Think Outside Fishing Podcast

From Pro Circuit Champion to Team USA Gold | Drew Gill’s Incredible RunWelcome back to another episode of the Think Outside Fishing Podcast! Fred Roumbanis sits down with Drew Gill fresh off an incredible stretch of fishing that includes a Pro Circuit Championship win and a Gold Medal with Team USA at the Black Bass World Championship.Drew takes us back to his Pro Circuit Championship win, breaking down his practice, the first few days of competition, how his game plan developed, and the monster final day that secured the victory. Drew also dives into the Neko Rama, the bait he designed, what makes it so unique, and how it played a major role throughout the event.Then, we shift gears to the Black Bass World Championship, where Drew and Ott finished 4th overall while Team USA captured the Gold Medal. Drew breaks down what the World Championship is, how the event works, what it means to represent Team USA, and the baits and techniques he relied on throughout the week.Finally, Fred and Drew look ahead to what’s next and what the future holds after an incredible run of success.

Welcome back to another episode of the Think Outside Fishing Podcast! Fred Roumbanis sits down with Drew Gill fresh off an incredible stretch of fishing that includes a Pro Circuit Championship win and a Gold Medal with Team USA at the Black Bass World Championship.Drew takes us back to his Pro Circuit Championship win, breaking down his practice, the first few days of competition, how his game plan developed, and the monster final day that secured the victory. Drew also dives into the Neko Rama, the bait he designed, what makes it so unique, and how it played a major role throughout the event.Then, we shift gears to the Black Bass World Championship, where Drew and Ott finished 4th overall while Team USA captured the Gold Medal. Drew breaks down what the World Championship is, how the event works, what it means to represent Team USA, and the baits and techniques he relied on throughout the week.Finally, Fred and Drew look ahead to what’s next and what the future holds after an incredible run of success.

Welcome back to another episode of the Think Outside Fishing Podcast! Fred Roumbanis sits down with Nick LeBrun, fresh off his incredible $500,000 victory on Lake Guntersville.Nick takes us behind the scenes of the event, from how he qualified and his expectations heading into the tournament, to how he put together his winning week. He breaks down how he used the Frog Factory Top Toad to catch his fish, the other baits that played a role, and what changed as the tournament progressed.Then, Nick takes us through his incredible final day, where he brought 28 pounds to the scales on the Top Toad to capture the win and $500,000.Finally, we dive into the story behind the Top Toad: why Nick trusts it, what makes it so special, why it has been kept quiet for so long, and after a $500K win, we have to ask: is the secret finally out?Purchase it here: https://www.baits.com/ribbit-top-toad/?utm_source=youtube+&utm_medium=website+&utm_campaign=think+outside+podcast+

The two West Coast anglers sit down to talk about their experiences fishing Clear Lake throughout their careers, from growing up around the legendary fishery to competing there at the highest levels. They share some of their favorite memories, what they’ve learned from the lake over the years, and why Clear Lake continues to stand out as one of the greatest bass fisheries anywhere. But the biggest topic of the conversation is the upcoming 2026 Clear Lake Yamamoto Tournament, beginning October 24.With anglers limited to Yamamoto baits, Fred and Cody discuss how they think the tournament could unfold. What will the bass be doing in late October? Where will anglers need to look? Which Yamamoto baits could become tournament-winning players? And most importantly, what will it take to win?Cody and Fred break down the seasonal conditions, potential patterns, bait choices, and strategies they believe could make the difference when tournament day arrives.Whether you’ve fished Clear Lake for years or have never had the chance to experience it, this episode gives you an inside look at the lake, the fishery, and what could be in store for the 2026 Clear Lake Yamamoto Tournament.The countdown is on to the 2026 Clear Lake Yamamoto Tournament. See what Cody Meyer thinks it will take to come out on top! See the full Yamamoto line up here! https://www.yamamotobaits.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23546622945&gbraid=0AAAABCwPxUR8fyJwtiIAivV8CNruaq8g5&gclid=CjwKCAjw_KjVBhAHEiwAnC0N9LyhYSG4rcaxD7b68PA1C0ssDqk4HP8GVgcM8Ui-jQdbKgCJecK3txoCwEIQAvD_BwE

Few baits have had the impact on bass fishing that the Yamamoto Senko has had. For 30 years, this simple-looking soft plastic has been catching bass at every level from weekend anglers to the biggest stages in professional fishing. On this episode of the Baits.com Podcast, hosted by Fred Roumbanis, Fred sits down with longtime Yamamoto angler Brent Ehrler to celebrate 30 years of the Senko and take a deep dive into what makes this bait so special.Brent and Fred go back to their roots, talking about growing up fishing in the West, what Yamamoto meant to western anglers, and how the brand became such an important part of their careers. They also share stories about the legendary Gary Yamamoto, the man behind the brand, and the impact he had on both their lives and the bass fishing industry.Then, they get into the Senko itself why it works, how Brent likes to fish it, his favorite rigs and colors, and the tournament situations where he has relied on it most.But the best part of the conversation may be the stories.Brent shares some of his most memorable Senko catches, favorite memories, biggest tournament bags, and moments where this legendary bait made the difference.After 30 years, the Senko is still one of the most effective and recognizable baits in bass fishing. So what makes it so good? And why does it continue to catch bass generation after generation?Fred and Brent break it all down before looking ahead at what’s next for Brent for the rest of the 2026 season.If you love bass fishing, fishing history, or just want to learn how one of the most legendary baits of all time continues to produce, you won't want to miss this one.30 years. One legendary bait. Countless bass.Hosted by Fred Roumbanis.Subscribe to Baits.com for more podcasts, tournament stories, bait breakdowns, and conversations with the biggest names in bass fishing.5” Senko Available here! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xuKIZlMK9H04Kjbfxo5Br3OmBUKFnI05/view?usp=drive_link

