There are several huge behavioral differences between Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass. In a lake you generally find Smallmouth Bass in deep and rocky sections of the lake. Largemouth Bass on the other hand prefer weedy portions of the lake. Largemouth Bass also for much of the year can be found in much shallower water than Smallmouth Bass typically prefer. In rivers Smallmouth Bass are found more in the fast current, especially near rocks or near creek mouths. Largemouth Bass on the other hands prefer slower moving water and are often found inhabiting weedy backwater areas of the river.

To catch Largemouth Bass you need to use baits that work well in weeds and trees, both standing and fallen timber. The spinnerbait fits both these criteria. In my life I have only caught one Smallmouth Bass on a spinnerbait but have caught hundreds of Largemouth Bass.

The spinnerbait is versatile bait that can be fished many different ways. A favorite northern lake of mine has a large section of lily pads that holds Largemouth Bass.

The trick is finding where exactly the Bass are. With a spinnerbait you can fish many different ways. In this situation I have positioned my boat where I could retrieve the spinnerbait along the edge of the pads, trying to entice the Bass holding on the outer edge of the pads near deeper water. I typically start retrieving the bait with the top foot of the water surface. If I do not have success I then allow the bait to drop about 3 feet and try the area again.

Often you will see Largemouth Bass feeding right in the middle of the weeds or in this case the lily pads. The spinnerbait allows you to reach these Bass as well. It is important that you have a strong rod and powerful reel for this type of fishing. I like to cast the spinnerbait direct in the weeds and pull it through quickly. Often it will land on a lily pad. When this happens I pull it off gently and prepare for a strike. A large portion of the Bass I catch when fishing this method attack the spinnerbait while it is dropping in the water not while I am retrieving it.

Submerged weedlines are another great place to hunt for Largemouth Bass, especially during the hotter summer months. I look for two things when fishing these areas, which typically are in about 8 foot deep water.

I like a weedline that has quick access to both shallow and deep water. Largemouth Bass have much more to feed on in shallower water. An area that offers the fish varied opportunities to feed is much more likely to hold Bass than other areas. Remember 95% of the Largemouth Bass are in 5% of the water in a given lake. The most important factor in fishing success is choosing the right location.

The second area I like to fish when fishing a deeper weedline is near a shoreline point. It is always good to fish deeper water near shorelines, but if you are near a point it is even better. When I say a point I am referring to the land on shore extending out into the water. If you looked at it from above it would look like a finger or a large triangle with a rounded point.

My preferred method of fishing these areas is with a crankbait. You must pick a crankbait that cruises at the proper water depth. In this case right above the weeds. A crankbait is hardly weedless, if you choose a deep diver you will constantly be pulling weed of you lure and not have much success for fun. Try different colors and body styles as well.

When the crankbait does not work I next turn to the old reliable jig. You can fish a jig in many ways. You can fish it bare or you can put something on the back of it. I have used live bait, pork rinds, twister tails and plastic skirts on jigs with great results. You can also fish this bait in many different ways. You can retrieve it slow or fast. Or you can simply allow it to hit the bottom and slowly bounce it about. I like to fish in this manner and have found many strikes come as the jig is sinking to the bottom. The freefalling jig with a skirt is often something a Largemouth Bass cannot pass up.

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Casting in pursuit of salmon species can provide one of the greatest thrills to be found in the sport of fishing, and when you are spinning it is important that you have an idea of the appropriate spincast reels for salmon fishing. Most reels with similar features are priced around the same amount, and you can really go as high or as low as you wish depending on the features you want. This article should help you in deciding which features to look for on a reel, and also some basic consideration whether you are fishing salt water or fresh water for these exciting fish.

Line capacity

This is the number one consideration on any spincast reel when you are going out after salmon, whether on a river or in the ocean. Casting (especially from shore) on the ocean means that you have a lot of obstacles to clear: kelp beds on the tideline, rocky shoals, and sheer distance are a few considerations. More line will make sure that you can reach the distance needed to where the salmon are swimming or holding.

