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
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
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
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
“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
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
Finesse Swimbaits for Winter Bass
December 20, 2023
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 SECRETS to catch more bass
November 29, 2023
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
How the VISION ONETEN Jerkbait was Made
November 10, 2023
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
MATTY WONG’S ULUA TRAINING GROUND
May 16, 2023
Bassmaster Elite Series sophomore Matty Wong grew up in Hawaii, surrounded by saltwater and its massive denizens – the famous marlin of Kona, ample populations
Kenta Kimura’s Breakout Season
May 2, 2023
After years toiling as a vaunted tackle designer and a journeyman pro, first through college, then as a co-angler, and finally from the Opens to
Flip it, Skip it, Swim it, Jig it: SLEEPER CRAW
April 6, 2023
The hidden hook design of the SLEEPER CRAW lulls targets into long bitesand limits snags, allowing anglers to move from dock skipping tolaydowns to more
Palaniuk and Kimura Bolster Megabass Pro Staff
January 19, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Megabass of America, Inc. announces the addition of two-time Bassmaster Elite Series Angler of the Year Brandon Palaniuk and Northern Open champion
Sleeper Gill – Enter the Bluegill’s World
June 23, 2022
https://youtu.be/HFQHFIMAIHo SLEEPER GILL – enter the bluegill’s world with the swimbait that targets areas where others fear to swim. Featuring a patent-pending adaptation of the
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
We were able to dig into our archives to find elite series pro, Chris Zaldain sharing how topwater fishing with the DOG-X DIAMANTE excels even
Dynamic Frog Fishing with the Big Gabot
September 13, 2021
Dynamic frog fishing with the Big Gabot will open your eyes to what hollow bodied frogs can effectively mimic and how they fit into the
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
Jig Fishing with the Dark Sleeper Swimbait
August 17, 2020
Chris Zaldain gives the scoop on the swimbait that quickly filled a needed spot in his arsenal. Here’s how Jig fishing with the DARK SLEEPER
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
Learn how to catch more fish on a finesse jerkbait from Megabass pro, Randy Blaukat. Randy has trusted the effectiveness of the X-80 for years,
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
Megabass I-WING 135 Topwater Crawler
August 5, 2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWoh7gwRv6c&t=1s Trophy bass anglers rely on plus-sized lures like the I-WING 135 Topwater Crawler to attract and trigger the biggest bass in any given system
How to Fish the Megabass ONETEN+2 Jerkbait
March 6, 2019
Megabass expands their jerkbait lineup with the VISION ONETEN+2, a new class of jerkbait that delivers the tournament-proven ONETEN action in the 12-foot depth range
Megabass Sonic Side Flat Sided Crankbait
March 6, 2019
Flat-sided crankbaits catch bass all year, but they’re at their best during the prespawn period when water temps are cold but starting to warm. Professional
Zaldain Goes Deep for Swimbait Spots
February 27, 2019
As Chris Zaldain left Palatka, Florida for the seven-hour drive to Lake Lanier, he experienced a bit of déjà vu. The road took him through
Fall Transitions
October 4, 2018
Fishing the Fall Transition Bass fishing is an art and a science. Each year, our knowledge of the sport increases exponentially with new products, technology,
Target Fall Bass with the Spark Shad Swimbait
September 19, 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwb3v1IUR_s&t=9s Fall is one of the best times of the year to catch big bass. Fish transition from their summer haunts to shallower waters, aggressively
The Importance of Motion
September 12, 2018
When most anglers pick up a lure off the shelf or from the tackle store pegboard, they’re looking at limited clues about its effectiveness. Does
Late Summer Frog Fishing
September 12, 2018
Hollow-belly Frogs have been catching bass for nearly 50 years, but for much of that time, many anglers thought they were relegated to fishing in
Choosing the Best Megabass Swimbait Rods for Large Swimbaits and Glide Baits
August 23, 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSGoL3k9m8E When it comes to fishing with large swimbaits and glide baits, having the right equipment is crucial. A well-matched swimbait setup can enhance casting
Targeting Bass with Deep Diving crankbaits – DEEP-SIX
August 6, 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nfw9bJ8XMmI Deep diving crankbaits are an essential tool for targeting offshore bass, especially during the post-spawn, summer, and early fall periods. These baits allow anglers
How to Fish Oversized Jerkbaits: Mastering the Megabass Kanata
July 6, 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2z3Itb3xjw For serious anglers, oversized jerkbaits represent an advanced tool for targeting quality bass, yet many overlook their potential. The Megabass Kanata is a prime
How to Fish Swimbaits on the Bottom
June 25, 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iNUfbm58UUA Swimbait fishing lures are among the most effective tools for targeting big bass, but many anglers overlook their potential as bottom-hugging baits. When fished
Casting Big Baits with Oliver Ngy
May 17, 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwXRC8MPaOk Casting big baits effectively is a crucial skill for anglers targeting trophy fish. Whether you are fishing for muskie, saltwater species, or big bass,