Beyond The Cover: Matt Straw talks about the world's greatest smallmouth anglers
Longtime field editor dives into our endless obsession with this powerhouse species
January 27, 2026
By In-Fisherman Staff
What makes smallmouth bass so special and addictive?
In this episode, In-Fisherman Field Editor Matt Straw explores the greatest smallmouth anglers of all time, inspired by Matt's recent article. Matt talks about Kevin VanDam, Al Lindner, Seth Feider, and others who fell in love with smallmouth bass from the beginning.
Matt talks about historical greats, the Lindsay brothers from Canada, and why tournament and non-tournament anglers alike admire this powerhouse species. Plus, a nod to classic literature like Dr. James Henshall's early 20th-century writings on smallmouth.
If you're obsessed with brown bass, this episode is for you.
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