5 favorites with Carl Jocumsen

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Hailing from Toowamba, a city in the Darling Downs region of southern Queensland, Carl Jocumsen gained notoriety in 2019 by becoming the first Australian to win a Bassmaster Elite event when he topped the field at the season-ending event on Oklahoma’s Lake Tenkiller.
Hailing from Toowamba, a city in the Darling Downs region of southern Queensland, Carl Jocumsen gained notoriety in 2019 by becoming the first Australian to win a Bassmaster Elite event when he topped the field at the season-ending event on Oklahoma’s Lake Tenkiller.
One of the most intense anglers on the Bassmaster Elite roster, Jocumsen is well known for his personal mantra, “Fear My Heart” — a phrase reflecting his relentless nature and all-in commitment. Here, Jocumsen shares some of the Australian-based items he carries with him on tour.
One of the most intense anglers on the Bassmaster Elite roster, Jocumsen is well known for his personal mantra, “Fear My Heart” — a phrase reflecting his relentless nature and all-in commitment. Here, Jocumsen shares some of the Australian-based items he carries with him on tour.
When Jocumsen first came to the U.S. in 2009, his mom Shelly and sister Sarah gave him a bag of polished stones with motivational words such as Harmony, Love, Peace, Wealth and Success. He carries these symbols of family support every day in his boat.
When Jocumsen first came to the U.S. in 2009, his mom Shelly and sister Sarah gave him a bag of polished stones with motivational words such as Harmony, Love, Peace, Wealth and Success. He carries these symbols of family support every day in his boat.
His mom and sister also gave him a Tiger Eye — the Stone of Strength and Confidence. Suffice to say, Jocumsen has embraced and embodied those traits throughout his career.
His mom and sister also gave him a Tiger Eye — the Stone of Strength and Confidence. Suffice to say, Jocumsen has embraced and embodied those traits throughout his career.
Ian Miller, owner/designer of Millerods, based in Ulladulla, New South Wales, has been one of Jocumsen’s closest sponsors. Miller even created a flipping/punching rod specifically for Jocumsen and added “Wallabeast” — a nickname compliments of B.A.S.S. emcee Dave Mercer — to the handle.
Ian Miller, owner/designer of Millerods, based in Ulladulla, New South Wales, has been one of Jocumsen’s closest sponsors. Miller even created a flipping/punching rod specifically for Jocumsen and added “Wallabeast” — a nickname compliments of B.A.S.S. emcee Dave Mercer — to the handle.
Jocumsen has put his Millerods FlippFreak rod to good use in recent years. This was the rod he used when he placed second at last year’s Bassmaster Elite at Santee Cooper Lakes.
Jocumsen has put his Millerods FlippFreak rod to good use in recent years. This was the rod he used when he placed second at last year’s Bassmaster Elite at Santee Cooper Lakes.
Noting that he’s immensely grateful for the many opportunities he’s enjoyed in the U.S., Jocumsen’s love for his homeland runs deep. He carries the Australian flag with him every day on the water to remind himself of where he came from.
Noting that he’s immensely grateful for the many opportunities he’s enjoyed in the U.S., Jocumsen’s love for his homeland runs deep. He carries the Australian flag with him every day on the water to remind himself of where he came from.
Jocumsen points out that the four stars on the Australian flag’s upper left corner represent the Southern Cross — only visible in the Southern Hemisphere.
Jocumsen points out that the four stars on the Australian flag’s upper left corner represent the Southern Cross — only visible in the Southern Hemisphere.
Jocumsen is particularly loyal to Bassman Spinnerbaits, a company that has sponsored him since he was 15. Jocumsen has designed some of the models he fishes today.
Jocumsen is particularly loyal to Bassman Spinnerbaits, a company that has sponsored him since he was 15. Jocumsen has designed some of the models he fishes today.
Made in Australia, Bassman Spinnerbaits have recently been made available in the U.S., and some of Jocumsen’s fellow Elites have followed his lead in using the lures.
Made in Australia, Bassman Spinnerbaits have recently been made available in the U.S., and some of Jocumsen’s fellow Elites have followed his lead in using the lures.
A true taste of home, the Four ’N Twenty Meat Pie is hard to find in the States, but during the Guaranteed Rate Bassmaster Elite on Lake Fork, a local fan from Australia brought him several for the road.
A true taste of home, the Four ’N Twenty Meat Pie is hard to find in the States, but during the Guaranteed Rate Bassmaster Elite on Lake Fork, a local fan from Australia brought him several for the road.
And what would a conversation about Authentic Aussie fare be without mentioning Vegemite? Jocumsen admits this bold flavor is an acquired taste, but keeping a container handy on the road reminds him of childhood years. Jocumsen began his day with Vegemite on toast with butter for breakfast, and then enjoyed a Vegemite sandwich for lunch.
And what would a conversation about Authentic Aussie fare be without mentioning Vegemite? Jocumsen admits this bold flavor is an acquired taste, but keeping a container handy on the road reminds him of childhood years. Jocumsen began his day with Vegemite on toast with butter for breakfast, and then enjoyed a Vegemite sandwich for lunch.