How-To
Understanding the move
Smallmouth have a very predictable migration pattern on river systems between fall and winter. Here are the intimate details of that movement. Every year in mid- to late fall, jumbo...
New York native wins Bassmaster Toyota Tundra Sweepstakes
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — After entering the contest every day for 43 days, Glenn Van Iderstine of Elma, N.Y., finally won the grand prize in the Bassmaster Toyota Tundra Giveaway Sweepstakes. “I...
Conservation News
Western drought continues to plague fisheries
SAN DIEGO — With 42.8 percent of California suffering extreme to exceptional drought, its bass fisheries are reflecting the water shortage. Low water levels plague Lake Hodges and El Capitan...
The first jerkbait
When Lauri Rapala carved his first lure, it’s certain he had no idea of the impact it would have on the rest of the angling world. He was simply trying...
Crochet climbs to Classic
MORGAN CITY, La. — Bassmaster Elite Series pro Cliff Crochet cashed in on his home-waters advantage Saturday to claim his first B.A.S.S. victory at the Atchafalaya Basin in Louisiana. Sitting...
Gear
Gear Review: One 3 Fate Chrome Cranking Rod
What is it? One 3 Fate Chrome Cranking Rod What sets it apart? One 3, a subsidiary of 13 Fishing has created the Fate Chrome series with technique-specific tapers. The...
Conservation News
Fundraiser for Virginia’s Claytor Lake draws nearly 300 boats
DUBLIN, Va. — A huge turnout at a benefit tournament will help habitat enhancement efforts at Claytor Lake. An impressive 287 boats showed up to compete in the Friends of...
Add ‘lipless’ to fall arsenal
Once fall fishing moves out of the early funky period, bass anglers can enjoy some of the best action of the year. We’re already experiencing some of that in the...
Boom or bust
MORGAN CITY, LA.—Bites were more frequent for Fred Roumbanis Friday as he extended his lead in the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open on the Atchafalaya Basin in Louisiana. After...
Open: Day 2 notes
MORGAN CITY, La. — The last thing on the mind of Alton Jones Jr. was winning the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open on the Atchafalaya Basin. Also meaningless was...
