St. Johns: Day 2 launch

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Headlights on for safety during the Day 2 launch on St. Johns.
Headlights on for safety during the Day 2 launch on St. Johns.
Ott DeFoe's rig definitely has enough lights...no missing his setup on a dark morning.
Ott DeFoe’s rig definitely has enough lights…no missing his setup on a dark morning.
There were some lunkers caught on Day 1, but nothing as big or heavy as this one.
There were some lunkers caught on Day 1, but nothing as big or heavy as this one.
Florida's own Terry Scroggins answers some early interview questions.
Florida’s own Terry Scroggins answers some early interview questions.
Kelly Jordon keeps his eyes on his mirror.
Kelly Jordon keeps his eyes on his mirror.
Drew Benton has to be happy with a second-place spot on Day 1.
Drew Benton has to be happy with a second-place spot on Day 1.
Shane Lineberger floats to the dock.
Shane Lineberger floats to the dock.
Luke Clausen joins the Day 2 crowd of anglers.
Luke Clausen joins the Day 2 crowd of anglers.
Andy Montgomery does some last minute tackle prep.
Andy Montgomery does some last minute tackle prep.
Justin Lucas is working early as well.
Justin Lucas is working early as well.
J Todd Tucker is set for Day 2.
J Todd Tucker is set for Day 2.
Defending Angler of the Year Aaron Martens always has time to talk with the fans and media.
Defending Angler of the Year Aaron Martens always has time to talk with the fans and media.
Randy Howell wraps some early morning interviews.
Randy Howell wraps some early morning interviews.
The anglers aren't the only ones working early. Dave Mercer is on the mic and almost ready for launch.
The anglers aren’t the only ones working early. Dave Mercer is on the mic and almost ready for launch.
All cameras turn to Kevin VanDam when he arrives.
All cameras turn to Kevin VanDam when he arrives.
Greg Vinson floats by the livewell check.
Greg Vinson floats by the livewell check.
Aaron Martens starts Day 2.
Aaron Martens starts Day 2.
J Todd Tucker rolls by.
J Todd Tucker rolls by.
Fans click pictures of their favorite Elite anglers.
Fans click pictures of their favorite Elite anglers.
Fans watch the boats float by.
Fans watch the boats float by.
Once the livewells are checked, time to crank it up and hit the river.
Once the livewells are checked, time to crank it up and hit the river.
Gerald Swindle looks to move up from 50th place.
Gerald Swindle looks to move up from 50th place.
Davy Hite eats a little breakfast and talks to Tournament Director Trip Weldon.
Davy Hite eats a little breakfast and talks to Tournament Director Trip Weldon.
Shaw Grigsby begins Day 2 with a grin.
Shaw Grigsby begins Day 2 with a grin.
Terry Scroggins hits the livewell check at 7:29 official time.
Terry Scroggins hits the livewell check at 7:29 official time.
The cameramen are ready for Bassmaster LIVE from Palatka.
The cameramen are ready for Bassmaster LIVE from Palatka.
Heck yeah he's smiling...Brandon Lester brought almost 24 pounds to the scales on Day 1. Can he match that total today?
Heck yeah he’s smiling…Brandon Lester brought almost 24 pounds to the scales on Day 1. Can he match that total today?
Brian Snowden found Day 1 more challenging. He's currently in 75th place.
Brian Snowden found Day 1 more challenging. He’s currently in 75th place.
The line keeps moving...
The line keeps moving…
Bill Lowen is the next angler up.
Bill Lowen is the next angler up.
Lester has time for one more interview.
Lester has time for one more interview.
Mercer is always on the hunt for G-G-G-G-Giant bass!
Mercer is always on the hunt for G-G-G-G-Giant bass!
There's time for a few more pics before Day 2 is officially underway!
There’s time for a few more pics before Day 2 is officially underway!