Bass fishing tips from Bassmaster Elite anglers and other bass fishing experts. Learn about fishing tackle, rods, reels and techniques to help you catch more bass.
Tackle Tip Tuesday: Cory Johnston’s winning baits at St. Johns Elite
In this Tackle Tip Tuesday, Cory Johnston goes over his two main lures for bed fishing at the St. Johns River en route to his first Elite Series victory. Johnston…
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Reehm’s three baits for bream beds
See a three-lure lineup set for targeting bass settled on bream beds in the spring and summer months.
Don’t overlook mats in the springtime
I’m in Florida competing in back-to-back Elite Series tournaments, and I’m seeing a lot of matted grass. I believe more than one Elite pro will finish in the Top 10...
Go Outside: Fishing rocks in the Spring
Join Go Outside angler Josh Butts as he shares insights into spring fishing tactics on Neely Henry Lake for beginners.
Recuperating with Florida’s bass
I’m writing this the day before the Bassmaster Elite Series tournament on Florida’s Harris Chain gets underway. Thankfully, we have Wednesday off after the practice days. I’m still recuperating from...
1-Minute Angler: Shryock’s DIY reel cover hack
You won’t believe this easy DIY hack for protecting reels, lines and baits stored in a rod compartment. Watch Bassmaster Elite Series pro Hunter Shryock demonstrate.
Land of giants: Eyeing the spawn
Depending on what part of the country you are fishing, bass could be in any or every phase of the spawn right now. Elite pros break down each While April may...
1-Minute Angler: Jocumsen’s drop-shot rigging tip
Watch how Bassmaster Elite Series pro Carl Jocumsen rigs a drop shot two different ways: Texas rig and with hook exposed for better hook sets.
Day on the Lake: Trey McKinney
I have seen the future of competitive bass fishing, and his name is Trey McKinney. This lanky kid from southern Illinois fishes with the skill and confidence of the most...
Tackle systems: Search baits
As we enter spring, more and more bass are beginning to move shallow. When that happens, they tend to spread out — some to the backs of pockets, others to protected flats...
Why I love lily pads
I’m not a scientist, but I know many different species of lily pads grow in lakes and rivers from Canada to Florida and from Maine to California. I’ve caught bass...
Hacking springtime cold fronts
Spring is here, and you know what that means: cold fronts. Most bass anglers dread cold fronts. They always seem to line up perfectly with the biggest tournaments on your...
Is scoping a skill?
There’s a lot going around on social media and message bords about the technology that’s being used on our boats. There seems to be a feeling that “forward-facing sonar” or...
1 Minute Angler: Jocumsen’s tool for wacky rigs
The VMC Crossover Tool is your best friend for wacky- and Neko-rigging. Watch Bassmaster Elite Series pro Carl Jocumsen demonstrate.
