Fishing offshore is no big deal
Mark MenendezFishing offshore is no big deal, and there’s no reason to fear it, if you think right and do the right things. When I said it’s no big deal I...
The versatile square bill crankbait
Kevin VanDamSquarebill crankbaits continue to gain popularity and for good reason – they flat catch fish. Initially, anglers categorized these diving plugs as baits for fishing dirty, shallow water and around...
Scouting Elite stops before off limits
Jake WhitakerNow that the tournament season is over I plan to scout some of the lakes I’ll be fishing on the Bassmaster Elite Series next year before they become off limits....
A different perspective on sponsorships, part 3
John CrewsHere’s the part where we get right down to it: How much can I expect to get paid? Editor’s note: Read part 1 and part 2. The answer to that question depends...
Reflection and analysis
Brock MosleyNow that the 2018 fishing season is winding down, it’s time for reflection and analysis. It’s a time to look at what went right and what went wrong, and I...
Backyard adventure
Hunter ShryockThe tournament season is over, but that doesn’t end the stress that comes with being a professional bass angler. There are sponsor obligations, baits and tackle to organize for the...
One day at a time
Chris LaneI’m taking this bracket competition one day at a time. I’m only here fishing the 2018 Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster Classic Bracket for one reason — I want a spot...
Controlling your nerves
Cliff PrinceIn any type of competition there are nerves. Nerves that you have to control. The sport of bass fishing may be the hardest when it comes to controlling the excitement...
My Elite work ethic
Kelley JayeAt the end of the tournament season, many of the Bassmaster Elite Series competitors take a well-deserved break. Some sit on the couch and don’t do much of anything. Some...
Life before the Elite Series
Paul Mueller“Bassmaster Elite Series pro Paul Mueller” is probably how you know me. But my story as a fisherman started much earlier than my four years on the Elite Series. Just...
