The People Who Inspire our Adventures
Through fishing we have met some unforgettable characters, and we want you to know them, too.
Bass Pros Love Tuna Fishing
Why do so many elite bass pros love tuna fishing? See why Skeet Reese and other top anglers chase big tuna—and why Panama should be on your list.
Who Gets to Meet Their Heroes?
Through our involvement with the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame and attendance at many great fishing events, we’ve gotten to meet many of our “heroes” — the people who shape the sport we love.
Safe Travels Uncle Steve
Steve Yatomi was a larger-than-life personality who was at his best developing new international fisheries and bringing out the best in his fellow anglers and travelers.
Taku’s Carp Dreams
Taku Ito is a champion and fan favorite on the BASSmaster Elite Series -- but there's another species that's captured the Japanese pro's heart and dreams.
The Secret Training Tool of Elite Bass Anglers: Crappie Fishing
Discover why Jeremy Lawyer and Brandon Lester use crappie fishing to sharpen forward-facing sonar skills, boat positioning, lure presentation and bass fishing success.
Meet Axel Howard: Welcome to the Tundra
Meet Bear Trail Lodge guide Axel Howard and discover why this Alaska fishing lodge is perfect for beginners and experienced anglers chasing trophy trout.
Matt Florentino: From Bluewater to Bass Boats
Few people embody the Salty Crew lifestyle better than Matt Florentino. We sat down with him at ICAST 2026 to discuss his California fishing roots, the species he loves to chase, and the experiences that shaped his career in the outdoors.
Interviewing the Interviewer – Behind the Tanks with Pat Renwick
Pat Renwick makes a living asking hard questions about bass fishing — so we turned the tables on him and tried to figure out what makes this proper bassin’ man tick.
In Praise of Impostor Syndrome
If you don’t occasionally feel like you’ve outkicked your coverage then you are not aiming high enough. That’s what I’ve learned from a lifetime around the best anglers in the world.
My First ICAST
I attended my first ICAST in Orlando in July of 2026. I went curious about what it would be like and left energized by the relationships that I made and the energy in the fishing industry.
Schmitt Gets Salty
Most professional bass anglers fish in between tournaments. Some of them even chase other species. But Maryland pro Bryan Schmitt may be the only one who gets paid to put people on saltwater fish. Here’s some info about his work at Loosen Up Charters.
Most Influential Bass Tackle Pro Staff Ever?
Who has the assembled the greatest pro staff in modern professional bass fishing? We look at some past hammers and a current contender.
Kelly Eastburn Bryant: Advocate for Female Anglers
Kelly Eastburn Bryant is a wife, a mother of six, an operating room nurse, and someone who has made fishing an important part of her life. Her passion for the sport runs so deep that she founded Women Anglers of East Tennessee to create a community where women could learn & connect.
Skeet Stays Sane by Seeking the Salt
Skeet Reese has accolades a mile long, but one of the keys to his success isn’t necessarily obvious: It’s his passion for saltwater fishing. During a recent trip to Sport Fish Panama Island Lodge I quizzed him on how this passion helped him succeed and what his plans are for the future.
My Sixth Month Retirement Review
I’ve been retired for six months and I think it has been a pretty successful landing spot. I look forward to building on what I’ve done, what I’ve seen and what I’ve learned as the next stage of my life continues.
Mike Iaconelli WILL Fish Your City
Many anglers are unwilling to step out of their narrow cone of experience to chase new species in new places. Bass Fishing Hall of Famer Mike Iaconelli doesn’t fall into that camp. He’s made his name not just by winning a Classic and an AOY title, but also by being a pioneering urban angler and world traveler.
Maybe It’s Time to Buy a Lottery Ticket
Sometimes it’s important to step back and recognize how many trophy catches I’ve been lucky enough to enjoy — thanks to trips to great places with the best captains and outfitters.
Ike’s Pittsburgh Classic Memories
The 2005 Bassmaster Classic, held on the Three Rivers of Pittsburgh, was the third one that I attended and the second as a member of the media. Even though Mike Iaconelli won a Classic title two years earlier, it was also a milestone event for the Hall of Famer.
Kim Reese: A Female Perspective on Fishing in Panama
2009 Bassmaster Classic champion Skeet Reese and his wife Kim joined us in Panama. They’re experienced and fearless travelers, but I still wanted to get Kim’s unfiltered opinions about the fishing, safety and creature comforts.
Skeet Reese Made Our Panama Trip Extra Special
Bass Fishing Hall of Famer Skeet Reese is a fantastic all-around angler, a tremendous host, and one of our favorite people to travel with. His wife Kim is a gem.
