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Published November 1, 2009 worldrecordapplication , worldrecordlargemouth Leave a CommentNortheast Bass Fishing For Trophy Bass
What Is Wrong With The IGFA? What could possibly be wrong with the IGFA in approving Manabu Kurita’s new world record bass application? Even Bassmaster has conceded that this is the new record, that there is nothing wrong with the way or where he caught it, and even the JGFA has accepted it,which is tougher than t…he IGFA could ever be?? Yet they sit there on there hands waiting for what?? Read the whole story at http://delawaretrophybass.com
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Published October 24, 2009 Swimbaits Leave a CommentNew manabu Kurita Interview on New World Record Bass
Published October 23, 2009 newworldrecordbass , worldrecordbass , worldrecordlargemouth Leave a CommentThe rest of the story
By James Hall
Editor, Bassmaster Magazine
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Manabu Kurita told me the truth today about how, when and where he caught the pending world record bass. Every detail. How do I know it’s the truth? I know because Mr. Kurita doesn’t care if his fish is certified as a world record or not.
Manabu Kurita fishes in the area where he caught the 22-5 largemouth.
Shy and unassuming, the 33-year-old Kasugai native became hooked on bass fishing 18 years ago.
“I saw a photo of a largemouth bass in a magazine and I was very impressed with how it looked. So, I tried fishing for bass and I became passionate about catching them,” Kurita explained.
Kurita’s passion takes him to the lake more than 150 times a year. According to his estimations — and those close to him consider the estimates conservative — Kurita annually catches more than 100 bass greater than 8 pounds.
On July 2, 2009, he landed his biggest fish ever (although not the biggest he has hooked). The 22-pound, 5-ounce behemoth ate a live sunfish he had rigged on a 5/0 Fina Power Finesse bait hook.
“I had noticed this big fish swimming around the bridge piling, and I was pretty sure she would eat a bluegill. So, about 11:30 a.m., I went to the bridge piling and cast the bait to the north side. I twitched it a couple of times and the big bass ate it. It was my first cast,” Kurita explained.
Kurita showed me the exact spot on the bridge, made the exact cast and explained how surprised he was once he landed the fish.
“I knew it was big, but I did not think it was that big,” he admitted.
Using the same techniques as when he caught the potential world record, Kurita landed this 8 1/2-pounder while showing the area to Bassmaster Magazine editor James Hall.
The IGFA has not yet certified Kurita’s catch as a world record because of a rule that states a record fish cannot come from a sanctuary or no-fishing zone. The remaining question has been about whether the three marked bridge pilings where he was rumored to have caught the fish are no-fishing zones, and, if they are, was Kurita actually fishing near these three pilings? (The other bridge pilings are not marked, so fishing, anchoring and tying to them is totally legal.)
When I asked Kurita to take me to the exact spot where he caught the bass. He did not hesitate. We drove directly to one of the three marked pilings, confirming the rumors that he caught the fish in an area that was marked: “Do not stop.” He could just as easily have taken me to another bridge support, one that would have completely negated the naysayers.
His honesty was refreshing. His motives seemed pure.
However, this supported those who questioned the legality of his catch. Does the “Do not stop” sign suggest, and thereby give authorities, the ability to ticket anglers fishing the marked pilings?
This determination is left to the local police and, ultimately, the Japanese Game Fish Association and the International Game Fish Association.
After my meeting with Kurita, I met with Yoichiro Oguri, president and owner of Popeye, a very popular tackle store chain (Japan’s version of Bass Pro Shops). Mr. Oguri is a very well-connected and respected icon in the Japanese fishing industry. During our conversation, I asked if he had a contact within the JGFA, and, if so, could he find out the status of the Kurita world record application.
