How-To

Make Your Line Choices

Alton Jones won the 2008 Bassmaster Classic, He used 14-pound fluorocarbon for the job, but if he'd spooled on 17-pound, he probably wouldn't have won.

A Pro’s Approach: Pete Ponds

Located about 12 miles from Del Rio, Texas, along the United States-Mexico border, this Rio Grande and Devils River impoundment covers approximately 64,900 acres at normal pool.

Pete Ponds on Lake Amistad

Ponds had part of it right. He predicted that the high water would have a huge impact on this event by spreading the fish and the fishing. And he also said the spawn would control the event.

The State of the Sport Address

Angler of the Year KVD, was asked to review the state of our sport. That's no small task, and it's one I do not take lightly. In my opinion the state of our sport is mostly positive, but there are a few challenges we need to keep in mind.

Lake Amistad

Batteries Battle on the Border on Lake Amistad saw heavy weights and several heavy-weight bass. The three top finishers caught their bass on swimbaits and plastic stickbaits.

How-To

Buzzbaits In The Shallows

Klein says some fish invariably "go against the book," and when they do, they present open-minded anglers with special opportunities to catch them.

Williamson: His best for last

South Carolina's Jason Williamson Takes First BASS Victory with Magical Final Two Days at Bassmaster Elite Series Season Opener.

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