Classic Attire

As I look toward the Bassmaster Classic travels, I'm not sure whether I'll need short sleeves and a ballcap or a parka and a beanie. Recent days' Tulsa temps have ranged from the low teens to the mid-70s, so there's really no saying what the weather will bring. I'm driving and can tote all the junk I want, so I'll be prepared either way.

I can't imagine trying to figure out whether the fish will be in a winter or spring pattern and knowing that what happens during practice could be completely different from what happens during competition days. Fish move a lot based on weather this time of year, and their behavior changes dramatically with passing fronts. Most pros I've talked with are going with a mindset of expecting cold and sort of planning for that, figuring they can more easily adjust to familiar and comfortable spring conditions than to expect spring and have to adjust the other way.

It's currently 48 in Tulsa. Lowest low in the 10-day is 26. Highest high is 64. The competition begins two weeks from today, so the 10-day brings us to the very beginning of Classic week, when official practice begins. I'm guessing most competitors are watching the Oklahoma weather every day, and with a lot more on their minds than what clothes to bring!