Spinning For Stripers

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.