Practice is over. Competition is about to begin. Who will win the Bassmaster Classic?

Kurt MazurekMar 21, 2024 7:01 AM EDT

I have been fortunate enough to ride with quite a few pros over the years, and I noticed pretty quickly, Palaniuk is operating at an exceptionally high level. I don’t mean this to be as “flowery” as it’s going to sound, but everything about his approach strikes me as flowing and efficient. There’s a fluidity in his moves, both mechanically and mentally. And while he’s constantly analyzing, adjusting and refining his fishing, he’s simultaneously friendly, cracking jokes and really great to chat with. READ MORE