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The quest to be elite

Part 3 of 3
Bassmaster Opens angler Jamie Laiche has his eyes on the prize —
an invitation to join the Bassmaster Elite Series, that is. Take a closer look as this would-be Elite faces the challenges of Opens competition. PART 3 | PART 2 | PART 1

Features

Getting to Know the Red River
Sorry I'm a little late updating. I've been tied up doing a few things with another tournament and I even hit the links a few days ago ... Full story

The Velvick Touch
I spent the early part of last week on the Red River getting ready for the Classic. It was my first scouting trip. Full story

Charlie Hartley's Bass Wars
Last week I was reminded of how much I love this business and why I'm in it. It was one of those experiences that remind you how lucky you are... Full story

Straight Outta Zell
I gotta be honest here and explain something to all the great folks who bass fish for a hobby. I love bass fishing a great deal, but it sure ain't just a hobby for me... Full story

KVD's secrets
If you think I like Strike King's new Red Eye Shad, you're right.
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BASS Celebrates 40 Years

In 1968 Ray Scott incorporated the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society and changed the world of sportfishing forever. This year marks our 40th anniversary. 40 Years ... and still fishing

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Toyota Tundra WBT Angler of the Year

	NAME	STATE	POINTS
1	Kim Bain	AL	890
2	Cindy Hill	TN	876
3	Juanita Robinson	TX	855

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In the Gut
As much as I try to set the hook within a millisecond after a bass sucks in a bait, I sometimes fail. Whether the fish is too fast or I'm too slow, on occasion I've had fish swallow my hook. MORE

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