The evolution of northern bass waters
Rick ClunnAs the Bassmaster Elites make our northern swing to the St. Lawrence River, I’m reminded of how those waters have evolved over the years and how anglers have adapted. Unlike...
Why I fish balsa
Drew BentonHere’s the simple reason I fish balsa: I believe it makes a superior crankbait when it comes to attracting bass bites, and you can’t catch them if they don’t bite. ...
Hidden gem lakes
B.A.S.S. StaffBack in late May, my dad, Mike Brasher, and I took an early-morning trip to a beautiful 990-acre water works lake in Birmingham, Ala., called Lake Purdy. We started the...
Going boldly with Mercury Marine
Bernie SchultzSince the beginning of my career, Mercury Marine has been my outboard of choice. I couldn’t imagine running anything else. I started with a 150 Black Max. Then, as B.A.S.S....
The war on carp, part 1
Mark MenendezI’m going to tell you right up front that this subject is not as sexy as talking about catching giant bass. At the same time, I will also tell you...
Fish the way you know
Bill LowenWe all like to expand our horizons, get bigger and better. There are times, however, when it’s better to go with what you know. That’s the way I see professional...
Staying sharp
Chris ZaldainOne of the toughest things about a long gap in tournaments like we’ve had this spring and summer is staying sharp. After a second place finish in the Academy Sports...
Shopping used boats
Gary ClouseOne question I often get asked by anglers looking for their first bass boat is, “What should I get in a used bass boat?” It’s a good question and one...
All about the chase
James HallThe traffic in Miami was terrible. That said, traffic in Miami is always terrible. Still, bumper-bumper vehicles is not something you typically deal with when moving from one waypoint to...
It’s time to slide up
Nick RatliffIn my recent blog a few weeks ago, summer was just getting into full swing, bass throughout the southern half of the U.S. were in postspawn, and I told you...
