Besides spring, the fall is when big fish really show themselves. Depending on the latitudes you fish, bass are gorging themselves for the long - or short - cold weather season ahead. It's the time of ...

A crankbait is one of the most popular bass lures of all time. Typically consisting of a hard body paired with a couple of treble hooks, these lures can be used in any water body to mimic crawfish, ...

Fluorocarbon is making a big difference in my crankbait fishing. I've won two Elite Series tournaments this season using crankbaits (Strike King Series 5 and 6 lures), and both times fluorocarbon line ...

"... The ultimate standard is to choose a rod that performs the task at hand properly. There's really no other way to judge a rod," advises Kevin VanDam. "The most ...

Without a built-in lip, this style of crankbait requires a medium-fast retrieve to work it effectively at the desired depth. Lipless crankbaits are designed to quickly cover water. An excellent choice ...

As reported by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), on August 4, 2024, William Kneer IV found himself fishing in Alaska on the wild Kisaralik River when a world record sockeye salmon ...

There are hundreds of bass lures lining the compartments of my boat. I’ve spent a small fortune over the years collecting different lure designs, colors, and sizes to ensure that I’m ready for any ...

Kevin VanDam has built his pro bass fishing career on effectively using spinnerbaits. One of the most versatile bass baits of all time, spinnerbaits can be fished deep, shallow, and everywhere in ...

To report the most up-to-date information on fishing in the Midstate, The Tennessean asked for contributions from several avid anglers. They will report on their latest trips as well as offer tips. To ...