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May 1st Weekly Tip

Most anglers run from the wind, we tend to look for a place with little to no wind most of the time. We seek refuge in a pocket or cove where the wind will allow us to fish the way we want. But great anglers figure out how to make Mother Nature work...

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I’m sick and tired of talking about it!

It’s finally time to put the topic of forward-facing sonar to rest. Last week I gave a great breakdown on this topic. Now, I’m tired of all the debates of banning this new technology. I’m tired of hearing all the whining from anglers...

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April 24th Weekly Tip

In 1979, while guiding a client, Rick Clunn discovered a bait that would change his career. A bait and technique so effective that a handful of pros tried to keep quiet and went as far as to buy every one of them up across the entire southwestern...

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Is it time to retire or join the party?

For every athlete the day comes when you’re no longer able to compete either due to age or a career ending injury. Well, for today’s senior bass pros, or what most call the legends of the sport, that day might be approaching a lot sooner...

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Some secrets I’m willing to share on bass fishing….

Over my many years of tournament angling, I have either heard about  or created some very helpful tips that just might come in handy. Some are designed to save you money and to be more efficient with your time. But some are just a few ways that...

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April 10th Weekly Tip

Let's take a look at some of the myths surrounding Fluorocarbon fishing line.  MYTH: All 100% fluorocarbons are created equal.  FACT: No. Just because the product says 100% fluorocarbon does not mean it is just like any other...

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Holy cow!!! Have you looked at today’s bass boats?

Today’s bass boats are nothing short of incredible and expensive! The accessories you can add to a bass boat are really cool and can make a huge difference in your ability to fish effectively. But which of these inventions has truly had the...

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Teaching an old dog a new trick

Forward-facing sonar is how 95% of today’s tournaments are won! The young Japanese anglers, as well as the younger American anglers, have already taken this new technology to a level never seen before. Recent professional Elite Series...

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March 27th Weekly Tip

As Mike Echols has pointed out before, in order to figure out the best way to catch fish, sometimes it requires a little adjustment in your approach. No matter how good your practice days are, conditions can change from one day to the next. Good...

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Technological advancements come with a cost!

While I’m all for the sport of bass fishing growing, at what cost? Professional anglers are taking the new forward-facing sonar technology to levels that may not be good for the sport. Our lakes and waterways are under assault as we speak. Lakes...

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