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Hometown: MANNSVILLE, OK
Birthdate: 11-30-1974
Classic Appearances: 10
BASS Tournaments Won: 6
Career Highlights: 2010 Angler of the Year Runner-Up. $1,600,000+ Career Winnings.
Total BM Entries: 149
Primary Fishing Strength: POWER FISHING
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JOURNAL
May 2011
Winning the Power Pole Citrus Slam on the St. John’s River in Florida has definitely been the highlight of my season so far. Fishing that event was like an emotional roller coaster to me. I lost so many big fish, but somehow I still came out with enough to win. To come out of Florida with a win was just awesome. I feel really blessed and thankful.
I did a lot of sight fishing on the St. Johns, and I was focusing on muddier water that was holding some good fish. Even in that dirtier water, my Wiley X sunglasses helped pick out the fish. I was wearing my Wiley P-17s, which has always been one of my favorites for sight fishing. I also like to fish with AirRage glasses, as well.
At Pickwick Lake, I was doing a lot of flipping, working my lure with a slow “money crawl.” There, the key was throwing the lure in sandy spots, and you can’t do that without good sunglasses. It was challenging to see where the sandy bottom was, and my Wiley X glasses really helped me read the water. Many people underestimate how important sunglasses really are when fishing. I sure don’t.
I’m very pleased about the season so far and how things are shaping up. Winning in Florida means I automatically made the 2012 Bassmaster Classic, which is always exciting. I’m a little disappointed about my performance in the last two tournaments — but there’s a lot of fishing left. I still have a chance at Angler of the Year. Being in the race for this important title is always exciting.
I’m looking forward to the next couple of tournaments.
September 2010
One of my most memorable experiences this season was unfortunately, a bad one. I lost a fish at Jordan that would have put me in 5th Place and earned me the Angler of the Year title. Yeah, that one fish haunts me, but I had to put it behind me and move on.
Fortunately, redemption came swiftly. We went on to Lake Norman, and I got a tournament win. Professional bass fishing is one of the toughest, most competitive sports out there with the best anglers from around the country and the world. Any win is big, especially at a really tough event like Lake Norman. I was able to do very well and win it. It was very exciting and I had a great time.
My success at Lake Norman came from my willingness to adapt to the situation and try something new. I dropped down to light spinning tackle, took the skirt off my jig and fished a light frog. This was the first time I tried something like that and it paid off in a couple of big fish.
It just goes to show you, now matter how experienced you are, you can always learn something new. My advice to anglers is not to be afraid to drop down to light 8-pound test with downsized baits to make the most of your day. By doing this at Norman, I was able to salvage the tournament and come out with a really good finish.
I wear Wiley X AirRage glasses, and they play an important role in my fishing success. I have thousands of lures and boatloads of rod/reel combinations, some of which I’ll use on any given day. However, there isn’t a day that goes by on the water that I don’t use my Wiley X glasses. They keep my eyes protected when I’m running down the lake. And the clear vision they provide allows me to see that little limb coming off a laydown that I might otherwise miss. Being able to see better and read the water, the shore and underwater structure is vital to success in this competitive environment. Wearing Wiley X over the years has helped me appreciate how important a tool vision is to a fisherman. It plays a huge role in everything I do — every day, every minute.
April 2010
It’s been a grueling start to the season, but it’s been a lot of fun for me, too. I fished at Table Rock Lake, flew from Missouri to California, fished the Duel in the Delta and the Golden State Shootout at Clear Lake, jumped on a redeye to Charlotte, North Carolina, then on to Providence, Rhode Island.
It feels like I’ve been all over the country in a two-week period. Meanwhile, friends and family were busy driving two boats and two trucks across the country to meet up with me. Needless to say, we’re all looking forward to catching up on some much needed rest.
I really struggled on Day One at the Delta. I broke two fishing rods on great big fish (not sure what happened there) and was only able to weigh in two fish. I ended up doing better the rest of the event, however.
The following week was great. We rented a house and I had the whole family with me at Clear Lake. The weather was beautiful, which made it a great time for all. I really beat that lake for all it was worth, working the swim bait. The strikes you get are really amazing on these lures.
So far, one of my most successful techniques this season has been flipping heavy Yum Wooly Bugs around thick grass. My Wiley X AirRage glasses play a very important role in my style of fishing. I like the gasket (Facial Cavity Seal) that keeps the wind out of my eyes when I’m making those long runs. Dry, irritated eyes can really take you out of your game.
