I like it. I have liked most everything that MLF has done besides going to 5 fish. Hear me out…. Anybody that says it’ll be a dink fest is crazy. When DC won stage 6 and 7 in 2022 ge would have turned in nearly 30 lb sacks on each of the last two days in both events. Having every fish count also means that it’s anybody’s game. No matter if you’re in 10th or 1st, if you find the right school, it’s game on. If you’re a 5 fish guy, that’s fine, watch the elite series. But the competitive nature of every fish makes for some exciting viewing (see Red Crest when Bobby Lane won it). Professional fishing is an ever evolving sport. The more eyes we can put on the sport, the better it is for all of us. I’m not sure about the 50 angler field yet. I really like the way they do it now with the two different groups and then combine the field. But, I’m sure this is an attempt to save money so I can see why they are doing it I guess. Sucks for the 30 guys that will get left out. But I’m guessing those anglers will just go to the Tackle Warehouse tour. At least with the change, we now have the best of both worlds with the Elites and BPT. So everybody should be happy! Cheers!
