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.
Fishing as a Co-Angler can be one of the toughest yet most rewarding ways to break into professional bass fishing. In this episode, Roy and Paul share how they’ve made careers fishing from the back of the boat — offering insight from more than 75 years of combined experience.
They dive into:
-Their go-to baits and setups for success from the back deck
-Mindset and strategy when competing alongside top-tier pros
-The importance of adaptability and efficiency during tournament pressure
These two anglers have built reputations for consistency, professionalism, and a never-quit attitude — proving that you don’t have to be up front to make waves in the bass world.
Kick back and enjoy this episode of the BAM Podcast, packed with co-angler wisdom and behind-the-scenes stories from two of the best in the business.