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by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Feb 12, 2019 11:42 am
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Doran Mdoel 8000XL Tournament Scale
Replies: 0
Views: 609

Doran Mdoel 8000XL Tournament Scale

Hello All, Been a while since I was on the ol' WB. I retired from running tournaments up here in Idaho a couple years back and am selling my high end tournament scale. I have a Doran 8000xl scale with a 10" x 10" plate for weighing fish. This scale was over $1000 new and is ideal for tourn...
by Bill Hutcheson
Wed May 11, 2016 6:29 am
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: Lunker's Club Lure set - 8 baits
Replies: 0
Views: 784

Lunker's Club Lure set - 8 baits

I have a set of 8 Lunkers Club lures from the late 1990's new in the box that I am looking to part with. All baits are new in box and unused. These baits are almost impossible to find these days and include the following: 1) Black Bass Topwater Popper 1998 4 3/8 inch long 1 1/2 oz. 2) Smallmouth Bas...
by Bill Hutcheson
Wed Sep 16, 2015 4:08 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: CONGRATS TO ROY HAWK ON US OPEN WIN
Replies: 0
Views: 745

CONGRATS TO ROY HAWK ON US OPEN WIN

CONGRATULATIONS TO ROY HAWK ON BECOMING IN THE NEWEST US OPEN CHAMPION

ROY IS A GENTLEMAN ANGLER AND A FINE REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SPORT - HAPPY FOR BOTH ROY AND HIS FAMILY ON THIS ACCOMPLISHMENT.
by Bill Hutcheson
Fri Feb 27, 2015 2:29 pm
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: Sebile Magic Swimmers & Sammy's
Replies: 0
Views: 556

Sebile Magic Swimmers & Sammy's

I have some photo sample = brand new never used baits I will part with - these baits are as follows: 2 - Sebile Magic Swimmer 145 fast sinking Natural Rainbow Trout 1-1/2 oz 5-3/4" 1 - Sebile Magic Swimmer 145 fast sinking LV violet top silver side yellow belly 1-1/2 oz 5-3/4" 2 - Sammy 12...
by Bill Hutcheson
Wed Dec 03, 2014 12:40 pm
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: Lunkers Club Japanese Topwater Set
Replies: 1
Views: 2115

Lunkers Club Japanese Topwater Set

I have a set of 6 Lunkers Club lures from the late 1990's new in the box that I am looking to part with. All baits are new in box and unused. These baits are almost impossible to find these days and include the following: 1) Black Bass Topwater Popper 1998 4 3/8 inch long 1 1/2 oz. 2) Smallmouth Bas...
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Nov 18, 2014 12:56 pm
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: BALSA PRO MINNOWS - MORNING DAWN
Replies: 2
Views: 1253

Re: BALSA PRO MINNOWS - MORNING DAWN

SOLD TO THE NEXT US OPEN WINNER........

Thanks WB
by Bill Hutcheson
Sun Nov 16, 2014 10:33 am
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: BALSA PRO MINNOWS - MORNING DAWN
Replies: 2
Views: 1253

BALSA PRO MINNOWS - MORNING DAWN

I have my last 4 Balsa Pro Minnows in Morning Dawn color - new in box - that I will go ahead and part with. This is the highly desirable balsa wood topwater bait that I imported back in 2001 that was the secret bait Mike Folkestad used to win his second US Open title These have a moss colored back w...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sat Nov 15, 2014 4:39 pm
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: 6 Jackall Baits
Replies: 1
Views: 898

Re: 6 Jackall Baits

<<<<SOLD>>>>>

Thanks again Western Bass!
by Bill Hutcheson
Sat Nov 15, 2014 1:55 pm
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: 6 Jackall Baits
Replies: 1
Views: 898

6 Jackall Baits

I have a lot of 6 brand new out of package Jackall Baits that have never touched water and were used as photo samples. Selling as a set of six, so please don't ask to only buy a certain color 3 Bonnie 128 1) Golden Shiner 2) Matte Pearl White 3) Neon Pro Blue color not currently produced 3 Deep Musc...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sun Sep 28, 2014 4:48 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC REGION #1 TOC CLEAR LAKE FINAL
Replies: 1
Views: 1924

USAC REGION #1 TOC CLEAR LAKE FINAL

Congrats to Greg McCosker and Mark Crutcher for 62 + pounds and the win. Thanks again to all those who came out to compete USAC REG #1 TOC FINAL PL Angle/team Name Angle/team Name 1 Greg McCosker Marc Crutcher 62.40 2 Bryant Smith Dustin Tacker 58.48 3 Chris Franks Jeremy Zipton 54.06 4 Jason Austin...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sat Sep 27, 2014 5:25 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC REGION #1 TOC DAY ONE RESULTS
Replies: 0
Views: 1294

