Specifically, ike is talking about a technique, known mostly in the north and north east, called snapping a tube. He forgot to turn his live well timers on and his fish died. In fact, the term bass includes both freshwater and marine species belonging to large order of perchlike fishes. Other professional bass fishing tournament anglers were. The basics are covered, including feeding habits, knots, bait, lures, rigs, boat and bank. Hes made a new change to his fishing equipment recently hes added an ipad.
Nat geo wild reels in famed bass fisherman mike iaconelli for. At the same time, though, it has a completely different look to it. Michael iaconelli, also known as mike and by his nickname ike, born june 17, 1972 in runnemede, new jersey is a professional bass fisherman, television personality, and podcast show host from pittsgrove township, new jersey. Official facebook page of mike iaconelli, professional bass angler and host of going ike. In fishing on the edge, iaconelli tells his own storyand its a whopper. He rants about the tellall book hed love to write think ball four with.
According to iaconelli, this moment sparked his interest in bass fishing. He is a bass elite series and flw champion, bass anlgeroftheyear and bassmaster classic champion. Ike, a bassmaster elite series pro who was born and raised nearby, found this plot of land about a half hour due south of his hometown of philadelphia. Autographed finesse fishing with mike iaconelli book. Bassfan bass fishing news, tips, tournament coverage. Mike iaconelli professional bass tournament fishing results. Theres a rather large homestead kind of hidden behind two cornfields in pittsgrove township.
Under their guidance, youll learn all the secrets of using lighter rods, reels, lines, and lures to increase. Very good read and interesting tips on fishing while hearing his life story. Bassmaster classic and aoy winner michael iaconelli and bass fishing hall of fame writer steve price tell you how in finesse fishing with mike iaconelli. Miami is known as the magic city, florida is known as the fishing capital of the world and mike iaconelli is known for loving a great. Yamaha outboards is about to announce something big. When not fishing you spend so much time on the road, when i get home i just want to veg with the family. As of february 11, 2019, mike s career tournament winnings with b. In fishing on the edge, iaconelli tells his own story, and its a whopper. Mike iaconelli shares years of fishing experience to help you catch more fish. Mike ike iaconelli has a new tv show supposedly starting tomorrow night on vs network for you directv folks, thats channel 603 which im sure you already know. New book from mike iaconelli entitled finesse fishing. He may be the first angler ever to be disqualified in the. This is absolutely not your run of the mill how to fishing book, from the first chapter on i couldnt put it down. Fishing articles from bass tournament champion mike iaconelli.
Iaconelli explained it simply by fishing during the warmest air temps and warmest water temps of the year and stated there only three things that an angler had to keep in mind to set themselves up for the best summer bass bounty that they could achieve. The insight mike shares on what it takes to become a professional bass fisherman and then continue to stay a pro stick is eye opening, sometimes exciting, often stressful beyond belief and at times heart breaking. Take a look as this short clip and you can look for more from him with mike. New fishing show on versus network friday night mike. Well, mike iaconelli was disqualified again in the bassmaster classic. Spring bass fishing secrets from mike iaconelli field. Why, this is the address of mike and becky iaconelli. Watch bass master classic champion and touring elite angler mike iaconelli talk about bass angler magazine.
Trout fishing and panfish and started getting into the bass thing in my teens and ive been hooked ever since. Using the flick shake, shaky head, tail weighted french fry and the wet noodle rigs to name a few. The sixepisode series, produced by gannett video enterprises, follows host and professional angler mike ike iaconelli as he uncovers some of the best. Michael iaconelli bass fishing news, tips, tournament coverage. Breaking news nat geo wild reels in famed bass fisherman. He culled a dead fish then kicked his navigation safety light pole and cussed it out. Mike iaconelli was 1 of 6 instructors teaching bass fishing secrets for the bass university in edison, nj. Mike iaconelli explores austins coolest fishing spots. In this seasonal bass fishing instructional video, former bassmaster classic champion and angleroftheyear mike iaconelli takes a look at fall bass fishing techniques and explains how to pattern bass during the fall.
New book from mike iaconelli entitled finesse fishing with mike iaconelli. Ed does a real variety of comedy clips on you tube and some of his stuff is more youth oriented than our base age. City limits fishing returns for third season new york, new york versus will debut the third season of city limits fishing with mike iaconelli on friday, february 12, at 9 p. Mike iaconelli abu garcia ike revo series spinning and casting reels missile jigs introduces mike iaconellis new micro jig at icast 2018 missile jigs ike micro jig salem, va. Trips and tricks for catching largemouth bass by george olsen. Toyota just announced the day before that he was on their 2006 pro team. New york, new york versus will debut the third season of city limits fishing with mike iaconelli on friday, february 12, at 9 p.
See all ikes best youtube bass fishing videos from 2020 here. Im mike iaconelli, professional bass angler, extreme fishhead, and hardcore angler. July 10, 2018 missile jigs is releasing the ikes micro jig at icast 2018. Mike ike iaconelli bass fishing video in todays video, we head out on the hobie to break down the lake and the bite. Finesse fishing with mike iaconelli book tackle warehouse. Hes written a book about finesse fishing with bassmaster senior writer steve price titled finesse fishing with mike iaconelli. The sixepisode series, produced by gannett video enterprises, follows host and professional angler mike ike iaconelli as he uncovers some of the best urban places to fish throughout the united states. Since that time, mike has won, or come near winning almost every major award in tournament bass fishing, and is the only angler to.
