New technique for the drop-shot rig
For years, finesse-type tactics and techniques were viewed with a certain degree of suspicion by anglers unaccustomed to light line and small baits. But as the "Western Finesse Wave" has swept the nation, so too has the willingness of power fishermen to adapt their methods to the other side of the ledger.
Lobbying 101: Tips for conservation leaders
Vern Wagner is Minnesota's conservation director and a gifted lobbyist and communicator. With state legislative sessions beginning this month across the nation, BASS Times asked Wagner to write the following article to help conservation leaders and Federation members lobby on behalf of their respective causes.)
Tournament Lessons
Scott Rook unexpectedly found himself in deep water and ended up catching his limit in only 30 minutes.
Buzzin’ the grass
Florida is known for its big bass, and there are a number of techniques that consistently produce fish over 8 pounds. Live bait is one. Sight fishing for spawning bass with soft plastics is another, and both can be deadly.
Tournament Lessons
2002 Bassmaster Open winner Woo Daves says just switch tactics if the bass stop biting in your spot, don't leave.
Fish structure correctly
Joe Thomas gives us tips on locating structure and how to fish it properly.
Advanced bass fishing
Kevin Wirth gives us tips on finding a strike zone, and how to adjust when the zone changes.
Fast baits
Nobody likes to fish slow, here are some tips from the pros on how to speed fish with fast baits for slow fish.
Top 5 tactics for clear water smallmouth
Tips from Kevin VanDam and other pros for fishing in clear water for smallmouth.
