It’s impossible to learn every technique in one year. While versatility in bass fishing is an important trait, many anglers often rely on only a few different baits and techniques to catch fish.
"A lot of people don't know their tools as well as they should,” said John Crew. “What I mean by that...

Few baits have gained more popularity in recent years than the Missile Baits D-Bomb.
This versatile creature bait serves many purposes, but the most important one of all is catching big bass.
“The bait can be used in many different fashions,” said Dave Mansu. “Much like you would use a jig to ...

Breaking down a new body of water and finding fish can be challenging. That job becomes much easier if you have a system of confidence baits to pick an area apart.
“It's always good to have three main baits,” said Greg Hackney. “Something that you have confidence in that you feel like you can ...

The softstick bait is one of the most effective and widely used lures in all of bass fishing. Even though it may not look like much, this bait can often generate strikes when nothing else can. “When this bait was first introduced to me, I was like 'That looks like the most do-nothing thing I've e...

In this Bass University Remastered with Bassmaster Elite Series Champion James Elam, he shares valuable insights on flipping and pitching cover, two techniques widely used in bass fishing. Elam emphasizes that these techniques can be applied in various locations and under different conditions, ma...

In this Bass University on-the-water class, "Big Fish" Bobby Lane, the 2022 Redcrest Champion, shares his expertise on flipping and pitching in heavy cover. Growing up in South Florida, Bobby developed exceptional skills in this technique, which is crucial for success in that region. He has achie...

Do you want to learn more about grass fishing? Bass tend to position themselves around vegetation throughout the year, but finding them in miles of grass can be difficult.
In this seminar, Todd Faircloth breaks down how he fishes grass effectively throughout the year to help him catch more fish....

Professional Angler Fletcher Shryock has teamed up with Bass University to share his go-to technique for catching bass—finesse flipping. On Lake Chickamauga, he walks us through the equipment he uses, from his rod and reel to the lures and line.
While demonstrating finesse flipping in the fall, ...

Veteran Angler JT Kenny is on the water with Bass University to break down a technique that is near and dear to him, punching heavy cover. A technique that has won tons of money on tournament circuits around the world, but very much so in the great state of Florida.
JT breaks down his setup and ...

Professional angler Jared Lintner is passionate about catching big bass using heavy line and a big tungsten weight, a technique known as "punching." In this educational session filmed on Lake Seminole during the late winter or early spring, Jared shares his comprehensive approach to navigating th...

The Dean of the Bass University Pete Gluszek is on the water talking about one of his favorite techniques that has helped him win more trophies than any other technique, flipping and pitching.
Pete goes through his tools that he uses to flip and pitch. The Dean talks about his rod, reel, and li...

In his first class as a Bass University instructor, Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Hunter Shryock breaks down everything flipping and pitching in this detailed seminar recorded in Gadsden, AL.
Hunter breaks down his setup for flipping and pitching, including his braid to fluorocarbon leader approa...

Bassmaster Kayak Series Angler of the Year Rus Snyders joins Bass University in this seminar to talk about his top five river techniques and strategies for fishing from a kayak.
Rus has a five-tool approach in his river fishing from a kayak, these baits are all versatile and Rus relied on them...

Bass Pro Tour Rookie Grae Buck joins Bass University on the water to teach all about one of his favorite techniques, flipping and pitching.
Grae dives into his bait selection when flipping, simplifying his approach to a four-bait approach. Grae talks about his rod, reel, and line selection for ...

Major League Fishing BPT Angler Nick LeBrun joins Bass University for this seminar about flipping and pitching. LeBrun says, “There is nothing better than hand to hand combat flipping!”
Nick is from Louisiana and grew up fishing heavy cover. Nick dives into the difference between flipping and pi...

Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Greg DiPalma and Bass University are on the water flipping and pitching grass for big bass.
Greg relies on a jig for fishing this type of cover, emphasizing the efficiency of a jig and its hook-up ratio. Greg walks you through his setup for success when fishing heavy ...

Pete Gluszek is on Lake Champlain and on-the-water talking all about one of his favorite power finesse techniques, the magnum shakey head (aka magnum shaky head). Lake Champlain, located in upstate New York, bordering Vermont and Canada, is a lake Pete loves for its beauty and exceptional bass fi...

Tired of inconsistent bass fishing results and being misled by fishing rumors? Unlock the secrets to consistent success with Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Hunter Shryock's proven blueprint, learn when specialization trumps trends, and master the art of trusting your instincts.
Hunter has quietly e...

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...