Know the differences in baitcast reels
Kevin VanDamOne of the most intimidating purchases a newcomer can make is a new baitcast reel because there are so many choices yet they look similar but can be very different....
db: A banner for the fans
Don Barone“Nobody here will ever find me…” Dateline: Respect “…the mysterious influence of the twelfth man on the team, the rooter.”Author UnknownMinnesota Magazine, University of Minnesota Sept. 1900(The first known written...
How I use saved waypoints
Jason ChristieAs we head into a new tournament season, I’ll be putting a lot of thought into what baits I need to take to each event. I have a pretty good...
Another look at tackle
Greg HackneyLast week I said I’d be packing my boat. As you might think, it’s a job. Here’s how I go about things. Maybe something I do will help you. The...
The long and short of rod uses
Kevin VanDamThe continued evolution of bass fishing equipment has enhanced the methods in which we use it. Fishing rods are good examples. We can be more selective in the rods we...
I’m complete, almost
Greg HackneyI got my new Phoenix 920 the other day and hauled it home. It’s in my fishing garage as I do this column. I’ve been without one most of the...
Christie’s tips for winter cranking
Jason ChristieWe hear a lot about slowing down and going to subtle presentations in the wintertime, and I agree, those techniques can work this time of year. But keep in mind...
Shryock: Learning on the fly
Fletcher ShryockI’m writing this from the first Southern Open of 2016 at Toho, which is a good place to introduce this column because it’s where I started my professional fishing career. It...
Don’t ignore the rivers
Bill LowenThe New Year brought dropping temperatures, snow and generally cold weather to much of the country. For some anglers that means sitting in front of the fire and waiting for...
Big bass…they’re coming
Ish MonroeIt might feel like winter to most of us, but to the giants in your lake it feels like it’s time to move. And, this is the time in bass...
