The Classic 2024
Justbass11 reply :
The Classic, anyone going??? I know stupid question. But, who is going to win it this year???
rosshilk reply :
Aaron Martens will finish his elite series career winning his first classic. It’s literally all he is missing in his elite series career.
jbsoonerfan reply :
EE or Jordan Lee. They are tuned in right now.
scaleface reply :
Brandon Lester . He doesnt live that far away and was either snubbed or turned down the invite to the More Little Fish league . I'm pulling for him .
A-Jay reply :
What's - The Classic ???
I thought the name had been changed to
The Jordan Lee Invitational . . . . .
A-Jay
crypt reply :
Jason Christie...…….
Tlauz reply :
This will be the last Classic with all the top anglers for awhile. It should be interesting. Next years classic will seem strange without all the big names.
Smokinal reply :
On 2/18/2019 at 10:50 AM, rosshilk said:Aaron Martens will finish his elite series career winning his first classic. It’s literally all he is missing in his elite series career.
I'd love to see that happen!
TnRiver46 reply :
I would follow them around and get some pictures for y’all but my boat is very slow! Maybe pictures of them zooming by??? I’m cheering for deFoe but wouldn’t bet against j lee
MIbassyaker reply :
On 2/18/2019 at 10:50 AM, rosshilk said:Aaron Martens
On 2/18/2019 at 1:20 PM, jbsoonerfan said:EE or Jordan Lee.
On 2/18/2019 at 11:49 PM, crypt said:Jason Christie.
On 2/19/2019 at 9:26 PM, TnRiver46 said:deFoe
Very, very hard to bet against any of these.
But if I had to, I would seriously consider Wesley Strader.
bowhunter63 reply :
Maybe KVD might be his last one.
Kevin Goodwin reply :
On 2/20/2019 at 12:55 PM, bowhunter63 said:Maybe KVD might be his last one.
Yeah what's going on with KVD? Is he full time MLF now? Is he doing both? Only the classic? I was surprised to see he was fishing the classic because I thought he switched to MLF...
scaleface reply :
On 3/8/2019 at 10:00 PM, Kevin Goodwin said:Yeah what's going on with KVD? Is he full time MLF now? Is he doing both? Only the classic? I was surprised to see he was fishing the classic because I thought he switched to MLF...
Him and most of the other field qualified last year .
Choporoz reply :
On 2/19/2019 at 7:55 AM, Tlauz said:This will be the last Classic with all the top anglers for awhile. It should be interesting. Next years classic will seem strange without all the big names.
On 3/8/2019 at 10:00 PM, Kevin Goodwin said:Yeah what's going on with KVD? Is he full time MLF now? Is he doing both? Only the classic? I was surprised to see he was fishing the classic because I thought he switched to MLF...
I was surprised to see names I recognized, also. Wonder if BM didn't consider 'unqualifying' those that bolted. Or that MLF didn't schedule something big next weekend
Sam reply :
Ike pulls it out on the last day.
Then again.....................
HeyCoach reply :
I think Strader, JLee, or A-A-Ron May end up on top.
CroakHunter reply :
Ott, Christie, j-lee, Jacob wheeler, and Edwin evers would be who I was betting on.
J.Vincent reply :
Very Likely to Place in Top 10:
Ott DeFoe
Randal Tharp
Jason Christie
Brandon Lester
Jordan Lee
Wesley Strader
Edwin Evers
KVD
Ike
Dark Horse:
B.Hite
J.Powraznik
Justbass11 reply :
I like Gerald Swindale
redux reply :
I'm torn between Hack or Christie.
flatcreek reply :
Strader
ryanerb reply :
I thought I overheard there is a cut after day 1? Any more details?
A-Jay reply :
On 3/16/2019 at 3:44 AM, ryanerb said:I thought I overheard there is a cut after day 1? Any more details?
No so ~
It's #25 After day 2
A-Jay
jbsoonerfan reply :
Looks like it was a tough day out there.
Who knows though, maybe all those MLF guys just try to catch 1-2 lbers all the time so they can't get on a big bite. 
Tennessee Boy reply :
GO OTT GO!!
