Explore the 2019 Classic Expo

Always a big attraction, the Bassmaster Classic Expo presented by DICK'S Sporting Goods did not disappoint, as lines around the Knoxville Convention Center showed.
Always a big attraction, the Bassmaster Classic Expo presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods did not disappoint, as lines around the Knoxville Convention Center showed.
Eager fans didn’t let a little cool weather keep them from lining up for the opening of the Bassmaster Classic Expo.
Eager fans didn’t let a little cool weather keep them from lining up for the opening of the Bassmaster Classic Expo.
Chase Anderson, Executive Vice President/Director of B.A.S.S., addresses the media prior to the Bassmaster Classic Expo’s grand opening.
Chase Anderson, Executive Vice President/Director of B.A.S.S., addresses the media prior to the Bassmaster Classic Expo’s grand opening.
With one swift cut, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee officially opens the Bassmaster Classic Expo
With one swift cut, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee officially opens the Bassmaster Classic Expo
Expo visitors literally packed the Knoxville Convention Center hallways before the event officially opened.
Expo visitors literally packed the Knoxville Convention Center hallways before the event officially opened.
The GEICO Gecko got nothin’ but love for Bassmaster Classic fans.
The GEICO Gecko got nothin’ but love for Bassmaster Classic fans.
Expo visitors found a wide assortment of Bassmaster Classic items at the Bassmaster merchandise booth.
Expo visitors found a wide assortment of Bassmaster Classic items at the Bassmaster merchandise booth.
There were even souvenir options for the little bass fans.
There were even souvenir options for the little bass fans.
Do bass anglers enjoy a nice steak dinner? Many do.
Do bass anglers enjoy a nice steak dinner? Many do.
DICK'S Sporting Goods had deals galore, so Dustin Patrick made sure guests were aware of the opportunities.
DICK’S Sporting Goods had deals galore, so Dustin Patrick made sure guests were aware of the opportunities.
Heather Camper and Alvin Bailey show their support as 8-year-old Katie Bailey shows off her riding skill on the DICK'S Sporting Goods Rodeo Bass.
Heather Camper and Alvin Bailey show their support as 8-year-old Katie Bailey shows off her riding skill on the DICK’S Sporting Goods Rodeo Bass.
The DICK'S Sporting Goods booth was packed from start to finish.
The DICK’S Sporting Goods booth was packed from start to finish.
Savannah Sparks sews B.A.S.S. logos on Carhartt beanies. Proceeds from each $10 purchase will benefit Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation.
Savannah Sparks sews B.A.S.S. logos on Carhartt beanies. Proceeds from each $10 purchase will benefit Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation.
Nothing sells a product like a real-life example of its application. Carhartt did a fine job of showing its Storm Defender Jacket and Bib in simulated action.
Nothing sells a product like a real-life example of its application. Carhartt did a fine job of showing its Storm Defender Jacket and Bib in simulated action.
Geico always brings a fun fan experience to the Bassmaster Classic Expo.
Geico always brings a fun fan experience to the Bassmaster Classic Expo.
At the Toyota booth, Expo visitors enjoyed taking a spin around the track in the Racing Challenge.
At the Toyota booth, Expo visitors enjoyed taking a spin around the track in the Racing Challenge.
Yamaha product presenter interviews Bassmaster Elite angler Skylar Hamilton, who discusses the Classic waters and likely fishing patterns.
Yamaha product presenter interviews Bassmaster Elite angler Skylar Hamilton, who discusses the Classic waters and likely fishing patterns.
Yamaha displayed a couple of new four stroke motors.
Yamaha displayed a couple of new four stroke motors.
You can never have too much fishing tackle and Academy Sports & Outdoors made sure Expo visitors had plenty of options.
You can never have too much fishing tackle and Academy Sports & Outdoors made sure Expo visitors had plenty of options.
Academy provided free branded buckets for customers to carry their Expo purchases.
Academy provided free branded buckets for customers to carry their Expo purchases.
Academy’s Fisherman’s Candy Store offers anglers the opportunity to stuff a bag with bulk plastics for flat rate of $19.99.
Academy’s Fisherman’s Candy Store offers anglers the opportunity to stuff a bag with bulk plastics for flat rate of $19.99.
 A steady stream of customers kept the Academy staff busy.
A steady stream of customers kept the Academy staff busy.
Academy’s scavenger hunt sent willing participants around the Expo to hunt down clues and obtain stickers proving their success. A full card earned a free bag of bulk baits.
