Best on Tour Breakdown

This is the finale of our ICAST 2026 series, where we present highlights from all four interviews we did and add additional context and commentary. Watch/listen to the full interviews for more, and please let us know your feedback on this series! Thanks for watching or listening. 👇 Links & Timestamps👇1:13 Influencer - Hilary MartinFull interview 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8QsvEEccTI8:53 Pro Angler - Josh BertrandFull interview 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af6mxp1pKTQ17:16 Brand Owner - John CrewsFull interview 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cksKizjjGyQ24:55 Sales Rep - Carl CarsonFull interview 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlDvl-_SrZcSign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.netWhat is ICAST really like behind the scenes? In our new Best On Tour ICAST 2026 video series, we take you inside the biggest event in the fishing industry through the eyes of the people who actually live it. From pro anglers and brand owners to sales reps and influencers, this series pulls back the curtain on what really happens at ICAST, and how the industry actually works!Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbassThe Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.

What does a fishing industry sales rep actually do at ICAST?In this episode of our Best On Tour ICAST series, we sit down with industry veteran Carl Carson to break down the side of ICAST most people never see.From months of preparation and booth setup to nonstop meetings and relationship-building, Carl shares what it really takes to represent brands and drive business at the biggest trade show in fishing.We also dive into how ICAST has evolved over the years from catalog sales and surprise product launches to today’s fast-moving world of social media, influencers, and early releases.In this episode:• What a sales rep actually does at ICAST• The insane prep before the show even opens• How brands sell products months (or years) in advance• Why some reps never even see the show floor• Where real business and deals actually happen• How social media changed product launches forever• The biggest trends shaping the fishing industryThis 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

What does it actually take to succeed at ICAST as a fishing brand?In this episode of our Best On Tour ICAST series, we sit down with Missile Baits owner and Elite Series pro John Crews to break down the real business behind one of the biggest trade shows in the fishing industry.From year-round preparation to last-minute chaos, John shares what it takes to launch new products, build relationships, and turn ICAST into real sales, not just exposure!We also dive into how fishing brands succeed (or fail) at ICAST, what some companies get wrong, and how the game has evolved with influencers, content, and modern marketing.If you’ve ever wondered how baits actually go from concept to sell-out success… this is an inside look!In this episode:• How much planning really goes into ICAST• The stress of launching new products• Why some companies fail at trade shows• How Missile Baits approaches sales vs marketing• The evolution of product launches in the fishing industry• Building long-term relationships in the business• Advice for anglers trying to break into the industryThis 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

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

What is ICAST really like behind the scenes?In this episode of our Best On Tour ICAST series, we sit down with Hilary Martin to break down what it’s actually like working one of the biggest events in the fishing industry as an influencer.From balancing sponsor obligations to meeting fans, creating content, and navigating the chaos of the show floor, Hilary shares a real, inside look at ICAST.We also dive into her journey from attending her first ICAST at just 14 years old to becoming a recognized name in the space, plus how she manages brand relationships, content creation, and everything in between.In this episode:• How Hilary Martin prepares for ICAST• What brands expect from influencers at the show• Behind-the-scenes of sponsor relationships• Balancing content creation vs obligations• Growing up in the fishing industry• The rise of female anglers in the sport• What makes ICAST such a big opportunityThis 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

👇 Links & Timestamps👇0:30 Buzz - The Leash 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/The_Leash_Outboard_Motor_Tether/descpage-PSRTL.html?from=BOT4:40 Banter - Michael Neal's #1 Tip For SuccessFull video 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvHMtKhuZl4Facebook post shown 👉 https://www.facebook.com/reel/93559605952259110:16 Baits - Missile Baits Buzz WagonGet some 👉 https://www.missilebaits.store/products/buzz-wagon?bg_ref=MUYPk8OMKF&tid1=bot_youtube16:20 Business - Behind the scenes of ICAST24:29 Bonus - 2012 Bassmaster Classic, Red River, Gerald Swindle cuts off stuffed giraffe's foot!! 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/@bestontourbassThe Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.

