Fisheries Biologist Breaks Down Forward-Facing Sonar Debate!

Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Maryland fisheries biologist Ryan Gary to dive deep into one of the most debated topics in bass fishing: forward-facing sonar. Ryan compiled and analyzed data from the entire 2025 Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour season, comparing tournament outcomes, trends, and outliers between anglers who relied on sonar and those who didn’t. We break down what the numbers reveal, discuss how technology is shaping the sport, and uncover insights every angler can learn from. If you’ve ever wondered just how much FFS is impacting bass fishing—or whether the controversy is backed by real data—this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 📌 Click here to start your FREE trial of Omnia Fishing Premium PRO: https://omnia.direct/SAPremiumPRO 📌 This episode is brought to you by our amazing partners: • Amped Outdoors Lithium Batteries (https://ampedoutdoors.com/) • RecLending (https://www.reclending.com/): Looking to buy a boat or RV? Or already do and want to pay less money? Reach out to RecLending for help! • Omnia Fishing: Use code "SERIOUS10" for 10% off your entire order at https://omnia.direct/SAOmnia • Looking for a forward-facing sonar mount for your boat or kayak? Shop the best at Sniper Marine (https://snipermarine.com/) • Click this link to get 20% off Hobie Eyewear sunglasses: https://alnk.to/7foMV1r • Use code "seriousangler10" to save 10% at RoadActive Suspension (https://activesuspension.com/?rfsn=8312871.e9ba24&utm_source=Refersion&utm_campaign=seriousangler) • Looking to get fit, be healthy, and get some direction on how to do so? Click here and use code "SERIOUS10" for 10% off the program: https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 Connect with us: 📱 Follow us on Instagram: @seriousangler 🐦 Tweet us at: @SeriousAngler 📘 Like us on Facebook: Serious Angler Podcast Network 📷 Check out our TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seriousangler 🌐 Join Us on Discord: https://discord.gg/2Z6YQSWE 🗞️ Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/pages/contact For inquiries, email us at: theseriousangler@gmail.com 📌 Listen to more shows on the Serious Angler Podcast Network: Serious Angler Podcast 🔊 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/serious-angler-bass-fishing-podcast/id1481348744 🔊 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0YM9ZUVNL9NRT4aUmKe4m4?si=e4507da9ef8e43f9 Lure Lab Fishing Tackle Podcast 🔊 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lure-lab-fishing-tackle-podcast/id1647356424 🔊 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/492TVeCHB214CzMUg1NHwX?si=d598629bef024663 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9v-l3kxscyEo1VaR496YuA 📌 Sign up for our weekly newsletter and check out our apparel and gear at: https://seriousanglernetwork.com/ #BassFishing #FishingPodcast #FishingTips Support the show