Open: Matsushita takes Day 1
JASPER, Texas — Sticking with a mobile strategy allowed Masayuki Matsushita to sack up a massive limit of 27 pounds, 10 ounces to lead Thursday’s opening round of the Basspro.com...
Fishing with Rick Clunn
One of the greatest advancements in the sport of Bassmaster history was the elimination of the “draw” format used in the Bassmaster Invitationals around 20 years ago. When I started...
Jones pulls Garrett out of a bind
Camaraderie runs deep in tournament bass fishing and much of that endearing sentiment is rooted in sportsmanship, grace and a willingness to help fellow competitors. In an odd juxtaposition, fate...
Generosity gets Robertson back in action
Practice typically sets the tone for the ensuing tournament, as it’s all about what you find — and don’t find. But Matt Robertson’s not letting what could have been a...
Rayburn predictions
JASPER, Texas — B.A.S.S. has visited Sam Rayburn Lake for a total of 34 events, dating back to 1969. Only two of those tournaments were held during the current dates...
Central Open blog
Catch the latest updates from the water at the 2020 Basspro.com Bassmaster Central Open at Sam Rayburn!
Bass Life
Enjoy the fish you catch, no matter the species
by Shawn Good, Vermont Fish and Wildlife Some anglers peg themselves into a specific fishing box. A bass angler. A trout angler. A fly angler. A big-water troller. I understand...
Feels good to be back in tournament mode
I have to say, it feels good to be back in tournament mode. It’s been three months since my last tournament — the Basspro.com Bassmaster Central Open on the Arkansas...
Dog days of summer waiting for Opens anglers on Rayburn
JASPER, Texas — It won’t be an easy time on historic Sam Rayburn Reservoir, but anglers competing in the Basspro.com Bassmaster Central Open on this East Texas powerhouse will not lack for...
Gear
Boaters benefit from remote connectivity solution
OLATHE, Kan. – Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd., the world’s leading marine electronics manufacturer, today announced its new OnDeck System, a remote monitoring and management solution that...
