Modern bass fishing has evolved into a multi-billion dollar industry.[3] The sport has changed drastically since its beginnings in the late 19th century. From humble beginnings, the black bass has become the second most specifically sought-after game fish in the United States. The sport has driven the development of all manner of fishing gear, including rods, reels,
lines, lures, electronic depth and fish-finding instruments, drift boats, float tubes, and specialized bass boats.