How-To

A Day on the Lake: Scott Rook

We put the best professional anglers in the nation on a small lake they've never seen before, then give them seven hours to unlock its secrets while we log everything they do to find and catch bass in timeline fashion.

1992 Bassmaster Classic

Robert Hamilton Jr., of Brandon, Miss., caught 59 pounds, 6 ounces, the third-highest Classic creel ever.

Classic Countdown: 17

Well, we have to correct that situation, and this seems like the perfect time and place to do it. The following 17 haiku (plus one to lead into tomorrow's story) tell some of the stories of the Classic.

How-To

Spoonin’ Techniques

Fishermen who simply take the spoon right from the package, tie it on, drop it over the side and begin jigging are not going to achieve the same level of success as anglers who tweak both the lure and the presentation.

How-To

A Pro’s Approach

Josh Guess, second year BASS pro, says to keep an eye on the Florida natives in this Sunshine Showdown.

Lunker Lessons

Greg Vinson caught his biggest fish ever on Day One of the 2009 Southern Open.

How They Did It

The top three finishers explain their techniques at the 2009 Southern Open on the Harris Chain of Lakes.

Classic XX

JAMES RIVER, Va.; Rick Clunn of Montgomery, Texas, claimed his fourth Classic crown on Aug. 25, 1990.

Classic Countdown: 19

At the rate Kevin VanDam is going he should be able to break even the most historic bass fishing records.

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