Heavy cover is synonymous with summertime bass angling. Here are the techniques and specialized lines and gear needed to pull big bucketmouths from the thick gnarly vegetation they use regularly.
Specialized, technique-specific bass rods are worth the investment, but not all are created equal. Two companies that come Team-ScoutLook approved include the well-rounded lineup from veteran industry innovator St. Croix Rods, and the relatively new, premium lineup from Witch Doctor Tackle.
On most waterways nationwide, weedlines will hold the bulk of the summer bass population. Here’s how to rig up to dive into the greenery, and pull out consistent catches of eager, hungry, hot-weather largemouths.
Side-imaging sonar. Forward-looking sonar. Fish-attracting sound emitters. Here’s a brief look at the latest and greatest fishing electronics, including several handy fish-locating features found in your smartphone’s ScoutLook Fishing app.
Rivers. Natural lakes. Sprawling impoundments. Whatever bodies of water you fish for bass during the summer months, a certain segment of the fish population will always be found in shallow water. Here are some keys to finding and boating more of these pot-bellied, skinny-water residents.
Few lures can compete with crankbaits for putting lots of summer bass in the boat quickly. Follow these proven tips, including gearing up with the right line and specialized rods, and you will soon be experiencing one of the hottest bass bites of the year.
Altering the color or sound of popular bass lures are just two ways to get local fish to show more interest in your offerings. Here are a handful of fast, easy ways to customize your lures that will give you a serious step up on the competition.