Phil Meyer Claims $100,000 Victory on Sleeper Craw at the Big Bass Bash
October 20, 2025
Phil Meyer Wins Big at Lake of the Ozarks with the Sleeper Craw Phil Meyer took home $100,000 at the 2025 Big Bass Bash on
Magdraft Freestyle 5IN Rigging Solutions
September 29, 2025
Answering Kimura’s Call After years of relying on the 6-inch Megabass MAGDRAFT—both the pre-rigged version and the FREESTYLE—for tournament success, legendary lure designer and Elite
Strolling the HAZE-ST with Alec Morrison: A Finesse Masterclass
July 9, 2025
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Mastering Water Clarity for Winter JErkbait Bass Fishing Success
January 10, 2024
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
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
Understanding Two Types of Summer Bass and How to Catch Them
June 30, 2023
Bass fishing is truly dynamic and summer is no exception. Depending on the body of water, most impoundments will have roughly half of the bass
HOW TO RIG MAGDRAFT SWIMBAIT LINE-THROUGH
June 2, 2023
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
HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST SWIMBAIT COLOR
May 17, 2023
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
MAXIMIZING EFFECTIVENESS of THE SLEEPER CRAW
April 6, 2023
Take a deep dive with Megabass Pro, Randy Blaukat to get his take after years of testing the brand new SLEEPER CRAW.
Flip it, Skip it, Swim it, Jig it: SLEEPER CRAW
April 6, 2023
Few baits merge realism, versatility, and pure fish-drawing power quite like the Sleeper Craw. Designed to be crawled, skipped, and fished through complex cover, this
How to Master Swimbait Fishing with the Magdraft Freestyle
November 23, 2022
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,
Sleeper Gill – Enter the Bluegill’s World
June 23, 2022
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
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.
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
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.
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 Catch Big Bass on MAGDRAFT Swimbaits
April 22, 2020
With frontal conditions on the forecast, the rain will be falling, the boats will be running, and the bass will be hungry! Step onto the
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
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
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
MAGDRAFT FREESTYLE Swimbait Rigging Techniques
May 8, 2019
How do you fish and rig a FREESTYLE swimbait? MAGDRAFT FREESTYLE swimbait rigging techniques have powered multiple top finishes on the Bassmaster Elite tournament trail.
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
Mastering Lure Action for Bass Fishing: How Movement Triggers More Strikes
September 12, 2018
When most anglers grab a new bait off the shelf or from a tackle shop pegboard, they’re relying on a few surface-level cues to gauge
Fishing the Dark Sleeper Swimbait like a Jig
July 26, 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOesY1cEysQ For anglers looking to refine their bottom-contact game, the Megabass Dark Sleeper offers a unique advantage. Traditionally viewed as a swimbait, this bait can
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,