Open: Day 2 launch

The anglers take off on Day 2 of 2015 Bass Pro Shops Central Open #1 presented by Allstate.

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Clouds roll in from the south as the moisture from the Gulf of Mexico delivers another round of rain for the start of Day 2.
Clouds roll in from the south as the moisture from the Gulf of Mexico delivers another round of rain for the start of Day 2.
Japanese angler Seiji Kuto is all smiles with his partner for a day of fishing on Ross Barnett.
Japanese angler Seiji Kuto is all smiles with his partner for a day of fishing on Ross Barnett.
The anglers take advantage of today’s high-tech, on-board lighting systems for making last minute preparations to tackle.
The anglers take advantage of today’s high-tech, on-board lighting systems for making last minute preparations to tackle.
Given the scenario this sign presents a conflict of interest, but maybe not. It’s posted along the shoreline where boats dock at Madison Landing.
Given the scenario this sign presents a conflict of interest, but maybe not. It’s posted along the shoreline where boats dock at Madison Landing.
A fan stops to snap a pic before heading on his way to work.
A fan stops to snap a pic before heading on his way to work.
The waves are an indicator for what kind of day is ahead on Ross Barnett. The forecast calls for a 100 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms.
The waves are an indicator for what kind of day is ahead on Ross Barnett. The forecast calls for a 100 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms.
This boat and anglers speed to their first destination before getting to work. On the shoreline it’s the same scenario as cars and drivers commute to work.
This boat and anglers speed to their first destination before getting to work. On the shoreline it’s the same scenario as cars and drivers commute to work.
Jordan Lee speeds away from the takeoff site.
Jordan Lee speeds away from the takeoff site.
Hunter Shryock brings on the horsepower as he takes off for Day 2.
Hunter Shryock brings on the horsepower as he takes off for Day 2.
The day is dull but the fishing should improve as water temperatures rise from the influx of drainage from the rainfall.
The day is dull but the fishing should improve as water temperatures rise from the influx of drainage from the rainfall.
It’s just before daylight in the boat basin as boats gather for the beginning of Day 2.
It’s just before daylight in the boat basin as boats gather for the beginning of Day 2.
Day 2 leader Mike McClelland is confident he’ll stay in first place with a solid pattern and early checkout time.
Day 2 leader Mike McClelland is confident he’ll stay in first place with a solid pattern and early checkout time.
It’s time to line up the boats as a B.A.S.S. official checks the checkout list.
It’s time to line up the boats as a B.A.S.S. official checks the checkout list.
On that list is leader Mike McClelland, who idles into place.
On that list is leader Mike McClelland, who idles into place.
The boat dock at Madison Landing makes it convenient for the 200 boats to get organized into a line for the takeoff.
The boat dock at Madison Landing makes it convenient for the 200 boats to get organized into a line for the takeoff.
The clock ticks off to 7 o’ clock and it’s takeoff time.
The clock ticks off to 7 o’ clock and it’s takeoff time.
Boats gather in the boat basin to get organized for the orderly takeoff.
Boats gather in the boat basin to get organized for the orderly takeoff.
Brian Snowden idles into place in his new Nitro Z21, the flagship tournament rig for the brand.
Brian Snowden idles into place in his new Nitro Z21, the flagship tournament rig for the brand.
Kevin Short enters the basin to find his way into the takeoff line.
Kevin Short enters the basin to find his way into the takeoff line.
Fred Roumbanis is all set for the rainy day ahead on Ross Barnett.
Fred Roumbanis is all set for the rainy day ahead on Ross Barnett.
Kevin Short idles into place in the hopes that his day improves and puts him into the lead.
Kevin Short idles into place in the hopes that his day improves and puts him into the lead.
It’s all about the toss as a B.A.S.S. official hands out the floating key fobs with numbers that indicate what time it’s due to return.
It’s all about the toss as a B.A.S.S. official hands out the floating key fobs with numbers that indicate what time it’s due to return.
As the flights advance more boats enter the basin for the takeoff.
As the flights advance more boats enter the basin for the takeoff.
The covered boat dock is a popular place for fans seeking refuge from the rain.
The covered boat dock is a popular place for fans seeking refuge from the rain.
This B.A.S.S. official has a long arm going with the toss of the numerical key fobs.
This B.A.S.S. official has a long arm going with the toss of the numerical key fobs.
The basin is a no-wake zone until the boats reach the seawall protecting the cove from the wind.
The basin is a no-wake zone until the boats reach the seawall protecting the cove from the wind.
Miyuki Fukae is present each morning to take pictures of husband Shin.
Miyuki Fukae is present each morning to take pictures of husband Shin.
Jordan Lee is in his rookie season on the Bassmaster Elite Series. He’s also fishing the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Opens presented by Allstate.
Jordan Lee is in his rookie season on the Bassmaster Elite Series. He’s also fishing the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Opens presented by Allstate.
Matt Lee eyes a long run in the rain on Ross Barnett. He likes this snowmobile helmet for its insulation and durability.
Matt Lee eyes a long run in the rain on Ross Barnett. He likes this snowmobile helmet for its insulation and durability.
The final flights of boats line up in place for the second day of fishing on Ross Barnett.
The final flights of boats line up in place for the second day of fishing on Ross Barnett.
Tommy Biffle is another Elite Series angler fishing the Central Opens. There’s a good reason why; the second event will be held on his home water, the Arkansas River.
Tommy Biffle is another Elite Series angler fishing the Central Opens. There’s a good reason why; the second event will be held on his home water, the Arkansas River.
Senior Tournament Manager Chris Bowes flips the stack for the next flight of boats.
Senior Tournament Manager Chris Bowes flips the stack for the next flight of boats.
Brett Preuett of the University of Louisiana Monroe hopes to continue the momentum with another good catch and move up the leaderboard.
Brett Preuett of the University of Louisiana Monroe hopes to continue the momentum with another good catch and move up the leaderboard.
Cliff Crochet is ready for a better day on Ross Barnett.
Cliff Crochet is ready for a better day on Ross Barnett.
Rick Clunn acknowledges his place in the line in the hopes of a better day ahead.
Rick Clunn acknowledges his place in the line in the hopes of a better day ahead.