Mother’s Front Porch

Mark Burgess qualified to fish the Bassmaster Classic, where he came in 24th fishing against the best in the world. But long before that, he fished with Mom.

Happy New Ears

I'm going to become a child. That's my New Year's Resolution. In fact, if I manage to make it through this decade, that's my New Decade's Resolution.

Where’s the current?

If the traffic wasn't bad enough the lack of current was worse for the Pros at the Southern Challenge.

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The first fall cold front

The dreaded cold front nothing can take the shine off hopes for the next day's fishing like hearing the weatherman utter those words on the nightly news.

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James Niggemeyer: When to yo-yo a lipless crankbait

Elite Series pro James Niggemeyer believes it's important to recognize the superior ability of the lipless crankbait to be ready for the best bites. In this article, read his tips for success with the technique.

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James Niggemeyer: Carrying spares

In this article, read how Elite Series pro James Niggemeyer, rather than to be caught short, prepares a back-up for almost everything you can imagine.

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John Murray: The bubba shot

The 'bubba shot was refined on the California Delta when bass stopped reacting to traditional Texas-rigged baits, explains Elite Series pro John Murray. Read on as Murray details numerous applications for this technique.

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Jeff Kriet: The right kind of shake

The shaky head has brought Elite Series pro Jeff Kriet success in numerous tournaments. In this article, you can read about his criteria when searching for the perfect shaky head.

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Jeff Kriet: Line maintenance

Angler Jeff Kriet, fanatical about maintaining his lines, reties after just about every fish. Read his tips for the variety of ways he keeps his line ready for the catch.

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Jeff Kriet: Dissecting a dock pattern

Elite Series pro Jeff Kriet who lives close to the shores of Lake Texoma has expert at dock fishing. He shares his acquired knowledge of years of pinpointing productive dock patterns on southeast Oklahoma fisheries.