A Shout-Out for TubeDude

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I thought it would be nice to recognize Tube Dude for all that he has contributed to making all of us on the Big Fish Tackle site better fishermen/fisherwomen.

Because of a number of health issues he has not been able to get out in his beloved float tube and chase after the fish and make movies but he has still been helping folks improve their fishing skills.  That could mean posting maps to fishing access points, how to make lures/jigs/fligs, or teaching various techniques for catching fish.  I still have some of his “Hot Heads” to tie flies on.  He has also shared numerous recipes and preparations’ for your catch.

He has created a boat load of documents and a DVD on all things fishing and has shared them with anyone with a desire to learn.  Pat is pioneer in float tubing and has been able to modify his tubes over the years to be able to accommodate more fishing equipment than you can fit in an SUV.

I have had the pleasure to fish with Pat on a few occasions over the years and he has always been very helpful and entertaining with his humor.  I’m sorry Pat, that you can’t join me on the water anymore but we had a good run.


Thank you for sharing your vast knowledge of all things fishing with this lowly fly flinger.  I will always value our friendship and share your love of float tubing.

I agree Pat has given much to the fishing community and has always been a Gentleman.