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Kyle Schauf

Onalaska, WI
Born: 6-17-1981
Marital Status: Married to Jennifer
Children: Someday
Pets: German Wirehaired Pointer - Scout


FLW Profile

Fishing Highlights

§          2006: Top 12 Points Finisher: BFL Great Lakes Division
§          2006: BFL Regional Qualifier
§          2006: Top 5: BFL at Clinton, IA
§          2006: Top 50 BFL Regional’s Finisher

Born and raised in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, Kyle Schauf shared a youth similar to one that you would expect of a Mississippi River town youngster.  Kyle’s father and mother, Steve and Patti, introduced him to fishing at very young age.  He and his family spent countless hours on the banks of the river and aboard the family boat fishing for anything that would bite.  It was then that he began to develop a love and respect for the outdoors.  What separated Kyle from the rest was his early-on curiosity and determination for understanding what makes fish bite.  At the age of 13, Kyle got his first boat, a 14’ V-bottom with an 18hp engine.  Between baseball practices and summer jobs, the next five summers were spent on the river exploring his curiosity.  From the time the ice would break in the spring to ice up in the fall, Kyle often spent full days fishing for bass, the very species that had sparked his curiosity at a young age.

Kyle had always enjoyed listening to bass tournament stories told by his father and family friends.  Fishing was often the main subject at many family gatherings.  Kyle had always told his father that his goal was to pay for his college education thru bass tournament winnings even though he knew his 14 ft boat wasn’t enough to keep him competitive in tournaments.  Kyle decided to attend the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Architecture where he later received his bachelor’s degree.  In his final year of college, after years of saving from part-time jobs, Kyle finally saved enough money and bought his first tournament rig, a Ranger Comanche powered by 150 Mariner, which he still competes in today.

…Professional…Adaptable…Driven

As an angler, Kyle stands apart from others by the approach he takes to competing at the professional level.  With a bachelors degree and professional career in the field of Architecture, Kyle has developed strong problem solving skills and an ability to devise the ‘best possible’ solution all while working on a strict timeline.  Kyle utilizes these same skills when creating a winning tournament strategy.

Being adaptable is something that Kyle has learned over the years not only with architecture but fishing as well.  Being adaptable is an extremely valuable trait in tournament fishing.  Whether it is as simple as changing lures or completely changing tactics, you can bet Kyle is one of the first to make things happen when the fish are not cooperating.

The curiosity to make fish bite, along with adapting to ever changing conditions, and dedication to the outdoors are qualities that make Kyle a driven individual.  If his favorite fishing hole isn’t covered in ice, there is a good chance that at sunrise Kyle’s trailer will be dripping from its recent launch.  From dawn to dusk, he will be on the water adding knowledge and ‘know how’ to his lifetime of experience.  When he’s not on the water, you can typically find him participating in many bass related internet chat rooms, reading or writing articles, and attending seminars and trade shows.

Kyle enjoys fishing the many lakes and rivers the Midwest has to offer.  Whether for pleasure or for tournaments, it’s during his travels that fishing allows him to enjoy the outdoors and see the beauty that nature has to offer. It also gives him the opportunity to meet numerous fisherman/women.  He always enjoys talking with fellow fisherman about fishing, the equipment he uses, and the best ways to help our environment.  Although Kyle’s tournament fishing career is still very young, Kyle’s professionalism, adaptability and drive are factors that are sure to launch a lifetime of opportunities in the sport.

What Does Kyle Like?

§          Clothing Store: Kozelka’s Men’s Wear
§          Color: Red
§          Dinner Food: Prime Rib
§          Drink: Diet Coke
§          Fishing Technique: Wacky Riggin’ a Senko
§          Holiday: Thanksgiving
§          Jeans: Carhartt
§          Lake: Okauchee Lake
§          Month/Time of Year: May/Spring
§          Music: (Rap) Snoop Dog
§          Non-Fishing Sport: Duck Hunting
§          Restaurant: Spring Lake Inn
§          River: Mississippi River Pool 9
§          Shoes: flip flops
§          Snack Food: Old Dutch Chips (jalapeño cheddar)
§          Sporting Goods Store: Cabelas
§          Sports Team: Packers
§          Television Program: Weather Channel
§          Tow Vehicle: White Chevy Silverado
§          Vacation Destination: Jamaica