Trust those fishy feelings
There wasn't a fish over 3 pounds, but rest assured the return to this lake to catch 'em made me feel good inside. Once again, it taught me the importance of trusting my intuition.
‘Racing FishTales’ run relay
Being the spouse of a Bassmaster Elite Series pro takes special dedication and a special kind of person. On November 19 and 20, nine Elite Series wives plus three family members and friends showed their makeup when they ran in the Ragnar Race Series' 201 mile relay race from Port Richey to Daytona Beach, Fla.
Dave Mercer Elite emcee
There will be a new mouthpiece of the Bassmaster Elite Series, B.A.S.S. announced today. Starting with the upcoming Bassmaster Classic in New Orleans (Feb. 18-20), popular television personality Dave Mercer will control the microphone as contenders weigh fish for the world championship title. Mercer also will emcee all Elite Series events for 2011.
Gear
2010 anglers’ gift guide
'Tis that season again. Time to rack your brain in an attempt to remember if someone has left hints as to what they'd like to receive this holiday season.
New Colorado smallmouth record
Eleven-year-old Conner Peitsmeyer made the most of his new rod and reel while fishing with his father on a cold morning in November at Aurora Reservoir.
Battle on the Bayou
Bassmaster.com takes a closer look at the 2011 Bassmaster Elite Series schedule. Battle on the Bayou: Toledo Bend Reservoir
Learn to cast
I'm not saying I'm the best caster around — far from it. I am saying that casting accuracy is a skill that's more important than many anglers realize.
How-To
Power Fishing with Kevin VanDam
Master Series on Power Fishing with Kevin VanDam (Lesson 13: Power fishing during winter)
BASS Reporter’s Notebook
Deb Johnson Blogs about Elite Series rookies, Wellman, and the Central Opens
20 Questions with Clark Reehm
Clark Reehm has been fishing B.A.S.S. events on the pro side since 2002, and is one of the youngest on the Elite circuit at age 30. He's begun to make a name for himself with his second Bassmaster Classic berth, and is looking to be around for a while. Here's how he answered our 20 Questions:
