WARM TEMPS SET THE STAGE FOR LAKE MOHAVE SUPER 60 SHOWDOWN
WARM TEMPS SET THE STAGE FOR LAKE MOHAVE SUPER 60 SHOWDOWNBULLHEAD CITY, Ariz. – With daytime highs reaching the 90s, Lake Mohave is heating up just in time for the second stop of the Bass Boat Technologies BAM Super 60 Pro Tour. Sixty-nine of the West’s top bass anglers will go head-to-head in this three-day, high-stakes event, kicking off May 2 at Katherine’s Landing.
Among the field is Bryant Smith of Roseville, Calif., the reigning 2024 Lake Mohave U.S. Open Champion. Smith predicts quality fishing ahead:
“I think the fishing will be really, really good. If the weather stays stable, like it is supposed to, it will be pretty wide open.”
By Jody Only
POST-SPAWN PATTERN IN PLAY
Although this event may catch the tail end of the spawn, most bass brought to the scales are expected to be in the post-spawn phase.
“I haven’t fished the lake this time of year; but I’ve been there in February and in the fall,” said Smith. “The water should be higher in May than the fall and that should put the shallow cover in play and the largemouth a player.”
STRATEGY & PREDICTIONS
Anglers can qualify for Championship Sunday by placing in the top 10 via either total weight or total number of legal keepers. Smith estimates it’ll take 20 pounds a day to make the cut, or potentially 15 bass per day for keeper count.
“For the final day, I think it will still take somewhere in the low 20s to win,” Smith added.
He anticipates finesse techniques like dropshots, Neko-rigs, and shakey heads to dominate due to Mohave’s ultra-clear water. However, wind or clouds may open the door for power fishing.
FOLLOW THE ACTION LIVE
Meet Your Super 60 Anglers
Fans can track the BAM Super 60 Pro Tour in real-time on TourneyX, watch the live weigh-ins online at the BAM Trail website, or come experience the excitement in person.
Welcome friends and fans to join us live at Katherine’s Landing at 3:00 PM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for the official weigh-ins. Come cheer on your favorite anglers and witness some of the West’s best bass being brought to the scales!
EVENT OVERVIEW
Competition Dates: May 2–4
Location: Lake Mohave, Katherine’s Landing
Weigh-Ins: Daily at 3:00 PM (open to public)
Title Sponsor: Bass Boat Technologies
Presented By: Tackle Warehouse
Final Day Field Cut: Top 10 anglers only
Expect big bass and exciting leaderboard shifts each day!
MEDIA & PRESS INVITATION
Media professionals are encouraged to attend and cover the BAM Super 60. From early morning launches to dramatic weigh-ins, there are plenty of opportunities for compelling stories and visuals.
Contact for press credentials or interviews:
Mark Lassagne
925-787-3474
mark@bassmag.com
COMPETITION SCHEDULE & RULES
- Off-Limits Period: March 31 – May 2, 2025
- No Practice Days for Super 60 events
- Angler Check-In: May 1, 4:30–5:30 PM at Katherine’s Landing
- Angler Meeting: March 26, 6:00 PM (mandatory)
- Tournament Format: Hybrid of keeper count and weight on May 2–3
- Field Cut: Top 10 after Saturday advance to Sunday with weights zeroed
- $500 Tackle Warehouse Contingency
- $100 Black Bear Contingency
- Payout for 11th–20th Place: Paid on Saturday
CHAMPIONSHIP SUNDAY – MAY 4 – Top Ten Compete
- 3:00 PM: Final weigh-in at Katherine’s Landing
- Crown the Super 60 Champion
- Award the $50,000 grand prize
- Present contingency awards and final payouts
ABOUT THE BAM TOURNAMENT TRAIL
The Bass Angler Magazine Tournament Trail (BAM Trail) provides a top-tier competition platform and unmatched sponsor exposure through:
Print & Digital: Bass Angler Magazine
Social & Web: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube
TV & Podcast: Outdoor Action TV, Apple Podcast and other platforms
BAM Tournament Series:
BAM Pro Tour – The West’s elite circuit
Pro-Am Series – High-level angler competition
Scholastic Series – Developing future pros
Kayak Series – Grassroots expansion
BAM Trail is honored to be associated with its title sponsor, Bass Boat Technologies, and presenting sponsor, Tackle Warehouse. The trail is also supported by Storquest, Chicken Ranch Resort, Bass Cat Boats, Ford Fairfield,Power Pole, Mercury Outboards, Black Bear Diner, Bridgford Foods, Bob’s Machine, Dakota Lithium, Sticky Graphics, Jean Deleonardi Real Estate,Valley Outdoors and our conservation sponsor Fisherman’s Warehouse.
BAM TT tourism sponsors: Lake Don Pedro, City of Oakley, Lake Almanor Chamber, the Boardman Chamber, and the Feather River Tourism Association.
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