My Wiley X sunglasses also help me see into the water. In the Delta, for example, I was able to concentrate my effort on the thickest portions of grass. While swim bait fishing at Clear Lake, I often spotted bass cruising down the bank. I was able to come down the lake at a later time and catch those fish.
I’m in a solid position going into the rest of the season. I came out of California in 12th Place in the overall standings, so I’m feeling good about where I am. I’m excited about the year ahead.
March 2009
All in all, it’s been a very exciting season. I’m thrilled to have posted a 6th place finish in the Angler of the Year running, and I’m looking forward to continuing the successes into next year. My biggest fish came at Lake Amistad where I was able to pull in an 8.5lber, but my favorite tournament was Lake Murray, where I could actually see fish going after my bait. With my Wiley X’s I could see 15-20 feet underwater, through trees, rocks and shallow pivot points, and just watched as fish went after my bait. It was easy to reel them in while watching bass after bass go right at my lure.
Wearing eyewear from Wiley X has greatly decreased my eye fatigue, and has helped reduce headaches after being out on the water and in the sun all day. My Climate Control Series glasses have proven to be effective in all conditions, whether it’s cloudy and overcast or the sun is shining bright, I always feel protected from the elements.
Bassmaster Classic
Day One was all about the weather, but the fish didn’t seem to mind and I did alright. I was throwing a Pradco Money-Minnow and brought in a limit over 18 pounds for a pretty good start. Sun came out on Day Two and I fished around the docks. Would’ve been a really great tournament if I’d have won. Came awful close though.
You don’t always think about wearing sunglasses on cloudy days, but I had my Wiley Xs on that first day and saw a nice bass swimmin’ around under a dock. Thanks to those polarized lenses, I was able to drop my lure right on his head. Even saw him take the bait – and I also saw him drop into my livewell.
Sunshine Showdown
Weather for this tournament was beautiful, but it was awful windy – a real challenge to stay on the fish. Had the best practice day of my life. Flippin’ was working great. But the tournament days were hard fishing for me.
Wiley X did come through though. Those tight-fitting gaskets kept out the wind, and the smoke lenses really cut the brightness…my eyes didn’t get fatigued at all.
Citrus Slam
Another beautiful weekend, and huge crowds, but it was tough fishin’. I was flippin’ a 5” June Bug Yumdinger and getting some pretty good action. On Day Three I hooked up three nice fish within about 40 minutes. But two of ‘em, a 7-pounder and an 8-pounder literally straightened the hook and got away. If I’d a landed any one of those, I’d a been fishin’ on Sunday.
By the way, when you’re fishing in Florida, watch out for those gators. I accidentally hooked one and it was the dickens getting that beast off my line. Makes a good story though.
BIO
At age five, he was hookin' crappies and catfish with his mom. In college he was charging down the field as a running back for Southeastern Oklahoma State University. But it wasn’t until 2000 when the world took notice of
Edwin Evers and his ability to hook big bass. Whether he’s cruising the lake
at 70 mph, fighting some of the biggest fish on the tour or standing on the podium at the end of the day, Edwin is always found leading the pack.
Watching the Bassmaster Classic on television and reading about the profession in magazines is really what got Edwin interested in testing the
waters as a professional bass fisherman. A serious competitor at heart, once he dropped his line, it was the thrill of the competition that really hooked him. And he’s been full steam ahead ever since.
As a 30 time B.A.S.S top-ten finisher, 8x Bassmaster Classic qualifier, coming off a 2007 win of the Bassmaster Elite Series Lake Erie / Niagara River tournament and currently ranked 11th in the world, Edwin Evers is entering his eighth season as a professional with aspirations for another big year.
Over the years, Edwin has seen the importance of technology in his profession. Using his electronics to locate fish is his most prized technique during a tournament. And beyond electronic technology, Edwin looks for cutting edge innovation in all of his gear — and as a member of the Wiley X Eyewear Pro Bass Team, Edwin definitely has the technological advantage in his protective eyewear. “Our eyes are everything to us. From site fishing — seeing both fish and underwater structure — to protecting my eyes from the elements, I am exposed to every day, having a good pair of sunglasses is very important,” says Edwin. “When running down the lake the chances of something hitting you in the eye are great. I like the protective capabilities of the foam gasket found in the Wiley X Eyewear Climate Control Series and the durability of the frames and lenses throughout the entire product line.”
When Edwin is not chasing after bass on the water, he can be found hunting, golfing and coaching his kid’s basketball team. Look for him to make a big splash during the 2008 season!
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