Advanced finesse bass strategies with mike iaconelli dvd. Currently loaded videos are 1 through 15 of 62 total videos. This lavishly produced volume large format and hardcover is a wondrous celebration of the instrument, including its origins and history, and the weird and wonderful shapes it has taken. Michael iaconelli is the only angler to have won the bassmaster classic, bassmaster angler of the year and b. Professional techniques for light line, light tackle bass fishing. Mike iaconelli this rig is basically a weedless version of the ned rig. Mike iaconelli is a professional bass fishing tournament fisherman, and ike live podcast host. See bass university class schedule or watch bass university tv online bass fishing classes. Nat geo wild reels in famed bass fisherman mike iaconelli. Mike iaconelli recommends bass angler magazine bass. Mike iaconelli a bassmaster classic superstar pro angler interviews by mike cork march 2, 2012 no comments during the 42nd annual bass master classic media day event, i was lucky enough to have the opportunity to talk with mr.
He created the top rod bassmaster fishing club shortly after high school. In an american context, avid soccer fandom is almost exclusively located among two groups of people a foreignersgod bless emand b pretentious yuppie snobs. Phoenix bass fishing league wild card year rank points tourney fished bass caught top 10 wins earning status. It is a great book that lets you into what makes ike the most enjoyable angler to. He was disqualified from the 2006 bassmaster classic after breaking his. Mike iaconelli grew up in the city in new jersey and has become one of americas top professional bass anglers, consistently finishing tournaments in the high money positions. Jan 01, 2005 with his colorful tattoos and booming hiphop sound track, mike iaconelli has turned the world of bigmoney competitive bass fishing upside down. Hes had a passion for fishing since childhood and has been competing in fishing tournaments since high school. Top 4 fishing knots for all fishermen with mike iaconelli. Mike iaconelli has turned the world of bigmoney competitive bass fishing. Im looking forward to it, the other fishing shows are starting to get a little stale in my opinion. Jan 28, 2014 bass fishing industry news by mike cork january 28, 2014 no comments pittsgrove, nj, january 27, 2014. With his colorful tattoos and booming hiphop sound track, mike iaconelli has turned the world of bigmoney competitive bass fishing upside down. Rapidfire wisdom on spawning bass, backlash, sleeper baits, a winning mindset, and fish personalities.
He watches the nfl or bass fishing tournaments or ultimate fighting. Bass angler magazine is a nation wide quarterly magazine filled with tips, techniques, tricks and secrets direct from the pro anglers that will help any angler catch more bass. Mike iaconelli discusses when he implements a popperstyle topwater and how to fish it. I love cranks with mike iaconelli advanced anglerbass. Ive been fishing since i was a little kid, probably 4 or 5 years old, old enough to hold a rod. Want to see that amazing bass fishing video featuring mike iaconelli from 2020. Bass fishing was founded in the late 19th century, and it has evolved into multibillion dollar industry.
Mike iaconelli enjoyed an early morning flurry to put him in contention at the 2019 geico bassmaster classic presented by dicks sporting goods. For goodness sake, he may be the only living professional bass angler to catch a bass in the louisiana delta with a spinning rod. We all know that the ned rig is one of the hottest finesse techniques around. Don fort uncle to go through cancer like that, to beat it and never give up, that whole nevergiveup attitude in me really came from him. Mike iaconelli, regarded as a rebel of the bass fishing world, understands the importance of staying on top of the latest tools and technology the fishing industry has to offer. In this 22minute bass fishing instructional video, bassmaster classic champion and angleroftheyear mike ike iaconelli is on the water to share more secrets on how to catch bass. Mike opened up with an animated presentation on the employment of using advanced finesse fishing strategies when the fishing sucks.
Iaconelli, the only angler in the event to turn in four fivebass limits, said he caught most of his bass all largemouth on two lures. Although trout, panfish and saltwater species were the main dish early, mike soon discovered the thrill of outsmarting bass with artificial baits. Tips and tricks for catching largemouth bass by george olsen. Michael iaconelli, also known as mike and by his nickname ike is a professional bass. Mike iaconelli recommends bass angler magazine bass angler. Bass fishing is an activity of angling for the north american game fish. Mike iaconelli videos bass fishing forums the bassholes. Mike iaconellis hobie kayak kayak fishing bassmaster. Mike iaconelli the ultimate bass fishing resource guide llc.
Under their guidance, youll learn all the secrets of using lighter rods, reels, lines and lures to increase your catch, techniques that have taken mike iaconelli to the very top of the bass fishing world in both bass and flw competition. One was a 12ounce, smallprofile finesse jig, tipped with a highaction berkley chigger chunk in green pumpkin. Whether you dream of becoming a fulltime professional tournament angler, or just want to put more bass into your livewell on weekends, bassmaster classic. Mike iaconelli video the ultimate bass fishing resource. New fishing show on versus network friday night mike iaconelli. Mike is a south philly native, now living in new jersey. Summer bass with mike iaconelli bass angler magazine.
Even as hunting season begins, a lot of outdoorsmen are still on the hunt for transitioning bass. Choosing only six of them for this blog was no easy task. Professional bass angler mike ike iaconelli debuts ike live. Heres a cool article about my recent fishing trip up to the salmon river in pulaski new york. Bass fishing 101 9 generally, as well as specifically observant, arming yourself with knowledge, skill and understanding of the fish, the species, the environment, and all other relevant factors to your fishing activity and undertakings paramount for successful process and outcome. Mike iaconelli videos i just finished reading fishing on the edge. Whether you dream of becoming a fulltime professional tournament angler, or just want to put more bass into your livewell on weekends, bassmaster classic champ and aoy winner, michael iaconelli, and bass fishing hall of fame writer, steve price, tell you how in finesse fishing with mike iaconelli.
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