There’s a learning curve when going north
Gary ClouseAs the Bassmaster Elite Series heads into the Northern Swing, I can’t help but recall my early introductions to northern smallmouth fishing. That happened back in the 1980s when I...
St. Clair is a special place
Davy HiteIf you follow bass fishing, I don’t have to tell you what a special place Lake St. Clair is. It’s one of the best – if not the best –...
The General changed my career
John CoxI try and look back and think about the moment when my fishing went to another level. I have contemplated, “What made the difference that helped me be able to hang...
Switch hitting
Michael IaconelliI’m always blown away by all the innovative baits introduced at ICAST every year. The 2023 show was no different. One bait I’m especially excited about is a lure I...
Heading north
Bobby LaneWhen ICAST came to Orlando in July, I started daydreaming about going up north after the show to fish the Bassmaster Open Elite Qualifier on New York’s St. Lawrence River....
Beware the first-timers
B.A.S.S. StaffThink about all of the veteran anglers on the Bassmaster Elite Series. There’s Brandon Palaniuk, Greg Hackney, Seth Feider, Keith Combs, Chris Zaldain, Steve Kennedy, Mike Iaconelli, Gerald Swindle, Jason...
Relaxing during my rookie season
David GastonLooking back to the beginning of the year, I can see that I’ve become much more relaxed in my rookie Elite season. The first two tournaments were pretty hyped up,...
My season so far
John GarrettThe 2023 Bassmaster Opens tournament season is at the midway point with five tournaments completed and four tournaments remaining. Results this year have been exceptional for me as I have...
My 2023 ICAST picks
Bernie SchultzEach year at this time, the American Sportfishing Association hosts the largest trade show in the industry. It’s called ICAST, which is an acronym for International Convention of Allied Sportfishing...
Everything happens for a reason
Bill LowenAs long as I’ve been competing in tournaments, I’ve seen a lot of ups and downs. I’ve cashed a lot of checks, fallen on my face and won tournaments. I’ve...
