Larry Towell
Charlie Hartley prepares line as he readies for Day One of the Carolina Clash on Lake Murray.
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2008 Elite Series - Carolina Clash
Lake Murray - Columbia, SC, May 15 - 18, 2008
2008 Elite Series: Carolina Clash Day One Launch
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Larry TowellFred Roumbanis ponders the day ahead in the early hours of Day One of the Carolina Clash.
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Larry TowellKevin Short preps his engine safety shut-off as his boat is backed into Lake Murray.
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Larry TowellBernie Schultz makes last-minute preparations before launch on Day One.
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Larry TowellBrian Clark adjust his electronics in preparation for battle on Lake Murray.
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Larry TowellThe Lake Murray Marina and Yacht Club slowly fills with the pros' boats as daylight reveals the clouds overhead.
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Larry TowellThe crowd stands for the National Anthem. The forecast for Day One is for an 80 percent chance of rain.
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Larry TowellOld Glory flies high above the marina, blown by winds heavy with moisture.
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Larry TowellGetting the boats lined up in a tight marina took some finesse.
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Larry TowellFans, well-wishers, and BASS staff line the docks as the first boats leave the harbor.
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Larry TowellTommy Biffle goes through the final safety and livewell checks as fans look on.
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Larry TowellStephen Browning leads a flight of boats through the lineup.
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Larry TowellBoats idle out of one of the biggest no-wake zones on the tour as they head for the main lake.
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Larry TowellGreg Hackney idles through the marina, headed toward the BASS inspection area.
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