Catching wide mouth bass

The following article includes some amazing information that may cause you to reconsider your largemouth bass fishing stratergies. The most important thing is to read this with an open mind and be willing to change your way of fishing if necessary.




We're going to talk about using lures to hammer the big largemouth bass

in your area.



Most importantly, follow the special guidelines for using crankbaits... and you'll attract instant attention from the monsters... no matter where it is... and no matter how cold it gets!



And if that isn't enough... this video will show you the quickest shortcut to catching mass bass quickly:





If you are a bass fishing enthusiast and visit a lake or pool with a high population of largemouth bass then the likelihood is that you have a working knowledge of he techniques that can be used to catch them throughout the year.



After all, they do have certain behavioural patterns that they follow year in and year out.



If you are a seasoned expert then you probably have it down to a fine art by now, but how much thought have you put into the lures you use? Whether you are a novice or an expert, you should take the time to look into the different lures to see which ones work best with the largemouth bass in your local pool or lake.



Lures are essential pieces of equipment and using the right ones can really increase your catch rate. If you use the wrong ones then this can dramatically reduce your catch rate as well so taking the time to figure it all out is an excellent idea. Of course, it is not only the lures you choose but also the way that you use them. This is why it is one of those things that you have to perfect over a season or two rather than just falling into it or picking it up right away. There are so many factors to consider - the clarity of water, the vegetation, the nature of the habitat. As such, you should investigate the

nature of the lures and what they actually do so you know when to use them.



Spinnerbaits are a fine example of that.Largemouth bass absolutely love spinnerbaits and they can really improve your catch rate, but only if you use them correctly. They are perfect for use in vegetative areas and also in shallow waters. They are especially useful for dragging along the bottom of a lake or through thick weeds. As such, they target he largemouth bass proactively and directly so you do not have to wait for them to bite. You should choose those with bigger blades though because they cause a greater vibration in the water.



They are not good for medium or deep waters though. For those, you need other types of lures.



Truthfully, the only difference between you and largemouth bass experts is time. If you'll invest a little more time in reading, you'll be that much nearer to expert status when it comes to largemouth bass.



Crankbaits are fantastic for use in medium waters, especially if you are skilled enough to get them to turn when the bass is approaching. Depending on the depth of the water, you can choose shallow, medium and even deep diving crankbaits. No matter what type you choose, they will have the largemouth bass eating out of your hand. Literally in most cases! Worms are also fantastic lures, especially the plastic ones that are used on a regular basis.



The bass go crazy for hem because they are so realistic and are textured as if they were real. They are excellent for use in the vegetation and when fishing deep and well as in shallow pools. Worms are literally the great all rounders of the lures selection you have at your disposal so if all else fails, they should be the lures you turn to.



Worms are particularly known for their deep fishing abilities with largemouth bass.



However, no matter how deep the waters it is prudent to try surface fishing in the spring and summer. Buzzbaits and torpedoes are perfect for that.



Their minute vibrations disturb the topwater and actively attract the bass like no other.



However, they may not work as well in rougher waters. In those waters you should use a chartreuse swimbait instead. Swimbaits look exactly like real fish a will move on the water as though they are too. As such, you can achieve great results from these lures during topwater and surface water fishing.



Lures and their correct usage are extremely important when it comes to actually having a successful day on the lake. They can make all the difference between a poor and a great catch rate. As such, it is worth taking the time to learn how to use them and to familiarise yourself with when each type should be used and how.







While everyone else is out hunting, I urge you to get out there and try some of this stuff if you can.



The day will come when you can use something you read about here to have a beneficial impact on your largemouth bass fishing. Then you'll be glad you took the time to learn more about largemouth bass.



P.S. ...and if you want more old school tips than you could possibly use in a lifetime... stuff that is tried and proven to put fish on the dinner table... even when in the worst conditions possible (and even when nobody else can catch a single bass), you gotta give this a look: lures and baits.

Fishing with Live Bait


There are many myths that surround using live bait instead of artificial and most of them are not true. Live bait is still used by many anglers. The one factual part of live bait, which no one can dispute, it that is often messy, and it smells terrible. If you can surmount these two factors, you will be in good shape to try live bait on your next fishing outing.

There are some basic principles that should not be ignored when using live bait. None of the principles concerning live bait are clean or nice, but they are mandatory. You should never handle live bait when your hands are dry. Bait has a slimy layer on the outside, which is protective as well as inviting to predators, and if your hands are dry you will risk removing that layer.

If you are running short on live bait, try to save the bait that dies in your live well or in a nearby bucket. When your live bait has run out, you will still be able to use the freshly dead bait on your hook to attract fish. All you have to do is cast your line and bob it a little to give the appearance that your decoy has some life left. Be careful of the weight that you put on a line with live bait. Fish are going to spot a weight if it is too heavy and weighting down the bait. Your weight or sinker should be light enough to give the bait the appearance of free floating in the water.

Seasonal fishing can change the perspective on live bait. For instance, the summer months can be brutal, especially in the South. You may need to adjust your thinking and practices when the summer months hit. Keeping the bait alive will be the hardest obstacle for any angler in the summer. In order to keep your bait living, you will need to change out the water regularly so that the oxygen can keep flowing through to the bait. However, you can’t just stop at changing out the water.

The temperature of the water is crucial because the water on the surface is hot and deadly for living bait. Therefore, having ice on hand to put into the live well will be the most beneficial way of keeping your live bait happy until they reach the hook. There is also a bait shortage during the summer months on things like shrimp and live croaker. You will save yourself a lot of time if you call the bait shop the night before to ensure that the bait you want is available. The shrimp are the most common bait in the summertime, but they are not as effective as you may think. When everyone is using shrimp, the fish are not as excited by them because they see them everywhere. Try using a baitfish that is not as often used in the summer months and guarantee a better chance of catching a fish.

Some other tips you should keep in mind when fishing with live bait is to never hook your live bait in the eyes. The reason is that you want the bait to see the fish approach them because they will become more excited and it will cause the fish to latch on better. Another thing is that you should add water softener salt to the water that is holding your live bait. The salt will make the scales of your bait harder while instantaneously preserving the slimy coat that attracts predators.

Lastly, you should make sure that you know how to properly throw a casting net before trying to catch bait. People often times throw the net too hard or too soft and this results in frustration and a net that does not consistently open.

Live bait can come in handy when you are trying to have a big day out at sea. Reason and logic will tell you that a fish would be more attracted to real food as oppose to faux food. However, the live bait does increase the workload so make sure you are prepared to deal with the entire package before committing to fishing with live bait.