Carl Jocumsen’s crew may win the award for the most dedicated Bassmaster Classic fan base. I caught them at the launch on the final PRACTICE day and got them riled up — it didn’t take much.
The Fred Arbogast Jitterbug is iconic to bass anglers and to the fishing world generally – which means I’d be shocked if some fanatics hadn’t tattooed one on their arm, leg, back or nether regions. Here are seven of my Instagram favorites.
Picking your favorite fish replica is kind of like picking your favorite child – they all have different pros and cons. Of the eight mounts we have, my cutthroat is the smallest, but it provides a disproportionate amount of joy. I caught it on our 10th anniversary trip to Triple Creek Ranch in Montana in 2015.
From Biggie to the Stones to Britney, these songs spark adrenaline, nostalgia, and epic fishing vibes across all of our global fishing adventures.
Learn about the piranha’s big brother, then join our December 2026 hosted trip to Don Joaquin River Lodge, Argentina. Fish for powerful golden dorado and Pacu, enjoy riverside-cooked fish, beef, and Malbec.