Huntin’ with Hall of Famers
Greg HackneyOne of the many things I like to do during the offseason is hang with friends, and when hunting is involved, it doesn’t get much better. I recently spent a...
The textbook fall to winter transition
Beau BrowningI’m writing this column in Florida the Wednesday before the final Bassmaster Elite Qualifier of the season takes off on Lake Okeechobee. My dad, Stephen, and I have competed in...
Great experience at the Redfish Cup
Easton FothergillI had an incredible opportunity to do something unique last week when I competed in the Yamaha Bassmaster Redfish Cup Championship presented by Skeeter at Port Aransas. This was my...
5 must-have ‘window baits’
Drew CookA couple of years ago, I wrote a column for Bassmaster.com about culling a bunch of bulky, redundant tackle from my pro touring arsenal. My goal was to significantly reduce...
The 14th Bassmaster Classic
John CrewsI’m in! In for my 14th Bassmaster Classic that is – and I couldn’t be happier. I just finished my 20th season on the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series, and I was fishing...
Water over the dam at Wheeler and on to Okeechobee
Mark MenendezI had one good day at Wheeler Lake, and a day that I had to scramble. I was looking forward to the Nitro Bassmaster Elite Qualifier on Wheeler Lake because...
Decisions, decisions, part 2
Bernie SchultzIn the previous installment, I spoke on the importance of good decision-making as it relates to pre-tournament preparation, official practice and actual competition. How compromising any of these reduces your chances...
Focusing on the positives
Joey Cifuentes IIIAt the end of the 2025 Bassmaster Elite Series season, I was two spots away from not requalifying. Of course, I’m thankful I made it back for 2026, but I...
The beginner’s guide to jigs
Keith CombsWhen you first start bass fishing, people will probably tell you that a jig is a good way to catch big fish. What they probably won’t tell you is which...
Nothing beats fall topwater
Luke PalmerWe tend to think of fall as the time when bass are actively feeding up for winter. That’s definitely the case, but where I live in southern Oklahoma, it all...
