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B.A.S.S. Limits Forward-Facing Sonar in 2026 Bassmaster Elites—But Should They?

After what appeared to be a great conclusion to the 2025 season, B.A.S.S. announced a controversial change for the 2026 Bassmaster Elite Series. The use of forward-facing sonar (FFS) will be limited ...
Sports Illustrated

The Starting Spot: B.A.S.S. Limits Forward Facing Sonar, Catch Bass in Current, and Which Frog is Best?

The Starting Spot Daily Bass Fishing Headlines are the perfect way to start your day with some of the top bass fishing articles on the internet. It’s the quick, informative, how, where, and who you ...
Boating

B.A.S.S. Takes Steps to Further Limit Live Sonar in Tournament Events

B.A.S.S., the iconic and long-standing Bass Anglers Sportsman Society, has announced that beginning in 2026, forward-facing sonar (FFS), aka live sonar, will only be permitted in up to five of its ...
Post and Courier

Major bass fishing championship will return to Lake Hartwell

ANDERSON — In an affirmation of its place on bass fishing’s biggest stage, Lake Hartwell will host the 2026 Mercury B.A.S.S. Nation Championship this fall, the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society said Feb.
Sports Illustrated

B.A.S.S. Limits Forward-Facing Sonar in 2026 Bassmaster Elites—But Should They?

An old angler and lifelong fan’s reaction to the new 2026 rule and what it means for the future of bass fishing. After what appeared to be a great conclusion to the 2025 season, B.A.S.S. announced a ...