what goes on at lower castaic is the same at any lake. Yes, Butch may have an advantage but I believe it is not "unfair". Anyone can build a speedy little boat just like his tiny 13'. And if you have the will to run a business, maintain a marriage/family, and still fish hard 6 to 7 days a week then you too might catch a 100 10lb'rs a year! Of course don't forget He has fished the lake for over 30 years and his skill as an trophy bass angler should be acknowledged. It is equal parts skill+knowledge+time+effort. That is his "advantage". I myself have been "victimized" by his speedy little boat but what's the difference if I'm on Casitas and some pro in his 70 mph Ranger beats me to the point! Thats bass fishing. I have "competed" against Butch for the same fish and I feel he has never crossed the line regarding fishing "etiquette". Perhaps there is a double stantard regarding reporting fish, but I think every accomplished trophy hunter struggles with this dilema. That is the nature of trophy bass fishing. One should not be intimidated by the local hot stick and just go fishing! Butch does not catch all the big fish! Despite being the odds on favorate to hold the lake record he doesn't even have a spot in the top 5! Unless of course, he has caught it and hasn't told anyone!