What rod should I get?
Luke ClausenEditor’s note: Luke Clausen is out for the 2018 season, taking a medical hardship. This is due to experiencing a nasty fall. But he’s still thinking about fishing, as you’ll see...
Prime Chuck
Don Barone“There’s a place for us…” Dateline: Backstage “Chuck, he’s my right hand man and has been so for years, am I going to miss him, you bet I am, you...
You better book it
James HallYou might want to go ahead and save these dates: March 15-17, 2019. Actually, you might want to go ahead and book a hotel. Search the best places to stay...
Beating the postspawn funk
Kevin VanDamAs several southern lakes come out of the spawn, the frustration begins for anglers who discover what a challenging time it can be. There is a window on every body...
No substitute for time on the water
Fletcher ShryockWe’ve had a little while now since Jordan Lee’s second consecutive Bassmaster Classic victory, and like most of you I remain amazed at what he’s accomplished. I’ve thought about his...
Trying to explain KVD, part 1
Mark ZonaOn Grand Lake a couple of weeks ago, Kevin VanDam added his 25th Bassmaster trophy to his ever-expanding trophy room. This has happened enough now that I already know what’s...
How I will fish Lake Norman
Brandon LesterCatching fish this week at the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Eastern Open on Lake Norman is not really the problem. There are a lot of fish in this lake, and...
Kentucky Lake was tough
Jason ChristieMaking a Top 12 is always a positive, but after a low finish on Grand Lake, to rebound with fourth place on Kentucky Lake got me back on track. It...
Strader: ‘Third time’s a charm’
Wesley StraderThey say the third time’s a charm, and that has certainly been true for me. Although this is my first year fishing the Bassmaster Elite Series, it’s the third time...
Mental prep for Norman Open
Thom AbrahamIt’s the eve of the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Eastern Open at Lake Norman, and preparation for this one involves more than just packing the right gear and the correct...
