Who is BassnMan?
Hi, I'm Mike, aka BassnMan. I've been fishing ALL of my life. Yep, it's true I really do hear voices telling me to "Go Fishing" ... I generally tend to "Tartet" big bass, which does produce fewer bites but much larger bass. to date I have caught, weighed and released over 100 bass that have weighed over 10 pounds ...Continue ReadingFishing with Ryan Newman
On Saturday April 23, 2003 I had the honor of taking the 2002 NASCAR Winston Cup Raybesto’s Rookie of the Year, driver of the Number 12 All-Tel, Ford at the time, Ryan “Rocket Man” Newman out for a day of bass fishing on Lake Perris the day before his race at the California Speedway. I also took his crew chief ...Continue ReadingFishing With Kids
You build lasting moments when fishing with kids. Some of my fondest memories are of me fishing with my dad. Just being outdoors with him, enjoying nature and catching fish. There are a few things to always remember when fishing with kids: First and foremost, as a general rule kids have a pretty short attention span; If the fish aren’t biting or if the they are not casting and reeling, Continue ReadingHumor
Little Timmy’s Goldfish
Little Tim was in the garden filling in a hole when his neighbor peered over the fence. Interested in what the cheeky-faced youngster was up to, he politely asked, "What'cha doing, Tim?" "My goldfish died," replied … [Continue Reading...]
Fishing Tips
ContourROAM Video Camera
I’ve been thinking about getting a Point of View type video camera to enable me to film some fishing trips and tips and have been seriously considering the new offering from Contour called the ContourROAM. Its easy to use, just slide the record switch, and you’re instantly filming in 1080p. Its rugged aluminum body is [...]
Fishing Advice
Sunglasses, which ones are right for me?
That’s a question that I’m sure each and everyone of has asked more than once. With all the choices it can all be very confusing so I will attempt to break it down some, at least from my personal experiences. Before I go any further let me say that in my opinion, there is no [...]
Fishing Gear
Reel Super Tuning Part 2
Hi, in Reel Super Tuning Part 1, I primarily discussed the bearing upgrade portion of super tuning as well as the Carbontex drag upgrade. As promised, here is part 2. Once again, let me start off by saying that any servicing or upgrading that you do to your reel you do so at your own [...]
Tips and Techniques
CA Aqueduct Fishing Trip
Hi everyone, I hope you took the time during the holiday season to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas, I know I did. I’d also like to wish you the best in the upcoming year and I hope that its full of days on the water and tight lines. Anyhow, on Christmas afternoon I [...]
The “ZEN” Zone
“Be The Bass” My Thoughts On Catch and Release
Let me take a moment of your time to explain the importance of catch and release, any resource can be severely damaged for years if we don’t practice catch and release with the large, genetically better bass. These “superior” bass are capable of producing more genetically better bass for years to come. If they are [...]
Boating
Lowrance HDS-8 and Structure Scan
When I purchased my 2008 Champion the electronics it came with were a Lowrance LCX-38C HD and LCX-28C HD, very impressive sonar units I must say. Last year I did the software update for the LCX-28C HD and attempted to do it for my LCX-38C HD but it wouldnt take the update. I called Lowrance [...]
Vehicle Tips
Top 10 ways to save at the pump
I received an email from the Auto Club and with the cost of gas now days I figured I’d share the tips with you all. Hopefully it can help you save a little money at the pump. Again, the following was taken directly from the Auto Club Site. Motorists can lower their gasoline expenses by [...]











