Alternative drop-shot baits
Michael IaconelliThe first time I saw a drop shot was at the Chicago Bassmaster Classic 24 years ago. Besides a few Japanese anglers and West Coast guys, nobody else had ever...
Future home away from home
Lee LivesayFor the past few years, I’ve stayed up north after our final Elite tournament on the St. Lawrence River because I just can’t get enough of that phenomenal smallmouth fishery....
Winning AOY was a huge relief
Chris JohnstonAfter finishing second in 2021 and third in 2022, it felt like the Progressive Bassmaster Angler of the Year award might never come my way. I’d had my shots, but...
Don’t let the old techniques die
Bill LowenForward-facing sonar has become a must on the tournament scene lately, but I want to make sure the traditional techniques don’t get left behind. When it comes to the most exciting fishing techniques, flipping and pitching definitely...
Dealing with demons and a weird season
Greg HackneyWell, I just wrapped up my 20th Bassmaster season. I have to admit, it wasn’t my worst season but it was my hardest, mentally. The good news is I made...
Bait modifications and projects
Mark MenendezNow that the season is behind us, I get to focus on cleaning up my gear, filming my Mark Menendez Bass TV show and playing with tackle. Like many of you, I find playing with...
Bidding farewell to two legends
Keith CombsWith all of the excitement surrounding the last tournament of the year, the race for 2025 Bassmaster Classic berths and the Progressive Bassmaster Angler of the Year title, I don’t...
Postseason planning
Cooper GallantWhen I returned home to Canada after competing in the final Bassmaster Elite Series event of the season on the St. Lawrence River, I took a few days to relax....
Zona of today and yesteryear
Davy HiteIf you follow professional bass fishing, you likely know that Mark Zona is “retiring” from his position as host of Bassmaster LIVE. On one hand I’m happy for him. It’s...
Going for the win
Chris ZaldainMy primary goal this season was to qualify for the 2025 Bassmaster Classic. It’s on Lake Ray Roberts, my home body of water in Texas. After a long, grueling season...
