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2026-02-16, 12:16:52Stop by Booth 5715 at Outdoorama this week starting Thursday, February 19 in Novi! You know where!
djkimmel
2026-01-18, 11:50:18Great to see quite a few of you at the 2026 Ultimate Fishing Show. Now, on to Outdoorama Feb. 19-22.
djkimmel
2026-01-08, 07:22:54Stop by Booth 3054 right next door to Xtreme Bass Tackle and say hello today January 8 through January 11.
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2026-01-01, 13:07:42Thanks detroit1
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2025-12-06, 09:52:48Hi Dan, see you next month.
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Tons of Seminars at 81st Ultimate Sport Show Grand Rapids
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2026 Ultimate Sport Show Grand Rapids Volunteers Schedule
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Rod repair and custom rods
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2026 Outdoorama coming up February 19-22
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[January 18, 2026, 11:21:06 AM]
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Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:27:21 +0000
This is a tale of two lakes. Intertwined lakes, in Barry County, Michigan. Where somehow the water has gone away. Upper and Lower Crooked Lakes, both near and dear to me, are suffering from the lowest water levels I've seen in the 35+ years I've been fishing them.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:07:47 +0000
81st Ultimate Sport Show - Grand Rapids with over 4 Acres of Fishing and Hunting Gear, Outdoor Travel, Fishing Boats, Seminars, Displays and Features, March 12-15, 2026.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:05:49 +0000
If you enjoy the outdoors – hunting, fishing, boating, camping etc. – then Vibe Credit Union Showplace, Novi is the place for you and your family Feb. 19-22 when the 53rd Annual Outdoorama returns to town.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:52:21 +0000
Hundreds of new fishing boats, the largest ice fishing display in Michigan, and a star-studded seminar lineup featuring some of the world’s top anglers will headline the 43rd annual Ultimate Fishing Show–Detroit, Jan. 8–11 at Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Avenue in Novi.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 17:21:19 +0000
I'm not trying to rush winter. I'm sure some semblance of winter is on the way. That means we are approaching the 2026 Ultimate Sport Show Tour - the three biggest fishing and outdoor sport shows in Michigan!
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Recent posts
#51
Fantasy Fishing / 2025 GreatLakesBass.com Bassma...
Last post by djkimmel - February 09, 2025, 02:35:03 PMcameraguy done went and reminded me to create a Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing group for the website. Just login at the Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing website (link above) and search for the GreatLakesBass.com group to shoot for lifelong bragging rights! At least here!
Right now, I'm sitting solidly in first place, which I expect to last only a few minutes after the first Bassmaster Elite Series event, where I will then fall into my usual last place spot! See you there, and good luck. (Though there's no luck in fishing.)
Right now, I'm sitting solidly in first place, which I expect to last only a few minutes after the first Bassmaster Elite Series event, where I will then fall into my usual last place spot! See you there, and good luck. (Though there's no luck in fishing.)
#52
Ultimate Sport Show Grand Rapids 2026 / Outdoorama 2025 Show Floor Pla...
Last post by djkimmel - February 07, 2025, 03:32:20 PMI've attached a big image you can blow up of the 2025 Outdoorama show floor plan. I'll be in booth 5767 which is marked on the floor plan map.
The show runs February 20-23 in Novi at Suburban Collection Showplace. See you there!
The show runs February 20-23 in Novi at Suburban Collection Showplace. See you there!
#53
Bass Fishing Tips, Techniques & General Discussion / Re: Prop repair
Last post by djkimmel - February 07, 2025, 03:26:26 PMThat's a great question. There used to be a shop in south central Michigan people sent props to. I believe I sent a prop there once and it came back real nice. Brinkmans Propeller Service in Grass Lake. Unfortunately, the number I have for them has been disconnected. It was a long time ago. I wonder if they went out of business?
I don't find a believable website though many business listings still exist for them? The website listed on their profiles is supposedly the email address for a pharmaceutical company in Europe? So I'm thinking out of business and something shady going on with their business listings?
I hope you can find someone.
