Bassintn : Fishing Forum Posts

I fish several tournaments a year as a co-angler, have for 20 years. Im 52. I've always wanted to become a pro but I don't have the big nice boat. I have a 1995 17.5 Skeeter with a 135. It has everything to be a legal tournament boat. I've even upgraded the electronics and trolling motor.
So how do I excel from where I am? I feel like I have some knowledge. I feel like I have the baits. But I just can't get the confidence taking my little boat out there with 150 new 20' Rangers. I also know I lack the time on the water I should have.
Any words of encouragement would be greatly appreciated. I've wanted to be a pro, or at least be competitive for 25 years. I'm just not following the right path to get there.