Secrets to Sport Fishing

In the world of bass fishing, the amateur and competitive nature of this sport has attracted a rather large following that has only continued to gain popularity over the years. In order to become a success, using fishing lures and bait is a must. Depending on the time of day or night, location, type of water, and depth - different bass fishing lures will produce better results than other selections. To become familiar with the most common and effective choices, consider the following suggestions: Jigs

Many will say that jigs - heavy, lead-headed baits with a single hook are the most useful of baits to consider - especially when fishing in waters that are somewhat murky or clear. Jigs are good for attracting inactive fish and getting the attention of those who are buried deep. When using this type of lure, keep in mind that jigs are meant to create presentation, where success comes in making them appear noticeably alive. The ideal water temperature for this bass fishing lure is below 60 degrees. They are also perfect for night-fishing.

A lot of experienced fishermen and women stand by jigs (heavy baits with one hook) as being the most useful all around baits, especially in clear to slightly murky waters. Jigs are useful for getting the attention of fish at rest. When using jigs, remember to give them enough motion to fool the bass into thinking of them as live prey. Jigs are best used in water which is at 60 degrees or lower, making them a good choice for night fishing.

Rubber Worms

Rubber worms are far easier to work with, and just as effective as the genuine article. These lures feature a little extra weight, allowing for a slow descent. Bass will bite at your rubber worm - if you’re lucky. Otherwise, just reel it back in and try again.

Spinner Baits

These unusually shaped bass fishing lures have a large metal attachment which spins. These lures draw bass with their motion rather than by resembling their natural prey. Spinners are lures which do a good job year round, but especially during spawning season when hunger is less likely to motivate bass to bite.

Catch Them Out With Crank Baits

Poppers

While poppers are similar to crank baits, they are set aside solely as a top water lure. As they travel across the water, a “popping” sound is emitted. The best time of year to use this lure is during the summertime, where slow reel action is required.

Poppers are similar to crank lures, but are best used as a top water bait. They make a popping noise as they move across water and are best used in the summer, when slow reeling is the way to go.

Go For the Larger Catch with Grubs

Smallmouth bass are especially attracted to the very small lures known more commonly as grubs, which are geared towards larger catches. Grubs are bare jig heads with a soft body made of plastic which is added to a hook. When a highland reservoir is short of ample cover, this type of lure is extremely successful. White, yellow, salt and pepper, and smoke selections work best in clear, deep waters.

Target Your Bass with Tube Baits

Tube jigs are perfect for clear water or waters filled with inactive fish. A 6 to 6.5 foot rod with medium action and a spinning reel is best for these shallow water drop baits.

A Vibrating Lure

A tremor is generated by the plastic or metal used in this type of lure when it is taken out of the water. The lure sinks to the bottom and does not get lost in particularly deep waters. An assortment of lures is available in this category, including tail spinners, which are weighty, compact baits of metal that use a small spinner as a focus for the bass. The use of vibrating lures is best when fishing about stumps, close to the currents of rivers, over waterlogged grass and on deep channel drop offs.

In the world of bass fishing, the amateur and competitive nature of this sport has attracted a rather large following that has only continued to gain popularity over the years. In order to become a success, using fishing lures and bait is a must. Depending on the time of day or night, location, type of water, and depth - different bass fishing lures will produce better results than other selections. To become familiar with the most common and effective choices, consider the following suggestions:

Many will say that jigs - heavy, lead-headed baits with a single hook are the most useful of baits to consider - especially when fishing in waters that are somewhat murky or clear. Jigs are good for attracting inactive fish and getting the attention of those who are buried deep. When using this type of lure, keep in mind that jigs are meant to create presentation, where success comes in making them appear noticeably alive. The ideal water temperature for this bass fishing lure is below 60 degrees. They are also perfect for night-fishing.

The unusual shape of spinner baits are constructed with an over-sized metal attachment that spins. This lure doesn’t attract fish by appealing to their hunger, but rather through agitation. Spinner baits are year-round lures that especially work well during the spawning season when bass are less desperate to feed.

Crank Baits

Through the imitation of a weak or injured fish, crank lures are used as top water and sinking lures. The added cranking noise attracts bass with its sound. A slow approach is necessary in order to successfully imitate an injured fish.

While poppers are similar to crank baits, they are set aside solely as a top water lure. As they travel across the water, a “popping” sound is emitted. The best time of year to use this lure is during the summertime, where slow reel action is required.

Plastic or metal is used to create the vibrating lures that generate a tremor when retrieved out of the water. With a sound (much like a rattle), the baits sink to the bottom and do not get lost in particularly deep waters. A variety of lures are offered in this category, including tailspinners, which are heavy, compact baits of metal that uses a small spinner to attract the bass. Use vibrating lures when fishing about stumps, close to river currents, on deep channel drop-offs, and over waterlogged grass beds.

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