ONE-TWO TOP WATER PUNCH: GIANT DOG-X and DOG-X DIAMANTE
June 3, 2025
By late spring, as the final echoes of the spawn fade into the warmth of early summer, bass begin to look up. It’s topwater season—arguably
NEW DARK SLEEPER COLORS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO CATCH MORE BASS
June 3, 2025
Among the wide variety of swimbaits and jigs available to bass anglers, the DARK SLEEPER has quietly established itself as one of the most effective
Megabass Travel Rods – Versatility for Your Next Adventure
May 19, 2025
Many US manufacturers seem to ignore travel rods, or treat them as an afterthought, but Megabass has seemingly embraced the concept. Why is it important
Mastering the Tides: the South Pacific Topwater Bite
May 16, 2025
Fiji – A name that conjures visions of palm-lined shores and crystalline blue water—and for anglers, one of the most dynamic, challenging, and ultimately rewarding
Elevate Your Trout Fishing Experience with Megabass Great Hunting
May 2, 2025
In the hushed flow of a mountain stream, where the gentle gurgle of current meandering around the rocks replaces the thrum of civilization, Masakazu Fukuyama
Fishing Bluegill Swimbaits During the Bass Spawn
April 21, 2025
April and May are widely regarded as two of the best months of the year for bass fishing. Across much of the country, these spring
Mastering Spring Bass Fishing with the SV-3 Spinnerbait
April 10, 2025
The pre-spawn period marks a pivotal time for bass fishing as bass prepare to move shallow in anticipation of the spawning season. During this transitional
Against the Grain – Palaniuk’s Big Bait Theory
March 27, 2025
The hallmarks of Brandon Palaniuk’s tournament fishing career have been an ability to out fish others in difficult conditions and a willingness to consider presentations
Megabass Founder, Yuki Ito, Wins 2025 IF Design Award
March 14, 2025
The EVOLUZION series has been awarded the iF Design Award 2025 by the iF International Forum Design, the world’s longest-running design organization based in Hanover,
Megabass Unveils the All-New MAGDRAFT 5IN: A Swimbait Redefined
February 14, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Megabass Unveils the All-New MAGDRAFT 5IN: A Swimbait Redefined Pittsburgh, PA – February 14, 2024 – Megabass of America is proud to
Fishing the MAGDRAFT 5IN with Kenta Kimura
February 14, 2025
The MAGDRAFT was a category-defining introduction to the swimbait world, a tournament-ready tool that brought legions of new admirers to the game. Elite Series pro
A Tournament Angler’s Bait Finesse (BFS) Journey
February 6, 2025
How did a hardcore tournament bass angler end up with an ultra-lightweight baitcasting rod, 4lb test and a 4g lure? In retrospect, it’s not hard
Blade Bait Fishing with the DYNA RESPONSE
January 22, 2025
Winter bass fishing can offer some of the most rewarding opportunities of the year when anglers understand the seasonal behaviors of bass. As water temperatures
MAGDRAFT FREESTYLE – Advanced Rigging
January 6, 2025
The effectiveness of the MAGDRAFT series of swimbaits is undeniable, with numerous top tournament finishes and countless other success stories. The MAGDRAFT FREESTYLE is an
Megabass and Alec Morrison Ink Title Deal
January 2, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Megabass of America, the North American arm of Japan’s premier manufacturer of high-end fishing tackle, announced the signing of Tackle Warehouse Invitationals
Lucky Bag Giveaway
January 2, 2025
AN ANNUAL TRADITION CELEBRATING THE ZODIAC CALENDAR, WE ARE EXCITED TO PRESENT THE 2025 LUCKY BAG. FEATURING COLLECTOR’S EDITION COLORWAYS INSPIRED BY THE YEAR OF
Brandon Palaniuk-Full CircLe
December 19, 2024
Brandon Palaniuk received the nickname “The Prodigy” relatively early in his career. It fit his youth, his meteoric rise, and his Roy Hobbs like ascendance
Destroyer P5 FMJ vs BMG
December 6, 2024
The DESTROYER P5 FMJ and BMG are designed to elevate angling experiences across various techniques in bottom contact fishing. Understanding their aptitudes and prowess will