USAC REGION #1 TOC DAY ONE RESULTS

Tough Bite but some anglers made good - Big fish tie for first day of competition..... 2014 USAC REG #1 TOC CLEAR LAKE CA Sept 27-28th # of Fish Weight Bass Total PL Angle/team Name Angle/team Name Day 1 Day 1 Big Day 1 1 Bryant Smith Dustin Tacker 5 32.55 8.00 32.55 2 Greg McCosker Marc Crutcher 5 ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Thu Nov 07, 2013 10:34 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: HOW TO QUALIFY TO BASSMASTER CLASSIC
Replies: 17
Views: 5721

Re: HOW TO QUALIFY TO BASSMASTER CLASSIC

Guys, This is as brand new program by BASS and USAC is one of the innaugural circuits that has been chosen by BASS because many of our sponsors are similar and our national presence with our circuits back in the Missisippi River drainage gives us a bigger footprint than many local tourny trails The ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sun Oct 06, 2013 5:45 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC WRL TOC RESULTS
Replies: 0
Views: 1267

USAC WRL TOC RESULTS

Tough bite on the delta this weekend after the big blow on Thursday and Friday. Congrats to the team of Larry Hutton and Jim Griffon for topping the field. Results are below: 2013 USAC WRL TOC DELTA OCT 6-7th, 2013 - FINAL Pl TEAM Grand Total Winnings 1 Larry Hutton - Jimmy Griffin 31.62 $30,000 2 R...
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Oct 01, 2013 4:11 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Congrats to AC.
Replies: 2
Views: 1205

Re: Congrats to AC.

Thanks for the kind words Dave. All of our staff does our best for you guys to make sure you have a fun and organized event that lives up to your level of expectation. Sorry the larger fish did not cooperate as much as they should have. I look forward to seeing you and your team mate at next year's ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Mon Sep 30, 2013 5:33 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC REG #1 TOC Results - FINAL
Replies: 0
Views: 1193

USAC REG #1 TOC Results - FINAL

Congrats to team Roland for besting the 69 boat field and earning the 2013 USAC Region #1 Angler of the Year title. Here's how they finished out on a tough Oroville bite: 2013 US ANGLERS CHOICE REGION #1 TOC - Lake Oroville 2013 US ANGLERS CHOICE REGION #1 TOC - Lake Oroville Place Weight Winnings 1...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sat Sep 28, 2013 5:32 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC Region #1 TOC results - Day one
Replies: 1
Views: 1426

USAC Region #1 TOC results - Day one

Tough fishing for all - here are your day one standings..... 2013 REG #1 TOC Lake Oroville Sept 28-29th, 2013 Place BOAT # of Fish Weight Penalty Bass Total # Trail Team Name Day 1 Day 1 Day 1 Big Day 1 1 25 ED Mike Saso - Larry Vignolo 5 11.82 5.00 11.82 2 44 M Bub Tosh - Ben Hetrick 5 10.55 3.04 1...
by Bill Hutcheson
Mon Jun 17, 2013 12:28 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC Idaho Trail - Lake Owyhee June 22nd
Replies: 0
Views: 496

USAC Idaho Trail - Lake Owyhee June 22nd

U.S. Angler’s Choice will be gracing the waters of Lake Owyhee for our second event of the season on Saturday, June 22nd, 2013. We will be holding our sign-ups. launch, and weigh-in out of the Indian Creek Campgrounds. With this event just around the corner, I wanted to give you all an update as to ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Mon Jun 03, 2013 7:39 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: weigh scale
Replies: 2
Views: 817

Re: weigh scale

Basic - Equalizer scales (520) 299-9353 Start around $250

Advanced - Pro Tournament Scales (800)-445-5058

Call me if you have questions and I can fill you in on the pros & Cons of tournament scales

Hutch
Anglers Choice
(208) 442-6877
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue May 28, 2013 8:31 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: AC Pro AM Clear Lake
Replies: 1
Views: 736

Re: AC Pro AM Clear Lake

No - the event has been cancelled due to a lack of pre-signs and intent on the part of the anglers we contacted.

Feel free to contact me should you have any questions regarding the cancellation (208) 442-6877

Hutch
US Anglers Choice
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Apr 23, 2013 7:19 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: AC Delta Pro-Am Canceled!
Replies: 29
Views: 5976

Re: AC Delta Pro-Am Canceled!

