Bass

Scent can be the final trigger. Scent is often the final trigger. The right attractant masks human odor, mimics natural forage, and makes fish commit when they’re on the fence. This guide covers the best options across bass, crappie, panfish, t …

Few techniques match the rush of a bass crushing a lure on the surface. Topwater baits call fish up, cover water fast, and produce big bites in shallow water. This guide highlights reliable walkers, poppers, frogs, prop baits, and buzzbaits. I explai …

The dropshot catches largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass year-round — but only when the setup is dialed in. Major League Fishing pro Matt Becker breaks down the exact rod, reel, line, and terminal tackle he relies on, and why every compone …

Flipping and pitching into heavy cover is one of the highest-percentage ways to catch big bass — but the setup has to be right. Major League Fishing pro Matt Becker breaks down the exact rod, reel, line, and terminal tackle he relies on, and wh …

Urchin-style soft baits demand a specific setup to get the most out of their action — the right rod power loads and snaps them correctly, the right line gives you the sensitivity to feel every twitch, and the right leader keeps your presentatio …

A lot of us grew up fishing creeks. The scaled-down nature of small streams teaches you to be efficient on the water while delivering some of the best scenery in fishing. This guide covers how to identify the right creek, gear up smart, read the wate …

The right Senko color can be the difference between a limit and getting skunked. Water clarity, light conditions, and the season all change what bass want to see. This guide breaks down the top Yamamoto Senko colors and exactly when to throw each one …

Using the wrong hook size costs fish. Too small and you miss strikes; too large and you kill the action or make it hard for bass to commit. This guide breaks down the right hook size for every major bass fishing technique — Texas rig, wacky rig …

As fishing pressure increases and competition tightens, the anglers gaining edges are reaching outside the conventional playbook. Here are four under-the-radar techniques — proven by tournament results and real catches — that most bass an …

Soft swimbaits have evolved from a novelty to one of the most versatile prespawn tools in a bass angler's arsenal. This guide breaks down which body style to throw, how to rig for more hook-ups, and the go-to setup that has produced big limits &mdash …

Spring is the most exciting—and most confusing—time to bass fish. One day they’re roaming and feeding, the next they’re guarding beds, and the next they’re sliding back out to recover. If you’ve ever asked, “ …

Getting bit in heavy cover is easy. Landing fish without constant snags is the hard part. This guide breaks down the best weedless lures — and a few honest “weed-resistant” options — for every type of heavy cover, from matted …