2014 Top Gun Flathead Competition – Event Information and Angler Profiles

The Top Gun Flathead is a 1 day shootout which continues to grow in stature, being an ideal hit out for those anglers who are serious about achieving a high position at the Classic in October!

Buy a top gun at auction or take them on with your own team! Your chance to fish with some of the top gun Flathead anglers from the Flathead Classic, we will be auctioning off a bunch of excellent anglers who have consistently done well over the years in the Classic. Have you been left wondering how the top anglers do it at the classic? Guys like David Green, Danny Sands, David Whyte  are consistent top 10 finishers at the classic and have a wealth of knowledge on the local waterways and chasing Flathead. This is your opportunity to learn from these guys and our other top guns and get yourself ready for the Great Northern Brewing Co. 2014 Flathead Classic.

If you are the successful bid at the auction you will team up with the top gun on their boat in a one day Flathead comp with cash prizes on August 10th. The 2 or 3 person team comp is open to all comers whether you choose to buy a top gun or fish with your mates.

Who will take out the honor of Top Gun team?  Do you need a ‘top gun’ angler to finish on top?

You and your wing men can join in the fun in 2 ways.

Join the fun at the auction on August 7th (at the Flathead Classic launch Night) and bid to score a Top Gun for you or you and a mate to compete with on comp day August 10th. All anglers have a reserve price of $80 which covers entry to the comp.

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Enter a 2 or 3 person team with your mates to take on the top guns and other teams on August the 10th

Top Gun Angler Auction:

When: Flathead Classic Launch Night Thursday 7th August

Where:  Doug Burts Tackleworld at Biggera Waters (opposite Harbour Town)

Time: ‘Sausage sizzle’ from 6.30, Meeting will start from 7.15pm. We finish the night off with the auction

Process: Top Gun Auction will see the top guns randomly drawn and then auctioned off throughout the evening. Starting bids are at $80 which covers team entry and lunch. All winning bids must be paid on the night. Remember 2 or 3 people can fish from one boat, so you can bid for a top gun solo or pool your $ with a mate to improve your chances.

Silent Auction Bids will be accepted to [email protected] up until 3pm on August 7th silent bids are made only with a firm commitment to honor (those who don’t will be named and shamed). Subject line of email must include: Auction Bid: Angler name. Email must include name and contact details to be valid and the bid total.

Top Guns

David Green or “Greeny” as he is better known has had more top 10 finishes in the Flathead Classic than any other angler, so it would be a game man that would bet against him not finishing high up again this year! He is a national fishing journalist and highly respected in the fishing community He has incredible local knowledge and is equally at home trolling or flicking soft plastics. Greeny has already stated he is having a serious crack at the Classic this year. A worthy investment for anyone for anyone wanting to learn more about flathead fishing!

Christian Cross – Anyone looking for a comfy ride, then Christian is your man. This easy going bloke has consistently finished in the top 10 in the Flathead Classic. He is an all round angler who specialises in deepwater techniques.

Kevin Ballantine – Local tackle shop owner is another member of flathead fishing royalty whose intimate knowledge of the gold coast has seen him consistently place in the top 10 of the Flathead Classic.
For the fluff chuckers out there, Kev’s your man…a wizard of the long wand, who is also very comfortable relaxing on the troll or even flinging the odd plastic. A staunch supporter of the club and keen supporter of junior anglers, so raid the kids piggy banks and put in a bid!

Shane Gartner – Shane has fished all but 1 Flathead Classic over the years, culminating in his maiden win 2 years ago. He manufacture s Pig lures, so I’m sure he’ll have a few secret weapons in his arsenal to use. His preferred style is trolling however has been known to fling the odd franger in his time! He is renowned for inventing the “Short troll” and as they say the greatest form of flattery is imitation….well others can only aspire. If the fishing is slow, then at least there’s a great yarn in that I am sure.

David Whyte – David is the reigning Top Gun Champion, so he’ll be keen to defend his title and take home the cash again this year. David is an exceptional all round angler who’s knowledge of all things piscatorial will ensure that your day on the water will not only help your flathead fishing but your knowledge overall.

Doug Burt – A name synonomous with fishing on the Gold Coast and all round good guy, Dougy will provide a top notch day on the water. His knowledge of all things piscatorial is second to none, so even if the flathead aren’t on the chew you’ll have the opportunity to increase your fishing knowledge. Dougy is a very versatile angler who is adept at all techniques needed to catch the wily flathead. Strap yourselves in for a great day out!

Dan Hickey – Elevated from the rookie list based on last year’s 2nd place in the Classic. Dan is an exceptionally passionate angler who lives for the Classic. For those wanting to bid on dan, please b aware his boat may not beo n the water, so it is prefered a team who can supply their own boat bid for him. Dan will guide you for the day and undoubtedly put you onto a few of his trademark “Big Flatties” that he is renowned for.

Danny Sands –Danny’s CV also boasts a win in the Flathead Classic and numerous top 5 finishes. He is adept at trolling and plastics fishing, so versatility is his middle name! add to this a very comfy ride out on the water and you can expect Danny to a popular choice for anyone serious to learn about flathead fishing. Sell any old fishing tackle you have laying around, heck trade in your mother in law, but whatever you do bring a fat wallet to secure Danny, you won’t be disappointed!

Top Gun Flathead Competition – Event Information

When: 10 August 2014

Where: Volunteer Marine Rescue Base Seaworld Drive, The Spit. Put in at the boat ramp at the spit enter VMR from the side gate near the beach.

Time: Registration from 6.00am, Briefing 6.30am, Field underway between 6.50-7.00am, Back to Base by 2.30pm.

Cost: $80 team of 2. $120 team of 3 includes lunch and a drink.

Comp Rules: It is a catch, photograph and release comp chasing best 5 legal Flathead. You will need a digital camera, blank SD card and a Brag Mat. The comp is Lure and Fly only and trolling is permitted. The ‘captain’/boat skipper is responsible for boat safety and ensure operation within the law including PFD’s.

The comp is a cash prize comp and will pay to third. A ‘prize’ will also be given for biggest Flathead. Boundaries are the same as the Flathead Classic power lines Russell Island to Nerang River

Prize Pool: Is dependent on the total # teams entered + the selling price of Top Gun anglers. 70% of entry money will be returned to the field. Conservatively a 30 boat field will have a $2000 prize pool but could be much more! Great Value Comp!

 

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