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Inside Elite Boats: Clent Davis

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Alabama native and Bassmaster Elite Series pro Clent Davis takes us on a front-to-back tour of his Phoenix 21 PHX.
Alabama native and Bassmaster Elite Series pro Clent Davis takes us on a front-to-back tour of his Phoenix 21 PHX.
His tow vehicle is a Ram dually — a big rig with plenty of muscle.
His tow vehicle is a Ram dually — a big rig with plenty of muscle.
Starting at the bow of the boat, the trailer features an innovative step system that makes it easier to climb inside.
Starting at the bow of the boat, the trailer features an innovative step system that makes it easier to climb inside.
The new Lowrance Ghost trolling motor provides the drive power at the front.
The new Lowrance Ghost trolling motor provides the drive power at the front.
Even though this trolling motor is new, it has been getting rave reviews across the board. Davis said he's in love with it.
Even though this trolling motor is new, it has been getting rave reviews across the board. Davis said he’s in love with it.
Here'a look at the ergonomically friendly and highly responsive foot pedal for the Ghost.
Here’a look at the ergonomically friendly and highly responsive foot pedal for the Ghost.
A Lowrance HDS 12 is the information center at the bow of his Phoenix.
A Lowrance HDS 12 is the information center at the bow of his Phoenix.
Power-Poles are activated by either of these foot pedals in the event he needs to anchor down in shallow water.
Power-Poles are activated by either of these foot pedals in the event he needs to anchor down in shallow water.
The Lowrance GPS puck is positioned near the other Lowrance equipment for precise GPS locations.
The Lowrance GPS puck is positioned near the other Lowrance equipment for precise GPS locations.
Above the cup holder is a pair of switches for motor trim and navigation lights.
Above the cup holder is a pair of switches for motor trim and navigation lights.
The front deck provides plenty of room to effectively and safely find, fish for and catch fish. Another feature of Davis' Phoenix that he loves.
The front deck provides plenty of room to effectively and safely find, fish for and catch fish. Another feature of Davis’ Phoenix that he loves.
Digging into the starboard side rod locker, Davis finds a few necessities.
Digging into the starboard side rod locker, Davis finds a few necessities.
Raingear and life jackets.
Raingear and life jackets.
Tie-off ropes are always handy.
Tie-off ropes are always handy.
And in case he needs an extra life jacket, he has a few options. This one is his personal favorite.
And in case he needs an extra life jacket, he has a few options. This one is his personal favorite.
Moving back to the small storage locker directly in front of the Captain's chair.
Moving back to the small storage locker directly in front of the Captain’s chair.
He pulls out a package of Mister Twister finesse worms.
He pulls out a package of Mister Twister finesse worms.
The inserted tray can be removed for even more storage.
The inserted tray can be removed for even more storage.
Davis always keeps a few Nichols Lures Pulsator spinnerbaits handy.
Davis always keeps a few Nichols Lures Pulsator spinnerbaits handy.
Moving to the center storage box, Davis reaches in looking for some important tackle trays.
Moving to the center storage box, Davis reaches in looking for some important tackle trays.
Lots of options at his fingertips.
Lots of options at his fingertips.
The first box is a Cal Costal Battle Box. A very durable and unique way to store terminal tackle.
The first box is a Cal Costal Battle Box. A very durable and unique way to store terminal tackle.
Secure and organized.
Secure and organized.
Inside one of the
Inside one of the “film canisters” he keeps hooks neatly organized. No change of a giant tangled mess.
You can bet the seasoned angler keeps swim jigs handy. Word is they'll eat that at his home fishery, Lay Lake.
You can bet the seasoned angler keeps swim jigs handy. Word is they’ll eat that at his home fishery, Lay Lake.
Plenty of Yo-Zuri crankbaits in assorted colors are always within reach.
Plenty of Yo-Zuri crankbaits in assorted colors are always within reach.
Moving to the port side rod locker.
Moving to the port side rod locker.
It's loaded with Phenix rods ...
It’s loaded with Phenix rods …
... of course there's one rigged with a swim jig.
… of course there’s one rigged with a swim jig.
He grabbed another one he's quite fond of.
He grabbed another one he’s quite fond of.
The Phenix Feather FTX series paired with an Abu Garcia Revo is his preferred combo for using a jerkbait.
The Phenix Feather FTX series paired with an Abu Garcia Revo is his preferred combo for using a jerkbait.
