I think it's a valid point that some folks have no idea how valuable a wild fish is to the future of our sport, or how badly treated the Hoh run is in particular...but the fact that the dude felt the need to lie about it being a bleeder shows that he knows damn well it wasn't cool, but did it anyway.

He did it to have his name in the books, period. I hope his dick doesn't fall off from stroking himself too hard.

On a related note, I contacted the IGFA today about the procedures for recommending the removal of a fish from the list of potential records...haven't heard back.

I sure hope I do hear back soon, and a bunch of letters/emails from concerned citizens around here will help. I'll let you all know.

Fish on...

Todd