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McKinnis: Fishing Everstart

Brandon Palaniuk qualified for both the Elite Series and the Classic via the 2010 B.A.S.S. Federation Nation Championship in Shreveport, La. Here's how the 23-year-old Idahoan answered our 20 Questions.

They make their livings in vastly different arenas, but Bassmaster Elite Series pro Michael Iaconelli and NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Martin Truex Jr. have found common ground.

Not a bat, ball or glove was in sight as Bassmaster Classic champion Kevin VanDam joined reigning Daytona 500 champion Jamie McMurray inside the Daytona International Speedway on June 22. However, catching was the first item on the docket.

Defending Bassmaster Classic champion Kevin VanDam will serve as "Honorary Race Official" and ride in a grand marshal car prior to NASCAR's Coke Zero 400 green flag at Daytona International Speedway July 3.

New Elite title sponsor: Big race days for KVD: Wirth worth a lot; Riding the bubble; and...No margin for error

Last week I covered a question I got asked at the press conference following Kevin VanDam's win at the Bassmaster Classic. This week I'm going to cover another question from that same time — one I got asked even more often that day.

Story | Conversation | March 05, 2010

I just finished Media Day and have been spending most of the afternoon making last minute adjustments to my tackle. After I'm finished here I'll go up to my room and begin to get ready mentally for the 2010 Bassmaster Classic.

A pioneer of professional fishing, a former Bassmaster Classic champion, a tournament industry leader and two longtime outdoor writers will be inducted into the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame at ceremonies during Bassmaster Classic week in Birmingham, Ala.

In the world of bass fishing, Kevin VanDam needs no introduction. He is considered today's most dominating force and has the record to prove it.

Making it to Bassmaster Elite Series Postseason is Still Possible for Pros Riding Cutline

Women's Bassmaster Tour Winner Takes Her 'Victory Laps' at Talladega

Texas Mother and Daughter Qualify for WBT Championship on Arkansas' Lake Hamilton

Elite Series pros put the brakes on run-and-gun style

Skeet Reese is at the top of his game. From his 2007 Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year title through his 2009 Bassmaster Classic championship, he has been on point and ready for whatever comes his way.

What would you do if given the Bassmaster Classic trophy for a day?