In this edition of The Starting Spot: -Fall turnover can leave a lot of anglers confused and fish-less. But understanding the science of what’s happening to your lake as the temperatures drop can help ...

Gear up for a quick release. A small net and good pliers will help you release fish unharmed. If you want to keep bass to eat ...

Kurt Mazurek writes about all things fishing and the outdoor lifestyle for Fishing On SI -a division of Sports Illustrated. Before writing On SI he enjoyed a successful career in the fishing industry, ...

The Starting Spot Daily Bass Fishing Headlines are the perfect way to start your day with some of the top bass fishing articles on the internet. It’s the quick, informative, how, where, and who you ...

Target current and wind-blown areas where baitfish congregate, then match your lure size and type to whatever forage the smallmouth are feeding on. Cover water aggressively with crankbaits or ...