Mr. Oguri contacted JGFA and found out the delay was because of the fact that they were unsure of the local laws surrounding Biwa’s no-fishing zones. Mr. Oguri then contacted the Shiga-Ken Police Department (enforcers of Lake Biwa laws). He asked them if fishing was allowed near the three marked bridge pilings. The answer was “yes.” It is illegal to anchor or tie to the bridge pilings, but fishing next to or around them is completely legal.
Kurita broke no laws in the catching of the 22-5.
Mr. Oguri then contacted the chairman of the JGFA and informed him of his findings.
Moments later, the JGFA gave Kurita’s catch the thumbs up and sent a letter of support to the IGFA. As of this writing, the IGFA has not yet commented on the status of the record. However, it seems all concerns about the legality of this catch have been answered. It is likely Mr. Kurita’s bass will be recognized as the biggest largemouth ever caught.
And if for some reason the IGFA still does not recognize Kurita’s accomplishment?
“That’s OK,” Kurita replied with a shy grin. “I think I might be able to catch a bigger one next year.”
You can talk with Manabu Kurita LIVE in the forums at Northeast Bass Fishing For Trophy Bass at http://delawaretrophybass.com
New Interview With Manabu Kurita Concerning new World Record Bass
Published October 23, 2009 Swimbaits Leave a CommentTags: japan, kurita, largemouth, newworldrecordlargemouth, worldrecordbass
The rest of the story
By James Hall
Editor, Bassmaster Magazine
Manabu Kurita told me the truth today about how, when and where he caught the pending world record bass. Every detail. How do I know it’s the truth? I know because Mr. Kurita doesn’t care if his fish is certified as a world record or not.
Manabu Kurita fishes in the area where he caught the 22-5 largemouth.
Shy and unassuming, the 33-year-old Kasugai native became hooked on bass fishing 18 years ago.
“I saw a photo of a largemouth bass in a magazine and I was very impressed with how it looked. So, I tried fishing for bass and I became passionate about catching them,” Kurita explained.
Kurita’s passion takes him to the lake more than 150 times a year. According to his estimations — and those close to him consider the estimates conservative — Kurita annually catches more than 100 bass greater than 8 pounds.
On July 2, 2009, he landed his biggest fish ever (although not the biggest he has hooked). The 22-pound, 5-ounce behemoth ate a live sunfish he had rigged on a 5/0 Fina Power Finesse bait hook.
“I had noticed this big fish swimming around the bridge piling, and I was pretty sure she would eat a bluegill. So, about 11:30 a.m., I went to the bridge piling and cast the bait to the north side. I twitched it a couple of times and the big bass ate it. It was my first cast,” Kurita explained.
Kurita showed me the exact spot on the bridge, made the exact cast and explained how surprised he was once he landed the fish.
“I knew it was big, but I did not think it was that big,” he admitted.
Using the same techniques as when he caught the potential world record, Kurita landed this 8 1/2-pounder while showing the area to Bassmaster Magazine editor James Hall.
The IGFA has not yet certified Kurita’s catch as a world record because of a rule that states a record fish cannot come from a sanctuary or no-fishing zone. The remaining question has been about whether the three marked bridge pilings where he was rumored to have caught the fish are no-fishing zones, and, if they are, was Kurita actually fishing near these three pilings? (The other bridge pilings are not marked, so fishing, anchoring and tying to them is totally legal.)
When I asked Kurita to take me to the exact spot where he caught the bass. He did not hesitate. We drove directly to one of the three marked pilings, confirming the rumors that he caught the fish in an area that was marked: “Do not stop.” He could just as easily have taken me to another bridge support, one that would have completely negated the naysayers.
His honesty was refreshing. His motives seemed pure.
However, this supported those who questioned the legality of his catch. Does the “Do not stop” sign suggest, and thereby give authorities, the ability to ticket anglers fishing the marked pilings?
This determination is left to the local police and, ultimately, the Japanese Game Fish Association and the International Game Fish Association.
