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In the world of bass fishing, the amateur and competitive nature of this sport has attracted a rather large following that has only continued to gain popularity over the years. However, using the right fishing lures and bait is the secret of success in this particular sport. The time of day or night you are fishing, the location, and depth and type of water are all things to be taken into consideration when deciding which bass lures and bait to use. To familiarize yourself with the most frequently used and effective lures and bait take a look at the suggestions below.

Jigs

A lot of experienced fishermen and women stand by jigs (heavy baits with one hook) as being the most useful all around baits, especially in clear to slightly murky waters. Jigs catch the attention of inactive fish as well as drawing the fish of deeper waters. When using jigs, remember to give them enough motion to fool the bass into thinking of them as live prey. The ideal temperature of the water for this type of bass fishing lure is less than 60 degrees which makes them perfect for night fishing trips.

Do You Prefer Rubber Worms?

Gone is the bother of dealing with real worms when you choose to use rubber ones which work equally as well. These lures feature a little extra weight, allowing for a slow descent. If you are fortunate, the bass will go for the rubber worm but if the lure makes it to the bottom without any action from the fish then you simply have to reel it back upwards and drop it once more.

Try Spinner Baits

The unusual shape of spinner baits are constructed with an over-sized metal attachment that spins. This lure doesn’t attract fish by appealing to their hunger, but rather through agitation. Spinner baits are year-round lures that especially work well during the spawning season when bass are less desperate to feed.

Crank Baits

Crank baits are used as top water and sinking lures and imitate a frail or injured fish. The noise made by these lures also helps to attract bass. To make the most of these lures, use a slow motion, just as would be made by an injured fish.

Poppers

While poppers are similar to crank baits, they are set aside solely as a top water lure. As they travel across the water, a “popping” sound is emitted. The best time of year to use this lure is during the summertime, where slow reel action is required.

Grubs

Grubs can be especially useful for smallmouth fishing, as they are geared towards larger catches. Grubs are bare jig heads with a soft body made of plastic which is added to a hook. These bass fishing lures are ideal where there is insufficient cover. Clear and deep waters are the greatest locations to use grubs, where white, yellow, salt and pepper, and smoke selections work best.

Tube Baits

When surrounded with inactive fish or angling in clear water, tube jigs target the bass wonderfully. A 6 to 6.5 foot rod with medium action and a spinning reel is best for these shallow water drop baits.

A Vibrating Lure

A tremor is generated by the plastic or metal used in this type of lure when it is taken out of the water. The lure sinks to the bottom and does not get lost in particularly deep waters. A variety of spinner baits is available in this category, including tail spinners, which are weighty, compact baits of metal that use a small spinner as a focus for the bass. Vibrating lures are great for fishing near currents and obstacles such as stumps and grass beds.