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The e-newsletter of Bass Edge - April 2009

Do the world a favor

Childhood memories are a funny thing. Several times my dad has corrected me as I told some story about my earliest fishing adventures, or added a part that had escaped my memory but was really the best part of the story. Perhaps it’s just that . . .

The Bass Edge crew was once again on hand for this year’s Nationwide and Sprint Cup Racing at Texas Motor Speedway, held April 3-5.

Bass Edge goes racing at Texas Motor Speedway
Don't forget to check out the 2009 bloopers!

May promises plenty of great action as the Bass Edge crew kicks off May in Texas, makes two stops in bass-rich Alabama and takes another trip out west to California. It’s a good time with plenty of lessons learned. Be sure and tune in . . .

The Bass Edge 2009 Bloopers are here! The best laughs, jokes, and blunders from Bass Edge.

FLW Series Tournament Director Chris Jones explains what "boat check" is, why they do it, and how to make it through.

Put me in coach

Spring is a unique time of year. The redbuds are blooming, turkeys are gobbling and the fish are in the shallows. Shades of gray are transformed into vibrant greens as the sun ushers in new growth. She has a similar effect on me. I’ll spend the next two months . . .

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Bass Edge has moved our prize drawings from the weekly podcast to our web site and e-newsletter so that everyone has an opportunity to participate. New prizes are handed out every two weeks so be sure to visit our Product Giveaway page to sign up. You can send a new entry in every two weeks. Recent winners:


April 13 - Douglas - Highland Springs, Virginia - Jim gets a copy of Stephen Brigman's new book "Somebody's Gotta Do It" and a Bass Edge decal.

March 30- Peggy - Escalon, California - Peggy receives a Bass Edge Season 2 DVD set and a Bass Edge decal.

Visit Ask the Pro to submit your own question and read dozens of other reader questions.

When drop shot fishing how much line should there be between the hook and the sinker? What is a good bait to use while drop shotting? - answered by Aaron Martin

What techniques and lures do you recommend for a beginner? - answered by James Niggemeyer - B.A.S.S. Elite Angler

What are five basic baits for people who fish without a boat? - answered by Mike Webb

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