My tribute to Clyde Watts
Mark MenendezI lost a friend and mentor recently. It’s a loss that leaves a hole in me that won’t — can’t — be filled. Clyde Watts was that important in my...
Keep on fishing for 2022
Keith CombsI know that a lot of my Bassmaster Elite Series peers take a step back after the season concludes. That’s understandable, because at times it can be a tiring and...
Rocket science and bass fishing
Don Barone“My love of mathematics stems from my father, a Civil Engineer, as well as my passion for the outdoors, especially fishing. There is a logical flow to this universe and...
The Power-Pole difference
Cory JohnstonToday it may seem like Power-Pole shallow water anchors are just about standard equipment on new bass boats. It’s gotten to the point that when you see a relatively recent...
Plans for the offseason
Ed LoughranWith the 2021 Elite season behind me, my year has shifted to focusing more on my typical law work and attending to a tremendous amount of home improvement projects. Even...
Winning was a surprise
Cody HoyleThe Basspro.com Bassmaster Southern Open on Lake Norman last week was my first B.A.S.S. win. Actually, it was my first B.A.S.S. tournament, but that’s a little misleading. At age 28...
Feeding power to today’s electronics
Gary ClouseYou’ve probably noticed the bank of electronics that anglers are putting on their boats. And not just Bassmaster Elite Series anglers either. Here at Phoenix Boats, we see all skill...
Time to get serious
Scott MartinWhat a relief! With my fellow Bassmaster Elite Series angler Cory Johnston winning the Basspro.com Bassmaster Northern Open on the St. Lawrence River recently, I’m now qualified for the 2022...
Keeping the drive alive
Rick ClunnI had to chuckle while watching TV the other day. The pundits were making a big deal over the fact that last year’s Super Bowl MVP, Tom Brady, at age...
Food for fishing
John CrewsEver since college, I’ve been into working out in the gym. For some reason, I just loved it. And when I was a kid, I loved fishing — still do....
