Lanier may lap the field
Daniel Lanier's 9-pound, 4-ounce lead at the end of Day 1 on the Kissimmee Chain is the biggest I can recall. To find a bigger gap you have to go back to a 10-bass or even 15-bass limit.
Smallmouth movements
It’s important that we think about that because as February turns into March we’re going to have more temperature swings and storm systems that last anywhere from one to three or four days.
Lane brothers know what it takes to win
The Lanes bring a wealth of knowledge about the Kissimmee Chain to the tournament, and a strong desire to win.
How-To
Clear-water spinnerbaits
When I began my career, spinnerbaits were considered tools for stained to muddy water conditions. Sure, there were exceptions. But that was pretty much the norm.
Brotherly bassin’
The first tournament of the year is off and running, which always brings excitement to the sport. A new year, new goals, and new guys will qualify for the Classic and Bassmaster Elite Series.
The business side of being a pro
You have to be a good businessman with a long-term plan; never get ahead of yourself and put your family or career in jeopardy by doing too much too quickly.
More wind makes more work
The story of the day was a fairly tight-lipped fishery as the Southern Open began on Lake Tohopekaliga in central Florida.
Lanier running away from Kissimmee Chain field
With dreams of 30-pound catches and a new BASS three-day catch record mostly out the window thanks to a cold front, Daniel Lanier presented the field with a challenge greater than the weather.
Crowded field for the first Open of 2013
When you have nearly 200 anglers and another 200 co-anglers fishing in one tournament, you’re bound to get a wide variety of responses to the question “What’s the key to winning this thing?”
