Staying positive about the FFS rule changes
Kyle PatrickWhen Bassmaster announced the move to a 50/50 forward-facing sonar (FFS) schedule, I will be honest: at first I was not thrilled. Like many anglers, I have built my career...
One of my favorite times of the year
Luke PalmerWe’re not too far from one of my favorite times of the year, but we’re not there yet. I’m talking about fall in Oklahoma, and my gut tells me it...
FFS and the 2026 Elite Series schedule
Beau BrowningIn this day and age of professional bass fishing, the overwhelming topic is how forward-facing sonar (FFS) has transformed our sport. Many fans rail against FFS on social media, while...
You’ve got to stay hungry
Stephen BrowningThe Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series is just about done with its 20th year of competition, and those two decades have gone by in a flash. I can still vividly picture...
B.A.S.S. meets us in the middle
Chris ZaldainI’m thankful that B.A.S.S. divided the 2026 Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series schedule into five events that allow forward-facing sonar (FFS) and four that do not. They never could have pleased...
Preparing for the future
Mark MenendezI've decided I want to share this journey with you. The fans are the reason any of us have this career, and who better to follow along when somebody is trying to make this work than you guys?
I finally caught one
Laker HowellIt has taken several weeks for my win at the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Leech Lake presented by SEVIIN to sink in. Up to this point, I had never...
Love those tubes for smallmouth
Greg HackneyIt’s such a simple lure; you tie one knot and start casting.
Ready for the EQs and offseason
Robert GeeNow that the Bassmaster Elite Series season is over, I’ve turned my attention to a diverse offseason schedule. It’s been a busy year, so I definitely need some relaxation, but...
Reflecting on my second season
Wesley GoreWith my second Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series season behind me, I’ve had some time to look back and think about how things went. Obviously, I only have two years of...
