Edwin Evers’ Fall Favorites
Source: My old fall favorites Edwin Evers shares why the spinnerbait and Vision Oneten jerkbait are his go-to options in the Fall!
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Fishing the Dot Crawler
Chris Zaldain shares his favorite ways to rig the Dot Crawler 4.8″ and Dot Crawler 5.8″ soft plastic stick bait! From rigging shaky heads with some slack so that the bait can absorb bites better, to the ideal rod/reel pairings, Chris’s tips will help you become a better softbait angler, regardless of what you throw …
Finesse Swimbaits with Chris Zaldain
Bassmaster Elite angler Chris Zaldain shares how he fishes 3″ swimbaits like the Spark Shad for key bites. From rigging to hook set, Chris shares the tips and techniques that have allowed him to cash checks in grueling events.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HQOLvf4ZpE
A Guide to Replacing Jerkbait Hooks
The world of treble hooks can be a confusing one, even to the experienced angler. Manufacturers offer a wide range of models, including round bends, EWG’s, heavy wire and light wire–not to mention different colors, point grinds and barb sizes. Jerkbaits–especially Megabass jerkbaits–require very specific hooks to maximize the performance of each lure. Katsuage hooks …
How to Fish the Bottle Shrimp
Bassmaster Elite pro-Chris Zaldain shares his tips on how to rig and fish the Bottle Shrimp, a craw imitation softbait perfect for Texas rigs, jig trailers, and punching applications! Made with the finest Hon-Jikomi material, BOTTLE SHRIMP’s salt-impregnated flavor compound features baitfish and shellfish powders in a proprietary blend, for unmatched taste and key bites.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_4Qwu2c-xc
How to Fish the Spark Shad 5″ Swimbait
B.A.S.S. Elite pro angler Chris Zaldain shares tips and techniques to help you get the most out of larger 5″ swimbaits like the SPARK SHAD. Covering everything from rigging, rod/reel setup, line type, and target areas and retrieves, Chris shows you why this is such a deadly presentation throughout the country!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHaYrIo2pt8
Healing Heroes: Anglers learn from service veterans
MADILL, Okla. — It sounded like the opening scene of the movie Saving Private Ryan, said Levi Crawford, in describing the 2010 attack in Afghanistan that nearly took his life. That’s all Crawford could do – hear it, because the initial rocket propelled grenade explosion blinded him when it struck his Buffalo mine-protected vehicle. Source: …
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Zaldain’s Sight Fishing Approach
Megabass Pro Chris Zaldain shares his sight fishing tips for big bass with Tyler Brinks of Westernbass.com. Chris shares insights gained through competition on the B.A.S.S. Elite circuit to maximize catch rates throughout the spawn period. Key tips include: Techniques: drop shot, Texas rig, and swimbait Key products: Bottle Shrimp, Magdraft 6″ 45 minutes max …
Chris Zaldain rocks Bassmaster Live!
While he got a little competition from winner Randall Tharp on Sunday, Zaldain was the big star of the week on Bassmaster LIVE. He carried Friday’s first day. Of course, he was the only angler fishing on Bull Shoals Lake within cell range, so it was basically a solo show. But he delivered. Bassmaster TV …
Zaldain’s 3rd Place Finish on Bull Shoals/Norfolk Lake
Chris Zaldain approached the multi-lake format of the Bull Shoals / Norfolk Lake event with an open mind, and dialed in a killer swimbait bite on the first day! The Magdraft 6″ and a dropshot factored heavily in his approach. Check out the video to see what areas of the lake he targeted and why, …
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How Edwin Evers Won the Bassmaster Classic
Ever wonder what it takes to win the biggest bass fishing tournament on the planet? Edwin Evers breaks down his 2016 championship, from preparation, practice, and some tips and techniques to help you be a more successful angler when it’s all on the line! Key takeaways include: How to custom-weight your FlapSlap for cold-water success …
Fishing the Magdraft 10″ Swimbait
Oliver Ngy of Big Bass Dreams works the MAGDRAFT 10″ in open water, and skips it under overhangs targeting big Texas bass. Make sure you have a stout setup like the Orochi XX F10-711LV to skip a swimbait this big! Also, when skipping, it often helps to pin the hook into place with a hair clip …
Big Bass on the I-Slide 262T
Oliver Ngy of Big Bass Dreams shares some epic catches on the I-SLIDE 262T glidebait! The key to working the 262T effectively is managing slack line. With proper line control and sharp, downward snaps of the rod, you can get the 262T to kick out and glide over 2ft to the left/right, for a huge …
Edwin Evers shares his swimbait fishing tips
Products Mentioned: Spark Shad 4″ | Spark Shad 5″https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvmOaWc0GPg
How Edwin Evers Won on the St. Lawrence River!
Edwin Evers followed his instincts up shallow on the St. Lawrence River, and put together the winning pattern for his record-setting second consecutive Elite Series win! Check out the recap video to learn how he approached this river system, and how he relied on his swimbaits and jerkbaits to get the job done. Key Products: …
How Edwin Evers Won Kentucky Lake
Edwin Evers details his win on Kentucky Lake, from the approach, equipment, and execution that punched his ticket to the Bassmaster Classic! Key Products: Deep-Six diving crankbait Spark Shad 5″ Albino
Zaldain’s 30-7lb bag on the CA Delta
Zaldain shares his approach for the Bassmaster Elite on the CA Delta, including the setups and techniques he utilized to adjust to changing conditions, and end up with a solid 6th place finish! Key Products: F5-75XX Extreme Mission Type:F for Delta dropshot F7-72XX Perfect Pitch for 1/4oz Texas and Bottle Shrimp 4″ I-Slide 135 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bomUNm4gD4A
Why Edwin Evers loves the S-Crank
Edwin Evers shares some behind-the-scenes information on the development of the S-Crank 1.2 and S-Crank 1.5 squarebill crankbait, and breaks down why its erratic, “hunting” action is a must-have in any serious angler’s arsenal.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFy34UXH00s
S-CRANK PROTOTYPE CATCHES GIANT
Sometimes you can’t script it any better. We were filming on Clear Lake in CA with Luke Clausen, testing a late-stage prototype S-Crank 1.5 paired with the F4.5-70XX Flatside Special, when Luke hooked into this Clear Lake giant! Luke was targeting docks and shade lines, using the S-Crank’s patented erratic action to trigger bites as the lure swung …
How to Fish the XPOD
Edwin Evers teams up with the PAA to share some of his favorite ways to work the XPOD transforming topwater bait! Edwin can fine-tune his presentation on the water to adjust to the changing moods of target fish, adjusting the amount of commotion with the click of the XPOD’s patented lip mechanism.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkKFKhYAYBs
Vision Oneten Magnum Tips: Randy Blaukat
Veteran Pro and jerkbait guru Randy Blaukat shares some valuable insight about the first-generation Vision Oneten Magnum. Kindly note that the current production model is a SUSPEND model, and no longer tuned for a slow-sink. However, depending on water temperature, the Magnum can be easily tuned for a slow-sink, either by use of lead strips, or by …