Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass are often considered the strongest pound-for-pound freshwater fish. These fish are extremely territorial but finesse fishing tends to be the most effective way to target them. Smallmouth are often found in bodies of water that contain deep, clear water with rocks or boulders on the bottom. They use these offshore boulders for cover and ambush points. Additionally, some cold water creeks and rivers will contains Smallmouth Bass.
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How to Set Up a Drop Shot Rig
Seth Feider walks step by step on how to set up the basic Drop Shot Rig.
NEW Way to Fish the Tokyo Rig
Patrick Walters shows the versatility of the Tokyo Rig by sharing a new way to fish it.
How to Fish Southern Docks in the Fall
Patrick Walters shares how he approaches Southern Docks in the fall when fish are suspended in the water column.
Jig Trailers - Aggressive vs. Subtle
Patrick Walters takes us through how he chooses jig trailers for different conditions.
Jerkbaits: Speed vs. Water Temp
Seth Feider goes over why different water temperatures call for varying actions as it relates to jerkbait fishing.
Get Specific with Ned Rig Fishing
Five Baits to Fine Tune the Ned Rig
Spinnerbaits in Heavy Current and Cover
When heavy current is added to cover, pick up a spinnerbait to effectively catch fish.
Three Great Baits for Power Plant Bass
Live bait is one option for winter smallmouth, but it’s not the only one.
Gear Ratios Simplified
Seth's tips for selecting the right gear ratio by technique.
Bass Labs - New Series Launching Soon
Introducing the new series Bass Labs where we take a look at the science of fishing.
Best Search Bait Ever?
How Seth Feider uses swimbaits to efficiently locate fish.
Football Head Tricks for Bigger Bass
How Elite Series pro Chris Groh uses football head jigs to target big bass.
Where to Throw Squarebills in the Fall
Patrick Walters breaks down the benefits to using a squarebill crankbait in the fall.
Legally Fish the A-Rig Anywhere
Fishing guide, JP Kimbrough, breaks down how he fishes the A-Rig to be effective and legal.
Three Must Have Topwater Lures
Chris Groh goes over the three topwater lures he doesn't leave shore without.
Fishing Medium Diving Crankbaits During the Fall
How to throw medium diving crankbaits around submerged vegetation in the Fall.
Rapala BX Brat Breakdown
Seth Feider introduces the Rapala BX Brat and shows you how to use it to get more bites!
Seth Feider Tops St. Clair
Leech Lake Summer Bass Fishing
Bass Jig Fishing Tips
How to Fish the Umbrella Rig
Jerkbait Fishing
Lake Guntersville Fishing Report
Lake Champlain Fishing Report - Spring/Summer
How to Fish the Jika Rig
Crankbait Fishing: How to Use the Square Bill
How to Fish the Ned Rig
Sam Rayburn Spring Bass Fishing Tips
Interview: Seth Feider Previews the 2019 Bassmaster Classic
Essentials For Fishing The Neko Rig
Lake Mille Lacs Bass Fishing Report
How to Approach "Post-Feedbag" Fall Bass
Catching Suspended Bass
Are You Ready for Some FOOTBALLS!
Lists
Bass lures
Brady Schoenherr
Best Bass Rods, Reels, and line
Mark GoudreaultGetting Started - Budget Bass Fishing Gear
Mark Goudreault
Spring Walleye & Smallmouth Bass
Jeff EvansWalleyes move shallow to spawn right after ice out in northern Wisconsin and smallmouth bass aren't far behind. When walleyes are recovering from the spawn, they usually hang off of the first break a...Smallmouth Killer
Jason DudekSmallmouth Bass Hot Baits
Mark GoudreaultLake Superior Smallmouth
Jeff EvansSmallmouth bass in Chequamegon Bay on Lake Superior are protected so they get old and big. Smelt, spot tail shiners, & crayfish are all part of the forage base, and there is an extreme diversity of s...Kenny's Dropshot for Weedlines
Kent MittelstaedtA heavier line, weedless version of a traditional dropshot.
