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Maybe for best "Copy of an original" plug??
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Almost time to get our fish on!!!
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11-26-2009, 11:42 AM
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Hydro Orientated Lures
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Quote:
Originally Posted by eastendlu
I would like to suggest if we could call the prize for the best plug the "Steve Shiraka award" in honor of Steve as he was such a plug aficionado.
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Good call Lu ,,, Keep Steve with us as long as Plugfest exist .. |
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11-26-2009, 09:31 PM
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Certified Mass-hole
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Why not rename Plugfest after Steve? As well as teh contest.
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11-26-2009, 09:46 PM
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BigFish Bait Co.
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Location: Hanover
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PlugFest should always be PlugFest......but it will always miss Flaptail. Honor him with the Flaptail plug contest and name the "Best of Show" award after him! |
Almost time to get our fish on!!!
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11-26-2009, 10:40 PM
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It's about respect baby!
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Bruce,
I totally agree on dedicating it to Flap. I think if you want to enter a plug into plugfest this year, there should be a mandatory flaptail made. And those flaptails will go into a flaptail category all by themselves. I also think that only entrants should be able to vote. |
Domination takes full concentration..
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11-27-2009, 12:18 AM
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Funny ....I thought the same thing...there should be a flaptail plug entry
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11-27-2009, 08:56 AM
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Uncle Remus
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BigFish
Maybe for best "Copy of an original" plug??
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I think this category would be fitting to be named after the tall guy. I know how much Steve luved the old school stuff. It is by far my favorite. |
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11-27-2009, 10:09 AM
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BigFish Bait Co.
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He did! He loved the vintage stuff! Might be cool if the entrant showed an example of the original along with the replicated plug!! |
Almost time to get our fish on!!!
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11-29-2009, 04:50 PM
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Hunting for a 40
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Seconded Paul's idea of re-naming the award after Flap.
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11-30-2009, 04:35 PM
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Veni, vidi, piscori!
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Slipknot
For the usual contest we have every plugfest, how about if we only have 2 categories? I think that would be enough. And for voting, maybe limit those also to keep it simple.
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Plus the Novice Builder award? It was one of the best things that ever happened to me! |
Thanks for taking me fishing Grandpa!
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11-30-2009, 05:43 PM
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Registered User
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Novice Builder award? Hell yes, I love getting put in my place. The rookies are doing some amazing things these days.
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11-30-2009, 06:24 PM
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Took a look at the old threads and these are the categories we had last year. I bolded 3 I think need to be a part of plugfest. Though I do like having the several categories as it encourages people to build things that are out of the box. I think one way or the other a decision should be made on what categories are going to be included so people can get to building.
Best first year builder
Best representation/restoration of a classic
Best of show
Best hand carved
Wall Hanger
Most likely to catch a cow on its first cast
Novelty plug
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11-30-2009, 06:37 PM
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I would think we keep at least most of the same categories, at least in spirit maybe combining some.
Best overall
Rookie Plug
Best Classic - homage to / restoration of - Steve was big into rebuilding old and dilapidated classics too. Interesting he won it every year (though tied for it some times)
Novelty Plug
We've generally varied the categories but these above I think best inspire the fest.
When you pay admission you get a ticket for door prize AND your simple voting slip and only those slips will be taken for the vote - that should keep it more simple 
Just My Opinion
I'll pretty much support what is best (or what Slip tells me to do). |
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11-30-2009, 07:33 PM
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Super Moderator
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I agree with that John
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12-07-2009, 08:01 PM
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Super Moderator
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so I guess we'll have 4 plug contest categories
best overall
best Flaptail plug in honor of Steve
best rookie
best novelty
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12-07-2009, 09:19 PM
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Canceled
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Could make it the Flaptail award for the best classic plug.
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12-07-2009, 09:36 PM
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Plug Paladin
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Location: Jackson, N.J.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Slipknot
so I guess we'll have 4 plug contest categories
best overall
best Flaptail plug in honor of Steve
best rookie
best novelty
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Bruce
I have a question. For the flaptail can we put a flaptail on another style of plug (ie surfster or spook) or do we have to stay to this
original flaptail style? |
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