Crankbaits are hard lures that also have a special part called a diving lip in front. This part allows the lure to dip down into the water as you reel it back in. As it moves, it gives off vibrations that can draw in bass. Bass are curious fish, so they will often come to investigate these vibrations. Crankbaits come in a variety of colors and sizes, so you can select one that works best if your water conditions. If the water is clear, you may opt for a lure that matches the environment.
You may also utilize spinnerbaits as a lure. They have a metal spinning blade that rotates around while you reel them in. It spins, putting a shiny flash of light within a bass’s sight. Bass like shiny objects, and the bling from the spinnerbait will incite their curiosity. You can add a soft plastic piece known as a trailer onto the hook to make the lure even more appetizing to fish. These two factors can greatly increase your odds of landing bass.
A jig is a type of lure that consists of a lead head with a hook attached. They are one of the most versatile and can cover a wide range of fishing scenarios. To make them even more tempting to bass, add a soft plastic piece to the hook. Jigs work especially well in weedy and other types of cover where bass like to hide. With jigs, patience is key — you want to allow the jig to drop down into the weeds where the fish reside.
What Makes Topwater Lures Special: Topwater lures do not sink; instead they float (mostly) on the surface of the water. As you reel them in they make a great deal of noise and movement which can draw the attention of bass. These lures work especially well in the early morning or late evening when the water is still. In this time of the year, bass are frequently feeding near the surface, and topwater lures can replicate the action of insects or small fish.
Swimbaits resemble the actual fish in the water. They come in all shapes and sizes, so you can choose based on the envision on what type of fish to catch. Swimbaits work especially well in open water, where there aren’t many obstructions. Ensure that when you are using swimbaits, you are reeling them in at a steady rate to simulate the movement of a real fish. This serves to trick the bass into thinking they are seeing an actual meal.
Finesse worms are plastic lures that mimic actual worms. They are helpful for fishing in clear water or when the bass are behaving finicky and avoiding everything else. Finesse worms are quick and convenient, plus they can be very useful in either situation, especially where bass are not pursuing prey aggressively. Finesse Worms are convincing enough that they will think they have found a real goodie!
One of the popular finesse fishing jig is the Ned rig. They’re especially good in heavy cover, or when bass are being stubborn. Ned rigs are deceptively simple but effective because they can be fished through the water in a manner that appears natural to fish. This will enable you to catch more bass in catch-and-release mode.