Deep-diving crankbaits<\/strong> – Are best used when the bass is in water over six feet deep.<\/p>\nAt certain times of the year, the males guard the egg beds while the females are off foraging for food.<\/p>\n
After the spawn, you can find an area where the bottom is flat, and there are many male basses on duty.<\/p>\n
No Action with Crankbaits<\/strong> – A common way to fix this is to change to Crankbaits that match the surrounding colors.<\/p>\nBecause Crankbaits come in so many colors, choosing the best color to target bass or other fish may seem difficult.<\/p>\n
If the foliage is light green, try chartreuse or green tones Crankbaits.<\/p>\n
If it’s fall and the leaves change, go for yellows, oranges, and neutrals.<\/p>\n
No Action Near the boat<\/strong> – change your rod and go for one that offers longer casting accuracy and try casting 20+ yards from the boat.<\/p>\nGenerally, we go for a 7-foot to 7.6-foot rod, but you can change to a 6.5-foot rod if your 7+ foot rod is not hitting the mark for better accuracy.<\/p>\n
Fishing Structures <\/strong>– If you have drifted up to the structure but are not having any luck drawing big bass to your lure, then move the boat over top of the structure or into shallow water near the structure.<\/p>\nCast the Crankbaits out and fish from deeper to shallow water.<\/p>\n
Go Fluorocarbon for line choice<\/strong> – Fluorocarbon fishing line is almost invisible in the water, and that is important when you fish predatory fish with excellent eyesight. Bass, Trout, Walleye, and Pike all have very good eyesight.<\/p>\nChanging to a fluorocarbon fishing line can make a difference.<\/p>\n
If you are hooked on a braided line, try carrying a second reel that is ready to go and set up with a fluorocarbon line.<\/p>\n
Braided line is good for many reasons, but it is also the most visible line option.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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