Will this event be a success? Are you going to watch/attend? Leave a comment!Huge thank you to Brian Bird and World Bass Enterprises for coming on the Best on Tour Breakdown podcast for this interview.This pay-per-view event could change professional bass fishing forever. Today's guest is risking millions of dollars of his own money… in an attempt to completely change what professional bass fishing could become. We’re talking about a tournament with a bigger payout than the Bassmaster Classic & Major League Fishing's REDCREST combined, x2... The Champions tournament by World Bass Enterprises is possibly the biggest gamble in bass fishing history. We're gonna talk about the tournament rules — because there are rules in this event that we've never seen before.We're gonna talk about the live stream for folks at home — why is it pay-per-view?We're gonna talk about the fan experience — is it actually worth traveling to attend this event in person?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/@bestontourbassThe Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.

In this bonus episode of the Best on Tour Breakdown podcast, Jason Christie joins us to reveal the strategy and setup he used to win the recent Bassmaster Elite Series event on the Pasquotank River / Albemarle Sound to win his 10th Bassmaster title (putting him in elite company) and another $100,000 towards his career earnings. He swore he'd never buy an urchin, now here he is revealing pro tips on how to rig an urchin / coike style bait!Jason's signature reel 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/SPRO_Jason_Christie_Elite_MG_Casting_Reels/descpage-JCELM.html?from=BOT Sunline Shooter 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Sunline_Shooter_Fluorocarbon/descpage-SNSH.html?from=BOTSign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=christie2Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

👇 Links & Timestamps👇0:28 Buzz - The Forward Facing Sonar DebateMark Daniels Jr video mentioned 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t44KfcD1gpc8:02 Banter - Banks ShawStats graphic shown 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14hv3MhjfzX/15:35 Baits - Coike StraightThe bait 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/hiedup-coike-straight-elastomer-110-mm?sca_ref=10514177.lonIbY6kZ5hdLE&sca_source=bot_breakdownVideo shown 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qj1StYmfRgs19:55 Business - Contingency programsYamaha Power Pay 👉 https://yamahapowerpay.com/22:42 Bonus - Pat Schlapper's DIY jigs Do-it Molds 👉 https://store.do-itmolds.com/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/@bestontourbassThe Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.

Click here 👉 https://bestontour.net/weather for the worksheet + your free 30-day Bass Forecast PRO membershipWe all know that weather is extremely important when it comes to fishing, but there are a ton of misconceptions out there. Do bass "feel" barometric pressure changes? Does the moon phase matter? What does refraction have to do with catching fish? How does all this apply to my specific body of water? We at Best on Tour partnered with Bass Forecast to bring you The Ultimate Weather Guide for Bass Fishing, where you will learn the answers to all these questions and much more!Mike Mehlmann, CEO of Bass Forecast, joins Jordan on this special "Masterclass" edition of the Best on Tour Breakdown. Follow along as they discuss the 7 keys to weather, how they relate to bass behavior, and how the Bass Forecast app makes it easy to figure out what's going down on the water.Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

👇 Links & Timestamps👇0:25 Buzz - "The Champions" tournament by World Bass EnterprisesMore info 👉 https://www.worldbassenterprises.com/5:13 Banter - Best rod for Coike fishingThe rod 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/phenix-m1-casting-rod?variant=43681427685591?sca_ref=10514177.lonIbY6kZ5hdLE&sca_source=botbd_ep16Video shown 👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/DYqKe5YR_kN/8:33 Baits - Dave Lefebre's $200,000 Chatterbait setupThe bait 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/z-man-evergreen-jackhammer-chatterbait?variant=43000408539351?sca_ref=10514177.lonIbY6kZ5hdLE&sca_source=botbd_ep16The trailer 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/zoom-uv-ultra-vibe-speed-craw?variant=42999762616535?sca_ref=10514177.lonIbY6kZ5hdLE&sca_source=botbd_ep16(Bass Pro trailer mentioned is discontinued)Video shown 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@davelefebre/video/764454224911144065413:26 Business - West Marine Files for Chapter 11 BankruptcyArticle shown 👉 https://boatingindustry.com/breaking-news/2026/05/18/west-marine-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy/16:03 Bonus - Bassfan rankings update Post shown 👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/DY4fgalRo88/Sign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbassThe Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.

