Everyone Thinks ICAST Is Fun… Here’s the Truth - feat. Josh Bertrand (ICAST 2026 ep 2 of 4)

Everyone sees ICAST… but not everyone understands what it’s really like.In this episode of our Best On Tour ICAST series, we sit down with MLF pro Josh Bertrand to break down the reality of ICAST from an angler’s perspective.From long days in the booth to nonstop media, sponsor obligations, and after-hours networking, Josh shares what actually goes into being a professional angler at one of the biggest events in the fishing industry.We also dive into how ICAST has changed over the years, the truth about sponsorship opportunities, and what anglers should (and shouldn’t) expect when they attend.If you’ve ever thought ICAST was just fun and free gear… this one might surprise you.In this episode:• What pro anglers actually do at ICAST• The reality behind sponsor obligations• Why ICAST is more work than most people think• How anglers balance multiple brands• The truth about getting sponsors at the show• Why the third day of ICAST matters more than you think• How social media has changed everythingThis is just 1 of our interviews for our ICAST 2026 series. We’re talking to some of the most influential people in fishing to bring you real insight from inside ICAST.👉 Make sure to SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss the next episode!Sign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.netFollow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass