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There’s a lot not to like about midsummer bass fishing. Oppressive heat and humidity wilt the enthusiasm of the most hardcore weekend angler, and skyrocketing water temps can make for a painfully slow bite. Yet Bassmaster Elite Series pros consistently score heavy limits in the most grueling summer conditions.