The ability to adapt
With the St. Lawrence River kicking off the Elite Series’ 2022 Northern Swing, it’s given me an opportunity to consider a key element of a professional fisherman’s career — adaptation....
My boat checklist for big water
The final events for the 2022 Bassmaster Elite Series season are at hand. That means we’re heading north, smallmouth are in play and we’ll be fishing on inland seas. This...
Introducing the Inu
Let’s just say this “dog” will hunt. It’s called the Inu rig and, from all accounts, this semi S-shaped configuration with a central connection and killer motion appears destined to...
Back to basics: How to pick a spot
It’s time to go fishing. Before we do that, though, we need to make sure we’re in compliance with all the rules and laws. I’m writing this during the pandemic....
Hopelessly devoted to summertime flippin’
Now, as much as we’d enjoy indulging in another parodic verse inspired by the original high school musical (this one, Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsson’s alma mater, Rydell High), we...
Shallow minded with forward-facing sonar
Calling someone “shallow-minded” is usually an insult, but for Bassmaster Elite Series pro Darold Gleason, the term holds admirable meaning. Specifically, he’s one of a growing number of anglers applying...
Essential compact jigs
The Bassmaster Elite Series tournament on the Delaware River in 2014 is one of the most challenging and rewarding events I’ve ever fished. It was held in Philadelphia, just across...
Land of Giants: Hunting the brutes of June
Transitioning through the year’s midpoint, bass are settling into their summer patterns. Five Bassmaster Elite Series anglers shared their insights into how they track down and engage June giants. David...
