We are thrilled to remind you that Bates Fishing Co. will be exhibiting at the 2025 Bassmaster Classic Outdoors Expo! This premier event, often dubbed the "Super Bowl of Bass...

Spring is prime time for inshore anglers to target one of the most exciting and accessible game fish in the Gulf—speckled trout. As waters warm and baitfish move back into...

Late Fall/Early Winter A-Rig Tactics: Unlocking Big Bass Success As the seasons shift and the water temperature drops, late fall and early winter bring some of the most exciting opportunities...