When you think of New York pro Alec Morrison—2025 Redcrest qualifier and Toyota Series champ at Sam Rayburn—power fishing might come to mind. But behind
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
Bass fishing’s allure often lies in its complexity and the constantly changing variables that challenge anglers. This is particularly true in the colder months when
Small swimbaits are one of the most effective methods for winter bass fishing due to their lifelike appearance and versatility. From a traditional jighead to
Finesse jerkbait fishing harnesses smaller jerkbaits to generate strikes in situations where traditionally-sized offerings are less productive than usual. This may be due to cooling
Megabass, the award-winning Japanese fishing brand known for its unparalleled blend of technological innovation and handmade artistry, is proud to announce the expansion of its
November is a huge transition month for bass in many lakes across the country. A combination of shorter daylight hours, cooling water temperatures, and biological
Veteran Missouri bass pro Randy Blaukat had a front-row seat for two critical inflection points in jerkbait fishing history: First, by virtue of geography, he
Why Fall Bass Crush Topwater Lures The fall transition can be a unique and challenging time for bass anglers. Bass will often disperse this time
Why Small Crankbaits Excel in Summer Bass Fishing Aside from many northern fisheries, late summer often presents some of the toughest fishing of the entire
In most parts of the country, except for far-north smallmouth fisheries, July/August marks the point where bass become harder to catch. Reasons for this include
Whether you’re fishing flooded cattails, laydowns, or shallow rock patches, the way your swimbait moves can make or break your success. Most anglers run their
We all know that selecting the best lure color will generate more bites from better quality fish. This is especially true in larger baits like
The Magdraft Freestyle isn’t some flashy swimbait you throw just because it looks good out of the package. It’s a tool, and like any tool,
Buzzbaits get labeled quickly. Early morning bait. Muddy water bait. Low-light bait. And while that reputation has its roots, it doesn’t cover what these baits
Clear, glacial lakes are some of the most challenging and rewarding fisheries you’ll find. Ultra-clear water, vast offshore structure, and bass that spend most of
Bluegill swimbaits are nothing new, but few deliver the realism and subtle drawing power of the Sleeper Gill. This bait isn’t just about looks; it’s
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
Tune in as Megabass Pro, Chris Zaldain breaks down his Vision Oneten FX jerkbait tactics for highly pressured clear water smallmouth.
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
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
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
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,
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
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.
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
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
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
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,