0:22 Buzz - Carter Nutt Wins Pro Circuit on Douglas Lake3:25 Banter - New Tennessee State Record Largemouth Bass7:12 Baits - Bassmaster Tuesday Night Live Winning Baits (Mike Iaconelli & Drew Benton)Berkley Powerbait Maxscent General 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Berkley_Powerbait_Maxscent_The_General_Worm/descpage-DMGS.html?from=BOTBerkley Fusion Wacky Jighead 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Berkley_Fusion19_Weighted_Wacky_Head_5pk/descpage-WTW.html?from=BOTNories Front Flapper 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Nories_Front_Flapper_Curly_Creature_Bait_4_5pk/descpage-NFFC.html?from=BOTNories Laterrie 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Nories_Latterie_Neko_Rig_Worm_525_8pk_/descpage-NLATSW.html?from=BOTSPRO Wacky Snack 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/SPRO_Wacky_Snack_Worm_7pk/descpage-SSNS.html?from=BOT13:26 Business - New Sunglasses from GamakatsuLearn more 👉 https://gamakatsu.com/gspecx?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep1516:03 Bonus - New Coike Models Available NowKyu Coike (9mm) 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/hiedup-kyu-coike?sca_ref=10514177.lonIbY6kZ5hdLE&sca_source=bot_youtube_ep15Coike Fish Elastomer M (17mm) 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/hiedup-coike-fish-elastomer-m-1?sca_ref=10514177.lonIbY6kZ5hdLE&sca_source=bot_youtube_ep15Coike Straight (110mm) 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/hiedup-coike-straight-elastomer-110-mm?sca_ref=10514177.lonIbY6kZ5hdLE&sca_source=bot_youtube_ep15Blog shown 👉 https://bestontour.net/blog/new-coike-models-out-now/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep15Sign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep15

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.The 5 B's in this episode:1:09 Buzz - Tuesday Night Live PairingsBlog shown 👉 https://bestontour.net/blog/bassmaster-tuesday-night-live-teams-officially-announced-after-fan-voting/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep_1411:58 Banter - Jason Christie & Drew CookVideo shown 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EMvuSLmt0E15:52 Baits - What baits will play in Bassmaster Tuesday Night Live?20:31 Business - The business behind Bassmaster Tuesday Night LivePost shown 👉 https://bestontour.net/blog/bassmaster-tuesday-night-live-2026-announcement/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep_1426:28 Bonus - Mark Zona & Dave Mercer fishing together?Video shown 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVVMBSgfBjwSign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep14Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

In this bonus episode of the Best on Tour Breakdown, Jason Christie joins us to reveal the strategy and setup he used to win the recent Bassmaster Elite Series event on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway to win his 9th Bassmaster title and another $100,000 towards his career earnings. The winning gear:Booyah Covert Single Colorado Spinnerbait 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Booyah_Covert_Single_Colorado_Spinnerbaits/descpage-BCSCSB.html?from=BOTCovert Heat Map (spinnerbait selection tool) 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/bass-fishing/gear-guides/booyah-covert-series-spinnerbait-heat-map-for-bass-fishing.html?from=BOTYUM Covert Trailer 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Yum_Covert_Trailer/descpage-YCTT.html?from=BOTSPRO Jason Christie Elite MG Casting Reel 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/SPRO_Jason_Christie_Elite_MG_Casting_Reels/descpage-JCELM.html?from=BOTFalcon Cara Casting Rod 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Falcon_Cara_Casting_Rods/descpage-FCNC.html?from=BOTSunline Shooter Fluoro 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Sunline_Shooter_Fluorocarbon/descpage-SNSH.html?from=BOTSign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=christie1Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.The 5 B's in this episode:1:02 BuzzBanks Shaw wins another oneArticle shown 👉 https://majorleaguefishing.com/pro-circuit/shaw-comes-from-behind-for-another-tennessee-river-win/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep_135:43 BanterThese are the top 10 bass anglers in the worldPost shown 👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/DVhB7udjtjTBassFan World Rankings 👉 https://www.in-fisherman.com/bassfan/world-rankings/542043/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep_1310:52 BaitsDylan Nutt's Bassmaster Classic winning bait: Berkley Lab Series MinnowReel shown 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1JuJZxT4kv/18:48 BusinessDylan Nutt denied sponsorship by Abu Garcia 9yrs ago Post shown 👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/DWIMTtBlMOs22:43 BonusKVD returns to competitive fishing?Article shown 👉 https://usangling.org/kvd-to-play-dual-role-for-usa-at-world-championship/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep_13Sign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep13Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