I don't find a believable website though many business listings still exist for them? The website listed on their profiles is supposedly the email address for a pharmaceutical company in Europe? So I'm thinking out of business and something shady going on with their business listings?
I hope you can find someone.
#54
Bass Fishing Tips, Techniques & General Discussion / Prop repair
Last post by Chewy - January 25, 2025, 09:02:42 PMDoes anyone have a shop in the West Michigan area that they bring their prop to for repairs? I have a 4-blade stainless Mercury Trophy Plus that is starting to show its age. Just a few dings here and there but nothing major. Just needs the blade edges to be cleaned up and to make sure its balanced. Any help is much appreciated.
#55
Ohio Bass Fishing Reports / Underwater Video from Ice Fish...
Last post by Bigbass201 - January 24, 2025, 05:36:12 AMThought some of you might enjoy some underwater footage from Lake Erie's East Harbor.
https://rumble.com/v6cefep-take-a-look-under-the-ice.html?mref=66lt3&mc=9e0fe
https://rumble.com/v6cefep-take-a-look-under-the-ice.html?mref=66lt3&mc=9e0fe
#56
Ultimate Sport Show Grand Rapids 2026 / 2025 Outdoorama Volunteers Sch...
Last post by djkimmel - January 23, 2025, 03:10:37 PMBelow is the volunteer need schedule for the 2025 Outdoorama. Volunteers who work at least 2 hours will get a free exhibitor pass to the show that is good for the whole show. I can only give passes to persons who help at the booth so please stay at the booth and help out during your time(s)!
UPDATED 1/23/25 (3:10PM): Booth 5767 - Please help me keep the schedule up-to-date. PM or Contact Me if you have a change or any questions.
I could use a helper for ~30 minutes after the show ends Sunday for tearing down, and packing the booth and materials into my car. That would be awesome if you can help!?! All volunteers will be added for a year to the special GLBass Friends group if not already in there. And you will have my eternal thanks and appreciation!
BOOTH VOLUNTEERS SUMMARY
You will get more details in the private volunteers area of the forum. You will be able to see it once I add you to the temporary show group. I will state a few things now. I need people who can talk to others in an outgoing, friendly fashion about joining the websites - mostly GreatLakesBass.com and GreatLakesIceFishing.com, handing out stuff and just answering general questions about fishing. NO ALCOHOL in the booth. No sales or giveaways of items not pre-approved by me before the show.
This is only a 10x10 booth so there's not a lot of room for extra friends and family to come and hang out in the booth. Please NO extra people behind the table or blocking the table front who are not on the volunteer list. The schedule can be adjusted some to accommodate people willing to help who can't fit one of the existing time slots. THANK YOU!!!!
UPDATED 1/23/25 (3:10PM): Booth 5767 - Please help me keep the schedule up-to-date. PM or Contact Me if you have a change or any questions.
Thursday, February 20
1pm - 8pm
Username Time
djkimmel 1pm - 8pm
1pm - 3pm
3pm - 5pm
5pm - 7pm
Friday, February 21
12pm - 8pm
Username Time
djkimmel 12pm - 8pm
12pm - 2pm
2pm - 4pm
4pm - 6pm
6pm - 8pm
Saturday, February 22
10am - 8pm
Username Time
djkimmel 10am - 8pm
10am - 12pm
12pm - 2pm
2pm - 4pm
4pm - 6pm
6pm - 8pm
Sunday, February 23
10am - 5pm
Username Time
djkimmel 10am - 5pm
10am - 12pm
12pm - 2pm
2pm - 4pm or
3pm - 5pm (tear down)
I could use a helper for ~30 minutes after the show ends Sunday for tearing down, and packing the booth and materials into my car. That would be awesome if you can help!?! All volunteers will be added for a year to the special GLBass Friends group if not already in there. And you will have my eternal thanks and appreciation!
BOOTH VOLUNTEERS SUMMARY
You will get more details in the private volunteers area of the forum. You will be able to see it once I add you to the temporary show group. I will state a few things now. I need people who can talk to others in an outgoing, friendly fashion about joining the websites - mostly GreatLakesBass.com and GreatLakesIceFishing.com, handing out stuff and just answering general questions about fishing. NO ALCOHOL in the booth. No sales or giveaways of items not pre-approved by me before the show.
