Fishing Lures That Consistently Catch BassPosted by Mouridsen Rosales on May 12th, 2021 What makes some more successful than others is what is in their bank fishing tackle box. Grass is the prevailing cover in many Florida lakes and knowing the different grasses and why they grow in certain places will go a long way towards finding fish. Most fishermen know that Kissimmee grass, reeds, eel grass and pepper grass are good cover for finding fish. Just remember that you will need a heavy action rod and braided fishing line to properly fish these types of bass lures. A heavier rod will make it easier to cast heavier jigs and can help you pull a largemouth bass through thick matted grass. The ChatterBait bladed fishing for bass jig launched back in 2006 by Z-Man and shortly after these bass fishing lures became a mainstay in every anglers tackle box. A bladed jig is now made by a number of fishing lure companies, and it can be fished much like a swimbait but with more versatility. You never know when a big old bass may be swimming by and notice your lure. GPS fish finders can get really expensive, but for just over 0 you can buy the highly rated Garmin Striker 4. If your only time to fish is after a thunderstorm and the high pressure that comes after the storm moves out, you will be very thankful to have a GPS fish finder by your side. Fishing is undeniably tougher after a thunderstorm, so to maximize the time you do have to fish, a GPS can lead you to where you are most likely to have success. A live nightcrawler fished off the bottom is an excellent bait because it’s, well, lifelike. Once you have it on the surface, you can burn it quickly or slow roll it so that it barely gurgles. Throw them on points, bluff walls, rocky banks or anywhere that bass are suspended or feeding up in the water column. Deflection is the key to fishing a squarebill crankbait for bass. Run it right into the stumps, cast it parallel to the bank on the rocks or bang into the pilings on a dock. Jigs are another versatile bass fishing lure that can do some damage from the shore. They can work all year round and are extremely weed-less allowing you to fish all types of areas and structure. When fishing in shallow water, I would recommend not adding a bullet weight. This will allow the bait to fall slowly and look more natural. The opener is like a holiday that has so much rich tradition and holds so many memories for me and my entire family, as I am sure it does for many other anglers throughout the state. If you’re catching crabs, make sure you have a saltwater fishing license. The name of the game for square bill crankbaits is deflection. If you are fishing shallow areas that have rocks and wood than a square bill just might be the ticket. Bass simply can’t resist watching a square bill swim and deflect off a piece of structure. If a bass picks it up and starts to move you need to set the hook. This is one of my favorite ways to catch bass in the summertime. Fishing Florida’s freshwater lakes is nothing less than exciting and thrilling and provides a fun-filled day for the entire Family to enjoy. Florida is known as giant bass country and Lake Okeechobee is one of the top fisheries in the country. When we hear someone say Lake Okeechobee, we immediately associate it with fishing thick, heavy cover and “power fishing”. You’ll find the bite to be very aggressive during this time as well. Ice fishing can be fun but is never guaranteed to be successful. When cold water hits, bass generally hang out near the bottom and can become reasonably lazy feeders compared to their warmer water gluttonous habits. Studying the shoreline for outcroppings, points, ridges under the water, and any weeds or fallen tree cover is going to improve your chances significantly. Rocky lakes and reservoirs with clear water will fish differently from shallower, murky lakes with lots of vegetation and downed trees. Dress properly and you will have awesome days all to yourself. There are large fish still to be caught as well as large quantities. The bass will stack up in prime areas and you can catch them one after another. Post-spawn bass hold in shoreline cover as the spring weather stabilizes. There is a lot of fishing pressure at this time of year, and to catch more fish, you need to get your lure where most guys don’t. You can catch them on most lures, because basically all lures at one time or other will catch feeding fish. Because I have caught bass on rocks, sea walls, grass, laydowns, and even in open water without any visible cover, I want to put everything in my favor that I can when that strike comes. During the pre-spawn in Florida, water temperature will be the first factor in successful fishing. South-facing banks and protected areas will warm up first. The second key is looking for spots where stained water meets clear water. These also double in your bank fishing tackle box as trailers for blade baits and buzzbaits. In fact, many bass fishing anglers do not have access to or even want to catch bass from a boat. Let’s be clear, giants can and are caught each year from the many shorelines across Pennsylvania and around the country. These six bank fishing lures consistently catch bass from the shore throughout the year in most bodies of water and in almost any conditions. Years ago when I first pursued largemouth bass, there was a fishing lure made by the Heddon Company called the Sonic. The less you are seen by the bass, the easier it will be to get them to bite. Low-light conditions and wind will help camouflage you. The most basic way to fish for bedding fish is throwing a 4- or 5-inch Texas-rigged soft-plastic bait past the bed and slowly moving it into the bed. If the bass picks it up, wait a second and set the hook. This is why jerkbaits have always been considered one of the top bass fishing lures. Wondering which bass lures to use when fishing for largemouth bass in freshwater? If you are just learning how to use fishing lures when targeting bass, it may seem as if there are so many different lures to choose from. However, selecting the best lures for bass is easier than you think. It all depends on the conditions of water, weather and underwater terrain. I always stick to dark baits in dark murky water and light bright colors in clear water. A small jig fished a foot or two beneath a bobber is great for panfish. Use big lures for big fish and small lures for small fish. Bass are solitary, lonely spawners, so don't expect to catch several at one place. Males guard the nest from intruders and keep the eggs free of silt. They guard the nest for 10 to 14 days while the eggs incubate and hatch.Like it? Share it! More by this author |