A different perspective on sponsorships, part 3
John CrewsHere’s the part where we get right down to it: How much can I expect to get paid? Editor’s note: Read part 1 and part 2. The answer to that question depends...
Reflection and analysis
Brock MosleyNow that the 2018 fishing season is winding down, it’s time for reflection and analysis. It’s a time to look at what went right and what went wrong, and I...
Backyard adventure
Hunter ShryockThe tournament season is over, but that doesn’t end the stress that comes with being a professional bass angler. There are sponsor obligations, baits and tackle to organize for the...
One day at a time
Chris LaneI’m taking this bracket competition one day at a time. I’m only here fishing the 2018 Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster Classic Bracket for one reason — I want a spot...
Controlling your nerves
Cliff PrinceIn any type of competition there are nerves. Nerves that you have to control. The sport of bass fishing may be the hardest when it comes to controlling the excitement...
My Elite work ethic
Kelley JayeAt the end of the tournament season, many of the Bassmaster Elite Series competitors take a well-deserved break. Some sit on the couch and don’t do much of anything. Some...
Life before the Elite Series
Paul Mueller“Bassmaster Elite Series pro Paul Mueller” is probably how you know me. But my story as a fisherman started much earlier than my four years on the Elite Series. Just...
Changes for me in 2019
Micah FrazierI’ll tell you, I’m really excited about this upcoming season and the opportunity to do this column with Bassmaster.com. The new payout on the Bassmaster Elite Series and the entry...
Setting up your sonar
Keith CombsIt’s no secret that I’m a marine electronics addict. I can spend hours with my face buried in my Humminbird graphs, looking to gain a better understanding of a lake,...
Fall is a favorite time for smallmouth
Jamie HartmanFall is one of my favorite times to catch smallmouth, because the fish move shallow, and they’re super aggressive. With the days getting shorter and water temperatures starting to drop,...
