At the St. Johns River Bassmaster Elite Series tournament, Brandon Cobb presented a class to those in attendance on his top 3 rigs for Spring fishing. While these techniques are great for Florida bass, the tips can be used anywhere for targeting shallow and spawning bass. Brandon talks about how ...

Flukes – or soft jerkbaits – are often forgotten about by most anglers. However, these baitfish imitators are one of the most versatile options for any angler. Not many lures offer you the opportunity to fish the entire water column. In this seminar, Mike Iaconelli reveals his setups for fishing ...

The drop shot is an effective technique for catching bass in almost any condition. However, you don’t always have to rely on light line and spinning tackle to present your bait this way. Power Shotting, which is just a drop shot with heavier gear, allows anglers to fish the technique around diffe...

Do you understand how the rate of fall on a bait can impact the bite? While some anglers reach for heavy weights when flipping and pitching, others lean toward lighter options. Regardless of which fits your fishing style the best, understanding the role of a bait’s rate of fall is crucial in lear...

Just take a look at the selection of soft plastic baits at TackleDirect. There are thousands and thousands of bait/color combinations to choose from! Ish Monroe helps simplify the process of selecting the right soft plastic and describes the scenarios for using his most effective soft plastic bai...

Punching grass mats can be overwhelming. For many anglers, it seems like an impossible task to pick apart acres of grass mats one pitch at a time. While you may not always produce a lot of bites punching, it does give you the opportunity to get bigger bites throughout the day. By using a heavy tu...

The drop shot is a go-to finesse technique for many anglers when the bite gets tough when fishing vertical and offshore structure. However, did you know it’s also a good technique for targeting largemouth around submerged grass?
“There are times you can’t beat a slow presentation, even related t...

Breaking down a new body of water and finding fish can be challenging. That job becomes much easier if you have a system of confidence baits to pick an area apart.
“It's always good to have three main baits,” said Greg Hackney. “Something that you have confidence in that you feel like you can ...

Buzz bait fishing has changed significantly in recent years. For Andy Montgomery, the most important change is the swap from skirts to soft plastics. “When I first started every buzz bait out there had a skirt on it,” Montgomery said. “It was basically just your standard skirt on a buzz bait. ......

When you think frog fishing do you think of hollow-bodied frogs? If so, you’re missing out on the versatility of soft plastic frogs. In this seminar, Bobby Lane talks discuss how he fishes soft plastic frogs and explains the design decisions behind his own frog – the Berkley Powerbait Rib Toad. L...

There are few baits that catch fish like a Ned Rig. This midwestern finesse tactic took the bass fishing world by storm several years ago, so it’s no surprise that kayak anglers have picked it up as well. Ryan Lambert, a seasoned angler, considers it a tried and true method that catches a ton of ...

Versatility is key in bass fishing. While we all carry different baits for different reasons, the ability to have one bait serve multiple purposes is huge when it comes to tackle storage.
For Mark Rose, the Strike King Scounbug is one of the most important baits in his boat for that exact reason...

In this Bass University Remastered with Bassmaster Elite Series Champion James Elam, he shares valuable insights on flipping and pitching cover, two techniques widely used in bass fishing. Elam emphasizes that these techniques can be applied in various locations and under different conditions, ma...

Get Ready to Reel in Success as Renowned Bassmaster Elite Series Champion & Cashion Pro Unveils Masterful Dropshot Tips!
In this remastered on the water bass fishing class, Jamie Hartman, renowned Bassmaster Elite Series Champion, takes anglers on a deep dive into the intricate details of drop s...

In this Bass University class, Todd Auten, a veteran bass angler with extensive experience in B.A.S.S events dating back to 1996, discusses zoom super fluke fishing. The zoom super fluke is a bait that has been around for generations and is one of Todd's confidence lures. Throughout his career, T...

Do you ever upsize your shaky head?
The shaky head is traditionally considered to be a light line, finesse tactic, but it can also be used on heavier gear to target bass deep in cover.
"A lot of people, when they throw the shaky head, they think you have to downsize your line, downsize your rod...

Explore the thrill of kayak bass fishing in tidal waters! Join expert angler Justin Largen as he reveals his top-notch techniques for targeting bass amidst lush grass. Gain invaluable insights into fishing from a kayak, accessing tricky spots, and optimizing your gear setup. Don't miss this ultim...

Join Bassmaster Elite Series Pro and Bassmaster Opens Champion, Bob Downey, in an exciting on-the-water class as he unravels the secrets of the Neko Rig. This highly effective technique has taken the fishing world by storm, luring in even the most pressured fish with ease.
Get ready to gear up l...

Join Cashion & Missile Baits pro John Crews, a highly accomplished Bassmaster Elite Series Champion, as he takes you on an exciting and informative journey into the world of the "Punch Shot Rig," also known as the "Tokyo Rig." With his vast knowledge of new baits and cutting-edge techniques hitti...

Matt Becker has taken the Bass Pro Tour by storm in his debut season as a rookie, securing the prestigious title of Angler of the Year while also triumphing on Saginaw Bay. His rapid rise in the realm of professional fishing positions him as a valuable source of insights and expertise.
In this e...

Join Bassmaster Elite Series Pro and Champion Luke Palmer as he shares insights in this on-the-water class about a popular finesse technique for catching smallmouth bass known as the "Cindy Rig”, which is a technique comparable to "strolling" or "tightlining" or "damiki rigging".
The "Cindy Rig"...

Veteran Angler JT Kenny is on the water with Bass University to break down a technique that is near and dear to him, punching heavy cover. A technique that has won tons of money on tournament circuits around the world, but very much so in the great state of Florida.
JT breaks down his setup and ...

Mike "IKE" Iaconelli, a renowned figure in competitive fishing with a list of prestigious accolades including Bassmaster Classic champion, Angler of the Year, and Elite Series champion, is passionately sharing his expertise through a series hosted by Bass University focusing on fall and winter fi...

Professional angler Bryan Schmitt, known for his victories in the Bassmaster Elite Series, teams up with Bass University to provide valuable lessons on mastering a technique he holds dear: the "Neko Rig."
During the session, Bryan dives into the specifics of his gear setup, emphasizing his choic...