Excited for 2021
Micah FrazierThe 2021 Bassmaster Elite Series is almost here, and I’m as excited about it as I’ve ever been. My brother, Marc, will be joining us this year. I can honestly...
Great opportunities ahead
Scott MartinI’m beginning 2021 probably the most excited I’ve ever been. Entering my first year as a Bassmaster Elite Series angler, I’m looking forward to a lot of great opportunities ahead...
Simplifying reel selection
Keith CombsWhen I first started tournament fishing, I had two different baitcasting reels. They were both relatively inexpensive, but when matched with the right rods they still covered a lot of...
A breath of fresh air
Bryan BrasherI’m not even gonna sugarcoat it. The first time I saw Matthew Robertson, I was not impressed. This long-haired kid, who had qualified for the 2019 Bassmaster Classic through the...
Big bass beneath matted grass
Bernie SchultzWhen grass mats at the surface, it can create opportunities to catch the biggest bass on any given body of water. Although it’s sometimes difficult to penetrate, the rewards can...
COVID-19, a back injury and a yes
Mark MenendezThe year 2020 was one we’ll remember all of our lives, and for good reason. And yet, for its troubles it wasn’t all bad. The virus turned our society and...
So close yet so far
Randy BlaukatAfter fishing the Bassmaster tournament trail for more than 20 years, and the FLW Tour for more than 20 years, I have seen almost every level of competition possible in...
Take a hike, 2020
Bryan BrasherWhat will you be doing when the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve? Will you simply lift a glass of champagne before smooching your significant other as always? Will...
db’s Christmas wishes
Don Barone“I wish you a hopeful Christmas…” Dateline: My home “Christmas is not an external event at all, but a piece of one’s home that one carries in one’s heart”— Freya...
Prepping for the next season
Gary ClouseThe casual fan probably doesn’t realize how busy Bassmaster Elite Seris anglers are during the offseason to get ready for next year. Although some of what we do may not...
