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  • Rick Pierce from Bass Cat Boats

    The Bass University's Pete Gluszek is joined by Rick Pierce from Bass Cat boats. Bass Cat is a major player in tournament bass boats and Rick is here to share his years of experience on changes to electronics mounting, optimal props, dialing in your jack plate and trim adjustments, and boat contr...

  • Driving a Bass Boat Safely & Efficiently - John Crews

    Bassmaster Elite Series tournament angler John Crews has been fishing from bass boats for decades. Unlike driving a car, most people don't get driver training for bass boats, many which will go 70+ mph and have no brakes! Learning how to drive a bass boat can either be trial and error, or you can...

  • Boat Control is Crucial - Brian Latimer

    Brian Latimer is here to tell you that all the best equipment and fishing execution will only get you so far, if you can't properly control your boat. There's a world of difference between bank fishing, or fishing from the back of the boat, and having to approach and maintain proper boat position...

  • Getting Into Skinny Backwater for Hungry Bass - Cox

    In this bass fishing video, John Cox will share tips for getting to less-pressured bass in shallow backwaters. John, and other anglers, have had great bass fishing tournament success by pushing their boat equipment to the limits to access the hardest-to-reach areas. Often old creek channels or ox...

  • Putting a Bass Boat on the Trailer - Bass University Basics

    Pete Gluszek is back on the water, after launching is boat and having a great day on the water fishing, he's ready to put his boat back on the trailer. Pete is headed into the marina and talks about everything from "no wake zones" to avoiding damage to your boat. If you want to learn to drive you...

  • Launching a Bass Boat - Bass University Basics

    Pete Gluszek is here to help take the intimidation out of launching your bass boat. Learn the ins and outs of launching a bass boat efficiently and without undue stress. In this Bass University Basics instructional video, Pete shares information on:

    Boat launch ramp fees and common systems for...

  • Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchors - Mike & Pete

    BASS tournament anglers Mike "Ike" Iaconelli and Pete Gluszek are on the water talking about what shallow water anchors, like Power-Poles, are and how to use them. The are a great tool for targeting spawning fish on the bed, but it's helpful in many other shallow water fishing situations. Very of...

  • Hydraulic Jack Plate Boating Tips - Mike and Pete

    How do you get the maximum performance, maximum speed or maximum gas mileage from your boat? How do you get to shallow water honey holes? A hydraulic jack plate can help. In this on-the-water video, Mike Iaconelli and Pete Gluszek talk about the benefits of the TH Marine Atlas hydraulic jack plat...

  • Marabou Hair Jig Fishing for Smallmouth - Seth Feider

    Bassmaster Elite Series Angler Seth Feider discusses the ultimate finesse bait for smallmouth fishing, hair jigs. If you have clear water, smallmouth and fish 15' of water or less, this seminar is for you! In this video, Seth discusses:

    Selecting size and color of marabou jig
    Fishing line, ro...

  • Fishing Wood Cover - John Crews

    Wood you like to catch bass in the wood like John Crews? Check out this 53 minute in-depth seminar from a 2016 Bass University class in Ohio. In this bass fishing instructional seminar, John Crews answers the following questions:

    What baits should I fish around various depths and types of wo...

  • Flipping & Pitching Techniques - Davy Hite : Remastered

    Targeting bass on visible structure by flipping and pitching is a method that has been putting fish in boats for decades, but did you know you can also use those techniques in deeper water? In this seminar, 1999 Bassmaster Classic champion Davy Hite explains the differences between flipping and p...

  • Stealth Brush Pile Fishing: Offshore Jerkbaits, Swimbaits & Jigs - Matt Arey

    As technology improves in bass fishing, secret offshore spots are harder to keep to yourself.
    “If you look at our approaches to fishing shallow water over the years one of the most important things about fishing shallow water situations ... is stealth,” says Matt Arey. “Stealth is a very, very ...