In this bonus episode of the Best on Tour Breakdown, Mark Zona & Dave Mercer join me to discuss the reality that comes with being a Bassmaster Classic winner. We go into some of the behind the scenes questions that many people often wonder about: How many media interviews is he getting hit with right now, and how much more money is he about to make beyond the $300,000 prize?Sign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=zonamercerclassicFollow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.The 5 B's in this episode:1:10 BuzzThe new $3M World Bass Enterprises tournamentMore info 👉 https://worldbassenterprises.com/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep_129:52 BanterGuy pulls his lower unit from bottom of frozen lakePost shown 👉 https://www.instagram.com/reels/DTLY-Kyka9N/15:15 BaitsTop 5 Jig Trailers (LureLens)LureLens channel 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@TheLureLens?sub_confirmation=122:40 BusinessRandy Blaukat: Are Fishing Seminars Dead?Post shown 👉 https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1434200288098665&id=10004526122867628:08 BonusTexas angler catches 13+lb bass THREE TIMES! Article shown 👉 https://www.wired2fish.com/news/texas-angler-catches-the-same-bass-weighing-over-13-pounds-a-third-time/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep_12Sign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep12Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

Enter the giveaway 👉 https://bestontour.net/11-2/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=bot_breakdown&utm_content=ep_11The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.The 5 B's in this episode:2:14 BuzzKevin & Dylan Riney: Arkansas Legacy Lunker InterviewWatch the FULL interview here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSqOHuc-ScQ10:30 BanterIs social media more influential than tournaments when it comes to lure sales?FB post shown 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17XdnBTvFX16:46 BaitsLureLens REVEAL! Check out the channel 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@TheLureLens?sub_confirmation=1 20:16 BusinessThe finances of tournament fishing...23:50 BonusBelle Kusske: Lake Biwa trip with Masayuki Matsushita (thanks to Kenta Kimura)Belle's socials: https://www.instagram.com/bellekusske https://www.instagram.com/gooseriverapparel Sign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep11Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.The 5 B's in this episode:1:12 BuzzRick Clunn's return to competitive bass fishing, this time in the NPFL!FW article mentioned 👉 https://thefishingwire.com/rick-clunn-bass-blaster-interview-bass-fishing-legend-insists-i-never-retired-before-npfl-return-at-age-80/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep_103:23 BanterWhich PBs should count vs which ones should not... FB post shown 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1KNsNGCCvr/7:28 BaitsVintage Bagley crankbaits, Wiggle Warts, collecting, and more. Check out Bagley's new baits 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/catpage-BAGLY.html?from=BOT14:16 BusinessThe rise and fall of the Googan Squad from an industry perspective. Shop Googan baits 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/catpage-GOOGANSQUAD.html?from=BOTIG post mentioned 👉 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSk32aCElyv/22:56 Bonus: Back deck forward facing sonar setups. IG video shown 👉 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DS1P7XUE69U/Shop BeatDown mounts 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/catpage-BEATDOUTDOO.html?from=BOTSign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep10Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.The 5 B's in this episode:0:54 BuzzDrew Gill is the youngest MLF angler to hit $1,000,000 in earnings Article mentioned 👉 https://majorleaguefishing.com/bass-pro-tour/gill-sets-the-bar-as-mlfs-youngest-bass-fishing-millionaire/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep95:44 BanterThe "illegal" bait in question 👉 https://youtu.be/wlWt_uOivfY9:53 BaitsBill Lewis Big Gizz 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/bill-lewis-big-gizz?sca_ref=10514177.lonIbY6kZ5hdLE&sca_source=bot_youtube14:40 BusinessGolf vs fishing (Justin Rackley AKA Lake Fork Guy clip from BTL) 👉 https://youtu.be/giNNlpr1GyU?t=160522:52 Bonus: Bass catches world record bass in Bass Lake (USA Today FTW article) 👉 https://ftw.usatoday.com/story/sports/outdoors/2025/12/16/fishing-boy-catches-world-record-bass-in-bass-lake/87788339007/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep9Sign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep9Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing.The 5 B's in this episode:1:45 BuzzPolygraphs in bass fishingFB post mentioned 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1FcqD62nKp/8:27 Banter: B.A.S.S.'s updated no-info rule 👉 https://www.bassmaster.com/classic/news/b-a-s-s-announces-updated-no-information-rule-for-classic-elite-series-elite-qualifiers-and-opens/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep816:12 Baits: Berkley PowerBait Triple Minnow Rig Kit 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/berkley-triple-minnow-rig/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep819:10 Business: BeatDown Outdoors Zeroed In FFS Transducer Mount announcement article in FTR 👉 https://fishingtackleretailer.com/beatdown-zeroed-in-ffs-transducer-mount/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep8Shop the mount here 👉 https://beatdownoutdoors.com/products/zero-degree-livescope-mount/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep825:27 Bonus: Ken Smith Fishing epic fail dyeing a Hideup Coike on wife's breakfast table! 