Texas has been a destination state for big bass ever since the 1980s, when the Florida bass they introduced in the ’70s first reached teen status. But before Florida bass made their way to the Lone Star State, a bus driver from San Francisco held the top spot on the Texas lunker list, and he held it for more than 38 years.

Mentioned in the show:

Should Florida's State Record Largemouth be 20-02? (https://youtu.be/KNzmFnd4UFg)

H.W. Ross and his 23 1/2-POUND Largemouth BASS! (https://youtu.be/4Xa1LHi6S3I)

Orville Ball and the Florida Bass Experiment (https://youtu.be/G_cXIShrvJc)

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