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Big Bass Tour officials report on Chickamauga Lake results

by Richard Simms

DAYTON, Tenn. — The 8th annual Big Bass Tour event wrapped up on Chickamauga Lake earlier this week. Unlike traditional bass fishing tournaments, where anglers weigh in five bass at the end of the day, the Big Bass Tour provides amateur anglers from all skill levels the opportunity to win multiple cash payouts each day during the hourly weigh-ins. Each of the three tournament days features seven hourly weigh-ins that pay ten cash payouts each hour. That means each three-day event offers a total of 210 hourly cash payouts with a total of $150,000 in prizes and payouts.

Banks Shaw from Harrison, Tenn. was this year's overall "Big Bass" winner. His 10.06-pound bass won Shaw a fully outfitted 2023 NITRO Z18 with a Mercury 150L Pro XS outboard.

Following the recent fish kill on Chickamauga Lake , primarily among channel catfish, many anglers and lake users have expressed concerns about the health of the lake. Some anglers reported dead largemouth bass they feared might be associated with the fish kill.

In cooperation with Tennessee tourism officials, Big Bass Tour event officials compiled and shared historical data on the tournament's catch for the last three years. Tournament Organizer Mark Jones said, "Chickamauga is fine, in our opinion, and we don’t see anything out of the ordinary. We’ve hosted events on the lake for 8 years now and all of the datapoints essentially remain the same. I’ll also mention, because of our format (big bass), we see the best sampling of large fish from the entirety of the Chickamauga fishery."

Jones reports that over the three-day 2023 tournament, anglers weighed in a total of 419 bass with an average weight of 4.03 pounds.

Jones said, "This is well in line with 2022 and 2021, where we had 416 bass with an average of 4.17-pounds and 388 bass with an average of 4.18-pounds respectively.

"Our Top 10 bass were 10.06, 10.05, 9.69, 9.13, 9.07, 8.49. 8.13, 7.75, 7.68 and 7.36 respectively. There is nothing in our data that points to any significant decline in the quality of the bass population or fishing in general," added Jones. “Coming into the event, we were notified of social media posts indicating that there was a potential issue, so we made sure that our fishcare team paid special attention to check for any issues or signs of impact to the bass population prior to releasing them back into Chickamauga Lake each day and we are happy to report we didn’t find a single bass with anything out of the ordinary.” said Jones.

Visit their website to learn more about future Big Bass Tour events, sponsored by Bass Pro Shops/Cabela's.

Big Bass Tour brings anglers to Clarks Hill Lake this weekend

Anglers getting ready for $150,00 in guaranteed prizes and payouts.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Bass Pro Shops Big Bass Tour is at Clarks Hill Lake March for the Cabela’s Georgia Big Bass Classic.

Joey Mauldin of Tignall nabbed the top spot after bringing in an 8.84 beast Friday, “people asked me if the biggest fish ever cop had one just a little bit bigger but not much. This is just way past my imagination of something like this happening but it’s really it’s really great. Really great.”

Mauldin took home the top prize, a brand-new 2024 NITRO Z18 rigged with a Mercury 150L Pro XS outboard and all the bells and whistles you could hope for as a bass angler.

Outside Mauldin, the top five finishers were: (2) Justin Raines, 8.28, (3) Jason Sullens 7.06, (4) Matt Mixon 6.85 and Hunter Temples 6.77.

The tournament started Friday and continues through the weekend out of Wildwood Park in Columbia County.

Anglers are competing for $150,000 in prizes and payouts.

This tournament is different than common five-fish tournament systems.

This tournament is broken down into hour windows over three days.

Anglers bring in their biggest fish during the hour window and the top weights are awarded with cash prizes.

The biggest bass of the entire three day tournament will win the grand prize.

There is a long list of rules and anglers need to make sure they follow each one to qualify to win. Click here to read the complete set of rules.

The Big Bass Tour has made a stop at Clarks Hill nine years in a row. Last year, the top 5 weights were:

1. Hal Sharpe - 9.39 pounds.

2. Greg Seeger - 7.81 pounds.

3. Levin Barnes - 7.73 pounds.

4. Bart Blackburn - 7.33 pounds.

5. Jarrad Rees - 7.31 pounds.

Click here to look back at previous results.

Click here to register for the tournament.

