I guess the geographic distribution of the largemouth is so diverse,that most semi-serious anglers have hung into largemouth and everybody knows about them.I don't think they make the best tablefair,and they can't hold a light to an angry Esox for size and fighting capability.It's not the largemouth's fault he's so overrated.I do think there's a lack of variety with the bass fanatics of this world.I think fighting a musky is about as exciting as seeing a huge buck deer in your crosshairs.Bass don't do that for me.I might feel different if I hooked one of those 20 lb monsters from Fla. or Cal.Until then,give me a big northern,musky or walleye any day.