As fisherman, we often have to decipher what type of fish we are planning to target each given day. While many fisherman elect to try to catch the most fish, some anglers employ strategies to really tackle the trophy bass. This post is going to give you Striking Tackle’s approach to targeting really big fish.

1. Use Really Large Baits

It’s no secret that large bulky presentations can sometimes scare away bass. In fact they actually do scare away the majority of the bass in the body of the water. With that said however sometimes really big monsters have their minds set on really large lures. Often times this is the way a dominant bass explains to other fish that he is capable of consuming any prey of any size. Be patient as you most likely will have a slow day out on the water with minimal bites, however you can be sure that when you get that fist bite, that there is a real monster on the other end of the line.

2) Scare Away Small Bait Fish with Lures

The best thing you can do to initiate the oppuhrtunitisc behavior in really big bass is to trigger smaller bass to ignore or run from your lure. Do this and you are sure to attract the biggest fish in the lake

The most important thing about getting out there and doing some fishing are the everlasting moments that we share with our loved ones. While taking the whole family out on a fishing trip might appear to be all sunshine and rainbows, there can definitely be some frustrating missteps by the kids, with the boat, or whatever may arise. It is important that before you head out that you prepare for your trip and thus prevent any hassles like upset kids, tangled lines, etc. This post is dedicated to helping you prepare for a fun family moment that eliminates some of the hassles.

RIG AND PREPARE ALL RODS AND REELS BEFORE GOING OUT

This step is one of the most crucial if you want to save time and keep the kids from losing interest on fishing right from the start. One should also consider rigging several poles for each family member so that they don’t have to go through all the hassle that comes with switching lures. If you have several poles rigged with various baits then each family member will easily be able to select between several different lures.

Designate Fishing Spaces For Each Family Member

The second most important step before everyone starts throwing a thousand lines in a tight crammed space is to designate a fishing space for everyone either on the shore or in the boat. Doing this will ensure that everyone has casting space and that no one hooks thee other. Trust me the last thing we want is a hook stuck in little Johnnies back. Moreover this will give everybody the freedom to do their own thing without getting tangled lines and arguments.

There are many different varieties of soft plastics and even more different types of way to rig them to create greater appeal to bass. In this blog we are going to discuss the different rigging techniques that anglers pursue in recreating the way that bait fish and prey move in the water. There are several different things to consider when choosing how to rig your soft plastic baits.

1. Texas Rig !

The Texas rig is every anglers bread and butter. It is the most versatile rigging selection and it provides anglers with enough weight on the line to keep the bait stable and functioning. To rig your plastic worm, creature, crawdad, or shad bait Texas style, simply, attach a bullet weight to the main line and then tie on your hook so that the weight rests on the top of the hook. Then proceed to hook your bait through the top (If usings a worm this would be the eye of the worm) and then exit the hook approximately 2 inches our the body. The bait should sit offset on the hook like so

This type of of rig is best used when fishing your lures off the bottom. Common techniques used with the Texas Rig our punching, flipping and bouncing.

2. Carolina Rig

The Carolina Rig is a unique setup that helps anglers fish at different depths. The Carolina Rig incorporates the Texas style offset hook and thus the offset baits, however it also has several distinct features. With the Carolina Rig you will notice a Sinker that rests on a bead that rests on a swivel. Tied to the other end of a swivel is a 12 to 18″ Leader.