Beginner Bass Fishing Lures

Over the years bass fishing has soared to near cult popularity through the years such that there have been so many clubs formed, products made and articles written about it. Here you will read about the types of beginning bass fishing lures you can use.

Included also is a list of the necessary equipment you need when going bass fishing.

There is one type of bass that will eat almost anything, and that is the largemouth bass. From minnows, worms, or other live bait, plus poppers or streamers presented with a fly rod, or plugs thrown from a casting or spinning rod are the type of bass lures you can use.

I suggest that you use a weedless bait since bass is usually associated with weeds. The best fishing time is during the warm months, usually in the morning and evenings. This is because they usually like to stay in warm water and warm weather. You'll catch very few bass during the winter months.

The smal lmouth bass is pound for pound the scrappiest fish among all fresh water bass. Their favorite habitat is rocky streams or lakes where its favorite food, the crayfish, is plentiful.

The best time to fish in a lake is during the month of June after the spawning season, and in early fall. Natural lures like hellgrammites, dragonfly larvae and crayfish are especially useful when used during the early morning or late evening.

The best artificial lures are those who are used on the surface such as light tackle. Fish quietly, cast toward rocks or logs while keeping the line tight and the rod tip up. Many fishermen disagree on which colors to use for their lures. This varies based on the type of bass targeted.

Successful fishing takes more than just a simple fishing rod and some lure. Here are a few tools that will help beginners catch more fish:

" Fishing Rod.

This is the most important piece of equipment and should be carefully chosen. A basic rod-and-reel set is enough for beginners.

You should learn how to use the rod and be comfortable to it before moving to a more difficult type of equipment.

Know what kind of fishing you'll be doing, and under what conditions before you enter the store to buy a fishing rod. Rods are made from different types of materials, from wood laminates to fiberglass to carbon fiber.

Rod handles should fit nicely in your palm. Have the proper length of the rod and practice casting to see how flexible and easy it is to use.

If you want to catch tiny fish or want to use a lighter lure its advisable to use a 4 inch to 6 inch rod. To use larger lure, which gets larger fishes or to cast longer distances, you need a rod of at least 6 inches.

Waders.

This is a water- resistant covering you wear over your pants to keep them dry that allows you to wade into the water. A lot of these are made like overalls and covers the chest and legs, with boots attached. Ensure that the boots are warm and secure for better balance when walking on wet rocks.

Fishing Vest.

They contain several pockets for storing fish equipments while your hands are free to manage the fishing rod. Should you need to wade out into the water, wearing a vest will allow you to have all of your gear with you at all times. Decide beforehand which gear is essential. Storing too many things in the vest may make it too heavy to wear and this could bring you down.

Tackle Box or Fly Box.

Fishing requires a lot of supplies and you need something big to store all your gears. Get a durable tackle box, in which you can store your entire lure, for easy access.

Beginners with bass fishing only need something small, but the more advanced fishermen require something handier. You should also consider a fly box which will be small enough to fit into a vest pocket and allow you to carry the essentials.

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Largemouth Bass Fishing - Lessons For the Beginner in Different Rods For the Best Catch

When you are planning to catch that Largemouth Bass you always dreamed of, there is an important part of your fishing experience that is very necessary. The decision on the Rod and Reel you choose can make the difference between landing that Extreme Largemouth Bass or going home with the minnows you brought for bait.  Choosing the perfect Rod and Reel is difficult for even the experienced angler, so you can imaging the confusion that the beginner bass fisherman faces.

There are two basic concepts that are important to understand about rods. These are: POWER and ACTION.

ROD ACTION

Rod Action refers to the bend in the rod. Rods bend in different parts and can be separated by three different areas:  The last quarter or essentially near the tip. At the last third to the tip and throughout the whole rod.  The bend at the tip area is known as a Fast Action Rod. The last third to the tip is known as a Moderate Action Rod, and the bend throughout the rod is known as a Slow Action rod. Knowing the difference between these different actions is important and will determine which type of fishing experience you will have and potentially change the way you fish and the experience you have.

FAST ACTION RODS: Bend at the tip: Will affect the cast and throw since the force will be at the tip and you can usually cast farther and longer . However, since you have more force at the tip, you can fling your bait right off the hook due to the whipping effect that you are able to create.  Slow and Moderate Action Rods are less yielding and have less tendency to have a whip effect and won't throw your bait off the hook as freely, but you don't get the distance during your cast as with the Fast Action Rod.  

ROD POWER

Rod Power refers to the ability of the rod to handle different lure weights and line sizes. Rods range from different designations of Ultra-Light  all the way through to Heavy.  The lighter the rod, the lighter the weight that a rod can handle. This determines its power. So, for example, an ultra-light rod may only be able to handle lures weighing 1/32 ounce to 1/4 ounce.  As the rod increases in its designations, the POWER of the rod increases and will be able to hold more  progressive lure weights. Also, the line pound test increases with the increase of the size of the rod such that an ultra-light rod may only be able to handle 2-6 pound test and a heavy rod may be able to handle up to 15-20 pound test line.  

Different places and areas for fishing will determine what type of Rod you may choose based on the types of lakes and grasses you will be faced with. The All Around Choice varies with the fisherman and the experience depending on the location, temperature and seasonal changes in the environment. 

In my opinion, the best choice for the beginner Largemouth Bass fisherman is a medium-light power, fast action rod for use with a spinning reel.  This type of rod gives the beginner the ability to feel the casting action and have the power to bring in a decent sized Largemouth Bass. The cast is not only easy, but you can feel the differences by testing different casting techniques which will further help you get to know the way in which the rod gives and takes with each different cast technique until you master both the Power and Action of your particular rod.  If you are going after larger bass in the over 10 pound range, then it may be more prudent to use a medium power rod as you can control the rod better and land the larger fish with less chance of loosing it or having it spit out the lure . Remember the larger the rod, the heavier both the lure and weight you can use but you loose a little in the cast.

There are many different Rods to choose from and depending upon the type of fishing you plan to do will determine which type of rod you choose. Planning properly by getting familiar with the differences between the Action and the Power of different rods will enable you to go out and fish on different days with different climates, wind conditions and terrains successfully. They make different Rods and Reels for a purpose, learn which ones will work better under different conditions and you will land that Extreme Largemouth Bass of your dreams.  

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