In the early 1970s, during the beginnings of modern bass fishing, methods for catching bass were limited to a scarcity of techniques, such as topwater, spinnerbaits, shallow crankbaits and the Texas-rigged plastic worm. For the most part, all of these shared a common rod, typically a stubby, 5-feet, 6-inches pistol-grip casting rod with a round… Read More KastKing: How to Select the Perfect Rod
Five of the top 12 finishers at the 2024 Bassmaster Classic are NPAA members; “no coincidence” says President, Pat Neu. Forestville, WI (April 4, 2024) – While the 2024 Bassmaster Classic is now history, it is still worth talking about. And not just how these esteemed anglers caught their springtime fish…Turns out, five of the top… Read More Top Tournament Performers Have Something in Common
On this week’s show, Bret Amundson, David Eckhardt and Dan Amundson talk about how to stay on the water or in the woods longer with the right gear. Aaron Ambur from Nexus Outdoors talks about new Whitewater Fish gear, Hardcore Decoys and more. We get a Lake of the Woods and Rainy River report from… Read More Aaron Ambur talks Whitewater, ScentLok, Blocker Outdoors, Hardcore Decoys and More
Epic Baits Pro Angler Excels in a Prespawn Hotspot At just 24 years old, Colby Miller has emerged as a rising star in the world of bass fishing, capturing attention with his remarkable talent, dedication, and string of recent victories. Hailing from Elmer, Louisiana, Miller’s path to triumph underscores a relentless passion for the sport… Read More Colby Miller Dominates at Sam Rayburn Reservoir
As the world of competitive bass fishing gears up for its most prestigious event, seasoned professionals and passionate fans alike are eagerly counting down the days to the 2024 Bassmaster Classic and its accompanying Outdoors Expo—a gathering hailed as the largest consumer fishing show in the country. Mark your calendars for March 22-24, as the… Read More Epic Baits Showcases Latest Innovations at Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo
Simple Strategy Powers Continued Success of Epic Baits Pro, Matt Becker Over the course of seven years as a touring bass professional, Matt Becker has earned a multitude of accolades, such as winning the 2018 FLW Tour Rookie of the Year and the 2021 MLF Pro Circuit Champion titles. Recently wrapping up his sixth season… Read More Bass Pro Tour 2024: The Epic Showdown at REDCREST
Epic Baits Shakes It Up with New Scott Suggs-Inspired Jighead Professionals call it lockjaw, and when bass seemingly stop feeding, experienced anglers look to finesse tactics and lures. One widely embraced presentation is the shakey head. Typically, this involves a lightweight jighead paired with a buoyant soft-plastic worm for vertical presentations. While this traditional method… Read More The Art of Finesse
Folks who follow the bass tournament world may have some confusion. It seems the sponsorships may cause some branding confusion. NewsChannel 9 outdoor writer Richard Simms shares his take on it. Perhaps I am the only one, but I doubt it. These days I get totally confused about exactly who is hosting certain major bass… Read More Bass tournament branding: What’s in a name?
The wind layer is one of Patrick’s favorite features of PRO. For Toledo Bend specifically, Patrick is relying on the water temperature layer to help him find warming spots. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
St. Croix Bassmaster Opens Presented by SEVIIN Reels Kicks offDivision 2 Competition on Lake Ouachita HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (February 15, 2024) — At over 40,000 acres, Ouachita is Arkansas’ biggest lake and one of the most popular fisheries in the state. It has been more than 20 years since B.A.S.S. visited the lake for a… Read More Bass Fishing: Pick a Pattern
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