Ever wondered how the pros dissect massive fisheries, handle tournament pressure (and polygraphs!), and what crazy conditions they face on the water?

This live show recording dives deep into pre-spawn bass fishing tips with Bass University instructor and Bassmaster Elite Series pro Kyle Patrick. Discover effective strategies for catching largemouth, hear behind-the-scenes stories from elite tournaments, and learn about the polygraph process. Plus, get a glimpse into the challenges of fishing the Albemarle Sound's rough waters (Pasquotank River Elite Series Event) and how to approach breaking down new fishing locations.

Bassmaster Elite Kyle Patrick Live Show Chapters

• 0:00: Bass Fishing Talk & Tournament Updates
  Welcome to Bass University Live! Hear about Kyle Welcher's dominant Bassmaster Elite Series win, Fantasy Fishing league updates, and the latest Bass University promotions. Get the inside scoop on early season bass fishing.
• 6:54: Elite Bass Pro Kyle Patrick on Pre-Spawn, Tournaments & Breaking Down New Water
  Bassmaster Elite angler Kyle Patrick discusses his recent pre-spawn largemouth strategies class, his experience at the challenging Albemarle Sound tournament, fishing in rough conditions, the difference between northern and F1 strain bass spawning, and his unique methods for quickly breaking down massive fisheries using Google Earth. Learn how the pros find productive water fast.
• 41:00: Inside the Bassmaster Elite Series Polygraph Process
  The conversation shifts to the Bassmaster Elite Series polygraph process, as Kyle Patrick shares his experiences taking the test after two consecutive tournaments. He explains the notification process, the testing environment, the equipment used, the types of questions asked, and the importance of honesty and disclosure. They also discuss the accuracy and necessity of polygraphs in maintaining the integrity of professional bass fishing.
• 1:00:49: More On Maximizing Limited Practice and Breaking Down New Water
  Drawing on his experience, Kyle provides valuable advice for anglers trying to learn a new body of water in a limited amount of time. He emphasizes the balance between covering enough water and fishing thoroughly enough to understand the patterns.

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