Like any busy angler, there are plenty of scissors and pliers nearby.
Like any busy angler, there are plenty of scissors and pliers nearby.
Next to the console is a tool holder that helps him move fast and keep organized.
Next to the console is a tool holder that helps him move fast and keep organized.
In the middle as you step down from the front deck is another small storage box that holds a few items. He said it fills up during a tournament and gets cleaned out after each event.
In the middle as you step down from the front deck is another small storage box that holds a few items. He said it fills up during a tournament and gets cleaned out after each event.
The next compartment over has a collection of Gamakatsu G Finesse replacement hooks that feature Aaron Martens on the front.
The next compartment over has a collection of Gamakatsu G Finesse replacement hooks that feature Aaron Martens on the front.
“He’s one of my heros, and I’m glad I get to see his face on these packages,” he said.
The cooler is already loaded with drinks, and there's still room for snacks.
The cooler is already loaded with drinks, and there’s still room for snacks.
The next storage box is one of Phoenix Boats' most unique features. It's built for more rod storage, especially spinning rods due to the shape and likelihood for tangles. This storage box works for that, or anything else an angler needs to keep handy but out of the way.
The next storage box is one of Phoenix Boats’ most unique features. It’s built for more rod storage, especially spinning rods due to the shape and likelihood for tangles. This storage box works for that, or anything else an angler needs to keep handy but out of the way.
Davis keeps a few extra rolls of toilet paper in that box. A guy has to be prepared.
Davis keeps a few extra rolls of toilet paper in that box. A guy has to be prepared.
Here's another look inside the box.
Here’s another look inside the box.
Moving to the console where Davis spends a bunch of time scouting out new waters and looking for schools of feeding or staging bass.
Moving to the console where Davis spends a bunch of time scouting out new waters and looking for schools of feeding or staging bass.
Dual Lowrance HDS units provide the necessary information to find fish and to mark new spots for a return visit.
Dual Lowrance HDS units provide the necessary information to find fish and to mark new spots for a return visit.
Inside the console next to his seat is a plethora of important items like sunglasses, culling equipment and ...
Inside the console next to his seat is a plethora of important items like sunglasses, culling equipment and …
... snacks.
… snacks.
Just like an office on the water, he said.
Just like an office on the water, he said.
Here's a brief look at the durable and stylish steering wheel.
Here’s a brief look at the durable and stylish steering wheel.
The overall view of the cockpit is comfortable and reliable.
The overall view of the cockpit is comfortable and reliable.
The command center is easy to reach and full of options.
The command center is easy to reach and full of options.
The throttle handle still features a trim switch, but it doesn't get as much use as the trim switch conveniently located around the steering wheel.
The throttle handle still features a trim switch, but it doesn’t get as much use as the trim switch conveniently located around the steering wheel.
In the back of the boat, the port side storage compartment is usually left empty for co-anglers or camera dudes.
In the back of the boat, the port side storage compartment is usually left empty for co-anglers or camera dudes.
On the opposite side he keeps a few tools and necessary items.
On the opposite side he keeps a few tools and necessary items.
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One item is a Cul-Em-Right XL Tournament Scale.
One item is a Cul-Em-Right XL Tournament Scale.
Important items can be found here, such as tools, paperwork, fire extinguisher ...
Important items can be found here, such as tools, paperwork, fire extinguisher …
And an old fork. You never know when a casserole might break out. A man's gotta be prepared. I'd clean it off first, Clent.
And an old fork. You never know when a casserole might break out. A man’s gotta be prepared. I’d clean it off first, Clent.
Spacious livewells keep fish lively and healthy.
Spacious livewells keep fish lively and healthy.
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In the rear of the boat, Davis keeps additional tools.
In the rear of the boat, Davis keeps additional tools.
Here are the main power sources for trolling motors and cranking batteries.
Here are the main power sources for trolling motors and cranking batteries.
Power-Pole hydraulic pumps.
Power-Pole hydraulic pumps.
A Bob's Machine hydraulic jack plate allows for finite adjustments to the motor's height.
A Bob’s Machine hydraulic jack plate allows for finite adjustments to the motor’s height.
His Phoenix is powered by an Evinrude 250 E-TEC.
His Phoenix is powered by an Evinrude 250 E-TEC.
Plus, the boat is rigged with 10-foot Power-Pole Blades. </p> <p>Thanks, Clent!
Plus, the boat is rigged with 10-foot Power-Pole Blades.
Thanks, Clent!

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