Bass Basics

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

The fishing friendship of Cox and Carson

Keith Carson and John Cox reminisce on their lifetime of friendship founded on a mutual love for bass fishing.

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Feider's Ned rig tips for beginners

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Great days for smallies

Beginner's Tacklebox: Matt Herren

Gustafson's swimbait tips for beginners

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It started on the bank

How Latimer makes a Texas rig

Beginner's Tacklebox: Destin DeMarion

Knot tying tips from Florida's FWC

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...

Frazier's top farm pond baits

See the lures that Bassmaster Elite Series pro Micah Frazier uses when pond fishing on his family's Georgia farm.

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Beginner's Gear: Berkley Trilene XL

By Justin Brouillard

What is it? Berkley Trilene XLWhat sets it apart? Berkley Trilene has been the go-to fishing line for both beginner and avid anglers for years, and the XL Series is now both stronger and...

Beginner's Gear: Plano Take Me Fishing Tackle Box Kit

By Justin Brouillard

What sets it apart? The Take Me Fishing Tackle Box Kit is the perfect outfit for the young angler as it includes the basics for getting started fishing while allowing the space to add more...