Classic freebies

No offense anglers, but despite your well-deserved popularity, you might have some pretty stiff competition from some folks that aren’t even in the tournament — the guys and gals who...

Combs signs with Shimano

Ladson, S.C. – Known for his uncanny ability to entice big bass to engulf his crankbaits, Texas professional bass angler Keith Combs has added Shimano fishing rods to his tournament...

LIVE ready for Classic coverage

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Fifty-two of the world’s best bass anglers will head to Houston next week to compete for more than $1 million in the 2017 GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented...

A year as Classic champ

I want to start by telling you that I’m sorry it’s been so long since my last column. The new Elite season and preparing for the upcoming GEICO Bassmaster Classic...

Fantasy Fishing

Fantasy Fishing: Go with strong flippers at Conroe

In previous years, when it comes to looking at Bassmaster Fantasy Fishing picks for the GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods, the Super Bowl of fishing kicks off...

Clift: Classic dark horse living a dream

If you’re looking for a longshot to win the 2017 GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods, Scott Clift has some advice for you. “If ever there was a...

You need to be at Houston Classic

I’ve never had a tattoo but maybe, just maybe, I could get one on my arm that says…”You need to be there.” Maybe the most important thing that has ever...

Precht’s most memorable Classic

Next week will mark my 40th consecutive GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods. Each has been memorable, but none stands out more vividly than my first — the...

Iaconelli’s raw recollection of Conroe

You could forgive Mike Iaconelli if he felt he had a grudge to settle with Lake Conroe, site of the 2017 Bassmaster Classic. He’s done well there before on multiple...

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