Bassmaster

Bassmaster is the worldwide authority on bass fishing and the official publication of B.A.S.S. Our mission is to educate, inform and entertain bass anglers while promoting and enhancing the sport of bass fishing, remembering the legacy of our sport and spearheading trends for its future.

Bassmaster

Once Bitten

The Fun-brella Rig

On The Hook

Datebook

Conservation

On the Tournament Trail

Bass City USA - Mobridge, S.D.

Bass Forecast

State of the Nation

Mail Call

You Write The Caption

Facebook.com

Twitter Poll

What's It Worth

You Ask, Pro's Answer

Bass Boating

Scientific Angle

Springtime Shopping

A Different Breed of Bed Baits • When traditional spawn-time offerings fail to seal the deal, try one of these outside-the-box baits pros rely on

Whatever Happened to… Fish Formula? • There were a few years in the ’80s when every serious bass angler sprayed this scent on plastic baits. So, where did it go?

The Key Ingredients • Elite Series pro share some secret sauce on presentation or location changes that is sure to whet your bass fishing appetite

Chris Zaldain’s Swimbait Strategies • The method is surprisingly simple. The mindset, not so much. Still, if you can wrap your arms around this system, giant bass will be your reward

The Rod That Changed Bass Fishing • The never-before-told story of a chance meeting between a B.A.S.S. legend, the B.A.S.S. founder and a gas-station rod that altered an industry

These Boots Were Made For Fishing • Boot-tail swimbaits are quite the rage, but not all of these lures perform the same tasks. This guide will help you select boots that fit perfectly

Frank Talley • [Winter/Spring Transition]

Skip Spring Swimbaits With Jake Whitaker • Docks are a well-known prespawn hunting ground where Whitaker says a simple change of pace can pay off in the weigh-in line

Prespawn Pigs, Vibrating Jigs

Weed Whacker For Pedal-Prop Drives • Stringy grass is the nemesis of propeller-drive kayaks, which is frustrating since bass live in the stuff. Anytime you pedal to a bass’ grassy lair, you’ll likely spend some time with the drive out of the water while you pick the lower unit clean. Fortunately, an inexpensive hose clamp can help keep weeds off.

When The Prespawn Is On • A trio of Elite Series pros explain how they approach the leading edge of the spawn

Lunker Club

When You Just Know

The 10-Pound Mystery