Gotta be nice sleeping in your own bed with the lead in the Bass Master Classic.
WRB reply :
I was hoping Aaron would finally win a Classic. You can't win on day 1 but you can lose it. Looks like 5 of the top 7 are western bass pro's. It's going to be hard to beat Ott on his home waters with a big lead.
Tom
Sam reply :
On 2/19/2019 at 9:56 AM, Smokinal said:I'd love to see that happen!
Aaron had a bad day one.
If he doesn't turn it around on Saturday it is good-bye, Aaron.
Brian Owens reply :
Can someone clue me in on why so many people are saying this is the last classic? Does it have to do with MLF? Sorry I'm out of the loop. Watching the live stream but can't find any info on what everyone keeps referencing about this being the last classic.
Thanks!
J.Vincent reply :
On 3/17/2019 at 1:30 AM, Brian Owens said:Can someone clue me in on why so many people are saying this is the last classic? Does it have to do with MLF? Sorry I'm out of the loop. Watching the live stream but can't find any info on what everyone keeps referencing about this being the last classic.
Thanks!
Half of the Elite field left for the Major League Fishing trail; Some of those veteran anglers who are now with MLF, will likely never have another chance to fish the Elites, especially if things go well with the new MLF trail. So unless they can compete in the Opens and qualify for the classic through that route then it’s probably their final classic. But it’s technically not the last Classic for B.A.S.S.
Brian Owens reply :
On 3/17/2019 at 2:01 AM, J.Vincent said:Half of the Elite field left for the Major League Fishing trail; Some of those veteran anglers who are now with MLF, will likely never have another chance to fish the Elites, especially if things go well with the new MLF trail. So unless they can compete in the Opens and qualify for the classic through that route then it’s probably their final classic. But it’s technically not the last Classic for B.A.S.S.
Gotcha, I thought that was the case. Thanks for filling me in!
mheichelbech reply :
Where can articles about the classic be found? I was surprised there wasn’t much written on the website.
Swbass15 reply :
Ike was fishing like someone possessed this morning was fun to watch. No theatrics just him fishing in the moment was pretty cool to watch. Interesting shake up today will be fun to watch the final day.
Tennessee Boy reply :
I've been watching a lot of the Classic. I'm reminded how much I prefer the BASS scoring system to MLF’s. There are a lot of guys catching a lot of dinks in this tournament. 19 of the top 25 had a limit both days. Today Keith Poche in 37th place culled 12 fish that weighted a little under 13 lbs. Adrian Avena in 9th place culled 15 that weighted 15 lbs. Under MLF rules this would be a total dink fest. The guys at the top are the ones finding the big ones. That’s the way it’s supposed to be.
Tlauz reply :
I enjoy both BASS and MLF format. I really like the MLF events where they don't know where they are going. I enjoy watching them try to break down a lake quickly. I also enjoy when it is tough. It reminds me more of what a lot of regular anglers go through. Most lakes are good at certain times, but can you catch fish when it is tough. I am sure many of the anglers will miss BASS and the classic, but I also feel BASS will definitely miss the anglers. Next years classic will not have the same feel. I think the new guys are great sticks, but I enjoy watching people I have come to know over the years. Who knows what the future holds. I would love to see one big tournament with the top 15 from MLF, BASS and FLW go at it once a year. It would be great for the fans.
TnRiver46 reply :
On 3/17/2019 at 7:30 AM, Swbass15 said:Ike was fishing like someone possessed this morning was fun to watch. No theatrics just him fishing in the moment was pretty cool to watch. Interesting shake up today will be fun to watch the final day.
I drive by that area at work almost every day of the year. I always wondered if there were fish in there, thanks to Ike I now know! Haha
Oregon Native reply :
Have really been enjoying the Classic and talking to everyone. And....also enjoy FLW an MLF.....variety is the spice of life some say.
A-Jay reply :
Mr. Iaconelli is getting a few on a crankbait this morning.
Interesting how he calls every bite a "Big One" and then need to measure the Big One to ensure it reaches the 14-inch size requirement. Maybe Big One means something else I'm not aware of . . . .
I do enjoy watching the man fish when he conducts himself like a Man.
