Bass Basics

Don't know how to fish? This is the place to learn how to catch bass and improve your skills.

Beginner's Tacklebox: Kyle Welcher

Find out what baits Elite pro Kyle Welcher recommends for anglers just getting started bass fishing.

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Next are a pair of 3/4-ounce tandem-willowleaf spinnerbaits. “I like the heavier baits for slow rolling,” he said. “You can also speed it up, and the bait won’t roll over.”

Beginner's Tacklebox: Buddy Gross

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B.A.S.S. sponsors new children’s book to inspire girls to fish

Beginner's Tacklebox: Steve Kennedy

1-Minute Angler: Largemouth vs. spotted

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Finesse techniques for beginners

It started on the bank

Beginner's Tacklebox: Justin Atkins

The fishing friendship of Cox and Carson

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Feider's Ned rig tips for beginners

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Seth Feider answers the question, 'Is a Ned rig good for beginners?'

Great days for smallies

By James Hall

It’s amazing that these North Country fisheries continue to give up trophy smallmouth and heavyweight limits considering the enormous fishing pressure they receive.

Beginner's Tacklebox: Matt Herren

Experienced Elite Matt Herren fills a tacklebox with lures perfect for beginning anglers.

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Gustafson's swimbait tips for beginners

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Swimbaits aren't just for skilled anglers. See how to use this Z-Man bait tip with Jeff Gustafson.

How Latimer makes a Texas rig

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Brian Latimer demonstrates, step-by-step, how a beginner can make a Texas rig.

Beginner's Tacklebox: Destin DeMarion

See Bassmaster Elite Series pro Destin DeMarion put together a varied selection of lures for a beginning bass angler.

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Knot tying tips from Florida's FWC

By Industry News

A knot is the weakest link in that fragile connection between angler and fish: the line.

Beginner's Tacklebox: Tyler Rivet

See the lures that Tyler Rivet recommends to help a beginning bass angler find and catch fish on any given day.

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“With spinning gear, you can get greater distance, and reach different fish than when you use a baitcaster.” Kayla favors the spinning reel for distance and lure control, especially when the wind blows toward her. Carl prefers a baitcaster for its accurac

Jocumsen's shore fishing basics

Elite pro Carl Jocumsen shares his best tips for enjoying quick trips to smaller local lakes.

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Ice fishing, beyond the basics

Tips, tricks and gear that will make this ice fishing season a year to remember on the ice.

Bass Basics: Where can I go fishing?

By Keith Sutton

Thanks to the internet, finding good fishing spots can be easier than ever.

How to build a Carolina Rig

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Bassmaster Opens angler Brian Latimer shows the process for putting together a classic bass fishing combination — the Carolina rig.

Beginner's Tacklebox: Wes Logan

Get a look at the lures that Elite Wes Logan recommends for anglers just getting started in bass fishing.

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Bass Basics: What do I fish for?

By Keith Sutton

Beginning anglers often start out fishing from shore on small freshwater lakes, ponds and streams.

Beginner's Gear: Ego Floating Bait and Shell Net

By Justin Brouillard

What is it? Ego Floating Bait and Shell Net What sets it apart? Although undersized for quality bass or other larger fish, the Ego Bait and Shell Net is the perfect net...

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