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In spring, bass become more active and migrate to shallower waters. Red baits, with their vivid color and resemblance to injured prey, stand out in the water, triggering a predatory response from bass. Whether topwater, mid-depth, or bottom presentations, red baits offer versatility, mimicking various types of prey and enticing strikes. Success with red baits requires understanding local bass behavior, water conditions, and seasonal patterns, enhancing the angler's ability to capitalize on this effective tactic and increase their chances of landing trophy bass during the springtime.

The comprehensive guide "Mastering the Art of Umbrella Rig Fishing" provides anglers with essential techniques, tips, and strategies to effectively fish with an Umbrella Rig and increase their chances of landing trophy-sized catches. Starting with an understanding of the Umbrella Rig's components and rig configurations, the guide covers selecting the right lures, rigging the Umbrella Rig, casting and retrieving techniques, and identifying productive fishing areas. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of adapting to changing conditions and provides practical tips for success, such as experimenting with rig configurations, staying organized, and respecting fishing regulations. With this guide, anglers can confidently tackle Umbrella Rig fishing and enjoy the thrill of catching big fish in various environments.

Turning in a wire-to-wire performance, Ken Mah caught a 3-day winning total of 61.54 pounds by a Bill Lewis SB-57 squarebill in Ozark craw and punching heavy cover with a Big Bite Baits Yo Mama in the confusion color and a Big Bite Baits College Craw in spicy purple on 4/0 and 3/0 Gamakatsu hooks with G-Money punch skirts and a 1- to 1 1/4-ounce weight. 

Difference Maker: Mah trusted his presentations to Sunline’s dependable strength.

Discover the best techniques and gear for catching post-spawn walleye with our comprehensive guide. After spawning, walleye move to deeper waters, requiring anglers to adapt their strategies. Suspending minnow baits like the Rapala Husky Jerk and deep diving crankbaits such as the Berkley Money Badger are effective for targeting post-spawn walleye. Worm harnesses paired with bottom bouncers, like the Lindy Crawler Harness, are also popular choices. Remember to prioritize safety and responsible fishing practices. For more tips and gear recommendations, visit DiscountTackle.com and make the most of your post-spawn season!

Wild West Bass press release:

Sacramento CA, March 15, 2023, the Western Bass Shootout welcomes Discount Tackle.com to a multi-year agreement as the Event’s Title Sponsor. This is another step in adding to the list of strong industry partners.

The inaugural event is scheduled for April 14-16, 2023, on the Famed California/ Sacramento River Delta. The SAFE Credit Union Convention Center and the Sacramento Sports Commission are bringing this marquee event to the region in partnership with the APEX Pro Tour, Wild West Bass Trail, WON BASS, and Major League Fishing Toyota Series. The event continues to add more key partners as the date nears.

Vertical jigging is an effective strategy for winter walleye fishing, offering precise bait presentation in frigid waters where walleyes are lethargic. Key baits for vertical jigging include the Rapala Jigging Rap and Rippin Rap, known for their lifelike profiles and distinct actions, while classics like the Swedish Pimple and innovative designs like the Iron Decoy Steely offer enticing movements to lure in wary walleye. Additionally, options like the Rapala Slab Rap and VMC Moon Eye Jig provide versatility and effectiveness in various conditions, complemented by Lindy Jigs for finesse presentations. Understanding these baits and adapting to conditions can significantly enhance fishing success in winter. Always prioritize safety, especially when ice fishing.

Having trouble catching bass during the hot summer months? Here are some of our favorite fish-catching techniques including frogging, crankbaits, and drop shotting.

It's summer, the spawn has passed and the bass have scattered seemingly in every direction across your favorite body of water. Not to mention, bites have become few and far between. We tapped into the knowledge of our bass fishing experts to bring you some of the hottest baits, techniques & tactics to target stubborn summer bass.

The growing popularity of fishing has been well documented in the last two years and one of the fastest growing segments, even before the pandemic, was kayak fishing. There are many reasons for the increased interest, including the lower cost versus purchasing a boat and motor as well as the chance to fish smaller waters and access areas that boats cannot get to.

Two kayak fanatics are the host of The Kayak Fishing Show with Jim Sammons, a show beginning its 13th season on television, and a YouTube personality with nearly 430,000 subscribers, Gene "Flukemaster" Jensen. Both have spent thousands of hours fishing from a kayak and have learned how to stay efficient on the water.