BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – What pairs better with a world-championship bass tournament than an accompanying free-to-the-public showcase for the latest and greatest rods, reels, boats, motors, electronics, shallow-anchors, baits, etc.? Fishing and outdoors fans were out in force as soon as the Expo doors opened on Friday, March 15, and they kept on hopping throughout the weekend, leading up to the crowing of Alabama pro Dustin Connell as the 2024 REDCREST champion.