How-To
Guide To Soft Plastic Tails
The business end of a soft plastic lure is its tail. It's the part of the bait that first attracts the attention of bass and, through its writhing, waving, fluttering, flapping or shaking, entices it to actually eat the lure.
How-To
Jerk deep for smallmouth
There's nothing new about jerking a minnow-style lure. But how is it that jerkbaits have become everyone's "secret weapon" lately?
How-To
Shallow or deep?
Editor's note: This is a supplement to the article Jerk Deep for a Change. Read the full story here.
How-To
Boyd Duckett: Two-bite exception
Editor's note: In the February 2010 issue of B.A.S.S. Times, Boyd Duckett told readers about his two-bite strategy. Read the article here. But Duckett says there is one time when he won't play by his own rules.
Bass Times: The argument for recreational angling
Many of those now making decisions regarding the future of recreational angling in this country have little information upon which to base those decisions. And the fire-drill mentality that requires a national policy for management of our oceans, coastal waters and the Great Lakes within 180 days allows little time for learning.
The blue-green threat
CHARLOTTE, N.C. Golden algae is the killer of fish. Since the first documented die-off in 1985 on the Pecos River in Texas, it has killed millions of fish.
Gear
Fluorocarbon not just for finesse fishing anymore
Fluorocarbon line isn't an option for many anglers anymore.
Seeing spots
When Mike Bucca goes fishing, he sees spots.
St. Croix Bassmaster Opens
Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open — Lake Lewisville — Frank Jordan Jr.’s Big Bass
Lunker: 8 pounds, 7 ounces (largemouth
