My name is Fred* and I am a Bassaholic. My cell phones ring tone is Robert Earl King “Five Pound Bass.” My boat (a Ranger of course) cost more than most people would spend on their vehicle and it as every necessary amenity. My handcrafted fishing lures are so realistic you would think they could jump out of the tackle box. I have a custom designed rod for each type of lure. You just cannot cast spinning bait with a worm rod. I store these necessary things in my fishing closet. I do not have too much just the necessities: 56 boxes of bait, 29 rods and 16 spool of line.
Being a Bassaholic I must fish or I will die. The weather is not always sunny so you need to have proper attire. I have artic rated suits for winter, buy sunscreen by the gallons, and have 49 summer outfits. Fishing does allow a fast dip to cool off in the summer.
I found a song that pretty much sums up my relationships “I’m going to miss her.” I just cannot understand why women have such a hard time with my sport. It requires my every free moment. Tournaments are a Bassaholic equivalent to crack or cocaine. The high is amazing. Where else can you get up before dawn, fish all day, and win money! I am Fred, I am a Bassaholic, and oh, I think I just saw a five-pound bass.
If you or someone you know is a Bassaholic please contact: www.Bassaholics.org
*Fred is an alias to protect the identity
very interesting...his high is unique and better than an abusive addiction...at least in his situation he can eat
ReplyDeleteI agree his high is interesting and unique, but other than the fact that cocaine is life threating, how will he ever have a stable home life if he is gone all the time. he even admits that women do not understand..hmm..
ReplyDeleteCharles,he is a very happy person who just needs the right women. This story is actual a silly story about my son. He is a probass fisherman. I tease him about alot of this stuff.He of course in no way near Fred. I made bassaholics up along time ago to have some fun with him. Did you like the blog?
ReplyDeleteYes I did actually. It made me laugh.
ReplyDeleteThis is very funny but kind of believeable, my boyfriend acts the same way when it's time to fish...so serious.
ReplyDeleteI get jealous when seeing stuff like this. Sometimes i don't understand how ppl can fish and actually catch.Don't get me wrong i think it's interesting and would love to do it but i really suck!
ReplyDeleteI learned my love for ice fishing from my distant cousin in Minnesota. During the Big Bass Tournaments, what kind of fishing lure do you find that works best to attract the biggest fish? Its good to know that there are people out there that love to fish as much as I do.
ReplyDeleteBrenda, he used spinning baits alot and handcraft lures that resemble shad. He also has a nice collection of frogs. I know he talks about water temp, clouds, time of year, and if the bass are in spawn.
ReplyDeleteMust be nice having a whole closet dedicated to your addiction. Nice blog.
ReplyDeleteHi, Reuben Loria here, and i am NOT a bassaholic. Sounds like you really love it though so more power to ya. I know a bit about you, you like coutry music, probably live in the country, you fish competitavely and that other small detail, something tells me you like to fish (dont know what). Well keep on keeping on, i wish you futures of bassahaulic success.
ReplyDeleteThis is a good, funny blog. I love fishing, but probably not as much as you. :)
ReplyDeleteBassahaulic is a funny storyie it made me laugfh but I just dont understand what a man get out of fishing.Holding a pole and waiting for a fish to bite it..hmm make me wanna fish i havent been fishing and im almost 22 and i mean i havent fish in my life at all! so of course my comment on this is going to very short.
ReplyDeleteYour story is a very interesting one to me. I have fished before with my uncle Randy and it was a great bonding experience. I'm sure you have caught way bigger fish then i have. You talk about bass fishing but i have never seen a bass but i am sure they are big. I've only caught a catfish once(not noodling). I understand the way you feel drawn to fishing because it seems like a very relaxing thing for you. I would love to fish on a boat!, Miranda.
ReplyDeleteQuite down to earth- His personality of life reminds me of my Grandfather he had the same passion for fishing as well.
ReplyDeleteits defiantly a good story to smile on on a bad day to break the mold.
Not my cup of tea, but I'm glad he likes it.
ReplyDeleteKelly G.