Ladies and Gentlemen, Members, and Friends,

Today we celebrate an extraordinary individual who has been the heartbeat of our community for nearly two decades. Today, we honor and bid farewell to Kent (A.K.A. RoadWarrior, or RW for short), who is retiring after 18 years of dedicated service as a global moderator.

 

When I think about the journey these forums have taken, it’s impossible to separate its success, growth, and culture from the incredible contributions of RW. He has not only been a moderator but also a mentor, a friend, and, most importantly, a cornerstone of the community we cherish so deeply.

 

RW joined us at a time when these forums were just starting to grow, and through his hard work, passion, and unwavering commitment, he helped shape them into the thriving, vibrant community it is today. His influence can be felt in every corner of this place—from the way we welcome new members to the traditions we hold dear, RW's fingerprints are everywhere.

 

For 20 years, RW has embodied the values we hold high: integrity, excellence, and a deep sense of community. He has been a guiding light, ensuring that our members always felt more than just part of the forums—they felt part of a family. His ability to connect with people, to understand their needs, and to make everyone feel valued has been nothing short of remarkable.

 

RW, your retirement marks the end of an era, but your legacy will continue to inspire us. The warmth and camaraderie you've fostered here will resonate for many years to come. While it’s hard to imagine this place without you, I know that the values and culture you’ve instilled in us will continue to thrive, thanks to the solid foundation you've laid.

 

On behalf of everyone here, I want to express our deepest gratitude. Thank you for your years of service, for your dedication, and for being the heart and soul of this community. You will be greatly missed, but your influence will remain with us always.

 

As you step into this new chapter of your life, we wish you all the joy, relaxation, and adventure that retirement brings. You’ve more than earned it. Remember, this will always be your home, and you will always have a place here with us.

 

Let’s all raise a glass to RW—a true legend of Bassresource. Here’s to you, RW. Thank you for everything.

 

Cheers!

Glenn

Nicely done and thanks @roadwarrior.  I always get a good laugh out of his "drum aren't photo worthy" commentary.

🍻🍻🍻cheers🍻🍻🍻Kent enjoy

 your retirement and will keep looking for you to visit this community you will always be a part of.

Tom

Enjoy the oodles of more free time you'll have, Kent, and thank you for your service on the forum.

 

Now it's time to relax

Thank you, Kent. 

Very well written. 
In my 14 yrs on this site he has been one of the constants. 

Enjoy your retirement 

Just sit and watch a sunrise 

Take frequent naps

Eat what you want

Go to bed and wake up when you want. 
 

Make today’s and tomorrow’s better than yesterday and today. 

Be Well

 

 

 

 

Mike

Enjoy your retirement sir! Well earned and thank you!

Good luck and good fishing RW!

Thanks for everything you've done for us here @roadwarrior. I hope you'll still be hanging out here on a regular basis. I'm sure @TnRiver46 will be along soon to post a big drum in your honor. 😁

Well said, @Glenn. He was an excellent moderator, the best fisherman I know, and one of the most generous people I've met. I'm thankful to be allowed to fish with him, and for all that he's taught me in the short time I've known him.

 

I also love hearing his fish tales. He always seems to have a perfect one for any situation you find yourself in. He knows I'm not a drinker, but I'll raise a cup of coffee for him! Thanks @roadwarrior! You're the man!

 

A big thankyou @road warrior for your contributions.

Enjoy your retirement.

Truly an OG mod, and living in my hometown of Memphis to boot! Bravo young man!

 

ps - I thought he’d died at the start of Glenn’s write-up. Got that pit-of-my-stomach feeling. Whew!

Thank you RW.

Thanks for all you’ve done RW.   Is Irene retiring to? 😆

@roadwarrior 

Merci Beaucoup 😉

 

 

@roadwarrior, I will think of you every time I cast a PopMax or a Neko Macho! 

Thank you Kent,  enjoy and hope you visit still.  You earned it.

Thank you RW!

I'll miss your memes and gifs!!

I throw @Siebert Outdoors Kent Craw a lot.  I will throw it in his honor this weekend!

 

Thanks Kent!

@roadwarrior

All the best to you & yours Kent ~

Here's to fair winds and following seas . . .

Thanks for everything.

A-Jay

I’ve had the pleasure to fish with Kent. Great guy and a great fisherman. 

Thank you @roadwarrior 

@roadwarrior - wishing you all the best !

Thank you for making me feel part of this wonderful community, answering my naive questions, and sharing your wisdom with everyone 

Thanks Kent!  

 

Look forward to you catching the next WR SM out of Pickwick now that your schedule is a bit more free 😉

I've been here 15+ years. Kent has always had a presence.  As in life, people come and go but as each of the folks that taught you things (even when they did not know) either leaves or takes a step back, it saddens me. 

 

Kent, enjoy your retirement and take solace in the fact that you helped thousands of people through your time here! 

 

Thanks for all you have done and don't be a stranger!