Final BAM Pod of 2025: Winter Spotted Bass on Lake Shasta with Mark Pilgrim As winter settles in and the new BAM Trail season approaches, the BAM Pod closes out 2025 with a timely and informative conversation focused on cold-water bass fishing at Lake Shasta.

Our AOY talks about his season, his techniques, the amazing opportunities BAM has brought him and what it means to take this prestigious title against the amazing talent the BAM Kayak division has to offer.

Winning Angler of the Year is a milestone every tournament angler dreams about. But earning that title at the professional level, against some of the most talented anglers on the West Coast, is something truly special. In this episode, we sit down with the newly crowned AOY, Tyler Madden, to talk about his season and the journey that led him to the top.

Mason Mcabee a 23 year old man qualified for the Bam Trail Super 60 Championship. Then he made it to Championship Sunday by dropping 27+ pounds on the scale both days. So, what does he do on day three? He drops another 27+ pound bag on the scale and walks out the Champion.

The BAM Trail Super 60 Championship is just around the corner—and so is the Fall/Winter transition. In this episode, Super 60 angler Jake Arbuckle joins us to talk about both. From strategy and preparation for the Clear Lake championship to insights on how seasonal changes affect bass behavior, Jake shares it all in his down-to-earth Delta style.

Two of the top “backseat bass men” in the business — Roy Desmangles and Paul Howard — join Big Ed to talk about the art of fishing from the rear deck and how they’ve turned it into a winning formula. With decades of experience as co-anglers, these two know what it takes to stay competitive and consistent against the best in the West.

The Bam trail crowned a new California Delta Champion and his name is Bryant Smith. In this episode Bryant talks about how he was able to pull off the win on the Delta.

The BAM Pro-Am Championship has a winner. His name is Brennan Osborn!

Ron Mace left Boardman, Oregon with a $50,000 check and the big trophy—BAM Super 60 Champion. In this conversation, Ron breaks down exactly how he won over three days against the West’s best anglers, sharing his approach, baits, water types, and the “unusual” style that unlocked consistent bites on the Columbia River.

Laker Howell has literally grown up in the bass fishing world. From being the kid in the back of his father Randy Howell’s boat at the Bassmaster Classic to carving out his own career, Laker has reached the first major pinnacle in what is sure to be a long and exciting career in the sport of bass fishing.

Tournament Director Michael Bray joins Big Ed to reflect on how the 2025 BAM Trail season has gone so far. From the highs and lows of the year to exciting plans for the future. They dive into the Kayak Trail, Pro-Am Series, and the Super 60, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the work, challenges, and victories that make the BAM Trail happen. It’s a candid, engaging chat between the man running the show and the man on the mic—full of stories, insight, and a good dose of fun.

The BAM Pro-Am season came to a dramatic close on the Columbia River, where weather once again played a huge role. With high winds forcing the tournament to be cut short, local pro—and now champion—Zackery Shaff turned the adversity into an advantage. In this episode, Zack talks with Big Ed about how he sealed the win and secured a major career milestone.

Super 60 Angler Scott Head has seen his ups and downs in the sport of fishing but with the help of his wife and some perseverance he is on his way back to the top and is enjoying the great opportunity he gets with the BAM Trail.

The BAM Trail made its way to Potholes Reservoir in Othello, Washington, where Mike Matkowski emerged as the new champion. Tune in to hear all about his winning strategy and how he made the most of the fishing opportunities at this challenging venue.

BAM Podcast Episode – Featuring Pro Angler Roy Hawk In this episode of the BAM Podcast, we’re joined by nationally renowned professional angler Roy Hawk, who shares his insight on how to tackle bass fishing during the summer season. From coast to coast, Roy competes against the best in the game—which means his techniques must be dialed in no matter the conditions. Whether you're fishing crystal-clear reservoirs or murky rivers, there's something for every angler in this conversation.

Ish Monroe one of the West Coast's most popular anglers has pulled out his first win on the Bam Trail and it comes in his backyard doing exactly what he loves to do on the Delta, it showed!

Inside the BAM Trail: CEO Mark Lassagne Talks Growth, Vision, and the Future of West Coast Bass Fishing

$50,000 Champion Breaks Down His BAM Super 60 Victory In this episode of the BAM Podcast, we talk with Karl Okerman, the newest BAM Trail Champion, fresh off his impressive victory at the Bass Boat Technologies BAM Super 60 Lake Mohave event. Traveling all the way from Idaho, Karl made the long trek to the Arizona desert—and returned with $50,000 and the winner’s trophy.

n this energetic episode, we’re joined by up-and-coming angler Ty Manterola from Pasco, Washington. Ty is quickly making waves in the world of competitive bass fishing and proving he's one to watch. With raw talent, an infectious passion for the sport, and a strong work ethic, Ty represents the next generation of elite anglers. Tune in to hear how this young gun is climbing the ranks and inspiring others along the way.

What would $50,000 mean to you? In this episode, west coast bass fishing legend Greg Gutierrez, the winner of the inaugural BAM Super 60 on Lake Don Pedro, joins us to break down his victory and talk about the game-changing opportunities the BAM Super 60 is bringing to the West Coast fishing scene.