Fishing Finesse Crankbaits for Fall Bass
November 22, 2024
Fall brings an exciting shift in bass fishing. As temperatures cool, leaves change, and days shorten, a transition period emerges that often delivers some of
DESTROYER P5 TOP PICKS – A GUIDE’S PERSPECTIVE
November 8, 2024
Ontario smallmouth guru Nick Cousvis is picky about his bass tackle, and while he knows there are a wide range of premium rods with top-shelf
PALANIUK’s JERKBAIT COLOR SYSTEM REVEALED
September 29, 2024
Two-time Elite Series Angler of the Year Brandon Palaniuk has always had theories about jerkbait fishing and color selection, but now that he’s added forward
Fishing the Fall Transition with Squarebill Crankbaits
September 17, 2024
The late summer and early fall period presents a unique challenge for bass anglers. During this time, bass become more scattered and less aggressive due
Megabass America Appoints Patterson Leeth as New Director of Marketing
September 12, 2024
For Immediate Release Megabass of America, the North American arm of Japan’s premier manufacturer of high-end fishing tackle, is pleased to announce the appointment of
Fishing Bluegill and Goby Swimbaits for Summer Bass
July 29, 2024
Bass fishing during the heat of summer can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding times of the year. Due to high water temperatures
Swimbaits for Summer Bass Fishing
July 5, 2024
Historically, summer fishing has been limited to tried-and-true traditional techniques to tempt bass from their deep, cool haunts, but the introduction of swimbaits like the
Topwater Bass Fishing In June?
June 18, 2024
Few techniques match the excitement of topwater fishing in the summer. However, while many lures will catch fish, choosing smaller topwater lures for early summer
Glide Bait Fishing For Early Summer Bass
June 5, 2024
Undoubtedly, one of the most discussed aspects of glide bait fishing is the tendency of bass to follow the lure without striking. Though frustrating to
Unlock the Sneaky Effectiveness of Finesse Crankbait Fishing
April 23, 2024
Throughout the most challenging fisheries and tournament conditions, anglers who unlock the sneaky effectiveness of finesse crankbait fishing consistently see outsized results. Among these crankbaits,
“Floating” Crankbaits for Key Bites
April 16, 2024
Palaniuk’s Cranking System Heading into his thirteenth Bassmaster Classic, and third on Oklahoma’s Grand Lake, Brandon Palaniuk expected to deploy a unique shallow-water cranking technique
Advanced Jerkbait Tips For Winning Bites
March 28, 2024
Chasing bass on places like Lake Ontario where there may be up to 50 feet of visibility, there were occasions when Ontario pro and guide
DARK SLEEPER Modifications and Catching a Personal Best
March 21, 2024
Many bass anglers set lofty goals, but few of them set them as high or put as much concentrated effort into reaching them as Cobi
Three Tips for Magdraft Swimbait Success
March 18, 2024
The Megabass MAGDRAFT swimbait, revered in tournament and trophy bass fishing circles alike, is designed to deliver an unrivaled head-shaking, tail-thumping action right out of
Palaniuk’s Will to Win
March 14, 2024
Leading into his 13th Bassmaster Classic, Brandon Palaniuk has fished more than 150 professional tournaments with B.A.S.S., and he has won exactly six times. In
Megabass Wins 2024 IF Design Award
March 13, 2024
YUKI ITO, Founder of Megabass, worldwide angling personality and renowned product designer, adds to his repertoire with a 2024 iF DESIGN AWARD for the brand
F5ST-65XS – The Ultimate Medium Heavy Spinning Rod
March 8, 2024
The F5ST-65XS Kirisame Kameyama Special is a precision-engineered medium heavy spinning rod built for finesse applications in heavy cover and deep structure fishing. Designed with
Late Winter Jerkbait Fishing: A Tactical Guide
February 7, 2024
Bass fishing’s intrigue is amplified by the mercurial nature of its quarry, particularly noticeable in the winter months. February marks a nuanced shift in bass