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I’ll be honest — this might be the most personal video I’ve ever made. A few weeks ago, I had a serious health issue that sent me straight to the hospital for surgery… and for a while, I thought that might be the end of this channel. In this video, I open up about what happened, what it made me realize about life, fishing, and creating content — and how close I came to losing it all.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like behind the camera, the grind of creating fishing videos, or the toll chasing your passion can take, this is the truth. I’m beyond grateful for the support you guys have shown — and I’m not done yet. The comeback starts now.

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In bass fishing, imitation isn’t just flattery — it’s part of the game. Recently, pro angler Matt Becker and Epic Baits dropped their Scan Head jig, which looks similar to the LIVE Rocker Jig I designed with Gambler Lures a couple years ago. It’s not an exact copy, but it takes the same forward-facing sonar-focused concept and puts their own spin on it.

In this video, I’m taking things a step further — prototyping a new version of the LIVE Rocker Jig for big fluke lure like the Sakamata Shad, and YOU get to help decide which one’s better. We’ll break down the design, action, and rigging options, and test them on the water to see which performs best for “jig and minnow” fishing, hover strolling, and open-water flipping. Whether you’re a tournament angler, weekend warrior, or just into bass lure design, this is your chance to weigh in on the next generation of forward-facing fishing jigs.

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What happens when your entire tournament plan falls apart? In this video, I take you behind the scenes of a real bass fishing tournament where I ended up finishing 3rd — but not by sticking to the script. From throwing a chatterbait and big fluke to working deep water ledges, nothing was getting it done… until I switched gears and started fishing a wacky Neko Rig worm and flipping shallow with an old-school soft plastic creature bait I’ve used in past top finishes, including a 2nd place in a BFL. This last-minute adjustment turned the day around — and exposed one of the real cheat codes in tournament bass fishing that the pros quietly lean on. Whether you’re fishing summer tournaments, pressured lakes, or just want to know what really works when it counts, this breakdown is for you.

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There’s a deadly fluke-style bait technique quietly dominating tournaments—and it helped me win my first bass tournament on Lake Guntersville. In this video, I break down how pros are using oversized soft plastic jerkbaits like the Zoom Super Fluke, Sakamata Shad, and the Crush City Mooch Minnow with a unique late-summer retrieve that puts pressured bass in the boat. Whether you’re covering water or targeting isolated fish around grass and offshore cover, this fluke trick is a must-know for any angler heading into the dog days of summer. I’ll show you the exact rod and reel setup, hook choice, and subtle retrieve changes that can make all the difference. If you’re serious about catching more bass right now—this is the video to watch. #bassfishing #fishingtips #tournament #winter

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If you’re fishing Mini Chatterbaits and not doing THIS — you’re leaving bites on the table. In this video, I break down a sneaky jig trick I wish I knew sooner about fishing Mini Chatterbaits like the Z-Man Mini Max and the JDM Jackall Break Blade. I show you exactly how to rig and retrieve them for summer bass fishing and why tournament anglers are quietly leaning into these small bladed jigs with these unique retrieves. Whether you’re fishing grass or swimming over deep brush, this mini chatterbait tip will change how you fish finesse chatterbaits forever.

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ICAST is the biggest event in the fishing industry — but no one’s talking about the real problem. In this video, I break down why I believe ICAST is in serious trouble not only being overshadowed by the Bassmaster Classic, but how it’s falling into the same trap as tournament bass fishing: out of touch, overhyped, and disconnected from the everyday angler. From empty booths to influencer overload and industry echo chambers, ICAST 2024 feels more like a fading trade show than the pulse of fishing innovation. If things don’t change, I don’t think it lasts. Whether you’re a weekend angler, industry insider, or just tired of the same old hype, this is a conversation we need to have. #icast2025 #bassfishing #tournament #icast #fishingtips

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Looking for the best baits to catch more bass this July? These tournament-proven lures are producing right now — whether you’re fishing shallow grass or offshore structure. In this video, I break down the exact baits helping anglers like me make top 10s in summer tournaments, including the ChatterBait Mini Max, a Carolina Rig, a frog or topwater lure, and a sneaky hover strolling rig that’s catching pressured fish when nothing else will. If you’re trying to figure out what to tie on during the heat of summer, these are the baits trusted by tournament pros and weekend grinders alike to get more bites and better quality bass.

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If you’re serious about bass fishing, fishing tournaments, or just want to visit one of the best lakes in the country – this is the tackle shop you need to see. In this video, we take you inside Guntersville Tackle & Outdoors at Goosepond, one of the most loaded and pro-driven shops on Lake Guntersville. From hard-to-find JDM baits, tournament-ready gear, and soft plastics the pros are actually using, to walls stacked with ChatterBaits, crankbaits, and flipping baits, this place has everything a tournament angler could dream of and a boat ramp! So if you’re in to frog fishing, flipping, or just want to gear up for your next tournament this bait shop is worth a visit! #BassFishing #LakeGuntersville #tackleshop #FishingTackle #Tournament #lake #Bassmaster #FishingGear #FishingTips #FishingLife #fishinglures

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The secret’s out on the scrounger jig — and it’s making serious waves in summer bass tournaments! Jacob Wheeler’s been using it, Dustin Connell won on it! In this video, we break down why pro anglers on the Bassmaster and Major League Fishing circuits are quietly using this soft-bill jig to consistently finish in the top 10. You’ll see exactly how to fish the scrounger jig for big bass in hot summer conditions, what trailers work best, and the subtle tricks that give it a lifelike swimming action no crankbait or swimbait can match. If you’re looking to upgrade your summer bass fishing game or discover a tournament-proven finesse power tactic, this one’s a must-watch.

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