Scott's summer bass list
Scott StuermanFlipping docks, I will use a 4/0 EWG hook on the 4" pit boss. Bama bug is my favorite color on the pit boss. I prefer to have a pegged 1/8 oz WOO! tungsten flipping weight. I will also use a w...
Mille Lacs Smallmouth Necessities
Keenan WindThis list is composed of the the things that I feel are essential for success on Mille Lacs. I never go on the water without these baits when targeting smallmouth.
Bass Topwater
Keenan WindI use these regularly on Mille Lacs, but also wherever smallmouth reside.
Grass fishing
Jason DudekGreat little pitching bait when the bite is toughMille Lacs Smallmouth Bass
Rich LindgrenMy go to baits for anytime smallies on Mille LacsEquipment I use on the water
TouFue MouaRods and Reels and other equipment i take out on the waterNorthcentral Wisconsin River Lures
TouFue MouaThe lures I like using while on the Wisconsin River North of WausauMosinee Flowage Tackle
Grease Monkey Bass FishingMy go to baits when I fish Mosinee Flowage. I like to start off with whopper plopper working the shoreline then move to a Taxas Rigged 10" Worm.Island Lake Summer Baits for Smallies
Rich LindgrenBest producing baits from August tournament on Island lake for smallmouth bassFlipping and pitching
Kyler MasonThis is the tackle I use when flipping and pitching in brush and docksMoving baits
Kyler MasonThese are the baits I use when bass want a faster moving baitSakakawea Summer/Fall Smallmouth Bass
Josh JohnsonHere are some of presentations I use to chase Sakakawea smallmouth bass in summer and fall. I tend to bounce back and forth between both shallow and deep patterns. When I look shallow (1'-6') I'm ...Summer fishing (Post-Spawn)
Kyler MasonThese are the baits i throw as soon as the bass get off their beds and start guarding fry and are going to move offshoreFort Peck Summer Smallmouth Bass
Josh JohnsonSummertime on Fort Peck I typically fish deeper structure looking for smallmouth bass schools that are out eating offshore Cisco. Graphing fish and dropping to them with a drop shot rig is hard to be...Muddy water Fall picks
Will Stevenson
Best Fall Smallmouth Fishing Baits
Seth FeiderThe days become shorter, brisk mornings are a regular occurrence, and leaves are full of vibrant colors; all are signs that...
Mississippi River Pool 4 and 5 FLW Yeti College Series
Taylor MazurFLW Yeti College Fishing Report...
Minnesota Fall Bass Lures
Will StevensonThe late summer ...
Boundaryless Kayak Fishing - Pro List Bass
Mark GoudreaultWhat I keep stocked in my kayak at all times, all year, for big ole bass!
Feider's Winning Baits on Lake St. Clair
Seth FeiderSeth Feider Tops St. Clair
BX Brat
Seth FeiderIt is well known that crankbaits made of balsa wood are great when times get tough. When fish are pressured or a cold front is moving through, the silent wobble of balsa can tr...
Medium Diver Fall Cranking
Patrick WaltersWhen the fa...
Patrick Walters' Must Have's for Tournament Fishing & Boat Necessities
Patrick WaltersThese are the Tools and Accessories I carry in my boat 24/7 and are a must have for when I fish tournaments!Holiday Gift Recommendations!
Dan FabianoThis list shows some of the best and affordable Holiday gifts from friends, family or yourself. Most items are under $25 which will not break the bank and can lead to amazing stocking stuffers or secr...
Best Search Bait Ever
Seth Feider
Gear Ratios Simplified
Seth Feider
Three Great Baits for Power Plant Bass
Steve Pennaz
Jerkbaits: Speed vs. Water Temp
Seth Feider
How to Fish Southern Docks in the Fall
Patrick Walters
Smallmouth Bass Products
