Paddle tail swimbaits have become a staple in bass fishing due to their lifelike swimming action and versatility. These soft plastic lures mimic baitfish with their paddle-shaped tails, making them effective in a variety of water conditions. From standard to hollow body and pre-rigged styles, there’s a swimbait for every situation. Bigger paddle tail swimbaits also attract larger bass, making them ideal for trophy hunters. In a competitive market, Keitech leads with its Swing Impact series, known for superior action and detail, although their softer plastics may sacrifice durability compared to other brands.
The fall transition in bass fishing refers to the period between summer and fall when cooler nights, shorter days, and dropping water temperatures trigger a shift in bass behavior. This change affects the entire aquatic ecosystem, signaling fish to prepare for the upcoming colder months. The transition is driven by two main factors: cooler night temperatures and shorter daylight (photoperiod). As these changes become consistent, bass and other species respond by becoming more active, often following baitfish that migrate in search of warmer waters and food. The cooler temperatures increase bass' metabolism, making them hungrier and more mobile. The fall also brings notable natural events like the dying of vegetation, Fall Turnover, and bait migration, all of which influence bass fishing during this season.
To effectively target summer walleye, understanding their feeding behavior and habitat preferences is crucial. As water temperatures rise, walleye move to deeper, cooler waters during the day and seek structures like submerged points and deep weed bed edges. During low-light conditions, they venture into shallower areas like weed beds and rocky shorelines to feed on abundant baitfish. Using jerkbaits, crankbaits, deep-diving trolling plugs, and worm harnesses can increase your chances of catching walleye, as each bait and technique caters to their specific summer feeding habits.
love these great bait for smallmouth,s. i rig it on chartreuse 1/8 oz berkley half-head jig. stands up off bottom a little. caught many 20 inch smallmouth,s on it this fall in 20-25 ft of water.
This braid is very thin I would say that it is very much worth it if you are fishing in areas with little debris because if you do the braid gets frayed very easily. In open water it casts very far a god 30-40ft or so but this can depend on the reel you are using.