Jeff Gustafson, Author at Ontario OUT of DOORS Magazine

Here are the finer points in making drop-shot rigs to catch some of the biggest smallmouth bass of your life.

Choosing the right hooks for the right job increases your chances of getting more bites and landing more fish.

I always carry both power and finesse set-ups…Knowing when to choose one over the other can help you put more fish in the boat.

These hairy lookin' dice baits for bass have exploded. What do the fish think it is? I have no idea, but they work. Here's how to make them.

So, if you choose to fish with forward-facing sonar, do it responsibly. If you prefer to fish without it, that’s fine too.

If you’ve only ever used live bait, it can be hard to believe that soft baits can be as effective — but they often outperform live bait.