A-Jay
scaleface reply :
On 3/17/2019 at 8:55 PM, A-Jay said:12-inch size requirement
Its 14 for this body of water and 18 for brown ones .
A-Jay reply :
On 3/17/2019 at 9:09 PM, scaleface said:Its 14 for this body of water and 18 for brown ones .
Guess that 2 inches put them into the Big One category.
Thank you - fixed it.
A-Jay
12poundbass reply :
It seems like year after year Ike is in contention to win the Classic.
scaleface reply :
Does anybody know what the crankbait was , that broke , while working a fish, that Rojas was using ?
RB 77 reply :
On 3/17/2019 at 8:55 PM, A-Jay said:Mr. Iaconelli is getting a few on a crankbait this morning.
Interesting how he calls every bite a "Big One" and then need to measure the Big One to ensure it reaches the 14-inch size requirement. Maybe Big One means something else I'm not aware of . . . .
I do enjoy watching the man fish when he conducts himself like a Man.
A-Jay
Its funny, my father used to do this a all the time. Every fish practically, all the while using a fairy wand and 5 lb test. Of course they're all gonna feel like giants. Haha. It go so bad, that I even stopped paying attention anymore until one day last season he DID hook a giant. I had just fired out a bomber cast and didn't bother to look back as this was the 20th "giant" of the morning. By the time I heard the drag start screaming I was already 40-50 yards out on a cast. Too late to grab the net. He managed to get the fish to boat and lip it. After a congrats and some photos we had a talk about the "giants" and the importance of the net on big fish. He has gotten better about it since then. Haha. Man, I love fishing with ol' Pops.
NHBull reply :
On 3/17/2019 at 8:55 PM, A-Jay said:Mr. Iaconelli is getting a few on a crankbait this morning.
Interesting how he calls every bite a "Big One" and then need to measure the Big One to ensure it reaches the 14-inch size requirement. Maybe Big One means something else I'm not aware of . . . .
I do enjoy watching the man fish when he conducts himself like a Man.
A-Jay
I like him too, but wouldn't want to be in a boat with him for a day......But give the guy credit, he does know how to market himself
A-Jay reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 4:10 AM, NHBull said:I like him too, but wouldn't want to be in a boat with him for a day......But give the guy credit, he does know how to market himself
Acting like he should be playing cards with Randle Patrick "Mac" McMurphy, Chief Bromden, Billy Bibbit & Charlie Cheswick is an interesting marketing approach. I do not believe Nurse Rachet would approve of any of it.
A-Jay
MIbassyaker reply :
Sorry, I love Ike, antics and all. I'll happily take your place on his boat.
The man radiates pure, uncut enthusiasm for fishing in a way that nobody can match. I understand that's not everybody's bag, but I find it infectious.
Jrob78 reply :
Congratulations Ott Defoe! Really happy for him, seems like such a good dude.
jbsoonerfan reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 6:35 AM, Jrob78 said:Congratulations Ott Defoe! Really happy for him, seems like such a good dude.
x2
A-Jay reply :
Congratulations to Ott DeFoe ~ 2019 Bassmaster Classic Champion.
Good Dude.
A-Jay
CrankFate reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 6:25 AM, MIbassyaker said:Sorry, I love Ike, antics and all. I'll happily take your place on his boat.
The man radiates pure, uncut enthusiasm for fishing in a way that nobody can match. I understand that's not everybody's bag, but I find it infectious.
He’s from New Jersey. And a stone’s throw away from Philadelphia at that. Just let that sink in for a few. There’s maybe 5 bass in the whole region. I like Ike. His city limits fishing is one of the best bass fishing shows ever.
MIbassyaker reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 6:52 AM, CrankFate said:He’s from New Jersey. And a stone’s throw away from Philadelphia at that. Just let that sink in for a few. There’s maybe 5 bass in the whole region. I like Ike. His city limits fishing is one of the best bass fishing shows ever.
Actually, there are a lot of bass in NJ and eastern PA. Not giants by the standards of other regions, but respectable, fishable numbers. It's just that most of the waterbodies are small. I used to live in the Trenton area.
NYWayfarer reply :
Grats to Ott! Hard fought tourney for sure.
