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Analyzing Classic performance

We can all count Classic wins, but who's consistently competitive on fishing's biggest stage?

2012 Elites kick off in Florida

The 2012 Bassmaster Elite Series season kicks off with back-to-back events in Florida. The season opener will be held at St. Johns River; then anglers will turn their sights to nearby Lake Okeechobee.

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One last look back at the Classic

Before this year’s season starts, I want to take one last look back at the Classic. There are some things I want to say, things I think matter. Some are pretty but others not so much so.

Gear

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Classic pros choose their favorite tunes

The song can make the man, at least that's the way some pros see it. The tunes can set the tone for the angler at the weigh-in: fast and funky, patriotic, or slow and smooth.

Someday comes

Almost out of fishing, Greg Vinson's someday comes as he competed for the Classic title.

2012 Classic by the numbers

The numbers may not hold much drama, but they can definitely help to put any tournament into perspective. Here are some of the key numbers of the 2012 Classic.

How-To

Seeing is believing

If you're a sight fisherman -- or even if you just want a better look into the world of the bass -- quality optics are critical.

How the Federation Nation fared

Jamie Horton finished the 2012 Bassmaster Classic in 21st place, and now he's planning his trip to the first Bassmaster Elite Series event where he'll fish professionally as a rookie.

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