The Ultimate Angler Championship at Lake Guntersville is making waves as one of the most lucrative bass fishing events ever held. With an incredible $1 million total purse and a staggering $500,000 first-place payout, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Anglers from across every major tour have converged on Goose Pond Colony for their shot at life-changing money. Competition runs October 9–11, marking three days of high-stakes fishing that will crown one ultimate champion. .
Gamakatsu Is Hiring
Gamakatsu is growing and looking for motivated people to join the team! They are currently hiring for two exciting positions — Product Development Specialist and Assistant Sales Manager. The Product Development Specialist will play a key role in driving innovation, blending real-world fishing expertise with creative product design to deliver gear that meets the highest industry standards. The Assistant Sales Manager will support our sales team through customer engagement and travel-based sales activities, with opportunities for long-term growth and advancement. Learn more about both openings here.
Skirt Adjustments On The Fly
Want to make your jigs even more deadly – without heading back to the shop? Do-it Molds & Matt Luna show you how to make skirt adjustments on the fly in the latest “How We Do-it On the Water” video! Learn the simple techniques to add flash, or adjust your jig skirts right on the water, giving you the flexibility to match conditions and stay one step ahead of the bite. Whether it’s subtle tweaks or full skirt swaps, this video breaks it all down so you can make adjustments smarter, not harder. Watch the Video Here!
Featuring a wide-bodied shape that mimics bluegill, sunfish, and large baitfish, the Berkley Powerbait Maxscent Flux Gill Creature Bait expands your soft bait arsenal with a large profile that appears clearly on forward-facing sonar. Built around Berkley’s ‘flux-based’ honeycomb technology for maximum scent dispersion, the Flux Gill is infused with Powerbait Maxscent formula which adds scent release to the legendary Powerbait formula to expand your strike zone and attract more fish. The center rib provides versatile rigging options, as anglers can Texas-rig the Flux Gill using an extra wide gap hook, nose hook it on a drop shot, or take advantage of its slow rate of fall with a weightless or free rig. Available in a wide range of colors to match the forage in your local waters, the Berkley Powerbait Maxscent Flux Gill Creature Bait allows anglers to overcome fishery pressure and target opportunistic fish looking for a bigger meal. Check out the full selection here.
Introducing The Best On Tour Breakdown — your behind-the-scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing. Each episode dives into the stories shaping the sport, from industry trends to pro angler moments and everything in between. In this episode, we cover the Elite Series cuts, celebrity first pitches, the legacy of the rattle trap, and how private equity is changing the fishing landscape — plus a bonus look at fishing superstitions and good luck charms that keep anglers believing. Check it out here.
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14th Annual Toyota Bonus Bucks Owners Tournament
The 14th Annual Toyota Bonus Bucks Owners Tournament is headed to legendary Lake Guntersville for the first time, and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest yet. Nearly 250 boats are already registered, but there’s still room to join the fun—we’re not capping the field until 300 boats! This event is all about good fishing, great prizes, and even better company. As Mike Iaconelli says, “The Toyota Owners Tournament has a family reunion feel to it and is something I look forward to every fall.” Don’t miss out on this year’s action. Register here.
Fishing shirts are an essential part of any angler’s wardrobe, offering comfort, protection, and performance on the water. But with so many styles and materials to choose from, finding the perfect one can be tricky. To make it easier, AFTCO has broken down the most common types of fishing shirts and their benefits—helping you choose the best option for your next trip. Read the full blog here.
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