Robert Meter
Inducted 2019
Robert is the inventor of a variety of fishing tackle items, but he is best known for the Meter Bottom Bouncer which vaulted walleye fishing in the Dakotas and ultimately the rest of the walleye waters across the country into a new angling technique. Invented by Robert in 1964, the bottom bouncer is used in conjunction with a spinner or plain hook rig, allowing anglers to drift or troll the rig on the bottom, while remaining relatively snag free. The Bottom Bouncer proved to be a classic, and has allowed untold numbers of anglers to successfully catch walleyes and other species on reservoirs, lakes, and rivers.
Robert was a founding father of the Bis-Man Reel & Rec club which was organized in 1979. He also originated the Take-a-Kid Fishing Program for the club. Robert was a tireless volunteer for a variety of fishing events, especially those involving boat and water safety or youth- related seminars and events. He was an avid angler and tournament fisherman. In addition to his bottom bouncer, other tackle he invented and marketed allowed him to place high in a number of walleye tournaments, including the North Dakota Governor’s Walleye Cup.
Robert’s tackle inventions have been invaluable to sportfishing in North Dakota. He also displayed an unselfish dedication to help and educate others, positively promote sportfishing, and volunteer his time and talents.
Inducted 2019
Robert is the inventor of a variety of fishing tackle items, but he is best known for the Meter Bottom Bouncer which vaulted walleye fishing in the Dakotas and ultimately the rest of the walleye waters across the country into a new angling technique. Invented by Robert in 1964, the bottom bouncer is used in conjunction with a spinner or plain hook rig, allowing anglers to drift or troll the rig on the bottom, while remaining relatively snag free. The Bottom Bouncer proved to be a classic, and has allowed untold numbers of anglers to successfully catch walleyes and other species on reservoirs, lakes, and rivers.
Robert was a founding father of the Bis-Man Reel & Rec club which was organized in 1979. He also originated the Take-a-Kid Fishing Program for the club. Robert was a tireless volunteer for a variety of fishing events, especially those involving boat and water safety or youth- related seminars and events. He was an avid angler and tournament fisherman. In addition to his bottom bouncer, other tackle he invented and marketed allowed him to place high in a number of walleye tournaments, including the North Dakota Governor’s Walleye Cup.
Robert’s tackle inventions have been invaluable to sportfishing in North Dakota. He also displayed an unselfish dedication to help and educate others, positively promote sportfishing, and volunteer his time and talents.