The striped bass is one of the most sought after species of fish around.Anglers love the challenge these fish put up and they love the way
they taste. When fishing for the striped bass one of the most important things to know is which bait to use. There are many different types
of baits available making it difficult to determine which ones would be the best in any given situation. In fact, there are more bass lures sold on the market
than for any other species of fish.
When you first go out to buy lures for striped bass fishing you may be a little stunned but don't worry. You can narrow your options down
by starting out with what others have determined to be good all-around bait that works most anywhere.Once you have more experience with this
species you will learn that the location where you are fishing will make a difference in which baits to use but in the meantime the three
options listed below willhelp you get off to a great start.
Live Bait Live bait is considered to be one of the best options you can use when fishing for the striped bass. This is one of the
favorite of experienced anglers everywhere because they work so well.Some of the most popular live baits used for striped bass are listed here: Shad
Herring Shrimp Menhaden
Anchovies Worms It's important that you keep the bait as fresh as possible. Otherwise, they won't work as well as they should and you may end
up being disappointed.
CrankBait Crankbaits closely resemble the baitfish that is consumed by the striped bass as a naturalfood source such as the minnow and
crawfish. It's one of the most popular choices when it comes to artificial baits. These baits are versatile enough to be used when fishing
in any depth. There are actually three main types of crankbaits that are designed for the different depths so you can use them
to fish the shallows, the deepest parts of the water and in between these two.
These baits are easy enough for a child to use but effective enough to benefit the professional angler.This makes them a great choice because
they get results. Crankbaits are classified as action baits because when you reel or crank them back in, the sound they make will attract the
stripped bass and entice them to strike.
Spinnerbaits There are so many different types of spinnerbaits available that many anglers new to the sport is usually a little shocked at
first. You can find all types of shapes,colors and they even have interchangeable blades. You will also notice a difference in the textures of
the spinnerbaits. Of course, this versatility is one of the reasons this bait made it to the top three for striped bass fishing.
You can use spinnerbaits in all types of water and during any season. They closely resemble the natural food source of the striped bass and most
anglers will agree they work very well for attracting this species.
Basic Information The more you know about the striped bass the easier it will be for you to choose the right bait. Learn to look around and see
what baitfish is in the area so you know what the striped bass is feeding off of naturally. Overtime,you will also be able to look at the
surroundings and know where the most likely places are to find this species.
The bass is different from many of the other species when it comes to bait. For example, when fishing for the crappie you want to match the
natural food source in the area that you are fishing for the best results. With the striped bass, you should learn what the natural food
source is in the area and then choose bait that is different but still something they are attracted to. This will get their attention
and entice them into taking the bait faster.
The striped bass can be very unpredictable and can be hard to find sometimes because they tend to scatter out. Start by looking for
baitfish such as shad and when you find them the bass should be close by. They do prefer clear water so this will help you locate them quicker but onthe downside; they can
see you better too and will be scared away if you're not careful.
In the hot summer they will be out in the deeper parts of the water but will move back inland as the water begins to cool down. They will be
around structures, inlets, banks and estuaries during the spawning season. Don't be afraid to experiment a little to determine which
option is working the best.The striped bass can put up an amazing fight so be sure and check your equipment before heading out.
You don't want to lose a nice catch due to faulty gear.
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Catching Striped Bass Tips
So the deep freeze is on in most areas of the country.If you're not able to get out fishing because of the weather or other reasons, my condolensces!
I'm in that predicament myself.But the best fishermen continue to do "stinkin' thinkin'" about tactics, strategies, and baits,even when it's "off season".
In that spirit, I'm going to serve you up some more tasty morsals this week... let it all "gel" in your mind, and next time you get out, unleash
the fury.
This week I'm going to shift gears a bit and go over some strategies for catching striped bass.Pay special attention to the
"spinning" tactics I outline below...
And pay special attention to the "secrets" revealed in this unique fishing video:Striped Bass Tips
... this bass catching tactic revealed here can turn raw beginners into fish catching fanatics almost overnight.Make sure to hang on to the
end as you'll get to see some goodies available to you at the end. Shocking, really.
