2025 Rule Change: Limiting Elites to one electric motor
One trend we have seen on the Bassmaster Elite Series over the past couple of seasons is the addition of electric motors mounted to shallow water anchors. Many anglers saw...
Winning AOY was a huge relief
After finishing second in 2021 and third in 2022, it felt like the Progressive Bassmaster Angler of the Year award might never come my way. I’d had my shots, but...
Don’t let the old techniques die
Forward-facing sonar has become a must on the tournament scene lately, but I want to make sure the traditional techniques don’t get left behind. When it comes to the most exciting fishing techniques, flipping and pitching definitely...
Palaniuk’s big water tactics
Watch how Bassmaster Elite pro Brandon Palaniuk uses the power and technology of the Minn Kota Ultrex QUEST to harness big water and stay focused on bass fishing.
Dealing with demons and a weird season
Well, I just wrapped up my 20th Bassmaster season. I have to admit, it wasn’t my worst season but it was my hardest, mentally. The good news is I made...
Best of 2024: Analyzing the Elite point races
Going deep inside the numbers of the point races to qualify for the 2025 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic presented by Under Armour.
Bait modifications and projects
Now that the season is behind us, I get to focus on cleaning up my gear, filming my Mark Menendez Bass TV show and playing with tackle. Like many of you, I find playing with...
Land of Giants: Big bait time
As bass prepare for winter, they’re looking to fatten up on oversized snacks. Imitating those snacks can equal a bonanza for you As the calendar’s midpoint approaches, a lot of...
Bidding farewell to two legends
With all of the excitement surrounding the last tournament of the year, the race for 2025 Bassmaster Classic berths and the Progressive Bassmaster Angler of the Year title, I don’t...
