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Randy Blaukat, one of the loudest critics of forward-facing sonar, designed a jig that might be one of the BEST forward-facing jigs ever made. In this video, I put the Randy Blaukat Jig to the test and break down why it’s a deadly weapon for late summer and fall bass fishing. It’s basically open-water flipping — dropping a custom jig on fish you see in real time with forward-facing sonar. I’ll show you exactly how to fish it, the rod and reel setup I use, and underwater footage of the jig in action so you can see what makes it different. Whether you love or hate LiveScope, this jig technique is catching bass and making waves in tournaments right now.

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Bass fishing is changing fast, and younger anglers might just have the edge – and we just saw it in the Ultimate Angler Championship where Tucker Smith won one of the biggest tournaments ever on Lake Guntersville. In this video, we break down whether young anglers are actually better at fishing, or if it’s simply that the sport has evolved. From college and high school tournaments to Bassmaster and Major League Fishing, the next generation is growing up with forward-facing sonar, finesse rigs, and new techniques that veteran pros had to adapt to later in their careers. But does that make them better—or just different? I’ll share my perspective from years on the water, why young anglers are excelling, and how experience and old-school knowledge still play a massive role in winning tournaments.

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The Ultimate Angler World Championship is coming to Lake Guntersville with over $1 million in payouts, a $500,000 first-place prize, and a bold ban on forward-facing sonar—making it the biggest tournament in bass fishing history. In this video, I break down how the qualification process works, why grass fishing and old-school techniques will dominate, and what this event means for Bassmaster, Major League Fishing, and the future of tournament fishing.

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A wild day on the lake turned into one of my best mornings of the year, and it all came down to a fluke trick I learned last fall. Another boat pulled up right next to me and couldn’t buy a bite, but with this setup I caught fish after fish. In this video, I’ll show you the simple adjustments and sneaky rigging tricks that make a fluke so deadly in fall conditions — especially for pressured bass in clear water. From how to rig it, how to retrieve it, and when to throw it, this fluke hack will help you catch more bass anywhere you fish. #tournament #bassfishing #bassfishingtips #secret #fallfishing

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Lake Guntersville is legendary for giant bass and the host for the biggest tournament ever – The Ultimate Angler Championship — and flipping heavy grass and thick weeds is one of the best ways to catch them. In this video, I head back to the same area where I finished 3rd in a tournament and break down the exact keys to flipping and pitching in heavy cover. From picking the right flipping bait and soft plastic creature lures, to choosing the perfect rod, reel, and heavy line setup, I’ll show you how to get more bites in some of the nastiest grass on the lake. Whether you’re fishing matted hydrilla, milfoil edges, or shallow grass beds, these flipping tips will help you hook into more big bass. If you love power fishing and tournament strategies, you won’t want to miss this Lake Guntersville breakdown!

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Flipping and pitching heavy cover is one of the deadliest ways to catch giant bass—but the real secret isn’t just the bait or the setup, it’s how you work it once it hits the water. In this video, I break down 4 sneaky retrieve tricks that pros don’t talk about but use all the time to pull fish out of thick grass, weeds, and heavy mats. From subtle shakes to reaction-inducing pops, these retrieves will help you trigger more bites and land more bass when you’re flipping. I’ll walk you through exactly how to fish each one, the gear I use, and why these little adjustments can be the difference between an empty livewell and a tournament-winning bag.

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When bass are pressured and the water is clear, you need something different to trigger bites—and this fluke rig might be too good. In this video, I break down a power finesse fluke setup that swims and vibrates almost like a crankbait, giving you flash, action, and subtle vibration that bass can’t resist. It’s perfect for fooling big, smart fish that have seen every chatterbait, swimbait, and Texas-rigged worm thrown at them.

I’ll show you how to rig it, the rod and reel setup you need, and how to fish it to get the most natural swimming action. Whether you’re chasing pressured bass on clear lakes or just want a deadly new tool for your tackle box, this fluke rig might just feel illegal once you see how many fish it catches.

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Sometimes the smallest adjustments catch the most bass. In this video, I put the Megabass Karashi—a tiny Japanese twitch bait—to the test in brutal late-summer and early fall conditions and caught 25 fish in just 2 hours. This bait might look small, but its unique walk, glide, and hover action or I-motion is unlike anything else and triggers pressured bass when nothing else works.

I’ll walk you through how to fish it, the rod and reel setup you need, and why this “tiny trick” is catching tournament anglers off guard. Whether you’re bank fishing, chasing schooling bass, or targeting tough late-summer fish, this could be the sleeper bait you need in your box.

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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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