While the post-spawn presents a terrific opportunity to land large bass, many anglers struggle to track down fish once they leave the beds behind for good. In this seminar, Bassmaster Elite Series angler Keith Combs talks about locating those pesky post-spawn bass with a variety of crankbaits to ...

Rip Rap is often the most fished part of any body of water, and for good reason. These rocky areas provide bass with not only a good place to ambush bait, but often act as a travel point for fish in the pre- and post-spawn around bridges. In this seminar, Bassmaster Elite Series pro – and back-to...

As the leaves turn colors, and the nights become cold again, bass begin to spread out more than they have in recent months. While this Fall transition can be a tough time to chase fish, once you locate them it can be one of the most rewarding times of the entire year. A key component of locating ...

While offshore cranking is a great way to target summertime bass in deep water, it’s also a technique that can be used throughout the year. Getting away from the banks to target offshore structure provides anglers a chance to target not only fish that not everything is finding, but oftentimes put...

The fall transition is a time of year that proves to be difficult for many anglers. Bass are starting to migrate back into creeks chasing smaller baitfish, which opens the door for downsizing your lures. In this seminar, Brandon Coulter explains his lure selection for targeting fall-time bass. Co...

One thing every lake has in common is the abundance of hard spots. These can range from shell beds to chunk rock – and everything in between.
“Hard spots are a place where fish like to stop,” said Nick Lebrun, Major League Fishing pro. “They don’t, per se, live there, but it’s a great place for...

Lipless crankbaits are very popular on grass lakes in the late winter and early spring, but did you know it’s a technique you can utilize all year long?
“When they're on it, you can't beat it,” said Mike Iaconelli, 2003 Bassmaster Classic champion. “Here's the deal with this bait, and this is wh...

It’s impossible to learn every technique in one year. While versatility in bass fishing is an important trait, many anglers often rely on only a few different baits and techniques to catch fish.
"A lot of people don't know their tools as well as they should,” said John Crew. “What I mean by that...

As the water begins to warm in the early spring, bass start making their way to the shallows to spawn. The spawning season allows anglers an opportunity to catch a once-and-a-lifetime fish if they can locate them. As bass leave their wintering areas for the backs of creeks to spawn, it can be cha...

Catching a trophy Smallmouth bass is often a once-and-a-lifetime opportunity for many anglers. Understanding the seasonal patterns of those fish can help increase your odds, especially during the spawn. “I think it's probably the most important thing in fishing,” said Pete Gluszek, about underst...

Anglers are always on the lookout for new techniques and lures to help give them an advantage on the water. For Keith Combs, one of the newer baits that he has added to his arsenal is the Strike King Hybrid Hunter. This versatile shallow-diving crankbait is something Combs has been experimenting ...

One of the biggest misconceptions in bass fishing is that pros only fish products from the companies they are sponsored by. While it’s true they often use a lot of products from those companies, certain baits make their way into every angler's boat – regardless of sponsors. In this seminar, John ...

As the waters warm up in the summer, many anglers find it difficult to catch fish. The spring, shallow-water feeding frenzies are long gone, but that doesn't mean you can't still catch fish.
"Summertime is a challenging time of year to catch fish," said Pete Gluszek. "It's as challenging as the ...

In this Bass University on the water bass fishing class, Todd Auten, a veteran bass angler with extensive experience in competitive fishing, provides valuable insights into shallow crankbait fishing. Auten's impressive track record includes participating in over 150 B.A.S.S events since 1996, sec...

Do you want to learn to catch smallmouth in deep water? Catching smallies can often be challenging enough, but targeting these finicky fish in deeper water presents an entirely different set of challenges. In this seminar, Jonathon VanDam discusses how to target and reach those tough-to-catch fis...

Do you know when to pick up a squarebill crankbait? Kevin Short says there aren’t too many wrong times to fish this popular bait. While they come in different shapes, sizes, and materials, the squarebill crankbait effectively targets shallow-water bass – especially around brush.
In this seminar,...

Meet Bobby Lane, a skilled angler who has earned the title of MLF Redcrest Champion and is highly regarded in the world of professional fishing.
Join us in this special session at Bass University, where Bobby shares insights about his go-to lure for the fall – the lipless crankbait. Bobby explai...

Professional Veteran angler Jared Lintner has teamed up with The Bass University to teach you the ins and outs of fishing with a lipless crankbait. In this on-the-water session, Jared shares his wealth of knowledge and tips to help you catch more fish using this particular bait.
Jared, who has a...

Embark on an adventure with Pete "The Dean" Gluszek, who graces Bass University with his expertise, delving into the art of fall fishing and sharing the secrets of his top three baits for the season.
Autumn angling presents its own set of challenges, but fear not! Pete, a seasoned fishing vetera...

Professional angler Brandon Lester, a Bassmaster Elite Series Pro and Champion, brings his wealth of experience in ledge fishing on the Tennessee River to this class with Bass University. He simplifies the intricacies of this technique so that everyone can grasp its fundamentals.
Lester starts ...

The Dean of Bass University, Pete Gluszek, is out on the water, explaining how to successfully fish during one of the trickiest times: high tide. Many anglers find tidal systems challenging or even dislike them, but these systems can be fantastic for fishing. High tide, specifically, poses diffic...

Major League Fishing Pro Brandon Coulter, a seasoned angler renowned for his consistent performance, shares his expertise in crankbait fishing year-round through this seminar with Bass University. He breaks down his strategies by season, offering insights on gear selection, bait preferences, and ...

Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Greg DiPalma (aka GDP) is breaking down springtime bass fishing with Bass University, emphasizing the power of red in the spring.
GDP dives into all his favorite red baits in the spring, from crankbaits to red-bladed jigs Greg covers it all.
DiPalma explains why the...

Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Cole Sands is an expert when it comes to deep water power-fishing. This seminar with Cole and Bass University is all about deep crankbaits, finding bass with your electronics, and triggering schools.
Cole dives into how to choose the right crankbait along with color ...