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America's big bass guru

May 23, 2013

Whether your goal is the biggest bass in the world or the biggest bass in your lake, Mike Long can help. Hundreds of double-digit largemouths, including one over 20 pounds, make him the most accomplished trophy angler in bass fishing history.

Inside the Classic champ's ride

May 23, 2013

Cliff Pace lets us check out what he has going on in his Toyota Tundra.

Take a kid fishing ... really

May 23, 2013

All of us need to find the time to share the love of fishing with the next generation ... and the generation behind that.

Bass Fishing for Beginners: The Reel

May 22, 2013

Learn more about how to get started bass fishing by selecting the right reel.

As busy as you let it

May 22, 2013

As you read this, I'm hard at work getting back on track. Over the past couple of weeks, I've been so busy that I haven't taken care of my boat and tackle they way I usually do.

Best photos from Catch of the Week III

May 22, 2013

Want to win prizes just for catching fish? Now you can! Enter your best bass photo each week on the B.A.S.S. Facebook page for a chance to win a Shimano reel and cool Toyota gear.

Legislation passed to keep fishing access open on Cumberland River

May 22, 2013

Both Houses of Congress passed the Freedom to Fish Act, which will remove unnecessary access restrictions to recreational fishing along the Cumberland River in Tennessee and Kentucky.

Teaching Cal to fish

May 22, 2013

After a couple of Elite tournaments and an Open, it’s time for some rest and it’s time to spend some time with the family at the house.

A bittersweet day

May 22, 2013

This is a bittersweet day for me. It’ll be sweet because it’s my first Tuesday Night tournament of the season. It’s bitter because for the first time in those three decades my friend Ray Patts won’t be there.

Meanest bass on the planet?

May 22, 2013

The Elite Series Alabama River Charge presented by Star brite is over but the scars from mean spotted bass may live on for quite some time.