This is only a 10x10 booth so there's not a lot of room for extra friends and family to come and hang out in the booth. Please NO extra people behind the table or blocking the table front who are not on the volunteer list. The schedule can be adjusted some to accommodate people willing to help who can't fit one of the existing time slots. THANK YOU!!!!
#57
Ultimate Sport Show Grand Rapids 2026 / Re: 2025 Ultimate Fishing Show...
Last post by djkimmel - January 23, 2025, 02:55:48 PMA big thank you to capt charlie's charters and Skulley for helping out multiple times in the booth. Mojo was there too for a bit - thanks. I always appreciate all the people from here who stop by and say hello! Thanks!
#58
Bass Fishing Tips, Techniques & General Discussion / 2025 SWAPMEET
Last post by bob o - January 14, 2025, 10:41:35 AMThe 2025 fishing swap meet and silent auction.
Date of event: March 8th, Saturday 11:00 till whenever
This year we have V.T.A.C. for our silent auction beneficiary. https://supportvtac.org/, 100% of the silent auction monies will be earmarked for the Veterans Treatment Assistance Corps. If you have questions (and I know you do) any tackle you haven't used or new bring it for the table, if its condition too bad to donate we will also have a free box for your duds or well used items. Tackle makers are welcome to sell/donate too, even sponsored semi pro or pro fisherman are also welcome to sell/donate. If there is nothing on the silent auction table you wish to bid on but still want to donate there will be a donation box (unbreakable) to place your donation. Fishing clubs and Teams are also invited.
The swap meet will be the same with no changes, the front door will open at 11:00am and close when the last person leaves. I will have tables set up for anyone to set up their tackle for trade or sell. Food, this year will start with my Texas chili (no beans), please feel free to bring one of your favorite dishes to pass. Drink, my fridge will be open full of beer and soft drinks, but feel free to bring your own beverage hard or soft.
Bob Osen
15675 Oporto Livonia, Michigan 48154
734.788.0155
Date of event: March 8th, Saturday 11:00 till whenever
This year we have V.T.A.C. for our silent auction beneficiary. https://supportvtac.org/, 100% of the silent auction monies will be earmarked for the Veterans Treatment Assistance Corps. If you have questions (and I know you do) any tackle you haven't used or new bring it for the table, if its condition too bad to donate we will also have a free box for your duds or well used items. Tackle makers are welcome to sell/donate too, even sponsored semi pro or pro fisherman are also welcome to sell/donate. If there is nothing on the silent auction table you wish to bid on but still want to donate there will be a donation box (unbreakable) to place your donation. Fishing clubs and Teams are also invited.
The swap meet will be the same with no changes, the front door will open at 11:00am and close when the last person leaves. I will have tables set up for anyone to set up their tackle for trade or sell. Food, this year will start with my Texas chili (no beans), please feel free to bring one of your favorite dishes to pass. Drink, my fridge will be open full of beer and soft drinks, but feel free to bring your own beverage hard or soft.
Bob Osen
15675 Oporto Livonia, Michigan 48154
734.788.0155
#59
Bass Fishing Tips, Techniques & General Discussion / Re: I found an Old ShipWreck w...
Last post by Bigbass201 - January 10, 2025, 07:57:26 AMThanks Dan. I just played around with another one for a quite a while. Rumble has 4 different ways to embed it and none worked unfortunately. I'll just try to include a thumbnail when I can. Thanks for the reply. It's much appreciated.
#60
Ohio Bass Fishing Reports / Portage River Ohio Bass Fishin...
Last post by Bigbass201 - January 10, 2025, 07:54:16 AMHere is a video with some obstacles to overcome. Jim and I fished late October and had to deal with different current variations, weather changes, and tournament pressure. There were two tournaments going on.
Portage River Bass Fishing Video Click Here
Portage River Bass Fishing Video Click Here