Fishing Bluegill and Goby Swimbaits for Summer Bass
July 29, 2024
Bass fishing during the heat of summer can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding times of the year. Due to high water temperatures
Three Tips for Magdraft Swimbait Success
March 18, 2024
The Megabass MAGDRAFT swimbait, revered in tournament and trophy bass fishing circles alike, is designed to deliver an unrivaled head-shaking, tail-thumping action right out of
Mastering Water Clarity for Winter Bass Fishing Success
January 10, 2024
Bass fishing’s allure often lies in its complexity and the constantly changing variables that challenge anglers. This is particularly true in the colder months when
Finesse Swimbaits for Winter Bass
December 20, 2023
Small swimbaits are one of the most effective methods for winter bass fishing due to their lifelike appearance and versatility. From a traditional jighead to
HOW TO RIG MAGDRAFT SWIMBAIT LINE-THROUGH
June 2, 2023
The Magdraft Freestyle has allowed anglers to cover nearly all depth zones with the signature profile that has continued to make the Magdraft series effective
HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST SWIMBAIT COLOR
May 17, 2023
We all know that selecting the best lure color will generate more bites from better quality fish. This is especially true in larger baits like
This May CHANGE the Way You Fish the Magdraft Freestyle
November 23, 2022
Megabass Product Specialist, Justin Perelli will change the way you fish the MAGDRAFT FREESTYLE. Hop on board with Justin as he breaks down the vast
Sleeper Gill – Enter the Bluegill’s World
June 23, 2022
https://youtu.be/HFQHFIMAIHo SLEEPER GILL – enter the bluegill’s world with the swimbait that targets areas where others fear to swim. Featuring a patent-pending adaptation of the
Targeting Big Swimbait Bass in 3 Different Areas Using The Magdraft
May 28, 2021
Targeting big swimbait bass in 3 different areas using the Magdraft can be the key to putting a trophy in the boat on your next
Finesse Swimbait Tactics for Trophy Smallmouth Bass
January 25, 2021
Finesse swimbait tactics for trophy smallmouth bass using the SPARK SHAD and HAZEDONG SHAD. More specifically, when to utilize a ball head method with a
How to Catch Big Bass on MAGDRAFT Swimbaits
April 22, 2020
With frontal conditions on the forecast, the rain will be falling, the boats will be running, and the bass will be hungry! Step onto the
Paddletail Spybait Secrets
October 3, 2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbltBiOYBCA&feature=youtu.be The Japanese technique known as “spybaiting” has gained widespread acclaim for its ability to draw strikes from clear-water bass, particularly suspended smallmouths. However, according
Fishing Belly Hook Swimbaits for Bass
June 18, 2019
Fishing belly hook swimbaits for bass began with the early days of swimbait fishing in California decades ago. This was a closely guarded secret for
MAGDRAFT FREESTYLE Swimbait Rigging Techniques
May 8, 2019
How do you fish and rig a FREESTYLE swimbait? MAGDRAFT FREESTYLE swimbait rigging techniques have powered multiple top finishes on the Bassmaster Elite tournament trail.
Zaldain Goes Deep for Swimbait Spots
February 27, 2019
As Chris Zaldain left Palatka, Florida for the seven-hour drive to Lake Lanier, he experienced a bit of déjà vu. The road took him through
Target Fall Bass with the Spark Shad Swimbait
September 19, 2018
Professional bass angler Chris Zaldain nails it when he says new school grubbing is a finesse swimbait rigged on a ball head jig. Unlike grubs,
The Right Equipment for Throwing Big Swimbaits
August 23, 2018
Heavy baits need to be fished on rods rated for heavy lure weights, but with a taper that allows for imparting fish-triggering moves. The rod
Fishing the Dark Sleeper Swimbait like a Jig
July 26, 2018
Bass anglers often use jigs for pitching, flipping and casting to shallow cover. Kenichi Iida demonstrates how to employ a standard jigging technique with a
How to Fish Swimbaits on the Bottom
June 25, 2018
A good portion of bass feeding activity takes place on or near the bottom; crawfish and all sorts of baitfish make use of the lower
How to Fish the Magdraft Swimbait
May 15, 2018
Professional angler Chris Zaldain has turned to the Magdraft swimbait in 6″ and even 8″ sizes to bring some serious weight to the scales throughout
Targeting Transitions with the Dark Sleeper
February 21, 2018
The compact profile and boot-tail design of the Dark Sleeper swimbait make it ideal for bottom contact applications. But unlike many swimbaits, the Dark Sleeper’s
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
Swimbait Tips for Big Smallmouth Bass
August 25, 2017
Chris Zaldain shares his finesse jighead approach on Minnesota’s Mille Lacs, where his Spark Shad 3″ and Orochi XX Shaky Head powered him to a five-fish limit
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
When your big bass targets are holding in shallow weeds, vegetation, or relating to bottom structure, sometimes you need to get rid of that belly
Targeting Grass Flats & Points with Swimbaits
March 2, 2017
Chris Zaldain shares a few key tips to maximize your productivity with the Magdraft swimbait! Head-thumping action (in addition to tail kick) is key 15lb
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
How to Fish the Spark Shad 5″ Swimbait
August 16, 2016
B.A.S.S. Elite pro angler Chris Zaldain shares tips and techniques to help you get the most out of larger 5″ swimbaits like the SPARK SHAD.
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
JAPANESE BASS ON THE MAGSLOWL SWIMBAIT
April 28, 2016
Megabass Japan tester Katsuu hits some small ponds and reservoirs for some nice largemouth bass on the MAGSLOWL swimbait! Apologies for the lack of subtitles, but we hope you’ll
Zaldain’s 3rd Place Finish on Bull Shoals/Norfolk Lake
April 25, 2016
Chris Zaldain approached the multi-lake format of the Bull Shoals / Norfolk Lake event with an open mind, and dialed in a killer swimbait bite
9lbers on the Magdraft Swimbait!
February 28, 2016
What happens when your guide is Oliver Ngy, of Big Bass Dreams? Well, if you’re Westin Yancey of Undercover Sportsman, your personal best largemouth is
Fishing the Magdraft 10″ Swimbait
January 25, 2016
Oliver Ngy of Big Bass Dreams works the MAGDRAFT 10″ in open water, and skips it under overhangs targeting big Texas bass. Make sure you
Edwin Evers shares his swimbait fishing tips
August 26, 2015
Products Mentioned: Spark Shad 4″ | Spark Shad 5″https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvmOaWc0GPg
How Edwin Evers Won Kentucky Lake
June 18, 2015
Edwin Evers details his win on Kentucky Lake, from the approach, equipment, and execution that punched his ticket to the Bassmaster Classic! Key Products: Deep-Six diving