Spinnerbait Tips for the Prespawn

Spinnerbaits are a versatile lure that can be used in a variety of conditions and situations, especially during the prespawn. 

By adjusting the size, color, and blade configuration of your spinnerbait, you can tailor your cool water spinnerbait presentation to the specific conditions you'll face this time of year. 

Here are a few reasons why you might choose to use a spinnerbait in this season:

They Trigger Aggressive Bass: In the spring, bass are often more aggressive as they prepare for the spawning season. Spinnerbaits can create a lot of vibration and movement in the water, which can trigger a response from these aggressive fish, especially when paired with a good trailer like a paddletail swimbait.

Dirty Water Abounds: Spring rains can cause the water in lakes and rivers to become murky to muddy. Spinnerbaits with large Colorado blades can create a lot of flash and vibration, making them more visible and enticing to bass in these conditions.

Prespawn Bass Love Cover: During the prespawn, bass start their move into shallow water as they prepare to spawn. Spinnerbaits can be very effective around shallow cover such as logs, rocks, docks, and weed beds, due to their snag resistant design.

Take a couple of minutes and watch as bass pro Mark Menendez describes his system for selecting and fishing spinnerbaits during the prespawn period...