Finding winter bass, part 1
Greg HackneyIt’s often said that in most cases catching them isn’t as tough as finding them. That statement has never been truer than in the winter. They’ll bite for sure if...
Putting the puzzle together
Aaron MartensIt’s raining outside today. It’s raining outside, and all I want to do is go fishing. Fishing in the fall rain won’t phase any real bass-head, and it doesn’t phase...
Go the extra mile
Ish MonroeUsually in this column I talk about catching giants. That’s what I love to do, and it’s what some of you love to do. But this time we’re going to...
Thinking about next year
John CrewsEvery year, after the Elite Series tournaments are finished I take some time to review my season. I want to know where I went wrong and where I went right....
Boat stuff for Christmas wish lists
Kevin VanDamI just finished up a photo shoot with TH Marine, and it brought to mind some cool products that bass anglers may want to put on their Christmas lists. Here...
There came a kidney
Don Barone“Love begins by taking care of the closest ones – the ones at home.”~Mother Teresa Dateline: Update to the Bob Simon Kidney Story In your life you will see many...
Electronics: ‘X’ marks the spot
Bernie SchultzGetting the most from your electronics can be challenging … even for a touring pro. With all of their built-in functions and display options, it’s easy to get confused. Just...
Are there always bass shallow?
Bill LowenYou bet there are, so long as you keep a working definition of shallow in mind. Let’s start at the beginning. I have a hard time believing that a bass...
Always have a backup plan
Josh BertrandNo matter what size tournament you’re fishing – whether it’s a $100,000 event on the Bassmaster Elite Series or a fun, little weekend tournament on your hometown lake – you’ve...
Organize your boat this winter
Greg HackneyNo matter where you live there’s going to be a week or two of bad weather this winter. That’s a perfect time to clean out your boat and repack it....