Hi all, its been awhile since I’ve posted anything, that’s going to change starting today. Today I want to talk about #KistlerRods. Made in America in Texas Kistler Rods are some of the best rods available. From the KLX, and Magnesium to the top of the line Abrams Series which is arguably the worlds most […]
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 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 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 Gear
Fishing Tips
Free Rig
If you haven’t fished this technique yet you’ve been missing out. The Free Rig is deadly this time of the year, especially when the weed growth is up. The rig allows your bait to fall vertically while the weight separates from it therefore allowing your lure to fall in a more slow, natural way, hence […]
Tips and Techniques
Drop Shottting
This technique is said to have originated in Japan. While I don’t fully believe it started there I do believe that they had allot of influence in perfecting it into the efficient fish catching system it is today. Let’s start with the basic rig. Most of the time when drop shotting I like to use […]
The “ZEN” Zone
Weight Loss Journey, Update
Just thought I’d post a quick update as to my progress. While the weight loss has slowed to a snails crawl, I’m still loosing weight. In an attempt to kick start my metabolism I recently went out and purchased a used Specialized Mountain bike and went for a short ride, only 10 minutes. I can […]
Humor
Best Bait
The reporter asks the winners of a Fishing Contest what their secret is: 3rd place winner - I am a surgeon, Once I tried to catch with human appendix, fish liked it, I caught a lot of pike, carp and chub with it. 2nd place … [Continue Reading...]
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 […]


