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Shaye Baker

Shaye Baker grew up fishing with his father in the state of Alabama. While in college, he was involved in the creation and early years of the Auburn University Bass Team, which expanded his testing grounds to the southeast. After college, Shaye began to fish the semi-pro circuit while simultaneously starting a freelance journalism career, providing content for Wired2Fish, FLW, B.A.S.S. and a few other publications.
As Shaye has transitioned from in front of the lens to behind it, his career has taken him to fisheries throughout the country and provided him intimate access to some of the best bass anglers to ever wet a line. Shaye now enjoys fun fishing and local tournaments with his father and friends, while working fulltime in the fishing industry as a freelance journalist shooting pictures and video, editing and writing.

Articles by Shaye Baker

Forward-Facing Sonar: What It Is, How To Use It

Forward-Facing Sonar: What It Is, How To Use It

Shaye Baker Jan 9, 2026
Berkley PowerBait Chop Block Review

Berkley PowerBait Chop Block Review

Shaye Baker Jan 8, 2026
What Lures We’re Throwing in January 

What Lures We’re Throwing in January 

Shaye Baker Jan 5, 2026
Simple Fixes to Keep Your Line from Snapping

Simple Fixes to Keep Your Line from Snapping

Shaye Baker Jan 2, 2026
Shimano 2025 Exsence B Spinning Reel Review

Shimano 2025 Exsence B Spinning Reel Review

Shaye Baker Jan 1, 2026
The Brave New World of Jigheads

The Brave New World of Jigheads

Shaye Baker Dec 29, 2025
What’s New with Creature Baits

What’s New with Creature Baits

Shaye Baker Dec 23, 2025
The Best Fishing Apps You Can Download Right Now

The Best Fishing Apps You Can Download Right Now

Shaye Baker Dec 9, 2025
The Most Important Bass Hooks to Have in Your Tackle Bag

The Most Important Bass Hooks to Have in Your Tackle Bag

Shaye Baker Dec 9, 2025
The Best Power Fishing Bait of All Time: The Spinnerbait

The Best Power Fishing Bait of All Time: The Spinnerbait

Shaye Baker Dec 3, 2025
What Lures We’re Throwing in December

What Lures We’re Throwing in December

Shaye Baker Dec 2, 2025
Okuma Safyre Spinning Reel Review

Okuma Safyre Spinning Reel Review

Shaye Baker Nov 20, 2025
Is It Possible To Use Forward-Facing Sonar Without Selling Your Soul?

Is It Possible To Use Forward-Facing Sonar Without Selling Your Soul?

Shaye Baker Nov 12, 2025
What Lures We’re Throwing in November

What Lures We’re Throwing in November

Shaye Baker Nov 3, 2025
Berkley Screamin’ Choppo Review

Berkley Screamin’ Choppo Review

Shaye Baker Oct 30, 2025
How to Spool a Baitcaster Reel

How to Spool a Baitcaster Reel

Shaye Baker Oct 24, 2025
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