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Russ Lane: Flipping in clear water

Russ Lane uses a quiet approach when fishing in clear water, making long pitches that resullt in many bites. He explains how his flipping technique is effective in clear water.

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Fishing riprap in summer

Fishing riprap helps Stephen Browning to get his season back on track. Browning is one of two anglers to weigh in a limit all four competition days as he fished his way to fifth place.

Latest Industry News

Weekend Series Championship

Nation's top weekend anglers take to the water for a chance to fish at the highest level as they compete for a chance to gain entry into the 2011 Bassmaster Classic in New Orleans.

ESPN finalizes sale of B.A.S.S. to investor group

An agreement in principle was announced in August by ESPN and the transaction was completed Monday. "Under the direction of Don Logan, Jerry McKinnis and Jim Copeland, B.A.S.S. will be well positioned to serve anglers' interests for many years to come," said George Bodenheimer, co-chairman, Disney Media Networks and president, ESPN. Inc.

Buying Into B.A.S.S.

Each of the new owners of B.A.S.S. optimistically talks about his new business endeavor and desire to get started.

I think I like Oklahoma

We're fishing Grand Lake o' the Cherokees. The fishing is supposed to be pretty good. I don't know that for sure yet, but I do know that the wildlife around here is extraordinary.

BASS Reporter’s Notebook

Notebook news gives some Bassmaster fishing highlights. Retired, Vermont's first, the youngest Classic qualifier, no. 50, coming up, and the ouch of the ounce, each take a place on its pages.

Trucks, bucks and new things

After a week of hanging out at home, spending a little time in the woods, getting ready for winter and taking the kids trick or treating, I'm back on the road. I flew to Las Vegas Monday for the SEMA Show to work with my vehicle sponsor, Toyota Trucks, who is rolling out a special exhibit there.

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The chill is on!

I'm continually surprised at how aggressive bass are in cold water.I know bass will hit crankbaits and spinnerbaits when the water is in the mid to lower 40s.

Done deal, let’s go to work

Arkansas has a great Sports Hall of Fame that inducts several new sports figures each year. This is a Sports Hall of Fame not an Outdoor Hall of Fame.

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