In fresh water, having a lot of line capacity will mean that you are ready when a salmon takes the bait and makes a big run. These fish have a lot more strength and fight than other species found in rivers, and you need to be sure that you are not going to run out of line when you are fighting them.

Drum size

Another consideration when looking for spincast reels for salmon fishing in both salt and freshwater is the size of the drum. A big drum means that you can cast a lot farther with the same amount of effort. You can cast to where you just saw those salmon jumping on their migrating spawn up a river, or on a boat in the ocean you can cast towards a herring ball that just rose to the surface. Either way, you are going to need to be confident that the distance is one you can hit, and a big drum will make this task easier.

Materials

Lightweight materials are the order of the day when it comes to spincasting; graphite and copolymer reels remain among the top choices here. You will also want to take a look at the material that the bearings are made of, and this is particularly important when using spincast reels in the ocean or at river mouths and other estuaries. Salt will corrode the workings of the reel, and materials such as stainless steel and brass will mean that your reel keeps its maximum shelf life.

Keep in mind when you are looking for spincast reels for salmon fishing that you are going after some of the biggest, fightingest fish that can be found on the west coast. Features from brake mechanisms to drag all need to be heavier than they would be for other types of fish. It won’t cut down on the sportsmanship of the pursuit; heavier reels will only give you greater peace of mind. Baitcasting is some of the best fishing out there and is popular amoung sports-fishers creating diverse challenges as conditions change as opposed to using trolling reels for salmon fishing which are a different dimension to salmon fishing alltogether and can be a extremely productive compared to baitcasting.

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Has anyone had the experience of getting to your favorite trout stream, wading out into the water, then reaching into one of your pockets to add a couple of split shot to your line, only to then realize that you don’t have any with you! Son of a bit…….!!!! This is no fun. Having your fishing equipment stocked up ready to go is paramount to your enjoyment.

One of my mottos is, “if you think you have enough of whatever type of terminal tackle that you may use, add one more package.” For most of my river fishing excursions, I will almost exclusively use, split shot sinkers, swivels, gang hooks, and live bait (mostly worms). That’s really all of the fishing gear that I need with me, but I need plenty of it. With the style of fishing I learned from my mentor, you get snagged a lot. And that means that you retie quite a bit. And that means that to have extra stuff, rather than not enough.

It’s always a good idea to have extra line with you as well. I’ve seen many, many anglers who don’t change their line nearly enough. I personally use four pound test, and with the amount of fishing I do, I have to change my line at least once a month. When fishing with line this small, catching one big fish can all but ruin it. So having an extra spool or two of line with you, it’s a must. This way you can just change your line on the bank of the river, rather than having to go home.

I can’t lie here though. Although split shot, gang hooks, swivels, and live bait are the fishing equipment I use most, I also have a couple of small boxes of spinners, spoons, and rapala’s in my vest as well. After all, I am an angler, and as we all know you can never have enough crap. But there are days when the fish just won’t even look at a worm, and for example, the only thing that you can catch them on is a 1/8 ounce black Rooster Tail. I’ve had this exact experience before. I caught 18″ Rainbow Trout every second or third cast on a black Rooster Tail, and I hadn’t even gotten a bump on anything else for three hours. And during the time that I was catching those trout, I got snagged and lost my Rooster tail. Now what do you think might have happened if I didn’t have another one that was exactly the same in my vest? It wouldn’t have been good if there had been children within earshot, because the profanities would have been flying. But as it was, all was well, because I always carry back-ups. I would suggest that you do the same.

How about wading a mile and a half downstream in 40 degree weather and realizing that there’s a hole in your waders? Oh yea, this is no fun either. To be truly ready to wade fish, for god’s sake, carry a patch kit in your vest as well. If anything like this happens to you, you’ll be thanking old TK. Hopefully I’ve given you something to consider at least.

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