Catch more bass. Waste less money on gear.
Plain-English guides on where bass hide, which lures work each season, and how to pick a rod and reel, plus a gear shop of proven baits.
Where to start
Pick the guide that matches where you are.
How to Catch Bass
Where bass live, the best times to fish, how to set the hook, and how to release them healthy.
Read the guide →Lures by Season
Water temperature tells you what bass are doing. Here's what to tie on in spring, summer, fall and winter.
See the seasons →Rods & Reels
Spinning or baitcaster? Length, power, action and line, explained without the jargon.
Pick your setup →Best Bass Lakes
The top-ranked bass fisheries in America for 2026, from Clear Lake to the St. Lawrence River.
Find a lake →Tournaments
The 2027 Bassmaster Classic, Elite Series, Bass Pro Tour and Toyota Series schedules.
See the schedules →Shop Gear
Proven baits and beginner-friendly combos that anglers have trusted for years.
Browse the shop →Big bass live in heavy cover. Learn where they hide, show them the right bait for the season, and pull them out with gear that won't let you down.
The 5 baits every bass angler should own
If you're starting from zero, these five cover almost every situation you'll meet on a lake or pond.
Stick bait (wacky or Texas rig)
Slow-sinking worm that bass eat all year. The easiest bait for beginners to catch fish on.
Spinnerbait
Flashing blades call fish in stained water and around cover. Cast, reel, repeat.
Squarebill crankbait
Bounces off rocks and wood without snagging much. Deadly in spring and fall.
Popper or walking bait
Early morning and evening explosions on the surface. The most fun way to catch a bass.
Jig with a craw trailer
Looks like a crawfish. Known for catching bigger bass around docks, rocks and brush.