Pro that gives out the most Info

[MrPeanut]

If you're looking for one place to go for specific info, take a look at bassuniversity.com as well.  They charge a monthly subscription, but they also have their entire library broken down by either specific topics (baits / seasonal pattern /etc) or by specific anglers if there's one person you want to get information from. 

[RHuff]

 

 FishtheMoment (Jon Shultz) and Bassresource (Glenn) on youtube are about two of the best at breaking things down into simple terms so that the common person or beginner can understand... I'd start there. 

[Sam]

On 1/20/2019 at 9:19 AM, GoneFishingLTN said:

I’m looking for someone to guide me in the right direction. Is there a professional angler rather currently fishing or not, that really breaks down what they do in the seasons with the baits they use and what they target. Doesn’t have to be in one article or book but if you google them it will tell you everything they really do

GoneFishing, there are videos you can purchase where the pros share information, suggestions and secrets. You may find then on eBay or Amazon as I do not believe BPS carries them any longer.

 

Hank Parker, Ike, Woo Daves, Denny Brauer, Gerald Swindle, Timmy Horton and many others come to mind as pros who will share information in videos.

 

And check out Woo's web page for his list of topics he discusses. http://woodaves.com/

 

The pros are busy now getting ready for their tournament trails and I doubt they will be able to answer your email.

 

How about you do something for yourself? Read - Read - Read - and Read some more. Subscribe to Bass Master Magazine, Bass Times, and Bass Angler Magazine (BAM) for starters and read what the pros pen about tackle, baits and presentations. And watch the YouTube videos. Maybe you can find a few about fishing Iowa.

 

Remember, to be specific about what you are asking covers the entire world and it is impossible to find what you are looking for in one book or in a pill. Too many variables to give you a "sure fire" answer that will allow you to catch a bass on every cast.

 

Now go out there every day and start experimenting.

 

[Deleted account]

So we are looking for something like the Truman Show for one of the Bass pros?

Those Scott Martin early morning videos are entertaining, but not sure it will help anyone's fishing, at least it's nice to know that I'm not the only one who can't function before caffeine.

[scaleface]

I enjoy the Tiny lure fishing challenge . LOL .and other videos of young  anglers just out fishing . 

[LuffDaddy]

On 1/23/2019 at 6:52 AM, BassWhole! said:

I didn't know that I didn't know...  

You guys actually think this guy can fish? That's a pretty low bar, I think he means well...

I was actually poking fun that EVERY lure matt uses on that channel he describes as "deadly" or that it "flat out catches fish" its just funny. But yeah,  he can fish bro.   So can Tim.  Hell, tim little has had the world record for a spot. 

[Brad Reid]

A good topic! Most pro bass anglers give us liberal amounts of detailed information so at least a fun approach might have been to list which among them are "stealthy, sneaky, bas****s?" Ha! But, all kidding aside, it made me wonder if any anglers on the various trails are known for being super secretive.

 

My guess is it could be that some of the biggest names with big sponsorships might have a secret bait for a single season. But, the sponsor is going to want to get whatever that is to the market very quickly if it proves to be a winner.

 

Well, back to some ideas.

 

 

Fish the Moment, a new entrant for me, a young man giving absolutely granular explanations of the how, when and where to find, then approach fish, then catch them. 

 

Hank Parker would be one who, with all of this information, the ever-growing knowledge base, helps anglers stay on target, reminds us of the essentials and the inviolable rules of bass fishing. Without someone helping us stay focused, we'd have to use large luggage to carry our lures and plastics we'd have so many,  bringing out dozens of rods for the endless fine-tuned presentations. Hank, and a few other experienced veterans, keep us pointed to true north.

 

Brad

 

 

[NHBull]

The two that I enjoy watching the most and can best relate to are tacklicalbassin and flutmaster. Bassuniversity is also worth the price of admission.

[bagofdonuts]

On 1/21/2019 at 11:56 AM, Catt said:

YouTube search Greg Hackney ?

Especially if you want to be a better jig fisherman. He is the man, and he's pretty entertaining.

