It started on the bank
The stand of submerged trees was only about 20 feet from the bank, but I considered it a long cast with the 6-foot spincast outfit I was using. I’m pretty...
Managing tidal fishery changes
Bass are bass wherever they roam, but tidal fisheries have different rules for key parts of the game. Compared to the reservoirs and natural lakes that dominate the mainstream bass...
1-Minute Angler: Adjusting worm weights
Adjusting weights is key for being able to feel soft plastics in windy conditions. Darold Gleason explains why and how to do it.
Hackney’s utilitarian swim strategy
Greg Hackney appreciates options, but he’s also a fan of simplicity, especially when it comes to his swim jig tactics. A true utility player, this narrow-nosed jig is made to...
Land of giants: Finding summer studs
When bass are in their summer patterns, understanding what the fish want helps you plan your big-bite strategy. Here’s the skinny from a quintet of Bassmaster Elite Series anglers with...
Tailrace dos and don’ts
The 2021 Guaranteed Rate Bassmaster Elite at Pickwick Lake saw Chris Zaldain committing to the Wilson Dam tailrace. Zaldain’s dedication to the turbulent water showed where his best potential limits...
Swimming worms: To thump or squirm
Swimming a worm over and through shallow grass is a mainstay in Florida, and this ploy can draw strikes anywhere in the country where bass lurk in similar cover. The...
Tech Tip Thursday: Walking vs. popping frogs
In this Tech Tip Thursday, Gene Jensen (AKA Flukemaster) explains his approach to frog fishing and the 13 Fishing equipment he uses when throwing both popping and walking frogs.
Bobber stops and bass angling
There are some items in fishing that don’t cost a lot but can be very valuable. One example is bobber stops. I know … bass anglers don’t fish with bobbers. But...
