Bass Fishing
Best Lures for Bass Fishing - May 7, 2009 - 8:44:14 PM

Best Lures for Bass Fishing

Author: Daniel Eggertsen

Bass fishing is a great sport that allows you to spend time with friends and family relaxing doing something that you really enjoy. Many anglers love the opportunity to see some of the wonderful things that nature has to offer while out on the lakes and rivers. The scenery is definitely beautiful and can't be matched by anything else.

Whatever takes you out of the house or office and onto the waters to go bass fishing, you need to get all of your gear ready before you go out. One of the most important items found in your fishing gear will be the fishing lures. When it comes to bass fishing you have the biggest selection available compared to any other type of fishing lures.

With so many different shapes, sizes and colors available how do you know which ones to choose? In the end it all comes down to your personal preference but the information listed below can help you get started searching for the bass fishing lures that work the best for you.

Below is a list of some of the best bass fishing lures in North America.

Spinnerbait

Spinnerbait is one of the most popular bass fishing lures used today. They come in many different colors such as red, yellow, white, brown, black and so forth with gold or silver blades. Many anglers prefer the metallic spinnerbaits but all designs are bright and shiny to attract the attention of the bass. Some spinnerbaits have rubber skirts that are designed specifically for getting the attention of the bass. You can change these skirts making this type of spinnerbait more versatile.

When it comes to the shape of spinnerbait you should use, you need to consider the types of fish found in the water where you are located. Spinnerbait is designed to imitate the bait fish found in different waters to outsmart the bass so they will take the bait. These tend to trick the bass into taking the bait by impulse.

Crankbait

Another very popular bass fishing lure is the crankbait lure. It was given this name because the lure is connected to the end if the line and then you crank it back to the area where you are fishing. Some crankbaits sink directly to the bottom of the water while others float on the top. There are even crankbaits that stay suspended at the depth where you stopped reeling it in. Crankbaits are designed for shallow, medium and deep waters.

Jigs

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Bass Fishing with Plastic Worms - May 3, 2009 - 5:23:05 PM

Bass Fishing With Plastic Worms

Author:Doug Burns

Anyone that does any amount of fishing has had to learn how to use plastic worms to catch bass. It doesn't matter if you are fishing for large or smallmouth bass worms work extremely well. They are most anglers primary bait and every anglers fall back if their favorite is not working. They are simple to use and come in many varieties.

Because there are so many varieties the choices can be confusing and you will have to experiment some in the waters you fish to actually find out works best. However there are some general guidelines on how to choose which color and size to use.

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Bass Fishing at Lake Okeechobee - Apr 29, 2009 - 7:20:49 PM

Bass Fishing at Lake Okeechobee

Author: Daniel Eggertsen

When it comes to bass fishing Lake Okeechobee is at the top of the list for great places to catch bass. This is especially true if you are searching for trophy bass. In fact, it is the most famous lake you will find anywhere in the world for the best bass fishing opportunities. When it comes to freshwater lakes this one is also the second largest in the United States and it does live up to its great reputation for being filled with bass. You will find this lake in the central part of southern Florida just north of the Everglades. 

Lake Okeechobee is most famous for its largemouth bass and it provides you with a chance to catch that trophy fish you always wanted. If you are just visiting Florida and do not know the area very well, then you may need a little help determining the best places to go bass fishing. This can be easily achieved by hiring a guide to help you out. There are many services available in the area that will be glad to furnish you with all the assistance you need.

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Texas Bass Fishing - Big Bass in the Big State - Apr 28, 2009 - 6:07:22 PM

Texas Big Bass Fishing

Author: Daniel Eggertsen

We've been receiving a lot of questions asking me about fishing for bass in Texas, and it's no wonder why the state is so popular for fishing with its over 6000 reservoirs and almost 5000 square miles of inland water.

Before you head off for a Texas fishing adventure, first we need to cover a few things, such as pests you'll find. Black widow and brown recluse spiders are known to frequent Texas, along with scorpions, centipedes, fire ants, and a plethora of flying, stinging insects. Additionally, copperheads, rattlesnakes and the Texas Coral Snake may all be living close to where you visit, so be prepared by arming yourself with knowledge on what to treat and how to treat it. A first aid kit combined with some special items just for the area you are traveling to is never a bad thing to bring along, especially if you will be taking children along with you.

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Bass Fishing - Save Time, Money and Effort - Apr 9, 2009 - 7:16:09 PM

Bass Fishing Tips - How To Save Time Money And Effort

Author: Abhishek Agarwal

Many a good angler has learnt a lot by keeping his eyes and ears peeled during his amateur days of fishing. A lot can be learnt just by observing and listening to the ‘gurus’ talk about a sport or pastime that you are interested in. In the sport of bass fishing many good catches have been the result of a good bass fishing tip from the experts in their field.

Let us take for instance, a sea bass fishing expedition. An amateur will not know that the kid of tackle he is using is not suited for the kind of fish he is trying to lure. An experienced fisherman will tip him on the mistake he is making and this could lead to him making a catch where he would never have been able to without the tip. Something as simple as changing tackle can make a big difference.