Jig Fishing with Swimbaits
November 16, 2017
Edwin Evers, the 2016 Bassmaster Classic champion, hails from Oklahoma, which is decidedly jig country, and about 1,400 miles east of swimbait central. Nevertheless, he’s
Choosing shallow-cover cast angles
September 29, 2017
When I think of September bass fishing, I think of fishing around shallow targets. Of course, many anglers associate bass fishing with shallow cover, as
Swimbait Tips for Big Smallmouth Bass
August 25, 2017
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dprZXYYcbaQ Small swimbaits have become an essential tool for bass anglers, providing an ultra-realistic presentation that effectively mimics natural forage. These baits excel in a
Locating and Planting Brush Piles
July 22, 2017
One of the keys in competitive bass fishing is learning to focus on catching better than average-sized bass. The skill level of anglers has accelerated
Early Post-Spawn Topwater Fishing
May 16, 2017
The transition from pre-spawn, spawn, to post-spawn is not an exact science. When it comes to topwater techniques, these periods overlap and are far from
Understanding Late Pre-Spawn Patterns
April 14, 2017
Without a doubt, April is one of the favorite months for bass anglers throughout most of the country. The fish are moving shallow in large
Top Hook Swimbait Modification for Big Bass
March 31, 2017
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ST10ew0aPKM The Megabass Magdraft is one of the most effective swimbaits for targeting trophy bass, known for its lifelike action and built-in magnet harness system.
Best Times to Catch Big Bass on Jerkbaits
March 15, 2017
While you can catch fish on jerkbaits all year, there is a specific window of time on each body of water across the country when
When Small Jerkbaits Shine
March 4, 2017
One of the biggest mistakes I’ve seen many anglers make is that they get locked into throwing only a standard-size jerkbait like the Vision 110. If
Targeting Grass Flats & Points with Swimbaits
March 2, 2017
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6irFcdhldSY Swimbaits have revolutionized bass fishing, particularly in tournament scenarios where targeting big fish is essential. One of the most effective swimbaits for covering water
Best Wintertime Jerkbait Locations
February 14, 2017
Jerkbait fishing may be one of the most difficult techniques to master, but on those occasions when you put the puzzle together there’s almost nothing in
A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO GLIDEBAIT FISHING
February 4, 2017
Bassmaster Elite Pro Chris Zaldain shares his approach to glide bait fishing. From his background in California to bodies of water across the country, Chris shares
Jerkbaits in 40-degree Waters
January 31, 2017
Traditionally, most anglers have viewed winter as the prime time for jerkbait fishing. The conventional wisdom indicated that suspending jerkbaits were only effective for sluggish
Understanding Jerkbait Conditions
January 26, 2017
In my opinion, jerkbait fishing can be one of the most complicated techniques in bass fishing, but if practiced correctly it can also be among
How to Fish a Jerkbait: Four Seasons of Fishing
January 18, 2017
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDlao8MRcB0 When it comes to bass fishing, few lures are as effective in cold water or tough conditions as a jerkbait. Whether targeting finicky fish
Northern Smallmouth: Early-winter jerkbaits for shallow water
December 9, 2016
Up here in Canada and the Great Lakes region, I like to target shallow flats, where Smallmouth feed on small baitfish before descending into their
Finesse Swimbaits with Chris Zaldain
August 27, 2016
Bassmaster Elite angler Chris Zaldain shares how he fishes 3″ swimbaits like the Spark Shad for key bites. From rigging to hook set, Chris shares the tips
A Guide to Replacing Jerkbait Hooks
August 27, 2016
The world of treble hooks can be a confusing one, even to the experienced angler. Manufacturers offer a wide range of models, including round bends,
How to Fish the Bottle Shrimp
August 25, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_4Qwu2c-xc When it comes to flipping, pitching, and punching through heavy cover, the Megabass Bottle Shrimp stands out as a highly effective soft plastic bait.
How to Fish the Spark Shad 5″ Swimbait
August 16, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHaYrIo2pt8 When it comes to fishing paddletail swimbaits, few anglers have the expertise and insight of professional bass angler Chris Zaldain. One of his go-to
TOPWATER POPPERS: POP-X
August 4, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAhgBbnUKKY Bass fishing with a topwater popper lure is one of the most exciting and effective ways to trigger aggressive strikes. The explosive topwater action,
POWER FISHING THE VISION ONETEN JERKBAIT
July 15, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He6svmpX_Gg When bass season kicks into high gear, few techniques are as effective as power fishing a jerkbait. While traditional jerkbait fishing is often associated
DOG-X DIAMANTE TOPWATER ACTION!
July 14, 2016
Dog-X Diamante Topwater Action https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAZWR34-6zY The Dog-X Diamante topwater walking bait is designed to provide a precise and enticing action that triggers aggressive strikes. Whether
HOW TO FISH WALKING TOPWATER LURES
June 26, 2016
How to fish walking topwater lures: Top tips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfaVz94czpI Topwater fishing for bass is one of the most thrilling experiences in angling, and walking baits
Zaldain’s Sight Fishing Approach
May 15, 2016
Megabass Pro Chris Zaldain shares his sight fishing tips for big bass with Tyler Brinks of Westernbass.com. Chris shares insights gained through competition on the
Fishing the Magdraft 10″ Swimbait
January 25, 2016
How to Fish with the 10″ Magdraft Swimbait https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cb3MddvHlaE The Magdraft swimbait is a highly effective bait designed to attract trophy-sized bass. The 10-inch Magdraft
Big Bass on the I-Slide 262T
December 25, 2015
Big Bass On the I-SLIDE 262t https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4VtvbznULk The Megabass I-SLIDE 262T is a premium glide bait designed to entice large bass and other predatory fish