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By Joe Balog I hadn’t thrown a topwater in a while and it was good to be back. This time of year, Florida’s mild winter starts to lose its grip, giving glimpses of things to come as bass prowl the shallows. A prop bait is again a top lure in my box. It’s best to wait a few seconds after the cast. Let things settle down a bit; allow the rings to disappear, as the old-timers say. During that brief interval it’s nearly impossible not to imagine a lunker easing up to the unknown intruder now lying on the surface. I can just about see the big bass each time, nosing the lure.

Darker, Less Grassy St. Johns To Host Elite Opener Thursday, February 11, 2021 Photo: MLF/Charles Waldorf Floridian John Cox says that the St. Johns River looks a lot different these days without all the eelgrass that formerly inundated the system. By B.A.S.S. Communications Staff John Cox wishes he could experience temporary amnesia during this week's Bassmaster Elite Series event at the St. Johns River. That’s because much of what the Florida pro has learned over the past two decades of fishing this big-fish factory will be of little relevance during the 2021 season-opener. Competition...

The Bass University offering Zoom classes Tuesday, February 9, 2021    The Bass University, the leading source of educational materials and opportunities for bass anglers, is launching a new series of live online video training sessions using Zoom technology to allow for the real-time transfer of information between students and top pros. Mike Iaconelli and Pete Gluszek crafted the Bass University teaching model, which incorporates top professional anglers who educate students on seasonal patterns, techniques, lure modifications and more using state-of-the-art presentation technology...

Pro Circuit Set For 22nd Stop At Big O Wednesday, February 10, 2021 Photo: MLF Brandon McMillan compiled 106-10 after four days in 2011 to set the MLF Pro Circuit record for the top cumulative weight at Lake Okeechobee. By MLF Communications Staff Major League Fishing (MLF) will kick off the 2021 Pro Circuit season this week at Lake Okeechobee. In its 26th season, the circuit formerly known as the FLW Tour will feature 163 professionals competing across six regular-season events, each with a top award of up to $135,000. The field will also compete for points to qualify for the 2021 TITLE ...

B.A.S.S., Yamaha reach new agreement Wednesday, February 10, 2021    B.A.S.S. and Yamaha have inked a new agreement expanding their longstanding partnership for four more years. Yamaha’s sponsorship of the Bassmaster Tournament Trail and Bassmaster Classic will continue through 2024. “We’re thrilled to continue working alongside the team at Yamaha to support boaters at all levels,” said Bruce Akin, B.A.S.S. CEO. “As we reach new audiences and outdoor enthusiasts, it is great to have a partner like Yamaha, who is dedicated to helping anglers get incredible performance out of thei...