When you first go out to buy lures for striped bass fishing you may be a little stunned but don't worry. You can narrow your options down
by starting out with what others have determined to be good all-around bait that works most anywhere.Once you have more experience with this
species you will learn that the location where you are fishing will make a difference in which baits to use but in the meantime the three
options listed below willhelp you get off to a great start.
Live Bait Live bait is considered to be one of the best options you can use when fishing for the striped bass. This is one of the
favorite of experienced anglers everywhere because they work so well.Some of the most popular live baits used for striped bass are listed here: Shad
Herring Shrimp Menhaden
I hope you get out fishing over the weekend, and if you get a chance to try any of the tips above, let me know.
And don't forget to check out the Bass Fishing Secret Weapon for even better catches.
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.
I'm in that predicament myself.But the best fishermen continue to do "stinkin' thinkin'" about tactics, strategies, and baits,even when it's "off season".
In that spirit, I'm going to serve you up some more tasty morsals this week... let it all "gel" in your mind, and next time you get out, unleash
the fury.
This week I'm going to shift gears a bit and go over some strategies for catching striped bass.Pay special attention to the
"spinning" tactics I outline below...
And pay special attention to the "secrets" revealed in this unique fishing video:Striped Bass Tips
... this bass catching tactic revealed here can turn raw beginners into fish catching fanatics almost overnight.Make sure to hang on to the
end as you'll get to see some goodies available to you at the end. Shocking, really.
When you first go out to buy lures for striped bass fishing you may be a little stunned but don't worry. You can narrow your options down
by starting out with what others have determined to be good all-around bait that works most anywhere.Once you have more experience with this
species you will learn that the location where you are fishing will make a difference in which baits to use but in the meantime the three
options listed below willhelp you get off to a great start.
Live Bait Live bait is considered to be one of the best options you can use when fishing for the striped bass. This is one of the
favorite of experienced anglers everywhere because they work so well.Some of the most popular live baits used for striped bass are listed here: Shad
Herring Shrimp Menhaden
I hope you get out fishing over the weekend, and if you get a chance to try any of the tips above, let me know.
And don't forget to check out the Bass Fishing Secret Weapon for even better catches.
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.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
7 top bass fishing secrets
These little secrets will help your bass fishing experience greatly. The vast majority of anglers I observe do not follow many or some cases all of these
tried and proven principles of bass fishing.
1) The activity level of the bass is the prime determining factor in choosing what bait to use. Bass go through two cycles, these cycles are not easy to
predict and can change from week to week, day to day or sometimes from hour to hour. They will generally be either active or inactive. When bass are
actively feeding you need to use a fast moving aggressive lure. Spinnerbaits and crankbaits would best fit this description. When they are in an
inactive phase a slower moving lure such as a jig and pig combo or plastic worm work best.
2) The spinnerbait is hands down the best overall bass lure because of its versatility.While it may not be the best choice for
any one condition it does have a variety of excellent uses. It is the only basslure that can be fishing with a fast retrieve of sloe retrieve with equal
effectiveness. It attracts bass in several different manners. Size, motion,sight and sound are all employed when using this lure.
3) The color of lure you select has great importance to your success on the water.Every angler should keep a log and try to learn color patterns, as they can
change from lake to lake. In general lighter colors work better at night and work better when using a deep divinglure. For shallow running lures and
during high light periods you may wantto switch to a darker color. They key concept in to change colors when one is not producing. It is always a better
idea to change colors when things are going bad before you change the style oflure you are using. The color is more likely the problem than the lure choice.
4) Using bigger bait will enhance yourchance of catching a bigger fish. As bass grow larger they become less active. Large cold blooded creatures
have limited energy and must conserve it as best they can. Bass that have grown to a very large size want to eat farless often but look for much larger
meals when they do decide to eat.
5) Large trophy bass are often caught is shallow water, less than four feet deep.Many anglers have this notion in their heads that trophy fish must be caught
only in deep water.For many species this is true. Bass however operate a bit differently. The true trophy bass prefer shallow water
areas, especially those that are hard for a boat to reach.
Actually the bass obviously does no know how hard it is for a boat to reach an area. But if an area is hard to reach it is more likely the bass that inhabit
that area are large and have not yet been hooked.