US Anglers Choice made the decision to cancel the Delta Pro-AM on Monday morning after the weekend's mail and phone messages indicated that we would not have enough anglers to run a quality Pro-Am event. All anglers who had signed up were contacted via phone and notified that the event was scrubbed....
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:58 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: US Anglers Choice Delta Pro Am - April 28-29th
Replies: 5
Views: 1321

US Anglers Choice Delta Pro Am - April 28-29th

U.S. Angler’s Choice Pro Am Events California Delta – April 27-28th, 2013 Tournament Host B&W Marina 964 Brannan Island Road Iselton, CA 95641 (916) 777-6161 Marina – Launch B&W Marina 964 Brannan Island Road Iselton, CA 95641 (916) 777-6161 Entry Fees – Options: Pro entry fee $500 Am entry ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sun Mar 17, 2013 6:12 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC Oroville Pro AM final results
Replies: 0
Views: 778

USAC Oroville Pro AM final results

Congreats to Jodie White and Chad Gates for prevailing at this years tournament. Check out the payback for a 14 boat event!!! 2013 USAC Oroville Pro-Am Tournament Pro Division Results PL Pro Angler Name # of Fish Final Total Winnings 1 Jody White 5 28.01 $3,625 2 John McClellan 5 25.10 $1,837 3 Ryan...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sat Mar 16, 2013 4:21 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC Oroville Pro AM results - Day one
Replies: 0
Views: 628

USAC Oroville Pro AM results - Day one

2013 USAC Oroville Pro-Am Tournament Pro Division Results PL Boat # Pro Angler Name # of Fish Pen WT Pro Big Fish Day 1 Total 13 Mark Lassange 5 14.71 6.40 14.71 11 Jody White 5 14.35 4.38 14.35 4 Ryan Friend 5 13.00 13.00 1 Zack Thompson 5 12.50 3.17 12.50 14 Mark Mendez 5 11.79 3.38 11.79 10 John ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Fri Mar 08, 2013 8:12 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC Lake Oroville Pro Am Mar 16-17th Info
Replies: 0
Views: 418

USAC Lake Oroville Pro Am Mar 16-17th Info

Things are looking like we should have an outstanding weather weekend with some off the hook fishing. Details for the event are below and remember there is a Monday-Wednesday off limits and Wednesday is the sign up deadline. Give Hutch a call at (208) 442-6877 or (714) 393-5656 with any questions. S...
by Bill Hutcheson
Thu Feb 21, 2013 8:35 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC Oroville Pro Am Information
Replies: 0
Views: 460

USAC Oroville Pro Am Information

U.S. Angler’s Choice Pro Am Events Lake Oroville – March 16-17th, 2013 Tournament Host Oroville Chamber of Commerce 1789 Montgomery Street Oroville, CA 95965-4820 (530) 538-2542 www.orovillechamber.net Marina – Launch Spillway Launch Ramp – Lake Oroville Dam Lake Oroville State Recreation Area 400 G...
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Feb 05, 2013 7:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: A comment on WON BASS Thread
Replies: 3
Views: 1160

Re: A comment on WON BASS Thread

Well put Larry.
by Bill Hutcheson
Thu Jan 24, 2013 12:20 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: USAC Pro Ams..??
Replies: 5
Views: 1885

Re: USAC Pro Ams..??

Gents, Our USAC tournament information has been posted on this site in several areas. For more specific information. please check out our website or give me a call and I will be happy to answer any questions regarding our circuit that you might have. Additionally, our website will be updated with th...
by Bill Hutcheson
Mon Jan 21, 2013 12:55 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2013 Fishing License
Replies: 19
Views: 4258

Re: 2013 Fishing License

George, Everyone knows its not the size of the fish but how you fight it :D You are right - no Clear lake or Delta bass up here - some very good smallmouth fishing though. I do however remember some tough U.S. Opens - the size of the fish did not diminish the magnatude of the victory or the amount o...
by Bill Hutcheson
Fri Jan 18, 2013 8:03 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: USAC Pro Ams..??
Replies: 5
Views: 1885

Re: USAC Pro Ams..??

Gents, Originally, USAC was going to sit out the 2013 season to give OHI a chance to get established and blossom. With the news at the end of December that OHI was going to shelve the plans for a 2013 Pro-am season, we looked at dates, potential conflicts, and the need for a full tournament trail up...
by Bill Hutcheson
Fri Jan 18, 2013 7:58 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: 2013 US Angler Choice Pro-Am information
Replies: 0
Views: 806

2013 US Angler Choice Pro-Am information

U.S. Anglers Choice announces 2013 Pro-Am Season Program U.S. Angler’s Choice, one of the West Coast’s largest shared weight Pro-Am events is pleased to present our Pro-Am program and schedule for the 2013 season. “With the vacancy created by the cancellation of another trail planned for the 2013 s...
by Bill Hutcheson
Wed Jan 02, 2013 7:53 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: 2013 Fishing License
Replies: 19
Views: 4258

Re: 2013 Fishing License

Brian,

Just picked up my Idaho Resident fishing and hunting license this past weekend. $33.50 for everything.