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Big Bass Tour Results Fri-Sun

By STLbassbuster April 15 in Table Rock Lake

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Stayed within a couple miles of the dam area all 3 days.

Friday had the lowest wind and I only caught a non-keeper smallmouth halfway back in a creek during the morning hours. Made a move to a short pocket off the main lake and picked up 3 keeper LM all on a 1/2oz jig in less than 10ft of water. One was a 4.25 and that fish got me 8th place for one of hours.   

Day 2 Saturday

moderate-strong winds. Caught 3 keepers all day, 2 on a bigger 3/4oz spinnerbait and one on a jig. All fish were caught in less than 10ft of water. Traffic in coves were busy do the wind on the main lake so I did not get to fish a lot of the areas I wanted to. None of the keepers were big enough to weigh in, all were 2 1/2 lbs.

Day 3 Sunday

Still had moderate to strong winds all day. Less boat traffic since MLF tournaments were done. I started on a wind blown main lake point and caught 4 keepers in the morning. 1 on a swim jig and 3 on the A-rig. Once the clouds cleared the A-rig bite died. Made a move to short main lake pockets. Picked up the 1/2oz jig and went to work targeting the shelf rock with drop offs. I caught 6-7 keepers on the jig but again, all 2-2.8 lb fish. In the afternoon I ran way back in a creek to get out of the wind. Caught 2 more on the a-rig and 1 more on the jig. I had 2  12-13 lb limits but no money fish and overall had a blast!   

I learn more each time I get to fish table rock which is only 1-2 times a year. I always appreciate the information shared on this page as it has really helped me catch more fish!

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• Quillback , m&m , cheesemaster and 3 others

Thanks for the report and pics.  You had some really nice fish!

Great report, glad you got into them.  

It is a beautiful lake this time of year.

• m&m and STLbassbuster

Thanks for the nice pictures, congrats on catching a few. I did not fair as well as you did but like you I had a great couple of days. 

Good job JT, I'm heading down for 3 weeks of fishing and R&R soon. 

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Date: September 29, 2023 Time: 10:30 AM

In a picturesque setting at Smith Mountain Lake, 750 enthusiastic anglers gathered in a display of skill and determination at the highly anticipated Big Bass Tour. With the promise of a brand-new Nitro Z18 boat to the over all winner and a substantial cash prize given out each hour, these fishing enthusiasts were prepared to battle it out for the catch of a lifetime.

As the sun rose on this beautiful morning, the atmosphere was charged with excitement and anticipation. Anglers from all walks of life, armed with their rods and reels, eagerly set out on the calm waters of Smith Mountain Lake, ready to showcase their fishing prowess.

One of the standout features of the day has been the top water bite. Anglers quickly adapted their strategies, downsizing their bait of choice to entice the elusive big bass lurking beneath the lake’s surface. The challenge to outwit these crafty creatures heightened the thrill and added an extra layer of excitement to the competition.

Throughout the day, anglers will have the opportunity to participate in hourly weigh-ins, adding an element of suspense and drama. The weigh-ins not only test the skills of the participants but also provide a platform to showcase the impressive catches made by these talented anglers & there chance to take home some cash as well.

The grand prize, a state-of-the-art Nitro Z18 boat, has become the ultimate goal for many competitors. However, the allure of the cash prizes, which increase with each hour, has also captured the attention of the eager anglers. The chance to walk away with both prestige and financial reward has intensified the competitive spirit on the lake &.

As the hours tick by, it remains to be seen how the day will unfold. Will the Giant bass be caught today? Will a dark horse emerge from the crowd to claim victory? The excitement is palpable, and the camaraderie amongst the participants is evident as they share their stories and techniques, creating an atmosphere of friendly competition.

The Big Bass Tour on Smith Mountain Lake has not only provided an opportunity for anglers to showcase their skills but has also united the fishing community in a celebration of their shared passion. The event serves as a testament to the dedication and love anglers have for their sport, while also promoting the natural beauty and abundant resources of Smith Mountain Lake.

As the sun continues to shine down on this September day, the anglers push forward, driven by their desire to be crowned the ultimate champion. The Big Bass Tour on Smith Mountain Lake promises to be a memorable event, cementing its place as a must-attend competition for fishing enthusiasts from far and wide.

Stay tuned as we bring you updates on this thrilling tournament and the remarkable catches that are sure to come.

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