Academy’s scavenger hunt sent willing participants around the Expo to hunt down clues and obtain stickers proving their success. A full card earned a free bag of bulk baits.
Garage lure maker Terry Scroggins, left, and Medal of Honor winner Dakota Meyer, right share a moment with Vietnam veteran Kenneth Lowe. Scroggins made special edition baits for Toyota’s veteran’s recognition effort.
Garage lure maker Terry Scroggins, left, and Medal of Honor winner Dakota Meyer, right share a moment with Vietnam veteran Kenneth Lowe. Scroggins made special edition baits for Toyota’s veteran’s recognition effort.
Skeeter Boats — one of the industry’s most recognizable logos.
Skeeter Boats — one of the industry’s most recognizable logos.
TH Marine treated visitors to a B.A.S.S. live stream.
TH Marine treated visitors to a B.A.S.S. live stream.
Phoenix displayed is flagship 21 PHX in a Tennessee orange color pattern.
Phoenix displayed is flagship 21 PHX in a Tennessee orange color pattern.
The Tennessee Valley Authority’s trophy mounts shows the potential found within local waters.
The Tennessee Valley Authority’s trophy mounts shows the potential found within local waters.
Hats and lanterns welcomed Bass Pro Shops guests.
Hats and lanterns welcomed Bass Pro Shops guests.
Fans test their pitching skills at the Bass Pro Shops booth.
Fans test their pitching skills at the Bass Pro Shops booth.
Nitro’s Z21 is a real looker.
Nitro’s Z21 is a real looker.
The Power Pole Charge provides a convenient onboard power option.
The Power Pole Charge provides a convenient onboard power option.
Check out the shine on this Triton.
Check out the shine on this Triton.
The Ranger Boats booth attracted lots of visitors.
The Ranger Boats booth attracted lots of visitors.
Mercury pros show off their pitching skills for a crowd of onlookers.
Mercury pros show off their pitching skills for a crowd of onlookers.
Tennessee’s own Calhoun’s BBQ offered a drawing for a gift box of BBQ sauce and grill seasoning.
Tennessee’s own Calhoun’s BBQ offered a drawing for a gift box of BBQ sauce and grill seasoning.
Abu Garcia brought a bank of reels…
Abu Garcia brought a bank of reels…
...enough to make any angler smile.
…enough to make any angler smile.
The Berkley casting tank offers a great opportunity to view baits in action.
The Berkley casting tank offers a great opportunity to view baits in action.
Who’s watching whom?
Who’s watching whom?
Pilot Flying J. offered games and gift cards.
Pilot Flying J. offered games and gift cards.
Visitors to the Geico booth tested their recall skills in the Memory Challenge game.
Visitors to the Geico booth tested their recall skills in the Memory Challenge game.
Humminbird’s One Boat Network streamlines the integration of electronics, Minn Kota trolling motors and Talons.
Humminbird’s One Boat Network streamlines the integration of electronics, Minn Kota trolling motors and Talons.
Several new models in the Daiwa reel lineup.
Several new models in the Daiwa reel lineup.
Now, that’s a stack of reels! From Lew's.
Now, that’s a stack of reels! From Lew’s.
The Tennessee Valley Authority offered samples of fried Asian carp. General consensus: Very tasty!
The Tennessee Valley Authority offered samples of fried Asian carp. General consensus: Very tasty!
A.J. Ison proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Kelli Sparks, on the deck of a Skeeter boat.
A.J. Ison proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Kelli Sparks, on the deck of a Skeeter boat.
Talons offer multiple options for boat control.
Talons offer multiple options for boat control.
Humminbird introduced its new Solix Gen. 2 at the Bassmaster Classic Expo.
Humminbird introduced its new Solix Gen. 2 at the Bassmaster Classic Expo.
E.J. Davis, 4, and pro angler Charlie Evans are all smiles with the Paw Patrol.
E.J. Davis, 4, and pro angler Charlie Evans are all smiles with the Paw Patrol.
Livingston Lures has something for every angling style.
Livingston Lures has something for every angling style.
Star Brite Star Tron brought a full selection of product.
Star Brite Star Tron brought a full selection of product.
This truck got a total body coverage of Line X.
This truck got a total body coverage of Line X.
 Lure Lock solves the problem of spilled tackle trays.
Lure Lock solves the problem of spilled tackle trays.
Okuma inspired Expo visitors with its reel lineup.
Okuma inspired Expo visitors with its reel lineup.
The legendary Bob Cobb signs autographs during the Bassmaster Classic Expo.
The legendary Bob Cobb signs autographs during the Bassmaster Classic Expo.