Makes you wonder doesn't it.................
by Bill Hutcheson
Mon Dec 24, 2012 9:38 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Happy Holidays to all from US Anglers Choice
Replies: 1
Views: 475

Happy Holidays to all from US Anglers Choice

All of us here at U.S. Anglers Choice would like to extend holiday wishes to all Western Bass Forum anglers. Happy Holidays! We look forward to your company during the 2013 season

Hutch
US Anglers Choice
by Bill Hutcheson
Wed Oct 24, 2012 7:56 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Anglers choice Pro/Ams
Replies: 2
Views: 1108

Re: Anglers choice Pro/Ams

Rich, With the stagnant ecomony, dwindling numbers, and a new circuit on the horizon, USAC has decided to bow out for a year with respect to Pro-Am events and review how the 2013 season numbers pan out for the competing circuits before we step back into the market with Pro-Am events. Should you have...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sun Oct 21, 2012 5:24 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC Reg #2 TOC LAKE MEAD - FINAL RESULTS
Replies: 4
Views: 1777

USAC Reg #2 TOC LAKE MEAD - FINAL RESULTS

Congrats to the team of Garrett Lorenzen and Chris Studinger who toughed out a windy day two of competition to take home the Legend Boat - Mercury Motor prize package as 2012 Region #2 TOC Champs. Congratuations also go out to Jimmy Savioni and Todd Herman whose overall tournament big fish earned th...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sat Oct 20, 2012 6:02 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC REG #2 TOC results - Day 1
Replies: 1
Views: 992

USAC REG #2 TOC results - Day 1

Sorry for the late posting guys - between a serious boat accident (no anglers hurt) and a broken down boat whioch kept us at Callville until about 6:00, we are a bit late in getting things up. Here are your day one results.... 2012 USAC Region #2 Weigh Sheets - Day 1 # of Fish Weight Penalty Big Tot...
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Oct 16, 2012 1:25 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Some of the biggest catches on the Delta this weekend
Replies: 1
Views: 1148

Re: Some of the biggest catches on the Delta this weekend

For those who might be curious, these catches were made at the US Anglers Choice Region #1 Team Championships which gave away a Legend LE186SCX boat and Mercury 175hp ProXS Motor to the winning team. 59 teams particapated and took home a total of over $47,000 in cash and prizes.
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Oct 16, 2012 8:46 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC MEAD TOC AWESOME ROOMING DISCOUNT
Replies: 0
Views: 507

USAC MEAD TOC AWESOME ROOMING DISCOUNT

I have a couple of staff rooms at the Fiesta Henderson that are going unused. These rooms are for Friday night and Saturday night with twin beds. If you need rooming for this upcoming event at an astounding discount, please give me a call at (208) 442-6877. I promise you will be happy with this one....
by Bill Hutcheson
Sun Oct 14, 2012 5:04 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC REG #2 TOC FINAL
Replies: 0
Views: 1642

USAC REG #2 TOC FINAL

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PARTICIPANTS AND CONGRATULATIONS TO MAT SAAVEDRAD AND CHARLEY ALMASSEY ON THE WIN OF A NEW LEGEND LE186SCX BOAT AND TRAILER WITH A MERCURY 175HP PROXS MOTOR AND MOTORGUIDE TROLLING MOTOR. HERE ARE YOUR FINAL STANDINGS...... 2012 USAC Region #1 TOC CA Delta Final Results PL Team ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sat Oct 13, 2012 4:06 pm
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC REG #1 TOC results - Day one
Replies: 0
Views: 1123

USAC REG #1 TOC results - Day one

59 boats showed for the USAC Region #1 TOC event which has a first place prize of a new Legend LE186SCX boat and Mercury 175hp Optimax Motor package. Results after day one of competition are as follows: 1 Harvey Pulliam - Phillip Dutra 7.02 24.78 2 Jason Austin - Ken Mah 8.93 23.54 3 John & Lore...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sun Oct 07, 2012 6:09 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: USAC WRL TOC Final Results
Replies: 1
Views: 1450

