Tackle Systems: Topwaters
Bernie SchultzIf you’ve been following the Bassmaster Elite Series this season, you know topwaters have a played a significant role in several events. Among them were the Harris Chain, St. Johns...
Summer fish care tips
Stetson BlaylockProper fish care is just one aspect of what it takes to be a successful tournament angler. The Bassmaster Elite Series tour penalizes you 4 ounces for each dead fish...
God bless the high road
Bryan BrasherBack in 2019, when the professional bass fishing industry exploded into chaos, I was fully prepared to go down with the ship. I’ve covered a little bit of everything during...
Melting at Wheeler Lake
Cooper GallantThe conditions during the Bassmaster Elite Series tournament at Wheeler Lake were brutal. An incessant sun and the lack of any breeze made for some of the hottest weather I’ve...
Knowing when to start over
Bryant SmithThere’s no question that professional fishing is full of ups and downs. I’ve seen more downs than ups this season, but I believe the key to success is learning from...
Spots vs. patterns
Chris ZaldainI just wrapped up my sixth Bassmaster Elite Series tournament of the year. I finished 1 ounce shy of the Top 50 cut at Wheeler Lake, which is frustrating to...
Always something to fish for
Pete RobbinsWith all due respect to their sponsors, no Bassmaster Elite Series angler wants to work the 2025 Bassmaster Classic Expo — they want to be in contention to win. With...
Crank up the summer bite
Greg HackneyWe’re headed into the time of year when I can pull out the big arsenal and catch a lot of fish. Historically, in the South and Mid-South this is the...
When have we ignored technology?
Bryan BrasherYou may not believe this. But just the other day, I had someone ask me about the future of forward-facing sonar (FFS) in bass fishing. Obviously, I’m being sarcastic. It...
New technologies make tournament fishing more efficient
Keith CombsThere’s been a lot of debate lately about the role of technology in fishing and where we should draw boundaries and limits. I’m not going to wade into that pool...
