Two legendary lakes
The Bassmaster Elite Series season typically begins in Florida, leading to some memorable tournaments. This year, we’re taking a different path. Our initial stops are Toledo Bend Reservoir and Lake...
Surviving as a professional angler in the modern era
When I dedicated myself to full-time professional fishing 12 years ago, the pro fishing landscape was much different. Back then, winning events in the top national tours still carried a...
Surman surges into Day 1 lead at Ouachita
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. — While Day 1 of the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Lake Ouachita presented by SEVIIN was mostly tough for Mike Surman, one stop produced a limit of largemouth weighing...
EQ quotes and notes on Day 1 from Lake Ouachita
See the notes and quotes LIVE from Day 1 at the St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Lake Ouachita presented by SEVIIN Reels. Revisit this article throughout weigh-in for updates at the weigh-in!
Gear Review: Northland Tackle Smeltinator
WHAT IS IT? Northland Fishing Smeltinator Jig WHAT SETS IT APART? Designed by Canadian Bryan Gustafson, the Smeltinator gained notoriety in the U.S. after fellow countryman Jeff Gustafson won a...
B.A.S.S. announces Fort Worth, Texas, as site for 2025 Bassmaster Classic
FORT WORTH, Texas — The Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic, will return to Fort Worth for fishing’s biggest event of the year. Dubbed the Super Bowl of Bass Fishing, this tournament is estimated...
Inconsistent practice for Browning, EQ field at Ouachita
The only thing that is consistent in Arkansas this time of year is inconsistency. Hot Springs native Beau Browning has experienced that his entire life fishing Lake Ouachita and practice...
Weights could amaze during Bassmaster Elite Series opener at Toledo Bend Reservoir
MANY, La. — The Bassmaster Elite Series will make its much-anticipated return to historic Toledo Bend Reservoir at the perfect time of the year to catch giant bass and record-setting...
Daily Limit: Martin hopes to roll after Open beatdown
Going ninja mode, Scott Martin threw down some exclamation points, reminding everyone of his pedigree. In the season-opening St. Croix Bassmaster Open at Lake Okeechobee presented by SEVIIN, the 48-year-old...
Fine-tuning for the Bassmaster Elite kickoff
We’re getting really close to the start of a new Bassmaster Elite Series season, and right now my mind is in a running race. I’m trying to get all my...
