Alright, let’s talk about catchin’ them fish in the fall, ya hear? Fall fishin’ is somethin’ special, the air gets crisp, and them fish start bitin’ like crazy… if you got the right stuff, that is. So, let’s get down to it, no fancy talk, just plain fishin’ sense.
Best Fall Baits? Let me tell ya…
First off, them topwater lures. Oh, honey, nothin’ beats seein’ a big ol’ bass blow up on one of them things. It’s excitin’, gets your heart pumpin’. You want the ones that make a commotion, ya know? Buzzbaits, spooks, them noisy things. Fish get all riled up and BAM! They hit it hard. Especially early in the mornin’ or late in the evenin’, when the sun ain’t so bright. Them fish be lookin’ up for a snack.
Then you got your crankbaits. These little fellers are good all year, but they really shine in the fall. Them fish start movin’ around, chasin’ baitfish, and a crankbait looks just like a tasty treat. You want different kinds, some that go deep, some that stay shallow. Colors? Match what the fish are eatin’. If they’re chasin’ shad, get somethin’ silvery. If they’re after crawfish, get somethin’ reddish-brown. It ain’t rocket science, just common sense.
- Deep divers for when the weather gets colder and fish move to deeper waters.
- Shallow runners for those warmer fall days, especially around weeds and rocks.
Now, spinnerbaits, those are somethin’ else. They got that flash and vibration that just drives fish crazy. You can fish ‘em fast, you can fish ‘em slow. You can fish ‘em in the weeds, you can fish ‘em in the open. They’re just versatile, good for anythin’. I like the ones with a willow leaf blade, makes a lot of flash. But them Colorado blades work good too, makes more thump. It all depends on what them fish want that day.
Swimbaits, them big ol’ things, are good for catchin’ big fish. Fall is the time them big bass are lookin’ to fatten up for winter, and a swimbait looks like a big, juicy meal. You gotta be patient with ‘em though. Throw ‘em out, reel ‘em slow, let ‘em do their thing. It ain’t fast fishin’, but when you get a bite, it’s usually a good one.
And don’t forget them jigs. Oh, jigs are always good, any time of year, but they’re especially good in the fall. You can flip ‘em, pitch ‘em, drag ‘em along the bottom. They imitate crawfish, they imitate baitfish, they imitate just about anythin’ a fish wants to eat. And they’re great for gettin’ into them tight spots where the big ones like to hide. You gotta have a jig in your tackle box, ain’t no doubt about it.
Here’s a little somethin’ extra, from an old woman who knows a thing or two:
Don’t get stuck on just one bait. Them fish change their minds all the time. One day they want topwater, the next day they want a jig. You gotta be flexible, ya know? Keep tryin’ different things ‘til you find what they want. And pay attention to the weather. When it’s warm, fish are more active, they’ll chase faster baits. When it’s cold, they slow down, you gotta fish slower too. It’s all about payin’ attention and adjustin’.
And lastly, don’t forget to enjoy yourself. Fishin’ ain’t just about catchin’ fish. It’s about bein’ outside, enjoyin’ the fresh air, and relaxin’. So, get yourself some of these baits, get out there, and have some fun. That’s what it’s all about. And always remember to be respectful of the water and the fish, you know, don’t leave trash everywhere, release the ones you don’t need to keep. That’s just common courtesy, ya hear?
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