The first swimbait

In today’s tackle market, anglers have access to all types of swimbaits … hundreds, in fact. Some are molded from plastics; others are crafted from wood; still others combine these...

Fish are fish but …

Fish are fish but that’s where the similarity ends when it comes to largemouth bass and smallmouth bass. In my experience they’re two very different kinds of fish, and it takes two very different approaches to catch them.

Road warriors to compete in Classic Bracket

After the Classic Bracket is over, Nick Barr and Jarred Walker of Eastern Washington University likely will have covered more ground in a tournament season than anyone other than our Elite Series anglers.

Latest Industry News

Never give up!

It’s been a while since 2006 when I last won a B.A.S.S. professional event. I have to say it feels good to be back in the winner’s circle.

KVD is hooked on NASCAR

Bass fishing superstar Kevin VanDam travels 30,000 miles a year; the radio is always on in his truck but rarely does music play. Instead, VanDam is almost constantly tuned to the NASCAR channel.

Ike’s guarantee

Mike Iaconelli is confident enough to know that he has a legitimate shot to win every time out, whether it’s a northern lake, a tidal river, a southern impoundment or a parking lot mud puddle.

How-To

Another look at line

If you’ve been using the same line for years, you should at least look at what else is available. Buy a small spool of something new and go fishing. You might like the change.

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