Tackle Talk - Bass Fishing Podcast

On today's episode: It's been a while, so we open up the Mailbag and answer a ton of your fishing question right here on the show. Did your question make it? Presented by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% off!*

On today's episode we're joined by the newest Bassmaster Elite Series Champion, Jay Przekurat. We chat with Mr. Century Belt himself about his career path so far, his recent HUGE win on the St. Lawrence River, and we pick his brain on the wonderful world of dropshotting. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% off your next order!

On today's episode: We talk about putting together a summer pattern, we answer a few listener questions, Major League Fishing makes an angler forfeit their Stage One money and points, and this week's clickbait story of the week you need to watch out for. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors Use Code TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off Your Entire Order! *Some exclusions apply.

On today's episode, we have a complete recap of ICAST 2022. I flew down and attended ICAST myself for the first time, JUST so that we could talk about it on today's episode. The good, the bad, the ugly.. the newest baits, the most anticipated rods and reels, the award winners, the junk and duds, we cover it all and we're joined by some awesome guests, including: Kevin Van Dam, Gerald Swindle, Brent Ehler, Chris Zaldain, Ott DeFoe, Mark Rose, Brett Hite, Matt Robertson, John Crews, David Fritts, Michael Neal, Alton Jones Jr., Alex Rudd, Kevin Brightwell, Alex Davis, Joe Meyer, and more! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode we talk tips for fishing Chatterbaits! We also breakdown the Tackle Talk Podcast summer box from Dark Horse Tackle and as expected, the Bassmaster Elite Series anglers are smoking smallmouth on the St. Lawrence River. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode we do a side by side comparison between the Shimano Curado K 200 with the newer Shimano Curado 150 MGL. We also talk "new" products that aren't really new but claim to be, and we prep for a smallie beatdown on the St. Lawrence River at this week's Bassmaster Elite Series stop. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode a new state record Smallmouth was caught in New York, we have some inside information about new baits coming out from the biggest company in the industry, and we deep cranking for Summer fish. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode, we give you a sneak peak at two brand new lures that will be coming out at ICAST and we answer a few of your questions about reel choice and fishing knots. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode we review the hottest bait on the market right now, the Megabass Sleeper Gill. I got one, I've thrown it, I've fished it, and as always I will give you my completely unbiased opinion. All that and more on this episode of Tackle Talk. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode we talk about 3 great worms to throw in the summertime. We also recap Stage 5 of the Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour, and we alk about a brand new kayak that was just released. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode we have the return of the mailbag. You guys have been asking for another mailbag episode so here it is, loaded with your fishing questions. We also have some Elite Series results from Pickwick lake, and a heck of a giveaway from American Legacy Fishing. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode I give you guys my first impression on the new kayak I just bought. We cover the initial pros and cons, and things to think about if you're venturing into the world of pedal drive kayaks. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode we talk about WHEN you should start throwing topwater each year, we pay our respects to a pioneer of the sport, and we recap smackdown the Bassmaster Elite Series put on Lake Fork. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

Welcome to Episode 4 of Breaking the Mold, presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This 4-part series goes in-depth with some of the most creative, unique, and impactful lure designers in the fishing industry today. On today's episode we are joined by Berkley MaxScent guru, Mr. Mark Sexton. We chat about the MaxScent development process, testing, formula, and more! Presented By: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

Welcome to Episode 3 of Breaking the Mold, presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This 4-part series goes in-depth with some of the most creative, unique, and impactful lure designers in the fishing industry today. On today's episode we have the pleasure of being joined by 2019 Bassmaster Classic Champion, one of the best anglers on the planet and a heck of a lure designer for Rapala, Mr. Ott DeFoe. Presented By: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

Welcome to Episode 2 of Breaking the Mold, presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This 4-part series goes in-depth with some of the most creative, unique, and impactful lure designers in the fishing industry today. On today's episode we talk jigs with owner and designer of Beast Coast Fishing, Derek Carr. Presented By: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

Ladies and Gentleman welcome to Episode 1 of Breaking the Mold, presented by the Tackle Talk Podcast. This 4-part series goes in-depth with some of the most creative, unique, and impactful lure designers in the fishing industry today. On today's episode we are joined by the designer of the Rage Tail family of products, Mr. Steve Big O Parks! Presented By: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episdoe we reveal what we've been working on for months, the next multipart series from the Tackle Talk Podcast. We unveil the subject, the guests, the reasons, and so much more. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off Your Order!

