Open: Day Two Takeoff

Because of Friday’s cancellation, a full field of anglers compete on the final day for the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Northern Open #3 trophy.

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Fletcher Shryock prepares his gear for the final day of the Bass Pro Shops Northern Open #3 on Lake Erie.
Photo: James Overstreet - Fletcher Shryock prepares his gear for the final day of the Bass Pro Shops Northern Open #3 on Lake Erie.
Larry Draughn checks his electronics while waiting to launch his boat.
Photo: James Overstreet - Larry Draughn checks his electronics while waiting to launch his boat.
Face masks are a necessity when making long runs on a Lake Erie.
Photo: James Overstreet - Face masks are a necessity when making long runs on a Lake Erie.
Chris Zaldain was full of excitement during the final day launch.
Photo: James Overstreet - Chris Zaldain was full of excitement during the final day launch.
Trait Crist patiently waits inline while waiting for her turn at the ramp.
Photo: James Overstreet - Trait Crist patiently waits inline while waiting for her turn at the ramp.
With 23 pounds 15 ounces, Day One leader Mike Iaconelli waits for his flight position.
Photo: James Overstreet - With 23 pounds 15 ounces, Day One leader Mike Iaconelli waits for his flight position.
Anglers can compete under less stress knowing that Tow Boat US will aid them in the event of a break down.
Photo: James Overstreet - Anglers can compete under less stress knowing that Tow Boat US will aid them in the event of a break down.
Competitors cinch their rain gear tight and prepare for a wet ride on Lake Erie.
Photo: James Overstreet - Competitors cinch their rain gear tight and prepare for a wet ride on Lake Erie.
Anglers are anxious to compete after Friday’s cancellation due to high winds.
Photo: James Overstreet - Anglers are anxious to compete after Friday’s cancellation due to high winds.
Partly cloudy skies and 55 degree temperatures greet anglers as flight order #1 leaves the docks.
Photo: James Overstreet - Partly cloudy skies and 55 degree temperatures greet anglers as flight order #1 leaves the docks.
Randy Howell jokes after accidentally jumping ahead in flight order.
Photo: James Overstreet - Randy Howell jokes after accidentally jumping ahead in flight order.
Mike Iaconelli focuses on maintaining his Day One lead.
Photo: James Overstreet - Mike Iaconelli focuses on maintaining his Day One lead.
A full face helmet will aid Boyd Duckett in making those long runs on Lake Erie.
Photo: James Overstreet - A full face helmet will aid Boyd Duckett in making those long runs on Lake Erie.
Fans, friends and family support the competitors dock side on the final day.
Photo: James Overstreet - Fans, friends and family support the competitors dock side on the final day.
David Smith passes through inspection.
Photo: James Overstreet - David Smith passes through inspection.
B.A.S.S. staffers clear the boats through the final inspection.
Photo: James Overstreet - B.A.S.S. staffers clear the boats through the final inspection.
Scott Siller begins the final day of competition in 39th place with 18 pounds 4 ounces.
Photo: James Overstreet - Scott Siller begins the final day of competition in 39th place with 18 pounds 4 ounces.
Anglers combat wind chill with layered clothing on the final day of the Bass Pro Shops Northern Open #3.
Photo: James Overstreet - Anglers combat wind chill with layered clothing on the final day of the Bass Pro Shops Northern Open #3.
Greg Gutierrez begins the final day in 90th with 11 pounds 15 ounces.
Photo: James Overstreet - Greg Gutierrez begins the final day in 90th with 11 pounds 15 ounces.
Because of Friday’s cancellation, a full field of anglers compete on the final day.
Photo: James Overstreet - Because of Friday’s cancellation, a full field of anglers compete on the final day.
David
Photo: James Overstreet - David "Happy" White from the Bassmaster boat service yard crew gives a thumbs up.
Tournament director Chris Bowes calls flight order #4 into position.
Photo: James Overstreet - Tournament director Chris Bowes calls flight order #4 into position.
Ken Golub and his co-angler idle toward inspection and prepare for the final day of competition.
Photo: James Overstreet - Ken Golub and his co-angler idle toward inspection and prepare for the final day of competition.
Families give support to their loved ones competing and watch the final flight of boats leave the dock.
Photo: James Overstreet - Families give support to their loved ones competing and watch the final flight of boats leave the dock.
Charlie Hartley waves as he idles toward the final day takeoff.
Photo: James Overstreet - Charlie Hartley waves as he idles toward the final day takeoff.