Back to basics: How to pick a spot
Michael IaconelliIt’s time to go fishing. Before we do that, though, we need to make sure we’re in compliance with all the rules and laws. I’m writing this during the pandemic....
One bad day
Bernie SchultzIn fishing, there are good days and bad days. No matter if you’re fishing for fun or for dollars and points, there will be times when it seems nothing goes...
Just enough tourneys
B.A.S.S. StaffI got a phone call just the other day from my cousin Brian Bown as he was driving home from fishing two bass tournaments at Logan Martin Lake in central...
No longer fishing scared
Jacob FoutzI have to admit that my rookie Bassmaster Elite Series season did not start out the way I would have liked, but I’ve been able to turn it around just...
Time well spent with no regrets
Chad MorgenthalerWhat seems like yesterday has now been 19 years. At that time, I was completing my 13th year of service with the City of Carbondale Fire Department. I had risen...
Ray Scott’s influence on me
Gary ClouseThe passing of B.A.S.S. founder Ray Scott has led those of us who love this sport take an introspective look at his influence on each of us. I am no...
Essential compact jigs
Michael IaconelliThe Bassmaster Elite Series tournament on the Delaware River in 2014 is one of the most challenging and rewarding events I’ve ever fished. It was held in Philadelphia, just across...
Ready for the challenge
Scott MartinWith the Whataburger Bassmaster Elite at Pickwick Lake in the rear view mirror, we have what feels like a summer break before we begin the Northern Swing in mid-July. For...
The ultimate satisfaction
Chris ZaldainMy third-place finish at Pickwick Lake is the most gratifying accomplishment in my 10 seasons as a Bassmaster Elite Series pro. I’ve had several other top fives and even managed...
It all came together on Pickwick
Brandon LesterEvery year when an angler sees a schedule, he has tournaments he circles in his mind and says, “I’m looking forward to that one.” The 2022 Whataburger Bassmaster Elite at...
