Less than a decade into his Elite Series career, Japanese pro Taku Ito has become a fan favorite for a variety of reasons – including his incredible angling skills, his relentlessly positive attitude and his willingness to express how he feels.
I caught up with him at Table Rock Lake to get some insights into the US fisheries that he likes best, along with his thoughts on certain regions of the country. Some of his answers made complete sense but at least one provided a serious surprise.
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.
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.
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.
Fishing as a co-angler in both Bassmaster and FLW Tour events was an exceptional opportunity — and one that paved the way for my career as an outdoor writer.