The classic was awesome in Minute Maid and expo at GRB. However there are to other lakes that fish better (more consistent) than Conroe. They held the high and college tournaments at 1 of them. Yep. Good old lake Houston. It's big enough and doesn't turn into the gulf with just a puff of a breeze. Then we have Livingston. I remember back in the 80's and 90's bass use to hold tournaments there (think twice). But I guess it might be about the money cause Conroe definitely has it over there.

I have always wonder why Wright Patman never comes in to the discussion. They have plenty of water and close to a big enough town to host. I am guessing maybe money?

I read an outstanding article last week about selection of venues for Classics. Explained why there will never be one on Rayburn or Toledo Bend. Can't find it right now but I'll try. The article answered all the questions we Texans always have regarding the subject. And it's not about whoever will pay BASS. It's more about lodging, facilities, central locations and things to do in the host city.

Yesterday in Houston we had the Classic, a Rockets game and the final day of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo closed out by the Zac Brown band. The Classic, Expo and Rockets game plus the fancy hotels and dining needed for the event were all within walking distance.