If I was conducting a seminar with an hour to talk about just one topic, there are plenty of things I could focus on that would probably help you catch more bass in the long run. But since we’re working with a limited word count in a space like this— and since all fishermen have […]
BassFIRST – Three Favorites: Josh Bertrand
Dave Landahl These little chunks of insight the pros share with us really open the eyes of many jaded fans, and help us realize these cats are just people, too, having fun and trying to enjoy life here on the third rock from the sun. Berkley pro Josh Bertrand is next up to share some of […]
Quick Bass Fishing Tips with Garmin Pro Josh Bertrand
Here are six bass fishing tips that I hope will help you catch the lunker of a lifetime: Some of the most overlooked fish-holding spots on lakes around the country are boat ramps and marinas. These areas always hold shade, bait fish, and big bass. Some of the biggest fish I’ve caught in tournaments have […]
BassFIRST – Three Questions: Josh Bertrand
Sure, it’s still early in the 2017 Bassmaster Elite Series campaign, but Josh Bertrand is off on the right foot and not currently in need of digging out of any holes. After the first two events of the season, the Pure Fishing pro sits in the number 3 spot of the Angler of the Year […]
Bass Edge – What Size Worm Sinker to Use
Bassmaster Pro Josh Bertrand Weighs in on What Size Worm Sinker to Use Article by: Jonathan LePera, for BassProShops1Source When largemouth bass are tucked into cover in 5-feet of water or less, nothing beats swinging back on a trophy largemouth bass after seeing your line twitch ever so slightly after pitching your Texas-rigged bait or flipping […]
Reversing Tidal Fortunes Is Key For Bertrand
By John Johnson BassFan Senior Editor There are no tidal venues on next year’s Bassmaster Elite Series schedule, and that fact doesn’t disappoint Josh Bertrand. It also doesn’t lessen his desire to become more proficient on lunar-influenced fisheries, as plenty of them are bound to show up on future slates. Three events were contested on […]
Have fun, worry about sponsors later
A while back, I was scrolling through social media when I found a post from a young angler who was apologizing to his sponsors after a tough performance in a bass tournament. When I say “young,” I mean really young. He was probably three years shy of being legal to drive a car. I’m seeing […]
Bertrand’s improvement plans
Dave Landahl – BassFIRST) Josh Bertrand had an off year in 2016. Let’s be honest. It was just one of those years where things didn’t click. He finished in the upper half of the field in Angler of the Year (AOY) points, but failed to make the AOY Championship and the Bassmaster Classic. So, how does […]
Most anglers don’t start wealthy — I know I didn’t
There is a disturbing misconception among some young bass anglers these days that in order to make it as a professional fisherman, you have to have been born rich. I can shoot that misconception down simply telling you my own story. I fell in love with fishing when my family lived in the Northeast. I […]
Summertime worming
By Dave Landahl Oh yeah, it’s time to get your bassy little buddies all fired up and ready to play this summer. Nothing like rippin’ lips and getting your fishing rod bent to intensify the summer heat. The old standby plastic worm is one of the best weapons to use to stick a few fat […]