I hate to say this, but the world record bass will not be caught in USA. Lake Salto in mexico looks to be the holder of the record. A friend of my dads caught a 19 lb last thursday and saw one on the bed that was allot bigger than that, I got pics coming to show and to prove to you guys the catch. he caught in on a Carloina Power Lizard in 4 feet of water. The pressure on these lakes is minimal compared to the good lakes here in the US and the guides won't let you keep a tilapia. Just my opinion on the matter.