The mystery of red crankbaits
Kevin VanDamAs we fish around the country, we discover that specific colors are must-haves on some lakes. Oftentimes that is due to the color of forage or the lake has a...
The world could learn a lot from Lake Martin spectators
Bryan BrasherALEXANDER CITY, Ala. — I was impressed by Lake Martin. I was impressed by the crowds. I was impressed by the fish that were brought to the scales. But most...
That one good fish, part 1
Greg HackneyIt seems like we always hear about patterning bass or finding the right spots. It’s like finding bass is the way to win in a Bassmaster Elite Series tournament. But...
Tak: ‘Confident about my fishing’
Takahiro OmoriThings have been busy since last Sunday. I’ve been talking to everyone. I’ve not had much time to think about what my win at the 2018 Bassmaster Elite at Lake...
My favorite photo from Martin
Trip WeldonThis photo was by far the coolest of the week and an appropriate way to wrap up the 2018 Bassmaster Elite Series opener. More about that later. You have probably...
Getting to know ‘The Paperboy’
Jacob FoutzHi, my name is Jacob Foutz, but Bassmaster emcee Dave Mercer nicknamed me “The Paperboy.” In August of last year I was fortunate to win the Carhartt Bassmaster College Series...
High school fishing in the offseason
Bradley RoyWhether we like it or not winter is in full swing for most of us. We fished our first Elite event last week, and it was cold and for many...
Biggest considerations for the Classic
Casey AshleyIt’s still too early to predict how the Classic on Lake Hartwell is going to shape up. The weather in March can be very unpredictable and that will determine where...
Pick me! Pick me!
Pete RobbinsI don’t pay much attention to the NBA, so I may be the last sports fan on earth to know this, but the rosters for the league’s all-star game on...
The Classic that inspired my career
Keith CombsEditor’s note: 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of B.A.S.S. As part of our celebration we’re publishing stories, videos and photos about the history of the sport, including the one below....