Late fall is one of the best times of the year to catch giant smallmouth bass. FLW Tour Rookie of the Year, Chris Johnston, finds fishing with a dropshot rig is a great way to catch deep, fall…
There are many ways to catch bass in deep water. A jigging spoon or drop-shot rig are common choices, but jigging minnows, like the Rapala Jigging Rap, are gaining popularity. We've asked two pro…
Canadian smallmouth ace, Simon Frost, calls the eastern basin of Lake Erie home and knows that smallmouth bass can be moody. So what's Frost's solution when a tube jig and dropshot take a break from…
Watching a largemouth bass explode on a buzzbait spitting along the surface is downright awesome. Sometimes they’ll just slurp it down and other times all they’ll hit it with is reckless abandon.…
Mark Zona is an admitted tackle junkie who tries to stay in-the-know on just about all things bass. Every once in a while, he’ll keep a secret for himself that could be a game changer.
Mark Zona,…
The River2Sea Whopper Plopper has taken the bass fishing scene by storm as it defies logic. It produces vicious all-day strikes whereas most topwater bites shine first thing in the morning and late…
In the heat of summer during those sweltering days, conventional wisdom tells anglers to pull off the bank and head to deeper water. According to Bassmaster Elite Pro Andy Montgomery, anglers are…
Over the years, Canadian smallmouth ace Derek Strub has tricked a monster smallmouth or two into the boat under the toughest of conditions. Enter the soft-plastic jerkbait. “It’s a good bait for…
While many fly anglers start their fly-fishing endeavors by honing their skills and practicing their technique targeting panfish such as bluegills, they quickly move on in search of bigger prey. Just…
If you’re looking for a versatile fishing lure, one of the best artificials you can turn to is a soft-plastic shad lure rigged on a jig head. You could probably catch just about any fish that swims…
Ish Monroe has several pro fishing wins under his belt. He's known for pursuing big bass and going for the win every time he's competing. So, during the summer, what is Ish's go-to lure to start his…
From bluefish to mackerel, kings to 'cudas—not to mention pike and muskie in fresh water—toothy species have a special allure. They also require specialized terminal tackle for consistent victory.…