Welcome back to the Baits.com Podcast! This week, we’re joined by Tucker Smith, fresh off an incredible performance on the St. Lawrence River, where he brought in over 107 pounds of smallmouth in just four days and secured a 3rd-place finish to punch his ticket to the Bassmaster Classic! 🔥Tucker breaks down exactly how he targeted these northern smallmouth, what he discovered during practice, and the techniques that helped him put together such an incredible tournament.We also take a deep dive into the brand-new 4.75” Dagger Minnow, the bait Tucker designed to give anglers a different look when targeting smallmouth. Tucker explains what makes the Dagger Minnow so unique, how it moves in the water, his favorite ways to rig and fish it, and why it was such a key player on the St. Lawrence.Then, we look ahead to what’s next, including the $500,000 event on Lake Guntersville! 💰🎣🛒 GET THE NEW 4.75” DAGGER MINNOW:https://www.baits.com/4-75-dagger-minnow?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=think+outside+podcast+Subscribe to the Baits.com Podcast for more tournament breakdowns, fishing tips, and conversations with the best anglers in the game! 🎣🔥

Welcome back to another episode of the Think Outside Podcast! 🎣 This week, Fred Roumbanis sits down with Brock Bila, fresh off his Bassmaster Opens Angler of the Year title, to talk about an incredible year both on and off the water.Brock opens up about the journey that led to his AOY championship, including losing his job, buying a house, traveling to tournaments by himself, and dealing with the stress that came with it all while still finding a way to perform at the highest level.Then, we dive into some of Brock’s biggest finishes of the season and the products that helped him get there. We kick things off with his 24th-place finish on the Kissimmee Chain, followed by his 19th-place finish on Sam Rayburn, where he put a prototype Uni Max to work. We wrap up the tournament breakdown with his impressive 5th-place finish on the Mississippi River, where the MR6 and Frog Factory Poppin’ Frog played a major role.MR6: https://www.baits.com/mid-range-mr6-crankbait/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=think+outside+podcast+Poppin’ Frog: https://www.baits.com/boom-box/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=think+outside+podcast+Uni Max: https://www.baits.com/yamamoto-uni-max/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=think+outside+podcast+Brock wraps up the episode with his final thoughts on winning the AOY title, what he learned throughout the season, and what’s next as he continues to chase his goals in competitive bass fishing. 🔥If you’re passionate about tournament fishing, behind-the-scenes stories, and learning from anglers at the highest level, be sure to like, follow, and subscribe to the Think Outside Podcast!

Welcome back to another episode of the Think Outside Fishing Podcast! Fresh off the season finale on Lake Erie, host Fred Roumbanis sits down with Drew Gill and Fletcher Shryock to break down the conclusion of the 2026 MLF Bass Pro Tour season.The trio dives deep into the Lake Erie tournament, recapping their biggest takeaways, key patterns, and how they adjusted to heavy-water northern smallmouth. Drew and Fletcher also reflect on their entire 2026 BPT season, sharing their biggest highs, toughest learning moments, and what it takes to consistently target quality smallmouth up north. Plus, they break down why Big Bite Baits staple lineups—including the Scentsation Series, the Spotlight Minnow, and the Fuzzy Scentsation Stick—have become absolute must-haves for northern fisheries, complete with essential rigging tips and weekend angler advice.Fuzzy Scentsation Stick: https://www.baits.com/fuzzy-scentsation-stick/?searchuuid=bab1115d-0da6-48b3-b258-73e1b8fae469&search_query=fuzzy+scensation+stick&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=think+outside+podcastGear up & Save: Shop Fred Roumbanis' top Big Bite Baits picks at https://www.baits.com/fred-roumbanis/ and use code FRED20 at checkout for 20% off!If you're passionate about bass fishing, tournament breakdowns, and insider conversations with top pros, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

Welcome back to another episode of the Think Outside Fishing Podcast! Fresh off his Northern Swing tournament at the NPFL on the St. Lawrence River, new host Fred Roumbanis sits down with Rob Gee as he prepares for his upcoming Northern Swing events at Lake Champlain and the St. Lawrence River.The two dive into all things northern fishing, sharing their best strategies for targeting smallmouth bass, discussing tournament preparation, and breaking down why the NEW Fuzzy Series has quickly become a must-have bait for these hard-fighting smallmouth, If you're passionate about bass fishing, new tackle, product reveals, and conversations with some of the biggest names in the sport, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!#ThinkOutsidePodcast

Get an exclusive first look at the hottest new bait releases from ICAST 2026! 🎣In this episode of the Think Outside Podcast presented by Baits.com,  Jack Dice is joined by  Fred Roumbanis to break down the biggest product launches, innovative new bait designs, and must-have tackle coming out of GSM Outdoors and ICAST 2026.From urchins to crankbaits made from brush, Fred and Jack dive into the stories behind the products, how they're designed to catch more fish, and what anglers can expect to see on the water this season. Whether you're gearing up for tournament fishing or just want to stay ahead of the latest tackle trends, this episode is packed with insider information you won't want to miss. ICAST is the sportfishing industry's premier annual trade show, where manufacturers debut the newest gear for the upcoming season.If you enjoy bass fishing, new tackle, product reveals, and conversations with some of the biggest names in the sport, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!#ThinkOutsidePodcast