Fine Art Finish
March 4, 2022
Made by a Meister Fine Art Finish lures are painted on the third floor of the company’s main factory in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. While printing
the Versatility of the Dark Sleeper Swimbait
January 5, 2022
Hop in the boat as Chris Zaldain dives in-depth on the versatility and effectiveness of the Dark Sleeper swimbait.
Vision Oneten FX Jerkbait Tactics
January 5, 2022
Tune in as Megabass Pro, Chris Zaldain breaks down his Vision Oneten FX jerkbait tactics for highly pressured clear water smallmouth.
Elevate Your Popper Game
January 5, 2022
Tune in with Elite series pro Chris Zaldain as he explains how poppers can be some of the most versatile weapons in your topwater arsenal
Topwater Fishing with the DOG-X DIAMANTE
October 5, 2021
When most anglers think of walking baits, they picture calm mornings or glassy water. The truth is, those conditions don’t always line up with your
Neko Rigging for Pressured Bass
October 5, 2021
When faced with tricky conditions like calm, sunny skies and curious bass in clear water, the Neko rig truly shines as your go-to tool for
Dynamic Frog Fishing with the Big Gabot
September 13, 2021
Few things in bass fishing deliver the same rush as a frog blowup. The explosion on the surface, the hesitation before you drive the hooks,
Targeting Big Swimbait Bass in 3 Different Areas Using The Magdraft
May 28, 2021
Fishing swimbaits isn’t about chasing numbers; it’s about finding the class of fish that makes a lake special. Few baits show you what truly lives
Finesse Swimbait Tactics for Trophy Smallmouth Bass
January 25, 2021
There’s no denying the power of big swimbaits, but there are times when pressured bass, clear water, or tough conditions call for a different approach.
Fishing the VISION ONETEN+1 JR Jerkbait
January 25, 2021
When bass are keyed in on small forage and sitting deeper than a standard jerkbait will reach, that’s when the Vision 110+1 Jr. shines. Downsized
Megabass Deep-Six Crankbait to Target Suspended Bass
November 5, 2020
Suspended bass are some of the toughest fish to catch. They’re not locked to the bottom where you can drag a jig, and they’re not
Fishing the VISION ONETEN JR for Late Summer Bass
September 14, 2020
One of the biggest myths in bass fishing, is that jerkbaits are limited to pre-spawn fishing. While this time of year is indeed the best
Shallow Water Glidebait fishing with the Vatalion
September 2, 2020
There are times when bass key in on bluegill that throwing anything else feels like a waste of time. Post-spawn into summer is one of
Jig Fishing with the Dark Sleeper Swimbait
August 17, 2020
There aren’t many holes in Zaldain’s swimbait lineup, but the Dark Sleeper slid right into one. Most swimbaits, whether it’s a Magdraft or an I-Slide,
How to Improve Your Frog Fishing with The Megabass Big Gabot Frog
June 25, 2020
There’s nothing in bass fishing that matches the intensity of a frog bite. That moment when a bass blows up on the surface, explodes through
Vision 110+2: How to Improve Your Cold Water Jerkbait Fishing
June 25, 2020
The cold water season can put fish in a slump, but by learning how to improve your cold water jerkbait fishing game with the Vision
X-80 Trick Darter: How to Catch More Fish on a Finesse Jerkbait
June 25, 2020
When bass get finicky, pressured, or suspended in hard-to-reach zones, few baits perform like a finesse jerkbait. These compact lures don’t just imitate baitfish; they
Cranking Tactics for Prespawn Bass with the DEEP-X 100 LBO
June 25, 2020
There’s nothing like the feel of a crankbait loading up deep on a rocky point. One second you’re grinding bottom, the next your rod bows
Shallow Water Swim Jig Fishing with the UOZE Swimmer
May 26, 2020
One of the greatest attractions of bass fishing is the fact not all the bass are doing the same thing at the same time on
S-CRANK Squarebills for Springtime Bass
April 29, 2020
Squarebills for springtime bass are effective throughout many parts of the country. In a number of areas, April is the month where most spawning activity
How to Catch Big Bass on MAGDRAFT Swimbaits
April 22, 2020
When the forecast calls for clouds, wind, and a light drizzle after several warm spring days, that’s a prime window to throw big swimbaits. Those
Pre Spawn SONICSIDE Flatside Crankbait Fishing
March 13, 2020
When water temps start to climb out of winter’s chill, few techniques trigger bigger bites than throwing a flat-sided crankbait. Yet, this category of baits
Late Winter Bass Transitions
February 19, 2020
Understanding Bass Movement is a Lifelong Endeavor The hardest part of this sport for many people to understand is that there are no absolutes. On
Early Winter Jerkbait Fishing
January 10, 2020
Master These Early Winter Jerkbait Fishing Techniques Without a doubt, jerkbait fishing is one of the most difficult techniques to master. Since jerkbaits rely on the angler
Spinnerbaits in the Fall: Speed Is Key
November 27, 2019
Dropping Water Temps Increase Bass Aggression The fall transition begins slowly, but with the first few cold fronts comes drastically colder air—and big changes in
Paddletail Spybait Secrets
October 3, 2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbltBiOYBCA&feature=youtu.be The Japanese technique known as “spybaiting” has gained widespread acclaim for its ability to draw strikes from clear-water bass, particularly suspended smallmouths. However, according
Megabass Megadog: Fishing Big Topwater Lures
September 17, 2019
There is nothing in bass fishing quite like the heart-pounding moment when a giant explodes on a topwater lure. The thrill only gets bigger when
Fishing Isolated Mats for Key Bites
September 11, 2019
When fall rolls around, bass begin to make predictable moves that put them in prime positions for anglers who know where to look. As water
A closer look at the I-Wing 135 Topwater Crawler
September 4, 2019
Megabass Japan shares the lure technology packed into the i-Wing 135 topwater crawler bait and the three primary retrieve styles for explosive bites! For more
Megabass R.A.B. Knocker System
September 4, 2019
The patented Megabass R.A.B. Knocker system features a fixed weight on a free swinging rudder-like pivot. This unique balancer is designed to throw its weight
Ultra Deep Crankbait Fishing with the BIG-M 7.5
August 21, 2019
When the heat of summer sets in and bass push offshore, few techniques shine like deep cranking. Once the spawn wraps up, big fish slide
Megabass I-WING 135 Topwater Crawler
August 5, 2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWoh7gwRv6c&t=1s Nothing in bass fishing matches a topwater strike. The sudden surface explosion, violent head shakes, and adrenaline rush are why anglers love topwater season.
Shallow Summer Crankbait Fishing
July 19, 2019
In most man-made lakes and river systems, a portion of the lake will have some off-colored water, current and shallow cover. Shallow summer crankbait fishing
Fishing Belly Hook Swimbaits for Bass
June 18, 2019
Fishing belly hook swimbaits for bass began with the early days of swimbait fishing in California decades ago. This was a closely guarded secret for
Spinning Rods for Jerkbaits
June 13, 2019
When most anglers think jerkbaits, they think baitcasting gear, and for good reason. Casting setups offer power, control, and efficiency in many situations. But in
Post Spawn Topwater Fishing
June 8, 2019
One can imagine over a century ago, some innovative person observing largemouth bass attacking birds or snakes swimming, and then creating a crude topwater imitation