My hectic offseason
Cooper GallantDecember and January may be the offseason for Bassmaster Elite Series anglers, but these months are the most hectic of the year for me. At the top of my to-do...
What I’ve learned going into my second season
Robert GeeIt’s been nearly a year since the beginning of my rookie Elite season, and I remember I was nervous as all get out. I didn’t know if I would fare...
Line choices for beginners
Keith CombsWhen I started tournament fishing in the early 1990s, we didn’t have many choices when it came to fishing line. We had a couple different brands of monofilament and that...
Working on weaknesses
Cody MeyerI’m fortunate to have open water through the winter months near my home in Idaho where I can launch my bass boat to stay sharp. If you don’t fish for...
Revelations through the ice
Michael IaconelliA solid layer of ice has formed on my home lake, which is something that doesn’t happen very often. I took advantage of it recently and went ice fishing for...
Mentality of success
Beau BrowningBassmaster Elite Series angler Gerald Swindle refers to a positive mental attitude as PMA. It can completely change how you fish. It took me years to tap into PMA. I...
Celebrating the 20th
James HallAs I get older, time becomes slippery. For example, it’s hard for me to grasp that it’s been 35 years since I graduated high school. I remain a proud alumni...
My friend Jim
Bernie SchultzEditor’s note: Longtime B.A.S.S. angler Jim Bitter died of natural causes on Nov. 11, 2024. Bitter fished more than 200 tournaments with B.A.S.S. — including two seasons on the Bassmaster...
My preseason preparation
Luke PalmerThe new year is starting out pretty busy for me, so I’m glad we enjoyed a nice, quiet holiday season. Things are only gonna get busier, so having some time...
Bassmaster Opens keep getting tougher
Davy HiteDon’t be surprised if you find yourself paying closer attention to the Bassmaster Opens this season. The Opens have always been considered a feeder system for the Elites, but they’ve...