On today's episode we break down our TOP 3 Spinning reels for under $70, and we catch you up to speed on all things Bassmaster Elite and Major League Fishing. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off Your Order!

On today's episode we completely build a creek box from the ground up, we recap the 2022 MLF Redcrest and the Bassmaster Elites at Santee Cooper, and a brand new service from American Legacy that's designed to do two things: Save you money and provide you with more perks than you know what to do with. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off Your Order!

On today's episode, we go in-depth into what has been my personal little secret weapon for years, something I call the Buzzgrub. Not only do we spill the beans on what it is, where to throw it, and how specifically to fish it, but we unveil the BRAND NEW lure that I've been working on with the help of Cody from Jigmasters for months, which was designed SPECIFICALLY for this presentation. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off Your Entire Order *Some exclusions apply

On today's episode the mailbag returns, full of question submitted by YOU the Tackle Talk listeners. Tune in to see if your question gets answered! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off!

On today's episode, in the spirit of March Madness I've created an 8 lure bracket to determine, in my opinion, the best type of soft plastic lure of all time. Will you agree? Tune in to find out! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% Off! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Tackle Talk Spring Boxes Available Now!

On today's episode we recap the WINNING BAIT from the 2022 Bassmaster Classic. We also talk about the tournament and results in general, and we tackle the topic of differentiating baits for largemouth vs. smallmouth. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! . Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com A limited number of Tackle Talk Spring Boxes are back available!

On todays episode we shine the light on three small custom lure makers that I've been impressed with recently, we have some results from the Bassmaster Elite Series at the Harris Chain and Major League Fishing at Lake Fork, and of course, we preview the Bassmaster Classic. . Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! . Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK20" for 20% Off!

On today's episode we break down 15 terms that you need to know while out on the water. We cover the thermocline, cover, structure, points, ledges, current seams, eddies, riffles, runs, tailouts, and more! . Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! . Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK20" for 20% Off!

On today's episode we have our first tournament results of the year from both the Bassmaster Elite Series and the Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour, we hear from some of YOU, the Tackle Talk listeners live from the Columbus Fishing Expo, and we have hats! . Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! . Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK20" for 20% Off!

Be sure to stop by and say hi at the Columbus Fishing Expo this weekend! The Expo is open Friday (Feb 11) from Noon to 7pm, Saturday (Feb 12) from 9am to 6pm and Sunday (Feb 13) from 9am to 4pm! Tickets available at www.nationalfishingexpos.com

On today's episode have a finesse fishing legend, Mr. Ned Kehde. We talk with Ned about the history of finesse fishing in the midwest, some techniques that were important to this style of fishing over the years, and of course, we talk about the Ned Rig! . Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! . Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK20" for 20% Off!

On today's episode, back by popular demand it's the mail bag! So I've got 20-30 of your questions locked and loaded, we're going to hit a pretty wide range of topics on today's episode of Tackle Talk. . Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! . Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK20" for 20% Off!

On today's episode we give some gut reactions on new products that have recently hit store shelves, or are coming soon. These are completely honest, completely unbiased first impressions of products from PLine, Dobyns, Shimano, Googan Baits and more! . Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! . Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK20" for 20% Off!

Ladies and gentlemen on today's episode we have one of the, if not THE, best bass angler of all time, Mr. Rick Clunn. We have Rick on to pick his brain about one lure in particular, the popper. We go over the history of the popper, how he works a popper, the specific gear he uses, and much more! . Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! . Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use Code: TACKLETALK20

On today's episode, it's freezing cold outside where I'm at so let's talk ned rigs! We'll go over the rods, reels, line, plastics, jigheads, and more, and we sprinkle in a few new products that just hit stores. . Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! . Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com

On today's episode we are joined by the owner and operator of the Columbus and Cincinnati Fishing Expos, and the newly formed National Fishing Expos, Mr. David Hoheisel. We chat with David about some really interesting topics as we cover some behind the scenes aspects of putting on an expo for over 20,000 people, how they navigate some of the challenges of the past few years, and what to expect in the future! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com

