10 days to the title
James HallI’m a sucker for a long shot. That’s likely why I’m not a gambler, as underdogs hardly ever win, and my money typically slides that direction for the hope of it all. Is there a...
Looking back at the Pasquotank River
Lee LivesayI was pretty tired after fishing the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series tournament at the Pasquotank River, but it wasn’t just the long days and all the running. I’m tired of...
Don’t overlook your pumps!
Gary ClouseMost anglers understand the importance of bass boat and outboard maintenance. They take care of their investments to ensure trouble-free days on the water. One aspect of that maintenance, and a...
A record-setting smallmouth experience
Davy HiteSometimes it’s good to rediscover your bass fishing roots and do it where the fish are abundant and eager to bite. I did that last month, and man, what a...
Family life on the Elite Series
Brandon PalaniukEven before I met my wife, Tiffanie, I knew that I wanted to have a family. I also wanted to spend as much time with them as possible. You might...
Be like Louie
Curtis NiedermierI’m normally not one to pick on my elders, so I hope you don’t interpret what I’m about to write as me picking on Bassmaster Magazine Senior Writer Louie Stout,...
It’s time to make some noise
John CrewsIt’s summertime, and that always makes me think about one of my favorite ways to catch bass — throwing a buzzbait. Truthfully, I like throwing a buzzbait anytime the water...
Staying positive when you’re struggling
Bill LowenThe 2026 season has been one of those years. I came off one of my best seasons in 2025. I won at the St. Johns River, cashed checks in seven...
Filling a void at Kentucky Lake
Clint KnightWinning the 2026 Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Kentucky Lake/Lake Barkley presented by Battery Tender tournament is special, but it also provided a little redemption. In 2024, I won the Bassmaster...
Tough practice on Pasquotank River
Evan KungMy practice for the Pasquotank River Elite was pretty tough. I was getting more bites than I did last year, but it was mostly smaller fish. It was hard to...
