Elite 20th season: International influence
The influx of international Elite Series anglers and their contributions to American bass fishing is impressive.
Elite Series 20th Season
Elite 20th season: Boat wraps
How Elite Series boat and truck wraps evolved as marketing vehicles for the pros.
20 tactics from 20 Elite seasons
Recalling 20 innovative tactics that evolved over 20 seasons of the Bassmaster Elite Series.
Then and now: The original Elite anglers
Original Elites John Crews, Steve Kennedy, Bill Lowen, Mark Menendez and Bernie Schultz are still competing for the 20th Bassmaster Elite Series season.
Elite 20th season: Bassmaster Majors photos
The Bassmaster Majors were akin to the Bassmaster Classic, with indoor weigh-ins and $250,000 paydays to the winner.
Celebrating the 20th
As I get older, time becomes slippery. For example, it’s hard for me to grasp that it’s been 35 years since I graduated high school. I remain a proud alumni...
Elite 20th season: Bassmaster Majors
The Bassmaster Majors no-entry fee derbies paid $250,000 to the winner through a grueling made-for-TV elimination format.
20 innovations from 20 Elite seasons
As the 20th season of the Bassmaster Elite Series takes off in 2025, look back at fishing tackle and other innovations showcased by the Elite pros.
