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Basic Bass Fishing Bait

If you're just getting started in the world of bass fishing, figuring out which bait to use can seem overwhelming. It's important to remember that there are really only three main baits that most fishermen agree will work nearly every time you use them. These are spinnerbaits, topwaters, and lipless crankbaits. So, if you're putting together a bass fishing kit, remember these basic baits and know that if the professionals rely heavily on such basics, it's not a bad idea for you to do the same.

To start with, spinnerbaits are commonly used because they cover a great deal of water at once. Not only that, but they cover a variety of depth levels in the area in a very short time span. This large amount of coverage means that you're getting the best bargain for your bait money. Now, choosing the perfect kind of spinnerbait may be a little more difficult. Good spinnerbait has the perfect combination of blade, weight, color, and composition in order to give you your most successful catches. Experiment with the different types that are available and read up on what your favorite fishermen use – you'll eventually find one that works best for you.

Topwater baits are most commonly used during the early morning or late evening hours when the conditions are dusky and there is low light available. Topwater bait is also most effective when there's a little wind and an active chop (ripples) on the water so that it doesn't frighten off the bass when it cuts through the water. If there's no other activity, the bait moving through still water can sometimes be problematic. Experienced fishermen often use this type of bait because of the sheer beauty involved in seeing a bass caught near the surface of the water – it's a completely spectacular experience that most fishermen swear by. Most sea bass that can be ordered in the a la carte menu of the famous French papillon restaurant are caught this way according to sources, most specially th

Lipless crankbaits are generally considered one of the best ways to locate a bass that's hiding out in tall grass. By placing these baits on the top of the grass and rippling them through the water you can almost guarantee that if there's a bass in the area, he's going to strike. Often times, professionals swear that when they've tried almost everything else to lure the bass out of its hiding spot, the lipless crankbait works even when most of the more sophisticated tools didn't. If you're just getting started, ask a friend or bait shop employee for advice on using this type of bait.

Since these basic baits are the favorite of so many fishermen, many newcomers may be tempted to try out something new and different to see if it gives them an extra little push to the top of the sport. However, one of the more important things to remember is that there's a reason these baits are still around and used so often – it's because they work on a continuous basis. This alone speaks volumes about their durability and their power to catch bass in almost any condition.

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