Blade baits are excellent lures to use when targeting bass that are actively feeding in the fall to fatten up before winter. Their flashy, vibrating action mimics wounded baitfish athat helps trigger reaction strikes from bass holding on deeper water cover.
Focus on fishing blade baits around areas of transition - places where shallow flats quickly drop into deeper water. Target main lake points, submerged islands, and creek channel edges near shallow spawning areas. The bass will cruise these transition zones looking for easy meals as baitfish migrate to their deep wintering holes.
When fishing a blade bait, use a stop-and-go retrieve. Allow the lure to flutter down to the depth you want to target, then rip it back up with a few sharp twitches of the rod before letting it flutter back down again. Keep your rod tip high to maintain contact with the bait. Strikes will be very subtle, so watch your line for any hesitation or ticks.
Equip yourself with a sensitive, medium power, fast action 6.5 to 7 foot rod and a low profile reel loaded with 10-15lb fluorocarbon line. This will allow you to work the lure effectively and detect light bites.
Take a few minutes and watch as bass pro Destin Marion describes a couple modifications he makes to his favorite blade bait to trigger more strikes and keep the bass hooked when they do...
Break out the blade baits this fall and enjoy some heart stopping strikes from fall feeding bass.
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