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yeIEVy2uVo Sign up for our FREE newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=best_on_tour&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep8Follow Best on Tour:https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBasshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsidershttps://www.instagram.com/bestontourbasshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing. The 5 B's in this episode: 1:21 Buzz: 2026 Cuts Blog 👉 https://bestontour.net/blog/2026-bassmaster-elite-series-roster-updates-cuts-qualifiers-more/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep_7 How the Cuts Work Blog 👉 https://bestontour.net/blog/who-stays-who-goes-inside-the-bassmaster-elite-cut-rules/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep_7 12:01 Banter: Matt Pangrac's mexico bass 👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/DSG2J87kTwq/ 16:00 Baits: Freedom Flyer video 👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/DSGKnf_AUhA/ Shop Missile Baits Freedom Flyer: 👉 https://realdealtackle.com/products/missile-baits-freedom-flyer-minnow?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=freedom_flyer 19:54 Business: Ultimate Angler 2026 annonucement 👉 https://anglerschannel.com/the-ultimate-angler-announces-official-2026-dates?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown 23:18 Bonus: backlash_official post 👉 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRT-gONk7Zt/ Sign up for our free newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=best_on_tour_breakdown&utm_content=ep_7 Follow Best on Tour: https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBass https://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsiders https://www.instagram.com/bestontourbass https://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing. The 5 B's in this episode: 1:37 Buzz: Bassmaster Fan Cam 👉 https://www.bassmaster.com/eqs/news/introducing-the-new-bassmaster-fan-cam-presented-by-b-a-s-s-membership/ 5:44 Banter: MLF official saves Jake Lawrence from falling out of boat! 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1CuGyWUGwt/ 10:09 Baits: Roman Made Negotiator 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Roman_Made_Negotiator_Swimbait/descpage-RMMNSB.html?from=BOT TW Colors 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Roman_Made_Exclusive_Negotiator_Swimbait/descpage-RMTWEX.html?from=BOT Mother Chaser 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Roman_Made_Natural_Wood_Mother_Chaser_Swimbait/descpage-RMMCHSB.html?from=BOT 18:11 Business: NPAA Conference 👉 https://www.npaa.net/conference?utm_source=best+on+tour&utm_medium=podcast 22:00 Bonus: Manabu Kurita's world record bass 👉 https://www.bassfan.com/news_article/3571/record-holder-kurita-haunted-by-sight-of-monster?utm_source=best+on+tour&utm_medium=podcast Livewell video 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MercuryMarine/videos/1052226841897109/?rdid=D3YE9f0XxwU3KYMV# His FB page ​👉 https://www.facebook.com/manabu.kurita/ Sign up for our free newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net Follow Best on Tour: https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBass https://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsiders https://www.instagram.com/bestontourbass/ https://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass https://bestontour.net

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing. The 5 B's in this episode: 1:20 Buzz: Bass Fishing Tournaments in Japan 👉 took 2 bags, 3 guys to carry his fish: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQyW16Vj8V3/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 👉 results: https://bait-biwako.com/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ2jQ0mk5XB/?img_index=2 8:10 Banter: BOT Awards Catch of the Year Comments! 👉 https://www.instagram.com/bestontourbass/reel/DQzpFPDEesh/ 👉https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQxZTuLDiXj/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 13:06 Baits: SPRO KGB Lil Guy 👉https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/SPRO_KGB_Lil_Guy_120_Glide_Bait/descpage-SKLG.html?from=BOT KGB Lil Guy setup! 👉 https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1893124768269096 17:57 Business: Professional Tournaments POSITIVELY impact host cities 👉 https://thefishingwire.com/shreveport-bossier-city-set-to-host-mlfs-bass-pro-shops-summit-cup-presented-by-zenni/?utm_source=MV_The+Fishing+Wire+Newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=HTMLLinkID%3a+12&utm_campaign=The+Fishing+Wire%3a+November+6%2c+2025 21:40 Bonus: INSANE Japanese Tackle Shops 👉 https://www.instagram.com/p/DPTGxCVkSwZ/?igsh=M3k3N3lpcWczZzZt Sign up for our free newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net Follow Best on Tour: https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBass https://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsiders https://www.instagram.com/bestontourbass/ https://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass https://bestontour.net

