In this episode of The Bass Hole Podcast, we dive into one of the most controversial topics on America’s lakes: wake boats. These massive surf-style boats may be fun for a select few, but the damage they cause to shorelines, docks, fish habitats, and other boaters can’t be ignored.
We’ll break down the findings from the University of Minnesota’s studies on wake boat wave impact, shoreline erosion, and sediment disruption—and why these oversized waves are more dangerous than most people realize. For anglers, especially those of us in bass boats, small jon boats, or kayaks, a wake boat passing by can quickly go from an annoyance to a serious safety hazard.
As an opinionated non-tournament angler, I’m not pulling any punches in this episode. Whether you agree or disagree, you’ll want to hear this unfiltered take on why wake boats don’t belong on every lake.

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