After my meeting with Kurita, I met with Yoichiro Oguri, president and owner of Popeye, a very popular tackle store chain (Japan’s version of Bass Pro Shops). Mr. Oguri is a very well-connected and respected icon in the Japanese fishing industry. During our conversation, I asked if he had a contact within the JGFA, and, if so, could he find out the status of the Kurita world record application.
Mr. Oguri contacted JGFA and found out the delay was because of the fact that they were unsure of the local laws surrounding Biwa’s no-fishing zones. Mr. Oguri then contacted the Shiga-Ken Police Department (enforcers of Lake Biwa laws). He asked them if fishing was allowed near the three marked bridge pilings. The answer was “yes.” It is illegal to anchor or tie to the bridge pilings, but fishing next to or around them is completely legal.
Kurita broke no laws in the catching of the 22-5.
Mr. Oguri then contacted the chairman of the JGFA and informed him of his findings.
Moments later, the JGFA gave Kurita’s catch the thumbs up and sent a letter of support to the IGFA. As of this writing, the IGFA has not yet commented on the status of the record. However, it seems all concerns about the legality of this catch have been answered. It is likely Mr. Kurita’s bass will be recognized as the biggest largemouth ever caught.
And if for some reason the IGFA still does not recognize Kurita’s accomplishment?
“That’s OK,” Kurita replied with a shy grin. “I think I might be able to catch a bigger one next year.”
You can talk with Manabu Kurita LIVE in the forums at Northeast Bass Fishing For Trophy Bass at http://delawaretrophybass.com
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Published October 23, 2009 Swimbaits Leave a Comment
IGFA Will Approve Kurita’s World Record Bass Soon
Published October 21, 2009 igfa , kurita , largemouthbass , newworldrecordbass Leave a CommentThe bass fishing world has been waiting on the edge of its collective seat for the past two weeks, waiting for the International Game Fish Association to announce whether or not Japan’s Manabu Kurita will becertified as holder of the new world record largemouth bass.
As of this writing, IGFA is waiting for a response from the Japanese Game Fish Association concerning the rumor that Kurita was fishing in arestricted area when he boated the giant bass. Perhaps the following information will clear up any questions about the catch.
You can read more and visit with Manabu Kurita in person and see pictures that appear nowhere else at Northeast Bass Fishing For Trophy Bass at http://delawaretrophybass.com
Kurita caught the bass beneath the Biwako Oohashi bridge, which connects the west bank (Katata) of the giant lake to the eastern shore (Moriyama).The pilings of this bridge are numbered, giving anglers and boat captains a reference when navigating beneath the structure. It is illegal for anyone to stop between piling four and piling six, as this is the tallest portion of the bridge (it rises closer to the west bankto allow for high-mast boats) and all boat traffic is directed throughthis area.
It is important to note that the law states you cannot stop in this area. It is not illegal to troll this area or otherwise fish while moving. This is a moot point, however, because Kurita was fishing the eastern side of the bridge, well away from this restricted area.
Further supporting Kurita’s innocence, July is a very popular month for tourists on Lake Biwa, and the boating traffic from sightseeing tours, commercial fishing boats and jet boats would have made the area virtually unfishable and extremely dangerous.
The rumor of his fishing in a restricted zone may well have come from local anglers, according to Takuji Naruo, a local fisherman and representative for Jackall Bros. Lures, whose office is located on the banks of the lake.
“Many bass anglers agreed to not fish any ofthe bridge pilings because it could be dangerous with big wakes from the sightseeing boats. And we also do not want to interfere with commercial fishing nets, which are often in the area. However, it is not at all illegal to fish there.
The only government law concerning the bridge has to do with the area between pilings four and six. If you stop there, you may get a ticket,” Naruo explains.
So, Kurita might have broken a gentleman’s agreement between bass anglers on the lake, but he did not break the law. Once the JGFA explains this to theIGFA, barring any unexpected hiccups, Mr. Kurita’s bass is likely to be granted world record status.
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