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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. In order to become a success, using fishing lures and bait is a must. 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 fishing lures and bait to use. This article will assist you in becoming more familiar with some of the most common types of bass fishing lures.

Are Jigs Right For You?

Jigs are lead-headed heavy baits with a single hook and considered by many to be the most useful of baits particularly when fishing in murky waters. Jigs catch the attention of inactive fish as well as drawing the fish of deeper waters. Whilst using this kind of lure remember that jigs are meant to create presentation so success is all about making them appear to be alive. The ideal water temperature for this bass fishing lure is below 60 degrees. They are also perfect for night-fishing.

Do You Prefer Rubber Worms?

Rubber worms are far easier to work with, and just as effective as the genuine article. These lures feature a little extra weight, allowing for a slow descent. When lucky, bass strike at the rubber worm. If the lure reaches the bottom without any action, simply reel it back towards the surface and let it drop once again.

Spinner Baits

The unusual shape of spinner baits are constructed with an over-sized metal attachment that spins. This kind of lure draws the fish by the disturbance it makes in the water. You can use spinner baits throughout the year and they are particularly useful during the spawning season when the fish are less interested in feeding.

Crank Baits

Crank baits are used as top water and sinking lures and imitate a frail or injured fish. The added cranking noise attracts bass with its sound. A slow approach is necessary in order to successfully imitate an injured fish.

Poppers

While poppers are similar to crank baits, they are set aside solely as a top water lure. They make a popping noise as they move across water and are best used in the summer, when slow reeling is the way to go.

Grubs

Grubs can be especially useful for smallmouth fishing, as they are geared towards larger catches. Grubs are bare jig heads with a soft-plastic body added to a hook. When a highland reservoir lacks ample cover, this lure is rather effective. Clear and deep waters are the greatest locations to use grubs, where white, yellow, salt and pepper, and smoke selections work best.

Target Your Bass with Tube Baits

When surrounded with inactive fish or angling in clear water, tube jigs target the bass wonderfully. A spinning reel on a 6 to 6.5 -foot medium-light to medium action rod best accommodates this type of drop bait. Also, seek out water no deeper than 10 feet when using tube 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. With a sound (much like a rattle), the baits sink to the bottom and do not get lost in particularly deep waters. A variety of spinner baits are offered in this category, including tailspinners, which are heavy, compact baits of metal that uses a small spinner to attract the bass. The use of vibrating lures is best when fishing about stumps, close to the currents of rivers, over waterlogged grass and on deep channel drop offs.

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