Glad to see Ike finish strong. I would have loved to join him for a beer at his Ike live after party.
WRB reply :
Not many B.A.S.S. Elites finished in the top 10 except the young western pro's.
Hometown guys Ott DeFoe the winner and Jacob Wheeler 2nd are MLF anglers.
Next years Classic will be interesting to see how B.A.S.S. presents the winners trophy, dought if it will be Ott!
Tom
Jrob78 reply :
There was only 1 current BASS guy in the top 10, Brandon Lester. Best I can tell there were only 16 non MLF guys fishing the Classic and some of them were BASS Nation and Opens anglers and not Elite guys. The Classic will look VERY different next year.
Ott will be there next year to hand the trophy off, the past years winner qualifies for the next years Classic.
Tennessee Boy reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 8:08 AM, Jrob78 said:There was only 1 current BASS guy in the top 10, Brandon Lester. Best I can tell there were only 16 non MLF guys fishing the Classic and some of them were BASS Nation and Opens anglers and not Elite guys. The Classic will look VERY different next year.
Ott will be there next year to hand the trophy off, the past years winner qualifies for the next years Classic.
If I was BASS I would change the rules to invite several previous champions. Inviting all previous champions might be too many but the last 10 years and maybe anyone who has won more that once would be a good start. BASS can create new stars but that will take time. They need some of the all time greats competing in the Classic.
Jrob78 reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 8:20 AM, Tennessee Boy said:If I was BASS I would change the rules to invite several previous champions. Inviting all previous champions might be too many but the last 10 years and maybe anyone who has one more that once would be a good start. BASS can create new stars but that will take time. They need some of the all time greats competing in the Classic.
I don't think they will ever do that with so much emphasis put on how difficult it is to qualify for the Classic. It will be interesting to see how next years attendance is affected when there aren't many familiar names fishing it though.
scaleface reply :
Congratulations to Keith Poche for the assist .
CrankFate reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 7:22 AM, MIbassyaker said:Actually, there are a lot of bass in NJ and eastern PA. Not giants by the standards of other regions, but respectable, fishable numbers. It's just that most of the waterbodies are small. I used to live in the Trenton area.
I know. I was joking. But the big catches that happen in other parts of the country are not likely there. I don’t think many people are pulling 49lb totals there.
On 3/18/2019 at 8:28 AM, Jrob78 said:I don't think they will ever do that with so much emphasis put on how difficult it is to qualify for the Classic. It will be interesting to see how next years attendance is affected when there aren't many familiar names fishing it though.
I should quit my job right now, buy a boat and hope that within 3-5 years, I get a shot 
MIbassyaker reply :
BASS is putting on the best face possible given the circumstances, but they know full well that the reputation of the Classic depends on the reputation of the competitors fishing it. And if there is widespread perception that the Classic no longer actually features the best, hottest, and most competitive tournament anglers of the day (or at least most of them), then it will be in BASS's interest to change the rules for qualification.
MIbassyaker reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 8:39 AM, scaleface said:Congratulations to Keith Poche for the assist .
Poche should get like a miniature version of the trophy.
Although, to be fair, Ott still had to catch them. If Keith could have caught them, he would have instead!
OCdockskipper reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 8:08 AM, Jrob78 said:...Ott will be there next year to hand the trophy off, the past years winner qualifies for the next years Classic.
Does it or does the winner have to fish the Elite series or Opens to cash in the automatic invite?
I'm thinking of Luke Clausens Classic win, I believe he fished FLW the next year and wasn't there to defend his title the next year.
Largest bag for the tournament was by an Elite angler (Zaldain).
I heard the MLF guys kept releasing keepers instead of putting them in the livewell and were asking when the 1st period break was going to be...
Jrob78 reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 11:03 AM, OCdockskipper said:Does it or does the winner have to fish the Elite series or Opens to cash in the automatic invite?
I'm thinking of Luke Clausens Classic win, I believe he fished FLW the next year and wasn't there to defend his title the next year.
As far as I know he gets an automatic entry into next years Classic but I can't think of any examples one way or the other off the top of my head.
FordsnFishin reply :
Congrats to ike for the sick crowd dive.
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