6) The best time of day to fish for bassis the time period from two hours before sunset to right after sunset occurs. You will see many anglers speak about the
virtues of beginning a fishing session before sunrise. It has been my experience that there is not a great deal of difference between fishing at
7am as opposed to noon. It is a bit better at sunrise for sure but the difference is not large. The time period before sunset however is much better
than sunrise. There is no question it is the best time to fish for bass.
7) If you primary goal is to catch as many fish as possible then live bait is your best option. It is also the best option if you wish to catch as large as
fish as possible. A box full of fancy lures is great. If you fish for the sporting thought of catching a fish with bait that is not natural that box will
help you immensely. Live bait will however put more fish in your boat. The best live bait you can use is a smaller fish. The size of the bait will need to
be tailored to the size of the bass you seek. In Northern Minnesota where bass generally do not get much bigger than seven pounds a three to four inch sucker
minnow works best. In southern Florida where fifteen pound monsters lurk a twelve inch wild shiner is much more appropriate. Nitecrawlers and leeches
also work very well for catching bass.
These seven secrets contain powerfulinformation that will fuel a rise in your fishing catching success. Next time you are on the water pay attention to
each of them and your fishing prospects will reap the benefits.
And don't forget to checkoutbass fishing secrets
tried and proven principles of bass fishing.
1) The activity level of the bass is the prime determining factor in choosing what bait to use. Bass go through two cycles, these cycles are not easy to
predict and can change from week to week, day to day or sometimes from hour to hour. They will generally be either active or inactive. When bass are
actively feeding you need to use a fast moving aggressive lure. Spinnerbaits and crankbaits would best fit this description. When they are in an
inactive phase a slower moving lure such as a jig and pig combo or plastic worm work best.
2) The spinnerbait is hands down the best overall bass lure because of its versatility.While it may not be the best choice for
any one condition it does have a variety of excellent uses. It is the only basslure that can be fishing with a fast retrieve of sloe retrieve with equal
effectiveness. It attracts bass in several different manners. Size, motion,sight and sound are all employed when using this lure.
3) The color of lure you select has great importance to your success on the water.Every angler should keep a log and try to learn color patterns, as they can
change from lake to lake. In general lighter colors work better at night and work better when using a deep divinglure. For shallow running lures and
during high light periods you may wantto switch to a darker color. They key concept in to change colors when one is not producing. It is always a better
idea to change colors when things are going bad before you change the style oflure you are using. The color is more likely the problem than the lure choice.
4) Using bigger bait will enhance yourchance of catching a bigger fish. As bass grow larger they become less active. Large cold blooded creatures
have limited energy and must conserve it as best they can. Bass that have grown to a very large size want to eat farless often but look for much larger
meals when they do decide to eat.
5) Large trophy bass are often caught is shallow water, less than four feet deep.Many anglers have this notion in their heads that trophy fish must be caught
only in deep water.For many species this is true. Bass however operate a bit differently. The true trophy bass prefer shallow water
areas, especially those that are hard for a boat to reach.
Actually the bass obviously does no know how hard it is for a boat to reach an area. But if an area is hard to reach it is more likely the bass that inhabit
that area are large and have not yet been hooked.
6) The best time of day to fish for bassis the time period from two hours before sunset to right after sunset occurs. You will see many anglers speak about the
virtues of beginning a fishing session before sunrise. It has been my experience that there is not a great deal of difference between fishing at
7am as opposed to noon. It is a bit better at sunrise for sure but the difference is not large. The time period before sunset however is much better
than sunrise. There is no question it is the best time to fish for bass.
7) If you primary goal is to catch as many fish as possible then live bait is your best option. It is also the best option if you wish to catch as large as
fish as possible. A box full of fancy lures is great. If you fish for the sporting thought of catching a fish with bait that is not natural that box will
help you immensely. Live bait will however put more fish in your boat. The best live bait you can use is a smaller fish. The size of the bait will need to
be tailored to the size of the bass you seek. In Northern Minnesota where bass generally do not get much bigger than seven pounds a three to four inch sucker
minnow works best. In southern Florida where fifteen pound monsters lurk a twelve inch wild shiner is much more appropriate. Nitecrawlers and leeches
also work very well for catching bass.
These seven secrets contain powerfulinformation that will fuel a rise in your fishing catching success. Next time you are on the water pay attention to
each of them and your fishing prospects will reap the benefits.
And don't forget to checkoutbass fishing secrets
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