On today's episode, you guys asked for it so we're bringing it to you, we have our annual New Years Resolutions for anglers! We recap the last two years of resolutions and bring you 5 brand new ones for 2022. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" at checkout

On today's episode we have the last mail bag of 2021, with over 40 of YOUR listener submitted fishing questions. We also help you save some money on any last minute Christmas presents and a quick announcement on the long-awaited Tackle Talk hats! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: "TACKLETALK10" for 10% Off! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" at checkout

On today's episode we go over some tips for night fishing, a prominent member of the fishing media is set to retire, and we get a quick update to our previous review of the St. Croix Victory spinning rod. American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% off your entire order! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" for 30% off your first month!

On today's episode we talk about one of my favorite winter baits, the blade bait. We go over the setup to use including rod, reel, line, where to throw it, how to throw it, and some general tips! American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% off your entire order! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" for 30% off your first month!

On today's episode we are joined by Bassmaster Broadcaster, Ronnie Moore. We get the chance to pick Ronnie's brain about what it's like behind the scenes at Bassmaster Live, we talk about the history of the sport, the greatest of all time, Bassmaster Classic perditions, chasing your dream job and more! American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% off your entire order! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" for 30% off your first month!

On today's episode we are joined by two young gentlemen that just cashed the largest check in tournament bass fishing history: Logan Parks and Tucker Smith! Fresh off their US Open victory, we talk to them about the winning baits, the winning patterns, and have a little fun at the end. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% off your entire order! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" for 30% off your first month!

Today is our annual Black Friday episode. Per tradition, we're going to give you the low down on some of the best deals across the internet. We'll take a look at what companies are doing it right, and which ones are dropping the ball. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% off your entire order! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" for 30% off your first month!

On today's episode we review the St. Croix Victory Spinning Rod, and we talk about all the baits include in the November DHT Tackle Talk Takeover Box and why they're effective winter baits. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% off your entire order! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" for 30% off your first month!

On today's episode we pay tribute to one of the most influential anglers of the last few decades, Aaron Martens. We also talk about 3 new lures that just hit the market and a preview to next week's rod review. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Use Code: TACKLETALK10 for 10% off your entire order! Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" for 30% off your first month!

On today's episode we talk about some of the best, most inexpensive, or off the wall fishing accessories on Amazon, and we unveil an exclusive discount on fishing gear - good forever - just for you guys! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" at checkout

On today's episode we have a Shimano Spinning Reel Shootout! We review and compare 6 of Shimano's best selling spinning reels from $50 to $230, We cover my first impressions out of the box, specs, how they hold up on the water, value, and more! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" at checkout

On today's episode we are joined by rod design guru, formerly with G. Loomis and Shimano, and now Director of Fishing Rods at Pure Fishing, Justin Poe. We dive head first into the world of fishing rods including the design process, increasing sensitivity, components, and a ton more. Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" at checkout

On today's episode, we bring back the mail bag! We answer YOUR fishing questions right here on the show! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" at checkout

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Bait Breakdown, a multipart series were we take a look an in-depth look at the 4 main types of a bass's natural forage: Baitfish, Crawfish, Aquatic Insects, and Reptiles & Amphibians. Today's episode is all about Reptiles & Amphibians with special guest Herpatologist Dr. Matt Cross! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" at checkout

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Bait Breakdown, a multipart series were we take a look an in-depth look at the 4 main types of a bass's natural forage: Baitfish, Crawfish, Aquatic Insects, and Reptiles & Amphibians. Today's episode is all about Aquatic Insects with special guest Aquatic Entomologist Dr. Sally Entrekin! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" at checkout

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Bait Breakdown, a multipart series were we take a look an in-depth look at the 4 main types of a bass's natural forage: Baitfish, Crawfish, Aquatic Insects, and Reptiles & Amphibians. Today's episode is the Crawfish episode with special guest Dr. Zachary Loughman! Brought to you by: American Legacy Fishing & Outdoors www.americanlegacyfishing.com Dark Horse Tackle www.darkhorsetackle.com Use code "TACKLETALK30" at checkout