  • Taming the Grass: Techniques, Strategies, and Secrets Revealed - Bryan Schmitt

    Fishing large grass beds can often be overwhelming for many anglers. To the untrained eye, it all looks the same. However, being able to break down grass beds effectively will help you catch more bass. “Grass is a good habitat,” said Bryan Schmitt. “It's probably the best habitat on any of body o...

  • Rigging Guide for Conquering Kayak Fishing Tournaments - Ryan Lambert

    Tournament bass fishing is possibly more competitive than it has ever been. As kayaking increases in popularity, it should come as no surprise that kayak fishing has been right behind the surge in popularity. "Kayak fishing is exploding across the market,” said Ryan Lambert. “It's the fastest-gro...

  • Conquering Currents: Guide to Fishing Moving Water - Matt Herren

    Do you feel lost when fishing in the current? While moving water can help position bass in easy-to-catch areas, it can also be overwhelming for the inexperienced angler to deal with – especially when it comes to boat positioning. “The key to fishing current, and doing it well, is understanding ho...

  • Prepping & Planning: Tips for a Productive Kayak Fishing Trip - Jody Queen

    Getting ready for a day on the water requires effective planning whether you’re in a bass boat or a kayak. With the increased popularity of kayak fishing in recent years, many anglers are making the move to these smaller vessels. In this seminar, Jody Queen breaks down how he prepares his kayak f...

  • Power of Patience: Slowing Down for Successful Fishing - Mark Davis

    While many anglers like covering water quickly, there’s something to be said for methodically picking an area apart. If you’re searching for fish, covering water can be incredibly important, but once you’ve found them, sometimes slowing down is the best way to get them in the boat. “No two situat...

  • Untouched Waters: Accessing Unpressured Bass with Kayaks - Drew Gregory

    Finding unpressured fish is every angler's dream. Explore overlooked areas and unlock the potential of untouched fishing grounds. Join The Bass University as we dive into the exciting world of kayak fishing less accessible places with renowned angler Drew Gregory in his on-water kayak fishing cla...

  • Kayak Angler's Guide to Shakey Head Success - Casey Reed

    Professional kayak angler, Casey Reed, delivers an in-depth and comprehensive breakdown of the art of Shakey Head fishing in this exclusive Bass University Seminar. With a track record of triumphs in elite kayak fishing circles, Casey delves into every facet of his mastery of this technique.
    Fro...

  • Fishing Submerged Trees & Laydowns - Greg DiPalma

    Professional angler Greg DiPalma, known as "GDP," shares his expertise with Bass University as he takes to the water in his kayak to explain how to fish around submerged trees.
    During his session, Greg discusses the specific fishing equipment he uses, including his rod, reel, line, and four favo...

  • Winter Finesse Swimbait Fishing & Electronics for Smallmouth - Paul Mueller

    Professional Bass Angler and champion from the Bassmaster Elite Series joins Bass University to teach a technique he loves for catching smallmouth bass in cold water. He uses a finesse swimbait method and his favorite bait is the Reins Fat Rock Vibe Shad on a Dobyns Jig Head. He also explains the...

  • The Kayak Advantage: Fishing River Systems - Rus Snyders

    Bassmaster Kayak Series Angler of the Year Rus Snyders joins Bass University to break down River System Strategies when bass fishing from a kayak.
    Rus has had much success on river systems in tournaments, so much so that he prefers them over lakes. In this class seminar, Rus goes into detail on...

  • Flipping & Pitching For Heavy Cover & Pressured Fish - Fletcher Shryock

    Major League Fishing Pro Fletcher Shryock, in collaboration with Bass University, presents a member-exclusive seminar that offers an in-depth exploration of one of the most effective bass fishing techniques: advanced flipping and pitching. This seminar is designed to help anglers become more effi...

  • Find & Catch Offshore Bass: Forage, Electronics & Bait Selection - Keith Combs

    Ever wonder how the pros consistently locate and catch bass offshore in every season, adapting to forage and leveraging advanced electronics? Get ready to learn tips and secrets from Pro Keith Combs and Bass University in this in-depth seminar on mastering offshore bass fishing.

    Recognized as on...