Plugfest 2010 contest plugs

[angler229]

Also I don't think a form is totally essential with entry but it is nice to have an understanding of where the plug came from.

[Slipknot]

"Document better within some classes of the competition. Maybe next year we have a "form" that people fill out on the classics, better explaining the job and intent. I noticed this was lacking when I was getting handed paper bag after paper bag."


I think the part about John being handed paper bag after paper bag, is why something besides your name needs to go with the plug.

And as far as voting purposes, last year we had no idea which plugs were in the classic category.

That is a start Dan, Thanks

[Grapenuts]

Classic plugs are great, but last year Prof.s bass-aqua should have won hands down, as I saw nothing else that came close..in there lies the problem...if your not a classic collector and don't know the history behind the many that are out there...the adj. joe shouldn't be voting in that catogory...I over heard a few say...whats that thing? and his fishmaster got nothing but head scratching from the crowd.

[JFigliuolo]

Originally Posted by Grapenuts

Classic plugs are great, but last year Prof.s bass-aqua should have won hands down, as I saw nothing else that came close..in there lies the problem...if your not a classic collector and don't know the history behind the many that are out there...the adj. joe shouldn't be voting in that catogory...I over heard a few say...whats that thing? and his fishmaster got nothing but head scratching from the crowd.

agreed. I don't know jack squat about older plugs (and very little about newer ones). I would not feel comfortable voting in that category.

[Slipknot]

Originally Posted by Grapenuts

Classic plugs are great, but last year Prof.s bass-aqua should have won hands down, as I saw nothing else that came close..in there lies the problem...if your not a classic collector and don't know the history behind the many that are out there...the adj. joe shouldn't be voting in that catogory...I over heard a few say...whats that thing? and his fishmaster got nothing but head scratching from the crowd.

yep

ok a solution?

I am trying to atleast get it so the plugs are placed on the table in appropriate categories = novice/classic/general/flaptail

I am not the one who began this contest at plugfests and have had very little help since, a few have helped in the past like Bigfish,canalman,TTimber, Frank and JohnR etc. So if you can organize a separate ballot for the classics and a panel of judges Steve, then I can't see a solution to your observation. Ask the guys that are knowledgable in that area who will be attending if they can be judges or something. My plate seems to always be overflowing at this event. If that is what can be done to make it more fun and enjoyable for all than I am all for it.
Thanks

[angler229]

Another option would be to just put a note on the ballot that if you are not familiar with classic plugs don't vote for this category.