Just one week after the 2025 Bassmaster Elite Series wrapped up on the Mississippi River, B.A.S.S. dropped a bombshell.⁠ ⁠ According to the Bassmaster website, beginning in 2026 forward-facing live sonar will only be permitted in up to five of the nine regular-season Elite Series events. Which events allow the technology will be determined randomly. The remaining events will prohibit its use entirely, including during official practice. Restrictions implemented for the 2025 season, which limit anglers to one live sonar transducer and a maximum of 55 total screen inches, will remain in place. The announcement made waves among fans and Elite anglers almost immediately.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in profile for the full story 🔗⁠ ⁠ #fishing #bassfishing #fishingseason #fishingtrip #bassmaster #bassmastereliteseries #outdoors #outdoorlife⁠ 📷: Chase Sansom / Bassmaster⁠ Story by: derekhorneroutdoors