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crowds that gather to watch the live weigh ins as well as to attend the Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo, which runs concurrently with the tournament. The Expo gives Ranger fans a chance to see the brand’s 2015 models and meet some of bass fishing’s luminaries. In addition, boat b uyers attending the 2015 Bassmaster Classic Outdoor Expo will be eligible for numerous sales incentives, giving them the opportunity to make their dream rig a reality. Several of the boats on display will include up to $2,000 in bonus benefits as part of Ranger’s “Gear Up & Go” sales promotion. In addition to the hottest Elite Series-ready fiberglass bass boats, the legendary boat brand will also showcase their ultra-popular aluminum line, which continues to deliver Ranger quality and attention to detail to a growing group of boat buyers. Ranger founder and Bass Fishing Hall of Famer Forrest L. Wood is also scheduled to be present in the booth along with some of the greatest professional bass anglers to ever take to the weigh-in stand and other special guests. Visitors to the Ranger booth can meet and gain professional insight from this collection of pros, which boasts multiple Bassmaster Classic titles and millions of dollars in combined career winnings. Professional bass fishing fans who want behind-the-scenes access to the tournament, or inside looks at Ranger products and personalities, follow Ranger Boats on Twitter (@RangerBoats) or become a fan on Facebook. Ranger Pros competing in the 2015 Bassmaster Classic: B.A.S.S. Elite Series winner: Lake Dardanelle Third Bassmaster Classic appearance Keith Combs – Huntington, Texas B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: Sixth Place Fourth Bassmaster Classic appearance Shinichi Fukae – Palestine, Texas B.A.S.S. Open winner: Lake Champlain First Bassmaster Classic appearance Brett Hite – Phoenix, Ariz. B.A.S.S. Elite Series winner: Lake Seminole Third Bassmaster Classic appearance Paul Mueller – Naugatuck, Conn. B.A.S.S. Nation Championship winner Second Bassmaster Classic appearance James Niggemeyer – Van, Texas B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 27th Place Third Bassmaster Classic appearance Takahiro Omori – Emory, Texas B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 38th Place 11th Bassmaster Classic appearance (2004 Classic Champion) Jacob Powroznik – Port Haywood, Va. B.A.S.S. Elite Series winner: Toledo Bend First Bassmaster Classic appearance Skeet Reese – Auburn, Calif. B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: Seventh Place 15th Bassmaster Classic appearance (2009 Classic Champion) Scott Rook – Little Rock, Ark. B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 21st Place Ninth Bassmaster Classic appearance Morizo Shimizu – Osaka, Japan B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 30th Place Third Bassmaster Classic appearance Van Soles – Haines City, Fla. B.A.S.S. Open winner: Lake Toho First Bassmaster Classic appearance Randall Tharp – Port St. Joe, Fla. B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 13th Place Third Bassmaster Classic appearance David Walker – Sevierville, Tenn. B.A.S.S. Elite Series Angler of the Year: 20th Place 10th Bassmaster Classic appearance Jacob Wheeler – Indianapolis, Ind. BASSFest Winner First Bassmaster Classic appearance Andrew Young – Mound, Minn. B.A.S.S. Open winner: Lake Amistad First Bassmaster Classic appearance Forrest L. Wood Friday: 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday: 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Jay Yelas Saturday: 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday: 1 to 5 p.m. Scott Martin Saturday: 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday: 12 to 1 p.m. Friday: 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday: 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday: 11 to 11:45 a.m. Brian Robison, Minnesota Vikings Defensive End Saturday: 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday: 12 to 2 p.m. |
| About Ranger Boats
Headquartered in Flippin, Ark., Ranger Boats is the nation’s premier manufacturer of legendary fiberglass and aluminum fishing boats, which include series of bass, multi-species, fish ‘n play, waterfowl utility and saltwater boats. Founded in 1968 by Forrest L. Wood, Ranger Boats continues its commitment to building the highest-quality, strongest-performing boats on the water. For more information, go to RangerBoats.com. |