[Catt]

YouTube, Yourlakeforkguide, Billy Lawson & Mike McFarland 

[Dangerfield]

On Youtube in no particular order:

• KeepinItReelFishing***
• Tackle Advisor***
• Ike
• Walker Smith
• Salt Strong
• Brian Latmier
• BassResource***
• Fish Code Studio***

***Must see

 

Gear Reviews:

• KeepinItReelFishing***
• Tackle Advisor***
• Salt Strong

• Kevin Bullington

On TV, I used to have the Fish World channel, but it was switched for a Hunting and Fishing channel and I canceled cause it was 90% about hunting. But some quality series:

• Strike King series - glorified 30 minutes commercial with KVD, Zona and a bunch of others Pros
• Buccaneers and Bones (non-bass related)
• The Hunt For Monster Bass with Ott Defoe - huge BPS commercial but Ott breaks it down.

[WRB]

On January 20, 2019 at 9:19 AM, GoneFishingLTN said:

I’m looking for someone to guide me in the right direction. Is there a professional angler rather currently fishing or not, that really breaks down what they do in the seasons with the baits they use and what they target. Doesn’t have to be in one article or book but if you google them it will tell you everything they really do

Pro bass anglers who make a living bass fishing by fishing tournaments, guiding and promoting their sponsors will only tell you what every others pro already knows.

If you are looking for detailed unbiased information simply ask specific questions on lures and presentation on this site, lots of expert knowledge available at your finger tips.

Tom

[J._Bricker]

On 1/20/2019 at 9:19 AM, GoneFishingLTN said:

I’m looking for someone to guide me in the right direction. Is there a professional angler rather currently fishing or not, that really breaks down what they do in the seasons with the baits they use and what they target. Doesn’t have to be in one article or book but if you google them it will tell you everything they really do

Well @GoneFishingLTN all the previous posts have a weath of sources with the information you are seeking. But I’m gonna be a homer and say Glenn May, who has provided all of us with this site.  Bass Resource, as @WRB mentioned give one the ability to access every members collective knowledge, past, present, and in some cases the future. 

[MN Fisher]

27 minutes ago, J._Bricker said:

Well @GoneFishingLTN all the previous posts have a weath of sources with the information you are seeking. But I’m gonna be a homer and say Glenn May, who has provided all of us with this site.  Bass Resource, as @WRB mentioned give one the ability to access every members collective knowledge, past, present, and in some cases the future. 

Not to mention all the articles written by a number of people...including some pros. As well as all the videos that Glenn has shot about equipment, tackle, techniques and how-tos. BR is a treasure trove of information.

[Jleebesaw]

One of kvd's books is basically a seasonal guide. I forget which one. There is 1138 results on Amazon if you search seasonal patterns for bass fishing also.

[Bass Junke]

I just decided to become a serious bass fisherman last year, it was my wife's idea for us to spend time together, which meant it was just for the 2 of us. I needed to learn how to fish on my own. I started watching the BassResource and learned tons. At the end of his vids he would mention Bass Resource. I started reading articles and learned even more. Finally I discovered the forums. Zowie! The guys in this forum are amazing. I am not trying to butter anybody up or get brownie points. Why is the advice from a "pro" better than a guy that all he has been doing is fishing for the pass 50- 70 years? I have been trying to contribute to this forum by asking some questions, sparking some interesting chatter, but every question I have has already been answered somewhere here. Some of the folks on this site have taught me so much I would be more "starstruck" meeting one of you guys that a actual pro angler. I have learned more from this forum than all other resources combined. Want to learn to fish? Look no further all the info is right here in these forums. If you can come up with a question that has not already been answered (I can't), just ask you will get an answer.

[Bass Junke]

Let us not forget this is coveted information. 20 or 30 years ago the idea of strangers sharing fishing secrets might have been frowned on by most serious anglers. " Don't tell me boy you just showed them yanks the Texas rig. Go help your mamma in the kitchen"

 

While a lot the guys on this site have been fishing for the past 25 or 30 years I have spent those years studying, training, and teaching martial arts. In that world information is also coveted, you just don't go around teaching total strangers how to kill people. The reasons each group is reluctant to offer up knowledge are different but my point is this: Even if you found a pro angler who was willing to advise or respond to an email, would he be as candid or as thorough or as nice. I have read some pretty comical posts where I would have expected some friendly jokes and jibes. Sure there is some joking but usually it is just honest helpful answers from hundreds of fellow anglers that are here only to share knowledge, stories and experiences. I want to thank everyone here for getting me through the winter and teaching me so much along the way but here in southern Mass we have open water and I'm going fishing.  

[frogflogger]

 The one tournament angler who has helped me more than any other is Rick Clunn - he fishes  basic lures and pays attention to what's going on around him.