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing. The 5 B's in this episode: 1:30 Buzz: Ultimate Angler Championship! 👉 https://www.si.com/onsi/fishing/bass-fishing/forward-facing-sonar-myth-busted 6:09 Banter: Josh Jones - Oklahoma Trophy Bass Pioneer? 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1B1Ufj9TZZ/ 10:03 Baits: Berkley Powerbait Maxscent Flux Gill 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Berkley_PowerBait_Maxscent_Flux_Gill_Creature_Bait/descpage-PBMF.html?from=BOT 12:58 Business: Omnia Fishing X Thorne Brothers 👉 https://www.omniafishing.com/omnia-videos/omnia-thorne? 17:06 Bonus: Will New Tournament Rules Go Down the Ladder? 👉 https://www.wired2fish.com/opinions-philosophies/how-bass-pro-ffs-rules-will-reshape-smaller-tournaments Sign up for our free newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net Follow Best on Tour: https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBass https://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsiders https://www.instagram.com/bestontourbass/ https://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass https://bestontour.net

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing. The 5 B's in this episode: 1:22 Buzz: No-info rules in pro bass organizations. NPFL no info rule 👉 https://thenationalprofessionalfishingleague.com/2025/09/29/npfl-amends-no-info-rule/ 6:30 Banter: Bass literally jumps in the boat! 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTMDoKD8b/ 10:03 Baits: The Z-Man Swag LT Swimbait Shop now 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Z-Man_Swag_LT_Swimbait/descpage-ZSLTS.html?from=BOT Read the FTR article 👉 https://fishingtackleretailer.com/swag-lt-big-swagger-big-attitude-now-in-stock/ 12:58 Business: Entry fee & payout structuring changes. BPT payout structure changes 👉 https://majorleaguefishing.com/bass-pro-tour/major-league-fishing-announces-bass-pro-tour-payout-structure-enhancements-for-2026/ MLF entry fee & payout changes 👉 https://thefishingwire.com/mlf-announces-lower-entry-fees-bigger-payouts-for-2026-phoenix-bass-fishing-league/ 17:06 Bonus: Holding Bassmaster pundits accountable. 👉 https://www.bassmaster.com/elite/news/predicting-each-rookies-best-elite-finish-in-2025/ ​ Sign up for our free newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net Follow Best on Tour: https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBass https://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsiders https://www.instagram.com/bestontourbass/ https://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass https://bestontour.net

The Best on Tour Breakdown is the behind the scenes briefing on the buzz, banter, baits, and business of bass fishing. The 5 B's in this episode: Buzz: Jacob Wheeler's 6 year domination streak. Banter: If you could only fish one lake for the rest of your life, which one would you choose? Baits: The best new dice & fuzzy baits. Business: How tariffs are affecting the bass fishing industry. Bonus: Our new AI chat bot, ChatBOT! Links mentioned in the show: Sign up for our free newsletter 👉 https://bestontour.net BassFan World Rankings 👉 https://bassfan.com/rankings.asp Tackle Warehouse ICAST Viewers Choice Awards 👉 https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/bass-fishing/best-of/icast-viewers-choice-winners-2025.html Tariff blog 👉 https://bestontour.net/blog/why-your-fishing-gear-costs-more-in-2025-tariffs-explained/ Follow Best on Tour: https://www.facebook.com/BestOnTourBass https://www.facebook.com/groups/botinsiders https://www.instagram.com/bestontourbass/ https://www.tiktok.com/@bestontourbass https://bestontour.net Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:03 Buzz 3:07 Banter 8:22 Baits 10:44 Business 13:23 Bonus