2009 Bassmaster Classic

Two of the strangest days of bass fishing in Kelly Jordon's long and distinguished career came on the Red River.

1993 Bassmaster Classic

The standings changed every day, and especially in the final round, as David Fritts of Lexington, N.C., weighed in a three-day catch of 48 pounds, 6 ounces and became the 23rd Classic champion.

Classic Countdown: 16

Clunn has clearly been the most accomplished angler in Bassmaster Classic history. With back-to-back wins in 1976 and 1977, he established himself as the first Classic-created superstar in the sport.

Classic Countdown: 15

The 23-year-old Bryan Kerchal worked as a short order cook in Connecticut and was living his dream fishing the Classic.

How-To

A Day on the Lake: Scott Rook

We put the best professional anglers in the nation on a small lake they've never seen before, then give them seven hours to unlock its secrets while we log everything they do to find and catch bass in timeline fashion.

1992 Bassmaster Classic

Robert Hamilton Jr., of Brandon, Miss., caught 59 pounds, 6 ounces, the third-highest Classic creel ever.

Classic Countdown: 17

Well, we have to correct that situation, and this seems like the perfect time and place to do it. The following 17 haiku (plus one to lead into tomorrow's story) tell some of the stories of the Classic.

How-To

Spoonin’ Techniques

Fishermen who simply take the spoon right from the package, tie it on, drop it over the side and begin jigging are not going to achieve the same level of success as anglers who tweak both the lure and the presentation.

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