The World Record Striped Bass
Freshwater and Saltwater
Becoming the world record striped bass holder can accompany much speculation. The buzz can generate positive attributes, as well as a lot of negative criticism. When the dust clears, and all is said and done, there can only be one remaining at the top.
Is all the negativity from the critics worth having a record
fish? There are always going to be those people who have nothing but
bad things to say, rather than praising the ones who have accomplished
such a highly praised task in which they, themselves could only ever
dream of doing. After all, it wasn't them sacrificing their time and
effort out on the water while fighting to bring in these world class
stripers.
Record Striped Bass
- Freshwater
Hank
Ferguson
May 7, 1992
O'Neill Forebay
San Luis, California
67 pounds 8 ounces
landlocked all-tackle record
Record Striped Bass - Saltwater
September 21, 1982
Vermont Avenue Jetty
Atlantic City, New Jersey
78 pounds 8 ounces
Length: 53 inches
Girth: 34½
Reel: Penn 710
Line: 20 lb Ande green monofilament
Lure: Rebel 5½" black-back silver minnow
saltwater all-tackle record
These are the two most notable and most recognized striped bass
records. As you may already know, records carry out through each state,
region and each country. There are many other records for many
different class types, such as light tackle, age groups, public lakes
and reservoirs, etc.
Are you up for the challenge of setting a new
record? Check
the records within your region. You may be surprised to see a
reasonable and reachable record for you to set your goals to.
