Pat Schlapper Wins Big with BeatDown Fish Finder Mounts

When you’re competing on one of the toughest fisheries in the country, every detail of your setup matters. At the Bassmaster Elite Series event on the Mississippi River, Pat Schlapper proved he had both the skills and the equipment to rise above the competition. His victory marked his second Elite Series win of the 2025 season, solidifying his place among bass fishing’s top pros.

Through it all, Schlapper relied on his BeatDown Outdoors mounts to keep his electronics steady, adjustable, and exactly where he needed them. For an angler who’s all about preparation and precision, the right mount system was every bit as important as the rods, reels, and baits he trusted to get the job done.

Back-to-Back Wins, Same Dedication

Consistency at the Elite Series level doesn’t happen by accident. Schlapper’s win on the Mississippi came on the heels of another victory earlier in the season, showing that his process and preparation are paying off.

“We couldn’t be more proud of Pat and this incredible accomplishment,” said Blake Price, President of BeatDown Outdoors. “He represents everything we stand for as a company — dedication, innovation, and a true love for the sport of bass fishing.”

That alignment is no coincidence. BeatDown Outdoors has built its reputation on designing rock-solid, highly adjustable mounts that meet the demands of today’s electronics-driven bass fishing. And Schlapper has been running them on his boat for years.

Why Electronics Mounts Matter More Than Ever

Bass fishing has changed. Gone are the days when electronics were just for navigation and depth. With forward-facing sonar like Garmin LiveScope, Humminbird MEGA Live, and others, anglers can now see fish in real time and adjust their presentations on the fly. But all that cutting-edge tech is only as good as the mount it sits on.

A flimsy or poorly placed graph mount can mean wasted casts, missed fish, or even damaged electronics. That’s why serious anglers, especially at the Elite Series level, demand mounts that are:

• Rock solid at high speeds

• Adjustable for multiple fishing positions

• Capable of reducing screen glare in any sun angle

For Schlapper, that combination is exactly what BeatDown delivers.

Inside Pat Schlapper’s BeatDown Outdoors Setup

On the bow of his Skeeter, Schlapper runs a dual system with two different mounts, each serving a specific purposStationary Mount with a Humminbird Apex 13: Mounted to a rock-solid leveling plate, this unit stays locked in place for consistent performance.

Adjustable BeatDown Mount for LiveScope: This Ultimate Shorty mount can be raised, lowered, and tilted depending on conditions.

The flexibility of the BeatDown system allows Schlapper to:

• Run his graphs low when moving between spots.

• Raise the LiveScope unit for better visibility when fishing.

• Tilt the screen left or right to combat glare when the sun angle gets tricky.

“If the sun angle is bad, I can loosen it up and just turn it a little bit either direction, and it makes a huge, huge difference for actually seeing your screen,” Schlapper explained. “That’s one of the best things about a BeatDown mount, the adjustability. And they’re rock solid while still giving me that flexibility.”

The Power of Adjustability

Tournament fishing comes down to making the most of every opportunity. With BeatDown’s mounts, Schlapper doesn’t lose time fighting with his electronics or trying to find the perfect angle. Instead, he stays locked in on the fish.

That ability to adapt is crucial when fishing a dynamic river system like the Mississippi. Changing light conditions, glare bouncing off current seams, and the need to move quickly between backwaters all require equipment that can adjust on the fly.

With BeatDown mounts, Schlapper can keep his eyes on the screen and his bait in front of more fish.

Innovation That Matches Anglers’ Dedication

At its core, BeatDown Outdoors is about more than just mounts. It’s about giving anglers the tools they need to perform at their best. Built by fishermen, for fishermen, the company designs products that solve real-world problems on the water.

That’s why pros like Schlapper trust BeatDown to handle their electronics. The mounts are designed to handle tournament abuse, weekend wear-and-tear, and everything in between. Whether you’re running down the lake at 70 mph or making micro-adjustments on the bow, BeatDown delivers confidence that your graphs will stay exactly where you want them.