2012 Slab of the Year Winners

The Chum Nation has spoken.  We tallied.  And here's how it shook out:

First Place Winner:

John "Montana" Bartlett's carping dedication reaches the highest honor.

Second Place Winner:

Derek Olthuis' Bull Trout impresses many a kypeoisseur.

Third Place Winner:

Dave Hamel's Lahontan is a prime example of what this revered contest is all about.

Another banner year - with hundreds of entries evaluated, three chummists stood.  2012 was Cheeky powered, and includes goodness from other friends and sponsors.

FIRST PLACE

Cheeky Reel of Choice

Patagonia Rock Grip Wading Boots - Aluminum Bar

Catch Magazine Season #4 DVD

Metalhead

SECOND PLACE

Patagonia Rock Grip Wading Boots - Aluminum Bar

Catch Magazine Season #4 DVD

Metalhead

THIRD PLACE

Patagonia Stealth Atom Sling

Umpqua Fly Box

2011 SOTY Prize Line-up

It's that time - the most wonderful time of the year.  2011 has been kind to the Chum, and again, it's time to reciprocate.  This is how it'll play out:

FIRST PLACE:

Patagonia Aluminum Bar Boots: $235

Umpqua 732 Fly Box: $42

Year Subscription, The Flyfish Journal: $39

Metalhead DVD: $25

SECOND PLACE

Redington CDL 9/10 Reel: $219

Umpqua 732 Fly Box: $42

Metalhead DVD: $25

THIRD PLACE

Sharkskin 8wt Trout Taper: $99

Metalhead DVD: $25