USAC WRL TOC Final Results

Thanks to all 70 teams who attended this event. Congratulations go out to the team of Rick and Jasper Warren out of the AC-WRL Northern Trail who managed to take the win and the Legend -Mercury Boats Certificate. The bite was all over the place on a variety of baits and it was simply the quality of ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Sat Oct 06, 2012 4:30 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: WRL TOC Oroville day one results
Replies: 2
Views: 1410

WRL TOC Oroville day one results

2012 WRL TOC Lake Oroville Oct 6-7th, 2012 # of Fish Bass Total Pl. Team Name Day 1 Big Day 1 1 Kenny Shepard - Ben Brooks 5 3.60 11.82 2 Jeff Hobbs - Keith McGraw 5 2.70 10.61 3 Thomas Salo - Charles Wooten 5 3.12 10.53 4 John Kort - Don Pearson 5 2.76 9.71 5 John Gentry - Ty Courtroul 5 2.47 9.65 ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Sep 11, 2012 12:21 pm
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cheating/rule violation
Replies: 13
Views: 3667

Re: Cheating/rule violation

Thanks Levy - you and responses like yours to civilized discourse among those who ask a question are exactly the reason that I rarely post on WB anymore............
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Sep 11, 2012 7:09 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Cheating/rule violation
Replies: 13
Views: 3667

Re: Cheating/rule violation

Most every TD I have worked with has a level head and uses "intent" as the determining factor in applying penalties which can range from a simple disqualification to an outright ban for life. I have issued both in my time. The criminal justice system is set up with infractions, misdemeanor...
by Bill Hutcheson
Wed Aug 08, 2012 8:13 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: AC-Ultimate Bass Team Tour debut in 2013!
Replies: 0
Views: 700

AC-Ultimate Bass Team Tour debut in 2013!

U.S. Anglers Choice and Ultimate Bass Team Tour are pleased to announce that they will be merging their Southwest tournament trails in 2013. Ultimate Bass Team Tour will be absorbing the U.S. Anglers Choice Region #2 trails outside of California with it’s current trails to create the largest team ci...
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Aug 07, 2012 9:56 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: AC-WRL Delta Wine This weekend 8-12-12
Replies: 2
Views: 687

AC-WRL Delta Wine This weekend 8-12-12

The U.S. Anglers Choice Western Rookie League Delta Wine Trail will finish out the season this Sunday, August 12th at Russo’s Marina on the California Delta . At stake are the Angler of the Year title and Travelers Region title. TOC qualifiers will be announced on the WRL website the following week ...
by Bill Hutcheson
Fri Jul 20, 2012 8:18 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: USAC West Delta Pro Teams 7-21-12
Replies: 0
Views: 487

USAC West Delta Pro Teams 7-21-12

The U.S. Anglers Choice West Delta Pro Teams Trail will be holding the final tournament of this trail’s season tomorrow, Saturday, July 21st out of Russo’s Marina on the California Delta . With warming weather and the fish moving up on the beds, conditions are phenomenal and this should be reflected...
by Bill Hutcheson
Tue Jul 10, 2012 8:06 am
Forum: Tournaments
Topic: WRL Delta Wine @ Russos this weekend
Replies: 0
Views: 390

WRL Delta Wine @ Russos this weekend

The U.S. Anglers Choice Western Rookie League Delta Wine Trail will be making its fifth stop of the season one Saturday, July 14th out of Russo’s Marina on the California Delta . With warming weather and the fish moving up on the beds, conditions are phenomenal and this should be reflected by some b...
by Bill Hutcheson
Fri Jul 06, 2012 7:18 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: US Anglers Choice seeks tournament directors
Replies: 0
Views: 564

US Anglers Choice seeks tournament directors

Hello All, US Anglers Choice is preparing for the 2013 season and we have some exciting happenings on the horizon. WIth this in mind, we are looking to fill a couple of key tournament director positions. If you are interested in helping to further the sport and put a couple of dollars into your pock...
by Bill Hutcheson
Fri Jul 06, 2012 7:15 am
Forum: Fishing
Topic: Luxury Boat Tax...Come on!
Replies: 23
Views: 8057

Re: Luxury Boat Tax...Come on!

And that right there Chris is reason #742 that I decided to leave California after 4 decades of living there........

Until CA decides to completely douche their State elected officials, it is a sinking ship that will eventually go under.
by Bill Hutcheson
Thu Jun 28, 2012 11:56 am
Forum: Hard Baits
Topic: Massive lot of Older Megabass Lures - SOLD!!
Replies: 3
Views: 2500

Re: Massive lot of Older Megabass Lures

Mike - called and left you two messages at this exact number. Don't know what else I can do??