KVD at the Richmond show

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Yep, that's right HE was at the show today and gave a very good talk about how to use the Red Eye and jerk baits to catch spring bass. He even caught one, his first bass of 09, on the trap while explaining how he uses it in colder water. Saw him around signing stuff, shaking hands, and chatting with everyone which was nice to see. A lot of times you never get the big names out on the floor with the folks.
Got a bunch of pics of some great tackle that I didn't buy just to piss off the bait monkey but can't download them right now. I'll see if I can get them up tomorrow.
Picked up a couple nice items myself and met some manufacturers which is always interesting. Learned how the tomato core worms are made and got some information about dyes and formula trading within the business. Good stuff.
Got my Flippin Weights that I needed. Grabbed a couple packs of Deep Creek Lures 10" worms. Grabbed a Magic Swimmer before they sold out (B.M. made me do it!). Still haven't seen the Bonga Jerk yet. Picked up a Kermie Jr in Leopard Frog (new color). Found a Brian's Topwater that set me back a few $$$ but couldn't pass it up. Damn Bait Monkey!!! Got me again. And found some NetBait Mad Paca's too. Total set me back $80 for the day.
Hope I get out of there on Sunday with a few $$ in my pocket. Might have to leave the credit card at home.