No pain, no gain
The life of a professional fisherman isn’t all rainbows and kitty cats. Here are the worst parts of the job, and why they are so important. What’s there to not...
Daily Limit: Palaniuk offers insight on AOY race
Since Brandon Palaniuk doesn’t look at the Progressive Bassmaster Angler of the Year standings, it might seem counterintuitive to ask him who he thinks has the best shot to win...
The Day 2 bump
I’ve looked at my results over the past two events and realized I have a pattern that has been a part of my career. Let’s call it the Day 2...
Summertime fishing in the South
Summer can be a challenging time of year in the South, but you can definitely catch fish, if you get the timing right. Between guiding and my sponsor/media work, I...
Daily Limit: Welcher all in to cash in on AOY
Kyle Welcher’s biggest jackpot in bass fishing came in his biggest disappointment, but he’s hoping to take the big pot this time. By 5 ounces, the 30-year-old from Opelika, Ala.,...
Arey’s dream rig gets some sidewalk chalk
Emily Arey, wife of Team Toyota’s Matt Arey, is the executive director for the Hospice Foundation of Cleveland County, N.C., near their home in Shelby, but there’s a strong chance...
Counting to five
The best tournament anglers in the world make mistakes during every event they fish. In 220 tournaments over two decades, veteran Virginia pro John Crews admits he’s made plenty. So...
Heavy spinnerbaits for offshore fishing
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Drew Cook is one of the best sight fishermen on tour. If you want proof, you need look no further than the 105 pounds and 5...
Enjoying time at home
Our summer break gives us nearly two months between Bassmaster Elite Series events, so I’m enjoying my time at home. It’s always nice to be close to family, but this...
Froggin’ without grass
We are well into summer and, in most parts of the country, the water temperature has climbed above 75 degrees. That tells me it’s froggin’ season. Most people reserve weedless...
