Seems like there would be a lot more than what weight it takes to win a tourney playing into this. For me facilities, the ability to fish different patterns on the same day or same week and catch fish, different species and abundance, and overall atmosphere for fishing play a huge role.

Malone may not be as big or have the facilities that Barren or Barkley or Ky does, but people slow down when they pass you while you are fishing. And it is pretty relaxing.

Malone was just one example like that that came to mind. I am sure there are other lakes that fit that bill.

My list

1) KY
2) Barkley
3) Barren
4) Malone
5) Green
6) Nolin

After that it would just be speculation. Maybe include some of the lakes at Peabody. Some rivers might start sneaking in there too.