Category: Lure Techniques

  • Tricking Out Jerkbaits

    Tricking Out Jerkbaits

    Jerkbaits are a type of fishing lure that can be used to catch various types of fish, including bass, walleye, and pike. While they can be effective right out of the box, customizing them can greatly increase their effectiveness. In this guide, we will discuss the different ways to “trick out” your jerkbaits to improve…

  • Fishing a Wacky or Neko Rig

    Fishing a Wacky or Neko Rig

    If you are bass fishing the Wacky and Neko rig needs to be in your tackle. The rigs are similar but work differently. The difference is a Neko uses a weight. The small weight changes the way the lure moves and why and when to use it.

  • How to Dropshot

    How to Dropshot

    How to dropshot covers the popular technique for bass fishing. This is a finesse method for clear or light to moderately stained water. As a finesse technique, you need to downsize some of the tackle too. People often make the same mistakes with the rig. In other words, they use lines, hooks, baits, weight, or…

  • Tips for Using Lures

    Tips for Using Lures

    The internet is full of what lures to use. Rarely do you see tips on how to use the lures. Each lure has aspects that increase its productivity. There are a lot of people casting and retrieving lures without any focus. You need to know why and how the lure looks and should feel.

  • Classic Baits That Perform

    Classic Baits That Perform

    In today’s market, the newest lure is hyped over all others. People overlook the classic baits that perform in lieu of modern baits. If you do not have any of these lures in your box. You need to consider adding a few. These lures catch fish and have done so for decades.

  • Why and When to Use a Ned Rig

    Why and When to Use a Ned Rig

    The Ned rig is popular and productive. People not using the lure need to learn when and how to use a Ned rig. This lure is easy to learn and will yield results in a short time. The lure only needs to bounce or drag along the bottom. Plus, it is easy to tell when…

  • Bass Reaction Lure Kit

    Bass Reaction Lure Kit

    A bass reaction lure kit is for searching out the bass. Use the lures in the morning or evening to find active fish. These lures entice a strike with their action. The wobble, wiggle, and flash are the elements making the lure effective. Having reaction lures is a staple for an angler wanting to catch…

  • Building a Starter Finesse Bass Kit

    Building a Starter Finesse Bass Kit

    Building a bass finesse kit takes a little planning. You need to know what presentations to use. The lures come in many types. Do you need a finesse or reaction lure for a place or time? Fishing is the process of choosing the right lure for the time and place.

  • Jerkbait Versus Crankbait

    Jerkbait Versus Crankbait

    How to choose the right bait, jerkbait versus a crankbait. People give little thought to which lure to use at specific times. It does make a difference in catch rates. The factors affecting the choice. Include matching the hatch, the depth the fish are located, and water conditions. All these factors need consideration when choosing…