Josh Bertrand: Why Bass Follow Your Drop Shot (But Won’t Eat)

Bass Fishing Tips: If you’re not getting bit on a drop shot, this episode will fix it. Josh Bertrand—one of the best drop-shot anglers in the sport and a full-time guide—breaks down exactly why most anglers miss bites or lose fish with this rig, and the simple adjustments that change everything.

We dig into his full system: line, leader, hooks, weights, and MaxScent baits; the right amount of movement (or no movement at all); when to power-shot with baitcasting gear; and how LiveScope changed finesse fishing forever. Whether you’re fishing for smallmouth up north or pressured largemouth out west, this episode gives you the blueprint for more bites and better hookups—straight from a pro who does it every day.

Guest: Josh Bertrand — Bassmaster Elite winner, U.S. Open Champion, and finesse specialist.

Connect with Josh Bertrand Website (guiding): https://joshbertrandfishing.com YouTube  @joshbertrandfishing1274  Instagram @josh_bertrandfishing Facebook @joshbertrandfishing

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