Dispelling cold-water myths, part 1
Kevin VanDamIt’s wintertime here in Michigan, and I’ve been very busy preparing for next season. I’m gathering up my new equipment, jerseys and tackle. And with winter’s cold weather comes ice...
Why I never stop fishing
Jordan LeeA lot of the guys take time off from fishing after the Bassmaster Elite Series is over for the year. That works for them, some are the best in the...
Cold water crankin’
David FrittsIt’s finally getting cold. Water temperatures are dropping everywhere, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to put away your crankin’ stick. Some of my better crankbait catches have come when...
Feel is a big deal
Ish MonroeI just returned from a short saltwater fishing trip off the coast of San Diego. I’ve gotten more serious about my saltwater fishing over the last couple of years, ever...
My 2017: The elephant in the room
Jared LintnerWhen you finish 82nd in the Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year standings after qualifying for four GEICO Bassmaster Classics in the previous six seasons, your friends and sponsors have...
Clues to solve the fishing puzzle
Jason ChristieWe often refer to fishing as a puzzle, and it’s important to consider that some of the most important pieces might appear even before you put the boat in the...
A new kind of offseason
Luke ClausenEach year when the tournament season ends I spend the first few months winding down from the hectic tournament fishing season and turn to my other passion, hunting. It is...
Let’s talk fishing … after the tournament
Edwin EversB.A.S.S. recently beefed up its rules regarding Bassmaster Elite Series competition and how and when competitors can get outside information before an event. Essentially, it extends the “no outside information”...
It’s almost winter
Ott DeFoeWith Thanksgiving past it’s almost winter and that means it’s time to start thinking about a different approach to bass fishing. To be clear, my definition of winter is when...
What lure creation involves
Kevin VanDamOne of the many factors I’ve enjoyed about my relationship with Strike King is my involvement in lure design that I use every day to catch fish. Company personnel are...